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2025 Christmas Markets on Vancouver Island
Find me this winter at Vancouver Island’s Christmas markets. Come discover my handmade Olala! creations and pick the perfect handcrafted gift.
NANAIMO ｜Nanaimo Christmas Village 2025
Christmas Village Hours
Friday, November 28th: 11am - 6pm
Saturday, November 29th: 10am - 5pm
Sunday, November 30th: 10am - 5pm
NANAIMO ｜The Holiday Baazar 2025
The Holiday Bazaar Hours
Saturday, December 6th: 11am - 5pm
Sunday, December 7th: 10am - 4pm
LADYSMITH｜Gifts From the Heart 2025
The Arts Market Hours
Saturday, December 13th: 11am - 5pm
Sunday, December 14th: 10am - 4pm
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Meet the maker, Vanessa.
Originally from France, I’ve been living in Canada for the past five years.
Every summer, I head north to Vancouver Island, exploring the Pacific coastline in search of whales and bears... always hoping to meet the ones I’m truly here for: the orcas. I turned that dream into reality by becoming a naturalist.
From my second passion, sewing, Olala! was born, a brand of handmade clothing and accessories, crafted with care right here on the island.
Olala! is where two worlds meet, seemingly opposite, yet deeply connected in my eyes:
On one side, there’s adventure , the call of the wild, the pull toward something raw and untamed.
On the other, there’s softness, quiet moments, simple emotions, and the beauty of things made with intention.
Each piece I create feels like something to cherish, something you want to look at, keep close, and care for over time. Olala! embodies the balance between rugged adventure and gentle serenity, the freedom to love beautiful things while staying mindful and respectful of the world around us.
