Escaping the Velvet Rut

Relocating, even later in your career and life, doesn’t have to mean downsizing: here’s one couple’s tale of leaving an apartment in the city for …

We the North

Northern B.C. communities are enjoying a jobs and business boost to accompany the outdoorsy lifestyle that its residents have long coveted. By Andrew Findlay The …

Where the Sun Shines

What elements make a B.C. city or town attractive during even the shorter days of winter and spring? Here’s a list of a few B.C. …

B.C. Mayors Making a Difference

All politics is local–and the top local elected official can help change a community and its future prospects. We canvased 19 of B.C.’s standout mayors …

Vivo Puerto Escondido

The dream of buying oceanfront property in a foreign country–for instance, in a relatively unknown region in Mexico–might come with some questions and some anxieties. …

In Your Own Backyard

Developers aren’t just creating modern lifestyle communities–they’re creating community events, and welcoming residents, locals and visitors to join in the fun. Here are a few …

Hot New Home Features for 2020

From green features and smart homes, to building a stronger community, here are some of the hottest building trends for 2020. By Kate Robertson With …

Decoding BC’s Step Code

B.C. prides itself on beinga national leader in energy efficiency initiatives, and its 2017 BC Energy Code is one of the most ambitious programs to …

United Nations

After years of initiatives and deals that didn’t quite take off, it seems that real estate development partnerships with First Nations are being undertaken in …

Hidden Jewel: Cumberland

Cumberland on Vancouver Island checks all the boxes for small-town living: strong community, close to nature, heritage charm. Today, the business community–and housing prices–are growing …