Provincial oversight
The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) oversees the regulation and licensing of establishments and events including:
- Restaurants, bars and pubs;
- Liquor manufacturers;
- Liquor retail stores; and,
- Special events involving liquor.
In certain instances, the LCRB will refer your application to the local government for comment. The processes and fees for applications referred to the Township are laid out in Council Policies
- Information for new establishments
- Amendments to existing establishments
- Provincial information and guidance on Liquor Licensing and permitting requirements
Cannabis retail information
If you have questions regarding the referral of your application to Esquimalt, please contact the Corporate Officer, Deb Hopkins at 250-414-7135 or [email protected].