• Fairy Lake Bonsai Tree,Jason Anson

    Fairy Lake Bonsai Tree

    Fairy Lake Bonsai Tree near Port Renfrew is one of the most photographed natural wonders on Vancouver Island. A tiny Douglas fir growing from the trunk of a long-fallen giant. Floating in the still waters of Fairy Lake, this “natural bonsai” has become a quiet symbol of resilience and renewal alo

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  • BC Forest Discovery Centre Halloween Train,Jason Anson

    BC Forest Discovery Centre Halloween Train

    BC Forest Discovery Centre Halloween Train lights up Duncan each October with pumpkins, fog, and the echo of a heritage steam engine. Families ride a historic railway through cedar and marsh scenery, enjoy crafts and treats, and warm up by the firepits as the forest glows. Home › Vancouver Isla

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  • Top Places People Are Moving to on Vancouver Island,Jason Anson

    Top Places People Are Moving to on Vancouver Island

    Where Are People Moving to on Vancouver Island Vancouver Island is experiencing a wave of migration. With more Canadians working remotely, retiring earlier, or seeking a different pace of life, the Island has become a top destination for people leaving larger cities like Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton

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This page brings together my latest insights, stories, and updates about real estate and community life on Vancouver Island. Each article is part of a bigger picture, showing how housing, lifestyle, and local conditions are always changing. I have lived on the island for more than 30 years and have seen these shifts first-hand. In my professional work I focus on proving actual market value with market movement data, so buyers and sellers can trust the guidance they find here. Use these guides to explore regional areas and connect what you read with the broader housing story of the island at Living on Vancouver Island.