Township of Esquimalt
1229 Esquimalt Rd V9A 3P1 Esquimalt, BC, Canada

The best way to put out a fire is to avoid one in the first place. Learn about different types of smoke detectors as well as carbon monoxide safety from members of our fire department. #esquimalt #yyj Esquimalt Fire Fighters IAFF 4264

Who doesn't love toffee?! Our archives has several old recipes, like this one for toffee from 1933! #esquimalt #yyj #yyjeats #tbt #throwbackthursday #archives

There is a rezoning application for 842 Carrie Street to be reviewed at a public hearing this Monday. Find all the reference documents you need for the upcoming meeting: https://www.esquimalt.ca//even/calendar/council-meeting-72 #esquimalt #yyj

The pandemic has changed how we share information about rezonings, council meetings and other important community discussions. An example is our posted video presentation for this Monday's meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0k7iTN8Fq4&t=114s #esquimalt #yyjpoli #yyj

As we approach the end of another month, some of you may be moving. Reminder to dispose of your unwanted items properly. Illegal dumping takes a toll on the #Esquimalt neighbourhood, staff time and resources. Find out about alternatives: http://ow.ly/uyQE50yt0Iy

Get ready to start counting, #Esquimalt! The @FlowerCount launches next week. What a great way to enjoy our community and get some fresh air! The good folks at Flower Count Headquarters have a guide to help count: https://flowercount.com/flower-counting-guide/ #FlowerCount

It's 1922 and you're cruising around #Esquimalt in your best hat. The real question is what's causing that stern gaze? esquimalt.ca/archives #archives #yyj #tbt #throwback

Look at that poise! Today's #TBT photo shows P.P.C.L.I. exercising at Work Point Barracks in Esquimalt ca. 1938. Nowadays, you can get your exercise at Esquimalt Parks and Recreation, on one of our great trails or at lots of other places in the area. Where do you like to work out? ... CFB BFC Esquimalt Esquimalt Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) #esquimalt #ThrowbackThursday CFB Esquimalt Community Recreation

Our crews will be doing some maintenance on our Kinver Street pump station tomorrow, January 14. Traffic at Kinver/Munro will be slowed down due to 3-4 vacuum trucks on Munro Street. Please note if you live or travel through the area on foot, bike or other vehicle that there may be some noise or congestion. #yyjtraffic #esquimalt

Don't forget, #Esquimalt businesses, licence renewals are due Jan 31. Call us with any questions at 250-414-7100! You can drop payments: * By mail * Via the drop box... * In person on Wednesday and Fridays between 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. #shoplocalesquimalt #shoplocalyyj Info at https://www.esquimalt.ca//due-january-31-2021-business-lic Esquimalt Chamber of Commerce

Congrats Esquimalt High School! #esquimalt

We have a great community in Esquimalt with helpful neighbours and unique local businesses. Check out our video celebrating Esquimalt as we wish you and yours a wonderful holiday season! #esquimalt #hohoho #yyj #seasonsgreetings #bye2020

Looking to fit in a workout?

Have you had a chance to catch up on your #Esquimalt Current? Hard copies are dropping in mail boxes now but you can read it online first! https://www.esquimalt.ca/government-by/reports-publications

Bring It Home 4 Climate Program: a way to improve the efficiency of your home with access to free expert advice and rebates. Learn more and start upgrading your home today! https://betterhomesbc.ca/rebates/bring-it-home/ #esquimalt #yyj #crd #savemoney

Thank you #Esquimalt and Greater #Victoria! We're thrilled to be considered this year and appreciate your votes. A big thank you to volunteers and staff who keep our park so lovely. Looking forward to seeing you soon! https://www.esquimalt.ca//saxe-point-earns-2020-readers-ch #yyj... Times Colonist Esquimalt Parks and Recreation Destination British Columbia Destination Greater Victoria Greater Victoria Green Team

Tonight! #Esquimalt's council meeting includes amendments to the OCP + several bylaws: Animal Management, Business Regulation, Streets + Traffic Regulation and Bylaw Notice Enforcement. Take a sneak peek now and send us any feedback or watch it live: https://esquimalt.ca.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Sunday calls for rain in #esquimalt. Now is the time to check gutters, downspouts and perimeter drains around the house to ensure everything is working properly! #yyj https://www.esquimalt.ca//rainy-weather-season-begins-know

As per the recent announcement from BC Public Health the following changes are effective immediately: -masks are mandatory in all indoor shared spaces, includin...g fitness centre and arena at all times except when working out. -all group fitness activities including dance, yoga and all others that were previously deemed "low impact" are cancelled effective immediately (All participants will be contacted) We will continue to update our guidelines as we receive more information from the province. For more info on safe use of facilities please see the following: https://www.esquimalt.ca//safe-use-facilities-during-covid

