Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

national historic site12138 Fourth Avenue Richmond, British Columbia V7E 3J1

Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site offers explore the cannery, visit the Fish Wall, and welcome aboard the Wheelhouse.

Don't leave without...

Explore the cannery
Visit the Fish Wall
Welcome aboard the Wheelhouse
Go to the Fishing Methods touch screen
Share your experiences in the Fish Tales exhibit
Play in the Cannery Kids Corner
Relax on the Parks Canada Red Chairs
Use a peugh to sort fish
Enter the Herring Reduction Plant
Watch Journey Through Time

Overview

A national historic site located in Richmond, British Columbia, known for its industrial heritage and historic architecture.

Quick Facts

Type: national historic site
Coordinates: 49.1301, -123.1872

What's on

Movie Matinees in the Boiler House Theatre
Feb 22 – Dec 20
Movie matinees held in the Boiler House Theatre at the Cannery.
Into the Deep Undersea Photo Experience
Sep 30 – Oct 31
An undersea photo experience held at the Cannery.

Good to know

Fees & reservations

Updated admission fees are in effect as of — January 1, 2024 as of Oct 11, 2026

Free youth admission policy — All Parks Canada national parks and historic sites, including the Gulf of Georgia Cannery NHS, offer free general admission for youth 17 years old and under, with appropriate adult supervision (minimum 1:6 ratio for organized groups of 10+). Free youth admission does not apply to bookings for enhanced services including heritage presentation programs such as tour groups, school programs, and facilitated site explorations.

Organized Group Booking Policy — Due to the industrial nature of our site and in order to provide a quality visitor experience to large groups of visitors, organized groups of 10 or more people must pre-book their Cannery visit. Discounted rates may apply – please call 604 664 9009 or email bookings@gogcannery.org for more information.

Regular admission for kids — Free for kids 17 years and under (must be accompanied by an adult).

Getting there & parking

The Cannery offers parking (paid) and bus drop-off. There is limited free street parking throughout Steveston village. Buses for groups booked in advance may receive a parking pass; please indicate upon booking that a pass will be required.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible.

The site is fully wheelchair accessible. However, due to the historic construction of the building, the floor boards may be uneven in some areas. Please contact us for more information on-site accessibility by email or phone 604.664.9009.

Dogs & pets

Pets are not permitted inside the museum except for certified guide and service dogs.

Rules

Food and drink policy — Food and drink are not permitted inside the museum.

More details

Adults: $14.75
Seniors (65+): $12.50
Youth (17 and under): Free
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Explore the cannery as you complete the Xplorer activity booklet (for kids aged 6-11). Can you find all five items in the Cannery Worker scavenger hunt?
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Visit the Fish Wall in the Fishing the West Coast exhibit and learn about the marine life living in our local waters! Do not forget to pull the fish tails for fin-tastic surprises.
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Welcome aboard the Wheelhouse. Become the captain of a fishing boat as you navigate Steveston Harbour. Can you find a fisherman inside the boat?
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Go to the Fishing Methods touch screen and test your knowledge on ocean sustainability. Try to make the high score list!
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Share your experiences with fish and seafood and be inspired to try new recipes and meals in our Fish Tales exhibit #WhatsYourFishTale.
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Play, read, and strike a pose in the Cannery Kids Corner.
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Relax on the Parks Canada Red Chairs and enjoy the views of Steveston Harbour. Try to spot the different kinds of boats here.
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Use a peugh to sort fish at the receiving door! See how many fish you can sort in a minute. Then, take a journey down the Canning Line exhibit and learn how cannery workers canned salmon.
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: When you enter the Herring Reduction Plant, try spotting the herring scales on the walls. Don’t forget to look up! Imagine how much herring would have had to been stacked up to reach the ceiling.
Top 10 Fun Things for Kids to do at the Cannery: Time for a movie! In Journey Through Time, watch Jenny, a young girl who is going on a class field trip to the Cannery, as she learns about her grandfather’s past as a fisherman.

Hours

Open Daily: 10AM to 5PM

Organized Group Booking Policy

Group Tours for Adults: Group Tours for Adults
Group Programs for Youth: Group Programs for Youth

Booking a School Field trip?

School Programs: We have a wide variety of curriculum-focused educational programs for Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Photography

Photography: Photography with flash and video recording is permitted for personal use only, with hand-held equipment. If you would like to take photos or videos inside the museum for commercial purposes, please contact Visitor Services in advance.

Comfort

Comfort: Due to our building’s unique placement over the water and historic architecture, it is colder inside the Cannery than it is outdoors; please dress appropriately.

Other

Admissions validity: Admissions are valid for the full day; visitors may exit and enter during same day open hours.

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