Overall, even with the encouraging sales figures coming from Vancouver, CREA forecasts that national sales activity in 2011 will experience a slight decline of 1.3% from 2010 figures. Signs indicate that a notable rebound can be expected in Canadian property sales during 2012.
In addition to its stable economy, the Canadian city of Vancouver provides real estate buyers with an urban setting that features amazing scenery and plenty of recreational opportunities. Vancouver is a city for outdoor enthusiasts, art buffs, families, and everyone in between.
Vancouver has a strong and varied economy that has proven to be resilient in tough times, leaving residents feeling secure today, and hopeful for the future. From major Hollywood film productions to international trade, Vancouver offers its residents employment prospects in every sector.