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Victoria, British Columbia Victoria truly is the city for those who love the outdoors. Victoria offers many opportunities for the avid sailer, hiker, and angler. Many annual boating races and festivals take place each year in Victoria's many marinas, including the Swiftsure International Yacht Race and the Victoria Classic Boat Festival. Victoria also provides its residents and visitors with many trails and hiking tours, allowing them to explore Victoria's natural beauty. Enthusiastic anglers can enjoy many ideal spots for exciting freshwater and saltwater fishing.
Victoria is the capital of British Columbia, and is situated at the Southern-most tip of Vancouver Island. Due to its geographical location near the Olympic Mountains in Washington State, Victoria is effected by rain shadow, which makes it the driest location on British Columbia's coastline. Victoria is currently rancked as the 14th largest metropolitan area based on its population.
Ethnic Origin |
Population |
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| English | 131,670 |
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| Canadian | 90,780 |
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| Scottish | 79,275 |
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| Irish | 56,655 |
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| German | 34,345 |
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| French | 29,440 |
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| Dutch | 13,805 |
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| Ukranian | 12,770 |
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| Chinese | 11,720 |
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| Aboriginal | 10,230 |
As of June 23, 2008, your REALTOR® will have to ask for identification, as in picture I.D. In June 2007, the federal government approved amendments to regulations under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering)and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA). The amendments, which come into effect on June 23, 2008, are designed to broaden the scope of record keeping and reporting requirements. This means that real estate salespersons and brokers will have new obligations under the PCMLTFA.
Requirements as of June 23, 2008 will include a receipt of funds record for all transactions regardless of the amount of funds received (unless funds are received from a financial entity or public body). In addition, a client identification record will be required to be completed with respect to every purchase and sale regardless of the existence of a cash deposit. Salespersons and brokers will be required to verify and record the identification of each client involved in a particular sale.
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