Sunshine Coast News & Events

We have just added some more information to our Website about Sechelt and Gibsons BC. Be sure to check these pages out!

The National Hiking Trail (NHT) is Canada’s oldest national trail system and will stretch 10,000 from St. John’s, N.L. to Victoria when completed. Hike B.C. has been working with the province to get approval to incorporate sections of trail in southern B.C into the NHT.

“Our goal is to create a national hiking trail that is strictly non-motorized, promotes general fitness, and preserve nature, natural scenic heritage and historic values,” said Pat Harrison of Hike B.C., which is responsible for the westernmost portion of the trail. “We are also trying to promote tourism and outdoor education.”

Currently the trail system, which, unlike the Trans Canada Trail, is not open to ATVs or snowmobiles, has a total of 3,500 km completed, with sections in every province. However, the system is just now expanding to southern B.C. with the Sunshine Coast Trail near Powell River being the first approved and signed section in the region.

For more information visit the Sunshine Coast Trail or National Hiking Trail websites.

BC's National Hiking Trail is shown in red.

The Gibsons & District Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for persons interested in free training to become Tourism BC SuperHost ® trainer/coordinators. This is commission-based position (not a salaried position). Education experience is preferred.

The Chamber will pay training costs in exchange for a commitment to provide local workshops on our behalf. Travel, accommodation and meal costs will be reimbursed.

The training session takes place in Vancouver from Sept. 28-30. Contact Cheryl at the Gibsons Chamber office at 886-2325 for more information.

Applications should be submitted to the Gibsons & District Chamber of Commerce at Box 1190 - Gibsons, BC VON 1V0 or email info@gibsonsbc.ca no later than September 12.

Hundreds of people joined together in Gibsons, BC, on the Sunshine Coast on September 8 and 9, 2007 to mark the 35th anniversary of one of Canada's most famous and popular TV shows.

"The Beachcombers" aired from 1972 to 1990 across Canada and, eventually, in more than 60 countries around the world. The series is still in reruns.

Jackson Davies, who played Constable Constable and produced later spin-offs, says involving locals was a key to "The Beachcombers" success. Davies notes that residents of the small community of Gibsons claimed ownership of the series because producers were so committed to hiring locals as actors, extras and set workers.

"The Beachcombers" is also credited with giving many in Vancouver's robust film and TV industry their start.

Here is some video taken on the 35th anniversary of TV series' Persephone boat...

Seasons Greetings!

From the Sunshine Coast, we want to wish you a Merry Christmas. Enjoy very special times with your friends and family.

Santa Claus came for a quick visit before his busy night on the Landing, bringing joy and fun to the kids of the Sunshine Coast. We are all getting ready for the Holidays, with decorations and lights in the streets and houses, and of course inviting all our friends and family to the Sunshine Coast.

Merry Christmas from your Sunshine Coast realtor!

On the Sunshine Coast, there are plenty of activities to do, either with your group of friends or your family. Between boating to inlets and islands, hiking in the Tetrahedron, kayaking and canoeing on sea or lakes, scuba diving, fishing, golfing, mountain biking, paragliding and anything else you might want, there are plenty of choices!

But sometimes, it’s nice to stay dry.
The new Sechelt & Area Aquatic Centre offers pools, diving board, in-pool climbing wall, slides, sauna, fitness centre, whirlpool… It’s the perfect idea for a Saturday with all the family, with something to do for everyone. Finalized in November 2007, the Aquatic Centre brings together the community around a new facility.
A two-court indoor tennis area is in construction in Sechelt, by the Sunshine Coast Arena, allowing aficionados to play by any weather and stay in shape during the winter season.
In Gibsons, the Community Centre will open this winter, with an NHL-size ice arena to practice Canada’s most famous sport, but also a new fitness centre, indoor racquet courts and various rooms available to the community for family reunions, birthdays or meetings.

All these new facilities benefit from an energy efficient design and construction and are symbols of the Sunshine Coast way of life: an active lifestyle in harmony with the natural environment in a strong community.

With a wonderful natural environment, a strong economy and a growing community, the Sunshine Coast is becoming a land of opportunity in our Beautiful British Columbia. Come discover this jewel!

We would like to wish you all, from the Sunshine Coast in our Beautiful British Columbia: Happy Valentines!

It’s a special day everywhere, and the Sunshine Coast is getting ready for the evening. Flower shops in Gibson and Sechelt smell like roses and restaurants have their menu ready.

Whether it will be Molly’s Reach for a very local dinner, or the Gumboot to enjoy the delicate cuisine, or a full weekend gateway in Bonniebrook Lodge, Sunshine Coast is packed with romantic sceneries and wonderful restaurants to say “I love you” to your special one… or just for an evening out with friends!