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MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR The Legacy Continues

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t is always hard to say goodbye to the warm weather that comes with summer, but we are definitely looking forward to the beautiful colours that go hand in hand with fall.

The past few months have been very exciting for both myself and the entire Invidiata Team.

The market is always very fast paced in the summer. The sunshine tends to bring prospective buyers out to more and more open houses in the area. We had a great season helping our new and loyal clients find their dream homes just in time to settle down for the fall.

As always, we are looking forward to the next chapter in the Invidiata story. Lower interest rates are keeping the Greater Toronto Area’s market very strong and healthy right now. In July of this year the market saw over 9,000 homes in the GTA sell, which is an eight per cent increase over last year.

We can only hope this momentum carries well into the fall and winter market.

Sincerely,

Christopher Invidiata

Editor Team Leader Sales Representative, Principal Realtor

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Corbetts: 75 Years of Excellence

Oakville’s Very Own Corbetts Celebrates 75 Years Of History, Friends And Family

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The Home Collection

Homes From $200,000 – $2,000,000

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The Prestige Collection

Homes From $2,000,000 – $5,000,000

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Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers

Family Owned And Operated Business Garners Recognition From The Burlington Chamber Of Commerce

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The Waterfront Collection

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ORBETTS 75th Anniversary

Celebrating 75 years of history, family, and community

By Jamie Taylor

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“A big reason why Corbetts has stood the test of time is because it’s rooted in family.”

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n 1941, Bud Corbett, a sports aficionado and dedicated coach in the Oakville community, didn’t start his business by opening the doors to his store, as most of these stories begin; rather, he opened the trunk of his car. Out of the parking lot, Bud Corbett started his 75-year legacy selling sporting goods and wove a name and brand into the Oakville community that we’ve all grown to know and love— Corbetts Sports store.

But with a knack for selling and understanding what athletes want, it wasn’t long before Bud, moved his racket from his Ford to brick and mortar. He opened a one-stop shop for sporting goods, offering everything from hockey and baseball, to football and golf, to hunting and fishing.

With Bud’s passion for sports, the store grew in notoriety and inventory and became Oakville’s go-to sporting goods store. Well into their success, in

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1967 Bud passed the torch into good hands and sold the business to longtime employee, Ken Brown.

It was Ken who had the vision of introducing skiing and winter sports to the fold—a move that would forever cement the store’s legacy in the community and surrounding area, which still holds today, as Corbetts is widely regarded as Southern Ontario’s perennial source for skiing and snowboarding.

“It seems to me that Corbetts has become an institution in the ski and snowboard industry because of their passion for the sports and their strong focus on building relationships. They have done a great job at focusing on relationships with their customers, creating a shopping environment that has friendly, knowledgeable staff and offers a great selection of brands for the ski and snowboard families. Strong partnerships and respect between the suppliers and Corbetts has also proved to be a key to their success. Bottom line Kim, Chris

and the Corbetts gang are a lot of fun to work with. In fact, all three of my kids worked at Corbetts and loved it!” explains Kit Cameron, a sales rep for SunIce which is a brand offered at Corbetts.

The Ski & Snowboard Era

Ken’s decision to specialize in skiing and winter sports really shifted the store’s focus and changed the business for good. Brown’s son-in-law, and Corbetts current owner, Chris Tymstra explains, “It’s what’s started the little empire we have here now. We streamlined the inventory, focused on the skiing and snowboarding market, and it increased business tenfold.”

When Ken decided it was time to retire, Chris took over the store in 1996, along with his wife (Ken’s daughter), Kim. Tymstra stuck to the winning formula of exclusively INVIDIATA THE COLLECTION

selling within the skiing and snowboarding industries, and over the next 20 years, he continued to solidify Corbetts brand into Oakville’s history, by employing hundreds of local employees and selling over 100,000 skis and snowboards.

