Community InformationNestled among towering forest-cloaked mountains, Zeballos sits at the head of Zeballos Inlet, gateway to Nootka Sound, world-famous for salmon fishing and kayaking opportunities. The inlet was named by Captain Alejandro Malaspina in 1792 after one of his lieutenants, Ciriaco Cevallos.
The discovery of gold in Zeballos in the 1920’s resulted in a massive influx of miners and adventurers. The historic buildings in the village are a living reminder of those frontier days.
The road to Zeballos turns west off Highway 19 just north of Woss. The 40 km gravel logging road is well-maintained and continues beyond Zeballos to Fair Harbour. Along the way, watch for bears, deer and elk crossing the road and eagles soaring overhead.
The village is fast becoming a favourite destination for kayakers, sportsfishers and nature lovers who want to leave the crowds behind and experience the wild west coast of Vancouver Island. Comfortable accommodation and several cafes welcome visitors.
INDUSTRY:
Forestry, fishery, outdoor recreationPopulation
Town Population: 125 (BC Stats, 2011 Census)
Health Administrative Information
Health Authority: Island Health
Health Service Delivery Area: North Vancouver Island
Regional District: Vancouver Island West
Rural Designation: RSA community
RRP Designation: A
RRP Points: 24.45
Practitioners
There are no general practitioners yet in this community.
Zeballos Health Centre 500 Parkway Drive Zeballos, BC, V0P 2A0 P: 250 761-4274 | F: 250 761-4027 Doctors visit weekly Hrs: Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm Lab Services Zeballos Health Centre 500 Parkway Drive Zeballos, BC, V0P 2A0 P: 250 761-4274 | F: 250 761-4027-
Home Nursing
Zeballos Health Centre 500 Parkway Drive Zeballos, BC, V0P 2A0 P: 250 761-4274 | F: 250 761-4027 WeCare Home Health Services (in-community) 2314 A Rosewall Crescent Courtenay, BC, V9N 8R9 P: 1 888 334-8531 | F: 1 888 334-8571
Mental Health and Addictions
Zeballos Health Centre 500 Parkway Drive Zeballos, BC, V0P 2A0 P: 250 761-4274 | F: 250 761-4027
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Port Hardy Mental Health and Addiction Services Box 1290, 7070 Shorncliffe Avenue Port Hardy, BC, V0N 2P0 P: 250 902-6051 | F: 250 902-6052 Port McNeill Mental Health and Addiction Services Box 548, 2750 Kingcome Place Port McNeill, BC, V0N 2R0 P: 250 956-4461 | F: 250 956-3653
