The basic philosophy of North Saanich residents is to retain the rural qualities of the area while maintaining awareness for the protection of the environment.

The primary land uses are agricultural, resdential and institutional in North Saanich with only minor commercial or industrial uses.

The community's preferenc efor retaining  larger lot sizes and the rural nature of the residential neighbourhoods, find water supply provided by wells or the municipal water system  North Sanich falls under the jurisdiction of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, while waste disposal is done on a private basis.