Living at a Strategic Pace

David Hooper’s Journey to One Bear Mountain

In the wake of the pandemic, many of us have found ourselves reevaluating our lifestyles, seeking a balance that allows us to thrive both personally and professionally. David Hooper, a 48-year-old investment professional from Ontario, Canada, is no exception. His decision to invest in One Bear Mountain on Vancouver Island is a testament to the power of curating one’s life, and one that will allow him to live at a strategic pace.

David’s story begins with a realization during the pandemic that the traditional 9-to-5 routine was no longer serving him and his family.

“Before the pandemic, I commuted every day to an office downtown, I realized during the pandemic this could change moving forward. Like so many others, I realized my wife and I could work remotely. But it didn’t have to be from our kitchen table. We had everything we needed to create a new way of living,” he reflects. This realization, reinforced by some well-timed online marketing, led him to discover One Bear Mountain and consider an investment on Vancouver Island. Despite never having visited the community, he was drawn to the potential of a lifestyle that prioritized wellness and balance.

“One Bear Mountain’s focus on wellness resonated with me; the amenities fit perfectly with my health and wellness goals, but also with a desire to continue to thrive professionally,” he shares. The development’s offerings, including golf, a gym, yoga studio, pool, hiking trails, and business centre with meeting rooms and co-working spaces, presented David with the “whole package” that he was seeking in his next life chapter.

David’s commitment to wellness has evolved over the years. “You learn to adapt and adjust. Wellness is more important to me now than it was 15 years ago,” he says. Buying at One Bear Mountain was a strategic move for David, not just an investment in property, but an investment
in a lifestyle that would allow him to “refocus my energy and reenergize my battery so I can continue to provide for my family and clients.” He is motivated to keep working, expand his network and continue to grow his business.

The move to One Bear Mountain is more than a change of scenery and routine for David; it’s a deliberate choice to live life at a strategic pace. It’s about creating a life where work, wellness, and enjoyment are not competing forces but complimentary elements of a well-curated lifestyle.

David’s vision for his life at One Bear Mountain is clear. He imagines an effortless transition between personal and professional activities. “Throughout the day, I can seamlessly shift through the important parts of my life in a healthy and empowering way. I can literally live, work and play all from one location,” he explains.

The social aspects also appealed to David. He values the community’s exclusivity and tranquility, describing it as “our own little secret.” He speaks of the pride residents have in their community and the shared desire to protect what is special about it. “Everybody that is there loves it and wants to protect what is special about it,” David notes.

David is excited to see what the community grows into. “I’ve invited all my friends and family at some point to come and see this place. When you when you see this place, you will wish you had bought a condo here as well.”