Colwood

Colwood is a coastal city on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, spanning several neighborhoods with a mix of residential and recreational areas. The municipality sits south of Victoria and features both developed neighborhoods and natural spaces with beach access.

The Hudson's Bay Company established Colwood in the 1850s as one of four major agricultural settlements to supply the growing population at Fort Victoria. This early settlement activity formed the foundation for later residential development.

The area was home to Teechamista and Lekwungen-speaking peoples, including the Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations, whose presence shaped the land. Today, their legacy remains woven into the community's identity and local stories.

The area has numerous parks, beaches, and trails connecting residential neighborhoods to natural spaces. Visitors can easily explore the coastal surroundings and areas near Victoria using these pathways.

Royal Roads University functions today as a civilian institution, but was previously a military college with roots in the early 20th century. The campus location offers views of Vancouver Island's southern coastline.

Location: Capital Regional District

Elevation above the sea: 80 m

Shares border with: View Royal, Langford, Esquimalt, Metchosin, New Songhees 1A

Website: https://colwood.ca

GPS coordinates: 48.42360,-123.49600

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30