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rom unique exteriors to innovative designs and quality finishes that are often considered upgrades, Domus Developments strives to offer customers high-end homes at affordable prices, says project developer Mike Mescia.

“We put a lot of work into our exteriors, for example,” Mescia says, citing upgrades, products like clay brick and concrete siding.

Interior features include granite counters, hardwood flooring, porcelain tile and extra-high ceilings.

“And we’re very open to customizing in all our properties,” he says. “Whatever the customer wants to use or change, we’re flexible.”

Three Domus projects are now taking shape in North London.

Upper richmond Towns This collection of townhomes in Upper Richmond Village at Richmond Street and Sunningdale Road, with its residential/commercial mix, sets a standard in affordable luxury condominium living.

Spacious homes, with more than 2,100 square feet of finished living space, incorporate modern architectural designs with main-floor living space and an additional 500-square-foot loft.

domus developments offers home buyers ample choice “It gives the homeowner bonus space above ground, rather than below ground, in a basement,” Mescia says.

Surrounded by green space, with ponds and nature trails, the homes feature open-concept layouts with nine-foot ceilings and classic detailing such as granite counters and a gas fireplace.

Exteriors incorporate clay brick and James Hardie fiber cement board, which Mescia says gives a more attractive appearance than traditional siding.

These homes are priced from $309,900 and will be available for spring move-in.

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meadows of sUnningdale This picturesque community of 56 one-floor units is taking shape at Sunningdale Road and Meadowlands Way, just west of Richmond Street.

Stone and stucco exteriors plus flat roofs give these homes a European flair, Mescia says.

As one-floor units, ranging from 2,300 to 2,400 square feet, they’re tailored to professionals, retirees and empty nesters, he says.

However, a second-floor 700-square-foot loft, open to the main floor, adds additional space and could be a guest bedroom and den or a large studio.

Ten of the lots will back onto a ravine and nature pond. priced from $379,900, these homes will be available by spring.

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norTh poinT London's first modern loft project will offer 51 customizable boutique condos, ranging from 1,100 to 2,000 square feet, in a fourstorey building.

The open-concept lofts, with 10- and 12-foot ceilings, full-height windows and generous balconies, feature hardwood flooring and granite counters as well as gas fireplaces, stoves and outdoor barbecues.

Adjacent to the Masonville shopping and entertainment district, location is a key feature, Mescia says.

Construction has begun on the first floor and occupancy is expected by the end of the year. Loft prices start at $309,900.

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Homestyle Outdoor Living Marketplace It’s summertime and the entertaining is easy

Go West Offers new opportunities for homebuyers

Tour it, win it Dream homes that could be yours

Going coastal Drool worthy property for sale

Take it outside Revive furniture with easy-going chalk paint

He’s got answers If you’ve got questions about window fashions

Yourstyle Downright delicious Summer accessories to please the eyes

Ladies, start your engines Rev up your summer with a top-to-toe reno

Bestlife Shop local Farm fresh ingredients from area markets

Dental delight Full-service care in Grand Bend

Culturelife Off the wall and off the vine At Quai du Vin Estate Winery

Try before you buy Rent a new look for your walls

Travelstyle Visit Vancouver Canada’s third largest city is sure to delight

Surf’s up Dare to try new water sports

Bizlife Winning traditions Two St. Thomas entities celebrate anniversaries

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editorial editorial “And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.”

– F. SCOTT FITZGERALD, The GreaT GaTsby

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know that there are people who say that they prefer cold temperatures and ski hills to balmy days spent at the beach, but really – who doesn’t love summer?

Days are longer, evenings more relaxed. We spend weekends at the cottage or camper, in the garden, at the boat – communing with nature in whatever way suits us best.

Evenings are for grilling, giggling in the grass and gauging how long the children should be allowed to push bedtimes.

Though there are those who profess to love snow and its inherent activities, I think they secretly love summer too but are just too cool to admit it.

A trip to the beach is one of summer’s great pleasures and in Southwestern Ontario we have the pleasure of choosing among sandy destinations.

Check out our spread on Port Stanley on page 44 or head north to Lake Huron. We have several features demonstrating the beauty and diversity of Ontario’s West Coast.

Ellen Ashton-Haiste toured a home with a view of Lake Huron and shares that experience with us on page 23, so check that out if you’re looking to purchase a home on Ontario’s West Coast to enjoy the warmer months.

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On page 52, Richard Young tells us about a new place to enjoy a drink, some music and a laugh with friends in Bayfield at The Ashwood Bourbon Bar. On page 63, he outlines the wonders of learning to wakeboard and paddleboard and of partaking in a whole range of water activities at Windmill Lake.

Hot days mean hot fashions and on page 53 Heather Toskan offers options for some of the warmest around.

She’s rounded up bathing suits and bags that will make that trip to the beach even more fun.

I love travel writing, and being able to visit Canada’s third-largest city and experience its delights, under the able guidance of my son, Ellis, was a real treat. To me, Vancity is a hipster’s paradise and a hippy’s ultimate hangout – it truly offers something for everyone. With endless eats, amazing sights, sounds of the city, smells of the ocean and the feel of the cool mountains, it’s worth putting on your list of travels this vacation season.

Summer is more pleasurable with a great space to enjoy the great outdoors without going very far. On page 9 we’ve put together ideas and suggestions for elements that will make your outdoors truly great.

Finally, remaining in business for five years is considered a success in Canada, but remaining vital to customers and clients for half a century or over a century is really a feat. On page 31, we recognize two St. Thomas businesses – Mugford’s and Jennings – that have done just that. Congratulations!

As days lengthen, nights grow softer and we move outdoors to enjoy this brief yet blissful time, the Lifestyle Magazine crew wishes you and yours a safe and happy summer!

