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November Market Update
November Market Update (Reflecting October Data) Prepared for Gillette & Associates This fall’s market is looking more balanced and predictable—a welcome shift compared with the volatility seen in major urban centers. According to VIREB, October recorded 649 total sales across all property types, down 9% year-over-year. Inventory also tightened slightly, with 3,838 active listings, 4% lower than last year.From our vantage point at Gillette &…
Nanaimo News
Vancouver Island Holiday Events This December
It’s beginning to feel a lot like the holidays on Vancouver Island—think twinkling lights along the coast, festive markets nestled…
November Market Update
November Market Update (Reflecting October Data) Prepared for Gillette & Associates This fall’s market is looking more balanced and predictable—a welcome shift…
September 2025 Events
September in Nanaimo: Fall into Fun! As summer fades and the leaves begin to change, September in Nanaimo is anything but…
Westwood Lake Park Gets a Major Glow-Up
You know that feeling when a favorite spot gets even better? That’s what’s happening right here in Nanaimo at Westwood…
August 2025 Events
Summer is in full swing, and August in Nanaimo is absolutely buzzing with fantastic events for everyone! From thrilling mountain…
South Nanaimo Embraces Expanded E&N Trail
This extension, totaling 734 meters, builds upon the existing popular eight-kilometer paved walking and biking trail, which is a key…
Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island Holiday Events This December
It’s beginning to feel a lot like the…
Nanaimo Real Estate — September 2025 “First Out” Market Recap
Welcome to the Nanaimo real estate market update…
Relocating to Vancouver Island: Ditch the Downtown Dash
A quiet revolution has been brewing across the…
Vancouver Island Real Estate Emerges as a Hotspot Amid Lower Mainland Pressures
Despite the current fall of housing prices in…
Vancouver Island Films & TV Shows
More Than Just Scenery – It’s a Star! Vancouver…
Architecture
Designing with the Island in Mind
While Nanaimo has long been celebrated for offering…
How to Make a Small Space Feel Like a Stylish Home
While Nanaimo has long been celebrated for offering…
Semienterrada’s Legacy: Designing with Vancouver Island’s Landscape
Building With the Island: How a Half-Buried Spanish…
Architecture Can Embrace the Wild
On the lush, rain-kissed shores of Vancouver Island,…
Sustainable Living Homes
The Rise of Eco-Friendly Residences In today’s environmentally…
Romantic Countryside Inspired Homes
In a world that’s increasingly fast-paced and digitally…
Real Estate Market Updates
November Market Update
November Market Update (Reflecting October Data) Prepared for Gillette…
Nanaimo Real Estate — September 2025 “First Out” Market Recap
Welcome to the Nanaimo real estate market update…
August 2025 Stats: South Nanaimo
Market OverviewAugust saw a seasonal slowdown in activity,…
August 2025 Nanaimo Luxury Market Update
Nanaimo Luxury Real Estate Market Update – August…
August First Look: Nanaimo Real Estate Market Update 2025
We’re sharing this a little early so you’re…
August 2025 South Nanaimo Update
Welcome to your August Market Update, focused exclusively…
Lifestyle
Vancouver Island Holiday Events This December
It’s beginning to feel a lot like the holidays on Vancouver Island—think twinkling lights along the coast, festive markets nestled…
Design Notes: October Inspiration from Near and Far
October on Vancouver Island brings cozy sweaters, golden leaves, and that unmistakable shift toward slower, more intentional living. Mornings are…
Designing with the Island in Mind
While Nanaimo has long been celebrated for offering more room to breathe compared to larger urban centers like Vancouver, a…
How to Make a Small Space Feel Like a Stylish Home
While Nanaimo has long been celebrated for offering more room to breathe compared to larger urban centers like Vancouver, a…
Creating the Perfect Breakfast Nook
Imagine this: a sun-drenched corner in your kitchen, a plush cushion on a built-in bench, and a freshly brewed cup…
Wheels and Wilderness: Inclusive Off-Roading on Vancouver Island
We recently came across an inspiring article highlighting the incredible work of SOAR Experiences in New York, a non-profit empowering…
