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A survey conducted in March, 2021 by Rate.ca, ranked Courtenay, BC in the Comox Valley as the 11th best spot in Canada for livability. The key factors that the survey measured, among people who decided to relocate during COVID, included scenery, affordability, economic and job growth, the size of the city or town and outdoor activities.

For those of us living here, this comes as no surprise. Courtenay is located in a naturally stunning, verdant valley surrounded the Beaufort Mountain range with it's Comox Glacier to the west and the shorelines of Comox Bay to the east. It is truly one of the most scenic and liveable communities on Vancouver Island.

Seeking to Relocate? 

Have you considered moving to Courtenay on beautiful Vancouver Island? This culturally diverse community is easily accessible by land, sea or air. Do you enjoy outdoor activities and recreation? This is one of the very few places in the world where you can enjoy ocean kayaking or fishing, alpine skiing and golfing all on the same day! Cap off that day with a 100-mile diet meal at one of many great restaurants or enjoy a picnic lunch at your favourite beach or provincial park.

Choose a Lot and Select a Builder

The Ridge is one of few master-planned communities with available lots and new homes in Courtenay. More than 120 homes have already been built there in previous phases, and their preferred builders have lots available to build custom homes in Phases 3B. These carefully selected custom builders are availble to guide you through the process of choosing a lot and designing a home to meet your goals and expectations. You can go to The Ridge's site plan to choose a lot and a builder. 

If you have looked at the possibility of living at The Ridge we encourage you to reach out to one of their preferred builders now to move forward with the customized home of your dreams. The real estate market is very busy in the Comox Valley and homes and lots are being sold at a record pace.

Preferred Builder, Grand Legacy Homes

Currently, Grand Legacy Homes has a 1,620 sq. ft. bungalow under construction located at 3381 Marygrove Drive in Courtenay, BC. This home is scheduled to be completed by early July 2021.

This rancher/bungalow style of home has been designed with an open concept and features a gas fireplace, large windows and 9 ft ceilings throughout. The modern kitchen has quartz counters with an under-mount sink and an over-sized island which is perfect for the chefs in your family. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and the ensuite has a tiled shower. There are lots of storage options, with a full crawl space, and a large garage. This home is energy efficient as it has been built with an ICF foundation and includes a heat pump and a back-up furnace.

This home is being sold directly by the builder, Wayne Schick at Grand Legacy Homes.
Email: wayne@grandlegacy.ca
Cell: 250.702.2251
Price: $750,000 + GST

Note: Prices, availability and conditions are subject to change without notice.

Residents of The Ridge in Courtenay are eager to share why they love living at The Ridge. The sense of community is important in this new Courtenay neighbourhood, and this sense of community was very strong over the holiday season.

When winter nights were dark and gloomy at the end of a challenging year, residents of The Ridge did their best to brighten the spirits of their neighbours and light up the neighbourhood. Christmas lights and decorations were on full display throughout the community. Residents at The Ridge went above and beyond and created a festive Christmas atmosphere.

The first of what will become and annual Christmas decorating contest was born when a few residents banded together to acknowledge the neighbours who put extra effort into decorateing their homes for the holiday season. A few residents were surprised when they received acknowledgment of their efforts in the firstsurprise Christmas contest held at The Ridge. 

The residents from these homes were surprised and happy to receive a small gift towards their efforts, as no official Christmas Lighting Contest had been declared. Now it is official! There will be annual lighting contests moving forward at The Ridge. It is an event that will bring out a friendly competition amongst the residents for years to come and promotes the community for everyone to enjoy.

Establishing this neighbourhood contest, inspired by the actions of others in their community, is one of the many reasons The Ridge is such a welcoming place to call home.

In the summer the community hosts an annual block party in the park, and on a daily basis friends and neighbours stop to chat, go for walks, play in the park, and enjoy the neighbourhood and the people in it.

If you’re ready to make the move to a friendly, welcoming Courtenay community, visit TheRidgeBC.com and learn more about lots now available in Phase 3B and the preferred builders working at The Ridge.

Vancouver Island is well known for having some of the warmest and most temperate weather in Canada, making it a popular place to call home. Coastal communities such as Courtenay enjoy warm dry summers and mild winters sprinkled with rain and the occasional day or two of snow. 

The Comox Valley, which includes the city of Courtenay, town of Comox, the village of Cumberland, and a number of unincorporated communities, is easily one of the most desirable places to live in Canada. This Vancouver Island coastal community offers easy access to a huge range of year-round outdoor recreational activities.

The weather is mild enough to go surfing and kite boarding year-round. In the winter months, when a storm rolls onto Vancouver Island, the biggest swells are active, prompting surfers and boarders to put on their wetsuits and head to the nearest beach.

If you are a diving enthusiast, explore the rocky reef at Flora Inlet on the edge of Hornby Island where you might spot the elusive Six-gill Shark between April and September. You can also take a dive at the Royston Wrecks, a man-made breakwater of sunken ships along the shoreline where water visibility is excellent. For a unique underwater adventure, snorkel with the salmon in local streams and rivers.

With the right outdoor gear, you can do pretty much any activity in the winter in the Comox Valley. For instance, the golf courses are open year round and you can play golf at seven public courses almost any day of the year. Many people have relocated to the Comox Valley because of their love for mountain biking. Here you will find hundreds of trails, from beginner to advanced in Cumberland, Mount Washington, Forbidden Plateau and other areas throughout the Valley. The region is a hotspot with many mountain bikers coming from other provinces and countries to compete!

Are you ready to make the move? New ocean and mountain view homes at The Ridge in Courtenay are now ready for you. New homes are selling quickly in Phase 3A, and more lots are now available for custom homes. Contact one of the preferred builders at The Ridge to learn more.

The Comox Valley is the place to be for outdoor activities. Imagine enjoying biking, hiking, swimming, golfing, fishing, kayaking, beachcombing, skiing and snowshoeing, and many more activities - all in your own community. And you can enjoy many of these activities year round, thanks to mild West Coast climate. This is just a small sampling of the recreational activities the Comox Valley has to offer for all ages:

The Cumberland Community Forest in the village of Cumberland incorporates the rich mining and logging history of the village into an extensive trail network. There are more than 175 bike trails of varying difficulty levels to choose from in the Cumberland Forest. Stop in and visit a bike shop in Cumberland or the Vancouver Island Visitor Centre and grab a copy of the Cumberland trail map prior to heading out on your adventure!

Cumberland is also the access point to Comox Lake, a popular spot for camping, swimming,, canoeing, boating and fishing. The sandy beach offers a concession stand, coin-operated showers, and a boat launch,. Comox Lake is also a polular trail head. 

Mount Washington Alpine Resort and Strathcona Provincial Park are popular year round destiantions, with a variety of activities and events on offer. Enjoy hiking to one of the local lakes, take a ride on the chairlift, mountain biking and sightseeing. Mount Washington Resort is located adjacent to Strathcona Provincial Park, the oldest provincial park in British Columbia. In the winter months, the mountain resort offers alpine and nordic skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing.

Vancouver Island is famous as a year-round destination for golfers. There are three 18-hole golf courses located within a 15 minute drive from The Ridge community in Courtenay, including Crown Isle Golf Course, Sunnydale Golf & Country Club and Glacier Greens Golf Course. Are you an avid golfer? Pack your clubs and plan a visit to the Comox Valley today!

While you are here, drive up to The Ridge to see why residents say, “We Love Living at The Ridge.”

NEW! The Ridge now has lots for sale in Phase 3A, with prices starting at $225,000 per lot. All homes are zoned to accommodate secondary suites.

Contact the developer for more information: Bruce Clapham, Buckstone Investments Ltd.
Phone: 250.650.8588
Email: theridge.bruce@mail.com

Vancouver Island is a world-famous golf destination and the west coast summer season offers up some of the best conditions to hit the links.

Located conveniently in the middle of the action, the luxurious new home community of The Gales in the Town of Ladysmith offers easy access to golf courses in Victoria, Nanaimo and between.

Some of these renowned courses are members of the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, including Bear Mountain, Arbutus Ridge and the Cowichan Golf Club, while still others offer family friendly options, signature waterfront holes, and peaceful forested fairways.

Living at your new home at The Gales in Ladysmith, you'll be close to the action. From your home base in Ladysmith, you can also launch a kayak from the beach or boat launch after your golf round!  Or choose to relax and soak in the sunshine from your ocean view decks. 

For more information or to schedule a private viewing, contact:

Keith Mazurenko, REALTOR®
Phone: 1.866.315.0545
Website: www.thegales.ca

Vancouver Island has the mildest climate in Canada, making it possible to do almost anything in the winter that you can do in the non-winter months.

