Experience the Stories of West Coast Fishing

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery, in the picturesque fishing village of Steveston, is a national historic site representing the historical significance of Canada’s west coast fishing industry.

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View of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site from Steveston Harbour
Experience the Stories of West Coast Fishing

The Gulf of Georgia Cannery, in the picturesque fishing village of Steveston, is a national historic site representing the historical significance of Canada’s west coast fishing industry.

Explore What's On
Bright orange panel at entry of Fishing section in Cannery exhibit
Waves of Innovation: Stories from the West Coast

Our 2021-2023 feature exhibit explores how adaptations and innovation in the canning and fishing industries affect the diverse communities of Canada’s west coast.

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COVID-19 and your visit to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site
All you need to know to prepare for your visit to the Cannery during Phase 3 of BC’s Restart Plan.

Current Exhibits

Canning Line
On-Site Exhibit
Learn the fascinating history of salmon canning on the West Coast
Waves of Innovation: Stories of the West Coast
On-Site Exhibit
Discover how innovations in the fishing and canning industries affect our west coast communities.
Herring Reduction Plant
On-Site Exhibit
Explore the massive machines that turned fish into gold
From Tides to Tins
Virtual Exhibit
A Virtual Museum of Canada online exhibit of the history of Canada’s west coast canneries

Upcoming Events

Steveston Festival of Trees
December 01-December 31, 2022
Steveston Festival of Trees


Easter at the Cannery
April 15-April 17, 2023
Easter at the Cannery


Canada Day / Steveston Salmon Festival
July 01, 2023
Canada Day / Steveston Salmon Festival


Music at the Cannery
July 09-August 27, 2023
Music at the Cannery