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Downtown Immaculate 12th Floor 1 Bed Condo with Parking Garage

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Yates on Yates is a prime Downtown location built by Chard, a steel and concrete building offering breathtaking Ocean, Mountain, and City Views from the Shared Roof Top Patio!

There is a covered BBQ, Eating Area, Garden Doggy gravel, and kids' play areas, perfect for entertaining grandchildren and friends.

This 12th-floor suite has expansive views and large windows in this stylish unit only 3 years young with an amazing patio.

The quality Fisher, Paykel, and Liebherr appliances include a Built-in fridge, Quartz countertops plus room for an Island.

The Heat pump adds warmth and AC for our hot days, underground parking, bike, and separate storage.

Walk to all

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Private Updated 3 Bed Rancher in Cul de Sac

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Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bed rancher on a private treed .18 acre lot in a cul de sac.

The manicured front yard leads to a spacious entry with coat storage and laundry just off the hallway.

A large bright living room with a new wood insert and mantle surrounds the fireplace creating the perfect entertaining or relaxing area with adjacent dining and garden views.

The updated newer sunny white kitchen with granite counters and glass focal points lead to sliding doors and the mature garden area of trees, shrubs, and private seating areas.

The large quiet principal bedroom has the same stunning serene garden views privately set across from the other bedrooms.

The updated

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Canadian Inflation (April 2023) - May 16, 2023

Canadian prices, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose 4.4 per cent on a year-over-year basis in April, a slight increase from the 4.3 per cent rate in March. Month over month, CPI rose 0.7 per cent, in large part due to higher gasoline prices, which jumped 6.3 per cent from last month. Shelter costs were up 4.9 per cent year over year, driven by much higher mortgage interest costs (up 28.5 per cent from last year) along with higher rents (up 6.1 per cent from April 2022). The homeowner's replacement cost, which tracks home prices, was up just 0.2 per cent year over year. Grocery prices were up 9.1 per cent year over year, down from 9.7 per cent last month. In BC, consumer

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Victoria Most Affordable Neighbourhoods

If you're planning on moving to Victoria soon and are still deciding on a community to call home, you may be wondering where to start your search. While there are several desirable areas in the city, knowing which ones are the most affordable can be essential. The following neighbourhoods in the city of Victoria offer residents a mix of property types, unique amenities, and affordable price ranges.

Harris Green

Victoria's smallest but liveliest neighbourhood, Harris Green, offers affordable condos and apartments just outside downtown Victoria.

Harris Green is one of Victoria's oldest neighbourhoods, beginning in the 19th century as a residential area with single-family homes for downtown workers. By the turn of the century, Harris Green

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Stunning Half-Acre Waterfront Home

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Welcome to 244 Leighton Lane a stunning half-acre waterfront home that offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort & outdoor beauty.

Nestled in a lush garden, the home boasts breathtaking views of the sparkling water as well as vibrant greenery, a wrap-around deck, and loads of area for outdoor living, south facing - sun all day.

Walk down to the water where it is safe for kids and step into the water to kayak, swim, or sunbath on the nearby rocks.

The spacious architectural designed home has an open-plan interior with spectacular views from all rooms.

Granite countertops, built-in appliances & large dining area to relax or entertain.

Large laundry/pantry/mud room so all prep, laundry & shoes

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Canadian Employment (April 2023) - May 5, 2023

Canadian employment rose slightly to 20.13 million in April, up by 41,400 (0.2 per cent). The Canadian unemployment rate held steady at 5 per cent, unchanged since December. Employment gains were concentrated in wholesale and retail trade (+24,000); transportation and warehousing (+17,000); and information, culture and recreation (+16,000). Average hourly wages were up 5.2 per cent from April of last year.

Employment in BC was little changed in April, rising 0.1 per cent to 2.78 million, while declining by 0.1 per cent in Metro Vancouver to 1.564 millionThe unemployment rate rose to 5 per cent in BC and to 5.4 per cent in Metro Vancouver. The rise was driven both by a rise in labour force

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Prime Location, Private Quiet Bright Updated Condo

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Prime location close to Uptown, Tillicum, and Mayfair Malls!

A quiet well run clean small strata that includes gas for new fireplace in strata fee.

Lovely upgrades include kitchen cabinetry, counters, and flooring.

The open concept unfolds to a nice mountain view and a perfect entertaining space.

Access to the spacious private balcony from the large living room with architectural detail window surrounding fireplace and ceiling detail.

The Principal bedroom with large closets also has the same private view. The den currently being used as a 2nd bedroom is perfect for the company.

Great storage, pets and children welcome, and some rentals.

Carefree living on bus route with

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Best Parks in Victoria

The public parks in the city of Victoria, BC, offer diverse natural beauty and recreational activities for residents and visitors alike. From the stunning vistas and rich history of Beacon Hill Park to the natural spaces in Trafalgar Park, there's something for everyone in Victoria's public spaces.

Discover what each park offers regarding activities and attractions while gaining insight into Victoria's best neighbourhoods, which are often located nearby. By exploring these green spaces in-depth, you'll better understand why they are cherished by locals and worth checking out for anyone visiting or moving to Victoria.

Cadboro-Gyro Park

Located in the beautiful District of Saanich, this playground offers an exciting and inclusive play experience

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Executive Inner Harbour Condo with Views

Introducing a stunning North-East facing corner suite, boasting views of the Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf, and splendidly landscaped water gardens.

This exquisite 1634 sq. ft. suite is located in the prestigious Harbourside complex and features superior quality construction and a fantastic floor plan awaiting your renovation dream ideas!

As you enter this spacious home, you are greeted by a large den, a corner living room with a cozy gas fireplace, and an open dining room, providing ample space for comfortable living.

The sunny breakfast area off the kitchen is the perfect spot to start your day with a cup of coffee and enjoy the stunning views.

Down the hall, you have a full 3-piece bath,

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A Spacious and Well-maintained Home

marinacres103cs Welcome to 3960 Wedgpoint Terrace, a spacious and well-maintained home that spans over 5580 sqft and boasts four bedrooms and four bathrooms, plus a bonus room.   Situated on almost half an acre in the peaceful and private Wedgewood Point with mature gardens and soaring trees.    The foyer is bright and airy, leading to the elegant living room with large floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the yard with its calming water feature and stamped concrete patio.   The spacious kitchen features an oversized island, loads of cabinetry, high-end appliances, and custom granite countertops.   This chef's dream kitchen is adjacent to the family room, with access to a large covered deck…
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