Residents on Vancouver Island are well known for their welcoming and friendly nature. This is especially true for the residents of The Ridge, a quiet community in Courtenay, BC. Meeting your new neighbours is easy in this scenic community, as newcomers are greeted warmly when they arrive.
People of all ages live in our Courtenay community. It is family-friendly, retiree-friendly, dog-friendly – everyone-friendly! Life at The Ridge harkens back to a different era, to a time where neighbours knew each other’s names and the names of their children and their pets. Often, you will see people stop to have a chat or wave to a neighbour across the street.
The Local Park
Take a stroll to the large local two acre park, where children of all ages are playing. You’ll see dogs romping with other dogs and dog owners meeting and chatting. Enjoy walking, running or riding your bike along some of the many trails in and around The Ridge. While you are out and about exploring, it is very likely that you will meet one of your new neighbours. We have heard many stories about residents meeting and becoming friends with other residents.
Location
Located only minutes from downtown Courtenay, The Ridge is a friendly and safe community featuring spectacular mountain and ocean views. There are a variety of trails accessible within The Ridge which include beach and park trails and pathways built within the neighbourhood where many residents enjoy a morning walk or evening stroll. Some of these trails wind their way through Millard Nature Park, or down to the local beach or along the Royston Seaside Trail. When living at The Ridge, you’ll feel like you are living in the countryside even though you live in the City of Courtenay. There are no overhead wires, no through traffic and no noise pollution.
If you are thinking of moving to Vancouver Island, The Ridge may be the perfect place for you and your family. We keep hearing from our residents that The Ridge, located in Courtenay is the friendliest neighbourhood that they have ever lived in. Take a drive through The Ridge and find out for yourself why this community is one of a kind!