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Watch and address Victoria council
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Apply in writing to speak at a Victoria council meeting. Presentations are limited to five minutes. The final request de
Key information
Apply in writing to speak at a Victoria council meeting. Presentations are limited to five minutes. The final request deadline is 6:30 p.m. on the Tuesday before the meeting; earlier submission is needed for the main agenda package.
On this page
Find the meeting and record
The meeting page offers upcoming agendas in PDF and HTML, with report links in HTML. Past meetings include video and agendas. A message saying no upcoming meetings can mean the next agenda is not available yet.
Meetings are livestreamed and archived. A closed portion temporarily interrupts the stream; refresh and restart after the open session resumes. Committee of the Whole normally starts at 9 a.m.; evening Council normally starts at 6:30 p.m., but the calendar can change.
Apply and meet the deadline
Submit the request form or a letter clearly stating the subject and action requested. The final deadline is Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. before the scheduled meeting.
To appear in the full main agenda package, submit by 4:30 p.m. Monday two weeks before the meeting. Later accepted requests appear in the amended agenda issued Thursday before the meeting. Lobby staff at City Hall can help with a paper form.
Speaking limits and excluded subjects
Each speaker or delegation has at most five minutes, even if covering several subjects. Fifteen requests are placed before the hearing section. Come forward when called.
Council cannot take a delegation on a bylaw or permit subject to a scheduled or completed hearing, on a hearing item on the same agenda, or promoting commercial goods/services. Use the proper hearing or service route for those topics.
Key details at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Speaker maximum | Five minutes |
| Final request deadline | Tuesday before meeting, 6:30 p.m. |
| Main agenda deadline | Monday two weeks before meeting, 4:30 p.m. |
| COTW usual start | 9 a.m. |
| Evening Council usual start | 6:30 p.m.; calendar exceptions apply |
Steps to follow
- Read the agenda
Confirm the actual meeting and permitted topic.
- Submit subject and action
Meet the deadline for main or amended agenda.
- Prepare five-minute presentation
Follow the public meeting’s speaking order.
Named service locations
Maps use the official address or named site. They do not confirm a particular accessible entrance, current opening status or available parking.
Victoria City Hall
1 Centennial Square
The Public Service Centre is on the ground floor of City Hall. Payment service hours are weekdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding statutory holidays.
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Useful questions and answers
Is a verbal request enough to address council?
No. A previous written application is required.
What should my application explain?
The subject and action you want council to take.
How long may a speaker present?
Five minutes maximum.
Can I cover two topics for ten minutes?
No. Several subjects must still fit the five-minute limit.
What is the final request deadline?
6:30 p.m. Tuesday before the scheduled meeting.
What deadline puts it in the full main agenda?
4:30 p.m. Monday two weeks before the meeting.
Can staff help with a paper application?
Yes. The City Hall lobby ambassador can contact Legislative Services.
Why can a webcast go offline mid-meeting?
Council may be in a closed portion. Refresh and resume after the open portion returns.
Can I promote a commercial service as a delegation?
No. The council bylaw excludes commercial promotion.
Does no upcoming meetings always mean none are scheduled?
No. The page says that message can appear before an upcoming agenda is available.