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Like magic, Victoria Day weekend heralds outdoor entertaining season. Enjoying your backyard with family and friends is one of the great joys of summer, and fitting it out to do that in style ensures you’ll be the host with the most all summer long. Whether you’re relaxing on cushy loungers or chatting on a comfy sectional, warming up next to a cozy fire on cooler evenings or enjoying the shade of a convenient awning on a blistering day – everything you need to make a statement and make your backyard its summer best is here.

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s a devoted fan of the area in which he resides, Ted Melchers, of Melchers Construction, couldn’t be happier than to be working on a second development in Komoka.

As one of the men behind a residential construction company that has built in and around London for 28 years, Melchers says, “We live on a farm just outside of Komoka, so we are tied to this area that we love. It’s easy for us to promote it because we are genuine about how grateful we are to live out this way.”

“The Kilworth area has always been desirable because of its proximity to the river and outdoor features.”

The area west of London is taking off with unprecedented growth over the past three years.

This is attributable to many factors, both natural and manmade. One example of the latter is the work of staff for the municipality of Middlesex Centre.

According to Melchers, lower property taxes and lower development charges make it financially more attractive. The municipality also had the foresight to construct infrastructure in the area that would encourage growth, like sewers, water lines and water treatment facilities.

Working with municipalities that recognize the value of building the tax base by increasing the population is attractive to developers, according to Don de Jong of The Tridon Group.

When you add an area with attractive natural features, like a provincial park, and family amenities, like a community centre and sportsplex, you get a fast-developing area that is attractive to developers, builders and homebuyers.

Tridon recently developed two neighbourhoods in Kilworth and is bringing a third on line in 2017.

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Melchers’ Woods Edge project is proving so popular that the first phase of these single-family homes on larger lots starting in the $400,000s are expected to soon be sold out.

“The Kilworth area has always been desirable because of its proximity to the river and outdoor features. Additionally, Middlesex Centre is progressive and we’ve had a good working relationship with them in years past,” says de Jong.

Builders feel the same way, according to Melchers. “Building west of London is attractive in so many ways. Komoka and Mount Brydges have more of a country feel away from the hustle bustle of the city. They are family-oriented communities with good schools, which is very attractive to many buyers, yet they still have easy access to London,” he explains.

According to Ben Puzanov, planner for Middlesex County, “Komoka, Kilworth and Ilderton have been accommodating most of the growth because of the municipal services available there.”

These were designated growth areas and allowances were made for the addition of municipal infrastructure to promote compact development as required by the province, as part of the municipality’s official plan in 2001.

In Komoka’s Parkview Heights, Melchers Construction is offering a mix of condos and single-family homes. The former is to answer a need for the aging demographic. These condominiums will be single-storey living starting in the $300,000s. “These are for people who want a lower-maintenance lifestyle, like retired farmers, who want to stay in the area and still have the flexibility of going to Florida for the winter but not worry about being away from their property,” says Melchers.

Melchers adds that offering higher-density housing at a lower starting price point is an integral part of the plan for Middlesex Centre.

In Mount Brydges, Melchers’ Woods Edge project is proving so popular that the first phase of these single-family homes on larger lots starting in the $400,000s are expected to soon be sold out. The Model home is located at 697 Woods Edge Road.

With construction started in 2013, Kilworth Heights is a mixed-density project as well, according to de Jong.

As the land developers, Tridon is working with four construction companies – Marquis Developments, JLC Homes, Delange Homes and Castell Homes – on these houses, which will start at $400,000.

Additionally, 35 vacant land detached condominiums will be built there and will start at $279,900.

The condos for this project will be built by Werrington Homes as its first project, which is a partnership between de Jong and Dan Katz of Esam Group.

The area has proven itself, as de Jong and Tridon will soon start its third west end development. In Kilworth, this as-yet-unnamed project will see “hundreds” of homes spread over 135 acres, with expected occupancy in 2017 and the whole project completed in seven to 10 years.

“There will be various types of units to choose from,” says de Jong, “with a range of prices.” Some will be traditional single-family homes, vacant land condos and attached condos, with areas devoted to green space and a new school.

Both Melchers and de Jong speak highly of the ease of working with Middlesex Centre staff.

“In a smaller community, you can sit down with staff and work through issues – the normal points of discussion that come up during any planning of a development – very quickly,” says de Jong.

Both also admit that the current residents of the areas in which they are working have not always been entirely happy, but in jointly working through the issues, good compromises have been found.

“We attended a public meeting and we ended up changing some things because we were flexible and wanted to compromise to make things more palatable for the neighbours. We changed our plans from having 38 attached condos to 17 detached condos,” says Melchers.

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hether the dream is of an upscale family home, a charming retirement retreat, a downtown condo or a Toronto pied-à-terre, London’s spring Dream Lottery has something to suit.

“It really does cover the entire demographic,” says Lottery spokesperson Rita Fieder. “There’s something for every lifestyle.”

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esthaven homes is offering a two-storey, four-bedroom family home in west London’s Warbler Woods subdivision.

“It’s a comfortable, classic home with lots of windows and a great covered verandah in the back looking onto woods and rolling terrain,” says Westhaven owner David Off. The main floor of the 2,800-square-foot home features an open-concept great room and kitchen with a butcher-block topped island and butler’s pantry.

The master bedroom includes a fireplace and ensuite bathroom with a stand-alone tub and glassed-in shower. There’s also a convenient second-floor laundry room.

The lower level has a large recreation/ games room with a fireplace and wine storage.

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edway Homes is offering a Grand Bend bungalow in a new subdivision off Highway 81, east of the town centre.

It is a “cute house with great charm,” company owner Paul Pittao says of the 1,492-square-foot home.

Features include an open-concept kitchen and great room with mainfloor laundry. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with a soaker tub, glass-and-tile shower and heated floors.

There is also a 1,000-square-foot finished basement with a recreation room, bedroom and three-piece bath.

