Winter
Winter on Vancouver Island is defined by a mild, rainy, and green climate, with average coastal temperatures ranging between 0℃ to 12℃. It is the wettest season, featuring lush landscapes, fewer crowds, and occasional, short-lived snow at lower elevations. While coastal areas see little snow, mountainous regions receive heavy snow for winter sports. Activities include storm watching on the west coast, hiking in rain-soaked forests, and skiing/snowboarding.
Ski & Snowshoe
Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Valhalla Pure Outfitters in Courtenay offers a wide range of outdoor gear including hiking, kayaking, skiing, and more. They carry top brands like Arc'teryx, Salomon, and more.
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Located in the Comox Valley, this resort offers skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, biking, and unique stays. Escape to higher elevations for a thrilling adventure.
Culture & History
Totem Tour Walk - City of Duncan
Discover the stories behind beautiful totem poles in Duncan, each representing unique cultural narratives and artistic traditions.
Artful: The Gallery
Artful: The Gallery showcases talented emerging and mid-career B.C. artists in downtown Courtenay. Explore a variety of art pieces in different styles and media, including the studio of artist Kristina Campbell.
Coastal Waves Fine Art
Port McNeill's hub for Vancouver Island art, featuring West Coast and North Island themed paintings available as originals or prints.
Courtenay & District Museum & Palaeontology Centre
Visitors explore marine fossil exhibits, book fossil tours, and discover the natural and cultural history of Comox Valley.
Chemainus Valley Museum
Discover the rich history and vibrant arts scene at Chemainus Valley Museum. Located in Chemainus, BC, the museum offers a fascinating journey through time.
Breweries
Lighthouse Brewing
Race Rocks Brewery offers a variety of craft beers, including the Race Rocks Amber Ale, Shipwreck IPA, Kapitan Czech Pilsner, and Tropical Storm Hazy IPA.
îLE SAUVAGE BREWING
Discover unique craft beers at îLE SAUVAGE BREWING, where island vibes meet exceptional brews.
Coal Creek Live Music Event
Join us for a lively music event featuring the 'doghouse band' Coal Creek on September 6th, 2026, from 3-6 PM.
Beach Fire Brewing
Beach Fire Brewing in Campbell River offers exceptional craft beers and a menu featuring locally sourced, delicious food. Enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere with award-winning brews.
Land & Sea Brewing Co.
Land & Sea Brewing Co. is a new addition to the craft beer scene in Comox, British Columbia, offering a unique selection of beers in a vibrant community.
Herald Street Brew Works
Herald Street Brew Works is a craft brewery in Victoria, BC, offering 'tank fresh' beer brewed with authenticity, quality, and passion.
Shopping
Crowfoot Collective
Indigenous Owned Business in Cowichan Bay offering handcrafted goods sourced locally and globally. Specializing in fair trade items, including an all-natural Apothecary line.
Artful: The Gallery
Artful: The Gallery showcases talented emerging and mid-career B.C. artists in downtown Courtenay. Explore a variety of art pieces in different styles and media, including the studio of artist Kristina Campbell.
Courtenay & District Museum & Palaeontology Centre
Visitors explore marine fossil exhibits, book fossil tours, and discover the natural and cultural history of Comox Valley.
Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Valhalla Pure Outfitters in Courtenay offers a wide range of outdoor gear including hiking, kayaking, skiing, and more. They carry top brands like Arc'teryx, Salomon, and more.
Janet Strayer Art
Janet Strayer Art showcases original contemporary paintings and mixed-media artworks in Abstract and Imaginatively Realistic styles. Explore her engaging art suitable for various moods and decors.
Indigenous Experiences
Crowfoot Collective
Indigenous Owned Business in Cowichan Bay offering handcrafted goods sourced locally and globally. Specializing in fair trade items, including an all-natural Apothecary line.
Best Western Tin Wis Resort Lodge
Tin Wis Resort Lodge in Tofino, Vancouver Island, offers exclusive oceanfront access on Mackenzie Beach. Enjoy a hospitality pioneer's care in a serene West Coast setting.
Totem Tour Walk - City of Duncan
Discover the stories behind beautiful totem poles in Duncan, each representing unique cultural narratives and artistic traditions.
