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SUMMARY:Boating BC Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Boating BC Annual Conference returns for a focused two-day program under the theme “Rocking the Industry – Navigating Disruptive Times.” This year’s event brings business-focused keynotes\, practical panel sessions\, and networking built for dealers\, marina operators\, brokers\, manufacturers\, and service providers who want actionable ideas for an unsettled market. \nWhy attend\nAttend for high-value takeaways you can use right away: market insights\, staffing and customer trends\, tech and sustainability briefings\, and supplier show-and-tell. Expect a mix of keynote talks\, moderated panels\, and small-group conversations that help you benchmark and plan for change. \n \n\n \n\n\n\nTicket & Timing Information\n\n\n\n\nEvent: 18 Nov 2025 @ 8:00am PST – 19 Nov 2025 @ 12:00pm PST.\n\n \n\n\n\n\nTicket Type\nSale Ends\nPrice\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Member Rate\n10 Oct 2025\n$289.00\n\n\nEarly Bird Group (min. 5 tickets)\n10 Oct 2025\n$275.00\n\n\nSponsor Pricing (with promo code)\n16 Nov 2025\n$325.00\n\n\nNon-Member\n16 Nov 2025\n$350.00\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nBlue prices highlight the recommended offer\n\n\nConfirmed highlights for Boating BC Annual Conference\n\nConference dates and venue: November 18 and 19 at River Rock Casino Resort\, Richmond\, BC.\nTheme: Rocking the Industry – Navigating Disruptive Times\, presented by Mercury Marine.\nFeatured speakers announced so far include Conner Galway and Vaughn Palmer.\nProgram mix: keynote addresses\, panels\, workshops\, and networking receptions designed for marine-sector professionals.\n\nWho should come\nDealers\, marina and boatyard managers\, brokers\, boat builders\, service providers\, industry suppliers\, and association leaders. If you make decisions for a boating business or influence product and service choices\, this is a high-return stop on the conference calendar. \nTravel\, lodging and practical tips\nRiver Rock Casino Resort is steps from Richmond-Brighouse SkyTrain station\, which makes transit from Vancouver convenient. Plan to book nearby rooms early since conference weekends sell out. Bring a small pouch for essentials while walking the meeting spaces\, and pack a light layer for bay breezes between venues. \nPrograms\, speaker lineups and session times are updated periodically. Check the Boating BC conference page the week before travel for the final agenda\, speaker bios\, and exhibitor lists.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/boating-bc-annual-conference/
LOCATION:River Rock Casino Resort\, 8811 River Rd\, Richmond\, BC V6X 3P8\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC,Richmond
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251115T183000
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SUMMARY:Pender Island Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Pender Island Short Film Festival returns for its 10th edition\, showcasing short films from the Gulf Islands\, Vancouver Island and beyond. Expect a tight\, community-minded program of narrative\, documentary and animated shorts\, a meet-and-greet with filmmakers\, and the friendly festival vibe that makes this a highlight of the island arts calendar. \nSubmissions & filmmaker info\n\nFilms must be 15 minutes or shorter.\nSubmission deadline: October 15\, 2025.\nSend questions and submissions to penderfilmfest@gmail.com.Filmmakers should check Ptarmigan Arts for any entry forms or updates.\n\nWhat to expect as an attendee\nThis is a single-day festival with a curated screening block\, filmmaker meet-and-greet\, and local vendor or refreshment options at the community hall. Bring warm layers for a November evening and plan to arrive early for the best seats. \nDetails and visitor tips for Pender Island Short Film Festival\n\nVenue address: Pender Islands Community Hall\, 4418 Bedwell Harbor Road. Parking is limited; carpool or allow extra time for a short walk.\nAccessibility: community-hall venues vary; contact Ptarmigan Arts if you need specific accessibility information.\nTickets and fees: ticketing details are set by the organizer each year. Check the organizer page the week of the event for ticketing and seating info.\n\nFestival dates\, submission rules and ticketing can change. Confirm the final program\, ticket info\, and any COVID or accessibility notices on the organizer’s page a few days before the event.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/pender-island-short-film-festival/