The exterior – James Hardie cement fibreboard siding with stone banding on the front and board-andbatten accents – includes a 16-by-16foot covered rear wood deck.

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The second level, the first with residential suites, offers extra-large terraces, says operations vice president Adam Carapella.

The 1,804-square-foot twobedroom-plus-den suite is ideal for downsizing as it is spacious with plenty of storage, he says.

The unit features penthouselevel finishes, including wide-plank engineered hardwood flooring, maple cabinetry and engineered quartz counters in the kitchen and granite in the bathrooms.

The kitchen includes two large pantries and there is an adjacent large laundry room.

The building features a 9,000square-foot amenity centre with a golf simulator, pool, theatre, exercise room and lounges.

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He oNNi Group again offers a luxurious Toronto condo min ium as part of this year’s Dream Lottery.

The two-bedroom-plus-study unit in the Yards Condos, a 28-storey tower in the Fort York neighbourhood, features an open-concept living and dining area with a walkout to a large west-facing balcony. 

Fieder says the Lottery winner can pass on one of the four homes in favour of a $1-million cash prize.

The master bedroom also includes a balcony walkout plus a five-piece ensuite bathroom with a soaker tub.

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Wood and stone accents throughout the light and airy main floor make this cottage – priced at $1,795,000 – a luxurious yet comfortable space.

The sights and sounds of the beach provide the perfect backdrop for cozy conversation.

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atching the ever-changing lake views – from summer’s almost-Caribbean blue waters to winter’s imposing ice sculptures – through oversize windows is one of many alluring features in a Lake Huron waterfront cottage.

“We’re always looking out. It’s really a visual extension of our living area,” say the owners of one such Grand Bend cottage, currently listed for sale with Oliver and Associates, Trudy and Ian Bustard Real Estate Brokerage Inc. “The picture is always changing with the light and the winds.”

The couple spends most weekends year-round at their beachside retreat. They say they often time their departure from home to allow them to sit with a glass of wine on the deck or in front of the fireplace and watch the spectacular Lake Huron sunsets.

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It has the amenities and the location.”

Although the original cottage was built more than four decades ago, it has undergone extensive renovations to modernize it.

The current owners updated the kitchen, extending an outer wall to create the additional space and cabinets, and combined the upper master bedroom with a new bathroom.

They have also installed a gas furnace with central air-conditioning and new electricals and plumbing, including outdoor hot and cold running water that’s ideal for washing off after a day on the beach. The roof is just five years old.

The two-level home, now almost 2,400 square feet, is entered at the ground level from an interlocking stone driveway and parking area.

A spacious foyer leads to three bedrooms, two of them connected by a cheater bathroom. The lower level also includes laundry facilities.

Each bedroom opens to a private stone patio. In fact, there is outdoor access from every room in the house.  Continued on page 27

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ABOVE Picturesque views from the back patio provide the perfect spot to unwind from the stresses of the city.

A stairway from the foyer leads to an open-concept kitchen, dining room and great room. The focal point is a sitting area with a cathedral ceiling facing a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. While the fireplace is gas, it’s not a gas insert.

The owners explain they felt the insert would create too much heat in the immediate sitting area and they prefer the ambiance of an open fire.

A short hallway leads to the master bedroom and new bathroom with an engineered quartz-topped floating vanity and large glassed-in shower.

The upper level flooring – birch hardwood – and ceramic tile flooring in the foyer and bathrooms feature in-floor heating. The lower level bedrooms are carpeted.

A wrap-around deck envelopes the upper level. A lower sitting deck has been enclosed with a glass wall as protection against lake winds.

The setting is ideal for family gatherings, the owners maintain, citing the private beach and long, sandy stretch of shallow water into the lake with no sudden drop-off or undertow – an important safety feature for grandkids.

Although it’s secluded, they appreciate the access to local amenities. It’s a short walk to downtown Grand Bend, with its public beach and marinas.

It’s also an easy stroll in the other direction along the beach to Pinery Provincial Park, which offers yearround recreation with walking and bike trails, groomed ski trails and its 10-kilometre beach. b

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comfy wooden chair has decorated my backyard since my oldest son made it for me in his high school shop class. The years have taken a toll on this beloved piece of furniture.

I wanted to try my hand at resurrecting it but was hesitant as do-it-yourselfing isn’t my strongest suit.

With advice from some experts and the help of my husband, I was able to bring this worn-out piece back to vivid life.

Diamonds and Toads carries Annie Sloan brand – the original chalk paint – which is manufactured in the U.S. Stan Portley’s sells Canadian-made van Gogh Fossil Paint. Both are excellent products for novices like me and for experienced DIYers who want to be more daring. John Robinson at Stan Portley’s and Michelle Gallant at Diamonds and Toads were both generous with valuable advice, which they gladly provide to all customers.

True to its marketing promises, chalk paint is easy to use (even for the inexperienced among us) and forgiving. Because it’s odour-free, we were able to work on the chair in our basement during the frigid winter months and have it ready for a spring debut. It cleans up more easily than latex paint, with just a quick rinse necessary for brushes. 

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By Jill Ellis-Worthington

Using chalk paint makes reviving outdoor furniture easy and fun

After Before:

According to my expert advisors, most pieces don’t need special prep, but because mine was peeling and splintering from age and weather damage, we chose to scrape and sand it. Be sure to dust your piece off well with a damp rag before painting.

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This paint does not require primer, so you can hop right into applying the first coat. We used various sizes of disposable bristle brushes multiple times – the paint cleans up easily with water. Throw on some old clothes and some latex gloves and get started.

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We disassembled the arms from the chair to make it easier to handle during refinishing. Mix the paint thoroughly – this is a necessary step when using any type of paint, and especially for chalk paint. Apply in even strokes, tipping out the surface for best results.

