Prince of Whales has been providing exciting, educational whale-watching experiences in the beautiful Salish Sea since 1993. Come down to the inner harbour and see why We’re Victoria’s choice!

Golf for Kids started out in 1997 with a desire to raise money to help one little girl who needed a hand. The tournament raised over $14,000 that year and through the unrelenting commitment of organizers, sponsors, donors, golfers, partners, and volunteers, Golf for Kids has grown to become one of BC’s premier fundraising events each year. The 2021 Golf for Kids Charity Classic marked our 23rd year raising money and awareness for BC kids in need and their families. And we’re not done yet!

Developing and promoting the Canadian audiovisual industry Our mandate - To foster and promote the development of the audiovisual industry in Canada. Our vision - Telefilm and Canada, Partner of Choice. Our driving goal - Bringing Canadian creativity to the world. A proud champion of Canadian talent and stories, at home and abroad, Telefilm has been at the heart of the Canadian audiovisual industry for more than half a century.

The Canada Council for the Arts is Canada’s public arts funder, with a mandate to “foster and promote the study and enjoyment of, and the production of works in, the arts.”

Creative BC brings a strategic and integrated approach to the growth and development of the province's creative industries.

The CRD plays a key role in providing services that can be delivered efficiently and effectively through region-wide or shared service delivery models. These include the regional water supply, solid waste,wastewater treatment, regional parks, housing, 911 call answer, and recreation facilities. With more than 200 service, infrastructure and financing agreements with municipalities and electoral areas, the CRD delivers services in the following categories: regional, where all municipalities and electoral areas are served sub-regional, where two or more jurisdictions are served local, in the electoral areas where the CRD is the local government In addition, the CRD owns and operates the Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC), a nonprofit provider of 1,418 affordable rental units within seven municipalities, and administers the Capital Regional Hospital District (CRHD). The CRHD invests in traditional health care services and provides capital funding for health care infrastructure, such as health facilities and hospital equipment.

Capital City of British Columbia Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, on the homelands of the Songhees and Esquimalt People, Victoria is a forward- thinking, active community. The city is home to a dynamic, thriving economy and vibrant arts and culture scene, with an unparalleled natural environment enjoyed by residents and visitors. It’s a place where sustainability, health and well-being are the cornerstones of creating a prosperous future.

The BC Arts Council (BCAC) was created in 1995 as an agency of the Province of British Columbia under the Arts Council Act. The BCAC nurtures and supports arts and cultural activity in communities across British Columbia. From community arts in rural and urban centres, to individual artists, professional performing arts companies, Indigenous artists and cultural organizations, art galleries, local museums and music festivals – BCAC supports a range of activities while engaging with artists and communities to inform policies and programs.

B.C.'s elected leaders and public servants are here to serve the citizens of B.C. and they're held accountable for their actions and decisions that impact residents. Learn about the different government bodies, the people that staff them and the work that they do.

Victoria Film Festival's host hotel partner. Only 5 minutes’ walk from the Inner Harbour, the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria offers a restaurant and bar on site. A mini market provides additional convenience. Free WiFi is available.

Passionately Delivering Exceptional Experiences Cineplex is a leading Canadian company that operates in the Film Entertainment and Content, Amusement and Leisure, and Media sectors. It offers a unique escape through its theatres and entertainment venues, and is a joint venture partner in Scene+, Canada’s largest entertainment loyalty program. It also runs successful businesses in digital commerce, food service, cinema media, digital place-based media and amusement solutions.

Multiplex movie theater with a conical glass-roofed foyer, snack counter & reclining seats at the corner of Blanshard and Yates in Downtown Victoria.

A family-owned and operated development and real estate investment firm, we specialize in commercial rentals to small businesses and in community-focused residential developments. People are at the forefront of who we are and what we do, and we’re proud to play an important role in developing strong, vibrant communities.

KWENCH is a full-service work and culture club for multi-hyphenates, creatives, and ambitious thinkers and doers who seek more. Our beautifully designed 25,000 sqft co-working club provides office space, events and services to support balanced, happy humans lead engaged and inspired lives. KWENCH is a place to seek Knowledge, Wellness, Experiences, Novelty, Curiosity and Connection to foster Healthy and Happy lives. Hence we are called KWENCH!

We are a locally-owned and operated restaurant group that strives to showcase what’s local and seasonal by utilizing the ingredients produced by our sustianable 10 acre farm. Our farm, located in North Saanich, just 20 minutes from our downtown locations, provides our guests with a locally focsued culinary experience. We are dedicated to presenting thoughtful, innovative, creative and delicious dishes at each of our unique dining locations by showcasing the high- quality, seasonal ingredients from the 10 Acres farm and other local suppliers. 10 Acres Farm & Restaurants offers 4 unique dining locations to chose from; 2 in the busy hub of downtown Victoria, and 2 in the quaint seaside town of Sidney. With 4 unique dining locations you can choose the location & type of experience that best suits your culinary desires.

Spinnakers is the Oldest Brewpub in Canada. It opened for business May 15, 1984! Island Made. Spinnakers has always believed that the measure of a good pub is in its ability to serve a good meal along with a good pint. Over the last 31 years, we have always supported farm to table eating, and have partnered with over 35 local farmers and producers who supply us with fresh, local foods all year long. We seek ingredients with good stories behind them, and our team brings it all together with their passion to make Spinnakers an authentic taste of Vancouver Island. It is the abundance of healthy, delicious food available in our part of the world that inspired Spinnakers to embrace the local food movement before it became a movement. Our commitment to the food of Southern Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and our surrounding waters shines through in everything we do. At Spinnakers we are proud to be an icon of local sustainability. Consistently voted: Best of Victoria by Newsgroup reader polls, Best Pub by Victoria chapter of Campaign for Real Ale, Best Pub food by EAT Magazine, and Fodor’s choice for Victoria accommodations.

Fol Epi Bakery offers the best in craft baking. With a contemporary approach to classic french influenced breads and pastries we source the finest organically grown ingredients, carefully handled by our skilled bakers to develop outstanding flavours, textures and aromas. Our pastry shop stocks a full line of pastries, cakes, pies and gelato made with local fruit, as well as high quality chocolate and spices from around the world to satisfy all your sweet cravings. Our café offers some of the best coffee and tea in the city and a variety of sandwiches assembled with combinations of local produce and cheeses, house made smoked and cured meats, wild seafood, pickles and spreads prepared fresh throughout the day. Our breads are made from organic Red Fife wheat stone milled on site. We use a wild yeast culture for most of our breads and bake with a wood fired brick oven. For your picnic or relaxing dinner at home, our house made charcouterie and fresh baguettes are a great way to start - Sometimes it's the whole meal!

Located below street level and open from 5pm-2am every night, The Mint provides a habitat for comfort and interchange much needed on the inner city frontier. We look forward to being a part of your next urban experience.

Excellent food, top notch service and unrivaled views of the harbour. Our facility is located on the waters edge, right across from the Fairmont Empress. We offer large portion sizes, large selection of items, quality and good value. Milestones has familiar food with a unique twist.

Fresh ingredients make up your HUGE salad or EPIC sandwiches at the only local place where you can find 8 handmade soups which change daily. In store all of our suppliers are LOCAL. The smell of Victoria's Best Soup Restaurant will have you craving for our incredible Chili or local's favourite Chicken Stew, just like the inside of Momma's pot pie! Too hot for soup and sandwiches? Get a scoop ice cream with lots of toppings in a waffle cone. Prefer to build the biggest sandwich you've ever seen? Come on in! Meat, vegan, veggie and gluten friendly options in everything we do every day. #lovefromsoupa #whatwilltheydonext

At Hey Happy we love people, we love creativity and most of all we LOVE coffee. Our coffees are treated with respect and an uncompromising touch. Here, coffee isn’t just a commodity. At Hey Happy we treat it as it truly is, a beverage every bit as complex and profound as the finest wines and spirits in the world. It’s all in the details. The roasters with whom we work; the local businesses with whom we partner. From our house made cashew milk to our famous signature drinks. Design and atmosphere. Jazz and funk. It's in the details. And it's these details that blend together seamlessly to create the sensory experience that is Hey Happy.