Corbetts is a Family Affair

A big reason why Corbetts has stood the test of time is because it’s rooted in family. Since its inception back in 1941, Corbetts has always fostered a family-first approach. “Ken was like a son to Bud,” says Tymstra, “and I was a son to Ken. We don’t base the core of the business around metrics and revenue. We base it around family and good people.” In fact, after 20 great years, Chris has witnessed many of his staff fall in love and get married. He’s had the pleasure of seeing a dozen or so relationships FALL 2015

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“Corbetts has become an institution in the ski and snowboard industry because of their passion for the sports” develop into marriages, and at one point Corbetts had three generations working for them.

With so many strong relationships, finding new staff, whether it’s permanent or seasonal, has never been a challenge for Corbetts. And there’s never a shortage of young people— the lifeblood of the industry—past employees are always ushering their offspring into the fold.

Corbetts is also reputed for their work hard/play hard mentality— they not only focus on the business, but they create a family atmosphere where they include everyone who’s a part of the team in their success and legendary events they hold year round. They’re the rare type of company that inspires people to walk the extra mile for them.

The Future

As the online world continues to bring in a new era of how people shop and engage with local businesses, Corbetts has made it a point to stay ahead of the curve and are very in tune with leveraging technology to engage their customers. They’ve built a solid online presence and reputation, using warehouse management software, e-commerce tools, social media marketing, and a fully-responsive mobile website.

On top of this, Corbetts was the first shop in Ontario, and is still one of the few to use the Speed-tronic FALL 2015

binding certification program—a benchmarking system that ensures all the skis they work on are tracked online and are routed through a certification process that assures they have been properly installed and set up.

Continuing the Legacy

Tymstra has no plans of slowing down and plans on keeping the Oakville landmark in the community for years to come. “I envision Corbetts being around for another 75 years,” says Tymstra. “We’ve got the right technology and marketing strategies in place to stay relevant with the younger generation, and I’m looking forward to passing on the business to my children when the time comes.”

If that doesn’t make you smile, this surely will. Recognizing the community’s involvement in their continued success, Corbetts has been a part of a program that’s focused on giving back. For the last three seasons, the store has donated a portion of its sales—$100,000 in total—to the Oakville Hospital Foundation, and plan on delivering again in 2016.

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FROM $987,000 2278 MILLSTONE DRIVE Westmount | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

982 LaSalle Park Road Aldershot | Burlington *Christopher Invidiata &*David Bakowsky

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1066 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Maggie Newlove

$1,399,000

105 LIVNO COMMON $1,598,000 Bronte | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & *Mariola Broder

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485 BERKLEY COURT River Oaks | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Kelly Rowe & *Shae Invidiata

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520 TRILLIUM DRIVE $1,768,000 West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat

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real estate MINUTE

By Christopher Invidiata

CONSUMER CONFIDENCE CONTINUES TO GROW AND STRENGTHEN WITHIN THE GTA

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anada has seen one of its best summer seasons in the real estate market this year. In July alone, the GTA saw over 9,000 homes sell, which is an eight per cent increase from the same month in 2014. Condo sales in particular soared to the top of the charts seeing an overall increase in sales of over 14 per cent.

The number of sales isn’t the only statistic going up in 2015. The average sale of a home in the GTA for the month of July was $609,236, which is the highest average on record.

This is a 10 per cent increase from 2014.

This gives fuel to my prediction that Oakville homes will hit the million-dollar average by year’s end.

The main factor contributing to this overall increase is consumer confidence. The Ontario Real Estate Association recently conducted a study and found that 66 per cent of GTA residents describe their current residential real estate market as “favourable.” Cities in the 905 area code, including Burlington, Oakville and Mississauga, were the most

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satisfied with their city’s current market according to the research.

The GTA isn’t the only city in Canada experiencing major successes in the market; Vancouver is also having an excellent year so far. Sales for July are up 30 per cent from 2014, and the average price of a detached home within the city is at $1,141,800, which is 13 per cent higher than last year.

I PREDICT WE WILL SEE CONTINUED, STEADY GROWTH IN THE MARKET FOR THE REMAINDER OF 2015 AND WELL INTO 2016.