We started at the bottom and worked our way up. That did require some touch-ups due to drips, so consider going the other way.

step 3

Mask off any areas you don’t want to paint, especially if you are doing multiple colours like we did. Use a professional painter’s tape, as it will produce clean, sharp edges and won’t peel the new paint off of surfaces.

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Even the darkest colour needed two coats, but chalk paint dries quickly and can be recoated within a few hours of drying time. Lighter colours (especially those based on red and orange hues) needed many coats: yellow about four, while the pink needed seven.

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ABOVE RIGHT Hard work, customer feedback and quality service and products have been the formula for Mugford’s success. The shoe retailer has been a staple in St. Thomas since 1965.

By Richard Young

ennings Furniture and Design and Mugford’s, two St. Thomas familyowned and -operated businesses, celebrate historical milestones this year. Jennings is celebrating its 130th anniversary, while Mugford’s celebrates its 50th year. Their long-term sustainability is a testament to their owners’ hard work and perseverance.

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stablished in 1885, Jennings was owned and operated by the Jennings family for four generations. In 2009, Renée Carpenter, a former Jennings in-store designer, purchased the business. As luck would have it, her takeover coincided with one of the worst economic downturns in recent memory.

“It felt like the bottom had fallen out of the world,” recalls Carpenter. “Being new to retail, I knew I had to cut out the dead weight and clear out old inventory. I first determined my niche market and began to focus on this new direction. I made the choice to go higher end. Old vendors with outdated styles were eliminated while newer, trendier ones with fewer problems and more options were added.

“The element of a full interior design service played a huge part in this new role as I brought on decorators and designers. The formula to our success has been to reinvent ourselves and stay

ABOVE LEFT Previously an in-store designer at Jennings Furniture and Design, Renée Carpenter purchased the business in 2009 and immediately embarked on a mission to reinvigorate it. ABOVE RIGHT Four generations of the Jennings family ran this retail icon of Talbot Street since it was founded in 1885.

flexible while continuing to stay true to who we are in service and quality.

Jennings’ reputation and history dictate that,” says Carpenter.

Today, visitors will find three floors of quality furniture and accessories for the living, dining, bedroom, kitchen and bath areas, plus wallpaper, cab-

inetry, rugs and lighting, and a specialty design centre with five interior consultants for in-store and inhome service.

Jennings’ tagline, “It’s time to love where you live!” is a principle Carpenter takes to heart. “Our focus is to create an environment and experience for our clients that they will remember and share with others. Our customers are welcomed into our ‘home’ and made to feel at home while we help them love and create their home.”

Carpenter says a celebratory gala and other events will be introduced throughout the year. “As Canada’s second-oldest furniture store, we are quickly becoming a rarity in the world of historic, privately-owned furniture stores,” she says.

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Continued from page 31 INSET LEFT General manager Patti Mugford-Pooley.

MIDDLE The Mugford family (l-r) Merle, Murray, Donald, Patti, Scott and Jodi.

RIGHT Name changes from Donald Mugford Shoes to Mugford Shoes to Mugford’s – staying current has been key to success during its five-decade history.

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stablished in 1965 by Merle and and Don Mugford, Mugford’s (formerly called Mugford Shoes) has been family-owned and -operated for 50 years. General manager Patti Mugford-Pooley says her parents “worked night and day from the beginning,” travelling to Europe to buy different products, listening to what their customers wanted, providing good service, variety and quality products, and ensuring customers always take home footwear that fits properly.

“Long hours, hard work, and perseverance have been our formula for success,” says Mugford-Pooley, “that and personalized attention to detail in the fitting of footwear and apparel.”

At one point, Mugford’s had eight stores in operation. Today, the family operates three stores – the original St. Thomas location and two in London – and employs 17 people. Although it also offers brand-name women’s everyday apparel and handbags, Mugford’s remains first and foremost a shoe store, carrying lines like Blundstone, Rieker, New Balance, Clarks, Florsheim, and many others. Pedorthic services are offered as well.

Mugford-Pooley says generations have shopped at her family’s St. Thomas store. “People expect to see a Mugford here, whether it’s me, my sister Jodi, or my mother Merle, who continues to work in the store six days a week,” she says. “What sets us apart is our personalized service and the professionalism of our staff.”

Keeping pace with changing tastes while maintaining its reputation for quality and fashion are the factors that will carry Mugford’s through its next 50 years, says Mugford-Pooley. The store plans to have a big party in May to celebrate its 50th anniversary, she adds.

INFO St. Thomas Mayor Heather Jackson acknowledges the two retailers’ longevity and success. “Congratulations to both Jennings Furniture and Mugford’s on their anniversaries!” says Jackson. “It is a great achievement and a testament to their hard work and dedication to customer service that these two local businesses are celebrating these milestone anniversaries. I wish both Jennings and Mugford’s continued success for many years to come.” b

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hough B.C. stands for British Columbia, perhaps it should stand for Be Cause. Visit Vancouver because it’s beautiful, because it’s surrounded by haunting rainforests, because it’s culturally diverse, because it’s one of the only cities in Canada where palm trees grow, because when you look one way you see mountains and the other way ocean, because it has great dining experiences, because it’s laid back and exciting at the same time and, mostly, because you’ll have a great time.

For those from Southwestern Ontario, a visit to Vancity will most likely start at the airport. Two things: check out a $20 bill and then look up. You’ll see a familiar sight in Bill Reid’s sculpture, The Spirit of Haida Gwaii, in the International Terminal. Secondly, getting into the city is easier here than almost anywhere in North America. Follow the signs to the SkyTrain and jump on. If you’re staying downtown or in Gastown, you’ll jump off at Waterfront Station, home of Canada’s first Starbucks. This will be the first of hundreds of coffee shops that you can experience during your stay.

With a shop populating practically every block, coffee is king in Vancouver. One favourite is historic Gastown’s Revolver.

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TOP Vancouver is a city that’s easy to navigate without a car. Hop-on/hop-off trolleys, electric buses, aqua taxis, SeaBuses – all get visitors around easily and inexpensively.

