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contents Summer in the Gulf Islands The Gulf Islands have their charms at any time of year, but it’s hard to deny that summer brings that extra bit of sparkle to a visit. And the local weather pattern means summer usually extends right through October.

The region shares a culture that welcomes visitors, as artisans put out their best product and tourism-related businesses ramp up with full offerings, from moonlight kayak tours to farm-to-table dining al fresco. The beautiful outdoors is also at its best, with clean ocean waters warming up enough for a dip and sunny skies making cruising between island ports doubly enjoyable.

Despite many similarities, though, each island has its own individual character and offerings. Read about each island on our website - gulfislandstourism.com - to find what piques your interest. Special events happening throughout the summer may help make the choice easier — or make it that much more difficult!

The annual Galiano Music Festival, this year happening on Aug. 4, offers a full day of free live music presented by the Galiano Island Lions Club. Salt Spring Island Conservancy hosts an Arts and Nature Fest on Aug. 5 and weekly themed events for families through August. Those are just a couple of examples of what you can find.

Whatever you seek and whatever you discover, we know that once you’ve seen the Gulf Islands for yourself, you’ll immediately start planning your next trip.

GULF ISLANDS REAL ESTATE Publisher: Amber Ogilvie | Editor: Gail Sjuberg Art Director: Lorraine Sullivan Advertising: Shirley Command, Paul O'Driscoll The Gulf Islands Real Estate is published by Driftwood Publishing Ltd., 328 Lower Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island, B.C. V8K 2V3 Phone: 250-537-9933 Fax: 250-537-2613 | Email: driftwood@gulfislandsdriftwood.com Websites: www.gulfislandstourism.com | www.gulfislandsdriftwood.com www.driftwoodgimedia.com Printed in Canada

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CUSTOM CRAFTSMAN STYLE - 292 Canvasback Place. Fantastic views of ocean, islands and sunsets from this builder’s own home filled with quality workmanship and creativity. The tasteful blending of traditional and casual elements boasts too many details to list. $1,189,000 MLS#391002 Listed by Myles HISTORIC -ARTISTIC-IRREPLACEABLE - 181 Bittancourt Road. Originally the Customs House for the Island, replete with stories of bootleggers and other adventures, this waterfront treasure on 1.5 acres is ripe for your updating to take it into its next hundred years. $699,000 MLS#390691 Listed by Norman ECO-FRIENDLY COB CONSTRUCTION - 110 Desiree Drive. Artistic flare inside and out of this 3 bedroom 2 bath home that embraces its rural setting with rough unpolished finishes that accent the natural materials inherent to a cob home. 5 acres with ocean views, zoned for guest cottage, studio etc. $745,000 MLS#390994 Listed by Myles READY FOR YOUR SMALL FARM - 164 Mansell Road. All the hard work is done. 600 ft.≤ 2 bed cottage to live in while you build on this south facing 5+ acres close to town, with established market garden (blueberries and raspberries) and greenhouse. $629,000 MLS#389174 Listed by Norman MERCHANT MEWS - #1-315 Upper Ganges 1126 sq.ft. already set up with offices, lunch room and handicapped washroom, plus potential for more space upstairs. $199,000 MLS#380280 Listed by Myles ESTABLISHED UPHOLSTERY BUSINESS #6 -315 Upper Ganges Road.

Customer base includes homeowners, designers and contractors. Price includes a 700 sq. ft. showroom/workshop in bustling, attractive service complex with high visibility and good parking. GST and inventory extra. $259,000 MLS#391554 Listed by Norman

www.NormanRothwell.com • (250) 537 5166

LOTS AND ACREAGES Myles’ Land Offerings SANDPIPER ROAD ............................ .52 ac.......................$249,000 OYSTERCATCHER PLACE ................... .82 ac.......................$229,000 SECLUSION LANE .............................2.34 ac ......................$419,000 SUNSET DRIVE ................................. .57 ac.......................$659,000

Norman’s Land Offerings CANVASBACK PLACE ........................ .55 ac.......................$339,000 BELVIDERE DRIVE.............................6.99 ac ......................$399,000 118 JACKSON AVE (2 titles) ............... .90 ac.......................$549,000 FULFORD BALL PARK (subdividable) .....42 ac ...................... $1,489,000

www.MylesWilson.com • (250) 537 7200

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TODD ERICKSON 604-307-9850

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Waterfront with future development potential Located at edge of downtown Ganges • Legal up/down duplex Views from both levels • Recently renovated Large, detached workshop • Great potential revenue

OCEANVIEW ESTATE LOTS $399,000 - $449,000 + GST • Best on the market! • 11 mins from Ganges • 3+ acres • Extremely private • On private drive • Panoramic views • 2 available • Zoned for house and cottage • Excellent well water for each

604-307-9850 • todderickson11@gmail.com • saltspringlifestyleproperties.com

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Susan de Stein*

MBA, REALTOR®

*Personal Real Estate Corporation

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BestofSaltSpringRealEstate.com susandestein@shaw.ca 1101 - 115 Fulford-Ganges Road Salt Spring Island V8K 2T9

Wonderful walk-on beach and 1.25 acres of low bank oceanfront This 1.25 acre low bank oceanfront property includes an orchard, architectdesigned home offering mostly one-level living and flexible spaces for family, visitors, and entertaining. Minutes to town, in the friendly Price Rd./ Cottonwood neighbourhood, the home offers easy access to one of the most coveted stretches of beach on Salt Spring.

120 Cottonwood Rd. MLS 394395 • $2,398,000

Big skies, sunshine, 180 degree views Sunny 12.5 acres with stunning views, an extraordinary qualitybuilt home and comfortable separate guest cottage, offering privacy, quiet, luxury features.

190 Sarah Way $1,950,000 • MLS 392451

Exceptional west coast home with private cove and beach Stunning private cove is all yours.

One of a kind, in the island’s idyllic south-end, 2500 sf home faces S/SE in an enclave of fine homes, with fabulous sun, views, and easy access to the water. Superlatives apply here.

