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Description: Provides ferry services between Vancouver Island and the British Columbia mainland.
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Description: A renowned garden attraction near Victoria, offering beautiful floral displays and visitor services.
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Description: The provincial destination marketing organization, focused on promoting tourism throughout British Columbia.
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Description: Offers scheduled seaplane trips between various BC desinations, as well as tours and charters, providing unique aerial views of British Columbia’s coastline.
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Description: Provides helicopter transportation services and scenic tours.
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Description: An outdoor attraction offering a treetop walk and lookout experience.
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Description: A ski and outdoor sports resort offering various activities across seasons.
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Description: Known for luxury train journeys through the Canadian Rockies.
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Description: Promotes tourism on Vancouver Island, providing information and support to visitors.
Careers Website: Usually found on Tourism Vancouver Island’s website

Description: A brand-new service that operates ferry services between Nanaimo and Vancouver.
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Description: An adventure park in Nanaimo with zip lines and other outdoor activities.
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Description: A leading ski resort offering a range of outdoor activities year-round.
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