Who are you as a community?

Built in 1998, the Camelot is located in the heart of James Bay. We offer a warm comfortable home environment in a quiet location, right downtown by the Inner Harbour. With 34 suites, Camelot offers Boutique Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services. Rents include Evening Meals Daily, Weekly Housekeeping and Heavy Laundry Services. Camelot is a great place to make new friends, enjoy conversations and activities in the common lounge or out on the lovely garden patio.

• Opened in: 1998
• Ownership: Private. A member of Jones Corporate Group
• Languages Spoken: English

What do you do differently or uniquely well?

At Nova Pacific Homes, our boutique residences are designed to be warm, welcoming, and beautifully personal. With a small number of residential suites, life here stays intimate and connected—the kind of place where everyone knows your name, friendships form naturally, and you never feel like “just another resident.”Meals and activities aren’t big, crowded events—they feel more like gatherings with family and friends, full of laughter, conversation, and comfort. For families, that means peace of mind knowing your loved one is in a place that’s safe, supportive, and genuinely caring—a community where they can enjoy independence while still being surrounded by people who truly look out for them. Boutique living, family feeling, real connection

What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?

When someone moves to The Camelot, we focus on helping them feel comfortable quickly. Because we’re a smaller residence, it’s easier for residents to get to know staff and neighbours and settle into the rhythm of daily life. Shared meals, welcoming common spaces, and attentive staff help new residents begin building connections and feeling at home during those first weeks.

How are residents supported if their needs change?

At The Camelot, residents can receive additional support as their needs evolve through assisted living services arranged within the residence. Our team works with residents and families to coordinate the right level of help with daily routines while the senior resident maintains independence and comfort. The goal is to allow residents to remain in familiar surroundings while receiving more support when it becomes helpful.

Under what conditions would you advise someone against choosing your community?

Someone inclined to a large residence with extensive amenities or a highly structured schedule of activities may prefer another retirement home. The Camelot is ideal for seniors who appreciate a quieter, close knit community. It’s a smaller environment where staff and residents know one another well.

What might residents find surprising about your community?

Many residents are pleasantly surprised by how quickly the residence begins to feel like home. Because the community is small, people often get to know one another easily, and daily interactions with staff and neighbours become familiar very quickly. The combination of personal attention and a comfortable atmosphere often stands out to new residents.

How will your community change in the next five years?

Over the next five years, we’ll continue strengthening the qualities that residents already value here—personal attention, comfortable living, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Our focus remains on maintaining the intimate character of the residence while continuing to provide supportive services that help residents live confidently and comfortably.

What five facts about your community should people know?

• The Camelot is a 34-suite boutique retirement residence located in James Bay, Victoria.
• The community offers independent and assisted living options.
• Residents enjoy home-style dining, housekeeping, and supportive services.
• The residence is close to downtown Victoria, Beacon Hill Park, and the waterfront.
• The Camelot is known for its small, friendly atmosphere where residents and staff know each other well.