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editor’s note

A Year To Give Back

I sincerely hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season with friends and family, and that this New Year brings new and exciting opportunities for all.

Canada has always been the envy of countries world wide due to our cultural advancements and our conservative nature. When the Real Estate market suffered a severe crash back in 2009 in the United States, many countries in the world were harshly affected. Canada was one nation that came out of that calamity virtually unscathed. It is our fundamental values and methodologies that keep us standing when others fall. As a Realtor, these types of situations make you understand why Christopher Invidiata

Team Leader Sales Representative, Principal Realtor

people want to be here and build their lives here.

Since 2009, the high-end Real Estate market in Canada (homes over $2 million) have seen their prices decrease. 2014 was the first year since the crisis that we saw some stabilization in the high-end market. We believe that the bottom is forming in this market and we may even see some increase in values in 2015.

By contrast, the under $1 million market saw values increase between 8% and 12% in 2014 and we see this continuing. With significantly lower oil prices, we may even see a major increase in both the pricing of homes, and the volume of homes sold in 2015.

We are looking forward to another prosperous and exciting year here at The Invidiata Team. We are eager to continue building strong relationships with our clients, marketing partners and friends.

We welcome you to indulge in the Invidiata experience.

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Through The Looking Glass

Eyewear Trends For 2015

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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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Downtown Oakville's Culinary Scene Offers Flavours From Across The Globe

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Isn't It Grand

Turning A Childhood Dream Into Reality

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The Waterfront Collection

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Information is subject to errors and omissions. E. & O.E. Not intended to solicit properties currently for sale.

real estate minute WHAT TO LOOK AT IN 2015

By Christopher Invidiata

IMMIGRATION

This is going to be a very interesting and exciting year in Canadian Real Estate. With new immigration policies and lower interest rates globally, we’re seeing some major changes.

This year on January 1st, the Canadian government introduced a new system that will fast track the process for permanent residency. The goal is to bring in young, highly skilled immigrants that will help fill the gaps in our country’s labour needs.

The first-come, first-served basis we were previously operating on will no longer be in effect. The government will essentially serve as a headhunter for highly skilled immigrants and Canadian employers.

The issue that this new system is going to present is that financial security is no longer going to be a factor when it comes to the decision making process. Wealthy people are not going to be let in or even considered for permanent residency if someone else has skills that better match our immediate needs. The emphasis has moved towards skills that could fit into our society and culture well, but not necessarily skills and attributes that could change our society for the better. By shying away from wealthier immigrants, the Canadian government is missing out on a big network of individuals that could bring more skills and more value than they are getting credit for based on this new system.

From a Real Estate standpoint, individuals from this particular network will bring employment opportunities with them; they will invest in businesses and buy properties and we will ultimately benefit from the long-term effects.

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their program that will allow immigrants with a higher net worth the same opportunities for permanent residency as the highly skilled individuals.

Currently, we are seeing a global interest rate that is barely above 1%. Canada is trying to hold onto a very positive market by not lowering its interest rates, but with currencies dropping around the world, the nation does not have much of a choice.

With the fear of inflation growing, CANADA will be forced to lower interest rates within reasonable guidelines. What this will translate to in the Oakville market particularly is consumer confidence and long-term borrowing. We will see more and more people locking in their mortgages at a fixed seven-year rate to ease the anxieties and concerns over future interest rate increases.

INTEREST RATES These lower interest rates will increase the market dramatically for homes under $1,000,000. I am predicting an increase of about 8-12% for homes in this market. For homes over $2,000,000, we will see the market and prices level themselves out this year. The market for homes over $10,000,000 will always be a difficult area to predict. I expect that, much like previous years, the sale homes in this bracket will be entirely circumstantial and dependent on the properties themselves, the location and the features.

To summarize, 2015 is going to be a good year to invest in Real Estate.

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CANADA PASSES

LEGISLATION TO PROTECT EXPLOITED PERSONS

By Carly Romano, [free-them] writer

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fter the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that Canada’s prostitution laws were unconstitutional in December 2013, Canada’s Parliament was given 1 year to adopt a new model of legislation. After long and involved research, including consulting survivors, those currently in prostitution, various organizations, legal professionals, Justices and the public, the government proposed Bill C-36 –The Protection of Communities and Exploited Persons Act. The Act largely mimics the Nordic Model, originating in Sweden, by criminalizing sex buyers and those exploiting sex sellers, while protecting the rights of those selling sex. It also ensures that the penalties for buying sex from a minor or exploiting a minor are equivalent to those of child sexual abuse. This is a huge step forward for Canada in recognizing that “teen prostitute” is a derogatory term for a child victim of sexual abuse. As the majority of prostitutes in Canada enter prostitution at the age of 14, this Act takes a huge step forward in protecting Canada’s youth. Abolitionist groups across Canada were very pleased that legislative steps were being taken to prevent sex trafficking.

Surprisingly, Bill C-36 received strong opposition from the Liberal opposition parties who advocate decriminalization

Left: Senate of Canada, Parliament Hill, Ottawa. Right: The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada introduced Bill C-36 – The Protection of Communities and Exploited Persons Act in June 2014.

in line with the New Zealand model by recognizing prostitution as a sex industry and legalizing all activities associated with it. A media battle was waged with experiential voices on both sides of the divide speaking for and against the Bill.

