Explore the rise of the West Coast fishing industry at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in colourful Steveston village. Learn about the multicultural workers who kept the salmon canning lines and a herring reduction plant moving through changing times. Learn about fishing methods from net to can. On a self-guided tour of the historic Fraser River cannery, hear fascinating fish tales revealed through photographs, recordings and fun interactive displays.
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Hours of operation
Every day, from 10 am to 5 pm
Closed, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 24, 25, 26 and Jan. 1
Fees
Free admission for youth.
Other fees still apply.
Detailed fees list
Contact us
Telephone: 604-664-9009
Email: info@gogcannery.org
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Fort Langley National Historic SiteExperience life as a 19th century voyageur at Fort Langley, where the colony of British Columbia was born. Mingle with fur traders, pan for gold, learn the blacksmith’s art and camp in an HBC-themed oTENTik.
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Gulf Islands National Park ReserveScattered throughout the Salish Sea, the Gulf Islands teem with wildlife, a haven for rare species and threatened eco-systems and a playground for hikers, campers, cyclists, boaters and kayakers.
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Fort Rodd Hill National Historic SiteTour through secret bunkers, military command posts and original 19th century buildings at Fort Rodd Hill, a west coast artillery fortress on active duty from 1895 to 1956. Be touched by the personal stories of soldiers and their families. Camp overnight in a group-friendly oTENTik.
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Pacific Rim National Park ReserveCatch a wave, or spread a blanket and watch the sun dip below the horizon. From rainforests on land to marine kelp forests at sea, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve embodies the rich natural and cultural heritage of Canada’s west coast.
