Orchard
Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

Listing Remarks

'The Olive Farm' will be offered for sale by CLHbid.com by way of online electronic tender on August 12, 2026 from 9am-10am PDT in 2 Parcels. The price listed is the Starting Bid for Parcel 1 - see website for Details & Starting Bids.
https://www.clhbid.com/auctions/the-olive-farm/

Located on British Columbia’s world-renowned Salt Spring Island, the largest and most accessible gulf island in the Pacific Northwest, ‘The Olive Farm’ stands as a truly remarkable and rare agricultural property with a unique description - a commercial olive farm in Canada. In a country where olive production is otherwise unheard of, ‘The Olive Farm’ is nestled within the unique microclimate of the Gulf Islands, and the farm benefits from mild coastal winters, warm summers, and the moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean. This extraordinary setting combines innovation, vision, and West Coast beauty, creating a destination that captures the imagination of visitors and agriculture lovers alike. As both a working farm and a distinctive attraction in the Pacific Northwest, ‘The Olive Farm’ represents a rare opportunity to experience, and be part of, a truly one-of-a-kind agricultural story in Canada.
Many of the most renowned olive regions in the world are found throughout the
Mediterranean, where olives have been cultivated for thousands of years. ‘The Olive Farm’ began as a dream to harvest the first-ever 100% Canadian grown extra virgin olive oil, and this dream came to fruition with the first harvest achieved in 2016. After significant research to create a foundation of excellence, the trees are Italian varieties chosen primarily for cold hardiness and procured from a nursery in California. The first harvest, as well as succeeding ones, were an incredible success resulting in a product with exceptionally high levels of polyphenols and low acidity that sold out within minutes to award winning restaurants across the country and the general public alike. An executive chef from Toronto was quoted as saying in the National Post that the results were ‘...probably the most unique Olive Oil I have ever tasted. Incredible depth with ocean like seaweed notes and a strong peppery finish’, while The Olive Oil Critic iterated that ‘…’it’s a stunning example of what the island tastes like, the terroir poured into a bottle. You can taste the hard work, dedication and all the love that goes into every drop of oil.’ If Salt Spring Island were recognized for a specific gustatory sensation, this farm would be the definition.
The long warm summers of the Fulford Valley, in combination with mild winters, contribute to the lush, low-lying farmland that is responsible for the perfect growing conditions year-round. The coastal temperate rainforests offer critical biodiversity, and unique, protected ecosystems. ‘The Olive Farm’ is fortunate to be included in these exclusive ranks and features a hiking trail that will make you feel like you stepped back in time into the Mesozoic era. The scenic beauty of the landscape as it transitions into the dramatic rock face of Mt. Maxwell, standing as a backdrop to the farm, adds to the ambiance of this incredible estate.?

Parcel 1 consists of 38 acres and includes approximately 750 olive trees spread across 3 acres; as the trees continue to mature, production capacity from each tree continues to increase as well. With irrigation in place in the olive grove, there are expansive opportunities to continue to update and grow the existing operation; the only limitation is one’s imagination. Mostly in hay, the Parcel also boasts stunning waterfalls in Fulford Creek, which runs through the eastern side of the land. Both Parcels are recognizable for their clean water, lush green foliage, and expansive overhead canopies. Fulford Creek, which dissects both Parcels, even features spawning salmon.

Parcel 1 also includes the