An exciting update discussion with Esquimalt Mayor Barb Desjardins

So many fabulous projects underway in Esquimalt. We chat and review updates with Mayor Desjardins about:

• the Town Square
• the Library
• new Senior Facilities
• multiple condo projects @ Dunsmuir / Westbay Quay
• detailed discussion regarding Gorge Park developments
• the Public Safety Building (across from the Town Square)
• businesses are growing in Esquimalt:
  • small business growth accelerating, even during COVID
  • strong community support
  • small, but mighty, Chamber of Commerce hugely supportive, e.g., shop local promotions
  • Navy & Graving Dock in growth phase
  • strong home based business sector
• active Farmer Market @ Bullen Field
  • the market gives away food via a "market bucks" program
  • active Social Media support - "Esquimalt Urban Farmers" Facebook Page (7,000 members)