Outer Shores Lodge
Outer Shores Lodge offers all-inclusive experiences with Outer Shores Expeditions for escape, relaxation, education, and connection. Enjoy a remarkable stay in Bamfield, BC.
Klahoose Coastal Adventures
Experience Indigenous Experiences with wildlife viewing, including Grizzly Bear watching during the annual salmon run in Toba Inlet. Discover the traditional territory of the Klahoose First Nation people.
Chef Shirley Lang
Chef Shirley Lang, a Cree-Metis Executive Private Chef, creates unique Indigenous globally inspired food with loving intention. Award-winning and acclaimed for her culinary expertise.
Wineries
Middle Mountain Mead
Middle Mountain Mead is an artisan honey winery that blends ancient traditions with modern techniques to craft small batches of exquisite mead.
Vivezza Vineyard
A family-owned boutique winery on Salt Spring Island, crafting exceptional wines from unique grape varieties for over 20 years.
Deep Cove Winery
Deep Cove Winery, a family-owned and operated establishment in North Saanich, produces hand-crafted wines aged to perfection. Nestled between Horth Hill Regional Park and Deep Cove Beach, the winery offers a serene atmosphere for wine enthusiasts.
Roost Vineyard Bistro, Farm Bakery & Winery
Roost Vineyard Bistro, Farm Bakery & Winery in Saanich, BC offers locally grown food and estate wines, with a focus on farm-to-table excellence.
Millstone Estate Winery
Handcrafted wines on a family vineyard in Nanaimo, BC. Enjoy unique coastal terroir wines.
Coastal Black Estate Winery
Coastal Black is a family-owned winery and cidery in Black Creek, BC, offering a variety of unique fruit wines, meads, and ciders.
Spa & Wellness
The Haven
The Haven on Gabriola Island offers a transformative experience on 7 acres of waterfront, focusing on personal growth through programs like the Come Alive program.
Villa Eyrie Resort
Rated as having one of the best views in Canada, Villa Eyrie Resort offers a stunning location in British Columbia. Perched atop Malahat Mountain, it provides breathtaking views of Finlayson Arm, Olympic Mountains, and Mount Baker.
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre
Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre in Parksville offers spa, wellness, and luxurious hotel accommodations. Located at 1155 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC.
Pacific Shores Resort
Pacific Shores Resort in Nanoose Bay offers a peaceful retreat by the bay. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and stunning ocean views.
Hollyhock
Hollyhock is a renowned retreat center offering immersive programs in personal growth, leadership, and social innovation. Guests can reconnect with nature and themselves through wisdom teachings, health and healing, and creative expression.
Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa
Located in a coastal forest on Vancouver Island, Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa offers stunning ocean and mountain views. Indulge in spa treatments inspired by the sea and enjoy exquisite West Coast cuisine at Ocean7 Restaurant.
Culinary Experiences
Outer Shores Lodge
Outer Shores Lodge offers all-inclusive experiences with Outer Shores Expeditions for escape, relaxation, education, and connection. Enjoy a remarkable stay in Bamfield, BC.
Tofino Food Tours
Tofino Food Tours offers a unique culinary experience in Tofino, guiding you through the best places to eat and introducing you to the local culture and attractions. Let them make your vacation planning stress-free!
A Taste of Victoria Food Tours
Embark on an award-winning 2-hour walking tour in Victoria, B.C. Indulge in 6-7 local tastings at iconic stops like Fan Tan Alley and Bastion Square.
Chef Shirley Lang
Chef Shirley Lang, a Cree-Metis Executive Private Chef, creates unique Indigenous globally inspired food with loving intention. Award-winning and acclaimed for her culinary expertise.
Off The Eaten Track
Off The Eaten Track is the original Victoria food tour company, offering unique guided tours showcasing the best local flavors. Enjoy walking tours with stories, history, and exclusive discounts.
True Grain Organic Craft Bakery
True Grain is a one-stop shop in BC offering a variety of organic ancient grains and heritage wheat, including Einkorn, Emmer, Khorasan, Spelt, Rye, and Red Fife. From stone-milled organic flours to artisan pasta and True Grain cookies, we have it all!
Restaurants
Wickaninnish Inn
The Wickaninnish Inn offers magnificent views of the open ocean against old-growth forest. Services include wildlife viewing, fishing, ocean sports, and cultural experiences.
