Explore Vancouver Island

We encourage you to come a few days before the convention and stay after to explore the Beautiful Vancouver Island. www.hellobc.com/places-to-go/vancouver-island/

Enjoy Vancouver Island golf courses, a vast array of golfing options, from mountain-top fairways to oceanside courses, from city clubs to world-class destination golf resorts.

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Visit Victoria: This beautiful city finds itself nestled between the tranquil waters of the Salish Sea and the mighty rainforests of Vancouver Island. Enjoy scenic harbour strolls, historical sites, coastal cuisine. Visit famous Butchart Gardens must-see oasis, growing in Victoria, British Columbia for over 100 years. www.tourismvictoria.com/

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Visit the Gulf Islands:

Southern Gulf Islands https://southerngulfislands.com/

Salt Spring Island https://www.saltspringtourism.com/

Hornby island https://hornbyisland.com/

And many others https://vancouverisland.com/things-to-do-and-see/attractions/island-hopping/

Logging Sign

Remember to share the roads with our logging trucks!

Botanical Beach

Rich tidal pools, a shoreline full of life, and fantastic geological features attract visitors to Botanical Beach, northwest of Victoria.

Victoria Harbour Water Taxi

Victoria’s iconic water taxis. Anyone who has been to Victoria can’t help but notice the tubby little green or yellow boats that zigzag back and forth across the inner harbour. These water taxis are a fun way to see Victoria ‘s waterfront, from the inner Harbour of downtown Victoria up under the Johnson and Bay Street bridges to the quiet Gorge Waterway. The pickle boats, as they are also known, are also a great way to taxi from watering hole to watering hole.

Coombs Village

A popular stopping point for tourists on the way to the west coast, the little village of Coombs is dotted with several heritage buildings, small gift and craft shops and antique stores. Coombs is also known for the family of goats nimbly grazing on the grass rooftop of the Coombs Old Country Market.

Floating Homes

Floating homes are draped in an aura of magic-where water reflections dance on the ceiling, lamps sway gently with the waves, and the scenery is ever changing. Multicoloured like a gypsy caravan, accented by eclectic décor, and blending with the natural environment, floating homes portray a romantic and free-spirited lifestyle.

Duncan Community Centre

NATURALLY, THE WORLDS LARGEST HOCKEY stick and puck is found in, where else, Canada.

The Cowichan Community Centre, in Duncan on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, boasts the largest hockey stick and puck in the world.

Victoria Parliament Buildings

The Parliament Buildings are home to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia where elected representatives – called Members of the Legislative Assembly or MLAs – meet to shape the future of the province by debating and passing the laws that govern British Columbia.

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Cowichan Bay

Cowichan Bay is a unique and historic waterfront community on southern Vancouver Island. Perfect for those who love the ocean and a focus on community.

As you wander along Cowichan Bay Road you will smell fresh-baking bread wafting out onto the colourful street. The ocean is in plain view as you stroll in and out of jewelry shops and artist studios. Grab a bite at one of the many local restaurants and then walk off your meal along the fishing dock. This is the slower pace. This is the Cowichan Bay lifestyle.

Forestry harvesting cycle

In BC, working forests are harvested and replanted to ensure that the new trees are able to grow unencumbered, replacing those trees that were harvested.

Genoa Bay

Genoa Bay is a quiet and picturesque bay on the north side of Cowichan Bay, at the south end of Sansum Narrows on Southern Vancouver Island. Located in the North Cowichan Valley near Duncan and Maple Bay, Genoa Bay offers a quiet and relaxed way of life.

Genoa Bay Cafe

One of the most unique dining experiences you will ever have!

Chemainus Murals

Chemainus’ claim to fame are the numerous and beautiful outdoor murals that you’ll find all over town! Look for the ‘footprints’ on the sidewalks that guide you to them … although they’re easy to spot without following them!

Seafood in Sidney

Fish Market in Sidney. You'll wish you were heading home to a gourmet kitchen!

Avatar Grove

Massive trees will take your breath away in this enchanted forest.

Old Steam Donkey

This old steam donkey is on display at the Sooke Museum.

China Beach

hina Beach is located along the Strait of Juan de Fuca and is a sandy beach that is great for walking and enjoying the ocean-like scenery. There are many views looking across the Strait towards the state of Washington and marine wildlife can sometimes be spotted, such as orcas or seals.

Port Renfrew

Avatar Grove

Vancouver Hoo-Hoo Club #48

Explore Vancouver Island