Home & Garden Gate
Growing from a seed of inspiration to a celebration of 25 years of business success
Local Business Features
Level 10 Eurospa
Award-winning spa celebrates 27 years of providing ‘A Beautiful Experience’
Blackfin Pub
West Coast inspired oceanfront dining with the best view in the Valley
Graham’s Jewellers
A precious gem in Downtown Courtenay, celebrating 105 years of success
Searles Shoes
A legacy of outfitting families with footwear since 1918
A Musical Getaway
Retreat and record at the Valley’s newest holiday offering—a vacation rental/recording studio
The Lightness of Flight
Ultralight flight school makes flying accessible and affordable—picturesque local views included
A Social Experience
Unique Downtown Courtenay venue brings together music, art and community
A Natural Approach
Healing Bliss Botanicals offers a healthy alternative with their herbal body, bath and pet products
Building a Dream
Local man follows his vision and winds up creating a successful and sustainable career
The Path to Success
Cumberland clothing designer finds her niche in designs inspired by nature
The Fighting Spirit
Knockout Girlz learn an ancient sport that promotes strength, confidence and perseverance
Gluten-Free Goodness
New specialty bakery in Cumberland really takes the cake
Cider House Rules
Local country folk squeeze out a living at Scrumpy’s Apple Press and Cider House
Recycle, Recreate, Re-love
Cumberland woman breathes new life into old treasures with her furniture restoration business
A Local Commitment
Valley communities prove they have a lot to offer during the holidays, and all year round.
A Gem of a Business
Cumberland jewelry maker Nicole Partridge creates wearable art out of silver, gold and gemstones.
Home on the Range
Three generations of one family realize their ranching dreams with Island Bison Ranch
Mother Nature’s Remedy
Cumberland’s Harmonic Arts Botanical Dispensary utilizes nature to help heal.
Fit for the Community
BellyFit Live offers a fun way to get active and support local charities at the same time.
No Ordinary ‘Cup of Joe’
Business is perking up as Royston Roasting Company expands to include a coffee house
Business Scents
Local woman draws inspiration from nature for her “Genie in a Bottle” specialty perfumes
A Christmas Tradition
Dove Creek farm mixes a little bit of holiday magic in with their offering of Christmas trees…
Flat Out Comfort
Local man turns a hobby into a comfortable business—and celebrates 30 years of success.
Growing a Legacy
Black Creek Winery makes its mark in the industry with their award-winning fruit wines…
A Time-Honored Trade
Local leather shop stays true to their trade while still keeping up with the changing times…
Island Pure
Passion and science come together at Hornby Island distillery to create a whole new spirit world…
A Cultural Showcase
Native gallery takes art to a new level, with a focus on history, culture and tradition…
Perfect Pumpkins
Local farm opens its gates to kids of all ages in search of the perfect Halloween pumpkin…
Fresh From the Farm
Goat’s milk from new Fanny Bay dairy helps keep things local for Island cheesemaker…
A Green Alternative
Local business offers an environmentally-friendly solution for construction companies…
Water, Water, Everywhere
Want to improve your piece of Vancouver Island paradise? For best results, “just add water!”
Instruments of Perfection
Local craftsman helps people make beautiful music with his custom hand-made guitars…
Gaining Equilibrium
Local fitness trainer takes on new challenges, and climbs her business to new heights.
An Island Tradition
Denman Craft Faire grows from humble beginnings to one of the area’s major holiday events…
Marine Adventures
Adventure Marine Tours designed for romance, relaxation, education and family fun…
Day Trippin’ on Tree Island
Adventure to tree island
Life is a Battlefield
Local business offers a harmless and fun way to work out your frustrations—laser tag
Perfect Poochies
Local dog trainer teaches people and their pooches how to make the most of their relationship.