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The communities from Mill Bay up to Qualicum Beach, side by side, plus the practical part of the move: sorting out care, choosing a home that keeps suiting you, and running the last ninety days.
Seven community guides, plus three to go further
Community Fit
Twenty-one communities side by side, with the feel of each and the drive times, so you know where to look first.
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The Cowichan Valley
Mill Bay, Chemainus, Duncan and the valley south of Ladysmith, where the winters are the mildest in the country.
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Retiring in Ladysmith
The heritage harbour town, with two hospitals about twenty-five minutes either way.
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Retiring in Nanaimo
The Harbour City, where the regional hospital, the airport, and both ferry terminals are in town.
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Retiring in Nanoose Bay
The quiet middle between the two towns, with Fairwinds, the marina, and room for the gear.
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Retiring in Oceanside
Parksville, Qualicum Beach, and the communities along the coast in between.
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Retiring in Qualicum Beach
The walkable village north of Parksville, heritage streets, gardens, and golf.
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Right Sizing
Downsizing without downgrading, and what the move looks like step by step.
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Nanaimo 90-Day Checklist
A phase-by-phase plan for the three months around your move.
DownloadOnce you've had a look, the fastest way to narrow it down is a short call with Travis or Kiel, who help people make this move every week.
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