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On Vancouver Island and on the Sunshine Coast, you’ll find a ton of great gift ideas from passionate small businesses.

West Coast Wildflowers, formerly Wildflowers & Co launched during the global pandemic on Quinsam Reserve, located on the unceded traditional territory of the Ligwiłda’xw people; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah First Nations, whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

June is National Indigenous History Month, an opportunity to learn about, honour, and celebrate the rich histories, cultures and contributions of First Nations Peoples, Inuit and Métis.

First posted by Indigenous Tourism British Columbia and Hello BC.
Indigenous gifts for self, home, life, and learning.
As hosts or guests, we give and receive gifts for the joy and wellness of all. Gift-giving includes social responsibility. Gift-buying now includes a digital economy.
Shopping at Indigenous-owned stores in BC supports Indigenous economies and communities in BC.
Indigenous shopping has shifted to include online options while always representing and hosting from the Indigenous communities and lands that are called BC. Literature for learning spaces, traditional medicines, handcrafted jewelry, drums, and larger custom gifts, clothing, and curated items that express Indigenous values and give back to the Indigenous business owners guided by their cultures, lands, and languages.
Most #IndigenousBC retailers offer secure online checkout and can arrange delivery worldwide. Visit Indigenous galleries, shops, and studios in British Columbia–online for convenience or in-person for a retail experience rooted in #IndigenousBC community and culture.