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Explore the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site and discover the stories of Canada’s West Coast fishing industry.  From June 20 to September 2, Parks Canada will be offering free admission and 25% off camping fees at participating locations. Additional fees apply for guided tours, rentals, and parking.

Download brochure and visitor map. | Téléchargez la brochure et le guide du visiteur.

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

Upcoming Events

The Haunted Sea
September 27-November 02, 2025
The Haunted Sea

Haunted Sea Opening Day Art Workshop - Plastic Bag Ghost Jellyfish
September 27-September 27, 2025
Haunted Sea Opening Day Art Workshop – Plastic Bag Ghost Jellyfish

Haunted Sea x One Ocean Film Tour Screenings
October 11-October 25, 2025
Haunted Sea x One Ocean Film Tour Screenings