Music in the Park – Beckwith Park | Tuesday, July 21
Celebrating 20 Years of Music in the Park For twenty years, Music in the Park has brought communities together through free outdoor concerts held in neighbourhood parks across Saanich. Presented by Saanich Parks, Recreation & Community Services The Saanich Legacy Foundation is proud to sponsor what has become a summer tradition enjoyed by thousands of residents and visitors each year. Music in the Park showcases talented local musicians while creating welcoming spaces where families, neighbours, and friends can gather, relax, and enjoy live entertainment in beautiful outdoor settings. The 20th Anniversary season celebrates not only the music, but also the incredible volunteers, community associations, sponsors, performers, and supporters who have helped make this program a lasting success. The Hit List at Beckwith Park Continue the 2026 Music in the Park season with The Hit List, performing an energetic mix of danceable hits at Beckwith Park. Known for getting audiences on their feet, The Hit List delivers an evening of high-energy entertainment that’s perfect for all ages. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a free summer concert with family, friends, and neighbours. This concert is proudly supported by the North Quadra Community Association, a volunteer-led organization dedicated to strengthening the community through local events, neighbourhood initiatives, and opportunities that bring residents together. Their continued support helps make Music in the Park a welcoming summer tradition for everyone to enjoy. More Than Just Music Beckwith Park is one of the largest Music in the Park events of the summer, offering something for everyone. In addition to an evening of free live music, you can enjoy: A wide variety of food vendors and food trucks Youth Entrepreneur Market Kids’ activities Bouncy castles Stan Burns The Bubble Guy Celebrity mascots Prize draws Community information booths Peninsula Streams Emergency Preparedness displays Sport organization representatives Family Doctors for Saanich Firetruck display Police vehicle display Beckwith Park waterpark (open during the event) Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or the family-friendly activities, Beckwith Park offers a full evening of summer fun for all ages. Youth Vendor Program New for 2026, young entrepreneurs, artists, and crafters aged 15 and under are invited to participate in selected Music in the Park concerts through the Youth Vendor Program. This initiative provides an opportunity for young people to showcase their creativity, gain valuable business experience, and connect with the community in a supportive environment. Applications are now open. Youth Vendor Application Support Music in the Park For 20 years, Music in the Park has remained free thanks to the generosity of sponsors, community partners, volunteers, and donors. Your support helps provide: Free community concerts Local musicians and performers Family-friendly programming Community partnerships Future Music in the Park seasons Whether you’re making a personal donation or sponsoring the series through your business or organization, every contribution helps keep this Saanich tradition thriving for future generations. Ready to get involved? Donate Through Zeffy Learn more about Sponsorshi Questions about sponsorship? Please contact our President, Phil Bisset-Covaneiro, at Philip.Bisset-Covaneiro@ig.ca. We’d be happy to discuss sponsorship opportunities and how your support can help keep Music in the Park free for the community. Come say Hi! Stop by the Saanich Legacy Foundation tent during the concert to meet our Board members, learn about the Foundation’s community initiatives, and discover how we’re supporting local projects through partnerships and grants. Preserving the Legacy of Music in the Park To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Music in the Park, this year’s concert series will be filmed to help preserve its history for future generations. The archive initiative was developed by our web development team at Manifest Marketing, who volunteered to design and build the online archive. The project is being coordinated by Archer’s Community Hub, our newest community partner and a volunteer-run creative space that supports local artists and community collaboration, with video production provided by JayzWayz Productions. Share Your Memories Have photos, videos, or memories from past Music in the Park concerts? We’d love to include them in our 20th Anniversary digital archive. Upload Your Contribution Please use the form below to upload your photos, videos, or written memories.By submitting your contribution, you grant the Saanich Legacy Foundation permission to include it in the archive, on our website, social media channels, and other promotional materials. Explore the Full 2026 Music in the Park Series Music in the Park brings free live music to parks across Saanich