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Welcome to Sidney by the Sea! We hope you enjoy exploring our charming town and discovering what makes Sidney such a remarkable place. Nestled on the edge of the Salish Sea, with spectacular views of the Gulf Islands, San Juan Islands and Mount Baker, Sidney offers a fascinating array of fun and memorable things to do. This guide contains detailed information about Sidney, as well as experiences and activities to inspire you! You will soon realize why locals love living here and why visitors return every year. So take some time, relax, and enjoy your Sidney Experience.
Table of Contents Transportation . . . . . . . 2
For the Art & Culture Buff . . . . . . . . . . 4
Attractions & Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Annual Events . . . . . . . . 8
Where to Eat . . . . . . . . 10
Where to Stay . . . . . . . 13
For the Outdoorsy Type . . . . . . 14
Wineries & Farms . . . 16
Retail Therapy . . . . . . . 17
Shopping . . . . . . . . . . 19
For the Wee Ones . . . . 26
Salons & Spas . . . . . . . 28
Sidney’s Historical Roots . . . . . . 30
Useful Information . . . 32
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BY SEA BC Ferries888-223-3779bcferries.com
Washington State Ferries888-808-7977wsdot.wa.gov/ferries M.V. Coho888-993-3779cohoferry.com Victoria Clipper800-888-2535clippervacations.com Port Sidney Marina250-655-3711portsidney.com Van Isle Marina250-656-1138vanislemarina.com Alpine Sidney Spit Ferry250-474-5145alpinegroup.ca BY AIR WestJet888-937-8538westjet.com Air Canada888-247-2262aircanada.com Pacific Coastal Airlines800-663-2872pacificcoastal.com
Alaska Air/Horizon Air800-252-7522alaskaair.com
Victoria International Airport250-953-7500victoriaairport.com Saltspring Air877-537-9880saltspringair.com Helijet International800-665-4354helijet.com Harbour Air800-665-0212harbourair.com Kenmore Air866-435-9524kenmoreair.com GROUND TRANSPORTATION Sidney Taxi250-656-6666sidneytaxiltd.com BC Transit250-382-6161bctransit.com Budget Rent a Car250-953-5300budget.ca National Car Rental250-656-2541nationalcar.ca Pacific Coach Lines800-661-1725pacificcoach.com Greyhound Canada800-661-8747greyhound.ca
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Transportationgetting here is half the funSidney is the transportation hub of Southern
Vancouver Island. Victoria International Airport, BC
and Washington State ferries, local marinas, plus
local bus and taxi services make getting here
and getting around easy and affordable.
While visiting Vancouver Island enjoy the
Best of The Circle Route from Sidney to Sooke.
Visit VICircleRoute.com for more information!
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The high quality of visual work is also evident in many of
Sidney’s cafés, which give local artists a chance to show
their work to wider audiences.
The Sidney waterfront offers a fascinating sculpture walk,
displaying pieces selected from across North America.
The Town also features four art galleries, an attractive
historical museum and a cinema that plays first-run and
lesser-known independent films.
With so much on, there is never a dull moment in Sidney!
For the Art & Culture BuffPeople often wonder why so many artists,
musicians, and highly skilled crafts people live
in Sidney and on the Saanich Peninsula. Is it the
beautiful environment, the laid-back lifestyle, or
other factors that make the area such a haven for
creative people? No one will ever know for sure,
but the richness of the visual and performing arts
is truly remarkable.
The Community Arts Council of the Saanich Peninsula (CACSP)
is the heart of the arts community. With a mission to
encourage public awareness and appreciation of the cultural
life on the Peninsula, CACSP offers and supports events
throughout the year: the Spring and Fall Studio Tours, the
Artisans Show, and the Sidney Fine Art Show are but three
examples. The Community Arts Centre at Tulista Park is also
home to rotating exhibits of local artists’ dynamic work.
The Saanich Peninsula Arts and Crafts Society is another key
arts organization. With almost 400 members, the Society’s
annual art show attracts visitors from far and wide.
The Mary Winspear Centre, a state of the art community
centre, offers an extraordinary mix of cultural events
throughout the year, showcasing music, dance, and theatre
performers from around the world. The Centre also houses
one of the most outstanding exhibits of First Nations and
Canadian art from across Canada, a generous gift from the
Bill and Margot Winspear family.
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Attractions & AdventureSidney features an aquarium, an interactive
historical museum, an aviation museum, a
dynamic community arts centre, an outstanding
concert theatre, a seaside sculpture walk, whale
watching, hiking & biking trails & much more!
Sidney is also located a short drive from
world-renowned Butchart Gardens.
