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WITH A POPULATION OF 45,000+, LANGFORD IS B.C.’S FASTEST-GROWING COMMUNITY.
THE LANGFORD ADVANTAGE Without a doubt, Langford’s economic growth is unparalleled in the Capital Regional District. Over the years, it has attracted large, ever popular retail stores as well as a wide range of smaller, owneroperated stores and restaurants. These valued businesses provide a strong tax base for the City and diverse shopping and dining options for residents. Several of Langford’s restaurants have also been nationally recognized for excellence and innovation. Langford also offers a wide range of professional services, including doctors, dentists, physical therapists, lawyers, accountants, estheticians, hairdressers, massage therapists and others.
Increasingly, Langford attracts investors, business owners, and service providers who share Langford’s vision of a vibrant, sustainable, healthy and family friendly community for all to enjoy.
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LANGFORD’S OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN (OCP) is both flexible and focused, enabling options for growth and development. Through its OCP, the City of Langford welcomes new ideas and fresh approaches with an eye to making the process easy and transparent. Every proposal is carefully reviewed and discussed. As the incredibly dynamic city it is, Langford likes to say “yes!” Langford is conveniently just 14kms from Victoria, is close to multiple transportation hubs and provides easy access to Vancouver, Silicon Valley and more generally, Asian, US and international markets. Technology businesses continue to seek out office space in Langford as they look to offer talent access to more affordable housing as well as endless recreational opportunities. Langford is a City surrounded by nature and is a draw for highly valued talent who are looking for more of a work/life balance. The lifestyle offers endless outdoor recreational opportunities including epic hiking trails, mountain biking and paddle boarding all within minutes of the office.
“AS YOU INVEST YOUR HARD-EARNED RESOURCES INTO OUR COMMUNITY, WE TOO DEVOTE OUR INGENUITY AND FLEXIBILITY INTO CREATING A FRIENDLY INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO LANGFORD.” — MAYOR STEWART YOUNG
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The camp featured 28 players and included two training scrimmages as well as an intrasquad scrimmage.
acific Football Club attacker Marco Bustos was part of the Men’s National Team camp presented by Allstate this month. The top scoring 24-year old joined the Florida-based preparatory camp in advance of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers scheduled to begin in March 2021. “We are extremely proud of Marco with his selection to the Men’s Canadian team camp,” said Rob Friend, CEO, Pacific FC. “It’s a testament to his commitment as a professional on and off the field and no one deserves this more than Marco.” Winnipeg-native Bustos joined Pacific FC for the 2020 season and lit up the pitch with five goals and 10 assists in his inaugural year with the club. The camp was a return to playing soccer for Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team after a break due to COVID-19. “This was a great opportunity to start off 2021 on the right foot,” said Bustos. “Getting back to the National Team was a big goal of mine after signing with Pacific and my time with the team has set me up to keep moving forward.”
Canadian Premier League eyes Spring 2021 for season launch The Canadian Premier League is excited about a new year for soccer with the recognition that they must remain patient. “Innovation, creativity and adaptability remain at the forefront of our minds as we plan for the new season,” said David Clanachan, Commissioner, Canadian Premier League. “We will utilize the same approach that we demonstrated while creating our successful Island Games in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island last year.” The league has targeted a start date of the Victoria Day long weekend (May 22, 2021) as a potential kick off date. While recognizing that a major factor will be the country’s progress again the pandemic. Season tickets for 2021 are now available and include 50 per cent off a 2021 season jersey and the best price on 14 CPL homes games. Stay tuned for updates on the season start.
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osing a spouse is a life-altering event. Some couples have time to prepare for the inevitable while others have no time at all. Darin died suddenly at the young age of 44. Death and dying were not things that we ever discussed. I knew he had written a will but that was the extent of our discussions. In my case, I had no time to prepare for my husband’s death and I learned many lessons from that experience that I would like to share. Here are some steps I recommend taking sooner rather than later:
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New homeownership and exceptional value with the Starter Series by Westhills
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Families who seek space, value and style in their next home will have all those wishes and more come true with the Starter Series at Westhills, a vibrant, master-planned community in Langford, B.C.
Westhills makes home ownership simple. Take ease in knowing that your home is brand new, never lived in and is covered by a 2-5-10 year warranty. We take the guesswork out of new home ownership. Tour our brand new show homes, review finishings and view digital renderings and virtual tours, and get referred to industry experts to help you with the mortgage qualification process.
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The exteriors feature a 30-year, fibreglass-shingle roof, fully landscaped front and back yard with in-ground irrigation, and exposed aggregate patios. The homes are constructed to Built Green standards. Additional energy and cost-saving upgrade options such as electric car chargers, hot water on demand, and home security solutions can be installed before move-in day. All homes are covered by 2-5-10 year warranty and home sizes range from 1,322 to 1,554 sq. ft. Langford Lake is just minutes from residents’ doorsteps. It is the perfect spot for some swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, sun tanning, or just playing in the sand. The YMCA and YWCA, opened in 2016 in Westhills and Langford’s City Centre Park, offer a wave pool, water slides, lazy river, therapy pools, day care, fitness facilities and more. The Galloping Goose multi-use trail, formerly a railway line, offers a picturesque 55-kilometer journey from Victoria to Sooke. Locals like to cycle, stroll, run or even ride a horse through the rural sections. “People seem to be wowed when they learn about Westhills’ prime location in Langford where city meets nature,” Taylor Spicer says. “This is the perfect location for those who seek adventure and outdoor lifestyle and want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, yet be close enough to still commute in for work. Also, when people realize the extreme value that Westhills offers with their exceptional turn-key home package, it is hard to deny that Westhills is truly the optimal choice.” A new elementary and middle school will open in the development in 2022, which is “causing quite a rumble” of excitement in the community, adds Taylor Spicer.
Learn more by visiting; westhillsbc.com/starterseries, calling 250 474-5899 or emailing: info@westhillsbc.com. Don’t forget to enter the contest at discoveryourdreamhome.ca. The Westhills New Home Gallery is open daily from noon to 4 p.m. at 2979 Constellation Avenue in Victoria, B.C.
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