Many golf courses are open year-round, as are bike trails. It is still mild enough to enjoy boating and fishing activities. Dress appropriately for the weather and you can enjoy your favourite recreational activities twelve months of the year!

December is a time of year in the Comox Valley where golfers, hikers, boaters and the daily walkers are still out enjoying the outdoors.

But traditional winter activities are also just a short drive away. One of the highlights of December is the opening of Mount Washington, which features a variety of activities for all ages and experience levels. Enjoy downhill and Nordic skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, tobogganing, and snow tubing. Opening day for alpine skiing was Dec. 7 and Nordic skiing opens on Dec. 14.

If you are visiting from out of town, come a take a drive through The Ridge. Homeowners in this master-planned community are just a few minutes from all of these amazing Comox Valley activities and points of interest. You will love the mountain and ocean views! 

To learn more about The Ridge, contact the developer:
Bruce Clapham at 250.650.8588  
Email: theridge.bruce@mail.com

While Vancouver Island is famous as a year-round destination for Canadian golfers, summer time is the busiest season, with courses playing at their peak conditions. The new real estate development, The Ridge in Courtenay is set in the middle of so many golfing choices, with more than 10 golf courses within a 75 km radius.

Many of these courses are famous as members of the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, including Storey Creek, Crown Isle and Fairwinds, while many others offer up family-friendly fairways, unique signature holes, and stunning vistas.

The newly re-built, Graham Cooke designed Campbell River Golf and Country Club is scheduled to open later this summer and is sure to become a must-play.

Other notable courses in and around the Comox Valley include: Sunnydale; Glacier Greens; Saratoga Beach Golf Club; Eaglecrest; Morningstar; and the Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club.

If you’re a golfer or outdoor enthusiast, this is the place to be. Select your new building lot at The Ridge, with many offering ocean and mountain views, and head to the fairway!

For more information, contact Bruce Clapham
Mobile: 250.650.8588
Email: theridge.bruce@mail.com
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Vancouver Island is a famous golf destination and the summer season brings out the best conditions to hit the links.

Located conveniently in the middle of the action, the real estate development of The Gales in the Town of Ladysmith offers easy access to golf courses in Victoria, Nanaimo and between.

Some of these courses are renowned members of the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, including Bear Mountain, Arbutus Ridge and the Cowichan Golf Club, while still others offer family friendly options, waterfront signature holes, and peaceful forested fairways.

From your home base in Ladysmith, you can also launch a kayak from a beach or boat launch after your golf round! Living at your new home at The Gales in Ladysmith, you'll be close to the action. Or choose to relax and soak in the sunshine from your ocean view decks. 

For more information or to schedule a private viewing, contact:

Keith Mazurenko, REALTOR®
Phone: 1.866.315.0545
Website: www.thegales.ca

Father’s Day in the Comox Valley offers a myriad of choices to treat dad.

The Annual Kite Fly takes place at Goose Spit from 12-2:30, with plenty of prizes up for grabs. Enjoy a day at the beach and a fun family activity.

Other exciting events the Father’s Day Concert on the Green at Marina Park in Comox, The Comox by the Sea Celebration at Filberg Park, and the Simms Summer Concert Series kicks off at Simms Millennium Park in Courtenay. Or play a round of golf at a challenging championship course or a family friendly par-3, take in a hike or bike ride on one of many world famous trails, or enjoy  a meal or a pint at a local resturant or brewery.

And if this is home, top off the day with a father’s day cookout in your own backyard. Imagine wrapping up a busy day grilling dinner on your mountain or ocean view patio at The Ridge in the Courtenay.

However you celebrate, be sure to remember dad on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17.

On Vancouver Island, golfers know that they can play year-round on well-known championship courses, or choose from dozens of smaller courses.

The Comox Valley is in the centre of the golfing action. There are 10 golf courses within a 75km (50 mile) radius. There are three 18-hole golf courses located within 15 minutes of The Ridge, a new residential development in Courtenay, part of the Comox Valley.

Pack your golf clubs and come and play at one of the well known golf courses such as Crown Isle, Storey Creek or Fairwinds.

If you're ready to live in the heart of the golfing action, in a new, custom-built home in an ocean-and-mountain-view development, contact the developers of The Ridge today, for a tour and to meet with their preferred builders. Phase 3 lots will be available for 2018 construction.

Contact:
Developer Bruce Clapham
Mobile: 250.650.8588
Email: theridge.bruce@mail.com

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Vancouver Island is famous as a year-round destination for Canadian golfers. While summer is busy season on the fairways, many courses are open year-round.

