Kitimat This booming community is located on the north coast of B.C. at the head of the Douglas Channel, with a population of 8,000. Kitimat is thriving with the development of a planned $40-billion LNG export facility, which is the largest private sector investment in Canadian history. Recent listing: Live in Riverbrook Estates, a thoughtfully designed masterplanned community situated minutes from shops, schools and recreation, with river access for fishing. Two-bedroom, two-bathroom 1,024 sq ft townhomes start at $399,900 presale ($391/sq ft).
Gibsons
Powell River Located on the Sunshine Coast, Powell River is within a temperate rainforest on a sheltered stretch of Pacific Ocean, and offers a blend of outdoor adventures and cultural amenities. Recent listing: This three-bedroom, three-bathroom ocean-view duplex has an openconcept floor plan, marble counters, a master bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite—and includes a spacious, level backyard with mature trees. $449,900, 1,940 sq ft ($232/sq ft).
Port Alberni is located on the west side of Vancouver Island, with a total regional population of 31,000. It’s known for the highest vertical-drop waterfall in Canada and is known as a salmon fishing hotspot. Recent listing: This immaculate three-bedroom, two-bathroom rancher in a new subdivision near Kitsuksis walkway offers black walnut cabinets, stainless appliances and a master bedroom with an ensuite that includes a frameless glass shower. $399,000, 1,485 sq ft ($269/sq ft). Map from Google Maps
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White Rock Located 45 kilometres from Vancouver and five minutes to the Canada-U.S. border, White Rock has a year-round moderate climate and a two-anda-half kilometre waterfront. Recent listing: Live in the heart of White Rock in this one-bedroom, one-bathroom suite with a bright kitchen, high-end appliances and hardwood flooring. Amenities include a gym and meeting room, plus walkability to shops, transit and elementary schools. $458,000, 640 sq ft ($716/sq ft).
Langford
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Located at the southern end of the Sunshine Coast, Gibsons—best known as a town of artists and fishing boats—is growing, due to its proximity to Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver, only a 45-minute ferry ride away. Recent listing: Enjoy coastal living at The Residences at Touchstone Village Centre in a one-bedroom, one-bathroomplus-den with contemporary interiors featuring soft-close cabinetry, a chef’s kitchen for entertaining, in-floor radiant heat and a frameless shower. $374,900, 664 sq ft ($565/sq ft)
Spring 2020
The City of Langford, a 15 minute drive from downtown Victoria, is considered the urban core of the West Shore and has a young, growing community of more than 25,000 residents. Recent listing: One-bedroom plus den with a large covered balcony, great views and a fireplace in Bear Mountain Resort & Village features concierge service and a movie theatre, fitness facility with squash and tennis plus owners’ lounge. A Jack Nicklaus golf course, hiking trails, restaurants and cafés are nearby. $435,000, 789 sq ft ($551.33/sq ft).
