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The Cowichan Valley
With stunning scenery, a relaxed rural
lifestyle, and more sunshine than the
mainland coast, Cowichan is a
desirable location for new residents
and businesses. Centrally located on
Vancouver Island between Victoria and
Nanaimo, the Cowichan Region is
made up of four municipalities
including Duncan, the District of North
Cowichan, Lake Cowichan and
Ladysmith.
The backbone of the Cowichan
Region’s industrial economy is the
forestry sector. Tourism now plays a
significant role in the area’s economic
profile. The sector is also being
strengthened by a successful, high
profile wine industry and a growing
marine tourism market. And a new
breed of savvy outdoor adventurer is
creating opportunities in the
eco‐tourism and packaged getaways
sector.
The Region has more than 600
working farms covering over 34,000
acres. Dairy farming is the main
agricultural activity. Approximately 75
of these farms are dedicated
vegetable growers and are helping to
generate a renewed economic focus
on agri‐food production.

The region is home to a growing
number of diversified small
manufacturers whose products range
from seafood preparation, concrete
product manufacturing, finely crafted
wood furniture to retail and bakeries.
In the Cowichan, you get the best of
what Island living has to offer plus all
of the amenities you and your family
need to thrive. We’re an ideal blend of
urban and rural with easy access to
major services and supports and all the
recreational benefits of coastal life.
We’re vibrant, diverse and affordable
… and our climate is one of the best in
Canada.