Explore the Stories of West Coast Fishing

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.

What's On

Canning Line
Canning Line

Learn the fascinating history of salmon canning on the West Coast

Herring Reduction Plant
Herring Reduction Plant

Explore the massive machines that turned fish into gold

Fishing the West Coast
Fishing the West Coast

Explore the development of fishing on the West Coast

LEGO Gulf of Georgia Cannery
LEGO Gulf of Georgia Cannery

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.

Virtual Exhibits

From Tides to Tins
From Tides to Tins

A Virtual Museum of Canada online exhibit of the history of Canada’s west coast canneries

Collections

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society cares for over 7,500 artifacts in two collections: one belonging to Parks Canada, and the other to the Society. For information about ordering and using images, research requests, or donating items to the collection, please contact Collections Manager Heidi Rampfl at heidi.rampfl@gogcannery.org or 604-664-9007. Please note that requests and donation offers need time for processing; walk-ins cannot be accommodated.

Gift Shop

Nestled amidst historic exposed wooden beams, the Cannery Store is a boutique emporium offering a curated selection of souvenirs, clothing, home accessories, books, and local treats. Proceeds from the gift shop help sustain and support the Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society’s operations.

Upcoming Events

Cannery REcollections Storytimes with Parks Canada / L'heure du conte Conserverie REcollections avec Parcs Canada
May 23, 2025
Cannery REcollections Storytimes with Parks Canada / L'heure du conte Conserverie REcollections avec Parcs Canada

Cannery Summer Experience Tours 2025
June 01-September 01, 2025
Cannery Summer Experience Tours 2025

Ocean Week Celebration at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery
June 07, 2025
Ocean Week Celebration at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery