Projects in Oak Bay cover a wide range of work, from physical buildings to roads and sewers.
Projects range in scale from large capital projects to improve our infrastructure lasting months, or longer, to smaller scale projects that take days. Find details on upcoming projects below.
Capital Works Plan
The Engineering and Public Works Department prepares an Annual Capital Works Plan on major infrastructure upgrades and Council-priority initiatives.
Capital Projects
Estevan Ave.
Storm Sewer and Outfall Replacement
McNeill Ave.
Traffic Calming and Utility Replacement
Uplands
Combined Sewer Separation
McNeill Bay
Shoreline Erosion Preliminary Design
| Start | End (anticipated) | Location | Work being done | Traffic Impacts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2026 | Dufferin Ave. | Cadboro Bay to Nottingham Rd. | Crews will be working to move residences to an existing 8 inch water main, moving from a smaller one they're current connected to. | Road closed to local traffic only during construction. Crews will work to open the road in the evening, barring any safety concerns that may lead to it being closed overnight. | |
| 1/13/2026 | 1/23/2026 | Foul Bay Rd. at Oak Bay Ave. | (EXTERNAL) - Telus will be accessing manholes to complete utility work at the intersection of Oak Bay Ave. and Foul Bay Road. | A traffic control person will be on site to help pedestrians with temporary parking and sidewalk closures. |
Water Main Flushing
Water main flushing cleans water distribution pipes and reservoirs of sediments that build up over time. Water main flushing provides the following system benefits:
- Improved water quality.
- Improved system hydraulic capacity.
- Improved system operation by identifying weak or problem areas.
- Improved/restored chlorine residual.
- Increased life of system components; including, pressure reducing valves, line valves, pumps, etc.
How does flushing affect me?
During the flushing process, you may experience low pressure and discoloured water. Any discolouration is temporary and is not a health hazard. If you experience discoloured water, please run the cold water tap in your bathtub or laundry tub to avoid clogging screens in faucets.
If you have any questions, contact Public Works at 250-598-4501