221 Bayridge Pl. MLS 389117 • $2,995,000

Iconic Salt Spring views, spacious well-built home Look beyond - past the marine traffic in Ganges harbor, to other Gulf Islands, the coast mountains behind Vancouver … Close to town, this two level home offers large living spaces and decks, easy open plan layout, flexible accommodations for guests, family.

221 Donore Rd. MLS 391160 • $899,000

Amazing views, well built home, great location Great location, west side sunshine, this 2700 sf home faces S/SW, offers an open plan, with separate den, artist’s studio above the garage, master suite with stunning views.

263 Canvasback Pl. MLS 389857 • $849,000

Perfect hobby farm, large log home + outbuildings galore

Scandinavian modern style, environmentally healthy home Minutes to town, this superbly engineered and sophisticated 3 bed, 3 bath home was designed by the owners, built by one of Salt Spring’s top contractors, is bright and open, energy-efficient, and superbly engineered.

157 Castle Cross Rd. MLS 394559 • $869,000

A remarkable 5.69 acres, gently sloping, south-facing with year round sun and light – riding ring, stables, large workshop barn and apartment above. For horses, hobby farming, with power and water underground to pastures and out-buildings.

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By reputation, for fine floor and window coverings . carpet . wool carpet . linoleum & vinyl . hardwood & laminate . cork . tile and stone . Hunter Douglas window coverings

Karen Shergold In-house Design Consultant EXPERTISE IN: . Integrated home styling . Stone and tile design . Bathroom design . Flooring selection . Estimating . New homes . Renovations

Ganges Floor Coverings Ltd. 250-537-9112

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LIVE SALT SPRING 120 LOWER GANGES ROAD CHRIS & DARLENE HOBBS 250.537.1778

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711 Mansell Road

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$2,200,000

1100 Sunset Drive

$4,180,000

780 Sunset Drive

$3,400,000

BEDS: 2 BATHS: 2 2,863 SQ.FT.

BEDS: 4 BATHS: 6 5,510 SQ.FT.

BEDS: 3 BATHS: 3 3,787 SQ.FT.

An oceanfront residence on 1.5 acres of low bank turquoise waters & coastal gardens. Nautically inspired coach house with luxurious loft above. A south facing property of character & quality.

This contemporary beach house has been recognized with national environmental and design awards. Subdued island style mingles with interior drama for unforgettable visual and emotional impact on 2.25 acres. Exclusive.

Juniper Point: Pristine Schubart design in an unparalleled seaside setting. Deep water dock, spectacular walk on sand shell beach, lush level lawns, fenced garden, lily pond & fruit trees. Exclusive.

388696

133 Alders Avenue

$2,595,000

390100

160 Wilkie Way

$2,098,000

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170 Simson Road

$2,395,000

BEDS: 5 BATHS: 5 6,330 SQ.FT.

BEDS: 3 BATHS: 3 3,028 SQ.FT.

BEDS: 4 BATHS: 4 3,337 SQ.FT.

Timeless coastal elegance & meticulous modern design principles on 1.45 acres. Soaring beamed ceilings. Slide away walls. Home theatre. Wine cellar. An ultra luxurious oceanfront property right in town.

Driven by design,this exceptional 3 acre residence is made possible only by placing passion over practicality with shockingly dramatic 180 degree views stretching far&wide for miles upon miles.Incomparable.

Stone Cutters Rest: 4 ¾ sun drenched oceanfront acres with colossal views, brilliant year round light & those sensational sunsets the west side is famous for.

Guest cottage. Workshop. Dock and float.

SIRC222735

702 Mt Belcher Heights

$2,495,000

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Tara Hall Farm

$2,799,000

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281 Mountain Park Drive

$975,000

BEDS: 2 BATHS: 3 4,071 SQ.FT.

BEDS: 3 BATHS: 2 4,373 SQ.FT.

BED: 1 BATHS: 2 1,500 SQ.FT.

Iconic Schubart sighting and upscale modern design set on an estate-sized 28 acre property offering the utmost in privacy and far reaching ocean,lake,mountain and mainland views. Luxe studio suite.

Ultra private 160 acre estate with awe inspiring ocean views. Casual elegance defines the luxurious 4,273 sq.ft. main home. A seperate ocean-view caretakers residence sits about ½ km away. One of a kind.

Cliffbank oceanfront with astonishing views! Vintage ‘mid-century’ style home and cabin enjoy breathtaking coastal vistas from their high level perch. A unique offering on the desirable west side.

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166 Toynbee Road

$828,000

291 Maliview Drive

$599,500

545 Blackburn Road

$1,185,000

BEDS: 2 BATHS: 1.5 1,686 SQ.FT.

BEDS: 2 BATHS: 1 1,585 SQ.FT.

BEDS: 3 BATHS: 2 1,413 SQ.FT.

There is a calming energy on this 5 acre property that just feels right. Only a few ever get the privilege to call Toynbee Road home - it is on the sunny side of the valley and decades can pass between opportunities to acquire. ownership.

Just off of Walker’s Hook Road and half a block from the beach, this meticulous ocean view rancher welcomes a stylish Island lifestyle in tune with the times.

An exceptional, affordable property.

Orchard Glen Cottage: A quintessential country house set on 12 resplendant acres complete with fenced pastures, pond, old orchard, mixed woods and a refreshing freshwater creek. A very special spot.

For more property details and images enter the property ID# at SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA Sotheby’s International Realty Canada is Independently Owned and Operated. E.&O.E.: This information is from sources which we deem reliable, but must be verified by prospective Purchasers and may be subject to change or withdrawal.

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Jan Macpherson - Top Seller * 2017 * Based on Victoria Real Estate Board (VREB) statistics Highest number of transactions (listings & sales) in 2017 on Salt Spring Island.

Maximize Your Likelihood Of Success.

Choose Jan - Salt Spring’s Most Productive Real Estate Broker *.

