It is with regret that we announce the cancellation of the 2025 South Vancouver Island Mycological Society (SVIMS) Annual Mushroom Show, which was scheduled to take place on November 2nd at the Royal BC Museum.
This decision comes as a result of the ongoing BCGEU strike, which has significantly affected the museum’s capacity to coordinate with us and provide the necessary staffing and support for the event.
SVIMS recognizes the broader impact of the strike, including on our members, volunteers, and mycologists, and we acknowledge the importance of the issues at stake. We sincerely hope for a fair and timely resolution.
Thank you to our volunteers and the Royal BC Museum staff for the efforts they have made to coordinate this event.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you to our show next year.
— The SVIMS Executive
