Ocean Island Victoria Guide

Lavish is a Boutique Style Salon with modern decor infused with old world charm whose menu consists of hairstyling, cut, color, highlighting, bridal, prom and a full range of esthetics. They use John Masters Organics and Kevin Murphy Hair Care products.

Willing Workers On Organic Farms lets you help out on organic farms in exchange for food and board. It is legal in Canada so you don’t need a working visa to participate. You do however need to be a member of WWOOF but luckily you can buy a WWOOF book right at our front desk. [...]

FNB serves a free vegetarian meal every Sunday at 3pm across from the Open Door on Pandora. Only 2 blocks away! FNB also supports grassroots peace, anti-poverty and community activism by providing food support at events/demonstrations where possible. Excellent food, excellent group. Good if you need a meal, great if you want to help out!

A non-profit, community based, youth driven organization promoting awareness around food, health and urban sustainability in Victoria.

Though both locations are a bit out of town, they’re an essential source of healthfood and organic products. Cook St. Village location (smaller of the two): 343 Cook Street 250-381-5450 Douglas St. location (bigger selection): 2950 Douglas Street 250-384-3388

Fruits, vegetables, vitamins, herbs, cosmetics, healthy necessities and a lot more can be found in here. Yes, it’s true.

The cheapest groceries and the best selection. They’re also got a great Asian food section. Seriously. You can find just about anything there. 2635 Quadra Street (close to the Roxy theatre) 272 Gorge Road West (by Tillicum Mall) http://www.fairwaymarkets.com