Lot A at 6671 Wadams Way

A vibrant, pedestrian-friendly town centre zone that provides community facilities.

Updated February 10, 2021

The Sooke Library is under development by the Vancouver Island Regional Library with occupancy anticipated within the year. The District of Sooke and the Sooke Region Communities Health Network are working under a memorandum of understanding to develop the northeast quadrant of Lot A with a seniors\youth centre and up to 75 residential units for seniors. The southwest quadrant is reserved for a Town Centre park as identified in the Parks and Trails Master Plan. The remaining land on the southeast quadrant is identified in the Lot A Charrette report as a multi-use professional building providing services such as medical, community health and wellness.

The Sooke Lot A Design Framework has been conceived as a complete community hub based on principles of sustainability, community benefit, and resiliency that have been established through the Lot A Charrette process. The design framework for Lot A respects the natural environment and guides the location and design of the circulation network, community amenity space, parks, a public plaza and built areas. The goal of the framework is to ensure that Lot A becomes an integrated part of
the District of Sooke downtown with valued public and private realms.


Milestones

  • February-March 2021: Public Hearing on the rezoning of eastern half of 6671 Wadams Way (date: to be determined)
  • October 19, 2020: Work begins on the library site in the northwest corner of Lot A today with surveys and brush removal.
  • May 27, 2019: Master Concept Plan presented to Council for endorsement through resolution. Council endorsed the plan, directing staff to execute:
  • March, April, May 2019: Refine concept plan and design guidelines based on public feedback and preparations on the final master concept plan.
  • February 26, 2019: Open house held in Council chambers (45 attendees).
  • January 21, 2019: Presentation to Committee of the Whole. Council directed staff to conduct an additional public open house.
  • December 6-8, 2018: Design Charrette conducted.
  • January 15, 2018 – Council authorized the use of a portion of Lot A for a Senior’s Drop in Centre, in principle.

Vancouver Island Regional Library

  • Start: Underway
  • Estimated Completion: Spring 2022
  • Architect: HDR Architecture Associates, Inc.
  • Contractor: Island West Coast Developments

Construction is underway for the new Sooke library! Here’s an idea of what you can expect when the doors open to the public. We know you’ll love it!

The Development Permit has been approved by the District of Sooke and the Building Permit has been issued. More information will be provided after the September 14, 2020 Council meeting.

Features and Amenities

  • 13,412 square feet will offer a diverse collection, multiuse spaces, and more
  • Iconic circular design will become a cornerstone of the community
  • Exciting opening day collection curated for the community
  • Increased staffing
  • Expanded hours of operation
  • Expanded program schedule
  • Vibrant children’s area
  • Fireplace lounge area
  • Laptop bar
  • Study space
  • Bookable rooms

For more information on the project, including answers to Frequently Asking Questions, please visit the project page on Vancouver Island Regional Library website.