Residents of Sidney have a busy month ahead with three community events confirmed for the local spring calendar. The Sidney Business Improvement Area is highlighting a variety of activities ranging from school fundraisers to horticultural displays that are expected to draw crowds throughout April 2026.
The ḰELSET Elementary School Parent Advisory Council will hold a pre-loved book sale on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering community members a chance to purchase gently used books for all ages while supporting school initiatives.
The Rotary Club of Sidney by the Sea is hosting a drive-thru paper shredding fundraiser on April 18, 2026. Located at the parking lot at 10364 McDonald Park Road, the event provides a secure way for residents to dispose of sensitive documents. The service is provided by a certified carbon-neutral business, ensuring all paper is properly recycled rather than sent to a landfill.
The month of events concludes on Sunday, April 19, 2026, with the Annual Spring Show and Plant Sale at the Mary Winspear Centre, located at 2243 Beacon Avenue. Organized by the Vancouver Island Rock and Alpine Garden Society, the show is open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is recognized as one of the few judged alpine plant shows in North America and features a variety of unusual alpine, woodland, and bog plants displayed in miniature gardens and troughs.