Proudly serving our customers since 1999. From the food to the surroundings, you will feel the warmth of The Sol. Located on the waterfront of the Selkirk and Gorge waterways, we have a large, covered, south-facing, outdoor patio surrounded by climbing vines and interesting views. Inspired by the colors of Mexico, come in and enjoy the restaurant from the sunny yellow and deep burgundy walls to the warm wood details and the vibrant paintings by local artists Luis Merino & Brandy Saturley. ​ For you cyclists, we have bike racks and a great place to stop for a quick drink and bite to eat.

Delectable cookies, donuts & more…New flavours every week!

Dirty Laundry Vineyard is an award-winning Kelowna winery known for its cheeky attitude and excellent Okanagan wine. Our unique, fun-filled atmosphere make us one of the most popular wineries in Summerland. Open seven days a week come by to dine at our winery restaurant with sweeping views of the vineyard and Okanagan valley. Craving our Okanagan wine year-round? Join our BC Wine Club. At Dirty Laundry Vineyard, you can expect FOOD & DRINK, live entertainment, excellent wine tasting and exciting wine events. We have it all.

Barrelhouse Brine was formed with foodies in mind, sharing a passion for premium unique pickled experiences. We enthusiastically search for and partner with small family-owned farms on Vancouver Island to grow the fresh ‘100mile‘ heritage produce found in each hand-packed and numbered jar. We love making people happy doing what we love to do. To make a truly great pickle only takes a few simple ingredients, fresh organically grown produce, fantastic salt, the right vinegar and a little culinary talent.

For more than ten years, Victoria Distillers has been producing some of Canada’s finest handmade spirits. Our unique waterfront location in Sidney, British Columbia, houses the copper pot stills that produce our range of spirits – most notably, our award-winning gins.

Q at the Empress, located in the most storied room in Victoria, is a must-visit culinary experience. The Pacific Northwest cuisine is based on regional ingredients, partnerships with local farmers and artisans, and utilizes our own chef’s herb and vegetable garden to ensure a fresh and unique meal.

Quesava - globally inspired, made locally in Vancouver BC. Quesava makes only delicious, good-for-you foods from a simple list of ethically sourced, minimally processed ingredients that travel the shortest distance possible. Because we believe that what’s good for you is good for your tribe and your planet. We share our love with globally inspired foods that just about everyone can eat. Deliciously simple, mostly plants and free from gluten, GMOs, additives, preservatives, trans-fats and refined sugars.

Sonora Mexican Fusion Grill was founded by a team of like-minded foodies; a group of friends who have always liked to eat, drink, and create amazing food together. Our hobby quickly led us to opening this Mexican Restaurant, a place where people from all over Victoria can meet to enjoy our special dishes and comfortable atmosphere. Sonora is a state in Mexico well known for their delicious meats, with our menu we’ve included a selection of mouth-watering steaks seared and served on Himalayan salt bricks. Choose from a variety of tacos served on handmade corn tortillas made fresh daily. Taste our rich sauces made with toasted chillies, fresh salsas, and house made beans. We hope to leave you smiling and satisfied with a little taste of Mexico!

We’re on a mission to sweeten your day with ooey, gooey cinnamon rolls that will make your mouth water and your taste buds smile. With over 20 unique frosting flavors and a variety of fresh and decadent toppings, we’re not your typical cinnamon roll dessert shop — we’re a cinnamon roll experience! All of our products are made with the highest quality ingredients, and are 100% plant-based, dairy & lactose-free, egg-free, and cholesterol-free.

Ooh La La Cupcakes Inc. is a local female-owned and operated boutique cupcake and cake bakery located in Victoria, BC, Canada. For years we've been central to so many wonderful celebrations. Our customers have come to expect the finest, most creative cakes and cupcakes imaginable from us. Our team of bakers, artists and front-line happiness consultants are all determined to make your event, celebration, dessert, or impulse craving, the best it can possibly be.

