Facilities
Gambier Island had a general store (closed about 2010) and one bed and breakfast. Barging companies provide service from Gibsons and Horseshoe bay for transport of large items. Fire service is run by volunteers. There are no garbage processing facilities on the island. There is a community center.
Halkett Bay Provincial Park is located on the southeast side of Gambier.
Gambier Island hosts the annual "Commotion by the Ocean" blues and rock festival each summer. This event started in 2000.
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