LOCATION:Pender Island Community Hall\, 4418 Bedwell Harbour Rd Pender Island BC V0N 2M1\, CA\, Pender Island\, BC
CATEGORIES:BC,Pender Island
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ptarmigan Arts":MAILTO:info@ptarmiganarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T100000
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SUMMARY:Salt Spring Books And Bling Sale
DESCRIPTION:Books and Bling is Salt Spring Literacy’s biggest annual fundraiser and one of the region’s best places to find gently used books and eclectic jewelry. Expect more than 20\,000 books across 30-plus genres\, a curated bling room with vintage and designer pieces\, and a friendly\, community-first vibe that makes browsing feel like a treasure hunt with your savviest friend. \nKey dates & hours\n\nMembers Preview Night\, Thursday November 6\, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (members only).\nPublic sale\, Friday November 7 to Saturday November 8\, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.\nFinal sale day\, Sunday November 9\, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.\n\nWhat to expect at Salt Spring Books And Bling Sale\nYou will find well organized tables of fiction and nonfiction\, a children’s section with bargain prices\, and a Bling Room featuring designer\, vintage and costume jewelry priced from about $2 to $200. Special\, valuable volumes are appraised and displayed separately. All proceeds support Salt Spring Literacy programs for children\, youth\, adults and seniors. \nBooks accepted and not accepted\nAccepted examples\nRecent fiction and literature\, children’s and YA\, arts and crafts\, gardening\, cooking\, biographies\, history\, science\, and more. \nNot accepted examples\nBooks with missing pages\, moldy or damaged books\, textbooks\, workbooks\, dictionaries\, Bibles or other religious texts\, magazines\, and older technical computer books. \nVolunteers and membership\nVolunteers are essential to the sale\, from sorting donations to floor shifts during the event. If you want to help\, sign up early via the Books & Bling volunteer page or email bbsl@saltspringliteracy.org. Membership is $10 and gives access to Preview Night and member buying privileges. \nVisitor tips\n\nArrive early on Friday for the best selection\, or come Sunday for bargain hunting when prices are often lower.\nIf you have jewelry to donate\, wrap small pieces and label anything with provenance if you know it. Appraisals are done onsite for higher-end items.\n\nEvent details\, donation windows\, and volunteer needs are confirmed on the Salt Spring Literacy Books & Bling page. Check their site the week of the event for any last-minute updates.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/salt-spring-books-and-bling-sale/
LOCATION:Salt Spring Farmers Institute\, 351 Rainbow Rd\, Ganges\, Salt Spring Island\, BC\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC,Kids & Family,Literature
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SUMMARY:Art of the Cocktail
DESCRIPTION:Art of the Cocktail 2025 is Victoria’s big night out for cocktail lovers and style-seekers. Over 50 local and national exhibitors pour creative cocktails and spirits while guests sample\, vote for the most popular drink\, and compete for Best Dressed. Expect retro Summer of ’55 vibes\, live music\, and plenty of flattering photo light. \nQuick details\n\nVIP entry: 5:30 PM\nGeneral entry: 6:30 PM\nTicket range: $89 to $119 plus service fees (buy early; tickets go on sale August 1)\nVenue: Crystal Garden\, downtown Victoria\n\nWhat to expect\n\nMore than 50 exhibitors serving cocktails\, spirits\, and tasting flights.\nBest Dressed Competition with prize tickets to the Victoria Film Festival Opening Gala.\nVote for Most Popular Cocktail; winners get media coverage and a VIP table at the next event.\nRetro theme and live music for a lively\, photo-friendly night out.\n\nWhy you should go to Art of the Cocktail\nThis is part tasting event\, part people-watching party\, and part fundraiser for the Victoria Film Festival. It’s a great date night or girls’ night where you can try new drinks\, discover local distillers\, and enjoy a well-styled crowd. \nPractical tips\n\nArrive early if you like browsing slowly and chatting with exhibitors.\nBring a small pouch for your essentials; Crystal Garden is busy and you want your hands free for a sample glass.\nWear your best mid-century nod if you’re tempted by the Best Dressed contest.\nCheck dietary or accessibility notes on the event page if you need special accommodations.\n\nEvent details\, exhibitor list and ticket availability can change. Confirm current info and buy tickets on the Victoria Film Festival site the week of the event. \n\nArt of the Cocktail 2025\nA little taste of what’s coming your way.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/art-of-the-cocktail/
