Living on Galiano Island offers a balance of natural beauty and convenience with sandy beaches, wooded trails, and a strong arts community. Just a short ferry ride to both Vancouver and Vancouver Island, it is a popular choice for families, retirees, and seasonal residents. Housing includes oceanfront cottages, forest acreages, and island homes that blend privacy with community life. With more than 30 years on Vancouver Island, I track actual market value and market movement so you can see what daily life and housing on Galiano Island are really like.