Author Archives: jen

About jen

Originally from Barrie, Ontario, Jen is a long-time Tofino resident, although not quite long enough to be considered a full-fledged local. Jen has been writing professionally for the past seven years. In that time, she’s worked for the Tofino-Ucluelet Westerly News as both a part-time and full-time reporter and photographer. Jen has been published in a variety of publications, including SBC Surf Magazine, the Native Journal of Canada, the Victoria Times Colonist and the Vancouver Sun.

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

Posted on May 9, 2012 by jen

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?

Posted on April 26, 2012 by jen

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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The [Women's] Surfing Capital of Canada

Posted on April 3, 2012 by jen

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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Have a Whale of a Time

Posted on March 13, 2012 by jen

When you’re driving out of Tofino, a weathered sign bids you goodbye with the words, “Hope you had a whale of a time, come again!” I love this sign – for its campy feel that echoes back to a simpler … Read more →

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