Exhibits

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery is located in the historic fishing village of Steveston, the largest commercial small-craft fishing port in Canada. Built in 1894, the Cannery was once the largest of its kind, and was known as the “Monster Cannery”. Today the Cannery is the last among more than 15 canneries that once stood on the Steveston waterfront. Now a National Historic Site, our exhibits showcase the history of Canada’s West Coast fishing industry.

Admission to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site will be FREE from June 19 to September 7, Parks Canada will be offering free admission and 25% off camping fees at participating locations.

Additional fees apply for guided tours, rentals, and parking.

Current Exhibits

Herring Reduction Plant
On-Site Exhibit
Explore the massive machines that turned fish into gold
Fishing the West Coast
On-Site Exhibit
Explore the development of fishing on the West Coast
LEGO Gulf of Georgia Cannery
On-Site Exhibit
Immerse yourself in the Gulf of Georgia Cannery's 130 years of history in miniature via a 1:1200 scale model built entirely out of LEGO. Visit LEGO Man Peter Grant's newest creation for a limited time, now until May 2025.
Canning Line
On-Site Exhibit
Learn the fascinating history of salmon canning on the West Coast