ABOVE Asian influences are undeniable and enrich the culture, in the food, the architecture and clothing.

RIGHT Jill Ellis-Worthington was surprised to see palm trees in Canada. Beautiful English Bay provides the backdrop.

ences in preparation.

Visit Harbour Centre, as a trip up the tower to the Vancouver Lookout will help you get the lay of the land and provide an amazing view. A one-day pass allows visitors to return the same day, so take advantage and shoot up the tower again at night to marvel at the glimmer of millions of lights.

Another way to get a good feel for the city is taking the Vancouver Trolley Hop-On, Hop-Off City Attractions Tour. It features 34 stops, including several in Stanley Park.

At the other end of the tour is English Bay, where visitors can sit and enjoy lunch on the Milestones patio, while taking in the view of palm trees and the ocean.

Locals laugh at their own politically incorrect love of the odd, tasty treats from Japadog, one of the many food trucks that line the streets. Japadog has 20 types of regular hot dogs covered in exotic ingredients on offer, the most popular of which is the Terimayo. This dog is covered in teriyaki sauce, mayo and seaweed.

The SeaBus is part of the general transit system and costs no more than any of the efficient sky trains or electric buses. Catch one at Waterfront Station, then bus it up to Grouse Mountain. This is an economical, time-conscious way to experience B.C.’s mountainous beauty.

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Visit Harbour Centre, as a trip up the tower to the Vancouver Lookout will help get the lay of the land and provide an amazing view. at the restaurant in Grouse Mountain Resort while enjoying the spectacular view will be a treasured memory of your stay.

Take a water taxi to Granville Island, pick up some items at the Public Market and enjoy a picnic on the pier. Exotic choices such as sea urchin will fill you up and make you thirsty to try Granville Island Brewing’s many offerings or a sip of whiskey at Liberty Distillery.

Libations from both are made right on the island.

Asian influences are undeniable, so seeing how sake is made at Artisan SakeMaker only seems natural. Like many vintners, this one offers vertical flights to taste all of its vintages.

The famous Capilano Suspension Bridge and the trails that are part of this tourist attraction allow visitors to experience a thrilling walk and the beauty of the rainforest up close.

Another opportunity to travel by water comes via the network of ferries taking visitors to the various islands just off the coast. Many want to visit Vancouver Island to see Victoria, but if you want to enjoy some island time in less time, take a 20-minute ferry ride to Bowen Island.

The quiet of this tiny community is a stark contrast to the bustling atmosphere of Vancouver. A day trip to the island that includes a bus ride, a hike around Killarney Lake and some time checking out the shops at Artisan Square, followed by lunch at Bowen Island Pub, provides some quiet in a sea of noise during your stay.

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the New Amsterdam Cafe provides a sports-bar-like atmosphere on two floors.

At the waterfront, Canada Place’s five distinctive sail roof houses are a mustsee. Enjoying FlyOver Canada isn’t for the faint of heart, but to experience this country from a birds’ perspective in a flight simulation ride is an amazing experience. No trip to Vancouver is complete without a visit to the aquarium.

View the belugas, dolphins and otters from above and below the water line.

You’re in for an authentic Chinatown experience in Vancouver. Walk through the Millennium Gate and into a world of dried eels and ginseng roots as open-air stalls provide a market feel. A calming stroll through Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden provides tranquility in the middle of this rushing metropolis.

Vancouver is a diner’s delight with every type of cuisine ready to please.

From Wildebeest restaurant, which will satisfy any carnivore’s cravings; to Joe Fortes Seafood and Chop House, with its nearly floor-to-ceiling oyster bar; to Noodlebox, which offers fresh Asian fusion at reasonable prices, gastronomes will love eating their way through the city.

B.C. is quickly becoming known as cocoa city, and Mink Chocolates Cafe should be on your list if you are a chocoholic. Served warm, not hot, drinking chocolate is a liquid candy bar.

A week or even two will not be enough time to truly see Canada’s jewel of the west. So you’ll want to return to B.C. because . . . n INFO

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Martin Jesko Custom Cabinetry is renowned for quality workmanship

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By Richard Young

ince 2006, Martin Jesko Custom Cabinetry has been offering its customers the finest kitchens and cabinetry furnishings available on the market.

Testimonials from past customers on the firm’s website praise products for being exquisite, beautiful, functional and exceptional, and they applaud Jesko workmanship for its thoroughness, perfectionism, precision and attention to detail. All appreciate the individual attention they received from the company.

The “dream kitchen” Martin Jesko Custom Cabinetry designed for Treadstone Development’s Fall Lottery Dream Home was featured in the January/February 2015 issue of Lifestyle Magazine.

“Our designs suit the customer’s individual style,” says company owner Martin Jesko. “Every person has their own taste and they should have the design that suits them, not someone else.

Each project is the result of years of experience and product research combining modern craftsmanship with the latest trend to develop the most functional and stylish product available.”

From its shop and showroom located at 571 Commercial Crescent in London, the company

serves the London area, stretching to Grand Bend and as far afield as Toronto. Jesko says residential customers are 90 per cent of his company’s business.

An impressive visual collection of past projects, kitchen and vanity styles is available on the Jesko website.

Jesko says that free consultations are available upon request.

“From there, with the assistance of an interior design student, I come up with layouts and material selections for customers. We do 3-D renderings with the materials the customer has chosen,” he says.

When asked what sets his company apart from the competition, Jesko reiterates his company’s commitment to quality and uniqueness. “I would say quality from build to install, and the fact that I do the design, spray and install myself with a helper. I think our designs are unique, and our company’s ‘personality’ eases the customer into having an enjoyable process.” b

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nspiration for the Off the Wall…And Off the Vine Art Show being held July 19 at Quai du Vin Estate Winery came to organizer Penny Crichton during an outdoor art show in Port Stanley last summer.