Jan Macpherson 250-537-9894 Direct

Salt Spring

janmacpherson@gmail.com

Each office independently owned and operated

(250) 537-9977 (Office) 1 (800) 731-7131 (Toll Free) 104-150 Fulford Ganges Road Salt Spring Island BC V8K 2T8 www.remaxsaltspring.com

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How the SSI real estate market is changing in context with regional trends and new regulations Where buyers come from and how they will likely find your property Preparation for listing strategies - “to stage or not to stage” The advantages of optimum timing of “when to list” How to encourage buyers to consider your property and understand its true value The benefits of professional photography, floor plans and other media.

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BEST TIME TO SELL IS IN A SELLER’S MARKET When there is the least competition!

The number of Single Family Dwellings listed for sale on MLS - VREB remains low, with 75 residences, of which only 9 are priced under $500,000!

If you’ve been waiting MANY YEARS... for the “right time to list”...

NOTE: The number of high end listings is expanding.

Salt Spring SFD Housing Inventory VREB Statistics - $300,000 $300-399,999 $400-499,999 $500-599,999 $600-699,999 $700-799,999 $800-899,999 $900-999,999 $1,000-1,499,999 $1499,999-1,999,999 $2,000,000 +

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2018 will be the year of greatest change ever. The regulatory environment is being constantly updated and agency representation will be the focus of many discussions with the introduction of new rules.

If you are planning to sell this year, I urge you to choose your Realtor® carefully, and to consider having me act exclusively on your behalf. Over the years I have received many VREB awards, as well as multiple RE/MAX advertising awards and believe that my success is truly based upon the success of my clients.

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Li Read

250.537.7647 LiRead33@Gmail.com www.LiRead.ca

Platinum Collection

Oceanview Bayside light filled townhome, dramatic Ganges Harbour views, 3 bed / 3 bath, super kitchen. All day sun. Walk to all Ganges amenities (shops, marinas, restaurants, etc) An easy care option for enjoying the Salt Spring lifestyle! R2266781 $848,800

Oceanview Family home. Panoramic ocean views! Custom designed 5 bed, 3 bath home, wood floors, sunny decking & patios, 0.6 acres, sep double carport, close to town! Recent septic system. On community water.

MLS# R2261286 $1,125,000

Authentic character home, built with old style craftsmanship, renovated & restored, 4 bed, 4 bath, wood floors, sunny 10+ acres, fenced vegetable garden, sep garage. Very private!

Unique features! Must be seen!

R2291399 $1,220,000

Sunny 4 bed, 3 bath home on 1.83 acres. Lake frontage on Bullock Lake. Open plan kitchen / dining / living, woodstove, new indoor & exterior painting, close to Ganges. B&B potential. Unique!

MLS# R2234186 $600,000

Just move in! Custom 3 bed / 3 bath home, large living/dining, feature fireplace, country kitchen, newly painted exterior & interior, new carpet, new deck, easy care property close to town.

MLS# R2233106 $649,000

Beautiful heritage farmhouse in the Fulford Valley. Restored & renovated 1910 era character home, 3 bed, 2.5 bath, full of charm. Sunny 1.8 acres. Close to ferry to Victoria. Just move in. A true must-see! MLS# R2241182 $789,000

Oceanfront home on the protected shores of Long Harbour! Superb long distance views. Dock in place. Beach. 3 bed / 3 bath (private master), sunny decks & patios, sep garage. Private 1.6 acres. Close to all amenities.

MLS# R2284789 $1,696,000

Dynamic west coast contemporary home with inspiring panoramic ocean views. cook’s designed kitchen, large dining, living with stone fireplace, wood floors. Sep studio, sep workshop, sep storage. Sunny 3+ acres. A delight to show!

MLS# R2209140 $1,350,000

Very charming oceanfront panabode log cottage.

Beautiful ocean view panorama of Russell Island, Moresby Island, & Olympic Mts. Sunny easy care 1+ acre.

Close to Fulford Ferry.

Ideal weekend / summer getaway! MLS# R2277891 $1,530,000

Li Read, Managing Broker Platinum Collection

MLS Medallion Award 2017 • MLS President’s Award 2016

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Li Read

250.537.7647 LiRead33@Gmail.com www.LiRead.ca

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Platinum Collection

Panoramic ocean view! H. Schubart designed West Coast Contemporary home. 3 bed, 3 bath, feature stone fireplace, sunny expansive decking. Easy care 0.75 acres. Close to town.

Ready to move in & enjoy!

MLS# R2283421 $1,020,000

Welcoming and unique country home, 3 bed, 2 bath, private deck, sunny 1.5 acres, raised garden beds, orchard, forested privacy. Walk to beach – ocean swimming! Just move in!

See Li for MLS# $890,000

Fulford Harbour beachfront! 3 bed, 3 bath home plus sep guest/inlaw suite, successful B&B, sunny easy care property. Panoramic views.

Plenty of decking. Would be a delightful family home! MLS# R2278233 $993,500

Oceanview estate property, classic home with European Flair! Formal foyer, dramatic living, feature fireplace, formal dining,large cook’s kitchen, inviting media room, master wing. Sunny decking,hot tub, double garage, sep. guest cottage. A Must See! MLS# R2173124 $1,140,000

A superb retirement choice! 3 bed / 2 bath cottage style home. Steps to beach access.

Close to town. On community water. Some sea glimpses. Sunny & private 0.73 acre. In area of quality homes. Don’t overlook!

MLS# R2283424 $950,000

Light-filled townhome in prime Bayside, 2 en suite guest bed, spacious living/dining, super kitchen. Private master level with en suite & office/loft. Walk to all shops and services in Ganges. Just move in!

MLS# R2283418 $729,000

Lasqueti Island: Oceanfront 1.8 acres, Two enchanting cottages offering charm & character.

Sandstone shell beach. Expansive ocean views, magical sunsets, & southwest sunny exposure.

The ideal Summer vacation getaway!

MLS# 442270 $995,000

Secret Island: Oceanfront cottage, panoramic views, community dock & water system, next to Prevost Island, minutes to Ganges. Excellent kayaking area. Superb getaway!

