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October 17, 2026 · 5 min read

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Good morning, Oak Bay. Know everyone? Notice everything? We have a very unofficial role for you on our new Local Board. Details below, alongside a garden love story, a deli inside Farmy and a free Sunday skate. First, vote: polls are open today, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., at Monterey and Henderson recreation centres. Our election guide is below.

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Oak Bay field guideEvery Way Into the Water

A fall field guide to all 23 public ways down to Oak Bay's shoreline.omny.fmHear the mayoral debateKevin Murdoch and Sam Holland joined CFAX's Ryan Price. Listen before you head to the polls.District of Oak BayNeed to register at the pollsBring two pieces of identification showing your identity and residency, with a signature on at least one. The District explains registration and voting assistance.Advertise with Oak Bay Local

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EventsSun Oct 18

Free Family Skate. Sunday, October 18 · 1:30–2:45 pm. Oak Bay Recreation Centre.

EventsMon Oct 19

Free Talks: Bingo for Belonging: Making Meaningful Connections. Monday, October 19 · 1–2:30 pm. Monterey Recreation Centre.

EventsWed Oct 21

Family Storytime with Stay & Play. Wednesday, October 21 · 10:30–11:30 am. Oak Bay Branch.

EventsSat Oct 24

Lloyd Spiegel. Saturday, October 24 · 7:30–9:30 pm. Oak Bay Recreation Centre, Sports View Lounge.

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