Accommodation and Experience Providers

At Big Bus Vancouver / Westcoast Sightseeing, we are proud of our spectacular backyard and have been sharing it with visitors for 40 years! Explore, learn, and be amazed by the citys soaring skyscrapers, urban beaches, and coastal rainforests on our Hop-On, Hop-Off tour and fully Guided Tours complete with expert commentary and impeccable safety records. See spectacular landmarks including the sails of Canada Place, Stanley Park Rose Garden and the bustling Granville Island Market.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Penticton is within steps of the best adventures of Penticton and the South Okanagan. Our pet-friendly hotel within walking distance of the Cascades Casino and a multitude of fantastic restaurants, wineries, craft breweries, pubs and beaches. When you're done exploring the city come back to our stylish rooms & suites with plush bedding and thoughtful amenities offer the respite you need at the end of a day's journey.

The main venue for the Performing Arts in Trail is the beautiful Bailey Theatre. The Bailey hosts concerts, theatre, comedy and more from well-known acts like the Barenaked Ladies to smaller emerging talent such as Lisa Nicole. With a seating capacity of 721, the Theatre has an intimate atmosphere and all seats provide an excellent view of the stage. Smaller performances, events and meetings take place in the Muriel Griffiths Recital Room, next to the theatre, which holds 80-100 people.The Trail & District Arts Council programs many shows in these two venues, including four exciting series: Classical Series; Jazz at the Griff; Performing Arts Trail, and the Teck Family Series.

Founded in 1984 by Dutes and Laura Dutheil in Tlell, Haida Gwaii, Crystal Cabin Gallery began as a modest shop showcasing their handcrafted jewelry and art. Over the years, it has evolved into a renowned gallery featuring an extensive collection of Haida and Northwest Coast Indigenous art, including original paintings, carvings, and jewelry. Committed to supporting local artisans, we collaborate with over 30 Indigenous artists to celebrate and preserve the rich cultural heritage of the region. Our gallery also offers a diverse selection of crystals and gemstones, reflecting our founders' passion for mineral collecting and lapidary art. Nestled amidst the natural beauty of Haida Gwaii, Crystal Cabin Gallery continues to be a destination for those seeking authentic Indigenous art and unique geological treasures.

BC's Original Paddleboard Shop - Across from Kalamalka Beach and at the head of the Okanagan Rail Trail. Kalavida is BC's first paddleboard-focused shop and has played an important role in promoting the sport regionally and nationally. The Retail Shop is full of Paddleboards, gear, surf-inspired clothing, flops and more. The Rental Shop has Bike Rentals (E-Bike & Cruiser) and the largest fleet of paddleboards in the region. Head out for an amazing experience on Kalamalka Lake or Rent a bike for the Okanagan Rail Trail or Kalamalka Provincial Park - or both! Before or after your ride, visit the Rail Trail Cafe and historic Kal Beach Market located right next to the shop.

Capture the beauty of Vancouver Island and its wildlife with professional nature photographer Catherine Babault. Explore the coast, temperate rainforest, and alpine meadows in the greater Comox Valley area and up to north Vancouver Island. Reconnect with nature, hone your photography skills in the field and return home with compelling images. Photo tours and workshops are designed for photographers of all level. They are offered all year round, in English and French. Sign up for a group photo tour or workshop, or request a private one. We invite you to visit catherinebabault.com to learn more about tours and workshops, follow Catherine on Mastodon social network https://mastodon.social/@CatherineBabault and subscribe to her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@catherinebabault Catherine Babault Photography is committed to limit our impact on the unique ecosystems of Vancouver Island. We keep a respectful distance from wildlife, we avoid as much as possible to disturb the animals’ routine and we stay on designated trails.

Kekuli Cafe is a locally owned Aboriginal Cuisine Cafe Coffee shop! Serving everything on Bannock, with Bannock. Breakfast Served All day, Lunch & Dinner. Your gathering place for meetings, music, coffee groups & more.

Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site is an authentic representation of a once thriving community of canneries, boat yards, and residences, along the scenic shores of the Fraser River. Tour the oldest shipyard buildings in British Columbia, as you experience a bygone time when fishing and boatbuilding were flourishing industries on the Fraser River. Many of the buildings date back to 1885 and tell the stories of the diverse community of residents and workers in the historic fishing village of Steveston. The collection of heritage buildings has national value and was designated a National Historic Site in 1992.

In Valemount's original Railway Station from 1914, the Valemount & Area Museum showcases how the pioneers of the Robson Valley lived during the last century. Farming, forestry and fur fueled the economy. All of this is lovingly displayed by the Valemount Historic Society, descendants of those pioneers, whom opened the museum in 1992, after nearly 5 years of restoring and refurbishing. Trains, teachers, internment camps, outfitters, farmers, war heroes and more await your visit. The Annex outbuilding displays a magnificent collection of chainsaws and farming implements. Our caboose houses every tool you would need to maintain the tracks. The pièce de résistance is the train station itself with 3 floors of amazing displays. Entry by donation

Golden River Adventures offers Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) and Inflatable Kayak Tours in Golden, British Columbia. We offer two distinct tours: WAPTA FALLS WILD & SCENIC Today, we can travel these routes and imagine the hardships that must have been endured on these shorelines. mountain passes and trails. The result is one of the most unique tours in the Canadian Rockies, travelling historic trade route. This tour begins on the Beaver River and travels to the confluence of the Beaver and Kicking Horse Rivers. From there, in true Canadian fashion, participants engage in a short portage along one of the original portage routes of the Canadian West. Natives and explorers alike travelled these exact waterways and trails centuries ago. Highlights include paddling to the base of Wapta Falls, the Rockies most photographed waterfall. From there the trip continues down Class 1 Whitewater. Most of this tour occurs within Yoho National Parks, and at any point participants can glance up for sweeping views of Mount Chancellor, the Canadian Rockies peak over 10,000 feet that straddles the Western Flank of this world-renowned Mountain Range. The tour is 5 hours in length from start to finish, and departs daily at 10 AM The Wapta Falls Wild & Scenic Tour is offered Daily. With a maximum guide to participant ratio of 5:1, seating on this tour is very limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. PRICE = $129 PP CAD DOLLARS COLUMBIA VALLEY EXPLORER The Kicking Horse & Columbia River waterways through the town of Golden boast a historical significance to the Columbia area. With the stunning backdrop of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort and the the Purcell Mountain Range, this tour is shorter and more urban in nature than the Wild & Scenic Wapta Tour. We will see remnants of the old docks of a bygone area that were at one time a lifeline for the residents of golden to accessing goods. We will travel under the Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge, the longest covered timber bridge in Canada. Once we come to the terminus of the Kicking Horse River we will travel the Columbia River for a short while. This is a good time in the evening to catch a glimpse of black bears near the water's edge, although it is not guaranteed. With a guide ratio of 5:1 Reservations are strongly recommended. PRICE $65 PP CAD

Luxury Food Tours for VIP Experiences at Vancouver's Best Restaurants -- guided by Alexandra Gill, restaurant critic for the Globe and Mail, judge for Iron Chef Canada, the Chinese Restaurant Awards and Canada's 100 Best Restaurants

Come experience the thrill of Skydiving on Vancouver Island. Phenomenal views and the time of your life as you Tandem Skydive at Skydive Vancouver Island. You will be attached to one of our qualified instructors who will bring you from 3km in the sky up to 200 km/h down in freefall and then safely back to the ground. Our location in Nanoose Bay means your views on the way up and down are spectacular.

For those who desire to have fun outdoor experiences in a relaxed island setting, Bowen Island Adventures is a learning-based adventure company that provides unique activities and programs that share the wonders Bowen Island and the natural world have to offer.