DocumentsOtherDec 15, 2025Pages 11–12
Newspaper clippings / public notice (Goldstream Gazette) related to 116-832 McCallum Road
Printed newspaper/public notice content (Goldstream Gazette pages) that include the City's Notice of Intention regarding TUP25-0003 (and general community news).
Key facts
- Publication: Goldstream Gazette (dates in December 2025)
- Contains notice of intention wording and map
- Supports public notification for TUP/DVP items
Victoria’s Mandy Farmer brings home business leader of the year award
By Nishadini Fonseka
Victoria entrepreneur Mandy Farmer was recently awarded the title Business Leader of the Year at the Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce’s (CQCC) 10th annual Black & White Gala Business Awards held in Toronto on Nov. 14. The CQCC Business Leadership Awards celebrate trailblazers driving inclusion, innovation, and growth in Canada’s 2SLGBTQ+ business community.
Farmer is the current president and CEO of Accent Inns, proudly owned and operated by the Farmer family since 1986. She took over the role from her father, Terry Farmer, in 2008. She is also the founder of Hotel Zed and Tofino restaurant, ROAR.
She was previously named RBC Women of Influence Entrepreneur of the Year in the excellence category in 2020, won the Tourism Industry Association of Canada’s Business of the Year award in 2018 and was named Hotelier of the Year by Hotelier Magazine in 2017.
“This might be one of my proudest moments... ever,” Farmer said in a LinkedIn post. “As a CEO, I fiercely believe in leading with love. I want every employee and guest who walks onto our properties to feel celebrated and welcome exactly as they are.”
Her post further said that in practice, inclusion is in both big and small initiatives, from gender-inclusive washrooms, pronouns on email signatures and name tags, pride events at their properties, queer love in marketing, and benefits that support gender-affirming procedures.
“This award is given to ‘individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and advocacy within the 2SLGBTQ+ business community.’ Obviously, nothing happens because of one individual; I’m so grateful for my amazing team who ensures that everything we do is centred around inclusion — our hiring practices, learning materials, marketing, daily operations, policies, guest experience and so much more.”
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING — District of Metchosin
DISTRICT OF METCHOSIN
4450 Happy Valley Road, Victoria, BC V9C 3Z3
tel: 250-474-3167 fax: 250-474-6298
www.metchosin.ca
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Council of the District of Metchosin hereby gives NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act to be held on MONDAY December 15, 2025, commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 4450 Happy Valley Road, Metchosin, BC with regard to the following proposed Bylaws:
- Bylaws: Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 712, 2025 Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 713, 2025
Meeting Date and Time: December 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Place: Municipal Hall Council Chambers 4450 Happy Valley Road Metchosin, BC V9C 3Z3
The entire District of Metchosin is the subject of the proposed Bylaws.
Amendments are being proposed to Official Community Plan By law No. 258, 1995 and Land Use Bylaw No. 259, 1995 to address legislative housing requirements under Bill 14 — Housing Statutes (Residential Development) Amendment Act, 2023.
The general purpose of Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 712 is to update the housing-related sections to integrate the District’s Housing Needs Report for 20-year housing needs and housing policies respecting each Provincial class of housing need, and policies to incorporate housekeeping amendments that update housing policies 3.3.1 and 3.3.12 to be consistent with the Agricultural Land Reserve Use Regulations, update OCP Maps 1, 3, 6 and 7 to reflect current parcel boundaries, update the legal descriptions and map references in section 2.15 to align with current parcel boundaries, delete the separate definition of “DISTRICT” and update all references to use the term “District” to mean the Municipality of the District of Metchosin; and replace outdated references to Provincial statutes, regulations, and sections of the Local Government Act.
The general purpose of Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 713 is to implement housing policies in the OCP to increase housing options. The proposed changes expand the range of permitted housing types, increase accessory dwelling unit sizes and an Agricultural Land Reserve parcels larger than 0.8 ha, allow an optional secondary dwelling unit on a lot with Agricultural Land Reserve Use Regulations. The amendments also incorporate housekeeping changes that modernize definitions related to housing revisions and replace outdated references to Provincial statutes, regulations, and sections of the Local Government Act.