The Joint creates hand crafted pizza using the finest ingredients. We pay special attention to our customers and needs, including gluten-free diets and dairy free options.

Kahuna was born out of a love and passion for the Hawaiian Islands, its concept of Ohana (meaning family) and a love for Hawaiian food. We feel there is a rhythm brought to life through a connection with the earth and water that is forged when living on an island. We strive to help spread that positive, life-affirming energy by making our customers excited to experience our food, our service, and our love of family on beautiful Vancouver Island. Here, the spirit of Aloha is alive and thriving!

MAiiZ Tortillas are impeccable quality tortillas made with Volcanic Stone-Ground Certified Organic Corn grown in Armstrong BC. Chef Israel Alvarez Molina has adapted the traditional Mesoamerican Nixtamal process to suit BC Corn, resulting in a tortilla that is both unique and a taste of home. The Nixtamal process increases the body’s ability to absorb the nutrients present in the corn as well as increasing the calcium value of the corn itself. Making our Tortillas from FRESH Masa means that the tortillas have a beautiful elasticity and texture that hold up to the juiciest salsas while having a flavour so bright that they are delicious all on their own.

Family owned & operated colorful, low-key eatery specialising in vegan & gluten-free-friendly Thai food.

Island Savings is a premier provider of banking and investment services for residents and businesses throughout Vancouver Island and the Southern Gulf Islands. As a division of First West Credit Union, B.C.'s third-largest credit union with 46 branches throughout the province, Island Savings brings innovative products, an extensive branch network and local decision making to the banking experience. For more information on Island Savings, visit www.islandsavings.ca

Traveling to VFF from the island and beyond? Make your ride more convenient, affordable, and sustainable with car-sharing! Pick one of Modo's shared daily drives, hybrids or EVs and ride worry-free with the all-included insurance, gas and even few dedicated parking spots. Not a member yet? Sign up using the code VFFCARSHARE and get $50 free drive time to help you start.

Grüezi, Bonjour, Buongiorno, Bun di! Dear friends of Switzerland My team and I welcome you to the website of the Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver. It is our pleasure to represent the interests of Switzerland and of the Swiss citizens in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Yukon and Northwest Territories. In this context, all consular services are offered at our counters. A broad range of information on consular issues, administrative procedures, as well as opening hours and contacts in case of emergency are available to Swiss citizens and friends of Switzerland through the respective links on this website. We also actively encourage exchanges in areas such as trade and investment, innovation, education, science, tourism, culture and environment. Besides this webpage, you can find us on Facebook where we publish daily news on Switzerland and inform about Swiss events taking place in Western Canada. Please "like" and "follow" us. I look forward to contributing to the further development of the relations between Switzerland and Canada and, most importantly, to the various encounters with the Swiss community, a significant player in the promotion of Swiss values throughout the consular district and beyond. Should you have any questions or suggestions, do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you for your visit Andreas Rufer Consul General of Switzerland in Vancouver

The first Monk Office opened its doors in 1951 in Victoria, run by Mr. Charlie Monk who later sold the business to Ron McKenzie. It’s been in the family ever since, growing to 8 locations across Vancouver Island including a Head Office and Distribution Center in Victoria.

Depuis 20 ans, la Tournée Québec Cinéma propulse le cinéma québécois d’un océan à l’autre faisant d’elle la plus importante activité de rayonnement de notre 7e art à travers le Canada. Consciente que la plupart des communautés francophones du pays n’ont pas accès aux films québécois, franco-canadiens et autochtones sur grand écran, la Tournée bonifie la programmation de festivals existants et enrichit l’offre culturelle des communautés francophones hors Québec. Plusieurs artistes se joignent à l’aventure, créant ainsi un lieu de rencontres privilégiées avec les francophones et francophiles amoureux du cinéma d’ici. For 20 years, the Quebec Cinema Tour has propelled Quebec cinema from coast to coast, making it the most important outreach activity for our 7th art across Canada. Aware that most French-speaking communities in the country do not have access to Quebec, French-Canadian and Indigenous films on the big screen, the Tour enhances the programming of existing festivals and enriches the cultural offer of French-speaking communities outside Quebec. Several artists join the adventure, thus creating a privileged meeting place with Francophones and Francophiles who love local cinema.

