Posts tagged Gibsons BC

The truth about BC Ferries on the Sunshine Coast

Life in Gibsons, BC Travel

If you’re thinking about relocating to BC’s Sunshine Coast, there’s one question that almost everyone asks: What’s it like living with a ferry? For lots of people, needing a ferry to deliver you to and from the Lower Mainland feels like a big ask. But after years of living here and using BC Ferries regularly, I can tell you that it’s more manageable than you might expect. You’ll use the ferry less than you think I moved to the Gibsons, BC from Edmonton and I initially thought there’d be things… Read More

The good and bad of small town life

Life in Gibsons, BC

In 2014, I moved from the big city of Edmonton, Alberta to the small coastal town of Gibsons, BC. Small-town life isn’t automatically better, but it sure is different. If you’re thinking about making a similar move, I think it’s only fair to start with the stuff you might not love. The downsides of small-town living 1. Fewer choices (in almost everything) In a city, you get used to options. Hundreds of restaurants. Every car brand. Every niche retail store. If one place is closed, there are 10 more within… Read More

Lights! Camera! Coastline! Movies shot on BC’s Sunshine Coast

Life in Gibsons, BC

Going all the way back to the early 1970s, the Sunshine Coast has quietly had a meaningful role in film and television production in BC. It’s easy to forget just how much screen history lives in this coastal region until you start looking for it. Some productions proudly showcased Gibsons as itself, while others transformed our streets, beaches, and buildings into somewhere entirely different. Either way, the camera has been rolling here for decades. CBC’s The Beachcombers If there’s a single icon of Canadian television, it’d be The Beachcombers. The… Read More

What’s winter really like on BC’s Sunshine Coast?

Life in Gibsons, BC

When most people think of BC’s Sunshine Coast, they picture hot summer days, packed beaches, and lineups for ice cream. And yes, summer here is pretty special. But that’s not the full story. As we’re in the midst of winter, it’s worth talking about what the Sunshine Coast is actually like in the colder months, and whether it might even be worth visiting (or staying) here when the crowds thin out. Much milder winter than most of Canada First things first: winter on the Sunshine Coast is mild, especially compared… Read More

Sunshine Coast, BC Real Estate Predictions 2026 | Gibsons Market Outlook

Sunshine Coast, BC real estate

As we wrap up 2025 and step into 2026, one of the questions I hear most often is simple: “What’s going to happen with the Sunshine Coast real estate market this year?” While no one has a crystal ball, there are some very clear patterns emerging that buyers and sellers should be paying attention to. Move-In Ready Homes Will Lead the Market If there’s one theme that’s been consistent over the past year-and-a-half, it’s this: nice, move-in ready homes that are priced properly will sell quickly. That hasn’t changed, and… Read More

Is Gibsons an expensive place to live?

Life in Gibsons, BC

When people start thinking about moving to Gibsons, one of the first questions I hear is, “Can I actually afford it?” It’s a good question. The Sunshine Coast (and BC in general) has a reputation for being pricey. The truth, though, depends on what you’re used to and what kind of life you want to live. The big one: housing costs Let’s be real: the housing market in Gibsons has changed. It’s not 2015 anymore, and waterfront properties can easily run into the millions. But there’s still a range of… Read More

How to ride the ferry from the Sunshine Coast to Horseshoe Bay

Life in Gibsons, BC

Living on the Sunshine Coast, BC means getting used to riding the ferry. While we’re part of the Canadian mainland, there’s no road or bridge that provides access so using the ferry is a fact of life. Anyone that calls the Sunshine Coast home has their own unique ferry routine. This is what mine looks like when I need to bring my car with me to Vancouver. Crossing from Gibsons to Horseshoe Bay If I know in advance I’m going to the city, I book a ferry reservation via the… Read More

The Sunshine Coast definitely isn’t Vancouver Island

Life in Gibsons, BC

When non-residents learn that I live in Gibsons, BC, they’ll sometimes ask, “What’s it like to live on the Island?” While this comment draws ire from some Sunshine Coasters, there are a few reasons why the uninitiated might be forgiven for thinking we’re part of Vancouver Island. But there are also a couple of ways that the Sunshine Coast is distinctly its own thing. SAME – Both rely on the ferry Just like Vancouver Island, you need to ride a ferry to visit. The Sunshine Coast is part of BC’s… Read More

The best spots for a morning walk in Gibsons, BC

Life in Gibsons, BC

Rain or shine, I try to start my days with a walk somewhere in Gibsons. In the decade I’ve been here, I’ve developed a few goto routes that I incorporate into my morning routine. There and back on the seawalk I usually start at the gravel path in Winegarden Park that leads past the pop-up concert shell and down to the seawalk. Then I follow the seawalk all the way to Armours Beach where I’ll spend a few minutes soaking in the amazing mountain view! On my return trip, I… Read More

Is it a waste of time to visit Gibsons, BC?

Life in Gibsons, BC

People that watch my videos on YouTube often message me and ask me if Gibsons is actually worth visiting. I tell them it’s SO worth visiting but be prepared that after being here for a weekend, they’ll start imagining what their life on the Sunshine Coast could look like! Gibsons is THAT amazing. Compact, walkable, and ridiculously pretty, Gibsons has a way of making you fall in love with it! The ferry ride feels like a reset The ferry trip from West Vancouver to Langdale is part of the magic…. Read More