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.

#esquimalt esquimalt.ca/committees

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.
#LightUp4PANS

Today is a day for reflection, respect and learning. It is an opportunity to understand the history of residential schools & take steps toward meaningful reconciliation.
Learn more:
https://www.esquimalt.ca/community-events/news/national-day-truth-and-reconciliation-2025
#truthandreconciliation

Tonight! Tune in or join us in person:
5:45PM- departmental project reports
7PM- regular council meeting:
🔊(Public hearing) 1340 Sussex St & 1337 Saunders St
🔥FireSmart Funding
🏪Ec Dev Plan & SIPP Review
🚮Integrated Resource Management
..+ more

Agendas: esquimalt.ca.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE DELIVERY: The @esquimaltbc.bsky.social won for its Youth Aquatic Safety & Leadership Program that leveraged existing resources to fill a need for more lifeguards. An honourable mention went to the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako for its Cycle 16 Trail Project.

Committee of the Whole at 6PM on Monday.

See the agenda and reports at esquimalt.ca.legistar.com/MeetingDetai...

Topics include #VicPD quarterly report and the results from our Official Community Plan refresh.

Join us in person or watch live from home!

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Catch the video from last n night's council meeting: esquimalt.ca.granicus.com/player/clip/...

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New artistic banners in #Esquimalt Gorge Park celebrate Japanese heritage. @esquimaltbc.bsky.social banner program is repurposing old streetlight banners into reusable #shopping bags that will be available for sale later this fall. islandsocialtrends.ca/new-artistic... | #retail #art #municipal