Living in Nanaimo vs. The Comox Valley: Which should you call HOME?

[@yurkshirelad]

We're looking at options on the island, moving from Ontario. The mild weather is key for us, but we also need a good airport hub, the ferry to vancouver may be useful and hospital access is key. Outdoor activities aren't of much interest due to mobility issues, but exploring the island and the west coast of the mainland will be key. I guess Nanaimo is probably a better option than Comox for us. We're pondering ideas at the moment, nothing concrete.

[@Ritaisrelocating]

Hi Mike! It’s good that you’re taking the time to explore your options! I’m happy to help any time- [e-mail]

[@transactcredit]

Remarkable video. Very interesting and informative. Thank you, Rita!

[@daisysmum7336]

I guess I have the best of both worlds as I live in Qualicum Beach. (Smack dab half way between Nanaimo & Comox/Courtenay.). I love both Nanaimo and the Comox Valley for different reasons and frequent both.

[@Ritaisrelocating]

Qualicum is beautiful! Lucky you

[@vivekpoovanna2079]

Thank you for this!. Great video. nice description!

[@Ritaisrelocating]

You’re very welcome 😊

[@brandonpeniuk]

Hey Rita, I came across this video and the other video of the new ferry from Nanaimo to Vancouver. I used to live on the Island, and I will return in May 2024. I have great friends on the island that I will visit. Can you do a video on the difference between Nanaimo and Campbell River?

[@Ritaisrelocating]

Great idea! I'll be sure to cover this topic in an upcoming video :)

[@brandonpeniuk]

@@Ritaisrelocating Also, another good video would be Nanaimo and how it compares to the sunshine coast. Thanks again!

[@Ritaisrelocating]

Video coming out tonight on Campbell River :)

[@brandonpeniuk]

@@Ritaisrelocating I'll be anxiously waiting.

[@brandonpeniuk]

@@Ritaisrelocating What time is the video coming out?

[@dangillespy3000-v3k]

I live in the Comox Valley. Excellent video.

[@Ritaisrelocating]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed :) Comox is awesome, I'll be there this weekend!

[@dangillespy3000-v3k]

@@Ritaisrelocating Enjoy your visit.

[@sirwm3107]

I know this is about North Island… but you cannot beat VICTORIA! This South Island brings easy access to U.S. and Mainland B.C.

[@Ritaisrelocating]

@@sirwm3107 for the amount of times I go to the US (never) I’m only a short drive and prefer being closer to the North Shore in BC! But to each their own… I think Victoria is a great city!

[@celestemichon1038]

Comox Valley fun places are closer I live in Nanaimo now I used to live in the Comox Valley in the 80s. I love the Comox Valley more quaint.

[@Ritaisrelocating]

I love it there too!

[@princedjaba4626]

Great video and information. Thanks

[@Ritaisrelocating]

thank you, glad it helped!

[@ant-1382]

Comox actually has an international airport!!

[@Ritaisrelocating]

I stand corrected! There’s customs at the Comox airport 😃

[@SMafam5]

Comox is sunnier than Nanaimo but behind Victoria, but Cumberland would be rainier than Nanaimo - depends where you live in the CV as to what climate and what you can grow.

[@SMafam5]

And yes very rainy / grey climate for much of the year (fall/winter especially). Good for those who can travel south.

[@1043dawn]

Remind people about health care

[@jeffliu3056]

Nice video like always👍

[@Ritaisrelocating]

thank you!

[@brandonpeniuk]

Fun fact: Pamela Anderson is from Comox BC.

[@Ritaisrelocating]

She’s actually from Ladymith! I think Kim Cattrall is from Courtenay?

[@brandonpeniuk]

@@Ritaisrelocating You are right. She went to school in Comox. Anderson was born in Ladysmith, attended high school in Comox and in 1989 was flown to Los Angeles for a Playboy Magazine photoshoot. She subsequently moved there to pursue a career in modelling before returning to Ladysmith in 2019.

[@Dbodell8000]

Nanaimo has much more to offer than Courtenay. Nanaimo has a regional population of over 200 thousand a full university two major ferry terminals sea plane access to Vancouver in 15 mins. Nanaimo has a better hospital and as of 2027 will have a full cancer clinic. Nanaimo’s harbour is second to none with Newcastle park Protection island Gabriola island. Lastly Nanaimo has the best location due to it being more central to everything. In my opinion Nanaimo wins hands down.

[@Ritaisrelocating]

I don't disagree :)

[@BONKY-JONES]

All about comox baby

[@DUDE72341]

Hey lets be realistic...rain...rain..more rain...let your viewers from other province's...understand our climate

[@stevewaller175]

You are absolutely beautiful

[@jesterer]

Both have thriving homeless populations downtown.