MLS# R2241899 $238,000

Kolb Island: A private 3+ acre island. 100’ dock in place. 2 bed / 2 bath cottage style home, sep guest cottage, sep workshop, greenhouse, 2nd offshore dock plus mooring bouys. Near Sidney, moments from Canoe Cove Marina. A true year round getaway! MLS# R2253375 See Li!

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www.paulzolob.com

250.526.2626

Serving Salt Spring Island & the Gulf Islands

paul@paulzolob.com If you’re a home seller, it is important to select the right real estate agent. Sometimes renovating to increase your property value and sell faster may be important. You must have good pricing strategies, prepare your home for presentation to potential buyers, and make sure you have a solid marketing plan.

190 MUSGRAVE PLACE

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High bank waterfront on the west side of Salt Spring. Ample consideration was given to designing this solid built 2750 sq. ft. home to take advantage of the views and natural light. A warm and inviting open main floor has 2 bedrooms, laundry and a large kitchen with 2 ovens (gas and elec) and granite countertops. The upper level has a large open loft and the master bedroom with spacious ensuite and walkin closet. Sea lovers will want to take advantage of private moorage (up to 35 ft) included in the annual low strata fees.

Access to Musgrave Landing is by a half hour back country road drive from Fulford Harbour on Salt Spring or by boat from Genoa or Cowichan bays on Vancouver Island. A superb location MLS #386737 - $890,000

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3+ acres in a quiet rural setting close to St. Mary Lake. A great combination of open field and forested area with numerous options for uses. Guest cottage allowed on this small acreage. This 4 bedroom home needs work but the structure is sound and waiting for your design inspiration. Property sold as is.

MLS #384775 - $475,000

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“Let’s get you moving” If you’re a home buyer, I will help you find exactly what you’re looking for, take advantage of market conditions, evaluate available listings and neighbourhoods that suit your needs. I will work with you to help get pre-approved for a mortgage and budget for all the costs involved with buying a home.

207C-540 AL WILSON GROVE - DUNCAN MLS® 441796 Downsizing is easy with this lovely 2 bed 2 bath 1,255 sq. ft. condo at the popular Riverstone in Duncan. The tiled entrance leads to a bright living and dining area with large windows, natural gas fireplace and sliders to the deck. The spacious kitchen has an eating nook and the big master bedroom has an en suite with walk in shower. The second bedroom, second full bath and in unit laundry/storage room complete the living space. There is also the bonus of natural gas being included in your strata fee so you can cozy up to the fireplace all winter long. This desirable building allows pets (with restrictions) and is adult oriented (50+). There is a common room for events, workshop, storage locker and underground parking. Close to restaurants, shopping and walking trails. Care free living at the Riverstone! $279,900 3-660 JUBILEE STREET - DUNCAN MLS® 439621 Transformed! Convenient cozy complex of only SIX 3-bed, 1.5 bath townhomes of approx. 1000SF each. At the top of the ‘walkable/bikeable’ scale in downtown Duncan. Each unit has a garage which can be storage or hobby room plus a parking space. Full facelift includes soft decorator colours, new flooring, interior doors, baseboard heaters, moldings, blinds, decora switches, kitchens with 3 stainless appliances, most lighting.

Quality vinyl strip flooring down, carpet & lino up. Bathrooms substantially updated, show like new. Washer & dryer. Wrapped up in worry-free hardi-plank, new roof and vinyl windows. Set off by charming wrought iron fence & freshened landscaping. Each unit has 2 areas designated as limited common property for personal use, in addition to the large common onto which most homes look. Rare offering of move-in ready homes complete with garages downtown.

No GST. $295,000 3173 CHANNEL BLVD - DUNCAN MLS® 442405 Solid 1980’s built home in Chemainus’s most popular Channel View Estates. A great opportunity to get into the market in a wonderful home that has tremendous potential for a broad cross section of uses. The four bedrooms plus den could be turned into 5 or left alone for that quiet office or home based business. Upstairs, the bright main floor hosts a large kitchen, dining room and living room with an additional 3 bedrooms just down the hall. The master boasts a 3 pc shower ensuite, a walk-in closet plus views over your private garden and back yard. Down stairs we see an XL Family Room with a central wood stove to enjoy with the family. An additional bedroom and den (potential be a 5th bedroom), 2 pc bath (roughed in for shower/tub) and laundry complete the basement layout. Mature landscaping, garden area, fruit trees and a private yard that backs onto park land make for great outdoor living. $369,900 9704 CHEMAINUS ROAD - CHEMAINUS MLS® 440158 Great package with updated home and 40’ X 23’ shop in the heart of Chemainus. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home has undergone a substantial renovation since purchased by the current sellers and is now ready for a new family. This property offers a great live/work opportunity (commercial zoning) or lots of room for a family with easy walkability in Chemainus. Upgrades include: new perimeter foundation and support posts, new roof and gutters, complete exterior paint job, new fence on south boundary, numerous interior cosmetic improvements including trim, wainscoting, paint, some flooring, lighting. Other features include 4 ductless heat pumps, vinyl windows, 200 AMP service and kitchenette upstairs. The shop offers two new 8’ doors, grease pit, monorail hoist, separate 100 AMP panel, 10’ ceiling, attached storage of 7’4” X 30’6”, work benches and new roof. In addition, the lot offers good parking. Quick completion possible. $419,900

Paul Zolob

BROKER/REALTOR®

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costly septic system and well installation & maintenance. Excellent sun exposure and ideal for a 2 story home to maximize on the ocean and island vistas. In a quiet neighbourhood enjoying the almost level building site make this 1.5 acre lot an ideal lot to build your dream home on Salt convenience of transit bus service . A short stroll to the beach, cafe and the Fernwood dock. 5th AUGUST / SEPTEMBER, 2018 GULF ISLANDS REAL ESTATE Spring Island. Driveway in place with older septic system that might work for temp RV hook up. wheel RV trailer with temp power pole in place could be included in the price bring your offers.15

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601 MANSELL ROAD $1,010,900

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WINTER 2014 SALT SPRING ISLAND 132 FRUITVALE ROAD $1,600,000 Rare and coveted - low bank, south facing, flat, close to town, one acre waterfront lot on Salt Spring Island. This lot has never been on the market before. Many have asked over the years if the family would sell this pristine lot and now is your chance to buy it. Listed at $1.6 million this lot is perfect for the sophisticated buyer who wants the best of the best. The foreshore is protected by Goat Island and perfect for protected moorage. Bring your architect and check out this rare offering. The original cottage and bunkhouse have seen better days.