For a while, it seemed as though the Bill was quickly losing support, but eventually the Conservative majority government won and it was with a sigh of relief for abolitionist organizations that the Bill became law on December 6, 2014.

Although [free-them] and other antihuman trafficking organizations are savouring this legislative victory, the battle is far from over. People still oppose the new law and some media outlets have publicly refused to comply with the section of the Act preventing sexual services from being advertised. Even politicians are still attempting to circumvent the legislative process and push the Act into

Abolitionist groups across Canada were very pleased that legislative steps were being taken to prevent sex trafficking.

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obsolescence. It has become clear that enforcement of the Act is the next hurdle that will likely be the most difficult one yet.

Law enforcement have traditionally arrested all parties involved in prostitution.

The sex sellers ended up in jail for a night and the sex buyers received a slap on the wrist and instruction to go to John school. It will take a tangible shift in police philosophy and methods to ensure that sex sellers are protected while sex buyers are arrested and prosecuted. This shift can only happen if political parties, governments, Justices and organizations accept the passing of the law and stop circumventing the legislative process. [free-them] will work with police departments interested in leading the charge with the new Act, but we encourage all other abolitionist organizations to support the law and encourage its enforcement so that it has a real chance of success.

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In A World Where New

client walks away with a pair of glasses that is not only trendy, but worthy of the long-term commitment.

both design and technology. This is how Squint Eyewear remains at the forefront of eyewear in the Greater Toronto Area.

“Purchasing eyewear is not like purchasing a new sweater. People purchase glasses on average every one to two years; it’s a much longer commitment,” explains Amin Mamdani, founder of luxury eyewear brand Squint Eyewear.

Squint Eyewear is constantly and consistently curating an impressive collection of high-end eyewear from all around the world. Hundreds of frames from international designers are housed inside the glass display cases at Squint Eyewear. What makes the brand particularly unique is that only one pair of each frame is initially purchased. Their goal is not to sell thousands of frames, but to ensure that clients find one frame that is comfortable, stylish and the proper fit.

Squint Eyewear carries what Mamdani refers to as artisanal eyewear. He explains that, “the brands that we carry are designed and/or produced by opticians or designers that are soley in the eyewear business.” By curating from only these artisanal brands, Squint Eyewear ensures they offer the most innovative and trendy products available.

Mamdani started his company 11 years ago in Oakville, ON. Shortly after, he was joined by his current partner, and lifelong friend, Adriano Giansante. Their goal is to provide each Squint Eyewear client with a memorable and luxurious experience. They want to ensure each

Mamdani, with the help of Giansante, travels to Europe and New York twice a year to attend eyewear trade shows to achieve a global perspective in eyewear. Designers from Spain, Italy, France, Japan and a great deal more attend these shows to showcase their innovations in

Fashion Trends Are Developed Almost Daily, Trying To Keep Up Can Be A Difficult Task, Especially When It Comes To Eyewear.

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“Purchasing Eyewear Is Not Like Purchasing A New Sweater. People Purchase Glasses On Average Every One To Two Years; It’s A Much Longer Commitment.”

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One Of The Biggest Trends In Women’s Eyewear In The Last Few Years Was The Cat-Eye Design.

What We Will See In The Coming Years Is An Adaptation Of This Look That Mamdani Refers To As A Modified Upsweep.

These designs are what mass eyewear manufacturers emulate their designs after in following years.

The team at Squint Eyewear is seeing a major shift in eyewear trends for 2015. For the past few years, thicker, heavier and bolder frames have been very prominent in the world of eyewear.

This year, Mamdani and Giansante believe that this trend will fade into memory. Plastic designs today are becoming much lighter weight, and the eyewear industry is seeing a great deal more simplistic metal designs.

This deviation away from thick frames has opened doors to new innovations in the materials used to craft frames.

Mykita, a German designer eyewear

Deviation Away From Thick Frames Has Opened Doors To New Innovations In The Materials Used To Craft Frames.

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brand, has introduced a new collection called Mylon that falls very much in line with the new slim frame trend.

The Mylon frames are crafted using polyamide crystal in a 3D printer allowing for an extremely lightweight yet durable finish.

Squint Eyewear also offers frames from Mykita that are manufactured out of surgical steel. These pieces from the Mylon collection are made without the use of screws or solder points allowing for the utmost flexibility in eyewear, while maintaining the same simplicity in design.

One of the biggest trends in women’s eyewear in the last few years was the cat-eye design. What we will see in the coming years is an adaptation of this look that Mamdani refers to as a modified upsweep. This new trend is not as extreme as the cat-eye shapes that have been seen in the past few years, but a much softer lift in the outer corners of the frame that is very complimentary to a woman’s features. Squint Eyewear delivers this trend through a Parisian eyewear designer called Face à Face.

A number of the high-end eyewear designers are experimenting with twotone eyewear this season.

“We are seeing a great deal more split colours in glasses today. For example, the acetate of the frame on the top could be a much darker shade, and as you get to the bottom it gradually fades into a lighter shade,” explains Mamdani. Volte Face from France released a piece called Calista that beautifully illustrates this two-tone trend. The majority of the frame is a handcrafted acetate in a pastel blue colour, with a pop of bright, contrasting orange infused with glitter around the very top of the lens.

