Updated August 2021 LIFE STYLE www.hellobc.com Great for maps and information about accommodations, activities, restaurants, etc. www.suncoastarts.com Very comprehensive information from the Coast Cultural Alliance about all manner of performances, workshops, music, galleries and things artistic. www.sunshine-coast-trails.com Hiking and biking information with maps of the more popular trails. http://www.scrd.ca/dakota-ridge Dakota Ridge Winter Recreational Area for when you want to play in the snow. http://deeprooted.ca/cca/calendar.aspx A complete listing of entertainment on the Coast.
For those interested in hiking, consider joining our Weekend Warriors group. You can also contact STRIDERS – walking on the Sunshine Coast – Monday mornings. Hikes take up to two hours and are usually followed by coffee or lunch. Some of the paths are muddy and uneven, and some are steep for short stretches but none are very strenuous. Locations for hikes include Smuggler Cove, Cliff Gilker Park, Soames Hill, Hidden Groves, and Gospel Rock. If you are interested in joining Striders contact mondaystriders@gmail.com. Car-pooling may be arranged. For those interested in curling contact GibsonsCurling@Gmail.com
VOLUNTEERING Volunteering is a good way to get to know your community. The Sunshine Coast Volunteer Centre maintains a list of available volunteer positions that have been submitted by local organizations. Have a look and see if any might be suitable for you. www.scvolunteer.com Telephone: 604-885-1036 Email: mailto: scvolunteer@dccnet.com
WELCOME WAGON has been replaced by another service A representative will deliver a "basket" full of information and resources as well as gifts and gift cards from many Sunshine Coast businesses, all free of charge! Anyone who has moved to or relocated on the Coast in the past year is eligible. Also, expectant or parents of a new baby receive a "Baby Welcome" Basket up to 12 months from birth. Please contact Stephanie Taylor at welcometothecoast202@gmail.com
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION www.busonline.ca Sunshine Coast Transit www.bcferries.com BC Ferries http://sunshinecoastconnector.ca/ Daily coach services from Powell River and the Sunshine Coast to downtown Vancouver and Vancouver International Airport. https://www.harbourair.com/ Harbour Air http://www.sunshinecoastair.com/ Sunshine Coast Air A junior version of the Newcomers Club has been set up on a Facebook site for people age 30 to 50 . For more info see www.facebook.com/groups/35535292937073 or search Facebook for Sunshine Coast BC New People Social Club.