The Township of Esquimalt underwent an important step forward in community engagement in early 2026 with the launch of a comprehensive Community Satisfaction Survey.
The survey addressed broad themes as well as service-specific questions to help inform council in decision-making and help staff shape programs and service priorities.
The survey was mailed to 1,600 randomly selected Esquimalt households. This approach ensures results are statistically significant, meaning the findings will accurately reflect the perspectives of the broader community. This is the first survey of this kind issued by Esquimalt in recent years.
The statistically significant survey will support data-driven decisions for planning and service improvements. The survey will also function to create a benchmark to gauge perspectives and priorities over time. By establishing a reliable benchmark now, council and staff will be able to track trends over time and adjust programs and investments as community needs evolve.