Another contributing factor to the increase we’ve seen in these numbers is the recent plunge in the Chinese stock market. China saw its market drop eight per cent on August 24th, which has lead to serious insecurity in Chinese investors. They have now turned to real estate which still remains a safe investment for them, especially with the Canadian dollar being depreciated at the moment.

in consumer confidence, I predict we will see continued, steady growth in the market for the remainder of 2015 and well into 2016. In fact, the same research done by the Ontario Real Estate Association found that 46 per cent of GTA residents predict next year will be an even stronger year for the real estate market.

With interest rates world wide remaining historically low, and this positive leap

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DAN LAWRIE INSURANCE: FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED FOR OVER 30 YEARS Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers Is Recognized By The Burlington Chamber Of Commerce.

Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers was established in 1982 as an independent insurance operation with just five employees. Today, the company now ranks in the top five per cent of insurance brokerages in Canada with 95 highly-trained employees able to tackle any insurance need.

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hen signing up for home insurance, you should always determine the exact value of your home. This will help your provider determine accurate premium costs and policy coverage amounts and eliminate the possibility for surprises.

“One of the things that sets us apart from other companies is that we’re a multi-discipline brokerage that covers all areas of insurance. We offer all

This year, the company is celebrating

lines of personal and commercial insurance in addition to employee benefit

is 33rd anniversary, and what better

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way to do so than being recognized

your needs puts our clients minds at ease,” explains Bob Lawrie, President at

by the Burlington Chamber of

Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers and son to the owner, founder and CEO himself,

Commerce. The organization has

Dan Lawrie.

named Dan Lawrie this year’s

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Bob (left) has been working with his father Dan (right) for the past 27 years and recently Bob’s children have begun working with the company as well.

Distinguished Entrepreneur Award winner for all his business successes over the

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past 33 years.

Dan was notified of the award back in February and was both shocked and delighted by the news. He told the Chamber, “I was completely overwhelmed.

I am extremely honoured to have our company recognized with this award. It is a reflection of everyone at our organization.”

Dan has built an entire business from the ground up. The company is family owned

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y choosing one agent to handle all your insurance needs you ensure that you receive unbiased advice, more insurance options and a personal advocate for your specific needs.

and operated and remains fiercely independent with no financial ties to any of the insurance companies or banks they partner with which means they can truly be an

Another reason that the Chamber

independent and unbiased voice for their clients.

felt that Dan was the most deserving

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33rd Anniversary, And What Better Way To Do So Than Being Recognized By The Burlington Chamber Of Commerce.

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of this prestigious award was because of the company’s involvement in the community.

“All of us at Dan Lawrie are intimately involved in our communities. We have employees from all over Southern Ontario, including Niagara, Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga and more. And we all actively give back to

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ne way to ensure your house is secure while you are away is to make it look like someone is still at home.

Park your car in your garage before you leave, ask a neighbour to collect your mail and notify your insurance company of your absence.

so far. Awards and recognition are great, but our people and the way they interact with clients and the community is what makes me the most proud,” Bob says.

The insurance world, like many industries, is constantly changing, and companies need to grow and adapt to keep up with the ever-changing landscape. For Bob and Dan Lawrie, their biggest hurdle is staying on top of the digital advancements.

“Technology is a big area that is consistently on our radar. We live in a digital world and things happen quickly. We do whatever we can to stay on top of the most current technologies to ensure we can complete transactions and client requests in a very immediate way,” Bob explains.

our respective communities in some form and we are extremely proud of

One of their most recent digital initiatives is a project called InsuranceTrader.ca.

that,” explains Bob.

This is an online service that provides clients with immediate insurance quotes from over 15 insurance companies in the marketplace, saving prospective clients time

Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers has ties to the United Way, the MS Society of Hamilton, Burlington Community Foundation, Good Shepherd, City Kidz and many more organizations.

Dan himself is a major supporter of the local arts. Through the company’s partnership with the Burlington Community Foundation, Dan developed the Dan Lawrie Family Foundation.

This is a fund created to educate and

and energy calling on their own to find the best rate.

