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The OG Advertising Platform: Historical Newspapers of Victoria

2022-02-28T22:08:29+00:00February 28th, 2022|Historical Vancouver Island|

When it comes to advertising a home in Victoria, the mediums on which to do so are nearly endless. Agents today can choose from social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and even TikTok (!),

Time Travel, Timelines, and a Timely Topic: Pemberton Memorial Operating Room

2022-01-28T21:45:21+00:00January 26th, 2022|Cultural Events, Historical Vancouver Island, Lifestyle|

I think we can all agree that, given the hypothetical choice, we would most definitely prefer to have an operation done in 2022 as opposed to 1822. But is that fear warranted, or are

Vancouver Island Hiking Trails To Explore

2022-03-03T16:30:40+00:00March 5th, 2020|Lifestyle, Things To Do, Tourism BC, Vancouver Island Neighbourhoods, Victoria, BC|

With the clocks springing forward this weekend and the promise of warmer weather just around the corner, now is the perfect time to begin planning outdoor activities that make the most of our cherished spring

3 Local Vancouver Island Magazines

2022-03-03T16:31:02+00:00February 27th, 2020|Lifestyle, Things To Do, Vancouver Island Neighbourhoods, Victoria, BC|

It's one of life's simple pleasures to flip through a good magazine while you're waiting for an appointment at the hair salon, or to board a flight, or just hanging out on the couch on

Hidden Gems In and Around Victoria

2022-03-03T16:31:29+00:00January 30th, 2020|Lifestyle, Things To Do, Tourism BC, Vancouver Island Neighbourhoods, Victoria, BC|

You've probably already heard of Victoria's well known and much loved attractions, from Beacon Hill Park's friendly peacocks, to Dallas Road's panoramic views of the Olympic mountains, to the quaint and colorful houseboat community at

Selling your home? Read this first.

2022-02-09T20:11:14+00:00October 31st, 2019|Buying a Property, Investing in Real Estate, Investments & Revenue, Listing Your Home, REALTOR® News, Vancouver Island Neighbourhoods, Victoria Real Estate Market, Victoria, BC|

Selling your home can be stressful. Some questions you likely have are, what is the best price to sell my home for? Where do I find a buyer? What facts do I need to disclose

A Brief History of Victoria

2020-09-25T19:42:25+00:00October 24th, 2019|Buying a Property, Cultural Events, Enjoying Your Home, Historical Vancouver Island, Investing in Real Estate, Lifestyle, Listing Your Home, REALTOR® News, Things To Do, Tourism BC, Vancouver Island Neighbourhoods, Victoria Real Estate Market, Victoria, BC|

Over at Pemberton Holmes, we love Victoria. Known not only for it's beauty, year-round indoor and outdoor activities, and some of the worlds friendliest people - we also have a storied history. Read on to

Visit Duncan, City of Totems

2019-06-19T18:56:03+00:00January 10th, 2019|Historical Vancouver Island, Lifestyle, Things To Do, Vancouver Island Neighbourhoods|

About Duncan Beautiful Duncan, the City of Totems, is located in the Cowichan Valley about halfway between Victoria approximately 50 kilometers to the south, and Nanaimo 50 kilometers or so to the north.  The Duncan