Departments

The department aims to strengthen community safety through a focused and coordinated approach that improves the quality of life for all residents. The Community Safety Services Department is the primary liaison between the Township and the Victoria Police Department, and is comprised of bylaw enforcement, building inspection, business licencing and the emergency program.

The Corporate Services Department is comprised of administration, legislative services, Council and Committee support and archives. The department supports corporate administration, records management and access to records requests; and Mayor and Council.

The Development Services Department is responsible for ensuring that community development within Esquimalt occurs in a manner consistent with the goals and policies set out in the Official Community Plan.

The Engineering and Public Works Department maintains, upgrades and develops municipal infrastructure. 

Engineering focuses on the planning, design and project management of new infrastructure and upgrading existing infrastructure along with proposed new developments. 

Public Works ensures that the existing infrastructure is maintained and operated in an effective manner as well as providing additions or improvements to existing infrastructure. The infrastructure falls into three main groups: linear (roads, sidewalks, sewers, drains), vertical (building maintenance, signage, intersections, streetlights) and mobile (purchase and maintenance of vehicles).

Esquimalt Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) provides fire suppression, investigation, prevention and education services to residents of the Township. Other services the department provides include medical first responder, confined space entry and hazardous materials response.

The finance department inputs transactions daily to provide up-to-date information for residents, council and staff. Daily activities include accepting and making payments, administering and collecting property taxes, and processing payroll for the municipality.

Municipal financial statements are prepared for audit each year and a copy of the audited financial statements are included with each year's annual report. If you require further details regarding financial reporting, please contact the Finance Department.

This department oversees human resources and labour relations; occupational health and safety; economic development and internal and external communications. Along with Mayor and Council, this department also supports First Nations reconciliation activities. 

Esquimalt is a compact community with a wealth of parks and recreation opportunities maintained and operated by the Parks and Recreation Department. The department provides programs and services for local and regional residents and hosts sporting and special events in the community. 

The recreation department offers a wide variety of programs that serve the community by providing options for all ages and abilities. From athletics to arts to peer support, Esquimalt Recreation’s goal is to be a place for everyone. 

The Parks Department is responsible for the maintenance and conservation of Esquimalt’s stunning parks, trails and beaches. While maintaining Township parks to a high standard, staff members follow principles of sustainability and ecology, ensuring that future generations will continue to enjoy our coastal and upland parks and greenways.