The combination of tones is not limited to just colours in eyewear; this year will introduce a great deal of frames that are made with an amalgamation of both plastic and metal. Most commonly, the face of the frame will be made of an acetate composition while the arms will be made of metal. This trend will “re-introduce us to frames that are enameled and detailed much like we saw in the ‘80s,” Mamdani explains.

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will show us much rounder shapes, particularly in men’s eyewear. For a long time men’s glasses were a very rectangular shape with the vertical measurements much shorter than the horizontal. Currently, we are seeing these frames become more square and much softer in shape.

Few names truly define the word "luxury", and one of the leaders amongst them is Cartier. As one of few authorized dealers of this world-renown Parisian brand, Squint Eyewear understands what true "luxury" means. Cartier, like other designers, is experimenting with the mixing of materials. For this high-end name it means solid gold frame arms with panther decals near the rimless glass lenses. For Cartier it means all natural buffalo horn crafted into a smooth, sleek frame. Mamdani and Giansante do not refer to these frames as glasses, but as jewel pieces. Each of these jewel pieces is hand crafted inside the Cartier factory in France.

Small, intricate details like the panthers found on the arms of the Cartier designs are also becoming a major trend this

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year. One collection in particular that is currently dominating the eyewear industry through its use of handcrafted, intricate details comes from a designer brand called Chrome Hearts. What makes the collection unique are the ornate details that can be found on the frames of each piece. Some frames have exotic wood built into the frame, while others can be found with features crafted of fine leathers. The arms are decorated with precious stones and sterling silver decals. Each product is manufactured in very small quantities with meticulous attention to detail and distributed out of the company’s factory in Hollywood, California.

Eyewear is seeing a major influx of colour this season as well. Brighter hues and bolder pigmentation is coming into play in a great deal of designs. One of the biggest trends has been an aquatic theme; blue, navy and azure tones are a major design movement in the eyewear industry as a whole. Classic frames are receiving a fresh overhaul with the use of these shades and are becoming a favoured replacement to standard black frames.

Purchasing A Pair Of Glasses Today Can Be A Daunting Task. With The Vast Number Of Choices In Eyewear And New Trends Developing Frequently, One Can Become Overwhelmed.

Belgian designer Theo is known for its audacious use of colour, and its recent collection Shuffle is no exception. Each frame from this new collection is offered in both the electric blue shade or the navy blue matte finish.

Purchasing a pair of glasses today can be a daunting task. With the vast number of choices in eyewear and new trends developing frequently, one can become overwhelmed. The team at Squint Eyewear has a combined 50 years of experience behind them in the study of optics and eyewear. This team of specialists does not only understand eyewear products and the trends in this

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From left to right Ed Liskauskas, Michelina D'Elia and Adriano Giansante.

Knowledge And Understanding Has Not Only Gained Them A Strong Reputation In The Greater Toronto Area, But Around The World. industry, but also which of these trends is right for each individual's facial features and which frames enhance and compliment everyone’s unique countenance.

This knowledge and understanding has not only gained them a strong reputation in the Greater Toronto Area, but around the world.

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not purchase her glasses anywhere else, and it has been like that for about five years,” Giansante explains.

Squint Eyewear has been providing clients with the most innovative eyewear pieces available for 11 years in Oakville, and now has a new location in Toronto that opened a year and a half ago. The Toronto location has already won awards for interior design and been named the best new eyewear location by the North Toronto Post. Squint Eyewear offers both the highest quality designs and trendiest eyewear pieces available today. Mamdani, Giansante and their team are proud

of the strong business they have built and know that this is only the beginning for Squint Eyewear.

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INTERNATIONAL DINING IN DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE

By Brittany Goettler Edited By Erica Nelson

Whether you want to reminisce about a favourite vacation, are looking to set the mood for an upcoming trip or just need to ‘get away’ without leaving home, Downtown Oakville’s culinary scene offers flavours from across the globe. With authentic cuisine from Italy, France, Latin America, Thailand and many more, these locales will transport you to luxurious

WITH 31 RESTAURANTS AND CAFÉS RANGING FROM CASUAL TO THE ULTIMATE IN FINE DINING, YOU WILL FIND EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR IN DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE.

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destinations without hopping on a plane. With 31 restaurants and cafés ranging from casual to the ultimate in fine dining, you will find exactly what you are looking for in Downtown Oakville.

For those looking for a casual dining experience without sacrificing great food, Bru Restaurant is an excellent choice.

This incredible gastro-pub offers Oakville’s widest selection of local craft beers. With featured seasonal delights and expert staff members to help you find the perfect ‘Bru’ pairing, this is the ideal spot at the end of a long week.

If fine dining is what you’re in the mood for, you’ll want to try Seasons Restaurant, where exquisite cuisine pairings, inviting décor and unparalleled service are always on the menu. Dating back to the late 1800’s with its beautiful wooden beams and

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exposed brick walls, it’s hard to believe this location was once the Oakvilles police station. You can enjoy a piece of history in one of the original jail cells that has been refurbished into a warm private dining room with an expansive wine cellar.

