The real deal

Practical stories
for a coastal life.

From people who’ve been there — the good, the windy and the worth-it.

A snow-covered beach curves between a pine forest and calm water beneath a foggy winter sky.

The coast in winter

Shorter days, bigger skies — and a different kind of wonderful.

Shop signs and colourful clothing displays line a narrow brick pedestrian alley in Victoria, British Columbia.

Can you walk to everything?

How walkable coastal towns make for happier, healthier days — and what to look for before you move.

Two people relax in Adirondack chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean at sunset.

What the view will cost you

From cozy cottages to harbourfront homes, a realistic look at coastal living costs across Canada.

Still salty?

Coastal goods for
curious people.

Books, hats, mugs and more for life by the water.

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A canvas tote, navy cap, mug and a stack of books from the Salty Seniors shop.

Take a
little coast
home.

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Nothing in here
but sea air.

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