YAY LOCAL INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE!!…read more Evelyn (the owner) is awesome and her bookstore is chock-a-block full with everything. Fiction of all shapes and sizes, non-fiction from gardening and sustainable cooking to local interest and historical accounts, and a whole children's section in the back. The staff clearly enjoy reading and keep up-to-date on the local literary scene. The store is well-stocked with all the latest award-winners and bestsellers. But they're also clearly dedicated to supplying and supporting well-written books on a variety of subjects. Due to the layout of the store, they can't host events--so they pair up with the Courtenay Public Library located 1 block away. What an awesome team supporting local literature and the reading community of the Comox Valley.

Really really nice bookstore! I regret we don't see more stores like this one in Vancouver. The…read moreservice is really nice, she gave me good advices and the book I'm reading is just great! It's mainly new books (I haven't seen used ones). Thank you very much!

This store is awesome - I was visiting Victoria/Courtenay/Vancouver Island, and this store is so…read moreunique and charming. It's got a fantastic ship decor and it's not just a kid's store - it's sure to entertain any age. I got a modern glow-in-the-dark frisbee, and it's helping my husband and I get exercise. I also found out about the card game "Exploding Kittens" here. Seriously, you need to check it out!

a cool store but with unfriendly staff. we've gone in here a few times as we love to shop locally…read moreand love toys! we've never been greeted warmly upon going in the store. and heaven forbid you say you're just browsing. the vibe gets chillier by the minute. it's a toy store people! lighten up please! it should be the funnest store to visit in courtenay!

Very friendly staff who go out of their way to provide local information (phone number and location…read moreof outdoor pool.) GREAT selection of books and art materials. Nice displays and a relaxing atmosphere.

A good selection of new and Second Hand records and CDs and 100% good customer service go check the…read morestore out you will love it.

I am extremely sad to announce that this store has been closed for a few years but when it was open…read moreit was a good store. They sold good stuff and they provided very good customer service.

Walked by here while browsing the street, killing time between the wedding and reception and notice…read morethis store. The one place in Courtenay that actually caters to my current look and fashion = alternative. I wish I knew how to walk in heels 'cause I feel in love with a pair of Zombie heels. The clothes are $$$, however, a lot of the clothes for the genre are well stitched and put together by some notable names in the fashion genre. I've had a pair of Trip NYC pants for 5 years with good wear. When you think about it it's better to spend a lot on something that will last rather than buying a few pairs of cheap pants. You end up really spending more for the cheap stuff in the long run than just investing in a piece right from the gate. If this is your primary style than I can see why this place would be expensive. I'm a working admin/book keeper, therefore, I only need a few pieces in this fashion line, therefore, investment is minimal. It does annoy me that some things are not tagged for pricing which is an indication that I will need to bring out the credit card. I find the staff very helpful.

A very very nice gift shop with some very unique array of gifts and very good staff and customer…read moreservice and a very clean store with very strict COVID-19 safety policies and a very strict mask policy.

Very cute shop that caught my attention as I was walking up and down the street. An array of gifts…read moreand knick knacks. Some tradition and some with kitsch. Perfect place for yourself and or picking out a gift for that certain someone who is picky. Prices were very good and customer service was decent.

La Cache is a little tough to find even if you've been there before. It's so teeny, you could…read moreactually walk right past it ... well, I did & I was looking for it! But it's a great little store with an incredible variety of fashion. They carry Fluevog shoes, semi casual dresses, feminine night wear, pretty affordable silver jewelry. What really stands out though is their service. Even when the store is busy & there's only one person working, you will be acknowledged and looked after. They have an amazing policy for holding items. They impressed me anyways because I asked them to hold shoes that were on sale. Normally, stores will give you grief about such a request. But they held the item for a few days for me. I gave 4 stars rather than 5 only because the store is small so limited in stock. They actually deserve a 4 1/5

I pay the folks at Community Thrift a visit every time I am in town. Great selection and prices…read more The book section is always worth a browse. A community staple, and the staff are a lovely, hard-working and community-minded bunch !

These people are fabulous and generous and wonderful!!!!!!! Nina Woodread more