"Renowned for its creativity Saltspring Island is known as one of North America's best small arts towns. With gallery and artists' studios offering the visitor a wide choice of high-quality arts & crafts from paintings to pottery and weaving to woodwork. Saltspring also has its own currency that can be purchased and spent on the island.

The seaside village of Ganges is a focal point for arts, restaurants and unique shops. Marinas attract pleasure boaters, commercial and sports fishermen."

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Salt Spring Island Camber of Commerce