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ArtSea Gallery H9565 5th Street250-656-7400cacsp.com
BC Aviation Museum H1910 Norseman Road250-655-3300bcam.net
Blue Dog Kayaking9835 Seaport Place250-710-7693bluedogkayaking.com The Butchart Gardens H800 Benvenuto Avenue250-652-5256butchartgardens.com Victoria Butterfly Gardens H1461 Benvenuto Avenue250-652-3822butterflygardens.com
Heritage Acres7321 Lochside Drive250-652-5522shas.ca
Island Cruising9776 4th Street250-656-7070islandcruising.com Mary Winspear Centre H2243 Beacon Avenue250-656-0275marywinspear.ca Miracle Lanes H2375 Bevan Avenue250-656-2431miraclelanes.ca
Pacifica Paddle Sports789 Saunders Lane 250-665-7411 pacificapaddle.com
Panorama Recreation Centre H1885 Forest Park Drive250-656-7271panoramarecreation.ca
Sculpture & Historical Walk HSidney Waterfrontsidney.ca
Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea H9811 Seaport Place250-665-7511oceandiscovery.ca
Sidney Mineral World9808 Seaport Place 250-656-0791 scratchpatch.com
Sidney Museum & Archives H2423 Beacon Avenue250-655-6355sidneymuseum.ca
Sidney Street Market HBeacon Avenue250-656-1184sidneystreetmarket.com Sidney Whale Watching2537 Beacon Avenue250-656-7599sidneywhalewatching.com Star Cinema H9842 3rd Street250-655-3384starcinema.ca
Victoria Flying Club1852 Canso Road250-656-2833flyvfc.com NATURAL ATTRACTIONS Shoal Harbour Bird SanctuaryAccess through parking lot at 10440 Resthaven Drive
Coles Bay Regional Park9324 Inverness Road
Glass BeachSidney Waterfront Horth HillTatlow Road
Iroquois Park2295 Ocean Avenue Island View Beach Regional Park HIsland View Road John Dean Provincial ParkDean Park Road Lochside Regional Trail HVarious Access Points in Sidney
Sidney SpitFerry via Sidney Waterfront Tulista Park9565 5th Street Wellness Park H10091 Resthaven Drive OFF LEASH DOG PARKS Peter Grant Park (Sidney)Greenglade Road Cy Hampson Park HLochside Drive Pioneer Park HWest Saanich & Clarke Road
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Residents and visitors flock to Sidney’s annual
events. It is hard to imagine a community
more committed to celebrating with such flair
and enthusiasm!
Beginning in February, Family Day weekend is a festival of
all things LEGO with 3 days of activities and events for kids
of all ages. Summer kicks off with the Sidney Street Market
every Thursday night, a weekly happening that showcases
local crafts, produce, music and culinary delights. Not to be
missed are Sidney’s two annual parades, one on Canada
Day, the other at the end of November to launch the holiday
season. Floats, fun, and music abound in celebration of
the best the community has to offer. Summer brings
extraordinary free events such as World Oceans Day,
Summer Sounds, the Torque Masters Car Show, Bed Races
on Beacon, merchants’ sidewalk sales, and multiple events
at the Mary Winspear Centre including the First Nation,
Inuit and Metis Art Show. The Sidney Fine Art Show, the
ArtSea Fest and the Literary Festival are just a few of the
colourful fall events. Christmas in Sidney is a holiday
extravaganza that features carol singers, a festival of trees,
picturesque shop windows, charming horse and carriage
rides and more. With something for everyone, Sidney’s
annual events offer fun for the entire community!
Annual Events
February • Sidney LEGO Brick Festival
• Film Festival
May • Sidney Street Market
(Thursdays, May to August)
June • Access Awareness
• Taking it to the Street Road Hockey
• Van Isle Comic Con
• World Oceans Day
• Spring Studio Tour
July • Sidney Days, Canada Day Celebrations
• Sidney’s Sidewalk Sale
• Summer Sounds Outdoor Concerts (July & Aug)
August • Torque Masters Car Show Extravaganza
• First Nations, Inuit & Metis Art Show
• Beacon Bed Races
September • Sidney & Peninsula Literary Festival
• Sidney Seaside 5K and 10K
October • Sidney Fine Art Show
• ArtSea Festival
• Fall Studio Tour
• Treat Street
December • Christmas in Sidney
Sidney Festivals & Events
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Where to EatWith its relaxed West Coast ambiance, Sidney and
the Saanich Peninsula are home to more than
50 restaurants and cafés. The focus is on all things
local with a taste of the international too. The area
offers a wide range of culinary delights aimed to
please the most discerning palate.
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Alexander’s Coffee H2384 Beacon Avenue250-656-3234 Georgia Cafe & Deli H9805 Seaport Place250-655-9445sidneypier.com Jazzaniah Café & Catering H2376 Bevan Avenue778-426-3639jazzaniahcatering.ca Pop’s Ice Cream Shop H2446 Beacon Avenue
Quince Cafe & Ice Cream H2527 Beacon Avenue250-656-1657 Red Brick Café H2423 Beacon Avenue250-655-1822 Serious Coffee H2417 Beacon Avenue250-655-7255seriouscoffee.com/sidne
Sidney Bakery H2507 Beacon Avenue250-656-1012sidneybakery.com
Starbucks H2471 Beacon Avenue250-655-09492345 Beacon Avenue250-656-2735starbucks.ca The Beacon Café2505 Beacon Avenue778-426-FOOD Tim Hortons H2343 Beacon Avenue250-656-3393timhortons.com
Toast Café H2400 Bevan Avenue250-665-6234 RESTAURANTS Beacon Landing Restaurant & Lounge H2537 Beacon Avenue250-656-6690beaconlanding.ca Bistro Suisse H2470 Beacon Avenue250-656-5353bistrosuisse.com Boondocks H9732 1st Street250-656-4088boondocksinsidney.com
Charles Dickens Pub H2280 Beacon Avenue250-656-5042charlesdickenssidney.com Chef on the Run H9781 2nd Street250-655-3141chefontherun.net
Collosso Pizzeria & Grill H9819 5th Street250-656-7666 Dairy Queen H2323 Bevan Avenue250-656-3339dairyqueen.com Fish on Fifth H9812 5th Street250-656-4022fishon5th.com Five & Dime Diner H2305 Beacon Avenue778-351-1555fiveanddimediner.com Good Fortune Restaurant H9838 3rd Street250-656-5112goodfortunerestaurantsidney.ca Green Wasabi H9810 4th Street250-656-0068
Haro’s Restaurant & Bar H9805 Seaport Place250-655-9700haros.ca
Julien Creperie H2380 Beacon Avenue250-655-6626
J Kitchen H2305 Beacon Avenue250-516-6403
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Where to StayFrom modern, well-appointed hotel rooms, some
overlooking the sea, to cozy bed and breakfasts,
Sidney offers accommodation to suit any taste and
pocket book. All locations are conveniently located
in the heart of the Town. Each offers an array of
amenities and friendly service. So take your pick
and enjoy your stay!
McDonalds H2220 Beacon Avenue250-655-6040mcdonalds.ca Maria’s Souvlaki Greek Restaurant H9812 2nd Street250-656-9944mariassouvlaki.ca Mariner Pizza H2321 James White Blvd250-656-9606marinerpizza.ca Odyssia Steak House H9785 5th Street250-656-5596 Panago Pizza H2353 Bevan Avenue250-310-0001panago.com Pier Bistro H2550 Beacon Avenue250-655-4995
Pizza Hut H203-9810 7th Street250-652-8414 pizzahut.ca Quiznos H2360 Beacon Avenue250-655-8934quiznos.ca Riptide Cafe H9818 4th Street778- 351-3833riptidecafe.ca
Rumrunner Pub & Restaurant H9881 Seaport Place250-656-5643rumrunnerpub.ca
Sabhai Thai H2493 Beacon Avenue250-655-4085sabhai.ca Sidney Harbour Chinese Buffet Restaurant H2500 Beacon Avenue778-426-3888
Smitty’s Family Restaurant H2306 Beacon Avenue250-656-2423smittys.ca Subway H9810 7th Street250-656-9533subway.ca Surly Mermaid H9851 Seaport Place 778-351-1544 surlymermaid.ca Taste of Tokyo H9842 Resthaven Drive250-656-6862tasteoftokyo.ca Thai Corner H2359 Beacon Avenue778-426-4680thai-corner-restaurant.com Third Street Cafe H2466 Beacon Avenue250-656-3035 Woodshed Restaurant H2360 Beacon Avenue778-426-3442woodshedsidney.com
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Beacon Inn9724 - 3rd Street 250-655-3288 877-420-5499 thebeaconinn.com
Best Western PLUS Emerald Isle2306 Beacon Avenue 250-656-4441 800-315-3377 bwemeraldisle.com
Cedarwood Inn9522 Lochside Drive 250-656-5551 877-656-5551 thecedarwood.ca
The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa9805 Seaport Place 250-655-9445 866-659-9445 sidneypier.com
Victoria Aiport Sidney Travelodge2280 Beacon Avenue 250-656-1176 866-656-1176 travelodgevictoriaairport.ca
Waterfront Inn & Suites9775 First Street 250-656-1131 888-656-1131 sidneywaterfrontinn.com
CAMPING
McDonald Park Campground10740 McDonald Park 250-654-4000 pc.gc.ca
Island View Beach CampgroundIsland View Road 250-650-9564crd.bc.ca/islandviewbeach
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Mentioning bird
watching, the
area is on the
migratory route
for a wide variety
of birds. The 143 hectare
Shoal Harbour Migratory Bird
Sanctuary is a few minutes from
downtown Sidney and provides habitat for
more than 2400 birds representing 51 species
during the year. Other nearby sites include Roberts Bay,
Island View Beach, Horth Hill and many others.
Cycling is another popular activity that attracts riders from
near and far. With safe streets and well-marked bike paths,
Sidney welcomes riders of all levels. The Lochside Trail
and the YYJ airport path are popular destinations. For the
adventurous, mountain bike trails are close by too.
Hiking and walking opportunities abound, not just in
Sidney, but in nearby provincial parks, along the waterfront,
the beaches, and in other scenic locations.
Sidney is perfect for outdoor fun, adventure and relaxation!
For the Outdoorsy TypePeople come from around the world to enjoy
Sidney’s recreation and leisure activities. And with
good reason! The area offers so much to do, all in
the midst of extraordinary natural beauty.
