Texaco Station operated by Alan Catt (donor's father) at the southeast corner of Esquimalt Road and Sturdee Street. It was later sold to Les Bakrud. The attached coffee bar was run by Dorothy and Mrs. Gammon.

Exterior shot of Esquimalt Meat Market in 1992, prior to closing for good. The market was a family business of the Young's for 80 years.

Coton's grocery store at 1209 Lyall Street in the 1950's. As of 2026, it is Howl Brewing!