Pirate Chips
Pirate Chips in Nanaimo is a fully licensed family restaurant, offering gluten-free options and fresh local seafood. Enjoy the famous deep-fried Nanaimo bar!
Inn at Laurel Point
Stay at Inn at Laurel Point in downtown Victoria for stunning views of the Inner Harbour. The hotel offers 200 water and garden view rooms, event spaces, and an award-winning restaurant. As a social enterprise and the first carbon-neutral hotel in British Columbia, they prioritize caring for their team, community, and the environment.
Vivezza Vineyard
A family-owned boutique winery on Salt Spring Island, crafting exceptional wines from unique grape varieties for over 20 years.
Chef Shirley Lang
Chef Shirley Lang, a Cree-Metis Executive Private Chef, creates unique Indigenous globally inspired food with loving intention. Award-winning and acclaimed for her culinary expertise.
Villa Eyrie Resort
Rated as having one of the best views in Canada, Villa Eyrie Resort offers a stunning location in British Columbia. Perched atop Malahat Mountain, it provides breathtaking views of Finlayson Arm, Olympic Mountains, and Mount Baker.
Spirits & Distilleries
Misguided Spirits Craft Distillery
Discover small-batch spirits at Misguided Spirits Craft Distillery, nestled in Vancouver Island. From award-winning vodkas to aromatic gins, each sip tells the story of the island's natural bounty.
Tofino Distillery
Experience premium, Certified Organic spirits inspired by Tofino's Coastal Rainforest. Visit our tasting room or shop online for a taste of the Pacific.
Arbutus Distillery
Craft distillery in Nanaimo, B.C., producing unique, flavour-forward spirits and cocktails. Visit the Tasting Lounge for tastings, bottle sales, and weekend cocktail service.
Victoria Distillers
Victoria Distillers in Sidney, BC, crafts top-quality handmade spirits, including award-winning gins. Retail space open for tastings.
Merridale Cidery & Distillery
BC’s oldest estate cidery and first craft distillery. Sustainably crafting exceptional cider and spirits on our Cowichan Farm. Orchard-to-glass ciders, award-winning spirits, farm-to-table cuisine, seasonal events, and more.
Stormwatching
Wickaninnish Inn
The Wickaninnish Inn offers magnificent views of the open ocean against old-growth forest. Services include wildlife viewing, fishing, ocean sports, and cultural experiences.
Outer Shores Lodge
Outer Shores Lodge offers all-inclusive experiences with Outer Shores Expeditions for escape, relaxation, education, and connection. Enjoy a remarkable stay in Bamfield, BC.
Bostrom’s Bed & Breakfast
Oceanfront B&B offering amazing amenities like hot tub, sauna, fire pit, games room, and gourmet breakfasts. Enjoy stunning ocean views and outdoor activities.
Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Valhalla Pure Outfitters in Courtenay offers a wide range of outdoor gear including hiking, kayaking, skiing, and more. They carry top brands like Arc'teryx, Salomon, and more.
Long Beach Lodge Resort
Discover the Long Beach Lodge Resort on Cox Bay, offering breathtaking ocean views and award-winning cuisine sourced from local, sustainable ingredients. Enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere in our Great Room and SandBar Bistro, perfect for a relaxing getaway or exciting adventure at the Surf Club Adventure Centre.
Wild Pacific Trail Society
Explore the stunning 9km+ trail in Ucluelet, BC, with ocean views and ancient rainforest. Wheelchair accessible at Lighthouse Loop.
Surfing
Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Valhalla Pure Outfitters in Courtenay offers a wide range of outdoor gear including hiking, kayaking, skiing, and more. They carry top brands like Arc'teryx, Salomon, and more.
Long Beach Lodge Resort
Discover the Long Beach Lodge Resort on Cox Bay, offering breathtaking ocean views and award-winning cuisine sourced from local, sustainable ingredients. Enjoy a warm and inviting atmosphere in our Great Room and SandBar Bistro, perfect for a relaxing getaway or exciting adventure at the Surf Club Adventure Centre.
Sea Otter Lodge
Sea Otter Lodge is a hand-crafted coastal lodge located on a private 7-acre island in Kyuquot, British Columbia. Offering all-inclusive kayak fishing holidays and customizable wilderness experiences, it's the perfect destination for adventurers seeking genuine hospitality and luxury in the wild.
