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October 2025

Earthquake Preparedness for Victoria: How to Stay Safe

Posted on Oct 12, 2025



Living on the West Coast of British Columbia, including Victoria, BC, means enjoying ocean views, mild weather, and coastal beauty — but it also means living in one of Canada’s most seismically active regions. Scientists agree that Vancouver Island and the coastal areas of BC sit along the Cascadia Subduction Zone, a fault line capable of producing...

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Build Canada Homes: What Mark Carney’s Housing Plan Means for Victoria, BC 

Posted on Oct 11, 2025


Victoria, BC, has long struggled with skyrocketing home prices, limited supply, and rising rents — challenges shared across Canada. To tackle this crisis, the Carney government has launched Build Canada Homes (BCH), a major federal housing initiative designed to make homes more affordable and increase housing supply at record speed.

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Understanding the Foreclosure Process in Victoria: From Listing to Court Approval

Posted on Oct 11, 2025



In today’s changing real estate market, foreclosures are becoming a topic of growing interest for both homebuyers and sellers in Victoria, BC. A foreclosure happens when a homeowner falls behind on mortgage payments and the lender takes legal steps to recover the debt through the BC Supreme Court. Unlike private sales, foreclosures follow a strict...

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What Building Products Contained Asbestos — and Why It Was Banned in Canada 

Posted on Oct 11, 2025


Asbestos was once called a “miracle material.” It was strong, heat-resistant, soundproof, and inexpensive — everything a builder could want. Unfortunately, it was later discovered that asbestos exposure causes serious and often fatal lung diseases, leading to a national ban in Canada.Below is a clear guide on where asbestos was used, why it was ban...

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Understanding Vermiculite and Asbestos in BC Homes: What Homeowners Need to Know 

Posted on Oct 11, 2025


Many older homes in British Columbia — particularly those built before the 1990s — may contain vermiculite insulation or other materials that include asbestos. While these were once considered innovative building materials, today they pose serious health and insurance challenges for homeowners and buyers alike.If you’re purchasing, selling, or reno...

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The Most Difficult Items in Older Homes That Affect Home Insurance Approval 

Posted on Oct 11, 2025


Older homes in British Columbia — especially those built before the 1980s — are full of character and charm. But beneath the beautiful woodwork and vintage details can lie a few costly surprises that make insurance companies nervous.Whether you’re buying or selling a character home in Victoria, it’s important to understand which components insurers...

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