For The Shrimp: Heat pan with olive oil. Sauté the shrimp and blanched yucca (can substitute blanched potato if yucca is unavailable) Once shrimp is partially cooked add in the sauce and bring to a simmer. Once the shrimp are cooked you are ready to serve. Garnish with grilled bread, chips and lime wedges.

For those nights on the town where good friends and wine make for the perfect evening, Maluca Wine Bar is the ideal environment. Maluca offers a vast selection of fine wines and specialty cocktails paired with modernized twists on classic cuisine that make for a lavish evening out.

If you’re not sure what you’re looking for, try Corks Restaurant where their extensive selection of tapas means you try a little bit of everything. You’ll find dishes from Portugal, Italy and, the birthplace of the tapas, Spain. Cork’s is perfect for a light lunch date or an evening out with the whole family so you truly can sample all this specialty tapas location has to offer.

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Swiss Interiors Swiss Interiors has been a staple in Downtown Oakville since 1953.

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Well known for their emphasis on Canadian-made furnishings, the inventory is constantly changing and staying on trend with the latest styles and colours. With 10,000 sq ft of showroom spread over four floors, it is well worth a visit!

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In2Art In2Art Gallery showcases the best of Canadian contemporary artwork.

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Atelier Salon Atelier Salon, a proud member of the Ontario College of Trades, is celebrating 20 years of the hair you want, the products you deserve and the service you expect. Voted top 5 hair salon in downtown Oakville. Offering educational workshops on Mondays.

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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.

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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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THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN EXPLORING UNCHARTED TERRITORY WITH CANADA’S JIM SHOCKEY

By Nneka Onwualu

THERE IS SOMETHING PROFOUNDLY AWE INSPIRING WHEN YOU HEAR SOMEONE SPEAK WITH PASSION. It doesn’t really matter what the passion is for; it could be for the arts, for food, even for a car. For Canada’s Jim Shockey, his passion is for adventure, for living life fearlessly and for pushing himself beyond his comfort zone. For over two decades, Shockey has done just that, discovering the many unchartered places and territories even the most experienced explorers dare not venture.

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For those of you not familiar with this fearless adventurer, Shockey is an award winning wilderness guide and outfitter, known for providing exclusive guided excursions on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in the wilds of the Yukon Territory, in the African Hinterlands and in the heart of big whitetail buck country in Saskatchewan.

Owner of the Rogue River Outfitting territory in the Yukon and Pacific Rim Guide Territory on Vancouver Island,

Shockey is also an accomplished photographer and writer. He has written more than 1,000 adventure articles for the largest outdoor magazines and has produced over 50 DVDs. What Shockey is most known for, however, is being the host of Hunting Adventures and Jim Shockey’s Uncharted on the Outdoor Channel. Such shows have earned Shockey tremendous critical acclaim and several awards, including the annual Outdoor Channel’s Golden Moose Awards, where Shockey

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FOR CANADA’S JIM SHOCKEY, HIS PASSION IS FOR ADVENTURE, FOR LIVING LIFE FEARLESSLY AND FOR PUSHING HIMSELF BEYOND HIS COMFORT ZONE.

Above: Eva Shockey and Jim Shockey, hunting together in the temperate rainforests and fiords of Vancouver Island.

Left: The rugged Mackenzie Mountain Range, dividing the Yukon from the Northwest Territories, one of the remotest places on earth.

Below: Two bull moose on the side of the Rogue River in the Yukon.

recently won awards for best overall production, best big game hunting, best sound design, and best videography/ camera work for 2014. Shockey has now earned 17 Outdoor Channel’s Golden Moose Awards.

Through his TV shows and stories, Shockey has chronicled decades of personal hunting experiences to the remotest and wildest reaches of the world. He has travelled for weeks by dogsled with the Inuit in the high Arctic

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and climbed the Sierra Madres of Mexico looking for Coues deer. He’s spiritually “smudged” with the Beaver Cree and travelled the water roads of the Northwest Territories searching for caribou with the Dene First Nations people. He has learned his tracking skills from the Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert in Namibia, learned to live off the land from the Aboriginal People in the Australian Outback and has “faced his lion” with the proud Masai warriors in Tanzania.

Throughout every one of his adventures, Shockey has developed an unwavering passion for exploration.

He credits two famous explorers for inspiring his passion not just for hunting but also for instilling in him an unwavering appreciation for living off the land. “Where does my passion for exploration come from? I’ve been deeply inspired by Ernest Shackleton, an English explorer who led three of four expeditions to the Antarctic in the early 1900s. Shackleton’s 1914

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Endurance expedition to the South Pole and his epic struggle to lead his 28-man crew to safety after his ship was crushed in the ice is an incredible story of survival.

I’ve also been inspired by J. A. Hunter, a game scout and ranger in Kenya in the 1950s who led many safaris and became a great conservationist. These men were amazing role models – hard men, yes, but they taught me not only about survival but also about how to love the land.”

For some, being a hunter may not seem congruent with loving the land, but Shockey explains that hunting is much, much more. For Shockey, hunting is a fundamental part of exploration.

“For me, hunting is nothing more than purely living off the land. When you find yourself without enough supplies, like Shackelton, or when you come face to face with huge black bears coming down

Papua New Guinea, the Arctic, the Northwest Rainforests of Canada, and beyond.