We are an integrated developer, owner and manager of premium commercial real estate in Victoria, BC. We provide our clients with market-leading space solutions through responsive management services and an unwavering commitment to high quality construction and maintenance practices. We are deeply rooted in the Victoria community and take a long-term approach to everything we do.

The Directors Guild of Canada, B.C. District Council (DGC BC) represents the creative and logistical personnel in the film and television industry in British Columbia. The DGC BC Collective Agreement covers the categories of Director, 2nd Unit Director, Production & Unit Manager, plus those employed in the various Assistant Director and Locations Departments.

What do Friedrich Nietzsche, the Brothers Grimm and Nosferatu all have in common? They all have Germanic roots. Germanic studies let you build language proficiency, explore new cultures and worldviews and even study or work in a German-speaking country.

The Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) is a not-for-profit association, incorporated by an Act of Parliament. Founded in 1901, the CMPA emerged from a need for physicians to work together to support their physician colleagues. The CMPA’s tag line, Empowering Better Healthcare, underscores our enduring commitment to assist members in reducing their medical-legal risk and to contribute to improvements in the safety of care. The CMPA By-law establishes the rules that guide the conduct of the Association's affairs. The CMPA is governed by an elected council of 30 practising physicians representing specific geographical areas of Canada, as well as various clinical practices. The council is responsible for overseeing the business of the Association and to direct management concerning operational matters. The CMPA's long-held tenet of mutuality means the CMPA has a responsibility to its members, and members have a responsibility to each other and the CMPA to practise in a manner consistent with the values of the medical profession. Through this mutual commitment, the CMPA provides effective medical liability protection and offers real value to physicians. Learn more about what we do.

GARDENWORKS is a collection of unique, BC owned community garden centres offering a wide selection of beautiful plants, garden supplies, pottery & home décor as well as expert advice. We are driven to create an inspired experience for our guests. At GARDENWORKS we connect guests to nature, to growing beauty and harmony in gardens, homes and communities. Connecting people to our natural world, we inspire our guests to create greener, healthier and more vibrant communities.

In 1988, the Centre for Asia-Pacific Initiatives (CAPI) became the first Senate-approved research centre at the University of Victoria. Recognizing the importance of the Asia-Pacific region to Canada, the concept of a centre focusing on Asia-Pacific issues was given financial support by the Dorothy and David Lam Foundation, the Federal Secretary of State and the Provincial Government of British Columbia. Since its inception, CAPI has acted as a vital link between the University of Victoria and the Asia–Pacific region, providing programming and research initiatives that have brought together scholars from the Asia-Pacific region with those from UVic. Over three decades later, the Asia-Pacific region not only continues to of importance to Canada, but has grown in its significance.

Passion Sports Custom Our team comes to work every day with the shared goal of becoming Canada's most trusted custom apparel supplier. We are constantly looking to improve our customer service, our ordering processes, and our production abilities to better serve our customers across Canada.

Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites Locally Owned and Operated since 1975 For many, the best way to experience our unique harbour city is to stay in the heart of downtown. The place to feel that Victoria vibe is right here at our locally owned and operated hotel. By remaining an independent property, we stay true to our founder, Mr. Clive Piercy`s wish to treat every guest with personal attention that is hard to find elsewhere. Being authentically local also means supporting and promoting our farmers, fisherman, businesses and our arts community in our daily service to our visitors. Experience the best of Victoria through a truly local hotel.

Robbins got its start back in 1958 when Jack Robbins, an entrepreneur at heart, founded our company as a small, one-lot business. Since then, we’ve grown to become Vancouver Island’s largest parking solutions provider, with more than 250 lots spanning all the way from Comox in the north to Victoria in the south. And even though our company has experienced incredible growth and development since those early days, four key values have always stayed the same: to offer property owning clients unique, customized parking solutions; to provide lot visitors with superior levels of customer service; to operate our business under the highest standards of professionalism and integrity; and to support and give back to our communities.