Surrounded by water and blessed with mild winters, Sidney
is a recreation paradise. Whether golfing, sailing, yachting,
kayaking, or paddle boarding, people who love the water are
drawn to the beautiful Salish Sea and the stunning Gulf and
San Juan Islands. Without doubt, Sidney is a boater’s delight!
Not surprising, Sidney offers excellent fishing and crabbing
opportunities too, some from Bevan Pier in the heart of
town. All it takes is a license and a little time!
Twenty-five minutes away is Sidney Spit, a unique National
Park accessible only by boat or ferry. With picnic and
camping facilities, Sidney Spit is a gem enjoyed by locals
and visitors throughout the summer. It offers excellent
hiking trails and bird and wildlife watching too. The sandy
beaches are quiet, immaculately clean, and a true get-away.
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Wineries & FarmsWith its ideal growing conditions, the Saanich
Peninsula is home to several wineries, a cidery,
brewery, and small-scale farms that produce
bountiful crops of vegetables, fruit and flowers.
In addition, Victoria Distillers, known for
Victoria Gin, is now open on the Sidney
waterfront. Tastings and tours are
offered daily!
Victoria Distillers H9891 Seaport Place250-544-8217victoriadistillers.com
Category 12 Brewing H2200 Keating Cross Road250-652-9668category12beer.com
Church & State Wines1445 Benvenuto Avenue250-652-2671churchandstatewines.com
de Vine Vineyards6181b Old W. Saanich Road250-665-6983devinevineyards.ca
Dragonfly Hill Vineyard6130 Old W. Saanich Road250-652-3782
Highland House Winery H9100 E. Saanich Road250-655-0009roostfarmcentre.com Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse H2487 Mt. St. Michael Road250-544-4824seacider.ca
Starling Lane Vineyard5271 Old W. Saanich Road 250-479-4769starlinglanevineyard.com
Symphony Vineyard H6409B Oldfield Road250-208-8784symphonyvineyard.com Victoria Lavender Farm & Petting Zoo H1899 John Road250-857-2526victorialavender.com
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Retail TherapyEnjoy a little retail therapy while visiting Sidney
by the sea! Sidney’s boutique shops offer quality
goods always with a smile: from the latest in
fashions and books to delightful baked goods
and flowers; from gift shops to pet shops to super
markets, liquor stores and all that’s in between!
Sidney brings new meaning to “shop local.”
Every effort is made to highlight local and
Canadian-made goods with just enough from
around the world to add a bit of extra sparkle.
Italian shoes, British clothes, Turkish jewelry, and
tea from around the world are just a few of the
very special products you’ll enjoy in Sidney.
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ShoppingSidney is a shopper’s paradise offering the latest
in fashion, home wares, specialty items and gifts,
and a wide range of the practical everyday things
we all need. Kids and pets get special attention
in Sidney. And as Canada’s only “Booktown,”
the town features 5 unique and independent
bookstores.
Population wise, Sidney is
a small, charming seaside
town, but peek beneath
the surface and you find a
range of first-rate
professional services that
would be the envy of a much
larger metropolis. Whatever
your needs, Sidney can meet
them in health, wellness,
finance and business, to
name a few. In each of
these areas, Sidney offers
qualified, experienced
professionals who stand
ready to provide advice, guidance and unique services
designed to meet or exceed your expectations.
Whether it’s your health, wellness or personal business
needs, you don’t need to leave Sidney to find qualified,
experienced professionals. For a listing of Sidney’s service
sector business visit distinctlysidney.ca
Locals and visitors alike love Sidney, not just for all it
offers, but also because of its beautiful clean and safe
environment, the opportunity to explore and enjoy the
natural world, but mostly because of its friendly, caring
people. The strong sense of community pulls people back
to Sidney year after year and it’s the pride and love for the
Town that keeps people here.
Come see for yourself.
Island life doesn’t get any better than this!
