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Lots of all-candidates events in Oak Bay for Mayor and Council, provincial and school board elections! Oct. 1-13
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Oak Bay’s next council: what matters to you?
October 3, 2026 · 5 min read
Good morning, Oak Bay. Two weeks to vote. An afternoon to ask your questions. At least three of Oak Bay's six council seats will go to newcomers. Today, you can meet the candidates at St. Mary's, from 2 to 4 p.m. Before you head out, tell us what you want the next council to put first. Pick a priority below, then add a sentence or two. Also inside: this week's community bulletin board, who's running and your local news.
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A fall field guide to all 23 public ways down to Oak Bay's shoreline.Victoria BuzzPolice seek help identifying cheque-fraud suspectsOak Bay Police are asking for help identifying two people believed to be connected to fraud cases in B.C. and Alberta. See the released suspect photos at the source link. Contact your local police department if you recognize either person, or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.District of Oak BayOak Bay Police want your prioritiesRandomly selected Oak Bay households will receive the survey, but the OBPD is asking all residents to weigh in on priorities like online reporting and new emergency facilities.Advertise with Oak Bay Local 
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Paid partner: Oak Bay Notary. It's Make A Will Week (Oct 4-10) Determine how your affairs will be managed, assets distributed, and minor children cared for. If you're a couple, make your wills together. Trust your neighbourhood notary. Helpful and friendly legal services in the heart of Oak Bay Village. To get started, contact Oak Bay Notary.
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EventsTue Oct 6
Baby Paint and Play. Tuesday, October 6 · 10:30–11:15 am. Oak Bay Branch.
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