I really envy the residents of Vancouver Island. you guys live in such a beautiful part of the world. tons of natural beauty around and of course, the almighty Pacific Ocean.
Resident since 1970's. Notice the rain in the video - Campbell River is a Wet Zone (that is dryer now), can get windy on the seawalk. Salmon Fishing went downhill (no longer Salmon Capital of the World) but is a bit better now. More and more retirees are moving here (We are in our 70s). Finding a doctor can take a while. Staffing issues at our new hospital. Lots of outdoor views, outdoor activities and community events. Lots of camping opportunities. Recent Rapid development of four story apartments. Bus transportation is OK, but best to own a car. Excellent water! Many flights leave from Comox not Campbell River. Don't go to work for the City. Not as cheap as you think. Old Island Highway can be very slow in summer. City Center & Willow Point can sometime gridlock, (people from Vancouver just laugh at me) - New Highway 120 km/hr - 3.5 hours to Victoria
I live in Nanaimo and have looked around Campbell River and if an opportunity came up, I would certainly move there. Nanaimo council has sold out their citizens.
Rita we moved to Campbell River 8 yrs ago .. our decision was based on: 1) more water behind the city than they will ever need plus a hydro damn that supports 80,000 homes 2) homes were cheaper than Comox valley by about $50,000. 3) much less traffic 4) extensive walkway around the waterfront.. it's over 10km wheelchair friendly. 5) Costco is only 45 minutes down the double laned road with no traffic and a 110km speed limit. 6) way less people than anywhere else on the rock. 7) it's largely flat for old bones on bikes 8) Beaver Lodge Lands... huge forest right in town that is dog off lease friendly... if left alone I suspect this will become a world heritage site as the trees are already really big having been left alone for about 100 yrs as a preserved area. I've lived in over 15 communities around BC. and I can assure you the Beaver Lodge lands are a unique draw for walkers and nature lovers...it is a very special place and an incredibly valuable asset for the city.
If you move to the island it would be a mistake to choose Nanaimo over CR. Traffic, crime, the lack of community, are calling features of Nanaimo and not Campbell River. Spend a week in each city before you buy or even rent.. (rental availability and cost is even better in CR) you’ll see the difference for yourself.
Campbell River sadly has a very high crime rate, mostly property crime. Shortage of doctors, many people do not have a doctor at all and all the drop in clinics are now closed. Taxes are ramping up every year, it's just not a great place to settle any more.
I love Mexico it’s my home away from home. If you’re lucky enough to be able to work remotely and receive Canadian wages that’s amazing. Otherwise housing costs so reflect how little people are paid in Mexico.
@@Ritaisrelocating no basically I rent my house in departure bay and can live off that plus save ..work here is just extra pocket money. Tourist season is Dec-April …getting a year lease in May gets you the deals …we rent a 2 bedroom furnished house for 600 a month I pay 400 my wife pays 200..
That depends on the property. This year the property taxes for my basic three bedroom rancher in Campbell River was $5,948.00 with the homeowner’s grant while for my son’s comparable house in Ottawa it was $4,448.00 with no grant as they don’t have that. His property is closer to amenities like recreation and shopping and he uses transit more than I can as there are so many options. He has to deal with a colder but sunny winter, however we have rain Campbell River. As for snow, for 2024, we had 47.1 cms and Ottawa had 79.7, and it is colder in Ottawa. A major difference is that there is more traffic in Ottawa given that there are more people. For my son, getting a family doctor is just as much of a difficulty as it has been for us on the Island, but I think that’s all over Canada. If you can deal with rain, and like small town, this is a great place.
I really envy the residents of Vancouver Island. you guys live in such a beautiful part of the world. tons of natural beauty around and of course, the almighty Pacific Ocean.
It's the best place on earth.
