Being Green (and Sustainable) Comes Naturally Here

REFORESTATION WITH EVERY STAY

In partnership with veritree, we’re taking our commitment to positive environmental impacts to the next level by planting one tree for every stay to support reforestation in British Columbia regions impacted by wildfires. Not only will these trees act as carbon sinks, they’ll help to restore our ecosystems, and support wildlife habitats.

The veritree platform tracks and verifies the planting and lifecycle of our trees, this provides us—and you—the assurance that our efforts are real, measurable, and impactful.

Learn more about this restorative initiative by visiting our Impact Hub where you can read about the species of trees we’re planting, the associated positive impacts of the project, and see our progress to-date!

IN-SUITE AMENITIES WITH A CONSCIENCE

To stop wasteful in-suite amenity bottles, we have installed locally produced Sea Wench Naturals haircare and body lotions in eco-friendly pumps
To eliminate waste from facial tissue boxes, we’ve launched Fox Fold sustainable bamboo products with refillable dispensers in all suites
Locally roasted Rhino coffee to ensure guests can enjoy quality, fresh coffee, while reducing our carbon footprint
Fireplace timers reduce energy consumption
Energy saving power timers in the Oceanside building
Energy motion sensors in Beach Houses ensure power only when necessary
Our ‘Don’t Wash Us Up’ program saves water and energy on unnecessary towel washing
Old linens get either donated or recycled
Low flow aerators save water and energy
Dual flush on toilets save water
Low flow volume on showers, without compromising water pressure

AROUND THE RESORT

We offer no single-use plastics, encouraging reusable bottles, straws, bags, etc.
Our geothermal exchange plant taps into renewable solar energy stored in the ground, providing an efficient way to heat and cool the Beach Houses
Rainwater catchment system provides water for Resort operations
Multiple charging stations offer convenient recharging for electric cars
Compost system helps our Landscaping Team fertilize the plants
Recycling system manages guest garbage
Our help-yourself Herb Garden offers easy access to food seasonings; minus the packaging and trip to the store
Pacific Sands is proud to partner with the eco-cleaning experts at The Den—replacing all of our housekeeping and guest cleaning products and supplies with a locally sourced, sustainable, bulk refill program, including award-winning Mint Cleaning Products

Eco-Partners + Projects

Surfrider Pacific Rim

With a mission to “protect and enjoy the world’s ocean, waves and beaches, for all people,” we proudly support Surfrider Pacific Rim‘s campaigns and programs, including Hold On To Your Butt cigarette recycling canisters throughout the Resort, and Love Your Beach Clean community clean-up events as well as our onsite Marine Debris Bin.

Coastal Restoration Society

Supporting the resource management and environmental stewardship goals of First Nations, Provincial, and Federal Governments, Pacific Sands periodically helps the Coastal Restoration Society with Clayoquot Sound clean-up efforts, including gathering debris from docks, float homes, and derelict boats.

Raincoast Education Society

From full-scale UNESCO Biosphere Reserve projects to Summer Kids Camps right here at Pacific Sands, the mandate of the Raincoast Education Society is to protect shorelines, wildlife, and sustainable living. This future-focussed group specializes in youth and adult education via a broad range of high-quality educational and interpretive programs such as field school, a speaker series, summer camps, school programs, and events focused on the natural environment, cultures, and communities of the Clayoquot and Barkley Sound region.

Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks

With a goal to uphold the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations’ relationship and responsibilities to its homeland—including guiding, balancing, and informing newcomers and tourists—Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks restore rivers impacted by logging, revitalize salmon habitats, remediate dune-grass habitats, maintain trails, and more. Ask our Guest Services Team about donating 1% of your total stay towards an Ecosystem Service Fee focussed on reinvesting in the people and ecology that comprise Tofino lands or donate directly on the Tribal Parks website.