Shockey has a deep affinity for the untamed and for cultural exploration and discovery. Uncharted turns Shockey’s exploration up a notch, challenging his comfort level and leaving the viewer to question whether he and his team should have turned around when they had the chance.

While the show is aptly named “Uncharted” because Shockey and his team truly explore areas never before travelled, Shockey hopes that Uncharted will be much more than just another outdoor adventure show. “The world may be mapped but there are still many uncharted places. I hope that I can illustrate that going to uncharted places is

“EVERY ONE OF US IS THE PRODUCT OF EXPLORERS. EVERY ONE OF US HAS AN EXPLORING GENE IN US.” out of the fog in the early morning to feed off the salmon, sometimes it really is a difference between life and death.”

Which brings us to the subject of fear.

“I detest fear, I refuse to feel it,” says Shockey. “Our new show, Uncharted, really explores this theme. Each one-hour episode chronicles remote and dangerous destinations – all in the name of adventure and pushing ourselves to the limit.”

Produced by Shockey’s son Branlin, who captures both the beauty and rigorous surroundings on video, Uncharted offers audiences a glimpse into the excitement of hunts across faraway locations, such as the formidable mountain ranges of Kyrgyzstan. Shockey and fellow traveller, Corey Knowlton, are put to the test as they tackle some element of risk on their journeys through

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a personal thing – in can be in your own backyard or something as simple as pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. Every one of us is the product of explorers. Every one of us has an exploring gene in us. When our show is done airing if all it’s done is inspire people to try something new, explore where they have never ventured before, then it will be a success.”

to embrace a certain amount of risk. To see that snow leopard in situ you have to embrace risk and discomfort.”

Inspiring others to try something new is one thing, but Shockey is also passionate about nurturing another important trait – curiosity. “So many of our young people have no wonder, are not into discovery, and are not willing to gain any type of hands-on experiences. You can Google something, but you don’t learn and you certainly don’t experience what it’s like to feel the wind in your face, to see a snow leopard up close. To do that you have

“There is a Senegalese proverb that has always inspired me,” adds Shockey. “‘The truth lies on the other side of the mountain.’ There’s something innate in me that when I see a mountain or a valley, I want to know what’s on the other side.

What lies around the next bend on this trail? You won’t learn and you certainly won’t discover the truth unless you are willing to venture to the other side of the mountain.”

Natural monolith, Shockey stands in reverence before an ancient iceberg frozen into the new ice of Nunavut’s Gulf of Boothia.

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“I’VE BEEN DEEPLY INSPIRED BY ERNEST SHACKLETON, AN ENGLISH EXPLORER WHO LED THREE OF FOUR EXPEDITIONS TO THE ANTARCTIC IN THE EARLY 1900s.”

Shockey hunting the shores of the Fly River in southern Papua New Guinea with local hunter gatherers.

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“WHEN YOU BECOME ONE WITH NATURE IT’S INCREDIBLE. WE’RE MOST AT HOME AND AT PEACE WHEN WE’RE OUT IN NATURE.”

Shockey is at home in the primordial swamps, towering peaks and the tepid jungles of the uncharted world.

Shockey likens being in the wilderness to a truly spiritual experience. “No offence to big cities like New York or Toronto, but it’s hard to be spiritual sitting on the corner of Bloor and Yonge Streets. When you become one with nature it’s incredible.

We’re most at home and at peace when we’re out in nature – it may be cliché, but it’s true. When you sit below the cathedral of the forest you become a part of nature.

No phone calls, emails, texts, no work.

There’s not a more pure experience.”

While Shockey extolls the virtues of exploration, this world traveller is also a fearless and experienced hunter which has also garnered him immense world recognition and multiple awards. During the course of his adventures, he has taken numerous muzzleloading world records, including Stone’s sheep, bison, Roosevelt elk, Shirus moose, muskox, walrus, white-bearded wildebeest, Grant’s gazelle, steenbok and many more. He is the first and only hunter to date to complete the North American Super Slam and Ultimate Slam using only a muzzleloader.

“Hunting big game is a life changing experience,” explains Shockey. “And while hunting is a big part of the reason for our shows, so too is conservation. We pride ourselves on being responsible hunters and when we are truly in the remotest of regions with almost zero supplies, our hunts are about sustenance and surviving off the land. And as outfitters, when we

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take adventurers on guided expeditions, we only hunt game in seasons and in areas that have been sanctioned.”

Of all the places he’s travelled, we asked Shockey to try to name his favourite and surprisingly he names an area close to home. “My favourite place is the MacKenzie Mountains in the Yukon near my home. From my private place I can see the ridge that turns into miles and miles of the most magnificent flat valley.

I’ve been to the Himalayas and the high Andes, but in all my travels, I’ve never seen anywhere more beautiful.”

There is only one other thing that surpasses his love and admiration for the beautiful outdoors – his love for his family. “I’m extremely close to my son and daughter, Eva and Branlin, who both work with me, and I’m madly in love with my wife, Louise.

Family is the most important thing to me and everything else pales in comparison to being a father and husband.

For over two decades, the Jim Shockey brand has grown to stand for adventure and exploration, but Shockey also hopes it stands for integrity, honesty, discovery, fearlessness and, above all else, family.

