The all-new Cannery publication Fish Tales: Cannery Community Cooking, Past and Present is set to arrive on shelves on June 7th, 2026. In celebration of this brand-new Cannery offering, join the Gulf of Georgia Cannery for a launch event full of special presentations, giveaways, and more!
Book Release
We hope you’re hungry……. for a brand-new book from The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society!
The all-new Cannery publication Fish Tales: Cannery Community Cooking, Past and Present is set to arrive on shelves on June 7th, 2026. Born out of the Cannery’s previous Feature Exhibit Fish Tales, this unique volume blends Cannery history, community memories, and recipes from local Cannery workers, visitors, staff, and more!
Fish and seafood are key to the history of Steveston and the West Coast of BC, and have long been present in the diets and cooking traditions of the people living here. Explore the many ways that fish and seafood—and the preparation thereof—connect us; to our local lands and waters, to our families and friends, and to our wider cultures and communities. Fish Tales: Cannery Community Cooking, Past and Present encapsulates some of these connections, alongside 28 unique community recipes featuring local fish and seafood staples!
From June 7th, find this all-new Cannery publication at the Cannery Store.
EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Visit the Cannery on June 7th and purchase a copy of Fish Tales: Cannery Community Cooking, Past and Present and receive 10% off your admission to the museum!
Book Launch Event
In celebration of this brand-new Cannery offering, join the Gulf of Georgia Cannery for a launch event from 2:00-4:00pm June 7th, 2026 to experience limited-time programming and offers, and to get first access to purchase a copy of this unique piece of Steveston history!
Special Launch event programming includes (2:00pm-4:00pm only):
- FREE collaborator storytelling, and behind-the-scenes development details in the Boiler House Theatre
- Catered snacks and platters featuring local fish and seafood creations, including tinned fish sampler platters
- Prize draw to win a Fish Tales-themed gift basket, including a free copy of the new book
- And more!
Want to be the first to learn about the chefs, collaborators, and activities in store at the launch event? Join our Fish Tales Recipe Book Mailing List for exclusive details!
Event Details
Date: Sunday, June 7th, 2026
Time: FREE launch event takes place 2:00-4:00pm, book available for purchase all day
Cost: Standard Cannery admission applies
- 10% off regular admission for all visitors who purchase a copy of Fish Tales
- FREE admission to launch event from 2:00-4:00pm
Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond, BC
Fish Tales Prize Basket Giveaway
Do you want to win a free copy of Fish Tales: Cannery Community Cooking, Past and Present alongside a variety of fish and seafood goodies? Enter for a chance to win via the QR code below or by visiting the Cannery!
Prize draw takes place on June 7th, 2026 at the upcoming launch event.
