Gulf of Georgia Cannery | National Historic Site in Steveston

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

From Tides to Tins

Virtual Exhibit

A Virtual Museum of Canada online exhibit of the history of Canada’s west coast canneries

Fishing the West Coast

On-Site Exhibit

Explore the development of fishing 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.

Canning Line

On-Site Exhibit

Learn the fascinating history of salmon canning on the West Coast

Upcoming Events

October 02-October 31, 2022

Halloween / The Haunted Sea

December 01-December 31, 2022

Steveston Festival of Trees

April 15-April 17, 2023

Easter at the Cannery

July 01, 2023

Canada Day / Steveston Salmon Festival