If you are thinking about relocating to the Cowichan Valley, you are part of a growing trend.Over the past few years, I have helped people move here from Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, the United States, and from elsewhere on Vancouver Island. The reasons usually come back to the same few things: more space, a slower pace, better value, and a communi...

If you are thinking about buying a home in the Cowichan Valley and like the idea of having backyard chickens, you are not alone.It is something that comes up more and more, especially with families looking for space, a bit of self-sufficiency, or a different lifestyle.What often surprises people is this:Whether you can have chickens depends heavily...

                              

You may have seen recent headlines about new agreements between the Musqueam Indian Band and the Government of Canada.Some coverage has framed this as a major shift in land ownership. Naturally, that’s raised questions.So let’s clarify.

The Short Answer

Across British Columbia, including here in the Cowichan Valley, registered fee-simple property own...