Resident since 1970's. Notice the rain in the video - Campbell River is a Wet Zone (that is dryer now), can get windy on the seawalk. Salmon Fishing went downhill (no longer Salmon Capital of the World) but is a bit better now. More and more retirees are moving here (We are in our 70s). Finding a doctor can take a while. Staffing issues at our new hospital. Lots of outdoor views, outdoor activities and community events. Lots of camping opportunities. Recent Rapid development of four story apartments. Bus transportation is OK, but best to own a car. Excellent water! Many flights leave from Comox not Campbell River. Don't go to work for the City. Not as cheap as you think. Old Island Highway can be very slow in summer. City Center & Willow Point can sometime gridlock, (people from Vancouver just laugh at me) - New Highway 120 km/hr - 3.5 hours to Victoria
Great info! Thank you for your comment.
Hi Rita, thanks for all the help. You are very very informative with many connections. Look forward to working with you in the future.
Glad I can help! I look forward to meeting you too.
I live in Nanaimo and have looked around Campbell River and if an opportunity came up, I would certainly move there.
Nanaimo council has sold out their citizens.
Rita we moved to Campbell River 8 yrs ago .. our decision was based on: 1) more water behind the city than they will ever need plus a hydro damn that supports 80,000 homes 2) homes were cheaper than Comox valley by about $50,000. 3) much less traffic 4) extensive walkway around the waterfront.. it's over 10km wheelchair friendly. 5) Costco is only 45 minutes down the double laned road with no traffic and a 110km speed limit. 6) way less people than anywhere else on the rock. 7) it's largely flat for old bones on bikes 8) Beaver Lodge Lands... huge forest right in town that is dog off lease friendly... if left alone I suspect this will become a world heritage site as the trees are already really big having been left alone for about 100 yrs as a preserved area. I've lived in over 15 communities around BC. and I can assure you the Beaver Lodge lands are a unique draw for walkers and nature lovers...it is a very special place and an incredibly valuable asset for the city.
Wonderful feedback from a local. Thanks for the valuable info :)
Great video Rita.
Thanks Les!
Taxes are extremely highh in campbell river
If you move to the island it would be a mistake to choose Nanaimo over CR. Traffic, crime, the lack of community, are calling features of Nanaimo and not Campbell River. Spend a week in each city before you buy or even rent.. (rental availability and cost is even better in CR) you’ll see the difference for yourself.
Campbell river is beautiful but we do have a homeless/drug issue.
Campbell River sadly has a very high crime rate, mostly property crime. Shortage of doctors, many people do not have a doctor at all and all the drop in clinics are now closed. Taxes are ramping up every year, it's just not a great place to settle any more.
Left nanaimo for Mexico..where I live all in including rent, for $1000 a month . Try that on the island…
I love Mexico it’s my home away from home. If you’re lucky enough to be able to work remotely and receive Canadian wages that’s amazing. Otherwise housing costs so reflect how little people are paid in Mexico.
@@Ritaisrelocating no basically I rent my house in departure bay and can live off that plus save ..work here is just extra pocket money. Tourist season is Dec-April …getting a year lease in May gets you the deals …we rent a 2 bedroom furnished house for 600 a month I pay 400 my wife pays 200..
@@Ritaisrelocating my family has been in Nanaimo 150 years, we built much of it..but more to life then little nanaimo.
@@Mexicantourslucky you 😊 what you’re saying is you own in Nanaimo which allows you to live in Mexico?
@@Mexicantoursvery cool!
This video is several years old. We have a new hospital built maybe 6 years ago.
Neither city is very nice. I live right in the middle in the Comox Valley, which isn't great by any stretch either.
Industry and high paying jobs left decades ago.
There’s a need for a Bigfoot burger place and a gas station near port Alberny since the gas station burned down, some new jobs there.
Your property taxes are significantly lower than ontario.
That depends on the property. This year the property taxes for my basic three bedroom rancher in Campbell River was $5,948.00 with the homeowner’s grant while for my son’s comparable house in Ottawa it was $4,448.00 with no grant as they don’t have that. His property is closer to amenities like recreation and shopping and he uses transit more than I can as there are so many options. He has to deal with a colder but sunny winter, however we have rain Campbell River. As for snow, for 2024, we had 47.1 cms and Ottawa had 79.7, and it is colder in Ottawa. A major difference is that there is more traffic in Ottawa given that there are more people. For my son, getting a family doctor is just as much of a difficulty as it has been for us on the Island, but I think that’s all over Canada. If you can deal with rain, and like small town, this is a great place.