“Awards And Recognition Are Great,

But Our People

And The Way They Interact With Clients And The Community Is What Makes Me The Most Proud.”

increase the public’s accessibility to

“We’re always looking for ways to differentiate ourselves from other brokers

the visual arts in the Hamilton and

out there, but I think what it comes down to is our integrity and the deep,

Burlington areas.

meaningful and long-term relationships we build with each of our clients. We offer a no-surprises approach. Each client knows exactly what they’re covered

Bob studied at Mohawk College before

for and what they aren’t. And beyond that, we’re available for help. You know that

working alongside his father. Today,

you can call up your broker at any time and get unbiased advice,” says Bob.

Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers supports this institution through bursaries and

Bob has been working with his father Dan for the past 27 years and recently

scholarships for students and a sizable

Bob’s children, Brett and Brooke, have begun working with the company as well.

donation that went towards building the

Three generations of Lawries are now working together under the same roof.

Dan Lawrie Insurance Centre.

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route to the USA from Central America are vulnerable to sexual exploitation.3 In North America, boys are sold both online

By: Ashvin Sharma

and offline with the average buyer being a white, upper-class, professional male. The

HUMAN TRAFFICKING. When we hear the words, we immediately think of a female victim. Male victims tend to be forgotten. Resulting from societal stereotypes, we believe males to be the physically stronger sex, more able to fight off attackers or escape exploitation, but this isn’t always so.

same study conducted by the John Jay College of Criminal Justice also indicated that 40% of sexually exploited boys admitted to having served women buyers.4 The quest to assist male victims is an ongoing challenge as they are often reluctant to come forward because of shame and

The United Nations Office on Drugs and

victims were recruited from their country with

embarrassment. They face similar issues

Crimes (“UNODC”) 2014 Global Report in

promises of jobs and then forced to work

that are prevalent in combating all human

Trafficking Persons covering 128 countries

long hours at construction jobs in Ontario.

trafficking cases such as the lack of awareness

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and the requirement for more research and

based on statistics collected in 2011 revealed that 30% of trafficked victims were male – 18%

Although the UNDOC reports that only 8%

data collection. However, there are also

men, 12% boys.

of male trafficking victims are used for

challenges that are unique to male victims

sexual exploitation, the tragedy here is that

such as the non-identification by enforcement

a significant number of them are underage.

agencies and the availability of adequate

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Age, location or socio-economic status are

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aftercare services such as housing, mental

not delineated when identifying who may fall prey to trafficking, however the majority

A 2008 study conducted by New York’s

and medical services, job and education

of male and female victims tend to share

John Jay College of Criminal Justice revealed

placement. A 2013 study conducted by ECPAT

similar backgrounds: broken homes, with a

that approximately 50% of sexually exploited

USA found that only 4 of 25 shelters were

history of neglect and abuse. Globally, men

children within the USA are boys4 because of

that are trafficked tend to be from poorer

the high demand for male child pornographic

backgrounds and looking for an opportunity

images.2 In 2001, “Operation Blue Orchid”

to earn a living. Women, sadly, are often

run by U.S. Customs busted a criminal

lured through deceit.

network spanning from Russia to the USA

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that specialized in filming and distributing The UNODC reports that between 2010 and

footage of boys being raped.5

2012, 83% of males were trafficked into forced

As We Continue The War Against Human Trafficking, It Is Important To Ensure That No Victim Is Forgotten, Regardless Of Gender. available to boys who had been sexually exploited. As a result, many boys return back

labour situations. Unfortunately, statistics for

In Pakistan, India and Afghanistan, trafficked

this type of trafficking are deceptive because

boys are forced into the cultural practice of

many countries have only recently begun to

“bachabazi” or “launda” dancing, where they

We need to raise awareness on how to

classify this as trafficking.

dress as females and dance for older men,

identify male victims of trafficking and call

often being forced into prostitution after.

attention to the need for reintegration

In January 2011, Canadian authorities

The 2013 U.S. Department of State Report

services for them. As we continue the war

secured a conviction against the leader of a

indicates that Afghanistan and Sri Lankan

against human trafficking, it is important

criminal organization for labour exploitation

boys are more likely than girls to be victims

to ensure that no victim is forgotten,

of 23 victims, most of whom were male. The

of prostitution, while male migrants en

regardless of gender.

