Photos from David Stevens
![The Customs House was completed in 1875 The beautiful building is no longer a government building but was recognized in 1987 and was designated a Canadian National Heritage site. [photo Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar12097834275098_l.jpg)
![Victoria BC Swiftsure Race. [photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120922204581973_l.jpg)
![Victoria Inner Harbour Tours Ferry. [photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120922200184439_l.jpg)
![Fisgard Lighthouse, Victoria BC. A wonderful place for canoes. [photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120922097147845_l.jpg)
![Victoria BC Double Decker Bus in fron the The Empress Hotel. [Photo by Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120922070295828_l.jpg)
![Carriage Ride in Victoria, March 2008. [Photo by Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120922064592754_l.jpg)
![Victoria BC Legislative Buildings and boats in the Inner Harbour.
[Photo by Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120922060377379_l.jpg)
![Victoria BC Legislative Buildings
[Photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120788220917678_l.jpg)
![Totem Pole in Victoria BC Inner Harbour.
[Photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120788196183637_l.jpg)
![Royal Roads University - Hatley Castle, Victoria, BC.
[Photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120788182752013_l.jpg)
![Capt. Cook & Legislative Buildings, Victoria, BC Inner Harbour
[Photo courtesy of Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120714711698196_l.jpg)
![Fisgard Lighthouse, Victoria BC. A wonderful place for canoes. [photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]](http://s3.amazonaws.com/activerain-image-store/image_store/region_images/ar120922097147845.jpg)
Fisgard Lighthouse, Victoria BC. A wonderful place for canoes. [photo courtesy Gary Woodburn]Located in: Victoria, BC
During this summer we have enjoyed many events in Victoria. This August long weekend is the much anticipated Symphony Splash, held on Sunday, August 2nd. The weather promises to be beautiful and this free event is not to be missed.
Victoria's Inner Harbour is transformed to a beautiful concert venue. The orchestra and guest performers are set up on a barge directly in front of the Legislative Buildings. Powerful speakers carry the sound to the thousands (40,000 expected this year) who come to the harbour to listen.
The event starts at 4 p.m. and concludes at 10 p.m. with Fireworks and the 1812 Overture.
The aerial photographs below are of the Victoria Symphony Splash at the inner harbour. These photographs are all credited to the Victoria Symphony which plays from the barge in the harbour.
Here it is - the 5th party picture.
My son loves Birthday Parties! He had such a good time, as you can see :)
You can see his navy jacket - he saw it in a local store and said to his Mom "I want to have a Real Estate Jacket like Daddy!" So, he got it and had to wear it for his birthday :) :)
It's true ... we take our beautiful Vancouver Island for granted.
Yesterday, a family member arrived from Europe. She has never been to Vancouver Island before and is so enthralled with Victoria, commenting that "it's like being on permanent vacation here - the ocean and sandy beach is just across the road, the weather is beautiful and everywhere is clean and green."
Yes, Vancouver Island is called Paradise Island for good reason - we should just keep reminding ourselves how lucky we are!
According to our Victoria Real Estate Board, June saw a significant surge in property sales throughout the Greater Victoria area. With a total of 946 properties sold in June compared to 879 sales in May - a 7% increase, and a 31% increase compared to June of 2008.
The average price for single family homes sold in June was $588,186, with the median price being $529,900.
The average price for condos was $298,200, with the median price being $275,000.
The average price of townhomes was $413,218, with the median price of $375,000.
I would be happy to co-operate with you in referrals. To view my listings and sold properties please take a look at my websites:
www.david-stevens.ca
www.victoriahomesbc.ca
The design of our Canadian flag, consisting of the red maple leaf, was created in 1925, but at the time the Canadian Red Ensign and the Union Jack represented Canada until 1946. At that time new designs were submitted to a select Parliamentary committee but it wasn't until the centennial celebrations of Confedration were approaching and Canada still had no flag of its own that a search began in earnest.
In 1946 the Prime Minister at that time, Lester B. Pearson, told the House of Commons that the government wanted a national flag to be ready by 1967 and the centennail celebrations. Red and white was considered Canada's national colours in 1921, and finally in 1964 the inclusion of the maple leaf in the new Canadian flag was officially recognised.
Canada was established as a self-governing country on July 1, 1867, thus making it 142 years old today!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA!
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As first time buyers, we did not know what to fully expect from the process of home buying. We contacted several agents with a request to represent us in our search and purchase of a home and were surprised that David was the only agent who replied to our request. We were immediately very pleased with how personable and honest David was.
Our satisfaction grew even more with the fact that he took the time to listen to our needs and understood what we could reasonably afford with our modest incomes. David made the process of home buying so smooth for us as first time buyers. He allowed us to make our own decisions while providing us with his view on them as a learning guide. There was never a rushed or wasted sense of time while working with David. Our new home is exactly what we were looking for and we could not be happier. We have recommended David to everyone we know and will definitely keep in contact, hopefully using his assistance again one day. David Crossman and Laura Arlidge
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David – this is a small token of our appreciation for everything you’ve done to make the purchase of our new home possible. We know that it would not have happened if it weren’t for the extraordinary things you did. We love our new home and are really happy.
The Clarke Family, Victoria, BC.
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... Thank you so much for being there for us every step of the way during the sale of our home and transition to a new city. Your hard work and going the extra mile to help us will always be remembered.
Wendy, Peter, Heather, Burnaby, BC.
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David says on his website that he will work with you until you find exactly what you want. I can honestly say he did just that. He spared no time or effort until I found a suitable property. He helped define and refine my search until my specific needs were met. When asked for, David offered his opinion but would add that his opinion and interests were secondary to my own. David is a person of high integrity on all levels. I hope you will be as fortunate as I was to find David for your real estate needs. I cannot recommend him highly enough. He is invaluable as a realtor and I am honoured now to call him my friend.
Eileen S., Victoria, BC.
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I was especially impressed with David's commitment to render the cross-Canada move as easy as possible for us. He helped us research a moving company with a proven track record, picked us up from the airport when we arrived, and personally drove us to our new home. He clearly heard our needs and delivered on his promise that we would not be disappointed. A few months later, the perfect home did come on to the market! When we were transferred, he sold our home quickly and efficiently. I will never forget David for the incredible work that he did for my family. As a result, I cannot recommend him enough to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Dr. C.R., B.A., M.D., C.C.F.P., F.R.C.P.C. Victoria, BC.
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