Further information: A copy of the staff reports, bylaws, and any relevant background information may be viewed in the “News & Notices” section of the District of Metchosin website www.metchosin.ca or may be viewed at the District Office of the Municipality of Metchosin Hall at 4450 Happy Valley Road, Metchosin, BC, by making an appointment via phone (250) 474-3167 or by emailing info@metchosin.ca between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays) commencing December 3, 2025, to and including December 15, 2025.
Public Input: All persons who believe their interest in property are affected by the proposed bylaws will be afforded an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on the matters contained in the proposed bylaws. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council, please submit in writing by email to info@metchosin.ca, or submit in person by dropping your submission in the mail slot at the right side of the Municipal Hall entrance, or submit by mail to District of Metchosin Municipal Office, 4450 Happy Valley Road, Metchosin, British Columbia, V9C 3Z3 no later than Monday December 15, 2025 at 4:00 pm. Please be advised that all submissions to Council will become part of the public record.
Bob Payette
Chief Administrative Officer
Notice of Intention to Consider Issuance of a Temporary Use Permit — City of Langford
City of Langford
Council for the City of Langford hereby gives Notice of Intention to consider issuance of a Temporary Use Permit at its Regular Meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025, at 7 pm. This meeting is being held electronically and with in-person attendance.
Temporary Use Permit No. TUP25-0003
- Applicant: Babka Bakery
- Location: 116-832 McCallum Road
- Purpose: To allow a bakery
Information about how to connect to this meeting electronically is indicated in the table:
| Teleconference # | +1-855-703-8985 (Canada Toll Free) OR 1-778-907-2071 (long distance charges may apply) |
|---|---|
| Meeting ID # | 897 0956 7061 / Zoom.us or Zoom app on your mobile device |
The purpose of this Notice is to acquaint the property owners and residents in the area with the specifics of the proposed temporary use permit. Should you wish to make a submission to the Council in writing we require your name and civic address and that this be received, either electronically or by mail, by noon on the Tuesday prior to the meeting date. You may also speak at the Council Meeting either in person or via public electronic participation at the meeting.
The Agenda, including the material that Council may consider in relation to the temporary use permit, will be uploaded to our website: Council & Committee Meetings — City of Langford no later than the Friday before the meeting.
Correspondence may be submitted by emailing planning@langford.ca or by writing to Langford City Hall, 2nd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue, Langford, BC, V9B 2X8. You may also contact the Planning Department at 250.478.7882.
Marie Watmough
Corporate Officer
CRD housing targets 5,000 rental homes by 2045
The Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC) aims to create 5,000 new affordable homes in the next two decades.
During its Nov. 26 meeting, the board endorsed the framework — CRHC 2045: A Path to 5,000 — outlining the potential for the corporation to build on momentum and do more to provide affordable rentals in the region.
In February 2024, the CRD board approved a bylaw increasing its borrowing authority to $85 million to advance housing opportunities that will have the greatest benefit for the region.
The framework establishes a foundation for continued collaboration between the CRHC, the CRD, and other orders of government which may be leveraged for additional funding support.
The goal of up to 5,000 by 2045 includes more than 1,000 new rental homes are already underway and expected to be completed between 2027 and 2030. Adopting a framework will guide the CRHC to work toward delivering up to 2,000 additional new rental homes between 2031 and 2045, the CRD said in a news release.
The CRHC has delivered affordable, inclusive, and adequate housing across the region for more than 40 years and now provides homes for more than 4,300 tenants in more than 50 properties across eight municipalities.
Mary Winspear Centre — Presenter Series
You're Just a Place That I Know
The story of Adrian’s Ukrainian grandparents and their flight from WWII Europe.
- Thursday, February 5, 2026
- 7:30 PM
Tickets at 250-656-0275 | marywinspear.ca
Adrian Glynn McMorran