Sooke Earth Day Celebrations 2023

Celebrate with us and make a difference in Sooke. It’s in our nature! 
By re-thinking how we move, what kind of buildings we live and work in, where our energy comes from and how we interact with each other and in our community, we can become richer than we ever thought possible.
Sooke is striving to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and 100% by 2050.
By inherently applying consideration for the environment, we will enhance the quality of life in Sooke – for generations to come. It will take all of us to reach this target.
During Earth Week, numerous events and activities will provide opportunities for the community to work collaboratively as stewards of the lands and make a difference –  together.

Monday, April 17, 2023

Get FireSmart! Sooke Information Session

Join us for a FREE fire education session specific to living in the Sooke region!

Living in a fire-prone ecosystem means we must implement wildfire mitigation strategies to reduce our wildfire risk and protect our community here in Sooke. Fires on the coast can be vigorous, especially in steep/difficult terrain and/or drought-stricken areas. Lightning storms and water shortages are becoming more common during the summer months and impact both fire behaviour and response operations on the coast.

Learn more about how you can help increase our community resiliency to wildfire. Topics include:

  • Sooke’s wildfire risk;
  • Fire behaviour;
  • Wildland urban interface zone;
  • FireSmart principles, and;
  • How to protect your home and community.

Presented by Ashlene Aktarian, FireSmart Coordinator, District of Sooke.

Friday, April 21, 2023

Community Clean-Up at Broomhill Park

You’re invited to a celebration that’s in our nature!

Enjoy a few hours with family and friends, meet your neighbours and appreciate our natural environment as we work together to care for our local ecosystem. Refreshments provided.

  • WHEN: Friday, April 21, 2023 from 10am to 1pm
  • WHERE: Broomhill Park, 2280 Pyrite Drive
  • WHO should attend: Everyone! All ages welcome.

Saturday, April 22, 2023

What on earth are we doing?

We’re celebrating Earth Day and would love for you to join us! Attend the Sooke Saturday Market beside the Sooke Fire Hall on Otter Point Road, shop local, pick up fresh produce and check out additional exhibits spaces, including:

Update: Thursday, April 20, 20233 – Unfortunately, the Repair Cafe hosted by Zero Waste Sooke is no longer available. Stay tuned to sooke.ca/events for their next scheduled event!

>>> Also happening on Saturday, April 22: Sookearama! Get to know our local business community at SEAPARC, 10am to 4pm.

See you there!

  • WHEN: Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 10am to 2pm
  • WHERE: Sooke Country Market beside Sooke Fire Hall 1 at 2225 Otter Point Road
  • WHO should attend: Everyone! All ages welcome.