“I was reminded of how many passionate artists and artisans there really are in such a tiny village,” says Crichton, a member of the Association of Port Stanley Artists. “I thought about how great it would be to present an outdoor summer art show big enough to accommodate as many artists as possible from Port Stanley, Elgin County and Southern Ontario in one picturesque place.”

Crichton helped organize Summer Swing for The Stork Club Big Band Museum and Hall of Fame at Quai du Vin with owners Rob and Lisa Quai in 2012, so she knew the popular Elgin County winery would be the ideal venue for such an event.

“We want artists to meet, share ideas and grow; we want art enthusiasts to take home a work of art and maybe find their own passion; and we want wine enthusiasts to savour the fruits from the Quai du Vin winery amongst their vines,” says Crichton.

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visitors to experience fine food, music and beer from Railway City Brewing Company.

More than 50 artists and artisans will be displaying their works.

“While there are professional, long-time artists attending, there are also many newcomers and budding entrepreneurs of all different mediums to enjoy,” says Crichton. “All were selected on their passion for the arts. Our selection committee believes that this is what makes the artist – having the opportunity to step up and expand your creative side and have it evolve over time.”

One of the features of the show will be en plein air – the art of painting in the open air. A café area will be set up where visitors can watch first-hand how a painting comes together in a landscape setting while enjoying food and wine.

Crichton thanks fellow APSA members Marcia Pensa-Snelgrove, Sharron Russell and Kim Yuhasz and the event’s generous sponsors for their assistance in organizing the inaugural Off the Wall…And Off the Vine event.

“We want this to become an annual event and we want everyone who attends to have fun,” says Crichton. n

A café area will be set up where visitors can watch first-hand how a painting comes together in a landscape setting while enjoying food and wine.

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rt and rental would appear to be strange bedfellows, but together they make one of life’s greatest pleasures an intelligent and affordable indulgence.

The rationale behind renting art from artists or galleries is simple: Original art needs to be savoured slowly; finding what truly speaks to you requires time and multiple exposures.

Photographer Jennifer Squires Ross creates “soothing art for simple living.” Her minimalist landscape photographs beg for quiet contemplation.

She started renting out her pieces in 2011 through the Art Etc. Gallery Shop at The Art Gallery of Burlington. Since then, Squires Ross has begun working with Cheryl Trudell at Home Staging 4 Success.

Squires Ross describes three categories of renters: the first is home stagers and designers who need art for a limited time and don’t want something mass produced; the second is businesses and corporations that appreciate fine art and decor but like to change up what they have in their offices on a regular basis; the third is people who like to try before they buy.

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Sculptor Richard Sturgeon offers rental as an option when an outright purchase is not possible, or when a client has fallen in love with a piece but is unsure of its suitability for their space.

Sturgeon says, “It’s a chance [for clients] to try the work out in context.”

He was recently contacted by a designer looking for something to add punch to the entranceway of a client’s beautiful new home.

Sturgeon had a sculpture that suited the space and placed it there temporarily. The piece drew enough compliments from guests that the homeowners purchased it outright.

Muse Shop and Rental at Museum London offers an excellent program. While the service does generate a stream of revenue for the Museum, more importantly, it promotes the work of local artists such as Donna Andreychuk and Annemarie Plint.

Muse sales clerk and community engagement coordinator Jordan Brennan says more and more individuals are renting art to decorate their homes for a special occasion or to try out the look of a piece of art before adding it to their personal collection. She says rentals

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Bath by design

By Ellen Ashton-Haiste

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or the past decade Bart and Dawinder Bahth have built their London Bath Centre into a thriving business, offering a range of unique products and an emphasis on first-class customer service.

For most of that time, they operated out of a storefront at 750 Wharncliffe Road South.

However, as business continued to grow, they found display space too limited. In December they launched a new design centre with a much larger showroom, just up the road at 596 Wharncliffe.

The 30-per-cent increase in space has allowed the couple to showcase many more products.

And, as a bonus, the location is more visible, resulting an increase in customer traffic.

“It’s been a great move,” Bart says. “We’ve had excellent feedback from customers and from neighbouring business owners.”

He credits Rawle Blackman, of Modern Living London, and Ali Soufan, of York Developments, for inspiring the new venue.

They approached the Bahths last fall, proposing the opening of a design centre, a first for the city.

“We jumped onboard,” Bart says, adding that York Developments did superior work on the interior renovations.

The new showroom is bright and airy, with multiple display areas showcasing a wide variety of bath fixtures and plumbing supplies.

The centre specializes in unique mid- to high-end products from

around the world and Bart is also proud to offer completely Canadian lines as well as exclusive items, not available elsewhere in London.

Examples include Rubinet faucets, manufactured in Woodbridge, Ontario with finishes such as Swarovski crystals and 14-karat gold; soaker tubs, insulated with volcanic limestone; therapeutic tubs with heated back rests; and French-made Decotec vanities in a rainbow of colours.

But the business is about more than the products, Bart stresses.

“We are all about customer service. We do offer beautiful products at reasonable prices but we are focused on achieving happy customers and building positive relationships.”

He rejects hard-sell or competitive tactics and says he will take all the time necessary to help a client with a plumbing issue, even if it involves fixtures purchased elsewhere.

The result, he maintains, is a satisfied and long-term clientele.

“We are surrounded with good people and our customers become our friends.”

The fact that most of his clients – who regularly come from as far afield as Toronto to Windsor – are word-of-mouth referrals proves the point.

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s the years pass, we often find ourselves drawn to things from childhood, when shopping at the open-air farmers’ market was a weekly activity. The food we grew up with holds a renewed and special place in our souls as we make our way through our pre-packaged lives. Growing up in an old-world European household allowed me to truly learn where my food came from.

