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Find out how we use proven print media, digital media and socials for a holistic approach to promoting our community.❤️ We are pleased to announce the Annual Home Town Tourist Weekend is June 18 & 19, 2022. We live in a community renowned for its natural beauty, waterfront, friendly people, arts, history and festivals! We invite all residents to discover our Central Vancouver Island communities of Ladysmith, Cassidy, Cedar, South Nanaimo, Saltair and Chemainus. The annual Hometown Tourist weekend offers locals an opportunity to discover some of the special attractions and shops and services in their own hometown. Often we overlook the treasures that are in our community. This campaign serves to remind us of the wonders that are literally in our backyard. Grab your camera and get ready to play tourist in your hometown. Amazing things happen in a small town! We are contacting local businesses and tourist attractions in our area to participate, if you have an event or idea contact our office at 250-245-7015, or email at info [at] take5 [dot] ca . Be sure to check back here regularly for updates! Call 250-245-7015

Have you walked all the way around Bute Island Marine Park? It’s not a long walk but worth it for the amazing scenery, w...
11/01/2026

Have you walked all the way around Bute Island Marine Park? It’s not a long walk but worth it for the amazing scenery, we did several loops. it was that pretty!
It's an easy walk with little beaches, sandstone formations, and a free wharf for kayakers, just a short trip from Ladysmith.
Watch the walk: https://youtu.be/GxsAJ0ogPSI?si=8mJGUICuDbLtUnfF
What's your favourite local spot to explore?

Circling Bute Island Marine Park with ChewieCome along as Chewie a...

10/31/2026
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10/31/2026

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Have you explored Bute Island? Tucked into Ladysmith Harbour, Bute Island Marine Park is one of those quiet local gems t...
10/29/2026

Have you explored Bute Island?
Tucked into Ladysmith Harbour, Bute Island Marine Park is one of those quiet local gems that's easy to overlook. Whether you're paddling, boating, or just curious about what's out on the water, it's worth the trip.
Pack a lunch, bring a camera, and take your time. The harbour looks different from the water, and a day out here is a great reminder of how much beauty is right in our own backyard.
Have you been?

10/20/2026

Roberts Memorial Park: Old Growth Forest Walk to a Stunning Sandsto...

All aboard! I took VIA Rail Business Class from Ottawa to Toronto Union Station, and it took most of the day, which suit...
10/15/2026

All aboard! I took VIA Rail Business Class from Ottawa to Toronto Union Station, and it took most of the day, which suited me fine.
The newer trains are bright, modern and built for this corridor. Business Class has a roomy 2x1 seat layout with extra legroom and leather seats, and the meal is served right at your seat. The food was tasty, the w**e was good and free flowing, and I finally got to read my book without interruption.
The only downer: I left my prescription sunglasses behind. I contacted lost and found, but they never turned up. Lesson learned! Double-check your seat before you step off the train. And maybe not drink that much? Nah!
Would I do it again? I’m aboard for that!
Now I wish Vancouver Island would get the rails running again!

Grateful for our local farmers' markets this Thanksgiving.Fresh food, friendly faces, lots of puppies to pet, and the ch...
10/12/2026

Grateful for our local farmers' markets this Thanksgiving.
Fresh food, friendly faces, lots of puppies to pet, and the chance to meet the people who grow and make what's on our tables. Thank you to all the Mid-Island farmers and makers who feed our community!
Happy Thanksgiving from Explore Guide’s publishers, Take 5!


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