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Community Press & News provides links to stock photos, Public Service Announcements and Press Releases which may be of interest to the media or the community at large. If you need additional information, or would like assistance in arranging a media event or interview, please contact:

 

Heather Nelson-Smith

Chief Administrative Officer

District of Port Hardy

PO Box 68

Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

Tel: 250 949 6665

Email: hnelson.smith@porthardy.ca

THE STORY BEHIND THE CARROT

July 25, 2025

Have you ever wondered why there’s a carrot in the park? 🥕
If you’ve strolled through Carrot Park in Port Hardy, chances are you’ve noticed the giant carrot sculpture and thought—what’s that doing here? There’s a quirky bit of local history behind it, and it just might surprise you. Read on to uncover the story behind one of our town’s most unusual landmarks.

2025 The Story Behind the Carrot