Category: News
Women Behind the Brands: Celebrating Island Good Entrepreneurs for International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Across Canada, communities are recognizing the impact women have in shaping business, leadership, and innovation. At Island Good, that impact is especially strong. Over 60% of our members are women owners… Read more
Small Swaps, Big Island Impact – Shop Island Good in 2026
Island Good Sponsor Announcement! Welcome Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU) as the 2026 Island Good Sponsor! CCCU will have a prominent presence on our newly evolved website, and support our Island Good initiatives throughout the year. With their reach across communities island-wide, CCCU brings extra resources, expertise, and connections to… Read more
Make Your Holiday’s Island Good
The holidays are almost here, and it’s the perfect time to support the makers, growers, and creators who call Vancouver Island and the rural islands home. From hosting essentials to thoughtful gifts, here are a few Island Good ways to brighten your season: Fill Your Table With Local Flavour… Read more
Explore the North Island & Shop Island Good This Summer!
Fun social with Island Good members at Beach Fire Brewing in Campbell River There’s still time to enjoy the North Island this summer! Combine a scenic adventure with some local shopping, from Comox to the tip of the Island. Island Good businesses offer amazing products and experiences you won’t want… Read more
Explore the Best of the Central Island with Island Good!
Millstone Gallery in Nanaimo Visiting Antidote Distilling in Port Alberni Looking for the perfect excuse to explore Central Vancouver Island this summer? We’ve got one: shop local and enjoy amazing Island-made products while discovering some of the best spots from Nanaimo to Port Alberni. Whether you’re craving chocolate, craft beer,… Read more
July-August 2025 Island Farm and Garden Article – Microgreens
Read the full article in the July-August, 2025 Island Farm and Garden Magazine When you envision farming, images of fields full of crops may come to mind. But farming today can take many forms—and believe it or not, there could be a full-fledged microgreen farm operating right next door to you!… Read more
Explore the Best of the Southern Island with Island Good!
Visiting the Jam Factory at Saltspring Kitchen Co. The orchard at Sea Cider Farm + Ciderhouse Looking for a fun and meaningful way to support local businesses while exploring Vancouver Island’s beautiful southern region during the summer? Why not check out the Island Good locations scattered throughout the region! From… Read more
Celebrate Dads, Discover Local, and Get Ready for Island Good Days!
Celebrate Father’s Day with Island Goodness Sam and Ron Vermeulen, Hazel’s Ice Cream Paul Gill, Sutra Sauces Father’s Day is around the corner and if you are racking your brain on what to give your dad this year Island Good has you covered! There are so many options grown and… Read more
Celebrate Island Good in June
Photo by HA Photography The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance brought Island Good to life in 2018. Since then, Island Good has become the leader in helping Island residents find locally grown, made and produced products. Now, more than ever, that consumer sentiment to support local is growing. Let Island Good… Read more
The Value of Island Good. Why it Matters.
Island Good Article for April 2025 Farm and Garden Article – by Diana Jolly, Project Administrator, Island Good The Value of Local Food: Why Island Good Matters These days, the world feels a little uncertain—especially when it comes to food. Prices keep changing, tariffs are on the horizon, and supply… Read more