Qualicum Beach calls planned golfcourse purchase "once-in-a-generation opportunity"

Qualicum Beach has a plan to acquire tens of acres of green space without raising taxes.

The town has reached an agreement to buy the Eaglecrest golf course for $8.5 million.

The goal is to cover the purchase price by selling about ten per cent of the newly acquired lands, which would then be developed into housing.

It’s anticipated there will be around 40 acres of new parkland, with a 9 hole golf course continuing to operate.

The deal is subject to due diligence and public consultation. The town’s director of planning and community development speaks with Midcoast Morning about the plan.

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Guests:

  • Luke Sales — Director of Planning and Community Development, Qualicum Beach

Program Team:

  • Jesse Woodward — Fill in host and Executive Producer.

  • Arbie Fru — Technical Assistance.

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