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ACCESSORIES & GIFTS Cameron Rose H2506 Beacon Avenue #102250-656-8782cameronrose.ca The Dancing Orchid H2416 Beacon Avenue250-656-1318 J. Burke & Sons Tobacconists H2373 Beacon Avenue250-655-1556 Jaylyn Jewellers H2510 Bevan Avenue #12250-656-5556jaylynjewellers.com Kielzack Jewellers H2527 Beacon Avenue250-655-0846
Laloca H2367 Beacon Avenue778-351-3844
Papyrus Cards & Gifts H2537 Beacon Avenue250-656-1358 Pitt & Hobbs H2408 Beacon Avenue250-656-3088pittandhobbs.com Provenance Fine Things H2536 Beacon Avenue250-656-5676 ART GALLERIES Ethereal Earth Fantasy Art2405 Beacon Avenue778-351-3553alisonspokes.ca
Odette Laroche Gallery H2527 Beacon Avenue250-655-8278odettelarocheart.com Peninsula Gallery H2506 Beacon Avenue250-655-1282pengal.com
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Tivoli Gallery H2475 Beacon Avenue250-656-1455tivoligallery.ca
The Village Gallery H2459 Beacon Avenue250-656-3633villagegallerysidney.com
BANKS BMO Bank of Montreal H2461 Beacon Avenue250-656-7221bmo.com CIBC H2339 Beacon Avenue250-655-2132cibc.ca Coast Capital Savings H2297 Beacon Avenue250-483-8321coastcapitalsavings.com
RBC Royal Bank H2464 Beacon Avenue250-356-3340rbcroyalbank.com Scotia Bank H2355 Beacon Avenue250-655-2250scotiabank.com TD Canada Trust H2406 Beacon Avenue250-655-5244td.com
BOOKSTORES & COLLECTIBLES Beacon Books H2372 Beacon Avenue250-655-4447sidneybooktown.ca Dog’s Breath Antiques H2423 Beacon Avenue250-656-0220
Galleon Books & Antiques H2506 Beacon Avenue #106250-655-0700sidneybooktown.ca Tanner’s Books H2436 Beacon Avenue250-656-2345tannersbooks.com The Children’s Bookshop H2436 Beacon Avenue250-656-2345sidneybooktown.ca The Haunted Bookshop H9807 3rd Street250-656-8805sidneybooktown.ca The Military & History Bookshop H9812 4th Street250-655-3969sidneybooktown.ca Treasure Island Collectables2428 Beacon Avenue250-655-5000
GROCERIES, FLORAL & PHARMACIES 7-11 H2328 Beacon Avenue250-656-27117elevenstores.ca Browns The Florist H2499 Beacon Avenue250-656-3313brownsflorist.com Chevron Gas Station H2260 Beacon Avenue250-656-2353chevronwithtechron.ca Co-op Sidney Gas Bar H2526 Bevan Avenue250-656-5003peninsulaco-op.com Fairway Market H2531 Beacon Avenue250-656-0727fairwaymarkets.com Lifestyle Select H9769 5th Street250-656-2326lifestylemarkets.com Mother Nature’s Market & Deli H2310 Beacon Avenuemothernaturesbc.ca
People’s Pharmacy H2379 Bevan Avenue 250-656-0882 peoplesdrugmart.com
Pharmasave Sidney H9810 7th Street250-656-1348pharmasave.com
Satellite Fish Market H2550 Beacon Avenue250-656-2642 Save On Foods H2345 Beacon Avenue250-656-2735saveonfoods.com Shoppers Drug Mart H2337 Beacon Avenue250-656-1102shoppersdrugmart.ca Sidney Natural Foods H2473 Beacon Avenue250-656-4634 Sidney Pharmacy H2425 Bevan Avenue250-656-0744sidneypharmacy.ca Thrifty Foods H9810 7th Street250-656-0946thriftyfoods.com SPECIALTY, HOBBIES & THRIFT STORES BC SPCA Thrift Store H9768 Third Street250-885-7010
Beacon Community Services Thrift Shops H9775 3rd Street250-656-35119781 3rd Street250-655-64169760 4th Street 250-656-6828 beaconcs.ca
Booty’s Boat Locker9835 Seaport Place 778-351-2955
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Flush Bathroom Essentials H2537 Beacon Avenue250-655-7732flushbath.ca Great Canadian Dollar Store H2488 Beacon Avenue250-656-8611dollarstores.com
Home Hardware H2356 Beacon Avenue250-656-2712homehardware.ca Iris H2423 Beacon Avenue #101250-656-1413iris.ca Island Blue Print H2411 Beacon Avenue250-656-1233islandblue.com Lilaberry Home Décor H2474 Beacon Avenue250-656-3232 Lordco H2353 Bevan Avenue #7250-655-9311lordco.com Monk Office H9839 5th Street250-655-3888monk.ca Motion Specialties H9764 5th Street #4250-656-6228motionspecialties.com
Muffet & Louisa H2506 Beacon Avenue #109250-656-0011muffetandlouisa.com
One Stop Furniture Shop H9819 5th Street250-655-7467onestopfurniture.ca
Picture Panache Framing & Design H9715A Second Street250-655-7301
Ray Dahl Optical H2376 Bevan Avenue250-655-1122raydahloptical.ca Sidney Buy & Sell H9818 4th Street778-351-2244sidneybuyandsell.ca
Seaside Cabinetry & Design H9715 First Street250-812-4304 seasidecabinetry.ca Sidney Eyeland Optical H2451 Beacon Avenue250-656-3626eyelandoptical.ca Sidney Scooters H2378B Beacon Avenue250 654-0021sidneyscooterrental.com
The Source H2352 Beacon Avenue250-656-5771thesource.ca
Sweet Dreams Boutique H2492 Beacon Avenue250-656-0510sweetdreamsboutique.com
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Buddies Toys H2494 Beacon Avenue250-655-7171buddiestoys.ca
Dollarama H2210 Beacon Avenue250-655-0375dollarama.com
Green Door Thrift Store H9781a 2nd Street250-656-4071
In Sheeps Clothing H9711 5th Street250-656-2499insheepsclothing.ca
