Special Event & Filming Permits

If you are holding an event in Esquimalt, you may require a special event permit.

A Special Event Permit may be when:

  • You are booking a public facility for a large event (75 people or more). This might include a park, a recreation facility, and/or a roadway
  • You require special support to conduct your event (e.g. closing a road, using municipal equipment, requiring Police or Fire Department staff support)
  • You are inviting large numbers and/or the public to attend your event
  • Your event will impact the community in general, including local businesses and neighbours.

If you are unsure if your event will require a Special Event Permit, please contact our facility booking clerk at bookings@esquimalt.ca or 250-412-8525 

 Download a Special Event Permit Application

(please note that this is not an application for the Special Event Permit required to serve alcohol at your event – that permit can be found here: https://justice.gov.bc.ca/lcrb/sep)

Looking to film at one of our beautiful parks or facilities? Please complete the Film Permit Application below:  

Download a Film Permit Application 

If you have any questions, please contact us at events@esquimalt.ca