Kayakers dream property. Rare south facing waterfront lot on Salt Spring Island that is quiet, secluded, on the water at the head of Long Harbour. At this point in time, there are few waterfront lots for sale on Salt Spring Island. This lot is better than most because it’s virtually impossible to find one with the sun and a low bank with the ocean just steps away. This is a truly rare gem. If you are thinking of building don’t miss out on this premium 1 and 1/2 acre lot. High output well in place. The Rock wall along the waterfront was installed in the 80s.

282 PRINGLE FARM ROAD $1,499,000

Custom built estate home comes with dramatic west views of the ocean and magical sunsets. Over 3600 sq ft of stylish open plan featuring fir wood floors, vaulted ceilings, open kitchen, bamboo cabinetry, master bedroom suite on main floor, fully finished walk out basement, outdoor covered living area, triple car garage.

This luxury home was built by one of Salt Spring finest custom home builders with total attention to detail. The home is a block from the beach and has easy access to the extensive Channel Ridge trail system. Home is priced well below replacement cost. Don’t miss out on this exquisite custom built estate home.

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279 EPRON ROAD $600,000

A Rare 24 acres on the north end of Salt Spring Island with a combination of forest and wetlands. Never been touched in 50 years and just waiting for your retirement plans to make this into a unique property to live on. Please do book a showing if you would like to see this property. Do not walk on it without permission from the listing agent.

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Rare 5-acre Waterfront lot that is priced too sell. Incredibly private and quiet the lot is situated over the pristine headwaters of Long Harbour. Bring your architect and or builder and start dreaming with this magnificent blank canvas. Ideally suited for those that want something special this is not a run of the mill cookie cutter open lot this is a one of a kind rare find. Lots of old growth firs and cedars on the property. Rural zoning would allow a home, guest cottage, barn/workshop, garage and or studio.

Drilled well in place with an estimated 1.8 USG per minute output.

289 STEWART ROAD $1,200,000

Sophisticated modern Salt Spring home complemented with the usual top end accoutrements. Such as granite counters, Sub-Zero fridge and Viking stove. You can stay in shape by swimming in the in-ground pool or working out in the indoor gym then relaxing in the sauna.

Master bedroom is on the main for easy living. The two downstairs bedrooms have full en-suites. All on a easy to maintain 2.12 ocean view acres.

al air, this quality-built (and renovated) one level open den and separate studio, is located close to walking trails h generous outdoor living spaces, sunny professionally views down Sansum Narrows, this craftsman home e countertops, hardwood and tile floors, high quality etry and built-ins, two sets of French doors, gorgeous ndry area, high end appliances, and numerous special le offering.

142 DOVER PLACE $1,199,000

360 Degrees of eye candy! Unique lake front property perched out over awe inspiring views of a pristine lake, farms, mountains and majestic forest. An artful, upscale piece of paradise just minutes from town. 3.22 acres cottage allowable, suite in place, currently being used as a studio. A storybook trail to the lake with your very own private swimming dock. Whether craving a moonlit bath in the garden or watching the ravens from the hottub this is sure to be a water lovers sanctuary.

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Bright and cheery cozy affordable two bed one bath mobile has a floor plan that is a functional and efficient use of space - it includes a laundry room c/w washer and dryer. Stroll from the dining room through the French doors onto the completely private charming south facing deck in the summer and snuggle up with a good book in front of the wood stove in winter. This 1.67 freehold acreage is ready and waiting for your gardening skills in the large deer fenced area. Only minutes from all the amenities of Ganges yet a totally rural and private property. A great price for a sweet package!

278 PRINGLE FARM ROAD $1,150,000

Zoning allows for home, cottage, barn and accessory buildings. Zoning also provides for many different land use options. Build your dream estate here on this gorgeous, fully fenced parcel. Walk to beach and access miles of hiking trails from your own backyard. 2-5-10 warranty and a package of features sure to please even the most discriminating buyer. This is a pre-build price. This is a pre-build price, the buyer will have to offer on the lot and then enter into a building contract with Bruce Gamble and Sons Construction Ltd. The lot could still have a main home build on the lot, studio, garage, and barn. The lot without the pre-build cottage could be bought for 875k.

his easy to build on ocean view lot. This .28 acre ocean d community piped water eliminating the need for maintenance. Excellent sun exposure and ideal for a d island vistas. In a quiet neighbourhood enjoying the stroll to the beach, cafe and the Fernwood dock. 5th place could be included in the price bring your offers.

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SL 9 MUSGRAVE PLACE $299,000

One of the nicest intimate protected waterfront lots on the market, perfect for the Vancouver or Victoria boater who wants a private outstation and year-round moorage and a tennis court. This lot comes with full access to strata dock and full water and sewer hookups, it’s all ready for your cottage or home. Access is by Musgrave road and or water, and only a 35-minute drive from Fulford Harbour. This lot is on the pristine west side of Salt Spring in Musgrave landing.

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Pride Parade

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SALT SPRING ISLAND

Aug. 1: Tea a Tempo recital: Marianne Grittani. All Saints church. 2:10 p.m.

Aug. 1-5: Salt Spring Painters’ Guild Summer Show & Sale.

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Aug. 1-29: Quest for the Queen. Stonewell Farm. 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. daily.

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Aug. 1-30: Out of the Blue exhibit at the Salt Spring Library Program Room.

Aug. 2: Illustrated Presentation of SSI bats. SS Public Library.

7 p.m.