throughout the summer. Explore the full concert lineup below and discover the communities, performers, and local organizations that make each event possible. Majestic Park Tuesday, July 14Band: Shenanigans (Classic Rock)Music: Classic RockAddress: 4380 Majestic Dr.Supported by: Gordon Head Community Association Beckwith Park Tuesday, July 21Band: The Hit List (Dance Hits)Music: Danceable HitsAddress: 857 Beckwith AveSupported by: North Quadra Community Association Brydon Park Tuesday, July 28Band: The Sutcliffes (British Invasion)Music: Beatles TributeAddress: Viewmont Ave. & Vanguard Pl.Supported by: Royal Oak Association Hyacinth Park Tuesday, August 4Band: Groove DiggersMusic: Top 40 & ClassicsAddress: 800 Marigold RdSupported by: Carey Ares Residents Association Hyacinth Park Tuesday, August 4Band: Groove DiggersMusic: Top 40 & ClassicsAddress: 800 Marigold RdSupported by: Carey Ares Residents Association Prospect Lake Park Tuesday, August 11Band: BackBeatMusic: Tribute to the ’60sAddress: 331 Prospect Lake RdSupported by: Prospect Lake District Community Association Rudd Park Tuesday, August 25 Band: Apex Breaks Rutledge Park Tuesday, August 18 Band: Late Shift Music: Classic Rock & Roll Address: Supported by: Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association All concerts are free. Music in the Park is presented in partnership with Saanich Parks, Recreation & Community Services, proudly sponsored by the Saanich Legacy Foundation, and supported by local community associations across Saanich.
Music in the Park – Goward House | Tuesday, July 7
Celebrating 20 Years of Music in the Park For twenty years, Music in the Park has brought communities together through free outdoor concerts held in neighbourhood parks across Saanich. Presented by Saanich Parks, Recreation & Community Services The Saanich Legacy Foundation is proud to sponsor what has become a summer tradition enjoyed by thousands of residents and visitors each year. Music in the Park showcases talented local musicians while creating welcoming spaces where families, neighbours, and friends can gather, relax, and enjoy live entertainment in beautiful outdoor settings. The 20th Anniversary season celebrates not only the music, but also the incredible volunteers, community associations, sponsors, performers, and supporters who have helped make this program a lasting success. Fine Spirits at Goward House Kick off the 2026 Music in the Park season with Fine Spirits, performing an energetic mix of current favourites and timeless classic hits at Goward House. Known for their engaging performances and crowd-pleasing set lists, Fine Spirits delivers an evening of music that’s perfect for all ages. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a free summer concert with family, friends, and neighbours. This opening concert is proudly supported by the Goward House Society, a long-standing community organization dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults through recreation, education, wellness, and social connection. Their continued support helps make Music in the Park a welcoming community tradition for everyone to enjoy. Youth Vendor Program New for 2026, young entrepreneurs, artists, and crafters aged 15 and under are invited to participate in selected Music in the Park concerts through the Youth Vendor Program. This initiative provides an opportunity for young people to showcase their creativity, gain valuable business experience, and connect with the community in a supportive environment. Applications are now open. Youth Vendor Application Support Music in the Park For 20 years, Music in the Park has remained free thanks to the generosity of sponsors, community partners, volunteers, and donors. Your support helps provide: Free community concerts Local musicians and performers Family-friendly programming Community partnerships Future Music in the Park seasons Whether you’re making a personal donation or sponsoring the series through your business or organization, every contribution helps keep this Saanich tradition thriving for future generations. Ready to get involved? Donate Through Zeffy Learn more about Sponsorshi Questions about sponsorship? Please contact our President, Phil Bisset-Covaneiro, at Philip.Bisset-Covaneiro@ig.ca. We’d be happy to discuss sponsorship opportunities and how your support can help keep Music in the Park free for the community. Come say Hi! Stop by the Saanich Legacy Foundation tent during the concert to meet our Board members, learn about the Foundation’s community initiatives, and discover how we’re supporting local projects through partnerships and grants. Preserving the Legacy of Music in the Park To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Music in the Park, this year’s concert series will be filmed to help preserve its history for future generations. The archive initiative was developed by our web development team at Manifest Marketing, who volunteered to design