A full range of shopping and professional services are available in the Comox Valley. The dynamic downtown centers of Courtenay, Comox and Cumberland areas offer unique boutiques and specialty stores. Antiques, fresh chocolates, camping gear, bookstores, clothing and handcrafted items are just a small sample of what Comox Valley merchants have to offer.
Local art galleries offer top quality pottery and ceramics, paintings, jewelry, cards and gifts with a local flavour. During the summer local parks, gardens and Mount Washington Alpine Resort offer artisan markets, live entertainment and activities.
'Out of the ordinary' shopping experiences include the Comox Valley Farmers' Market, Moonlight Magic, Market Days in Courtenay and Cumberland, Santa's Parade, Vancouver Island MusicFest, the Filberg Festival and more.
Professional services in the Comox Valley include traditional and complementary healthcare providers, real estate agencies, financial and educational institutions, graphic artists, photographers and a wide range of business services.