Located conveniently in the middle of the action, the Town of Ladysmith offers easy access to golf courses in Victoria, Nanaimo and between.

Some of these are famous as members of the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, including Bear Mountain, Arbutus Ridge and Cowichan Golf Club, while others offer up family friendly fairways, unique signature holes, and stunning vistas.

From your home base in Ladysmith, you can also launch a kayak from a beach or boat launch after your golf round!

Living at your new home at The Gales in Ladysmith, you'll be close to all of the action. Or you can choose to simply soak in the sunshine from your ocean view decks. With all of your landscaping maintenance taken care of, your weekends are free to head out and enjoy all that the community and the rest of Vancouver Island have to offer.

For more information or to schedule a private viewing, contact:

Keith Mazurenko, REALTOR®
Phone: 1.866.315.0545
Website: www.thegales.ca

On Vancouver Island, golfers know that they can play year-round on any of the many world-class championship courses, or enjoy a round on numerous smaller, family-friendly tracks.

The Comox Valley is in the centre of the golfing action. There are 10 golf courses within a 75 km (50 mile) radius. There are three 18-hole golf courses located within 15 minutes of The Ridge, a new residential development in Courtenay, part of the Comox Valley.

Pack your golf clubs and come and play at one of the well-known golf courses along the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, such as Crown Isle, Storey Creek or Fairwinds.

If you are interested in relocating to the Comox Valley, contact the developers and enjoy a tour of The Ridge, view the show homes and meet their preferred builders.

Contact them for more information.

Bruce Clapham
Mobile: 250.650.8588
Email: theridge.bruce@mail.com
Web: TheRidgeBC.com

Did you make a new year’s resolution to get out and be more active this year? To experience new adventures? Find your new home at The Ridge in Courtenay and you’ll be set for outdoor adventures.

The Comox Valley continues to be one of the best places in the country to enjoy outdoor activities, such as golf and fishing, year-round. Residents of The Ridge in Courtenay are a short drive from several golf courses, which remain open 12 months of the year, as well as some of the best fishing on the West Coast.

During the winter months, you’ll still find plenty of snow a short drive up Mount Washington, where alpine and cross country skiing, hiking, snowshoeing and more are offered. Ski in the morning, and golf or kayak in the afternoon. In the summer months enjoy world famous bike trails, take a dip in a local lake or float down a river, or relax on a sandy beach.

And year-round, living in the Comox Valley means access to theatre and music productions and festivals, fine dining, and an active community with events for every interest.

Contact us today to learn more about available lots in Phase II and our preferred builders.

Call Bruce at 250.650.8588
email: theridge.bruce@mail.com
www.theridgebc.com

Vancouver Island is famous as a year-round destination for Canadian golfers. With many courses open all 12 months of the year, there’s never an off-season for Vancouver Island golf.

In the middle of the action, is the City of Courtenay, in the Comox Valley. A new residential development, The Ridge, has more than 10 golf courses within a 75 km/50 mile radius.

Some of these are famous as members of the Vancouver Island Golf Trail, including Fairwinds, Crown Isle and Storey Creek, while others offer up family friendly fairways, unique signature holes, and stunning vistas.

Other notable courses include: Sunnydale; Glacier Greens; Sequoia Springs; Saratoga Beach Golf Club; Eaglecrest; Morningstar; and the Arrowsmith Golf and Country Club.

In the Comox Valley you can also enjoy skiing in the morning and golf in the afternoon, or launch a kayak from beach or boat launch after your golf round!

If you’re a golfer, or outdoor enthusiast, this is the place to be. Select your new building lot at The Ridge, starting from just $169,900, with many offering ocean and mountain views, and play a round, year round!

New homes at The Ridge start from the low $400,000s including lot and landscaping. Pack your clubs and plan a visit today. Tour the 2 new show homes by preferred builders Lawmar Contracting and Brando Construction, and enjoy the views for yourself.

Lawmar Contracting: 4087 Chancellor Crescent, Courtenay, BC
Brando Construction: 4060 and 4064 Southwalk Drive, Courtenay, BC

Open Houses Saturday and Sunday, from noon until 2 p.m.

Since The Ridge isn’t on Google Maps yet, click on our map to find them.

For more information, contact Buckstone Investments Ltd.
Bruce Clapham
Mobile: 250.650.8588
Email: theridge.bruce@mail.com
Website: www.theridgebc.com
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