Saanich (electoral district)

Saanich refers to several past and present electoral districts in British Columbia, Canada. The name derives from the Saanich Peninsula, the geographical region on southern Vancouver Island where these ridings are located. Historically, and currently, separate provincial and federal electoral districts have existed using this name.

Provincial Electoral District:

• Saanich (various iterations): There have been several provincial electoral districts named "Saanich" or incorporating "Saanich" in their names. These ridings have existed at different times and with varying boundaries, reflecting population shifts and electoral boundary revisions. Specific examples include, but are not limited to, Saanich and the Islands, Saanich North and the Islands, Saanich South, and others. The political representation within these ridings has varied over time, with members elected from different political parties. Candidates are nominated and elected at the provincial level under the authority of Elections BC.

Federal Electoral District:

• Saanich—Gulf Islands: This is a federal electoral district that includes a significant portion of the Saanich Peninsula. It also encompasses the Gulf Islands, located between Vancouver Island and the mainland of British Columbia. The Member of Parliament (MP) elected for this riding represents the area in the House of Commons of Canada. Elections Canada oversees the federal elections for this district.

The boundaries of both the provincial and federal "Saanich" ridings have been subject to change through electoral boundary commissions. These commissions are independent bodies that review and adjust electoral district boundaries to ensure fair representation based on population distribution. Information on the current boundaries, historical results, and sitting members for specific "Saanich" ridings can be found on the websites of Elections BC (for provincial ridings) and Elections Canada (for federal ridings).