Year after year, there is one thing that never changes, the goal of Day of IMPACT. We want to showcase the many diverse ways a community encourages sustainable and regenerative business practices, supporting and supported by both residents and visitors to the region.

The ideas we share are chosen to spark change and be emulated in other communities around the world. Hear from folks in the tourism industry who have been successful in implementing sustainable and regenerative business practices, sharing their challenges, and their mitigation strategies. Return home inspired and armed with resources and connections to make a difference where you live. In fact, all participants are encouraged to share their own best practices, so that the learning is as broad as it is enriching.

We are once again engaging the assistance of long-term IMPACT supporters Eagle Wing Tours, Whale & Wildlife Watching and Prince of Whales, Whale & Marine Wildlife Adventures and we are grateful for it.

Join us as this transformative tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking Salish Sea and the vibrant landscapes of our local farms, both on land and sea. This immersive experience will highlight the importance of sustainable practices and community engagement, showcasing how local policies can create a lasting impact.

Our adventure begins with a scenic voyage through the stunning Salish Sea, where participants will be surrounded by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. As we navigate these pristine waters, we’ll discuss the significance of environmental stewardship and its role in supporting local ecosystems.

Land Ho! We will arrive at the North Saanich Marina, where we have been graciously welcomed for several years now.

Here, we will embark on a learning journey about the Saanich Peninsula Flavour Trails initiative — an inspiring program that connects food lovers, both near and far, with the local taste of place story. Flavour Trails brings together farmers, producers, artisans, chefs, and eateries to create engaging agritourism experiences while highlighting the importance of each role to local food security. The initiative demonstrates how collaboration across the food, farming, and hospitality sectors strengthens both community well-being and the visitor journey. While we would like to stop at the many partners of the Saanich Peninsula Flavour Trails, we only have so many hours in the day!

We are pleased to confirm a visit to Violet Grove Farms, where you’ll meet a family of passionate farmers deeply committed to the land. Here, you’ll learn about the farm’s agritourism experience and contribution to the Flavour Trails initiative, along with their innovative growing techniques and how their work supports local food systems and community resilience. And of course, you’ll savour a taste of their delicious, farm-fresh offerings, grown and prepared with care.

We’ll then continue to the award winning Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa, where the inimitable Chef Aaron Turner will bring the day full circle with a curated grazing menu that demonstrates the benefits of the close relationships he and his team have developed with local farmers and producers. Through tastings, sips, and stories, you’ll see how these connections enrich both the visitor experience and community food security.

More details to come!

Meals – A light breakfast, coffee, tea and hot chocolate will be served once we have cleared the dock. Lunch & Libations – grazing style format experiencing the best of local growers and artisanal producers.