You can see what this passionate family man and explorer is all about on his hit show Jim Shockey’s Hunting Adventures now and watch for Uncharted which began airing in July of 2014 on the Outdoor Channel.

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BREATHTAKING YUKON ADVENTURE The moose that live in the Rogue River outfitting territory in the Yukon are the largest antlered game in the world. Tucked between Alaska and Canada’s Northwest Territories, the Yukon is a world-class hunting destination for moose, Dall sheep, grizzly bear, wolf and mountain caribou.

Last September, members of the Invidiata Magazine team went on a guided tour with Jim Shockey’s team, travelling exclusive outfitting areas that span 12,000 square miles of some of the very best moose and big game habitat in the world.

“This was the most incredible experience of my life,” says Caleb Invidiata. “Jim’s team were expert guides and it was clear from the start that every one of them share his passion for the land and the animals that inhabit the area.”

Visit jimshockey.com to learn more about Jim Shockey’s hunting shows and guided hunts.

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Welcome to

1116-1128 westdale road, oakville Three amazing opportunities! Build the home of your dreams in a prestigious estate setting on Oakville’s Gold Coast. Building envelope has been established and allows for homes from 6,300SqFt - 7,000SqFt

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WESTDALE

ESTATES

1116 Westdale Road

1120 Westdale Road

1128 Westdale Road

Statistics:

Statistics:

Statistics:

Frontage Irregular

25.2m approx.

Frontage Irregular

25.2m approx.

Frontage Irregular

25.2m approx.

Lot Depth Irregular 75m average

Lot Depth Irregular

85m average

Lot Depth Irregular 100m average

Lot Area

Lot Area

2,355.9M2

Lot Area

1,924.3M2

2,636.7M2

All three properties front onto Block 30, which is a 15m wide development block dedicated to the City upon development of the three individual lots.

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Isn’t It

GRAND

BY R.M. FLATT

W

hen one adjective describes your company name, your product and your design esthetic cohesively it’s definitely a good thing.

Whether it’s a view from the driveway or stepping into the front entrance of a custom one-of-a-kind luxury home built and designed by Grand Estate Homes, the word “grand” will definitely come to mind (along with a few oohs and ahs too).

Builder and designer team Eleonor Falbo

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Eleonor Falbo and her husband, Victor Brewda, are rendering communities with their eye for detail and architectural beauty in the Oakville and surrounding area. and her husband, Victor Brewda, are rendering communities with their eye for detail and architectural beauty in the Oakville and surrounding area.

At a young age, most children have aspirations that don’t often translate into a career later in life. As a child, Falbo was always inspired by history and curious

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As a homebuilder, her first project was a French Chateau in Oakville, designed to replicate a home similar in Paris, France. teens she was interested in property development and real estate; growing up in downtown Toronto, the family’s favourite picnic spot was the courtyard at Casa Loma. “I was inspired by the detail and the history of the castle,” she explains.

Falbo’s first foray into the real estate and home building industry began in the mid 1980s. She started investing in real estate and renovating homes.

“The first home I bought as a renovation project,” she recalls of the home, which was located in the Beaches. A quick success, the home was fully remodeled and resold within 30 days of being on the market.

After becoming a Tarion Builder, which is mandatory in order to be able to provide purchasers with a warranty on their new home, she says the process of writing the exam was educational and also helped in her own personal development. “Being the only woman in class was a certainly interesting,” she remembers.

as to how the world was formed and built.

When she was 18 she traveled to Europe and was further inspired by architecture and awe-inspiring stone carvings steeped in history. “All that beautiful history, and to think that someone had a dream!” she says. “And still today it’s still standing for the rest of the world to enjoy.”

Falbo found equal inspiration here in Toronto, which also likely helped strengthen her passion for her career as a builder and designer. In her early

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one word of English, what Falbo says they did bring with them was their work ethic, which was passed down to her.

While it’s obvious Falbo loves working with bricks and mortar, she equally enjoys the experiences she has with her clients, from start to finish. “I’ve had the opportunity to work for CEOs of large companies to everyday hard-working business people.

I respect and strive to do my utmost best work for each and everyone,” she says.

“I really enjoy working with all my trades, I bring out the best of each and every one every day and I thank them every day for a great day’s work.”

Falbo admits that custom construction building isn’t for everyone. “It has many challenges to overcome, but the fulfillment of the work done is very gratifying,” she says. I’ve found that working in construction is no different than any other business: you need to be organized and must have the leadership skills to enforce every day.” She says that part of her job is to minimize and to maximize. “In every home I look for functionality, comfort and beauty.”

In 1997 she became partner and CEO of a high-end importer of luxury furniture, home design and accessories, creating beautiful spaces for high-end homes in Canada and the USA, hotels and banquet facilities.

With talents and drool-worthy tasteful designs, it’s no wonder that Falbo has built homes in high-end neighbourhoods of Toronto and Oakville. And when you

As a homebuilder, her first project was a French Chateau in Oakville, designed to replicate a home similar in Paris, France.

“The home was constructed with roof lines of curved arches, stone and brick with cut stone,” she states.

drool-worthy tasteful

A natural pairing to her passion is her strong work ethic, inherited from her parents who immigrated to Canada from Italy just after WWII. Not knowing what they would find here and not speaking

With talents and designs, it’s no wonder that Falbo has built homes in high-end neighbourhoods of Toronto and Oakville.

