The District of Oak Bay

10/30/2026

Crews continue to work on the water main break on Newport Avenue.

Information for affected residents regarding an emergency water connection and shower service at our recreation centres can be found in our latest update: https://www.oakbay.ca/news/water-main-break-newport-avenue/

10/30/2026

Crews are responding to a water main break on Newport Avenue.

🚧 Newport Avenue is closed between Windsor and Transit Road. We will provide more information as it becomes available.

Updates: https://www.oakbay.ca/news/water-main-break-newport-avenue/

10/30/2026

Don't forget, starting Monday, the hours for our Drop Off Depot at our Public Works Yard (Elgin Road) will be shifting!

New Hours | Nov. 1 to Mar. 31, 2027
♻️ Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
♻️Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Our Drop Off Depot accepts recycling, composting and specialized material for Oak Bay residents. Learn more at: https://www.oakbay.ca/services/garbage-recycling/drop-off-depot/

10/29/2026

🍂 Placing leaves for our leaf collection? Make sure they're placed on the boulevard, and NOT the street! Leaves on the street can block storm drains and cause localized flooding during our rainy fall months. (It's also a good reminder to check on catch basins in your neighbourhood!)

Over the next month, Public Works will collect leaves across Oak Bay based on demand. Then, after December 7, they'll travel down each road in Oak Bay once to collect leaves placed on boulevards.

Can't wait till December? Find out how to safely dispose of leaves by visiting: https://www.oakbay.ca/services/garbage-recycling/leaf-and-garden-waste-collection/

10/26/2026

In the event of an emergency, get the information you need! Receive emergency alerts specific to Oak Bay through the Alertable App.

You can download the app (Apple or Android) or sign up for email, text or phone calls. Find more details by visiting: https://www.oakbay.ca/services/public-safety/oak-bay-fire/emergency-alerts/

10/23/2026

It's Fall and there are many ways to safely dispose of leaves on your property, including your bi-weekly green bin collection!

There's also our residential leaf collection. The deadline for leaves to be placed on the boulevard is December 7 and following that day, Public Works will travel down each road in Oak Bay once to collect leaves.

Learn more about leaf collection by visiting: https://www.oakbay.ca/services/garbage-recycling/leaf-and-garden-waste-collection/

10/20/2026

Have you heard about the Kelvin Wave? Learn more from PreparedBC below 👇

Learn more about the Oak Bay Emergency Program by visiting: https://www.oakbay.ca/services/public-safety/oak-bay-emergency-program/

Higher-than-normal sea levels are expected along parts of B.C.'s coast later this month due to a Kelvin wave, a large movement of ocean water associated with this year’s El Niño conditions. While significant impacts aren't currently expected, elevated sea levels can increase the effects of high tides, storm surges, and coastal flooding.

If you live, work, or spend time near the coast, now is a good time to review your emergency plan, prepare a grab-and-go bag, and familiarize yourself with local evacuation routes and nearby high ground areas. Stay informed by monitoring local forecasts, tide conditions, and official updates.

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/floods

10/19/2026

🚧 Road Closure - Starting tomorrow (Tuesday), crews will be working on Henderson Road between Foul Bay Road and Wessex Close. Pedestrian and cyclist access will be maintained. The road will be re-opened to traffic in the evening.

The work is expected to take two to three days to complete. Find road closure updates across Oak Bay by visiting https://www.oakbay.ca/building-infrastructure/construction-notices/

10/19/2026

Did you know it's Waste Reduction Week? Yea, there's a week for everything, but this one's pretty important! Our Drop Off Depot at our Public Works Yard accepts recycling, composting and specialized material, open to Oak Bay residents.

Starting November 1st, we'll be shifting the hours for the Drop Off Depot. The new hours will be:

♻️ Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
♻️Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Learn more at: https://www.oakbay.ca/services/garbage-recycling/drop-off-depot/

10/18/2026

Wondering who will be on your new Council? The Preliminary Results for the 2026 Oak Bay Municipal Election are now live.

Preliminary Results: https://www.oakbay.ca/council-administration/municipal-elections/