An annual summer event on the enchanting grounds of the Filberg Lodge and Park in Comox, Vancouver Island, BC Canada, features superb arts and crafts, delightful music and fun entertainment

The annual Bellies, Birth, & Babies Fair, hosted by The Comox Valley Doulas, is for new and expecting parents and families. It will showcase local products and services, a separate room hosting a series of free workshops, and an additional space for free childminding. Hourly door prizes donated by local businesses and event vendors, free admission and ample parking and stroller/wheelchair accessible facilities. Workshops and demos this year will include infant massage, belly casting, baby wearing, and "Birthing from Within".

This celebration of nature includes eco-tours, wildlife photography and learning to bird for the whole family. Dates from March and April each year, according to the migration of the Brant Goose

Victoria BC Tattoo Convention,

Oceanside Garden Show and the annual Coombs Fair on Vancouver Island. Presented by Arrowsmith Agricultural Association, 4-H displays, chicken races

Summer Festival in Duncan, free family fun, parades, children's day, clowns, free entertainment, contests, show and shine

Annual marathon between Tofino and Ucluelet

The Annual Fire and Ice Street Festival - Qualicum Beach, BC. Chili Tasting, Entertainment, Ice Carving and Family Fun!

Annual Global Film Festival Nanaimo held in February

A one-of-a-kind juried art and crafts show nestled in beautiful Parksville, featuring over 120 Exhibitors showing this year that are talented, creative artists and craftspeople from all over BC at the most beautifully decorated Christmas show.

Nanaimo Marine Festival & “Great” INTERNATIONAL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BATHTUB RACE, JULY 22nd 2012 11AM SHARP BATHTUB PARADE JULY 21 10:30AM

Milner Gardens Art & Photography in the Garden July 21 and 22, 2012 Milner Gardens Art & Photography in the Garden July 21 and 22, 2012 10:00am to 5:00pm (last entry at 4:30pm) Meet, mingle and be inspired by local artists at work, painting, sketching, carving and photographing the beauty of this Artist’s Garden. Bonsai artists, potters, and live music. Artwork silent auction in support of the Gardens. Hand stamp allows re-entry Sunday. FMI 250-752-6153 or www.milnergardens.org

Annual Mother’s Day Paint-In and Craft Fair at Royal Roads University. With snowdrops and daffodils peeking out of the soil, spring must be just around the corner and with it comes the annual Mother’s Day Paint In and Craft Fair at Royal Roads University in beautiful Hatley Park National Historic Site. We invite you to join us and experience a remarkable outdoor festival where we expect to welcome more than 3,000 visitors. In addition to the work of local artists and craftspeople, activities will include a variety of family entertainment, main-stage performances, children’s craft station and complimentary access to the gardens.

The Nanaimo Dragon Boat Festival brings together and gives back to our diverse community through team building, charitable fund raising and a cross cultural experience that is fun for everyone. This is three days of passion, pleasure and pain that brings all of Nanaimo to the Centre of town to witness our cities finest compete against teams from all over North America.

Organic Islands Festival and Sustainability Expo Glendale Gardens and Woodland, 505 Quayle Road, Victoria, BC Just north of Camosun College Interurban Campus The Annual Organic Islands Festival and Sustainabilty Expo is a solar-power, near zero-waste celebration featuring eco-friendly practices, products and services presented by 150 Exhibitors in a wonderful 10 acre garden venue. Enjoy tasty food, inspiring people, innovative ideas, chef demos and entertainment for the whole family! LIVE GREEN. DO GOOD. We'll show you how. Find out more at: www.organicislands.ca

Out of Hand is an annual Christmas fair of fine crafts, artisan food and the decorative arts at the Conference Centre in Victoria, BC, Canada.

Annual whale watching festival in mid-March. Each spring the entire North American population of Pacific Grey Whales migrate along the west coast of Vancouver Island, B.C. An estimated 22,000 grey whales make the 16,000 km round-trip journey between their mating and calfing lagoon

Parksville’s Beach Festival Society is actively planning our next annual World Class event - Quality Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition You should also know that we are planning our event alongside other summer events planned for that period (Kite Festival & Oceanside Overdrive Car Show). And of course our popular Entertainment Stage will be another fabulous attraction Friday and Saturday evening plus Sunday afternoons.

Kids of all ages can have fun with plenty of Games, Entertainers, awesome Prizes, the Children's Sandcastle competion and plenty more at this August event in Parksville

Every year on the last Sunday in May the town comes together to celebrate our community. Since 1976, Family Day has been an annual event sponsored by the Town of Qualicum Beach, meant to bring the community together for a free festive day. Family Day festivities draw a crowd of over 3,000 plus smiling faces. Start the day off with the Shriner's pancake breakfast at 8:30 - 11:30a.m. The pancake breakfast is held at the Civic Centre in the parking area.

We are creating fun and interesting charity events to raise money for bursary funds and grants for non-medical expenses for individuals and families affected by cancer

July 1st Family fun day, superb food, challenging games & contests for all ages, live music, crafts, clowns and fireworks at dusk.

Sooke is steeped in artistic talent and natural beauty making it the perfect host for Vancouver Island’s premier art show and sale for the past 20 years

The Annual Great Walk sponsored by the Tahsis Lions Club, takes place on the 63.5 kilometres (40 miles) of gravel logging road between Gold River and Tahsis in Nootka Sound on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

10 days and over 160 films, parties and events each an every year. VFF is Victoria and Vancouver Island's oldest and largest film and video festival.

Tour de Victoria is a supported mass participation cycling event, catering to all ages and fitness levels in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

Each August, the Vancouver Island Exhibition provides a setting for the last big event of summer. This years theme is COUNTRY ROOTS AND COWBOY BOOTS! Come to the VIEx evaluated BEST FAIR IN BC for 2009!

Join us at the largest BC trade show on Vancouver Island dedicated to people who live life to the fullest, are passionate and love the thrill of an adventure! Whether you enjoy adventure and activities on the land, sea or fresh water we are excited to present the Vancouver Island Outdoor Adventure Expo at Pearkes Recreation Centre. This Vancouver Island Outdoor Adventure Expo is the ONLY show on Vancouver Island that brings together buyers and sellers of outdoor adventure products & services under one roof! This Victoria, BC trade show is a definite MUST for your 2010 marketing campaign! Some exciting features include: seminars and presentations hosted by guest speakers in the different active living industries, adventure travel, boating & water sports, fishing, camping & RV’s, surfing, whale watching, clothing, tourism, education, destinations, mountain biking, zip lining, health & fitness, clubs, associations and MUCH MUCH MORE!

August 17-19 2012 at the Victoria Inner Harbour. One of Victoria's most popular summer events, the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival is a remarkable combination of culture and sport. Showcasing our world-renowned inner harbour, it is the only dragon boat festival in North America to take place in a working harbour.

The Victoria Multicultural Society operates the Victoria Event Centre at 1415 Broad Street - across from the A-Channel

The Victoria Pride Society's mission is based on empowerment. We empower those who are - or think they might be - gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, two-spirited, intersex, friends and allies. Victoria Pride fosters learning and empowerment through social celebration and networking. We strive to create a better public understanding of our community’s history, courage, diversity and future.

Victoria’s scenic Inner Harbour will provide the backdrop for an event that will touch the hearts and minds of thousands. During four unforgettable days of revelry and celebration, we will commemorate the city’s maritime heritage with the historic visit of over two dozen tall ships from around the world.

BC Westshore Quilters Guild presents Quilts Along the Shore our biennial show featuring 300 + quilts, vendors, raffle, charity quilts and lots of fun and excitement.