The twenty-first annual food drive in Esquimalt is off to a generous start. To date, roughly the volume of twelve garbage cans of non-perishable food has been collected. The Township of Esquimalt’s annual food drive is an essential way for Esquimalt Neighbourhood House to restock its ‘emergency food’ cupboard every year, said Mary Lynn McKenna, Executive Director for Esquimalt Neighbourhood House. Normally (pre-COVID19), the township’s annual food drive allows Esquimalt N...eighbourhood House to have non-perishable food on hand for the short-term food needs of community members, until at least early fall every year. Last year, the township delivered three full van loads of food donations, estimated at 2,500 pounds. Township and CUPE staff are collecting food in support of Esquimalt Neighbourhood House until December 18. We're taking food drop offs at the public works yard (601 Canteen Rd) and at the #Esquimalt branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library . https://www.esquimalt.ca//esquimalt-continues-food-drive-t

New rules today from the province, including masks in indoor public spaces. We're still open to serve you Wednesday and Fridays, 9:30 am to 1:30 pm, but most of our business can be done online or over the phone as well. Thank you for working together to help lower the number of cases in BC! https://www2.gov.bc.ca//covid-19-provincial-s/restrictions

TEST REMINDER: Today at 1:55pm (PST) the BC Emergency Alerting System will be tested. During the test, an alert will be broadcast on radio, television & compatible wireless devices. Details and FAQs: http://ow.ly/xswk50CsCnW #AlertReady

We have 2 positions open (with one closing tomorrow!) in our fire department. We're looking for an assistant chief as well as a part-time admin assistant. Apply today!... https://www.esquimalt.ca/government//current-opportunities #esquimalt #yyj #yyjjobs Esquimalt Fire Fighters IAFF 4264

Where are you shopping local this weekend? #Esquimalt has changed a bit since this ca. 1920 photo of the south side of 1300 block Esquimalt Road, but what hasn't changed are our great local businesses! Find more images at esquimalt.ca/archives

Graving means to scrape off barnacles and material from the hull of a ship. The #Esquimalt Graving Dock is the largest deep-sea shipbuilding and repair facility on Canada’s Pacific Coast. The dock opened for business in 1926, welcoming its first ship, The Reginolite, on September 13 of that year. #esquimalt #archives #tbt... https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca//propos-about-esquimalt-eng. See more

Pleased to proclaim November 23-30 "Movember Week" in #Esquimalt. You may notice the 'mo flag up this week in support of men's mental and physical health. Movember - Official Victoria BC is our local chapter, or find a team near you! https://ca.movember.com/ https://www.esquimalt.ca//2020_11_23_Movember_Proclamation

Tonight! See community land use and planning discussions in action at our APC meeting, including our #Climate Emergency Report. The Advisory Planning Commission (APC) was established 1997 to advise Council on: * land use issues, community planning, and proposed bylaws; * rezoning, official community plan amendment, and development permit applications.... The APC consists of seven community members, who are appointed by Council. Council may appoint three members of the Commission, who hold design qualifications (e.g. architects, landscape architects, and design consultants). Meeting is at 7 p.m.; watch it here: https://esquimalt.ca.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx|&Search=

Our #Esquimalt seniors are talented!

Esquimalt, Did You Know: When it comes to GHG emissions, "What we eat is important. Where food comes from, depending on whether food is flown, refrigerated or ...freighted, is also important. After buildings and transportation, food is the largest portion of our indirect emissions. There are a few ways we can work together to reduce our consumption-based emissions and personal GHG footprints. One way is by choosing food with lower GHG emissions, more often than meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. We can also produce more food within the region by supporting local farmers through markets and community-supported agriculture (CSA) programs. - Esquimalt Community Climate Plan engagement. What do you think the Township of Esquimalt should focus on? Have your say on low-carbon food choices. https://esquimalt-climate-engagement.ethelo.net/ Ethelo and the eDemocracy Network are proud to facilitate this engagement for the Township of Esquimalt.

Swim lesson updates:

Don't forget! Our council meeting is tonight and will be livestreamed to the comfort of your home. If you have any input on the agenda items, you may send them in ahead or call in at the meeting. See what's on tonight's agenda: https://esquimalt.ca.legistar.com/MeetingDetail.aspx|&Search=

Bring It Home wants to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season! If your home isn’t so warm and cozy this season, we are here to help you find solutions. B...ook a free Virtual Home Energy Check-Up and one of our Energy Experts will help make your days more Merry and Bright with unbiased home upgrade recommendations! Visit www.bringithome4climate.ca to learn more . See more

Saanich local Kathryn is saving approximately $600/yr since upgrading her home’s heating to a ductless heat pump, as well as her basement insulation! She also h...as a more comfortable home and peace of mind knowing her home is more climate-friendly! Start your home retrofit success story by registering at www.bringithome4climate.ca today! See more

Do you know what to do about flooding in the streets or on your property? There's a different process for public vs private; either way, find the information you need here: https://www.esquimalt.ca/municipal-services/sewers-drains #esquimalt #yyj

Tree chipping for charity!

This week saw both Aboriginal Veterans Day and Remembrance Day. From our archives, this week's #TBT image is of Remembrance Day ceremonies at Memorial Park showing Honour Guard from WW2 photo (ca. 1940). #esquimalt

If your lights or other holiday decorations have seen better days, know that they can be recycled! https://recyclebc.ca/ #esquimalt #greenchristmas #yyj #zerowaste