Victoria, BC– The Capital Regional District (CRD) is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Director Lillian Szpak, who died over the weekend.
Director Szpak was a dedicated and highly respected member of the CRD Board and Langford City Council. Throughout her time with the CRD, she brought passion, integrity, and a strong commitment to public service. Her contributions helped shape important work that continues to benefit communities across the region.
Director Szpak dedicated herself to the region through many leadership roles since 2004 including as a member of the Regional Water Supply Commission, where she served two terms as Chair, and as a Director of the CRD Board since 2022. One of Lillian’s strongest passions at CRD was the Regional Parks Service, and over the past eighteen months she served as the Regional Parks Committee Vice-Chair.
Her leadership and steady presence reflected a deep care for community well-being, environmental stewardship, and a forward-thinking approach to regional governance and planning. Director Szpak’s passing is a significant loss for the CRD and for the region she served so passionately. She will be greatly missed by all those who had the privilege to work with her.
In recognition of Director Szpak’s passing and in honour of her contributions to the region, the flag at CRD headquarters will be flown at half mast.
The CRD extends its deepest condolences to Director Szpak’s family, friends, and colleagues. She will be greatly missed.
City of Langford Honours the Life and Service of Councillor Lillian Szpak - City of Langford
The CRD delivers regional, sub-regional and local services to 13 municipalities and three electoral areas on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Governed by a 24-member Board of Directors, the CRD works collaboratively with First Nations and government partners to enable sustainable growth, foster community well-being, and develop cost-effective infrastructure while continuing to provide core services to residents throughout the region. Visit us online at www.crd.ca.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Andy Orr, Senior Manager
CRD Corporate Communications & Engagement
Tel: 250.360.3229
Cell: 250.216.5492
