Township of Esquimalt

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Flags are lowered at Esquimalt Municipal Hall to mark the tragic deaths that occurred in Tumbler Ridge on February 10, 2026.  Our thoughts are with their families and community.

January 29 marks the 9th anniversary of the terrorist attack at the Centre culturel islamique de Québec in Sainte-Foy that killed 6 people & caused serious injury to 19 others.

We continue to remember those lost or harmed.

https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SI-2021-17/page-1.html

Flags at Municipal Hall be lowered in recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27.

https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/canada-holocaust/international-remembrance-day.html

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Join us this Monday as the Committee of the Whole discusses 2 significant topics for Esquimalt:
1. Community Health Needs Assessment & Health Playbook
2. Development + Amenity Cost Charges
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Please take a look at the draft budget for 2026 & join council in the discussion on Jan 12.

Find answers to common questions and will help clarify how the spending is allocated and on what projects: https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/news/2026-budget-process-underway

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Our first meeting of 2026 is coming up next week! Check out the agenda or view previous minutes at https://esquimalt.ca.legistar.com/

Join the council meeting at 7PM on January 12.

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Visit us on January 1 from 1-3PM at the Esquimalt Rec Centre. Enjoy a free swim or fitness centre workout and don't forget to visit members of council as they host you at our annual levée!

https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/new-years-day-levee-council-meet-greet

Wishing you and your loved ones a memorable holiday!

These cards were newly added to our Archives collection and are from 1911 and 1913 respectively.

Find our holiday schedule changes at https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/news/2025-winter-holiday-hours-and-schedule-changes
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Visit us on January 1 from 1-3PM at the Esquimalt Rec Centre. Enjoy a free swim or fitness centre workout and don't forget to visit members of council as they host you at our annual levée!

https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/new-years-day-levee-council-meet-greet

Short term rentals in Esquimalt What is a Short-Term Rental (STR)? Short-term rentals like Airbnb are the rental of a residential home – or one or more rooms within it – for a short period of time. Short-term rentals are different from traditional Bed & Breakfasts because they usually involve the

We're developing our short term rental policies and want to hear from you. Please take our short survey by December 17.
🏠 Check out our project web page and background documents
🏠Take our survey available until December 17 at EngagingEsquimalt.ca/rentals or download a printable copy

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⚠️ A rainfall warning is in effect, with 40 to 60 mm of rain expected today through this evening.
💨 A wind warning is also in effect, with gusts up to 100 km/h expected this evening until Wednesday morning.
🧰 Secure loose items around your home and watch for fallen tree limbs and other hazards.

☔ Rain is here! Don't be caught with clogged drains on your property or around your home.

Clear drains to avoid overflows, property damage & waterway contamination.

Find a map of catch basins: https://www.esquimalt.ca/municipal-services/sewers-drains/winter-drainage-and-flooding

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Have you followed us yet on LinkedIn ? Follow us, keep up to date on job opportunities or share our career information with your friends. #esquimalt #yyjjobs #yyj http://ow.ly/cQAI50DuHLv

Friday is our last Mayor's Open Door of the year- please feel free to drop in between 9 and 11AM at 1229 Esquimalt Municipal Hall. Can't make the time? Reach out to sue-anne.carter@esquimalt.ca to discuss making an appointment with the mayor. #esquimalt

#yyjtraffic: The traffic lights at Admirals Rd and Woodway Rd will be shut down today past the planned 3pm timeline due to some unexpected conditions. The intersection will be staffed by traffic control personnel and road users may experience some delays.

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Council meeting this Monday at 7PM- take part in person or watch live online.

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Premier’s, parliamentary secretary’s statements on Transgender Day of Remembrance Premier David Eby has issued the following statement marking Transgender Day of Remembrance:

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Council meeting tonight at 7PM.
View the full agenda and related reports at https://esquimalt.ca.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&ID=10839&GUID=5B3FED75-4B2E-45F5-8DC6-FC6CB1C6B87F

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upcoming events: Nov 8 Indigenous Veterans Day and commemoration ceremony Nov 8-9 Nomad Holiday Market Nov 10 Esquimalt Blood Donation pop up at CFB Esquimalt Nov 11 Remembrance Day Nov 14 + 15 Christmas Vintage Fair Nov 19 Esquimalt Municipal Archives Open House Nov 22 Social Saturdays- Murder Mystery Party

Looking for something to do this month? Here is a quick peek at some of the events happening in #Esquimalt. New events are added to our calendar all the time, so check back often!

Full calendar: https://www.esquimalt.ca/culture-heritage/community-events-calendar

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Fall in #Esquimalt 😍

We are going to see more severe weather over the coming months. Make sure your home is ready for wind, power outages, heavy rain & the other seasonal hazards. Stay safe & comfy by preparing your emergency kit. More info: https://www.esquimalt.ca/public-safety/emergency-program/get-prepared-emergency

Deadline tomorrow! Apply to join one of our council committees and share your knowledge & community spirit with the township.

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It is Small Business Week in BC!

Celebrate our local businesses who contribute to our economy, provide jobs and help make #Esquimalt the special place it is. Shop local and learn about what's available at your doorstep: https://www.whyesquimalt.ca/business-directory

🌳Crews will be at Saxe Point Park on Tues, Oct 21 for tree removals & modifications to manage dead or hazardous trees. This will be done with ecosystem health in mind to avoid negative impacts.

Please watch for temporary path closures throughout the day & remain off closed trails.
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#Esquimalt Road from Dominion Rd to Lampson St will have single-lane alternating traffic due to paving (7am-3pm) until October 28.

Traffic control personnel will be on site to direct traffic- thank you for your patience.

Stay up to date with traffic notices: esquimalt.ca/alert

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Billie Field was awarded a Spirit Award at #Esquimalt's council meeting. Her deep sense of community led to improving Anderson Park. Presentation:
https://esquimalt.ca.granicus.com/player/clip/1279?meta_id=150464
About the awards:
https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/get-involved/spirit-awards

Council has proclaimed October 9, 2025, to mark World PANS PANDAS Awareness Day at the request of Inflamed Brain Alliance (IBA). The Archie Browning Sports Centre and the Esquimalt Adventure Park will be lit in green to help raise visibility for these neuroinflammatory conditions.
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