Farm fresh and organic weren’t catchphrases but simply the way things were. Our vegetables came from our garden, carefully turned, fertilized with manure and tended to daily by our whole family. Fresh in-season apples, peaches and pears were purchased from roadside vendors on many road trips to Niagara Falls, and we often stopped to picnic along the way.

It’s not just nostalgia that brings us back to a simpler and more real way to source our food, but the realization that it is healthier for our bodies and our local agricultural industries. In Southwestern Ontario, we are lucky to be able to shop at local farmers’ markets or even buy direct from local growers, who are becoming well known for fresh, quality produce.

Beef rouladen (meat roll) served with fresh local vegetables is a nostalgic dish that I’m drawn to lately, as it exemplifies this return to the real food of my upbringing by German-immigrant parents and because of the rave reviews it gets from dinner guests.

Historically this dish was made with thinly sliced venison or cheaper cuts of beef. Regardless, the meat for rouladen must be very thinly sliced and not every butcher knows how to do it right. I get mine freshly sliced by Dan Murphy’s

butcher Jim at Field Gate Organics in the Covent Garden Market. Murphy notes, “We use inside round to cut our rouladen, using a large eye instead of the more traditional smaller version.

The majority of our meat is locally sourced from farms in Middlesex, Oxford, Perth and Huron counties. We process all of it in Oxford County at our own tri-plant, meaning we handle pork, beef and lamb products there.

Ours is Ontario’s first federally ‘certified organic’ plant.” n

Each is rolled up, allowing just a hint of bacon to protrude from the ends. Meat rolls are skewered with toothpicks and pan seared in a mixture of butter and olive oil. Once browned, the rolls are placed in a shallow pan (uncovered) and into a 325 F oven (or barbecue) for about 45 minutes, depending on how well done you like your meat.

Frieda’s rouladen (Serves four)

8 thin slices local organic beef (ask the butcher for rouladen) 8 tsp grainy mustard 8 slices local butcher bacon (cut in half) 1 small sweet onion, sliced thin 8 slices dill pickle 16 toothpicks Salt and pepper to taste

The recipe varies depending on region and household tradition. For my mom’s recipe, the meat is laid flat on a cutting board and seasoned with a generous amount of salt and pepper, then slathered with grainy European-style mustard. Half a slice of country-style butcher bacon is laid along each edge. Then, local fresh sweet onions and dill pickles are thinly sliced and laid on top.

Use pan drippings to make an au jus or gravy. Serve with potato dumplings. When you’re at the market buying the meat, pick up some farm-fresh tomatoes and cauliflower to serve on the side. The latter can be drizzled with browned butter.

To complete the meal, pour a crisp locally brewed pilsner or a Niagara Gewürztraminer for a real 100-mile German-Canadian treat that’s not only nutritious and delicious, but socially responsible as well.

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Every cloud has a silver lining,” they say, and so it is with Bayfield’s Ashwood Inn and Bourbon Bar, the newest addition to Ontario’s West Coast in Huron County.

“Sadly, 100-year-old ash trees had to be taken down at Deer Park Lodge due to the Emerald Ash Borer. We’ve given them a second life,” says the Ashwood’s owner, Kirsten Harrett.

“We built a kiln from a shipping container, had the wood milled, and dried the lumber over the winter.

D. L. Creations of Bayfield has turned the lumber into our impressive reception desk, our Bourbon Bar top, and restaurant tables.”

Purchased as an addition to adjacent Deer Park Lodge, the Ashwood is located on 22 acres, north of the Bayfield River. A complete overhaul and renovation of the existing property and building has been underway since June 2014.

The Ashwood’s official opening is May 30 with a sold-out performance by popular Canadian roots rock band Skydiggers.

Chef Robert Whyte, who teaches in the Humber College culinary program, will be the Ashwood’s head chef. Pete Meades, of Meades Bros Productions and Bayfield Concert Series, is music director and manager of the Inn. “We have large, bright, inviting double and single queen rooms, as well as king and family suites,” says

Harrett. “For music fans, we will be offering ‘Stay ’n’ Play’ packages for the concerts held at the Bourbon Bar.” “Our menu will incorporate the finest available local ingredients to create an ever-changing farm-to-table menu, while The Ashwood Bourbon Bar will be mixing up some incredible cocktails, offering rare bourbons for connoisseurs and connoisseurs in the making,” says Harrett.

“Our vision is a place where food, drink, music and accommodation come together to create a unique experience for the patrons,” says Meades.

“This is the first live music venue in Huron County where the stage and sound system have been built and designed specifically with musicians in mind. We will be supporting and promoting original Canadian artists.”

Harrett says the Ashwood will be open year-round, and she plans to partner with other like-minded businesses in the area to promote Ontario’s West Coast as a fourseason destination. b

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Right A lightweight patterned cover-up tops a two-piece bikini.

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t’s time to prepare for sunny days ahead by outfitting yourself with some stylish swimwear and other summer essentials, including sandals and bags.

“Nothing sets the tone for a great summer faster than some fabulous new swimwear,” says Jackie Storonianski, the owner of Seychelles Swimwear in London. According to Storonianski, current swim styles are both figure-flattering and fashionable.

“Many women are happily surprised to find that there are many swimsuit styles that can make them feel and look great,” says Storonianski.

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day, while these white and black flat double-band slip-ons look comfy and stylish. (Both from Mugford’s)

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Flaunt your curves in one- and two-piece swimsuits with decorative zippers, panels, ruching, fancy multiple straps, flutter trim and other head-turning details.

Swimsuits with high necklines, mini bustier tops, racer backs and high-waisted bottoms are also soaked with style.

“Barely-there bikinis and onepiece swimsuits with plunging necklines are always fashionable, but today’s swim styles offer varied degrees of coverage and more options than ever with which to express your personal style,” notes Storonianski.

Strategically placed panels on swimwear can lend extra support or may be purely decorative when fashioned from sheer mesh and sporty net materials.