Aug. 3-Sept. 2: Rosalie Matchett and Steve Paterson exhibit at KiZmit Galeria Cafe.

Aug. 5: Art & Nature Fest. Blackburn Lake Nature Reserve.

3-7 p.m.

Aug. 5: Salt Spring Forum: Neuroscientist Dr. Bryan Kolb.

Beaver Point Hall. 7:30 p.m.

Aug. 7-12: Nicola Wheston Art Show. ArtSpring.

Aug. 8: Tea a Tempo recital: Patricia Flannagan. All Saints church. 2:10 p.m.

Aug. 9: Poetry Open Mic with featured poet Rayanne Haines. SS Public Library. 7 p.m.

Aug. 12: Special Olympics Bocce Tournament. Centennial Park.

Aug. 14-21: The Three Rs Art Show. ArtSpring. Reception on August 14 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Aug. 15: Tea a Tempo recital: Mbira Spirit. All Saints church.

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Aug. 17: Compassion Gorilla. Stonewell Farm. 9 p.m.

Aug. 17: Shay Kuebler Dance Workshop Rough Cut. ArtSpring. 5 p.m.

Aug. 19: Hawaiian Heritage Sunday & Picnic. All Saints church. 10 a.m.

Aug. 22: Tea a Tempo recital: Wesley Hardisty. All Saints church. 2:10 p.m.

Aug. 22: Opening Reception for Photosynthesis Photography Exhibition. ArtSpring. 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Aug 23-Sept. 4: Photosynthesis Photography Exhibition. ArtSpring.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Aug. 24-26: SSI Motorcycle Toy Run & Entertainment Events. Farmers’ Institute.

Aug. 29: Tea a Tempo recital: Caroni Young. All Saints church. 2:10 p.m.

Aug. 31, Sept. 1, 5, 6, 7, 8: exitStageLeft Productions presents Spring Awakening at ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 1-29: Doug McMillan Photography Exhibit. SS Public Library.

Reception on Aug. 31 from 4 to 5 p.m.

Sept. 5: Tea a Tempo recital: Kerry Graham and Jane Phillips. All Saints church. 2:10 p.m.

Sept. 5-9: Salt Spring Pride Festival. Parade on Sat., Sept. 8 in Ganges.

Sept. 6: Poetry Open Mic. SS Public Library. 7 p.m.

Sept. 15-16: Salt Spring Fall Fair. SS Farmers’ Institute.

Sept. 21-23: Westcoast Work Boat Association Rendezvous. Kanaka Dock.

Sept. 23: Terry Fox Run. Rainbow Road Aquatic Centre.

Sept. 28: Shane Koyczan. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 29: Vetta String Quartet. ArtSpring. 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 30: Salt Spring Apple Festival. Self-guided tour & at Fulford Hall.

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Watch for these 5 real estate trends Changing interest rates and mortgage rules have left people across the country buzzing about what’s going on in the housing market. Whether you’re a young adult who’s hoping to purchase your first home, a boomer who’s looking to downsize, or someone in between, check out these emerging trends based on Statistics Canada’s census data.

Condo nation: The condo boom continues, with almost 1.9 million households choosing this space-saving and cost-conscious housing option.

Unsurprisingly, among Canadian cities Vancouver has the highest proportion of households living in condos, followed by Calgary and Abbotsford–Mission.

Millennial movements: Young adults aged 24 to 30 have a lower homeownership rate than baby boomers had at the same age. This may be partly because the number of those living with their parents is rising.

However, many other factors, such as the cost of shelter, are also involved.

Seniors staying put: People aged 65 and older are more likely to own their homes in 2016 than a decade ago, suggesting that they are more often willing to age in place, rather than to move into a retirement home or downsize into a rental apartment.

Money talks: Property values vary greatly between cities. In Canada, the average value of an owneroccupied dwelling in 2016 was $443,058. Meanwhile, it was $1,005,920 in Vancouver, compared with $734,924 in Toronto and $366,974 in Montréal.

Ownership rates: Overall, the rate of households who own their home in Canada has remained relatively stable since 2006, with 67.8 per cent reporting ownership in 2016. However, broken down by province, the picture changes slightly: homeownership rates declined in the Atlantic provinces, Ontario, British Columbia and Nunavut, and increased in Quebec and the Northwest Territories.

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SALT SPRING COMMUNICATION STATION has grown and we are now the island’s source for retail consumer electronics.

Real estate can be a good investment that helps build wealth and secure a financial future. According to Investopedia, average 20-year returns in commercial real estate hover around 9.5 percent, while residential and diversified real estate average returns of 10.6 percent.

Such figures may seem too good to ignore for many prospective real estate investors. But investing in real estate can be risky, and it’s important that first-time investors consider a host of factors before deciding to delve into the real estate market.

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Current finances Real estate can potentially yield big returns, but these may only materialize after investors spend ample amounts of money refurbishing or even maintaining their investment properties. Prospective investors without the capital on hand to finance repairs or routine maintenance may find it difficult to make their properties appealing to potential tenants, which can make it harder to meet mortgage payments. Prospective investors who already have sizable debts, be it consumer debt or existing mortgage payments, may want to pay down those debts before investing in real estate.

Down payments According to Wells Fargo, mortgage insurance does not cover investment property, and loans typically require a minimum down payment of 20 percent of the value of the property. So prospective investors cannot count on mortgage insurance to finance their investments in real estate. Investors should not just make sure they can meet that 20 percent requirement, but also ensure they have enough capital left after making their down payments to address any repairs that need to be made. If not, they might have trouble attracting renters willing to pay enough in rent.

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Interest rates Prospective real estate investors may be surprised to learn that investment property loans are often subject to higher interest rates than those for home buyers borrowing to purchase a primary residence, says Quicken Loans. Investors should not count on getting the same or better interest rates for their investment properties that they did when buying the homes they currently live in.

Financial reserves Some lenders may require that prospective investors have sizable financial reserves before they will lend them money to invest in real estate. Some may require that borrowers have several months’ worth of reserves to finance both their personal lives and their investments. If a 20 percent down payment would make that impossible, then prospective investors may want to wait a little longer to invest and save more money until their financial reserves would prove more acceptable to lenders.

