Campbell River Seeking Expressions Of Interest For Mixed-Use Development On Shopper’s Row

The City of Campbell River is looking for developers to help ‘Reimagine the Row’ as part of its efforts to revitalize Downtown Campbell River.

The City is inviting expressions of interest on the redevelopment of four properties within the 1300-block of Shoppers Row.

Last year, the City acquired several downtown properties - including the Harbourside Inn, a vacant lot next door, and the old Dairy Queen - hoping to bring vibrancy to Shoppers Row and the surrounding neighbourhood, increase housing supply and further revitalize downtown.

This next step in the project signals that the City is ready to partner with the private sector to advance this development and power Council’s strategic priority of downtown revitalization.

Mayor Kermit Dahl says revitalizing downtown has been, and remains, Council’s top priority throughout the term.

The EOI lays out the City’s vision for a variety of commercial, retail and civic uses fronting Shoppers Row on the ground level of the new development, with middle-income rental housing above.

As part of its work to prepare for developing the properties, the City has obtained a demolition permit for the Harbourside Inn building.

Notices to end existing tenancies were given to the remaining residents last month and the City is working with the property manager to explore options for relocation for tenants.

Visit Get Involved Campbell River for the latest information on the ‘Reimagine the Row’ project.

Visit the City’s Bid Opportunities Website to learn more and submit your expression of interest. Interested parties have until March 27, 2025, to respond.