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Can You Have Backyard Chickens in the Cowichan Valley? What Buyers Need to Know

Posted on Mar 26, 2026

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...

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What the Recent Musqueam Agreement Actually Means for Property Ownership in BC

Posted on Mar 04, 2026

                              

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...

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Buying a Home With a Basement Suite in the Cowichan Valley: What Buyers Need to Know

Posted on Jan 19, 2026

                              

With housing affordability still a major consideration for buyers across the Cowichan Valley and Vancouver Island, more people are looking at homes with basement suites as a way to reduce monthly costs and create additional income.A properly set up suite can significantly improve cash flow and long-term flexibility, but not all suites are treated t...

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Why More Americans Are Moving to Canada and Why the Cowichan Valley Is a Top Choice

Posted on Dec 16, 2025

                         

Over the past year, I have worked with multiple clients relocating from the United States to Canada. Some are returning Canadians, while others are Americans exploring a move north for affordability, safety, healthcare stability, and overall quality of life.One area that consistently stands out is the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island.Here is why...

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The 5 Fastest Growing Neighbourhoods in the Cowichan Valley (and Why People Are Moving There)

Posted on Nov 25, 2025

                           Local Businesses in Duncan, BC - VILocal  
If you have spent any time in the Cowichan Valley lately, you have probably noticed something.
Our communities are changing. We have new homes going up, new businesses opening their doors and more families moving in from Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland. Everywhere you look, there is growing demand for walkable neighborhoods, outdoor lifestyl...

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The New Cowichan Hospital: What It Means for Home Buyers and Investors

Posted on Nov 20, 2025

                           North Cowichan turns down major development near new hospital - Cowichan Valley Citizen

There is a big conversation happening in the Cowichan Valley right now. If you have spent any time living here, driving through North Cowichan, or even waiting in the current hospital parking lot, you have probably heard something about the new replacement hospital being built on Bell McKinnon Road.It is a major project. It will change how people a...

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