Investing in real estate can yield big returns.

But first-time investors should know that such investments are vastly different than investing in a home for oneself.

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April through October organic. What’s available from the farm depends largely on the time of year. Summer market fare includes apple-baked goods like fritters, brownies and breakfast cookies, all of which are cooked fresh before heading to market.

“There is a sense of pride that comes from all that we have managed to accomplish in the short time that we have been doing this,” she said. “There is also a connection to my community as I see friends and neighbours when they frequent the market and our farm stand to purchase the food that we are growing.”

As she looks to the orchard’s future, which includes plans to make cider from some of the farm’s unique apples, Lavender appreciates that few jobs are more interesting, challenging and life-giving.

Marie Laucks, co-owner of Laughing Apple Farm on Beddis Road, suggests that women thinking about life on the farm should get comfortable with tools. Before she and her husband Brian Swanson moved to Salt Spring in 2003, Laucks had no formal training in the use of drills, saws and farm machinery. Shop courses were something she never took as a girl growing up in the United States.

Migrating from their academic lives at a university in Seattle, the couple set out to restore a 160-acre homestead property that was in dire need of some TLC. In the early years, she and Swanson would drive up for the weekend to tend to the property, sometimes working through the night in the glow of headlights shining into a rainy field.

“The women’s jobs aren’t only to do the canning,” she said. “We rebuilt the whole thing.”

Laughing Apple is well known for apple juice, fresh berries and vegetables sold from local markets and its Beddis Road farm stand.

Things aren’t always so intense since most of the grunt work to

Salt Spring’s Saturday Market cannot fail to impress with its sheer volume of available goods. When visitors learn that every item there has to pass the “make it, bake it or grow it” criteria by Salt Springers on Salt Spring, the selection is even more astounding.

Farm life offers a constant reminder that a single person can’t do everything. get the homestead working again is behind her, but Laucks said the past 13 years have taught her a wealth of new skills and given her new determination.

Farm life offers a constant reminder that a single person can’t do everything. Less clear gender roles open new possibilities for everyone on the farm to focus on their strengths while conquerring new challenges.

As more women step up to mow down the ‘grass ceiling’ that’s dictated traditional roles on the family farm, barriers are dropping and new collaborative processes are formed. No longer confined to ringing the dinner gong, women have assisted the evolution of a new farming reality, one that focusses on value-added products, farm tourism and organics.

Bree Eagle grew up on Salt Spring’s Bright Farm before heading off to university in California. She returned to the island, where she became reacquainted with the land and her love of agriculture. These days she calls herself a sharecropper, harvesting berries, fruits and wild edibles from properties across the island for use in her colourful line of artisan vinegars.

Before our interview this spring, she’d just finished harvesting about 10 kilograms of lemon balm. Other varieties are made from figs, plums, apples and blackberries, to name just a few.

Eagle oversees every aspect of the operation, from the initial idea and harvest to production and marketing.

It’s hard work, but few experiences are more empowering than crafting a business dedicated to healthy living and creating products from scratch. Eagle takes inspiration from the many other women of all ages on the island who share her passion and have taken it upon themselves to feel the dirt beneath their fingernails.

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Below: Mary Laucks, Laughing Apple Farm.

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1-281 HIGHLAND RD MLS#: R2272391 $649,000

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Retro cottage with ocean view. 900 sq’.

2 bdrms / 1 bath with large deck. Zoning for house & guest cottage.

20675 PORLIER PASS ROAD MLS#: R2228129 | Acreage: 2.07 $1,165,000

LOT 1 BODEGA BEACH DRIVE MLS#: R2249281 $692,000

90 JACK ROAD MLS#: R2268743 / Acreage: 2.15

345 COOK ROAD MLS#: R2289123 $299,000

165 WARBLER NORTH MLS#: R2251080 | Acreage: 9.21 $1,398,000

4.94 Acres Spectacular mid bank waterfront.

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865 SUNNYSIDE DR MLS# R2289119 $259,000

1.35 Acres. Cleared building site w/h epic views over Montague Harbour. Incredible sunsets. Zoned for house/ accessory buildings.

945 SUNNYSIDE DR MLS# R2289114 $229,000 1.98 Acres. Cleared building site w/h epic views over Montague Harbour. Incredible sunsets. Borders community forest.

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LOT 5 BODEGA BEACH DRIVE MLS#: R2249141 $180,000

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1695 COTTAGE WAY MLS#: R2213932 | Acreage: 2.46 NEW PRICE $1,195,000

SOUTHWEST FACING BEACH HOUSE 4 bedroom, 3 bath waterfront home with large games room, decks on all sides, access to ocean and a charming guest cottage. Stunning sunsets over broken island views.

THE SECRET GARDEN Secluded 4 bdrm, 2 bath Lindal home w/h unique handcrafted details. Skylights, balconies and sundecks overlook idyllic gardens, ponds, orchard and meadow. Zoning for additional house and cottage.

SPECTACULAR VISTAS A showcase home w/h stunning ocean views.

Custom built & meticulously maintained, 6000+ sq estate with 4-7 bdrms, 4 bath and 4 fireplaces. Meadow, pond & stable. Live in luxury.

2154 STURDIES BAY MLS#: R2289104 / Acreage: 1.75 $815,000 FAMILY RETREAT W/H DOCK Cape cod style home & guest cottage. 4 Bedrooms / 2 bath and sauna. Tree house, zip-line, climbing gym & tire swing. Small craft dock with foreshore lease. Walking distance to ferry and shops.

260 CAYZER ROAD MLS#: R2277903 / Acreage: .45 $1,100,000 CHARMING WATERFRONT B&B Overlooking Twiss point and Gossip Island with 100’ of midbank waterfront. 4 bdrm, 3 bath home w/h popular B&B. 4 fireplaces, heated tile floors & solarium. Close to all amenities and ferry.

A world away, not far away.

