Sidney

Sidney

Sidney (population: 11,315) is located on the Saanich Peninsula in southern Vancouver Island. It’s an artsy, seaside community surrounded by parks, nature reserves and all sorts of farms. Most days, Sidney Island, the San Juan Islands and Mt. Baker are clearly visible from its popular waterfront walkway. The commercial hub of the peninsula, it manages to offer a wide range of shopping options, tour operators, visitor services and recreational facilities and still maintain a slow-and-easy pace of life. Many of the South Island’s top attractions, including world-famous Butchart Gardens, are just a short drive away.