Vancouver Island Farms, Farmers’ Markets & Local Food in the Alberni Valley. Fall brings a different pace to the Alberni Valley. Farm stands shift toward the later harvest, Saturday markets continue through the cooler weather, and local growers and producers offer plenty of reasons to bring an extra shopping bag along for the day. Some […]
Local events, fall food, live entertainment and an easy October walk October settles into the Alberni Valley a little differently than September. The mornings are cooler, evenings arrive earlier, and keeping a rain jacket close by becomes a habit again. But there’s still plenty of reason to get out of the house. This month’s Local’s […]
A Guide to Going Your Own Way in the Alberni Valley. Solo travel in Port Alberni means setting the alarm when you want, choosing the restaurant you want and changing the day’s plans without consulting anyone else. Port Alberni makes that kind of trip easy, with outdoor activities, local food, shops and cultural experiences that […]
AREA REPORT: Port Alberni Inlet, Barkley Sound, Pacific Rim Area September 2026. September is a favorite salmon sport fishing month for many anglers. The days become shorter and are filled with crisp cool morning air and warm afternoons. In many British Columbia areas it is the month with little wind and fog which make sport […]
Community traditions, local favourites and seasonal things to do as summer shifts into fall. September is a month of overlap in the Alberni Valley. There can still be warm afternoons at the lake, even as the Fall Fair arrives, salmon return to local rivers and hockey fans start thinking about the Dawg Pound. Add in […]
Discover the Stunning Waterfront and Community Updates From the First-Ever HGTV Canada Small-Town Transformation. If you’ve been down by the waterfront lately, you’ve probably noticed an extra spark of energy in the air. After 12 weeks of secret construction, bustling film crews, and immense community pride, filming for HGTV Canada’s first-ever Home Town Takeover Canada […]
Outdoor Gear, Rentals & Trip Essentials in Port Alberni. Whether you’re planning to surf near Tofino, paddle on Sproat Lake, fish the Alberni Inlet, or camp along Vancouver Island’s west coast, Port Alberni is a convenient place to prepare before you head out. Rather than packing every piece of equipment from home, you’ll find local […]
Port Alberni Salmon Festival Returns for Labour Day Weekend 2026! Celebrate Labour Day Weekend on the waterfront at the Port Alberni Salmon Festival, returning to Tyee Landing from September 4 to 7, 2026. Held on the traditional territories of the Tseshaht and Hupacasath First Nations, this annual gathering brings together fishing, food, live entertainment, local […]
See spawning salmon on Vancouver Island in the Alberni Valley, with viewing spots for summer sockeye and fall Chinook and coho. If you’re wondering where to see spawning salmon on Vancouver Island, the Alberni Valley offers several viewing opportunities — and the season starts earlier than you might think. Sockeye can be making their way […]
Slow down, savour the evening, and see Port Alberni in a different light. There’s something satisfying about reaching the point in the day when there’s nowhere else you need to be. After a day spent hiking forest trails, casting a line, paddling local waters, or travelling through the Alberni Valley, park once in downtown Port […]
