Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
An aquarium on the Sidney waterfront: dinner for 50 or a standing reception for 165, with the touch tanks open to guests. Pick from their caterers or bring your own.
What the fee includes isn’t confirmed yet, so ask the venue.
The music
Music and bar wrap by 11 p.m. Evening rentals normally end at 10 p.m., with weddings allowed until 11 p.m.
The room
Up to 50 guests. Seats 50 for dinner; up to 165 for a standing reception.
Getting there
32 km from downtown Victoria — book a shuttle for guests.
The money
Pricing on request — we’re still collecting real quotes for this one.
The setting
Waterfront & Resorts in Saanich Peninsula, Victoria.
Catering
Choose from their caterers or bring your own.
Season
Year-round.
Rain plan
Indoor.
Where it is
9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC
Fan Tan Alley
30 km away. Morning light, no crowds — perfect for the wedding party getting ready shots.
Fisgard Lighthouse
30 km away. Pair with Hatley Castle — they’re five minutes apart.
Inner Harbour Causeway
30 km away. After 9 p.m. the legislature’s 3,000 bulbs make an easy night portrait.
Prices change by season, so confirm with the venue. Report a change →
Sources: venue website