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Pamper yourself while looking for your island home Make Hastings House your home away from home while searching for your island paradise.

Hastings House Country House Hotel, a member of Relais & Chateaux, is a historic boutique resort situated on 22 verdant acres on the waterfront of Ganges Harbour, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia.

We provide luxury accommodations, exquisite fine dining, wellness and relaxation in a casually-elegant atmosphere with exemplary service.

Hastings House Dining Room features a table d’hôte menu that is created daily using the freshest ingredients from our gardens and local island farmers. Whether you prefer a gourmet meal in our Dining Room, or a la carte in our Bistro, our extensive wine cellar will provide the perfect complement to your meal.

Wellspring Spa is nestled among cedar trees and lovingly tended gardens, and our professional therapists provide a range of healthful and relaxing spa treatments.

160 Upper Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island 250-537-2362 • 1-800-661-9255 • info@hastingshouse.com

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756 STEWARD DRIVE – MAYNE ISLAND $1,185,000 STUNNING VIEWS, STEP TO BEACH – LOWBANK (1.35 acre) south-facing waterfront on Horton Bay. The winding drive takes you to this professionally crafted home designed to get full potential of the land & waterfront views. Large windows across bring tons of sun & water views in to the open plan living, dining & kitchen areas; there’s separate laundry, bathroom & large den on this main floor also. Upstairs, 3 bedrooms with water views & 2 full bathrms. The beach can be easily accessed & has dock potential. On the upper level of the land, there’s a well-built studio/work shop offering many possibilities. A great opportunity to own a superb waterfront in the much sought after Horton Bay area; not many to compare to this!

498 Abbott Road, Mayne Island-$439,000 CHARMING BUNGALOW located in the Bennett Bay area with easterly views to Mt. Baker & close to nice beaches/Nat’l Park. Walk under the ivy bower to front door into a lg entrance area, then a few steps down to large open living room (warm stove & fir ceilings). There’s a newer kitchen & dining area on one side & den/media/ family living area on the other. These living areas all open up to a large deck (over 200 sq.ft.) thru 4 sets of patio doors, for summer out-door entertaining! There are 2 good-sized bedrooms & lg laundry/bathroom. Basement - workshop & more storage downstairs. The property (0.37 acre) is level & gets nice sun (nature gardens); sheds for gardening tools & storage. This has a lovely ‘island’ feel throughout!

554 Bayview Road, Mayne Island- $429,000 THIS ISLAND HOME is situated close to the lighthouse on Bayview Drive, a much-soughtafter area of Mayne Island. The house sits up nicely on the lot and has some good glimpses of the Strait of Georgia and towards Mt. Baker. the lot is open with a flat area after driving up the short driveway from the road. Inside, the living room, dining room and kitchen are open and spacious with vaulted ceiling and glass doors going out to a large deck. As well as the living/kitchen area, there’s one bedroom, one bathroom, and the utility room on the main floor. Upstairs - there’s a large loft that is bright and airy with access through glass doors to a small deck (and more water views), plus another large bedroom.

472 Marine Drive, Mayne Island – $388,800 FANTASTIC VIEWS overlooking Navy Channel from this 1.33 acre property, with great get-away cottage in place and lots of sunny south views towards Pender & beyond. The lot is private, wooded & flat spaces for future building. A driveway winds to the cottage that offers open plan living – one large comfy area for kitchen, dining & living space – all looking out over the views & opening to a large deck for out-door living. The lot will require a septic system & has access to a good community water system.

Kathie Warning Licensed REALTOR® kwarning@shaw.ca

564 Fernhill Road, Mayne Island – 0.92 acre – $100,000

250-539-0444 1-800-291-6601

Specializing in Mayne Island Properties

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Roll Out a New Look!

SURROUND YOURSELF with the lasting beauty of our premiumquality paints. We have an endless selection of colours, and we offer custom colour matching service at no extra cost with all the painting supplies you need to finish every wall with an expert touch…inside and out.

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Be Water Wise

Use Only What You Need Water is a precious resource and supplies on Salt Spring are much more limited than in other parts of BC. Please join islanders as we work together to ensure that this summer, and every summer, we use this limited resource wisely.

Try these conservation tips: • Keep showers short.

• Run only full loads in dishwashers and washing machines.

• Shut off the tap while brushing teeth, shaving, and washing.

• Flush less often.

• Inform guests about our island’s limited water supply, and ask them to be part of the solution.

Together we can make a difference

www.northsaltspringwaterworks.ca

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HISTORIC OCEANVIEW HOME - 778 Vesuvius Bay Road - 3 bed, 2 bath vintage home with freshly painted exterior in sought after location.

Walk to best sand beach and ocean swimming, cafe, restaurant, ferry and government dock. $759,000 MLS#393826 Listed by Norman

RARE C-6 COMMERCIAL ZONING - 325 Rainbow Road. Currently sited with an older single family residence, the zoning of this property allows for a myriad of uses. Bring your ideas! $399,000 MLS #383364 Listed by Myles

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SHOWS AS NEW - 268 Canvasback - Built by long time Island builder for his own retirement, designed for one-level living with guest accommodation and a flex room on the lower level. All major rooms sited to maximize views from East to West. Oversize garage, fencing and mature plantings round out this easy care home and yard. $995,000 MLS#394217 Listed by Norman

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SOUTH END GEM! - 237 Bulman - This modern take on West Coast country replete with the warmth of wood is situated on a versatile and private 5.24 ac. in the south end. Self contained lower level, plus main level den with ensuite bedroom and private entrance suit a myriad of uses. $1,199,000 MLS#394039 Listed by Myles

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FOR A BUYER WITH DISCERNING TASTES - 2760 Southey Point - 4 bed+, 3.5 bath contemporary take on the classic farmhouse with amazing ocean views designed with entertaining in mind.

Gorgeous easy care landscape and private one bed Park Model home are a bonus. $1,395,000 MLS#394638 Listed by Norman

www.NormanRothwell.com • (250) 537 5166

www.MylesWilson.com • (250) 537 7200

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