The long-awaited report on the acoustical modelling study commissioned by the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit (VIMC) for their planned track expansion has now been released. The Sahtlam Neighbourhood Association has reviewed the report, which effectively says that the planned 230-acre expansion will produce no more noise than the existing facility. Unfortunately, the existing facility is already a nuisance, as evidenced by ongoing and widespread noise complaints. Thus, th

As noted in our previous announcement, the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit (VIMC) has proposed the formation of a Working Committee as part of their Community and Public Engagement Plan. This plan is part of their application to rezone 280 acres for expansion of their motorsport facilities. The proposed committee would include representatives from the SNA and the Municipality of North Cowichan, among others. We announce today that both the SNA and the Municipality have de

Below is a copy of a letter sent out to SNA members and supporters earlier today regarding the upcoming Open House events at the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit: Dear Members and Supporters of the Sahtlam Neighbourhood Association, You may be aware that the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit (VIMC) has issued invitations via mail and newspaper advertising for citizens to attend two Open Houses at VIMC on Tuesday, April 24 (7 - 9 pm) and Sunday, April 29 (2 - 4 pm). The p

As was the case last year, the recent Easter long weekend was marred in Sahtlam by track noise from the Vancouver Island Motorsports Circuit (VIMC). Tempers in the community flared as families ventured outdoors to watch their children hunt for Easter eggs to the tune of screeching tires and shifting gears. The Municipality of North Cowichan was flooded with complaints, emails, and phone calls from residents as far away as Maple Bay. This prompted CAO Ted Swabey to place a cal