The City of Colwood, British Columbia, is asking residents for their thoughts on septic systems and sewer infrastructure through a new public survey. This feedback will help the city plan for future growth and understand how potential service changes might impact local neighbourhoods.
The survey is open from February 23, 2026, until March 16, 2026. City officials have noted that while they are gathering this data for the Sewer Master Plan, there is currently no immediate project to expand the municipal sewer system.
As of 2021, about 55 per cent of households in the community used private septic systems. The information from this survey will help guide long-term decisions about where and when sewer services might be needed as the city grows.
Many residents have raised concerns about the financial impact of eventually switching from septic to a city sewer line. In some cases, the estimated cost for a homeowner to connect to the municipal system can range from $20,000 to more than $55,000.
