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[Victoria Watcher]

Another amendment drops a conditional should in calling for the inclusion of improvements to Beacon Avenue West and Stirling Way to standards identified in the Beacon West Traffic Study, an extension of the multi-use path along the full extent of the Beacon Avenue West frontage to extend to the intersection of Highway 17 as well as a pedestrian sidewalk along Stirling Avenue.



^ those are all Sidney’s responsibilities, not the responsibility of a single property developer.



Let’s see a real traffic study for cars and pedestrians here. If it indicates an additional usage of 3% then it’s fair to ask the developer to chip in 3% for the cost of the improvements. No more.

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 03 October 2022 - 05:59 AM.

[Mike K.]

The shopping centre was approved!! Public opposition had nothing to do with it not proceeding, it was the cost to build the pedestrian overpass, and competition from the shopping centre nearby in North Saanich that nixed it. That overpass would have been extremely expensive and eventually made redundant with a highway interchange. Sidney sort of messed up there.

It was also not called Gateway, but Sidney Crossing.

[Victoria Watcher]

Giant replica built with Lego captures small details of hotel and those who work there

 

Glenn Waddingham populated his Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites model with everything from swimmers in the pool and guests on balconies to a co-worker walking to work with her signature super-sized drink

 

 

 

 

 

 

https://www.timescol...k-there-5932143

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 09 October 2022 - 03:23 AM.

[Mike K.]

What a guy! I fondly remember Glen always being at the hotel and shuttling guests to and from.

[Victoria Watcher]

He’s been there a long time. A nice fellow.

[Victoria Watcher]

The Bayshore Waterfront Inn is a 10-unit property overlooking Ucluelet's Inner Harbour Boat Basin and on the Ucluelet Inlet with spectacular water and mountain views. The Bayshore has been completely renovated and updated in recent years. The rooms feature the finest hand carved furnishings personally chosen by the owners from the Far East. New balconies were added to the upper units to enjoy the afternoon sun and great views. The rooms make up is one- and two-bedroom suites, deluxe & standard rooms all with sweeping views of the Ucluelet Inlet. Located in the breathtaking community Of Ucluelet on the West Coast of Vancouver Island where the outdoor activities are abundant. The owners’ quarters has beautiful harbour views with large living areas with 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom. This is a share sale. 

 

 

https://www.realtor....luelet-ucluelet

 

 

$3,625,000

 

 

153 Hemlock St
Ucluelet, British Columbia V0R3A0

 

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 19 October 2022 - 07:49 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

$399,000

 

 

136 Maquinna Ave
Zeballos, British Columbia V0P2A0

 

 

West coast village on Vancouver Island. Motel building with lots of potential for other uses! Full living suite plus additional rooms would allow for a group purchase to use as a fishing retreat; a family holiday base; or even for a couple to live in and rent out rooms or run the commercial kitchen. Self-contained owner’s suite has a separate bedroom, bathroom, living room and full kitchen, with hardwood floors throughout the main living space. Each of the 14 guest rooms comes with two beds, furniture, a wall mounted TV, mini fridge, microwave and a three piece bathroom. Zeballos is a fishing base for the west coast waters and also offers amazing natural scenery and surroundings. Gravel road access from Highway 19. Level lot, municipal water system, BC Hydro power, landline phone service.

 

 

 

 

 

 

https://www.realtor....-tahsiszeballos

 

 

 

 

 

15 units (including owners suite).   $26,600 per unit sounds alright.

 

 

 

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 12 January 2023 - 10:57 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

Sooke Harbour House renovations nearing completion

 

Landmark hotel could open by spring

 

https://www.vicnews....ing-completion/

[Nparker]

This is the entire article.

That's some stellar journalism, Mr. Stiebel. Nothing about the hotel's recent legal/ownership issues? 

[Mike K.]

Maybe you have to pay for the background details.

[Nparker]

There was no indication of any additional information via a pay site.

[Victoria Watcher]

There are 5 more paragraphs behind the paywall.

[Nparker]

Now when I link, I get the rest of the article.

...While work is proceeding on the patios and renovations to the exterior of the landmark hotel and one-acre property on Whiffin Spit Road, Watson said it’s too early to tell when the hotel would be ready to open.

 

“There’s no specific timeline because we want to get it done right,” Watson said. “We’re looking forward to getting it open, maybe by the spring.”

 

AIG Enterprises bought the property that included a 28-room hotel and restaurant hotel for $5.6 million in July 2020, intending to make it a destination with a West Coast vibe for visitors and locals.

 

The North Vancouver-based company put it back on the market last summer.

 

“We’re always checking all of our options, but nothing is happening at this time,” Watson said regarding a potential sale...

https://www.vicnews....ing-completion/

 

Still nothing about the hotel's recent ownership saga.

Additionally, people pay to read the Victoria News online?

[Mike K.]

What a story, eh?

 

"No completion date has been set."

 

"We’re always checking all of our options, but nothing is happening at this time."

[Victoria Watcher]

AirBnB site:

 

 

https://www.airbnb.c...KidPBWZl1f8wOO0

 

 

Welcome to the ''Black Pearl'' - a top rated accommodation business just steps from the ocean. This bright, south-facing property is thoughtfully designed with growing revenue year to year. Featuring 2 studio suites and a 1 bedroom suite, all available for nightly rent, as well as a 2 bed + 1 bath long-term suite for yourself or caretaker. The interior has been carefully crafted with comfort in mind, offering great soundproofing and a layout that provides optimal privacy. All units come fully furnished and feature a mix of hardwood oak and polished concrete floors, tiled showers, and their own designated outdoor area. By acquiring this property, you have the unique opportunity to establish and operate a thriving accommodation business in a bustling tourist town and provide guests with a high-quality lodging experience. In addition to that, this versatile property offers the added benefit of providing you with a residence of your own, so you can enjoy life on the beautiful west coast. Call or Email Marielle Proulx at info@marielleproulx.com or 250-266-1912 (26229859)

 

$1,998,000

 

https://www.realtor....luelet-ucluelet

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 25 February 2023 - 09:52 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

$2,850,000

 

https://www.realtor....ainus-chemainus

 

 

9847 Willow St
Chemainus, British Columbia V0R1K0

 

Pacific Shores Inn - it is still being used as a motel but most units have been occupied by long-term tenants. Well-kept and managed revenue property by the same family for the last 27 years. Monthly rent from 9 units over $10k/month. A great investment property in the heart of Chemainus, close to town center, ocean and highway. Zoning: C2 (Commercial General Zone). BC Assessment description: Motel.

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 20 March 2023 - 09:47 PM.

[Victoria Watcher]

Some hotels putting staff up in rooms amid housing shortage

 

At the Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville St., between five and 10 temporary foreign workers are expected to arrive for what is anticipated to be a strong tourist season, said Ian Wish, director of sales and marketing. As far as staffing this year, “We are actually doing not too badly right now in terms of most departments. It’s really just housekeeping where we are struggling still,” he said.

 

“We are willing to give up a few rooms to have housekeepers that can help us sell even more rooms.”

 

Employees who need a place to stay will have their own room, augmented by features such as fridges and microwave ovens.

 

Putting up staff in hotel rooms is something new for the hotel, which is looking at offering it to people from this country as well, Wish said.

 

 

https://www.timescol...hortage-6860958

[Mike K.]

Hasn’t that been a thing for years and years now, in a broader sense? I’ve seen job listings from local hotels advertising boarding.

[Matt R.]

Of course. This isn’t news at all.

[Mike K.]

That reads like an advertorial.