From coastlines to farm lands, Vancouver Island provides an abundance of natural resources that reflect the biodiversity of the Pacific Northwest. Ecologically vibrant and culturally rich, the region’s unique local offerings make supporting community-based cultivators and creators an obvious choice for the Beach Club Resort.
Little Qualicum Cheeseworks | Parksville
What We Source: Fresh Cheese Curds, Blue Cheese, Feta, Brie
Little Qualicum Cheeseworks is a small, family-run cheesemaking facility located on the picturesque and resource-rich Morningstar Farm in Parksville. The vision behind the farm: to welcome the public onto the farm for excellent agricultural tastes, products, and experiences. Specializing in a wide-variety of cheese-making traditions, there is a cheese to suit every palate.
Sterling Seafood | Qualicum
What We Source: Albacore Tuna, Octopus
A few folks and their fishing boat using sustainable methods to fish for Pacific Albacore Tuna. Along the way, octopus are caught in the same nets and added to the fresh seafood bounty.
52 Foot Farms | Nanaimo
What We Source: Microgreens, Herbs
52 Foot Farms specializes in high quality microgreens using only organic, non GMO seeds and organic growing practices. Harvested on the day of delivery, these microgreens are at their peak of freshness, flavour and nutritional value when they land on your plate.
BC Coastal Grilling Planks Ltd. | Parksville
What We Source: Cedar Products for Grilling and Infusing, Charcuterie Boards
“More than just planks” is truly an understatement. BC Coastal Grilling Planks are expertly handcrafted using western red cedar, a beautiful wood that is found within the dense rainforests of the Pacific Northwest. Beautifully designed to handle high-pressure cooking and release the unique, natural flavours of British Columbia.
Canadian Kelp Resources Ltd. | Bamfield
What We Source: Kelps and Seaweeds
The quiet, isolated village of Bamfield is located on the exposed west coast of Vancouver Island, in British Columbia. Canadian Kelp Resources produces quality kelp products which are sustainably harvested from the clean, cold waters of Barkley Sound, an area with the world’s richest kelp flora that is free of industrial and urban pollutants. Considered to be an essential source of micronutrients, anti-oxidants, and dietary fibre, kelp makes an excellent addition to almost any dish.
Oceanside Sales & Packaging | Parksville
What We Source: Paper Products, Takeout Boxes, Cups, Straws, Bags, Janitorial Equipment
Oceanside Sales & Packaging provides a wide variety of packaging solutions to Vancouver Island, including those which are produced in a socially responsible and ethical manner. Wherever possible, Oceanside aims to inspire and implement environmentally-conscious packaging solutions.
Vanillablossom Flavors Inc | SAANICHTON
What We Source: Vanilla, Spice Imports
Vanilla beans are imported directly from a locally-owned and operated farm in Madagascar, and manufactured at the Vanillablossom workshop in Saanichton, just outside of Victoria, BC. A locally-owned, family-operated business, the team makes vanilla extract and hand-packaged whole vanilla beans, along with other spices.