Pedersen's is committed to offering exceptional service and the highest quality rental product to events of all sizes. We provide service that exceeds expectations, innovative rental items, and expertise to help you celebrate in style.

The National Film Board of Canada is Canada's public film and digital media producer and distributor. An agency of the Government of Canada, the NFB produces and distributes documentary films, animation, web documentaries, and alternative dramas.

Founded in 2007, on Vancouver Island, Fernwood is a result of many journeys off the beaten path, carefully roasted by obsessive coffee professionals. Journeys that bring you coffee from the far corners of the world, high elevations and independent farms. A true testament to the ways of the Pacific Northwest adventure seekers.

BC’s First Private TV Station Celebrates 60 Years in Broadcasting At 5pm on December 1, 1956 CHEK-TV, B.C.’s first privately owned television station and affiliate of the CBC network, hit the airwaves. Over the next six decades, the station’s identity, logo design and network affiliations changed numerous times, until in September of 2009, CHEK became North America’s first and only employee-owned television station. In the last 60-years the evolution of CHEK has come full circle. Live television of the past gave way to film, videotape and satellite feeds, only to find its way back to the energy and spontaneity of ‘live’ news broadcasts. Throughout the station’s incredible history it has continued to produced popular local programs relevant to viewers on Vancouver Island. Most of the station-produced programs in the early days were primarily entertainment shows such as the TV House Party Show in 1956, the Ida Clarkson Show from 1962 to 1991 and Club 6 where local teens could come and try the latest dance moves every afternoon ‘live’ in the CHEK studio located on Epsom Drive in Victoria. From the days of CHEK-TV’s founding father Charlie White to the present-day employee-owners, CHEK has a rich legacy of producing local news, weather and sports as well as information programming including the current crop of productions like Cookin’ on The Coast hosted by Garrett Schack, The Wealthy Life with Sybil Verch, Trend with Amy McGeachy and of course the time-honoured CHEK Around with Gordie Tupper, to highlight just a few. Over the past six decades, CHEK has grown to meet the ever-changing needs of advertisers and audiences. Gone are the days of live commercials, where the message was more important than the length. Today, CHEK’s award winning Creative Services department captures an advertiser’s message in a precise highly-crafted, 30 or 15 second spot that is often complimented by on-line advertising. CHEK has been part of the fabric of the communities it serves since 1956, and continues to provide viewers with compelling and comprehensive news coverage from all across Vancouver Island seven days a week. Giving back has also been a major part of the station’s 60-year history. CHEK continues to dedicate its people, airtime and resources to countless events and causes. Thank you for watching and supporting CHEK!

CBC Radio One is the English-language news and information radio network of the publicly owned Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. It is commercial-free and offers local and national programming. It is available on AM and FM to 98 percent of Canadians and overseas over the Internet, and through mobile apps.

The Times Colonist is the oldest daily newspaper in Western Canada. It was created by the 1980 merger of the British Colonist, which started in 1858, and the Victoria Daily Times, which began publishing in 1884. The British Colonist was founded by Amor De Cosmos, who went on to become the second premier of British Columbia. The newspaper has chronicled the history of Victoria and Vancouver Island from the gold rush days of the 1850s to Victoria's present status as a thriving capital city and an international tourist destination. Today, the Times Colonist is the dominant medium in the B.C. capital, reaching a quarter of a million households every week. The newspaper's lively blend of local news and informed commentary make it a must-read for Victorians who want to know what is happening in the capital and on Vancouver Island. The Times Colonist has also been recognized provincially and nationally with awards for its investigative reporting, editorials and beat coverage, and timescolonist.com, the newspaper's website, delivers breaking news and other multimedia content to a growing number of readers nearly 24/7. The newspaper's strong connections with the community stretch back almost to its inception. The Christmas Fund has been delivering Christmas cheer to the needy for more than half a century, the TC 10K is the second largest run in the province, and the Times Colonist Book Drive has raised more than $5 million for literacy projects in Victoria and on Vancouver Island. The Times Colonist publishes in print six days a week, Tuesday through Sunday, and online 365 days per year.

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