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think of luxury and when only the best will do, who better to create a grand design for none other than the artist Prince himself? Falbo renovated the singer’s 16,000 square foot bungalow in Toronto’s Bridal Path area. She also just completed renovations for two other homes in the same community: one of which was complete with an indoor basketball court and indoor pool. Falbo’s work can also be seen in Toronto’s Avenue Road and Lawrence area.

Today you’ll find Falbo creating grand homes in Oakville with her husband as they develop three lakeside homes in West Oakville on Westdale Drive.

She says they’ll be built in 2015-2016 and are currently for sale. “They’ll have panoramic views of Toronto Skyline and Lake Ontario,” she describes. “These

“I enjoy everyday challenges; they become ongoing learning experiences and growth in personal development with my company.”

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She is an adept multi-tasker who strives for quality, innovation and creativity on and offsite. homes will have floor-to-ceiling windows with large open concept principal rooms and state-of-the-art technology.” Not to mention stunning architecture. The exteriors of Grand Estate Homes are always constructed with the best materials, says Falbo. “We use Indiana cut stone all hand carved with Indiana custom molding.

These homes are solid built; they will be there for many generations.”

Working in a field where changes can happen at any given time, what has surprised Falbo the most? “One must be able to overcome obstacles and make quick decisions without any delays,” she says. Obstacles and challenges come with rewards too. “I enjoy everyday challenges; they become ongoing learning experiences and growth in personal development with my company.”

Just like Falbo had a chance to admire French architecture up close and personal while travelling, she enjoys knowing that the homes she has built with quality and detail will be around for generations to come here in the GTA and adds that “one day my grandchildren and great grandchildren will drive by and say ‘my grandmother built that’!”

Falbo isn’t afraid to don a hardhat and work boots and be on site six days a week if she needs to. When evening comes she can be found creating floor plans and project designs. She is an adept multi-tasker who strives for quality, innovation and creativity on and offsite.

Quality time spent with friends and family is also a priority. “I have four children and four grandsons that I’m proud of and I hope one day they’ll want to build with their grandmother,” she says, adding that she loves to cook, entertain and always find the time to help friends and family.

“I never say ‘no’ to anything,” she admits.

“I always say if there’s a will I will find a way.” And given the opportunity to create stunning homes with equally impressive interiors for her clients, she definitely will.

What does Falbo do when she’s not working or spending time with family?

She puts her hardworking, focused and project-driven energy into staying on top and ahead of the next trend alongside fueling her passion for the beauty of architecture worldwide and loves living in Oakville. Oh, and another thing she does when she's not working, travelling or entertaining? Buying real estate, of course. What else?

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Be on the look out for the leopard, the most elusive of the ‘Big 5’.

THE ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF THE

WORLD

By Lisa Codianne Fowler

“I believe that South Africa is the most beautiful place on earth… we have been blessed with a truly wonderful land.”

– Nelson Mandela

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South Africa has more than 600 wineries and 6,000 wines.

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Soaring mountains, stunning beaches and a colourful history that harks back to the very dawn of humankind… this is South Africa, one of the most spellbinding places on the planet. It is also one of the most affordable, where the dollar can stretch as far as the views from God’s Window.

The extraordinary diversity of tribes, creeds and even cuisine that characterizes South Africa inspired Nobel Peace Prize winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu to call it, “The Rainbow Nation”.

He could not have chosen a more fitting name. Roughly the size of Ontario, South Africa is a fully-integrated society of more than 50 million strong. Even though it has 11 official languages, most everyone speaks English.

People who have never been to Africa often think of it as a homogenous whole, similar to the United States. But nothing could be further from truth. The continent of Africa, which is the size of China, India, the United States and most of Europe combined is made up of 54 very different and separate countries.

It is important to note, that while Africa is regarded as a third-world continent South Africa is a first-world country – as well as a top-rated travel destination.

The New York Times named Cape Town number one of “52 Places to go in 2014”;

THE NEW YORK TIMES NAMED CAPE TOWN NUMBER ONE OF “52 PLACES TO GO IN 2014” National Geographic Traveler voted it one of “2014 Places of a Lifetime”, and Travel+Leisure proclaimed Cape Town as one of “The Best Places to Travel in 2014”. Condé Naste Traveler, Trip Advisor and other industry authorities continue to bestow upon South Africa numerous prestigious awards.

Cape Town is South Africa’s oldest city and carries the distinguished title of The Mother City. Some would say that, with her rugged beauty, she is indeed the mother of all cities. Among her countless charms is the renowned Table Mountain, offering a panoramic view of the city; Robben Island, the once isolated Alcatraz of South Africa’s political prisoners – including Nelson Mandela – and The Victoria and Alfred (V & A) Waterfront, an eclectic jumble of preserved historical buildings housing galleries, dining and shopping venues, perched at the harbour’s edge.

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Situated at the foot of Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town’s working harbour, the V & A Waterfront offers an abundance of unforgettable experiences.

Indoor shopping and entertainment venues seamlessly merge with ocean vistas and mountain views, and the fresh sea breeze and warm African sun add zest to a cosmopolitan, vibrant atmosphere. The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is where everything comes together in a perfect mix to create an exceptional sense of the city.

