Flags are lowered at Town of Sidney buildings today in recognition of Firefighters' National Memorial Day. This is a day to remember firefighters who have lost their lives while on the job.

Smoke from the wildfires near Sooke Potholes could impact Sidney, depending on wind activity. If you have respiratory conditions and your home is a comfortable temperature, consider keeping windows closed and avoiding the use of air intake systems unless needed. @BCGovFireInfo

We are currently responding to incident V61401, located approximately 9 kilometres north of Sooke near East Sooke River with three initial attack crews and three helicopters providing bucketing support. Response officers, local fire departments and CRD staff are also on scene.

The Heat Warning for #Sidney has been lifted. The forecast continues to predict high temperatures. ☀️Limit activities outdoors and seek out shade 🥤Stay hydrated 🏘️Check in with friends and neighbours Stay cool and safe! Visit: https://t.co/Z0m4s8hKBg

The Town of Sidney is under a Heat Warning. Visit https://t.co/NJmr6FFCGf for: 🤒Symptoms to watch for 🧡How to protect yourself and others 👉Where and how to stay cool #HeatSafety

As we head into a weekend with high temperatures, plan your activities around staying cool & safe! 🚿Iroquois Spray Park is open 10-7 📚Sidney/ North Saanich Library has AC 🏖️Cool off at one of Sidney's beaches For more locations & ways to stay cool visit https://t.co/NJmr6FFCGf

The forecast indicates that the Town of Sidney will be experiencing elevated temperatures this week. Prioritizing safety measures to safeguard yourself and others during this period of hot weather is recommended. For more information: https://t.co/DrEs8idfV7

Information Update from the RCMP related to recent black bear sightings in Sidney: The BC Conservation Officer Service has been responding to the situation and the bear is currently being relocated off of the Saanich Peninsula.

If your yard waste was not picked up as scheduled on Friday, April 5, please put it out this Friday, April 12. Emterra will be picking up yard waste along its regular, as well as streets that were missed this past Friday. Find the yard waste schedule here: https://t.co/Tdwha6rA1X

All lanes of traffic have now re-opened on the Pat Bay Highway in Sidney following a motor vehicle accident earlier today.

When was the last time you checked your smoke detectors?🤔 We offer a complimentary program where we will visit your home and check smoke detectors, their batteries, and replace both if required. Contact us to set up an appointment: 📞250-656-2121 📧firedept@sidney.ca

Pat Bay Highway is down to single-lane traffic southbound between McDonald Park Rd and Beacon Ave due to an incident involving three vehicles. The RCMP, Sidney Fire, and BC Ambulance are on scene.

Sign your child up for a free kids bike skills course! Course spots still available for Sunday Feb 25 and Saturday March 9. Participating households from Sidney and North Saanich can enter to win a free e-bike. Learn more at https://t.co/YhDy6M4jjr

We will soon begin annual watermain flushing with plans to complete the work by the end of March 2024. Community members may notice temporary discolouration of the water, which is not a health hazard. To clear your lines, turn on your cold water until it is clear.

Want the chance to win a free e-bike? Sign up for an upcoming free bike skills course to help develop biking skills and confidence for you or your child! Learn more about these courses and other ways to get ready for biking season at: https://t.co/eNt9Np5cHg

Attention Local Businesses! Be sure to complete your Business Licence renewal by Feb 28th. Business Licence renewals are free but if you miss the deadline, you need to submit a new application, which includes a fee. Start your renewal here: https://t.co/Zl12lIV6ap

The Town of Sidney presented a draft budget for Council consideration yesterday (Feb 5). We encourage members of the public to review the draft budget and provide feedback by email at admin@sidney.ca or by attending an upcoming budget meeting. Learn more: https://t.co/JCJPkWU08j

Hope to see you at this Thursday's parade (Feb 8th) recognizing the 80th anniversary of the 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron. The parade starts at 10am at the Mary Winspear Centre and will run along Beacon Avenue to Town Hall. It will include a CH148 flypast!

Our water is looking great again following the January 31st watermain break at Beacon Ave West. Thank you for your understanding.

Today is RCMP Appreciation Day! Thank you to all the members of Sidney North Saanich RCMP who support and protect our community. @SidneyRCMP