LOCATION:Crystal Garden\, 713 Douglas St\, Victoria\, BC V8W 3M6\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Film Festival (VFF)":MAILTO:boxoffice@victoriafilmfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251012T170000
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SUMMARY:Wild Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Wild Harvest Festival celebrates the bounty of Haida Gwaii with workshops\, forays\, talks and hands-on activities focused on wild edibles\, medicinal plants\, traditional uses\, fishing and respectful harvesting. The event is grassroots and community led\, welcoming novices and experienced foragers alike to learn sustainable practices and local traditions. \nWhat to expect\nExpect a compact festival program that mixes indoor sessions at the community hall with outdoor outings around Sandspit. Typical activities include guided mushroom and kelp forays\, plant medicine talks\, practical skill workshops\, evening potlucks and live music. Some activities require sign-up and a small fee\, while general entry to the event is free. \nSchedule and registration notes\nThe weekend program is published on the festival site and updated on the festival social pages. If you plan to join guided outings or priority workshops\, sign up early once registration opens because spots can be limited. Check the festival schedule before you travel for exact times and any last-minute changes. \nVisitor tips for Wild Harvest Festival\nArrive with weather-ready layers and reef-safe sunscreen\, and bring a small kit if you plan to foray: bucket\, small knife\, gloves and a spray bottle to keep finds fresh. Parking and services in Sandspit are limited\, so book travel and lodging early and carry a small day pouch for essentials. If you want the best photos\, aim for morning light or late afternoon. \nCommunity and sustainability focus\nThe festival emphasizes respect for Haida culture and stewardship of local ecosystems. Organizers invite visitors to sign the Haida Gwaii Pledge and to follow low-impact practices during outings. Proceeds and volunteer efforts support local projects and community programming. \nConfirm details before you go\nPrograms and workshop fees are finalized each year. For the latest schedule\, activity sign-up\, travel info and contact details\, check the Wild Harvest Festival website and the festival Facebook or Instagram pages the week of the event.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/wild-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Sandspit Community Hall\, 411 Alliford Bay Rd\, Sandspit (K’il Kun)\, Haida Gwaii\, BC V0T 1T0\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC,Sandspit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250928T080000
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SUMMARY:BC Rivers Day
DESCRIPTION:BC Rivers Day celebrates British Columbia’s rivers with community events across the province – paddles\, clean-ups\, planting days\, school activities\, and education sessions that put freshwater stewardship front and center. The initiative was founded by river advocate Mark Angelo and is coordinated by the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC). \nWhat happens on the day\nCommunities host a huge mix of local events: guided paddles\, riverside clean-ups\, salmon education tours\, plantings\, public talks\, family activities and art installations. Events are grassroots and varied – some quiet conservation work\, some full-on community parties. \nHow to take part in BC Rivers Day\nYou can join an existing event near you (ORCBC lists registered events across BC)\, or host your own: the ORCBC accepts event submissions and offers a Host Guide and small micro-grants to help community groups run river activities. Micro-grant applications are open for events happening on or around September 28\, 2025. \nTicket Price\n\nAdmission: Free for the majority of BC Rivers Day events. (Some special local activities or workshops may charge a nominal fee – check the local event page.)\n\nTips\nArrive early for paddles and guided tours (they fill fast)\, pack reef-safe sunscreen\, and stash a tiny pouch for your phone – rivers are photogenic and wet. If you’re hosting\, apply for an ORCBC micro-grant early and list your event on their calendar so locals actually show up. \nConfirm before you go\nEvent times\, meeting locations and registration rules vary by host. Always check the ORCBC event listing for the latest local details the week of Sept 28.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/bc-rivers-day/
