Strathcona C blends saltwater horizons with everyday practicality, drawing people who want island living without losing touch with services and schools. Centered on Quadra Island and the Discovery Islands–Mainland Inlets, the area is anchored by Quathiaski Cove and Heriot Bay, two friendly hubs with marinas, cafes, and a strong year-round community spirit. Outdoor time here is serious: glide over glassy lakes in the rugged expanse of Main Lake Provincial Park, picnic and beachcomb at the family-favorite Rebecca Spit Marine Provincial Park, or paddle the tidal channels of Surge Narrows Provincial Park, a mecca for kayakers and wildlife watchers.
Families appreciate access to School District 72, with Quadra Elementary on-island and secondary options a short ferry ride away in Campbell River. Commuting, medical appointments, and shopping are made simple by the frequent Campbell River–Quadra Island service operated by BC Ferries. Culture runs deep, too: the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre at Cape Mudge shares the living history and art of the Kwakwaka’wakw people, enriching community events and school programs.
Local governance and services are supported by the Strathcona Regional District, which keeps residents informed about planning, recreation, and emergency preparedness. Whether you’re launching a boat at dawn, biking forest singletrack, or catching the farmers’ market after school, life here balances independence with connection.
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