This clinic is owned by a UK physician who has recently brought two other UK physicians to the practice.  Both of these physicians have quickly reached near-full patient capacity.  This indicates that a new physician joining the clinic would also be able to build up their patient load rapidly.

Duncan, British Columbia, may be small in size, but it offers a wealth of attractions!  This historic  city nestled in the Cowichan Valley, is an excellent place for you to live!  It’s conveniently located between Nanaimo (to the north) and Victoria (to the south), making it easily accessible.  There is something here for everyone in Duncan, from vineyard tours and hiking to historical walks and year-round farmer’s markets.  The mild climate in the region is also a major advantage, allowing you to have enjoyable activities throughout the year.

Although Duncan is the smallest city in Canada by area with a population of 5,669 (as of July 2024), it serves as the commercial hub for the Cowichan Valley, which has a population of 80,000-90,000 people.

In Duncan, you will have significantly lower housing costs compared to nearby cities and the BC average.  The average apartment rental in Duncan is $1,225/month and the average price of a home is around $564,000.

Duncan is also renowned as the “City of Totems” boasting over 40 distinctive hand-carved cedar totem poles on display throughout the city.  These totems are an important part of First Nations culture in the Pacific Northwest, serving as a way of documenting stories, people and historical events.

There are a variety of public, private and independent schools across elementary and secondary levels for your family:

Duncan Christian School - a private K-12 school offering Christian-based education, also featuring preschool programs

Cowichan Valley School District - a public school, overseeing elementary and secondary education

Cowichan Secondary School - a public high school serving grades 9-12

Alex Aitken Elementary School - a public elementary school, serving grades K-7

Khowhemun Elementary School - a public elementary school, for grades K-7 offering a range of programs

Quamichan School - a public school for grades 8-10, known for student leadership and a wide variety of exploratory and academic courses

Ecole Mount Prevost - a public elementary school with french immersion for grades K-7

Queen Margaret’s School - independent, K-12 with boarding options

Queen of Angels School - Catholic School, K-8

Sunrise Waldorf School - independent school, K-7

Vancouver Island University (VIU) - Cowichan Campus

VIU is a public university which offers a range of degree, diploma and certificate programs.  Cowichan campus provides small class sizes and a supportive community for students.  Programs offered:  Associate and Bachelor degree, Master’s, Career and Trades-Focused education, Indigenous Education Initiatives and English Language Programs

Nearby Universities:

• University of Victoria (Victoria, BC)

• Royal Roads University (Victoria, BC)

• Camosun College (Victoria, BC)

• Vancouver Island University - main campus (Nanaimo BC)

Dining and Shopping

In Duncan, you will have a diverse and vibrant dining and shopping experience! You will enjoy a blend of casual diners to top rated dining options.  Also, bakeries and pubs, alongside multiple shopping centres and unique boutiques offering everything from everyday goods, to local artisan finds.

Sports and Fitness 

You will have several options for sports and fitness studios, catering to different interests and fitness levels such as gyms, personal training, yoga and community sports facilities.  There are also outdoor activities ranging from hiking and biking to kayaking, golf, nature walks and wildlife viewing.

Festivals

You can enjoy the 39 Days of July Cowichan Summer Festival which is a long-running annual festival featuring public musical performances.  This includes various stages and events for kids and adults.

You will also love attending the Sunfest Country Music Festival held at Laketown Ranch near Duncan featuring multiple country music stars.

Most recently, Duncan hosted one of Canada’s most famous rock bands, Nickelback!  This concert was held at the Laketown Amphitheatre at Lake Cowichan and was sold out and set a record attendance of over 15,000 people, making it one of Vancouver Island’s largest concerts to date!

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