How to Visit the Southern Gulf Islands With an EV: Where to Plug In and Charge Up
Exploring the Southern Gulf Islands with an EV is not only feasible but also convenient. Thanks to our extensive network of over 30 public charging stations, your next trip here is well within range.
Water conservation in the Southern Gulf Islands
Through the summer, we have less water available and these shortages affect our communities. As a visitor, you can help by being mindful of your water usage, here’s how.
How to Leave no Trace in the Southern Gulf Islands
Consider it best to pack out all your garbage and recycling with you, but if you can’t, here’s how to properly dispose of your waste in each of the Southern Gulf Islands.
Pathways to Truth & Reconciliation: an Ally’s Guide to the Southern Gulf Islands
To fully understand, appreciate, and respect the lifestyle and environment that characterize our archipelago, we have to engage with their Indigenous heritage. Whether short-term visitors, long-term residents, or organizations, we all have a responsibility to learn.
Indigenous Place Names in the Southern Gulf Islands
SENĆOŦEN and Hul'q'umi'num names for places in the Southern Gulf Islands.
Six Ways to Steward the Salish Sea
Here are six ways you can steward marine ecosystems during your stay in the Southern Gulf Islands—because being water-aware is always where it’s at.
How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint When you Visit the Southern Gulf Islands
Reducing your carbon footprint doesn’t need to be at the expense of enjoying your trip. In fact, it can encourage you to try new activities, discover new places, sample different foods, and minimize waste.
7 Ways to be a Respectful Boater in the Southern Gulf Islands
The Southern Gulf Islands are an ideal destination for boaters but the region can only remain one of BC’s favourite boating destinations if boaters conduct themselves safely and responsibly, the natural landscape is preserved, and the wild residents of the Salish Sea are respected.
How to be a Regenerative Traveller in the Southern Gulf Islands
For those of us who live here on the Southern Gulf Islands, we take our stewardship of these sensitive ecosystems to heart. It’s part of our lifestyle and it’s what makes our islands so unique. It’s important that you take care too, when you visit.
Travel to Learn in the Territories of Coast Salish Peoples
We acknowledge that we work, live, and play in the unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples. When we genuinely acknowledge the history of a place before we visit, we open ourselves to a much richer travel experience.