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UNODC, Global Report on Trafficking Persons 2014 (United Nations publication, Sales No. E.14.V.10) Michael T. Tien, Human Trafficking: The Missing Male Victim, 18 Pub. Interest L. Rptr. 207 (2013) U.S. Department of State, Male Trafficking Victims http://www.state.gov/j/tip/rls/fs/2013/211624.htm Yu Sun Chin, Trafficked Boys Overlooked, Juvenile Justice Information Exchange http://jjie.org/trafficked-boys-overlooked-underrepresented/ Samuel Vincent Jones, The Invisible Man: The Conscious Neglect of Men and Boys in the War on Human Trafficking Utah Law Review, No. 4, 1143 (2010)

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PARAND Design Kitchens Specializing in all aspects of kitchen, bath, cabinetry and design, PARAND Design Kitchens is your one-stop shop to build your dream home the way you want it. We are dedicated to offering you quality products and the highest level of customer service. Expand your imagination by visiting PARAND Design Kitchens’ showroom in Oakville.

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Hansen & Lübbers Hansen & Lübbers was founded 17 years ago by Craig Hansen and Richard Lübbers in downtown Oakville. The brand has become a household name in the community known for their skill in interior design. Specializing in colour consultations, custom drapery, custom furniture and many other specialty services, this is a one-stop shop for creating your dream home. In 2001 Hansen & Lübbers was appointed to become the Elite Stockist for Farrow & Ball Paint and Paper. They are now the “go to people” for this exquisite brand’s paint and wallpaper line. Call or visit Hansen & Lübbers today to book your at-home colour consultation with one of their design experts.

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la strada Since 1993, la strada has offered the highest quality espresso machines paired with high-quality, low-acid coffee beans and unparalleled manufacturer authorized service. With locations in Toronto and Oakville, la strada carries premier espresso machine brands from around the world, including Saeco, Jura, Gaggia, DeLonghi and FrancisFrancis. Both la strada specialty sales centres have an in-house, authorized espresso machine repair service. La strada is the exclusive Canadian importer of Chicco D'Oro, the finest quality coffee beans from Switzerland. Stop by either la strada location to explore their pre-selected range of first class machines, accessories and savoury coffee beans.

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Ten Thousand Villages We believe in a global economy that is sustainable and fair for everyone. This means providing well made, quality products for our customers and a fair living income for our artisans. When you purchase a rug at Ten Thousand Villages, you not only acquire a beautiful piece of functional art, you also support lives, culture and education in Pakistan.

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FASHION

Downtown Oakville: Discover Luxury

Burrows Clothiers Burrows Clothiers is Oakville’s chief curator of distinctive men’s fashion. The brand has a unique vision for exceptional personal style that evolves as you evolve. These fashion-forward, classic and urban chic pieces work for you now and will continue to work ten years from now. Burrows carefully selects each designer piece showcased inside the store to ensure they are unique and make a strong personal statement.

Their driving passion is ensuring each client develops a personal fashion expression that takes them from casual living to business and to the most elegant of formal occasions effortlessly.

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Seasons Restaurant In Oakville R E S T A U R A N T

Seasons Restaurant is located in the heart of downtown Oakville. In the 1950s it became the Town Clerks Office and local Police Station. The original cells are still located in its private dining cellar which seats up to 20 for functions.

R E S T A U R A N T

After 18 years of operation, Seasons has created its own history as one of Oakville’s finest dining establishments. Seasons features an elegant yet warm atmosphere and a constantly changing menu of creative contemporary Canadian delight.

Owners George and Tammy have established a focal point on Oakville’s prestigious “restaurant row” along with their other restaurants, including Corks, Maluca and Brü.

