Architectural rendering of Berwick’s new Parksville senior’s residence
PARKSVILLE – Berwick Retirement Communities will build a 118-unit, six-storey senior’s residence at 180 Jensen Avenue East near the Parksville Community Centre.
Groundbreaking for the building is planned for this spring and construction is scheduled for completion in the spring/summer of 2022. This will be Berwick’s eighth such community in the province, and will offer independent and assisted living services in one bedroom, one-bedroom plus den, and two-bedroom units.
“With a growing economy on Vancouver Island, the Central Vancouver Island region is a growing hotspot destination for retirees because of its seaside beauty, mild climate and small-town feel,” says Berwick CEO Chris Denford. “The ongoing, collaborative discussions with the City of Parksville about their bright and optimistic vision for their community’s future coupled with the fact that Orca Place Supportive Housing has positively managed the neighboring housing project has further validated Berwick’s decision to move forward with building a community in Parksville.
Groundbreaking For 118 Unit, Six-Storey Building Expected This Spring
Parksville Mayor Ed Mayne says “On behalf of Parksville Council, I’m pleased Berwick has made the decision to move forward with this exciting new development. We are a community-oriented region with an amazing natural environment, a lively arts and cultural scene and we are a safe community to retire or raise a family. Parksville is currently seeing significant development, either completed or well underway that includes new rental buildings which will help to fill housing needs.
“We are pleased to welcome Berwick to Parksville.”
The building’s architectural design and character will showcase details influenced by the sandy beaches and the natural environment. The extensive landscape design will draw much attention to the pedestrian level where the experience of the residence can be enjoyed as a resident or pedestrian.
The community will feature Berwick amenity spaces that encourage active living and spacious residential suites, some offering ocean and mountain views.
Berwick’s founders, Gordon and Chris Denford, live and work in Victoria.