Must-see shopping in British Columbia

  • Turnabout

    Fairview & South Granville

    The original branch of a popular Lower Mainland mini-chain, this high-end used-clothing consignment store is perfect for a spot of leisurely browsing…

  • Marquis Wine Cellars

    Vancouver

    Small and friendly, this boutique wine shop has a down-to-earth approach to its products, which makes it a great place to hit if you can't tell the…

  • Hilary's Cheese

    Vancouver Island

    Handily located next to a bakery, this long-established cheesemaker purveys a rich selection of local and international cheeses that'll add nuance to your…

  • Downtown Farmers Market

    Vancouver

    This farmers market has popped up outside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in recent years and it's popular with office workers on their way home. The usual…

  • Michael Dean Jewellery

    Vancouver

    Pearls and Canadian diamonds feature prominently in the rings created by local artisan Michael Dean, who works on his shiny trinkets at this cozy little…

  • Vinyl Records

    Gastown & Chinatown

    There's a huge array of albums to riffle through at this vinyl-lover's dream but make sure you strike up a conversation with the owner since he knows…

  • Restoration Hardware

    Fairview & South Granville

    Filled with furnishings and interior flourishes that you wish you had in your house, this upmarket favorite has lots of design ideas for transforming your…

  • Kali

    Vancouver

    Serving up an eclectically diverse array of well-curated women's clothing and crafty housewares and trinkets sourced from around the world, this popular…

  • Cove Bike Shop

    North Shore

    A popular store for hardcore local mountain bikers, the Cove doesn't rent bikes but it sells and services them for the area's serious bike dudes. An…

  • Still Eagle Planetary Persuasions

    British Columbia

    Fair-trade and Kootenay-produced clothing, kitchen goods and products for the home are sold in this large store, which has a deep environmental commitment…

  • Mud Room

    Vancouver Island

    A colorful little gallery of Hobbity pottery and clay works where you can pick up a unique souvenir of your Vancouver Island visit.

  • Isis Essentials

    British Columbia

    The place to feel the local hippy vibe with essential oils in a feminist setting. Sniff out the line of Dungeon Sense scents.