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Paradiso was established in 1993 in the heart

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ing classes. Each of these classes are inspired

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han Shrestha was born into the world of carpets and wool. Raised in Kathmandu, Nepal, the founder of Amala Carpets has been passionate about designs, fabrics and art from a young age. Shan represents the sixth generation of wool producers and handmade

carpet manufacturers in her Nepali family. In 2011, she opened the very first Amala Carpets showroom in Toronto, and just recently the city has welcomed a new, much larger, rug gallery located at 990 Roselawn Ave. “At our new location, people are able to appreciate our latest rug collections and learn more about how our rugs are made. Highlights include being able to see the raw cocoons our silk is extracted from, seeing the latest IIDEX Canada Innovation Award winning rugs, and learning from our carpet experts about colour coordination, weaving techniques and high-end raw materials,” said Amala Carpets’ Hernando Burgos Garcia.

With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Amala Carpets maintains an intimate connection with the artisans who create the custom-made pieces, providing self-sustaining employment to over 10,000 people.

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“Weavers and their families have access to quality medical and dental healthcare, pure filtered drinking water and housing. Educational opportunities are available for children and young adults.”

In addition to only using eco-friendly dyes such as indigo, tea and saffron, the company avoids the use of toxic materials or

in the Nepalese sunshine. Water is constantly circulated for

any machinery in production of their handmade rugs.

reuse and leftover yarn is recaptured,” explains Hernando.

“Highly efficient, emissions-free steam boilers are used in the

In the few years that the manufacturer has been operating, it

process of washing our fine wools. Carpets are dried naturally

has gained itself a great deal of recognition from the design and architecture communities both nationally and internation-

Clients appreciate and value the

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ally for its innovative and one-of-a-kind designs.

“Amala Carpets has earned three Innovation Awards from IIDEX Canada for its Zee Silk creations ‘Nabi’, ‘Log Cabin 3D’, and ‘Aria’”. It also received the highest recognition from Azure Magazine, in which it was awarded the AZ Award of Design Excellence for best interior product of 2013 (for the “Aria” carpet once again), as well as the People’s Choice Award for favourite interior product of the year,” said Hernando.

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“Weavers & their families have access to

QUALITY MEDICAL

&pure filtered

DENTAL HEALTHCARE,

drinking water and housing.”

“Most of our rugs are

EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS.”

“Due to the high-quality raw materials we use, in particular Zee Silk, of which we are the only producers in the global market, most of our rugs are exclusive designs, and only a very small number of carpets of each design are made every year. This means that when people buy a high-end rug at Amala Carpets, they are likely not to see that rug again anywhere else,” explained Hernando.

Everyone from designers, decorators, residential and

Amala Carpets continues to create new innovative designs.

commercial clients appreciate and value the high quality

Keep your eye out for their latest collection of exclusive

and uniqueness found in our rugs, along with knowing

tie-dyed Zee Silk flat-weaves along with the new two-sided

they are supporting the livelihoods of talented artisans

rug featuring different textures on each side.

whose lives are both respected and improved by Amala’s manufacturing practices.

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3262 LAKELAND CRESCENT Roseland | Burlington *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & **Maggie Newlove

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Travel your

WAY with NovaJet

By Erica Nelson

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“When you step into one of our jets, you feel like you’re stepping into your own private oasis that has been tailored to your very needs” explains Philip Babbitt, President and CEO of NovaJet. NovaJet, Canada’s preferred executive jet charter company understands that vacation time is precious and rarely lasts as long as we would like it to. This is why NovaJet’s goal is to make the process of getting to your destination just as enjoyable as the destination itself. This is a company that believes that the best flights are easy, seamless and an experience to look forward to.

Imagine your ideal holiday or vacation. Perhaps your perfect trip away from home may be peaceful, quiet and relaxing on a sandy beach as the waves roll in.

Maybe you prefer adventuring at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and breathing in the cool, fresh mountain air.

Whichever you look forward to, they both begin and end with a flight. When you’ve taken the time to pick and personalize your perfect trip, why not do the same with your flight?

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“When you step into one of our jets, you feel like you’re stepping into your own private oasis that has been tailored to your very needs.”

NovaJet was launched in 2006 with one light jet making up its entire fleet.

Today, it has become one of the most successful private jet charter organizations in the country providing convenient, reliable and customized travel to each client.

“We’ve built our company around a substantial amount of experience in the corporate aviation industry and a strong passion for an exclusive client experience. Our success comes from building and developing a loyal charter clientele that appreciates the level of service that we consistently provide,” says Philip.

