Environment, Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

Are you a youth in Esquimalt passionate about parks, recreation, and the environment?

We are currently accepting applications to fill two Youth Representative positions on the Environment, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Committee. Youth Representatives provide a valuable perspective on matters considered by the Environment, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Committee and provides an opportunity for youth to participate with elected leaders and Committee members in active community engagement.

Eligibility to apply: Youth between the ages of 13 to 18 and who are residents of Esquimalt or are in full-time attendance at a school located within Esquimalt.
Term Length: September 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.
Time commitment: The Environment, Parks, and Recreation Advisory Committee meets at least three times per year in Council Chambers at Municipal Hall, typically on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. No meetings are held during December, July, or August. 
Applications close June 1st, 2025. For more information, read the Committee's Terms of Reference and Youth Representative Policy.


Application Form

Submit your application to advisory.committees@esquimalt.ca or in person at Esquimalt Municipal Hall, 1229 Esquimalt Road, by June 1st, 2025 to be considered!

Questions?

For more information about the Committee and the application process, email us at advisory.committees@esquimalt.ca or call (250) 414-7177.

The Terms of Reference outlines the Committees purpose and structure.

The purpose of the Environment, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is to assist Council to accomplish its goals and objectives as outlined in Council’s priorities. In May 2022, Council merged the Environmental Advisory Committee with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. The Committee will, consistent with the purpose described above:

  • Provide advice and recommendations to Council on any matters referred to the Committee by Council; and
  • Provide input on parks and recreation issues as requested by staff.
This committee includes a youth representative.

The minutes and agendas for this Committee can be viewed on our Legistar meeting page.