Janet’s Special Teas H2451 Beacon Avenue250-655-9477janetsspecialteas.ca Lolly Gobble H9774 3rd Street778-426-2541lollygobblesweets.com Rogers’ Chocolates H2423 Beacon Avenue250-655-0305rogerschocolates.com Russ Hay’s H2426 Bevan Avenue250-656-1512russhays.com Saint Vincent de Paul Thrift Store H9775 2nd Street250-642-7824svdpvictoria.com
Second Chances H9780 2nd Street #101250-655-0738catscradleanimalrescue.com
Tobra Printing & Embroidery H2B, 9851 Seaport Place(250) 656-5500tobra.ca Victoria Lavender Store H2506 Beacon Avenue #107250-656-1149victorialavender.com HOME, KITCHEN & GARDEN Barking Dog Studio H2506 Beacon Avenue250-216-3423barkingdogstudio.ca
Bowlin Photo H2439 Beacon Avenue250-656-5443bowlinphoto.net Canada Post H2513 Beacon Avenue866-607-6301canadapost.ca Capital Iron H9768 5th Street250-655-7115capitaliron.net Cloverdale Paint H9768 5th Street250-656-3975cloverdalepaint.com Dig This H9813 3rd Street778-426-1998digthis.com DTI Computers H2475 Bevan Avenue250-655-0928dticomputers.com
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d.g.bremner & co. menswear2449 Beacon Avenue #1250-654-0534dgbremner.com Ecotopia9816 Seaport Place #101778-426-3088ecotopianaturals.com
El Dorado Treasures2448 Beacon Avenue #B778-351-1130
House of Lily Koi2507C Beacon Avenue 778-351-3018 Hypersport Activewear2443 Beacon Avenue250-656-6161 Island Shoe Place2378 Beacon Avenue250-656-582
Kiddin’ Around9769 5th Street #3a250-656-1041 Mark’s9764 5th Street250-656-1970marks.com Marmalade Tart Boutique2506 Beacon Avenue #103778-426-3356marmaladetart.ca Miss Bliss Boutique H2389 Beacon Avenue778-426-0479
Norma Jeans’ Closet2405 Beacon Avenue250-516-7653normajeanscloset.net
Repeat Boutique H9768 3rd Street778-351-1111 Sidney Casuals H2513B Beacon Avenue250-656-4413
Smashin Fashin H2420 Beacon Avenue250-655-9558smashinfashin.ca
Suzanne’s & Jenny’s H2341 Beacon Avenue250-656-0096suzannes.biz Sweet Talk & Lace Lingerie2424 Beacon Avenue250-656-1002sweettalkandlacelingerie.ca Tatum & Olivia H2493 Beacon Avenue778-351-2493tatumandolivia.com Taylor Lynn Petites H2418 Beacon Avenue250-655-7111taylorlynnpetites.com W&J Wilson H2348 Beacon Avenue778.426.4446wandjwilson.com Walk In Comfort H2447 Beacon Avenue250-655-7463 Waterlily Shoes H2537 Beacon Avenue #101250-656-5606waterlilyshoes.com
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Tom Harris Cellular H9810 7th Street #303 250-655-4410tomharris.com United Floors H9752 4th Street250-655-4858unitedfloors.ca The Ultimate Water Store H2305 Beacon Avenue250-655-8922sidneywaterstore.ca
The Vacuum Centre H2527 Beacon Avenue #103250-655-8821thevacuumcentre.com LIQUOR STORES BC Liquor Store H2335 Beacon Avenue250-656-3041bcliquorstores.com Beacon Landing Liquor & More H2537 Beacon Avenue250-655-6531liquorandmore.ca Sidney Cold Beer & Wine Liquor Shoppe H2240 Beacon Avenue250-655-3966 sidneyliquorstore.ca
Victoria Distillers H9891 Seaport Place250-544-8217victoriadistillers.com
PET STORES Bosley’s by Pet Valu H2353 Bevan Avenue250-656-6977bosleys.com
Reigning Cats & Dogs H9802 5th Street250-656-4700 Sidney’s Pet Centre & Aquatics H9769 5th Street250-656-3314sidneypetcentre.com
CLOTHING & SHOES Adventure Clothing H2348 Beacon Avenue778-426-4447adventureclothing.ca
Atticus H2495 Beacon Avenue250-656-7621atticusidney.com Baden-Baden Boutique H2485 Beacon Avenue250-655-7118badenbadenboutiques.com Barbara’s Boutique H2392 Beacon Avenue250-655-0372badenbadenboutiques.com Bubba Loo Children’s Boutique H2410 Beacon Avenue250-655-7270 Connections9783 3rd Street #1250-655-0570connectionssidneybc.ca Cottons & Blues2437 Beacon Avenue250-656-6933
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✩ Imagine what life was like at the BC Aviation Museum and the Saanich Historical Artifacts Society
✩ Enjoy the Canada Day parade and the fun and silly events held on Sidney Days
✩ Ride the Rose Carousel at The Butchart Gardens
✩ Visit the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea and come face to face with our local watery creatures
✩ See a movie at Star Cinema or go bowling at Miracle Lanes
✩ Ride bikes down Lochside Trail
✩ Explore Sidney’s Children’s Book Shop and the local library
✩ Swim, paddle or play in the pool at Panorama Recreation Centre
✩ Watch for Santa at the Sidney Sparkles Parade
✩ Visit the Sidney Museum with its lively displays about Sidney’s past
✩ Enjoy browsing and shopping in Sidney’s toy and candy shops
✩ Explore the caves and hunt for gem stones at Sidney Mineral World
✩ Get wet, giggle and wiggle your toes in the splash park at Iroquois Park
✩ Hunt for sea glass, shells, or pieces of driftwood on Glass Beach
✩ Watch for seals and minks at Sidney’s waterfront
✩ Go fishing or crabbing off Sidney Pier (under adult supervision and with a license!)
