Strathcona B pairs wild shoreline with close‑knit island life across Cortes Island and nearby islets. Getting here is part of the adventure: arrive via a two‑ferry hop with BC Ferries from Campbell River, connecting through Quadra Island to Whaletown, or approach from Powell River by seasonal water taxi. Once on‑island, quiet roads, pocket beaches, and sheltered coves make everyday routines feel unhurried yet connected.
Outdoor time comes easy. Watch sunset from the broad, sandy shelf at Smelt Bay Provincial Park; paddle, swim, or beachcomb the tidal lagoon and Hague Lake at Mansons Landing Provincial Park. Learn about the land and waters through the Klahoose First Nation, whose culture and stewardship shape community life. The Cortes Island Museum & Archives explores local ecology and history, while programs and retreats at Hollyhock bring creators and changemakers to the island each season.
Families appreciate reliable services: School District 72 operates Cortes Island School with a strong outdoor‑learning ethos, and primary care is available at the Cortes Health Centre through Island Health. Housing spans forested acreages, off‑grid homesteads, and waterfront cottages, with a busy calendar of markets, music, and marine adventures anchoring the social scene. Whether you’re planning a first island purchase or preparing to sell a longtime homestead, Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers with a top real estate agent who knows Strathcona B inside and out.