BC’s big backyard inspires unbridled adventures. Our cities, set on the doorstep of the wild, make it easy to step into nature and explore the endless possibilities of the outdoors. Our people connect explorers with unexpected moments that renew the human spirit.
In 2025, Vancouver and Whistler will host the first-ever winter Invictus Games—a celebration of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and resilience that offers a recovery pathway for wounded, injured, and sick service men and women. This February, more than 500 competitors from 25 nations will compete in a variety of adaptive sports, including alpine skiing and wheelchair basketball.
Experience the GamesRainforest to Rockies is the quintessential Canadian journey along ever-changing landscapes. Venture from the Pacific Coast, where the ocean meets the rainforest through cities, valleys, and desert toward towering mountains. Travel from sea to sky along this extraordinary route by road, rail, or trail.
Explore NowIn our digitally connected and developed world, it can feel as if little mystery remains on Earth, and even fewer places where we can experience true awe. Find out how a visit to The Great Wilderness has the power to connect us to land and life on a deep and meaningful scale.
Start Your JourneyFrom small-town charm to legendary après, here’s where you should shred it up in BC.
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Spring and summer in BC mean warm weather, long days, and plenty of time spent in nature. Whether you’re looking for adventure in the mountains or relaxation by the sea, an urban escapade or an immersive cultural experience, you can find it here.
In autumn, enjoy the benefits of harvest time with local food and drink, breathe in the crisp air under a blanket of stars, soak in natural hot springs, or get cozy in a cabin. Fall foliage adds a splash of colour, and temperatures are still mild enough to enjoy the outdoors. Fall is the perfect time to reset.
Winters in BC are known for fresh powder, with 10 mountain ranges and 13 ski resort to explore, including legendary Whistler Blackcomb. Both cat-skiing and heli-skiing were pioneered here, and there are more than 50 Nordic ski areas to choose from. Non-skiers can enjoy snowshoeing, storm watching, and more.
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