✩ Go skim-boarding at Sidney Spit and enjoy the 15-minute ferry ride that gets you there
✩ Enjoy a picnic anywhere on the waterfront
✩ Swing, climb and hang upside down in one of Sidney many play parks
✩ Hold a pygmy goat, count the chickens, or pet a lamb at the Victoria Lavender Farm
✩ Go whale and wildlife watching with Sidney Whale Watching
✩ Attend a day camp at Panorama Recreation Centre
✩ Experience the beauty and curiosity of a tropical jungle up close at Butterfly Gardens
For the Wee Ones
Sidney is buzzing with things to do for kids and family...
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Salons & SpasSidney and the surrounding area are home to a
wide range of traditional and complementary health
and wellness practices. Whether you seek advice,
information, help or a relaxing treatment, Sidney’s
professional health and wellness practitioners are
ready and willing to be of assistance.
2nd Street Studio H9843 2nd Street250-656-1713
Avalon Spa and Wellness Center H1-2227 James White Blvd250-656-0585avalonspabc.com Beacon Barber H2448 Beacon Avenue250-656-5244 Beauty by the Sea H9774 Third Street778-351-2889beautybythesea1.com Beauty on 5th Salon H9711 Fifth Street250-655-1091beautyon5thsalon.com
Bell Buoy Barber Shop9769B Second Street250-656-4111 Bevan Avenue Salon & Esthetics H2490 Bevan Avenue250-655-5032
Dave’s Barber Stylist H2423 Beacon Avenue250-216-3040davesbarberstylist.com
Escape In Thyme H2227 James White Blvd250-818-0149escapeinthyme.com
Exist Hairworx H9851 Seaport Place250-656-2321
Fresh Esthetics Studio H2453 Beacon Avenue #312250-686-6208fresh-studio.ca Focus 5000 Hair Designers H2527 Beacon Avenue250-656-8122focus5000hair.com
Going Platinum H2426 Bevan Avenue250-655-3443goingplatinumhairdesign.ca
The Hair District H2376 Bevan Avenue #102250-656-1522houseofrussellstylists.com Haven Spa & Salon H9805 Seaport Place250-655-9445sidneypier.com Island Haircutting9810 7th Street #202250-656-3700islandhaircutting.com
Janza Studio H9840 5th Street250-655-9595
Madrona Massage Therapy & Acupuncture H2490 Bevan Avenue250-656-0311madronamassage.ca
Phi Massage H9756 3rd Street250-655-0515phimassage.com
Plum Blossom Acupuncture & Herbology302A - 9775 Fourth Street778) 426-1978 plumblossom.org PN Nails H 2360 Beacon Avenue250-655-1680
Reach Health H9710 Second Street #102778-351-1191reachhealth.ca
The Refresh and Anti- Aging Services Day Spa H2527 Beacon Avenue #101250-655-7070oceanpalmrefresh.com
Salon J H2506 Beacon Avenue #101250-656-9111salonj.ca
Second Street Tattoo H9788 2nd Street250-656-2227
Sidney Barbers H9843 2nd Street250-655-0812
Sidney Beauty Salon H2360 Beacon Avenue250-656-3622sidneybeautyandtanning.com
Sidney Massage Therapy Clinic2453 Beacon Avenue #206250-655-4594
Sidney Nail & Spa H9788 2nd Street778-426-3838 Stem to Stern Massage Clinic2453 Beacon Avenue #333250-656-4116
Studio A H2460 Bevan Avenue #101250-655-0094
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Sidney’s Historical RootsThousands of years before European settlers
arrived in 1860, the Coast Salish People lived
a rich and varied life on the Saanich Peninsula,
enjoying the many gifts of land and sea. Sadly, a
series of smallpox epidemics prior to and after the
settlers arrived decimated the local population.
Many of the early settlers were prospectors on their way
to the Fraser River in search of gold. In 1892, land was
designated as a town site to be called Sidney after an
adjacent island.
The area grew rapidly and was quickly served by three
railways and several ferries. Both brought local farmers and
Victoria residents to Sidney and the railways stimulated a
real estate boom. Although the railroads closed many years
ago, Sidney still serves as a transportation hub with BC and
Washington State ferries and Victoria International Airport
all close at hand.
