Darwin Robinson was born in Parry Sound and came to Esquimalt with the Royal Canadian Navy. Following a career of 39 years, he retired in 1995. He is married to the former Sherri Smith, they have four children. Mr. Robinson was a member of Municipal Council from 1979-1985, and was Mayor from 2003 to 2005.

Arthur Young was born Oct. 23, 1923. He was a longtime resident of Esquimalt, B.C., where he received his education at Lampson St. School. He and two brothers operated the Esquimalt Meat Market, which was established by their father in 1912. Art Young served Esquimalt as alderman (1968-1970) and mayor (1970-1980).

Art provided an oral history in 1990. A transcription can be viewed/obtained from the Esquimalt Municipal Archives.