The District of Saanich
Saanich East and Saanich West (population 102,000) is a sprawling area composed of a number of distinct neighbourhoods.
The eastern side of Saanich is dominated by the University of Victoria which is very much a part of the local life of the community. The landscape of Saanich is unique for its ecological diversity and leisure potential. There are 170 municipal parks, three regional parks and a cycling network route to see and explore. Saanich has more parks per capita than any other municipality in B.C. There are several excellent golf courses in Saanich: Blenkinsop Valley, Cedar Hill, Cordova Bay and Prospect Lake golf courses.
Saanich's distinct neighbourhoods include the following:
GORDON HEAD, a solidly upper middle class family area with several shopping malls, restaurants and movie theatres within a short driving distance.
HIGH QUADRA overlooking Blenkinsop Valley.
BROADMEAD with imaginative West Coast architecture.
CORDOVA BAY perched along the seaside; a mixture of cottages, small farms, sizable family homes and new subdivisions.
SAANICH AND CORDOVA BAY—The district of Saanich is a large residential area that begins north of downtown and encompasses several neighbourhoods and recreational parks. One of the most visited parks is Mount Douglas Park, which offers panoramic views of the city from its drive-to summit.
Elk/Beaver Lake Park is a great spot for watersports, walking, and fishing. The Horticulture Centre of the Pacific, Saanich Commonwealth Place, Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary and the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory’s Centre of the Universe are other popular Saanich attractions.
Within Saanich and just east of Elk/Beaver Lake Park, is the seaside neighbourhood of Cordova Bay. One of the city’s most desirable neighbourhoods, Cordova Bay is valued for its rural beauty and unparalleled views of Haro Strait and the San Juan Islands. Cordova Bay highlights include a charming collection of exclusive shops and galleries called Mattick’s Farm, Cordova Bay Golf Course, and Charter’s Restaurant at McMorran’s Beach House.
Saanich Links
Distirct of Saanich
Mount Douglas Park
Horticulture Center of the Pacific
Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary
Cordova Bay Golf Club
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