Before the 1920’s, Sidney’s economy was largely based
on agriculture, food processing, and a few manufacturing
operations. During this time, local pirates made good use
of motorboats. The introduction of prohibition in the USA
encouraged rum running, which led to a murder at sea and
the execution of those found guilty.
Sidney played a key role in both World Wars. During WWI, a
military camp served as a holding area for regiments before
deployment. The airport was initially built for the military
to provide training and home defense. More than 10,000
aircrew were trained there during WWII.
In 1945, regular commercial flights started. In 1953, Fairey
Aviation developed a plane servicing operation, the only
one between Alaska and San Francisco. Martin Mars water
bombers were also built there. Airport lands are presently
home to multiple manufacturing and service enterprises.
Today Sidney is largely a tourism and retirement
destination. Its boutique shops, varied services, events
and cultural assets help make Sidney the vibrant, friendly
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Useful Information
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION To report a crime in progress or a life-threatening
emergency situation call 911
Town of Sidney Municipal Hall
250-656-11842440 Sidney Avenue
sidney.ca
Official Visitor Information Services
The Visitor Information Centre in Sidney is ready to assist you with your travel in British Columbia. Identified by the distinctive logo, the Visitor Information Centre provides a wide range of travel literature and information on the best kept secrets in each community. Come on in and ask a local!
Sidney Visitor Centre2281 Beacon Avenue 250-665-7362
Non Emergency Numbers
RCMP 250-656-39319895 4th Street
Sidney Fire Department250-656-21219837 3rd Street
Ambulance250-727-24009824 3rd Street
Poison Control Centre1-800-567-8911
Hospital & Walk In Clinics
Saanich Peninsula Hospital250-544-76762166 Mt Newton X Rd
Peninsula Medical (Walk-In Clinic)250-656-41772379 Bevan Avenue
Associated Physicians2425 Bevan Avenue250-656-1164
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PARKING IN SIDNEY
The Town of Sidney offers plenty of free parking, including overnight parking. Downtown parking has 1, 2, 3, or 24-hour parking limits. For detailed information on other parking options visit sidney.ca
BOAT LAUNCH & PARKING
Tulista Park9565 5th Street
Iroquois Park2295 Ocean Avenue
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
The Town of Sidney has 4 level 2 EV chargers available 24 hours a day:
• 2343 Beacon Avenue• 9751 3rd Street• 2544 Beacon Avenue• 2440 Sidney Avenue
BIKE RACK LOCATIONS
• 9768 5th Street• 2281 Beacon Avenue• 9805 Seaport Place• 2406 Beacon Avenue• 2384 Beacon Avenue• 10091 Resthaven Drive• 2400 Bevan Avenue• 9835 Seaport Place• 9811 Seaport Place
• 9810 7th Street• 2423 Beacon Avenue• 2243 Beacon Avenue • 2400 Sidney Avenue• 2379 Beacon Avenue• 9895 4th Avenue• 2285 Ocean Avenue• 9884 Third Street• 9842 Sidney Avenue
Lot A - pay and long term parking9741 2nd StreetLot B - 3 hour parking9821 3rd StreetLot C - 3 hour parking9843 4th StreetLot E - 3 hour parking2330 Bevan AvenueLot F - 3 hour parking9751 3rd Street
RV & OVERSIZE VEHICLE PARKING
Mary Winspear Centre2243 Beacon Avenue250-656-0275Power and showers available, see the front desk to purchase a pass and for more information.
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Over 100 years in bloom
Open every day of the year
PARKING IN SIDNEY
The Town of Sidney offers plenty of free parking, including overnight parking. Downtown parking has 1, 2, 3, or 24-hour parking limits. For detailed information on other parking options visit sidney.ca
BOAT LAUNCH & PARKING
Tulista Park9565 5th Street
Iroquois Park2295 Ocean Avenue
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
The Town of Sidney has 4 level 2 EV chargers available 24 hours a day:
• 2343 Beacon Avenue• 9751 3rd Street• 2544 Beacon Avenue• 2440 Sidney Avenue
BIKE RACK LOCATIONS
• 9768 5th Street• 2281 Beacon Avenue• 9805 Seaport Place• 2406 Beacon Avenue• 2384 Beacon Avenue• 10091 Resthaven Drive• 2400 Bevan Avenue• 9835 Seaport Place• 9811 Seaport Place
• 9810 7th Street• 2423 Beacon Avenue• 2243 Beacon Avenue • 2400 Sidney Avenue• 2379 Beacon Avenue• 9895 4th Avenue• 2285 Ocean Avenue• 9884 Third Street• 9842 Sidney Avenue
Lot A - pay and long term parking9741 2nd StreetLot B - 3 hour parking9821 3rd StreetLot C - 3 hour parking9843 4th StreetLot E - 3 hour parking2330 Bevan AvenueLot F - 3 hour parking9751 3rd Street
RV & OVERSIZE VEHICLE PARKING
Mary Winspear Centre2243 Beacon Avenue250-656-0275Power and showers available, see the front desk to purchase a pass and for more information.
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