Cold Weather Response: Temporary overnight warming centre open from 8pm to 7am tonight (February 19) at the Nell Horth Room next to the Library (10091 Resthaven Drive).    Read More >

Discover Sidney

Sidney by the Sea

The Town of Sidney – located in the area known as SETINES to the W̱SÁNEĆ people – is a picturesque community along the shores of the Salish Sea on the Saanich Peninsula. Sidney has a population of 12,318 and a moderate climate that makes it a year-round tourist destination.

Sidney has a vibrant and pedestrian-friendly downtown that offers a variety of stores, specialty shops and businesses, including a cinema and local breweries.