VCREP #181 | Why Nanaimo Could Be the Hottest Commercial Real Estate Market in 2026

About this episode

Cory Wright discusses with Evan Richardson why Nanaimo is emerging as a key market for commercial real estate investment by 2026.

Is Nanaimo the next breakout market in BC? This week on the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Cory Wright sits down with Evan Richardson from William Wright Commercial to break down why investors are turning their attention to Nanaimo. From population growth and limited commercial supply to national retailers entering the market, they unpack why this Vancouver Island city could be one of the most exciting places to invest in 2026.

People in this episode

Host: Cory Wright

Guest: Evan Richardson

Topics covered

• commercial real estate
• Nanaimo
• investment opportunities
• population growth
• retail market

Keywords

• Nanaimo
• commercial real estate
• investment
• population growth
• retail market

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: William Wright Commercial

Places: Nanaimo, BC, Vancouver Island

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