

Beyond the Usual: A shop for everyone
Inspired by creating a simpler life for their family, Judy and Chris Istace relocated to Chemainus five years ago. A few months later...


Treasures to be found at Vintiquity
All the stars aligned two years ago for Nuria Sanchez and Jon Spasoff to move to Chemainus. “It’s a lovely community—small enough to...


Soak up the atmosphere at Nic's Cafe
“I look forward to our customers becoming like family,” says Nicole Chiasson, owner of Nic’s Café in Old Town. Nic's Cafe is warm,...


Bee-keeping business opens storefront in Chemainus
The owners of Fredrich’s Honey, Theo and Taylor Fredrich, have run a successful farm store in Cedar for many years. When the opportunity...


WiffleGames offers a truly unique experience: Nostalgia
When Shawn Orza and his wife, Taryn learned they were expecting a baby in 2017, the rush was on. “I needed to open my store before my...

Simmonds Lifestyles Team, RE/MAX Ocean Pointe
With over 35 years living and working in Chemainus, Debbie Simmonds of Simmonds Lifestyles Team, RE/MAX Ocean Pointe is passionate about...

Bound To Be Different
Bound to Be Different lives up to its name and does not disappoint. If the brightly coloured T-Rex heads out front don't tell you to...

Chemainus Health Food Store
The Chemainus Health Food Store is not your average business. Not only do they house a variety of supplements, eco-conscious products,...


Owl's Nest Bistro & Bakery
The Owl's Nest Bakery and bistro is an absolutely divine place to dine. From breakfasts to brunch bennies and everything in-between, this...

Van-Isle Style
Better known for their creative designs, soft t-shirts and hand drawn art; these t-shirts are truly original.Finding a love of art, Nevin...