Essa is a township in Ontario, Canada, west and south of the city of Barrie in Simcoe County.

Nearby CFB Borden brings a strong military presence to the area as well, including a high number of Francophone families.

Other small hamlets are Cedargrove, Colwell, Egbert, Elmgrove, Hoe Doe Valley, Ivy, Utopia and West Essa.

Angus is the largest community in Essa Township, and the main access to the neighbouring Canadian Forces Base Borden.

As of the 2022 election, the elected council members are:[5] Mayor: Sandie MacDonald Deputy Mayor: Michael Smith Councillors: Township of Essa Fire Department is a fire services staffed by full-time chief, Doug Burgin and deputy chief, Gary McNamara.