and build the online archive. The project is being coordinated by Archer’s Community Hub, our newest community partner and a volunteer-run creative space that supports local artists and community collaboration, with video production provided by JayzWayz Productions. Share Your Memories Have photos, videos, or memories from past Music in the Park concerts? We’d love to include them in our 20th Anniversary digital archive. Upload Your Contribution Please use the form below to upload your photos, videos, or written memories.By submitting your contribution, you grant the Saanich Legacy Foundation permission to include it in the archive, on our website, social media channels, and other promotional materials. Explore the Full 2026 Music in the Park Series Music in the Park brings free live music to parks across Saanich throughout the summer. Explore the full concert lineup below and discover the communities, performers, and local organizations that make each event possible. Majestic Park Tuesday, July 14Band: Shenanigans (Classic Rock)Music: Classic RockAddress: 4380 Majestic Dr.Supported by: Gordon Head Community Association Beckwith Park Tuesday, July 21Band: The Hit List (Dance Hits)Music: Danceable HitsAddress: 857 Beckwith AveSupported by: North Quadra Community Association Brydon Park Tuesday, July 28Band: The Sutcliffes (British Invasion)Music: Beatles TributeAddress: Viewmont Ave. & Vanguard Pl.Supported by: Royal Oak Association Hyacinth Park Tuesday, August 4Band: Groove DiggersMusic: Top 40 & ClassicsAddress: 800 Marigold RdSupported by: Carey Ares Residents Association Hyacinth Park Tuesday, August 4Band: Groove DiggersMusic: Top 40 & ClassicsAddress: 800 Marigold RdSupported by: Carey Ares Residents Association Prospect Lake Park Tuesday, August 11Band: BackBeatMusic: Tribute to the ’60sAddress: 331 Prospect Lake RdSupported by: Prospect Lake District Community Association Rudd Park Tuesday, August 25 Band: Apex Breaks Rutledge Park Tuesday, August 18 Band: Late Shift Music: Classic Rock & Roll Address: Supported by: Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association All concerts are free. Music in the Park is presented in partnership with Saanich Parks, Recreation & Community Services, proudly sponsored by the Saanich Legacy Foundation, and supported by local community associations across Saanich.
Protecting Prospect Lake: Why This Saanich Gem Needs Our Support
There is only one major lake left in the Saanich region that has never been shut down due to toxic blue-green algae. That lake is Prospect Lake — and keeping it that way takes real, sustained effort from people who care deeply about this community. The Prospect Lake Preservation Society (PLPS) is a registered not-for-profit doing exactly that work. As a Community Partner of the Saanich Legacy Foundation, they are protecting one of our region’s most cherished natural spaces — not just for the people who live near it today, but for every generation that comes after. What Is the Prospect Lake Preservation Society? The Prospect Lake Preservation Society is a community-led, not-for-profit organization incorporated under the British Columbia Societies Act. Their mission is straightforward: protect the long-term health and recreational quality of Prospect Lake so that residents and the broader public can enjoy it for generations to come. What makes their work so important is what they are up against. Toxic cyanobacteria —commonly known as blue-green algae — has triggered health warnings and closures at lakes across the region. Prospect Lake has avoided that fate, but that outcome is not accidental. It is the direct result of ongoing monitoring, scientific research, and community stewardship carried out by PLPS and the people who support them. https://prospectlake.net/ What They Do to Protect the Lake Scientific monitoring and research PLPS funds and coordinates ongoing scientific studies of Prospect Lake’s water health. Understanding what is happening below the surface nutrient levels, algae growth, water quality trends is what allows the community to act before problems become crises. This kind of proactive monitoring is what separates Prospect Lake from the others. Conservation and environmental protection Beyond research, PLPS runs active conservation and environmental protection programs aimed at preserving the lake’s natural ecosystem. These efforts address the conditions that allow harmful algae to take hold in the first place — reducing runoff, protecting shoreline habitat, and maintaining the ecological balance that keeps the water clean and safe. Community education and engagement PLPS believes that long-term preservation only works if the community understands why it matters. Their education and engagement initiatives help residents, local families, and visitors connect with the lake —and understand the role each of them plays in keeping it healthy. A community that understands the lake is a community that protects