LOCATION:Province-wide\, BC\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250927T170000
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Etsy Co Fall Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Etsy Co Fall Pop Up Market is a one-day celebration of local makers and designers with more than 90 vendors showing handmade jewellery\, ceramics\, home goods and gifts. The market runs 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM\, admission is free\, and the event is pet friendly. \nHighlights\n\nOver 90 local makers and creatives under one roof\, ideal for seasonal shopping and unique gifts.\nCurated vendor mix that includes jewellery\, pottery\, apparel and artisan homewares.\nOn-site workshops hosted by select vendors\, with registration required and fees set by each instructor.\nMarket giveaways and RSVP prizes\, with draws happening as RSVP milestones are met.\n\nWorkshops this year\nWorkshops are run by Eunoia Naturale\, Freshly Fruity\, Ollie & Co.\, and Radish Designs. Sign-up opens through the event RSVP and seats are limited. \nVisitor info and tips for Vancouver Etsy Co Fall Pop Up\nAdmission is free. The market is family friendly and pet friendly\, so bring your well-behaved dog if you like. RSVP on the Vancouver Etsy Co page to receive event updates and a chance to win market cash prizes. Public transit and walking are the easiest ways to reach Robson Square\, and plan extra time for browsing since there are many vendors to see.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/vancouver-etsy-co-fall-pop-up/
LOCATION:Robson Square Ice Rink\, 800 Robson Street\, Vancouver\, BC V6Z 3B7\, Canada.
CATEGORIES:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250907T120000
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SUMMARY:Silva Bay Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:Silva Bay Fishing Derby is a friendly\, two-day community derby on Gabriola that brings boaters\, anglers\, and good vibes to the marina. This year it runs Sept 6-7\, 2025 at Silva Bay Marina tickets are $50 per person and there are over $20\,000 in prizes with dockside weigh-ins and a prize ceremony. \nKey Dates & Times For Silva Bay Fishing Derby\n\nSaturday\, Sept 6: Derby starts at dawn – weigh station open 10:00 AM-6:00 PM.\nSunday\, Sept 7: Final morning fishing – weigh station open 12:00 PM; prize ceremony around 12:30 PM.\n\nTickets & Entry\n\nEntry fee: $50 per person.\nWhere to buy: Tickets have been available at Silva Bay Marina and local outlets including Arbutus Home Building Centre\, Page’s Resort\, Harbour Chandler\, and Gone Fishin.\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nA lively marina atmosphere: music on the deck\, food vendors\, and the Silva Bay Yacht Club hosting post-derby social activities.\nWeigh-in is public and festive: spectators are welcome to watch the dockside tally and prize announcements.\n\nPro tips\n\nArrive early on Saturday to claim a good launch window and avoid the last-minute ticket line.\nWear non-marking shoes for boarding\, pack a brimmed hat\, and stash a reusable water bottle – Gabriola sun is friendly until it isn’t.\nIf you’re checking rules (species\, size limits\, or boundary updates)\, confirm with the derby organizers the week before – local regs and derby boundaries can change.\nBring cash for small vendors and bring a small pouch for your phone (salt spray + dock edges = avoidable heartbreak).\n\nCheck before you go\nSchedules\, ticket locations\, prize lists and any last-minute rule updates are posted on the derby’s official social channels and Silva Bay Marina announcements – check the Silva Bay Marina site and the Silva Bay Fishing Derby Facebook/Instagram pages before heading out.
URL:https://missygoesboating.com/event/silva-bay-fishing-derby/
LOCATION:Silva Bay Resort & Marina\, 3383 South Rd (Silva Bay)\, Gabriola Island\, BC V0R 1X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:BC,Gabriola Island
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