Long Beach Wild: A Celebration of People and Place on Canada’s Rugged Western Shore

A new book written by a local author brings the rich history of Long Beach – and by extension, the west coast – to life with stories, archival photos, and historic and scientific details. Adrienne Mason’s recently released Long Beach … Read more

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Tough City: When Did Tofino Get This Name?

Tofino is literally located at the end of the road; except by boat there’s nowhere to go from here. And the road to get here isn’t that inviting or easy to navigate. This kind of isolation from the rest of the world … Read more

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No Pasaran: The Fight for Sulphur Passage

To look out over the peaceful green slopes of the sound, one would never guess the battles these trees have witnessed. But conflict over the sanctity of Clayoquot’s lands and waters has been constant here since the early eighties, continuing … Read more

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The [Women's] Surfing Capital of Canada

It’s no secret that Tofino has a well-developed surf scene complete with schools, contests, and pros showcasing the area internationally. It is the self-proclaimed Surfing Capital of Canada after all. Besides being one of the most easily accessible areas with … Read more

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