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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We gather today at the BC Law Enforcement Memorial We honour the police and peace officers whose courage and sacrifice keep our communities safe.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

I had the honour of accepting a Climate & Energy Action Award on behalf the District of Saanich. Saanich received an Action Award for infrastructure improvements. The Tillicum Green project helped make the neighbourhood more resilient to flood & extreme heat with social & environmental benefits.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This week, we celebrated the completion of the Shelbourne Street Improvement Project. The project completion is especially poignant for me. The project’s origins date back to the beginning of my first term as a councillor in 2008.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Cadboro Bay Festival is on until 3pm at Cadboro-Gyro Park

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

One of the highlights of our work this term is building the new Cedar Hill library and affordable housing project. When the new branch opens, it will be twice the size of the former branch with community and program space. youtu.be/HIw-_yWc5sI?...

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3950 Cedar Hill Rd Library and Affordable Housing Project

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride!! 🏳️‍🌈

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

🍓Strawberry Fest is this Sunday!! 🍓 This is my absolute favourite community event of the year. It’s bittersweet for me since it will be my last time serving ice cream and strawberries as your mayor.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Happy Canada Day from the Gorge Canada Day Picnic 🇨🇦

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Celebrating Saanich Volunteer Services with a Victorian Picnic. It's the 125th anniversary of McRae House. Bring your bonnet and your parasol!! Today until 3pm at 1445 Ocean View Road.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Celebrating the Uptown Multicultural Festival. I love to see community come together to share traditions, food, music and dance from cultures across the world. An amazing event. On today at Uptown shopping centre at 3pm

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

A beautiful day to celebrate Saanich’s Emergency Program volunteers. A huge thank you to these incredible volunteers who support Saanich residents during emergency events.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Dropped by the Saanich Youth Council’s last meeting of the year. This incredible group of high school students from across Saanich came together to identify priorities and put forward recommendations for community action

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

I am thrilled to see construction start on the new Cedar Hill Library & Affordable Housing The building will include a 30,000 sq ft library & 210 affordable rental apartments The project is a partnership between Saanich, Capital Region Housing Corporation, funding from BC Housing

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

June is Pride month! Yesterday we raised the Pride Progress Flag in honour of Pride Month in the District of Saanich. Raising the flag and celebrating Pride sends an important message of safety, belonging, inclusivity, and love.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

This week is Parks & Public Works week! We are inviting visitors of all ages to tour the home of Saanich’s parks & public works crews Thurs, May 21, 1 to 3 at Saanich Parks & Public Works Yard (1040 Mckenzie Ave) This free event is a memorable experience for all ages!

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

The Mayors Murdock/h squared off again for this year’s Go By Bike Week Commuter Challenge. 🏆 Kevin eked out the win on the motorbike. He knows the mean streets of Oak Bay better than I do. Until next time, Your Worship. 🫡

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

It’s McHappy Day!! I dropped by the Shelbourne McDonald’s this morning to serve customers and help raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities and local children’s charities. It’s always such a joy to visit with the staff and the folks who stop by for a morning coffee and muffin. What a treat!

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

It’s Literacy Week at Braefoot Elementary School 📚 I had an absolute blast reading with the Grades 1 & 2 classes this morning. I even got to read one of my favourites: The Book with No Pictures by BJ Novak (of The Office).

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

It was wonderful to see so many individuals and families celebrating Vaisakhi this afternoon at Gudwara Singh Sabha Victoria

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Today I had the chance to visit two Grade 6 classes at Gordon Head Middle School. Visiting with students is one of the absolute best parts of being Mayor. I so enjoyed answering questions about being Mayor, making decisions for our community, & discussing ways we can make life better for people

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Celebrating Vaisakhi on this gorgeous afternoon. Thank you to the Khalsa Diwan Society for the chance to join the celebration. Vaisakhi diyan lakh-lakh vadhaiyan!

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

It’s been a special thrill to kick off the baseball season each year. Thanks so much to Lake Hill and Layritz for inviting me to be part of Opening Day and one last chance to throw the opening pitch ⚾️

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Communities around the world are celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Nowruz is a day for reflection about the past, and to look to the future with hope and optimism.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

I had the great honour of attending the community Iftar at the BC Legislature, hosted by the Olive Branch Revival Foundation. Iftar is the breaking of the daily fast during the holy month of Ramadan. It’s a tradition of sharing a meal with family, neighbours and community.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Yesterday, we celebrated Employee Appreciation Day. Visiting District staff and crews is one of the best parts of being your Mayor. What an unbelievable privilege it has been for me to work with these amazing folks.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

I got to spend the afternoon with a second year Poli Sci class at Camosun. It was a great discussion & excellent questions about leadership in a period of uncertainty & acrimony. I so enjoyed hearing from students about their priorities & the future they want to see for themselves & their loved ones