“Eighties-inspired swimsuits with sporty scuba styling are emblazoned with bold zippers, colour blocking and contrasting trim for a modern look with a vintage vibe,” says Storonianski.

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A top-handled, off-white satchel features double straps and pale tan trim for structured appeal.

Red patent strappy sandals, with crossover strap and fancy block heels, are the height of style.

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All hues of blue, teal and turquoise, along with orange, green, pink and basic black are awash with style in solid and patterned swimwear.

When it comes to prints, watercolour, tribal, and pixilated floral patterns are all making waves.

As for choosing a beach cover-up, it may be time to drop the sarong.

“Lightweight, flowing pants, caftans, maxi and tank dresses are among the many stylish cover-ups that double as casual daywear to look great both on and off the beach,” says Storonianski.

Warmer weather means it’s finally time to free your soles in comfortable strappy sandals and espadrilles that wear well with everything from swimwear to dresses.

“Nubuck, patent and leather sandals with one- to three-inch block and wedged heels are super stylish and comfortable,” says Patti Mugford-Pooley, the general manager of Mugford’s.

Colour blocking, snake print and decorative buckles make for fancy feet, and two-tone patterns go heel to toe.

According to Mugford-Pooley, other styles to keep you on your toes include double-band and cross-strap slip-ons, rope-soled espadrilles and lightweight running shoes in neutral and jazzy tones.

Neutral kicks in tan and black along with metallic shades of pewter and gold are all on call.

Pastel, navy and white shoes also step out in style, while red, hot pink, orange and turquoise offer energizing blasts of colour.

If you’re in need of a new handbag, top-handled satchels, cross-body, tote and bucket bags carry the day.

“If you can buy just one bag, I’d recommend investing in a high-quality leather cross-body bag in a neutral colour to look great this summer and for many seasons to come,” recommends Mugford-Pooley. n

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t’s time to spring clean our bodies the way we sweep away wintery buildup from our homes, preparing to wear summer’s more revealing fashions and readying ourselves to enjoy the lovely yet short time that is summer in Southwestern Ontario.

Start at the top and get rid of buildup on your scalp to reveal shiny, soft hair, advises Nina Badr of N U Hair and Make Up Studio. “It’s really the same process as you’d use on your body: exfoliate, cleanse, moisturize.”

Use a boar bristle brush on your dry hair to loosen built-up dry skin on scalp. Starting at hairline, gently brush back and forth one inch at a time, moving vertically and horizontally along your scalp only.

Badr recommends using Schwarzkopf Professional BC Deep Cleansing PreShampoo Peeling as an exfoliator for your scalp.

Use a colour-safe, deep-cleansing shampoo to wash away all the dry skin you’ve loosened. Rinse well and repeat

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once or twice to ensure you’ve achieved a deep clean.

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You can opt to do this process yourself or ask your stylist if this is a treatment that he or she offers.

To present your best face to the world, a facial will sweep away winter’s dryness. Aging skin needs special treatment, and Linda Shaba at Mayfair Salon and Spa recommends having your skin assessed by a professional before undertaking a facial. Anti-aging, hydrating, acne, organic – there is a facial treatment for each concern.

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Next, a protective moisturizing crème with sunscreen is applied. Shaba says that the best anti-aging treatment for skin is consistent use of sunscreen.

My skin is dry and I’m concerned about lines and wrinkles, so Shaba used hydrating and anti-aging products during the facial. The massage portion is definitely one of the high points of having a facial at a salon but DIY is also an option if you follow the steps.

Warmer weather requires wearing clothes that reveal more skin, so many women are concerned about cellulite.

While diet is the best way of ridding oneself of those annoying lumps and bumps, there are ways to minimize or camouflage them while you’re working on eating cleaner.

Breanne Thibert of Artistic Spa recommends a series of three Universal Contour Wraps as a great way to boost self-esteem and get your body beachready. “Many of our clients use the inch-loss they experience through the treatments as a jump-start into a diet.”

Wraps have a bad reputation as just eliminating water from the body instead of real inch loss. This system uses tensor bandages soaked in a mineral-rich solution, not plastic wrap, to achieve inch loss and skin tightening. “Waste removal decreases surface area of cellulite,” explains Thibert.

I wanted to see the results for myself, so Thibert took my measurements, marking the spots for exact post-wrap measurements and comparison. Then she wrapped each of my limbs and torso with the soaked bandages. After an hour, Thibert unwrapped me and took measurements again.

I lost 12.9 inches cumulatively over my body. I was especially pleased with the almost half-inch lost off each of my upper arms and thighs, making them appear smoother and more toned.

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“In our first season we attracted over 1,000 visitors from surrounding communities and London, Toronto and other Ontario cities for day trips, as well as from far afield as British Columbia, the United States, Australia and England,” says Jen Pate, Windmill Lake’s co-owner and operator.

This summer the park will offer a full range of water and outdoor activities including cable wakeboarding, kayaking and canoeing on the location’s 40-acre lake and guided nature walks in its forest. In January 2016, the park will offer snowshoeing, ice skating and pond hockey, cable snowboarding and other winter activities.

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“Dr. Robert Clay was recruited to come to Grand Bend to serve an underserved community. He came to the area when nobody else would,” says Dr. Rondinelli. “We purchased the clinic from him over a year ago. He served the people of Grand Bend when there was nobody else here and we want to keep giving back to the community the same way he did.”

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Dr. Rondinelli is also pleased to offer the services of Michael Levy and the Bluewater Denture Clinic on-site. Levy has been an area denturist for more than 20 years.

“We are the only centre in the area to have both a denturist and a dentist onsite. This allows you to have a tooth out, filling, or anything you need done, but at the same time have a denturist fix your denture. It is a unique and necessary combination,” says Dr. Rondinelli.

Grand Bend Family Dental offers convenient hours including evening and weekend appointments and always has special promotions running.

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