Ganges, BC, Unincorporated Place. Ganges is the major community centre of SALTSPRING ISLAND, the largest island in the southern GULF ISLANDS chain. Named after HMS Ganges, flagship of the Pacific Station 1857-60, it is located at the head of a harbour and was first settled in 1859. In summer it is a favourite stopover for boating enthusiasts. Besides a marina and commercial facilities, there are provincial government offices, a high school and a hospital, which serve the outer Gulf Islands.
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Article by | Marie Elliott |
Published Online | March 9, 2008 |
Last Edited | March 4, 2015 |
Ganges, BC, Unincorporated Place. Ganges is the major community centre of SALTSPRING ISLAND, the largest island in the southern GULF ISLANDS chain. Named after HMS Ganges, flagship of the Pacific Station 1857-60, it is located at
Ganges, BC, Unincorporated Place. Ganges is the major community centre of SALTSPRING ISLAND, the largest island in the southern GULF ISLANDS chain. Named after HMS Ganges, flagship of the Pacific Station 1857-60, it is located at