Population: 7,000
Land area (square km): 7.53
The town of Ladysmith's history begins as a coal mining town. It was one
of numerous towns that were started as a result of the many coal mines of
Central Vancouver Island. Coal baron James Dunsmuir had a vision that
transformed the steep hillside looking out over Oyster Harbor into a flourishing
community.
The town thrived with the expanding coal markets, but then diminished
after the Great Strike rocked the Island in 1912. The town held on, with the help
of logging and other industries, and continued to build a secure future for itself.
There are many historical sites to be seen in and around Ladysmith. One of the
town's peoples' favorite places in the summer is Transfer Beach.
This is a lovely park like setting, with a playground for the children, a snack bar,
and also the site of the Ladysmith Days Celebrations during the August long
weekend.
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