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“Our ultimate goal is to create a personalized,

ONE-OF-A-KIND EXPERIENCE for everyone that flies with us.”

NovaJet’s fleet is now comprised

One of the many unique aircraft in the NovaJet fleet is the Piaggio P.180

of 11 aircraft ranging in both size and

Avanti. This aircraft combines the elegance of Italian design with the innovation

capability. The diversified fleet of

of top-of-the-line aviation technology into a stunning and powerful charter aircraft.

corporate jets ensures that the company

Unlike other turbo prop aircraft, the Piaggio Avanti can cruise at a similar speed

can accommodate any travel require-

of a light jet while also providing a spacious cabin comparable to a midsize

ments a client may have. NovaJet

private jet. It’s affectionately known by those in the industry as the “Ferrari

can fly with groups as few as one

of the sky”.

passenger to as many as 50 or more.

This organization has become a

Beyond the state-of-the-art aircraft, what makes the experience of flying with

one-stop shop for any personal

NovaJet truly special is the customer experience on each and every flight.

or corporate flight needs.

“When we’re introduced to a new client, we take the time to find out as much

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NovaJet

believes in one thing above all others, AND THAT IS THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE. THEY WANT CLIENTS TO WALK AWAY AMAZED WITH THE EXPERIENCE as we can about them. Our ultimate goal is to create a personalized, one-of-a-kind experience for everyone

THAT THEY HAVE BEEN PROVIDED.

that flies with us,” explains Philip.

To begin, NovaJet will want to know a client’s “pressure points.” In other words, what is the biggest nuisance for them when flying commercially and

“It is all about

what their priorities are to create the most relaxing travel experience possible.

anticipating a client’s needs before

Each of these is crucial in order to provide the most relaxing experience

they ask. We had a family flying with

possible. NovaJet believes in one thing above all others, and that is the

us earlier this year over the Easter long

customer experience. They want clients to walk away amazed with the

weekend. They had young children

experience that they have been provided.

with them so we planned and executed

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Private travel affords clients the

FREEDOM

and ability of building their own schedule. an entire Easter egg hunt during the

locations in the Caribbean and other

flight. It was great. The kids loved it,

tropical destinations are inaccessible

which made the parents very happy,”

or too cumbersome to get to for

Philip remarks.

commercial airlines. NovaJet is not limited by the same restrictions,

For many clients who choose to travel

which allows clients to experience

with NovaJet, their biggest concern is

some truly breathtaking locations

seamless convenience. Private travel

that many will never see.

Freedom,

adventure and convenience WILL BE THE ONLY WORDS USED TO DESCRIBE YOUR NEXT VACATION.

affords clients the freedom and ability of building their own schedule.

One of the common misconceptions surrounding private jet travel is that it is expensive luxury that many feel is out of reach; in fact, it can be an efficient

“The time you save avoiding a busy

business tool and a convenient way to travel that is much more affordable than

airport terminal and using the flexibility

people think.

to create a schedule that works for you is just tremendous. That in itself is worth

“For example, if you had a group of three to four people travelling from Toronto to

the cost,” says Philip. “This type of effi-

New York, you could charter one of our light jets for around $6,800,” explains Philip.

ciency is particularly useful for corporate

“When you compare that to the cost of last minute business class airline tickets, the

travel purposes. A business executive in

associated terminal travel time and the airport lines, flying privately makes a lot more

Toronto can attend a morning meeting

sense. It gives you the flexibility to come and go on your own schedule and virtually

in Manhattan and be back in their own

eliminate idle wait times entirely.”

office before noon on the same day and that is a very powerful tool to have at

Whether you want to escape to the Bahamas for some quality time on the beach

your disposal.”

or jet off to Aspen to ski the Alps on a long weekend, NovaJet lets you create your own adventure. Each experience is unique to each client allowing you to travel on

The freedom of flying privately does not

your own terms. Freedom, adventure and convenience will be the only words used

end with the flexibility of creating your

to describe your next vacation or flight with NovaJet.

own schedule; it opens up your options in destinations as well. A lot of beautiful

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