it. Long-term stewardship across generations The Society was established specifically to ensure a long-term community presence around the lake. Their work is designed to span generations — not just responding to today’s threats, but building the infrastructure, knowledge, and community commitment needed to protect Prospect Lake decades into the future. Help protect one of Saanich’s last clean lakes Your donation funds scientific monitoring, conservation, and community education. Donate now Why Prospect Lake Matters to Greater Saanich Prospect Lake is not just a pretty place to walk by. It is a functioning natural ecosystem, a recreational resource, and a source of genuine community pride. It is the kind of place that makes Saanich worth living in. The fact that it remains clean and open to the public — while other lakes in the region have faced repeated closures — is a testament to what organized, committed community stewardship can accomplish. But that status is never permanent. Without continued investment in monitoring, conservation, and education, the lake is vulnerable to the same pressures affecting waterways across BC. The Saanich Legacy Foundation is proud to support the Prospect Lake Preservation Society through our Community Partnership model, which provides secure donation management, tax-receipted charitable giving, and fundraising infrastructure so that PLPS can stay focused on the lake. Prospect Lake Preservation Society How You Can Help Protect Prospect Lake If you value clean water, accessible natural spaces, and community-driven environmental stewardship, this is a cause worth supporting. Learn more about the Prospect Lake Preservation Society at prospectlake.net, or donate directly through the Saanich Legacy Foundation to help fund scientific monitoring, conservation programs, and the community education initiatives that keep this lake healthy and open to everyone. Make a tax-receipted donation today Managed securely through the Saanich Legacy Foundation. Every dollar goes directly toward protecting Prospect Lake. Donate to the Prospect Lake Preservation Society
Welcome to the New Saanich Legacy Foundation Website
The Saanich Legacy Foundation has launched a newly redesigned website a refreshed digital home built to better connect our community with the people, projects, and partnerships making a difference across Saanich. This launch is more than a visual update. It reflects over a year of thoughtful planning, collaboration, and development, brought to life through the work of Gavin and Abdulla from Manifest Marketing. A More Accessible and Streamlined Experience The new website has been designed with simplicity and accessibility at the forefront. Visitors can now more easily explore Community Partnerships, grant recipients, and local initiatives worth supporting. Content has been streamlined to remove unnecessary steps, creating a smoother experience across both desktop and mobile. The goal is straightforward: make it easier for people to find what they need and take action. Now Accepting Donations Through Zeffy One of the most meaningful additions to the new site is the integration of Zeffy, a 100% free fundraising platform built specifically for nonprofits. Through Zeffy, the Foundation and its Community Partners can now accept donations without platform fees — meaning more of every contribution goes directly to the programs and initiatives that need it most. Each Community Partner now has a dedicated donation page, making it simple for supporters to give directly to the causes they care about, with full transparency every step of the way. Support the causes that matter to you Every Community Partner now has a dedicated donation page. Find yours and give directly — with zero platform fees through Zeffy. Explore Community Partners Stronger Visibility for Community Partners The updated site places a stronger emphasis on the organizations the Foundation supports. Each partner is now presented more clearly, with direct access to learn about their work and support them through streamlined donation pathways. This not only improves the experience for visitors, but helps ensure that community organizations receive the visibility and recognition they deserve. The people doing important work in Saanich should be easy to find. community-partnerships Introducing Ongoing Community Stories As part of this launch, the Foundation is introducing a blog that will highlight the impact of our partnerships on an ongoing basis. These stories will showcase the real work happening across Saanich — while also giving Community Partners content they can share across their own networks to expand their reach and connect with new supporters. A Platform Built for the Future This website is designed to grow alongside the community it serves. As new partnerships are formed and more initiatives are supported, the platform will continue to evolve — providing a transparent and accessible view into the