victoria bc: Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall arrive in Victoria ... - 11/07/09 07:21 PM
The Royal couple, Charles and Camilla are visiting our beautiful city - they arrived late afternoon yesterday, and although Camilla admitted to being a bit jet-lagged they were "on show" for a few hours on the lawns of the Legislature. The crowds welcomed them and even though a lot of people … (7 comments)
victoria bc: The Blue Bridge in Victoria, BC. $65 Million to build a new one! - 09/13/09 10:19 AM
Our 85 year old Blue Bridge is causing heated discussion! At least it goes up and it goes down, which is more than most bridges do these days!
It's a dilemma and one that should only be resolved by a referendum. For more information see the following website:
http://johnsonstreetbridge.org/?tag=referendum
It's a great time to buy ... according to our local newspapers: "Real Estate in Victoria is On The Rebound."
Many of the best homes are sold shortly after they are listed. Want to know why? The buyers learned about the … (0 comments)
victoria bc: The 32nd Victoria Classic Boat Festival - Inner Harbour Sept. 4, 5 6. - 09/04/09 11:06 PM
This Labour Day weekend celebrates the 32nd Victoria Classic Boat Festival in our beautiful Inner Harbour. Bordering the harbour are the BC Legislative Buildings, the Royal BC Museum and the ivy-covered Fairmont Empress Hotel.
For over 150 years many sail and power vessels have gathered here and this weekend will … (2 comments)
It's unbelievable ... Victoria's highest sales in almost 2 decades!
According to the VREB (Victoria Real Estate Board), there was a total of 933 homes/properties sold through the Multiple Listings Service, last month. That is ... up 51% compared to July of … (0 comments)
My son loves Birthday Parties! He had such a good time, as you can see :)
You can see his navy jacket - he saw it in a local store and said to his Mom "I want to have a Real … (0 comments)
victoria bc: Birthday Cake Delight! - 07/10/09 08:51 PM
My son LOVES birthday cakes - this was his fourth - last year. The next one is on Saturday July 11. I'll post one if it's as good as this :)
It's true ... we take our beautiful Vancouver Island for granted.
Yesterday, a family member arrived from Europe. She has never been to Vancouver Island before and is so enthralled with Victoria, commenting that "it's like being on permanent vacation here - the ocean and sandy beach is just … (0 comments)
According to our Victoria Real Estate Board, June saw a significant surge in property sales throughout the Greater Victoria area. With a total of 946 properties sold in June compared to 879 sales in May - a 7% increase, and a 31% increase compared to June of 2008.
The … (0 comments)
The design of our Canadian flag, consisting of the red maple leaf, was created in 1925, but at the time the Canadian Red Ensign and the Union Jack represented Canada until 1946. At that time new designs were submitted to a select Parliamentary committee but it … (2 comments)
Despite all the talk of recession, according to the president of the Victoria Real Estate Board, Chris Markham, Victoria seems to … (2 comments)
victoria bc: First Time Buyers - What are they thinking? - 05/18/09 10:30 PM
I have heard so much about real estate lately from "first time buyers" who say they want to wait until the market "crashes"!!
I would love to know - When is the market going to crash in Victoria?
Fact is, first time buyers rarely seem to purchase when the market … (4 comments)
victoria bc: Victoria Day Weekend in Victoria, BC - 05/12/09 10:29 AM
Victoria Day, this year on May 18th, is celebrated throughout Canada as Queen Victoria's Birthday, and being the first long weekend of the season the holiday timing couldn't be better.
The tourist businesses and attractions are opening up and our city is putting on its early show with … (3 comments)
While prices have been falling off from historic highs in Victoria, buyers are now getting back into the market, especially in the lower end price range.
In the greater Victoria area the average price for a single-family home in March 2009 was $534,689, down 10.46% from March of 2008, … (2 comments)
victoria bc: Earth Day in Canada is Tomorrow! April 22, 2009. Walk in Victoria! - 04/22/09 09:43 AM
Save Trees, Not Paper! Let's get together for Peace, Earth and Justice ... Earth Walk Victoria will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 12 noon. The walk starts at the Legislature lawns to Centennial Square. You can take a look at the Earth Walk Calendar on my website:http://www.david-stevens.ca/Victoria__BC_Canada/page_2022230.html … (0 comments)
In Victoria, British Columbia real estate sales bounced back in February of this year, with a substantial 63% increase over January, and prices for single family homes and condos rose by 16% compared to February of 2008.
With great mortgage rates offered at the moment in Victoria, e.g. 3.25% for 1 … (15 comments)
victoria bc: Tuesday, March 17th Happy St. Patrick's Day - Time to Party! - 03/16/09 10:35 PM
Did you know that the person who became St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was born in Wales! Having lived on the border of Wales as a child I never knew about St. Patrick until I recently read his background online, and was surprised to read he was Welsh!
I … (0 comments)
victoria bc: Who's Counting? Smell the Flowers, not the Coffee! - 03/14/09 05:55 PM
Photo courtesy of Gary Woodburn
Most people think of Canada as a cold and snowy country. Well, not on Vancouver Island! The Victoria flower count is usually held during the last week of February, but this year it has been postponed to March 18th and lasts until March 23, not because … (0 comments)
Real Estate is moving along. This week I've seen SOLD signs everywhere, and mortgage rates are low. For example, the current 1 year rate is available at 3.5%.
We've seen every aspect of weather here in Victoria today. This morning was beautifully sunny, this afternoon we had hailstones, and … (0 comments)
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The Royal couple, Charles and Camilla are visiting our beautiful city - they arrived late afternoon yesterday, and although Camilla admitted to being a bit jet-lagged they were "on show" for a few hours on the lawns of the Legislature. The crowds welcomed them and even though a lot of people … (7 comments)
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