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse with the wonderful folks at the Chinese Community Services Centre of Victoria.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

The Province of B.C. has announced that all establishments with a valid liquor license and local government approval can open at 5:00am Sunday so residents can gather to watch the men’s gold medal hockey game.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year 2026! Wishing you purpose, growth & success in the year of the Fire Horse.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Ramadan Kareem. This evening families, loved ones and neighbours gather to begin this month of fasting, prayer, compassion and reflection. We wish all those observing Ramadan a month filled with peace, reflection and hope.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

This weekend, I joined Councillor Mena Westhaver and Chris Loran as a trio of MCs for the 7th annual Dancers 4Kids event. This event is a high-energy fundraiser for the island kids cancer association (IKCA) and supports children affected by cancer and their families.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Happy Family Day, Saanich! One of my favourite parts of being Mayor is seeing our community come together to share culture through music, dance and food. Today I had the chance to join the festivities at the Greater Victoria Police Diversity Advisory Committee’s Dance-along.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Our hearts are with the community of Tumbler Ridge

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Being Mayor of Saanich has been the honour of my life. I love this community. I’ve spent the last 25 years trying to improve it—in office and as a volunteer. Thank you for the extraordinary gift of being your mayor. I will carry that honour with me for the rest of my life.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

A growing community needs more parks and green space! I couldn’t be more excited about this new purchase to create a future park in the Shelbourne valley. The property acquisition was made with no need for borrowing or impact on property taxation.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Did you know the District of Saanich has a MOU with the W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council? It’s called ÁTOL,NEUEL and it means “Respecting One Another” Last night Council held a leadership meeting w/ W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Council to discuss collaborative priorities as we continue to work more closely together

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

I had a great time visiting with the Saanich Youth Council! It’s a great group of students in grades 9-12 from schools in Saanich. I am thrilled to see these students come together to work collaboratively on advancing their priorities and the interests of youth and young people in Saanich.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Today, we’re doing the annual salmon carcass transplant into Douglas Creek at PKOLS! By transplanting salmon carcasses into Douglas Creek, we’re mimicking the natural process that happens when salmon return to their home creeks to spawn, complete their lifecycle and die.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

Happy New Year!! 🥳 A few things I’m looking forward to in 2026: ✅ Breaking ground on the Nellie McClung affordable rental project ✅ Completing Shelbourne St and Sinclair Rd improvements ✅ Finalizing QMP, Shelbourne Valley Plan, and Tillicum Burnside Plan

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Wishing you a very happy holiday season. 🎄 As this year comes to a close, I’m reflecting on the kindness, love and support we’ve received from family, friends and colleagues. I am so very grateful for all your support and encouragement.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

I had the chance to join a great group of volunteers to serve the holiday meal at Our Place. Yesterday’s lunch was one of four holiday meals that Our Place provides this season. I so appreciate the incredible staff and volunteers that pitch in to ensure no one goes hungry during the holidays.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Saanich experienced its second major rain event of the week last night, leading to flooding events in areas across the region. Crews worked throughout the night to manage road safety and assist residents affected by flooding.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

The results are in! We’re pleased to announce Oskar Williams, a Saanich grade 4 student, has won Mayor and Council’s Holiday Card contest. Congratulations, Oskar! Oskar did a marvelous job drawing the Great Horned Owl with a holiday twist. I love the Santa Hat, bright colours, & large yellow eyes!

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Hanukkah, a time of light amidst the darkness, begins this evening amidst sorrow. We mourn with the people of Australia and Jewish people worldwide following the horrific attack on Bondi Beach in Sydney.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Last night we celebrated the incredible Saanich Emergency Program volunteers These great folks dedicate hours of their own time to training, supporting community events, and when necessary, providing emergency support to Saanich residents in need.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

This weekend, we celebrated the grand opening of the brand new waterslide at Saanich Commonwealth Place Councillors Westhaver, Plant, Phelps Bondaroff and I got the chance to try it out. It’s a lot of fun and well worth the climb up the stairs to experience it firsthand.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Your Mayor and Council are hosting a Town Hall on December 2 at 6pm in the Council Chambers. We’ve extended the usual format to hear from as many folks as possible.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Yule never believe it – it’s that time of year already! Grab your markers and sharpen those pencil crayons, it’s time for Mayor and Council’s 2025 Holiday Card contest. Young artists in Saanich are once again invited to share their creative designs, showing what they love most about the holidays.

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Last night, your Mayor and Council joined the festivities and kicked off the holiday season at the Uptown Holiday Show & Tree Light Up!

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Dean Murdock @deanmurdock.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

This week I had the chance to deliver the Mayor’s Annual Address. It’s a brief overview of highlights from this year and preview of some upcoming initiatives. www.saanich.ca/EN/main/news...

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