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Events
Mark Your Calendar for All Quality Foods Summer Events on the Island
Children’s Sandcastle Competition
Parksville Beach – August 16
The event is FREE, and Rule #1 is simple: all teams must have fun! 🏖️🏰 Building wraps up at 2:30 PM, and prizes will be awarded once judging is complete.
Registration: 11:00–12:45 Event Start: 1:00 PM
Competition Schedule by Age Group:
• Ages 6 & under: 1:00–1:30 PM
• Ages 7–9: 1:00–2:00 PM
• Ages 10–12: 1:00–2:30 PM
• Awards: approx. 3:30–4:30 PM
Quality Foods Sandsculpting Competition
Parksville Beach
Join us for a magical beachside experience as sculptors bring this year’s Beauties & Beasts theme to life in sand. The competition is open for public viewing Friday, July 10 at 2:00pm and enjoy the excitement through to judging on Sunday, July 12, with winners announced at 5:00pm.
Can’t make the competition? Visit the stunning sculptures on display July 13–August 16, open daily from 9:30am to 8:30pm.
Celebrating Our Grads 🎓🎉
We’re sending a big Quality Foods shout‑out to our amazing team members graduating high school this year! Their dedication and positive energy have made a real impact in our stores, and it’s been a joy watching them grow and succeed.
To our 2026 grads: Thank you for being part of the Quality Foods family. We’re proud of everything you’ve accomplished and excited for what comes next.
Local Producers
The people behind your local favourites!
Meet the local producers who bring fresh, high-quality products to your table! Their dedication to quality and sustainability helps shape the food you love. Get to know their stories, passion, and hard work—they’re an essential part of our community and the reason we can offer the best local goods.