Foundation’s work and impact for years to come. Introducing a New Logo Rooted in Community Alongside the new website, the Saanich Legacy Foundation is proud to introduce a refreshed logo — and the symbolism behind it is intentional. The centrepiece of the new logo is a tree. The tree symbolizes strength, with branches reaching upward and roots reaching down — solid, growing, and thriving. It reflects exactly what the Saanich Legacy Foundation strives to be: a stable, productive presence that contributes to the community and is ready to lend its strength to the causes and organizations that need it. Just as a tree grows over time, so too does the Foundation — deepening its roots in the community while continuing to reach toward new partnerships, new initiatives, and new ways to create lasting impact across Saanich. Explore the New Website We invite you to visit the new Saanich Legacy Foundation website and discover the people and projects shaping our community. This has been a true collaborative effort over the past year, and we are proud to share it. Visit the new Saanich Legacy Foundation website Explore Community Partnerships, learn about our grant programs, and support the causes making a difference in Saanich. Visit saanichlegacy.ca
Peer Support Services in Victoria, BC: How The Daily Dose Society Is Making a Difference
Peer support services in Victoria, BC play a critical role in reaching individuals navigating substance use, housing instability, and recovery — and The Daily Dose Society is one of the organizations doing that work on the ground every day. As a Community Partner of the Saanich Legacy Foundation, they operate at the front lines of care in downtown Victoria with a lived-experience, peer-led approach that builds real trust. This post covers who they are, what they do, and how you can support their work. What Peer Support Looks Like in Downtown Victoria The Daily Dose Society works directly with individuals in Greater Victoria who are facing some of the most complex challenges in our community — substance use, unstable housing, and barriers to healthcare. What makes their model distinct is the lived-experience approach at its core: their outreach teams are made up of people who understand these challenges firsthand. By meeting people where they are — without judgment, without preconditions — they build the kind of trust that opens doors to longer-term support. In a growing urban centre like Victoria, that approach is not optional. It is essential. How The Daily Dose Society Delivers Support in Victoria, BC Their programs are designed to address both immediate need and longer-term stability. Three areas define their work: Peer-Based Outreach — Outreach teams engage directly with individuals in the community, offering support grounded in empathy and shared experience Harm Reduction and Safety — Education and resources that reduce risk, promote safer practices, and keep individuals connected to care. Pathways to Stability — Connections to housing, healthcare, and recovery services that create sustainable routes forward. Together, these programs reflect a comprehensive model of care — one that addresses urgent needs while building toward lasting change. Community Partnerships Strengthening Their Reach in Greater Victoria The Daily Dose Society’s impact is amplified through collaboration with other trusted organizations across the Victoria region, including the Victoria Foundation, United Way of Greater Victoria, and Together Against Poverty Society. These partnerships reflect a shared commitment to building a more inclusive community — and they ensure that individuals are connected to the right support at the right time. This kind of coordinated care is something the Saanich Legacy Foundation values deeply in the Community Partners we work alongside. How the Saanich Legacy Foundation Supports This Work At the Saanich Legacy Foundation, our role is to provide the administrative and charitable infrastructure that allows organizations like The Daily Dose Society to focus entirely on their programs. Through our Community Partnership model, we offer secure and transparent donation management, tax-receipted charitable giving, and fundraising visibility — so that operational overhead never gets in the way of frontline impact. You can learn more about this partnership on our Daily Dose Society Community Partner page. Support Peer Services in Victoria, BC Today The individuals supported by The Daily Dose Society are part of our shared community. Every contribution — at any level — helps expand outreach, strengthen harm reduction programs, and support people on their path toward stability. If you are ready to contribute, you can donate directly through their giving page: Donate to The Daily Dose Society As a Board, we are proud to stand alongside organizations that treat every person with dignity, compassion, and care. The Daily Dose Society does exactly that — and your support makes it possible.