Venture out to the vineyards and you can sip wine from the land where the grape was grown. South Africa is one of the top wine producing regions on the planet, with more than 600 wineries and 6,000 wines, and the Stellenbosch region is the longest contiguous wine route in the world.

SOUTH AFRICA IS ONE OF THE TOP WINE PRODUCING REGIONS ON THE PLANET.

Where else can you get up close and personal with whales and penguins?

Hermanus, a quaint seaside village, is the Whale Watching Capital of the World. The anticipation and excitement is touchable… standing on the shore and scanning the seas for any sign of the familiar V-shaped spray. Then, right before you, a southern right whale lifts its head from the water and stares at you. This is a humbling and awe-inspiring experience that you will remember and cherish for the rest of your life. At Boulders Beach, a friendly colony of adorable African Penguins frolic about.

You can even walk or wade with them in the ocean.

Other must-do’s on the Cape include taking the short boat ride to Dyker (Seal) Island to see thousands of pudgy, hairy Cape Fur Seals – the favorite snack of circling Great White Sharks; having lunch at the unusual restaurant built into Bientang's Cave at the water’s edge, and witnessing the kaleidoscope of sights and fragrances found in The Cape Floral Kingdom.

South Africa’s animal kingdom, however, is a horse of different colour. Picture this.

After an early morning wakeup and some freshly brewed coffee, you embark on a game drive with a ranger and tracker before the heat of the day kicks in.

Meet the King of the Jungle in his natural habitat during a night time game drive.

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ROBBEN ISLAND,

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You spot not just one elephant, but a dozen – from a playful baby to a two-storey bull – and a regal gemsbok, with its slender, scimitar-like horns that may have inspired tales of the fabled unicorn. The roar of a lion, just yards away, leaves you nearly breathless.

Enjoy photographing South Africa’s ‘Big 5’; elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo and rhinoceros.

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This is Kapama Game Reserve in Greater Kruger National Park. Home to the Big 5 (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros), it is also known for its luxurious safari camps with optional sleep-outs under the stars and blazing boma fires. Here, you will feel Africa underfoot on a guided bush walk with a highly trained game ranger. The experience offers an intimate encounter with nature and wildlife, and medicinal and other plants are identified along the way. Rangers also teach walkers to track wildlife in the traditional way, using animal footprints and scat. Expert trackers are able to tell the gender of many animals just from their footprints.

FEEL AFRICA UNDERFOOT ON A GUIDED BUSH WALK WITH A HIGHLY TRAINED GAME RANGER. Large and dangerous animals are avoided on walks, but many other species can be viewed from a safe distance at ground level. You will also experience numerous sunrise and sunset game drives, all truly memorable and authentic encounters.

And the elephant-back safari is simply life changing.

Halfway between Kapama and Johannesburg lies the charming hamlet of Dullstroom – South Africa’s renowned fly-fishing capital – and Dunkeld Country

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YOU SPOT NOT JUST ONE

ELEPHANT, BUT A DOZEN.

YOU WILL SEE WHY SOUTH AFRICA IS THE ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD; WHY ITS NATURAL BEAUTY WILL LEAVE YOU AWE-STRUCK. Estate, a naturalist’s wonderland. In addition to pastoral hiking trails, a world-class equestrian center, hot air ballooning and an in-house spa, this luxury trout and game lodge offers excellent still water and river fishing.

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Its clear streams, lakes and dams are stocked monthly with brown, rainbow and golden trout, ranging in size from 2 to nearly 10 kg, presenting fly fishermen the enjoyment of quality angling time in pursuit of that perfect catch.

Dullstroom is along the aptly named Panoramic Route, a winding drive through the pine and eucalyptus forests showcasing some of Mpumalanga’s most spectacular scenery and breathtaking views. The tour stops at Blyde River Canyon, the third largest Canyon in the world, to view stunning rock formations. Thereafter you will visit spectacular sites such as Three Rondavels, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Next stop is Pilgrim’s Rest, which has been lovingly preserved since the gold rush and is now a National Monument. Your day will not be complete without a visit to some of the most

beautiful waterfalls of the region, Berlin and Lisbon Falls.

You will see why South Africa is the adventure capital of the world; why its natural beauty will leave you awe-struck; why its rich cultures and wildlife will fascinate you; why your roots are in Africa; why it is possible to afford luxury and shop ‘til you drop, and why its friendly people and struggle for freedom will touch your heart.

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People from around the world naturally gravitate to Naples’

CLEAR BLUE CRYSTAL WATERS and its SPECTACULAR BEACHES that rest against the WARM GULF OF MEXICO. At one time we snowbirds were divided when it came to travelling to Florida.

Younger families flocked to the eastern side to see Mickey Mouse, while empty nesters and retirees relished the west coast. Today, affluent families of all ages are all now realizing the benefits of vacationing and buying prime real estate in Naples, Florida.

Naples, Marco Island, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Estero and Bonita Springs are the six towns that make up the region.

According to Travelchannel.com, the only tough decision you’ll have at the beach here is deciding which way to look, with rolling waves to one side and the mansions of Millionaires’ Row on the other.

Nine miles of pristine beaches span the area, which routinely rank in top 10 lists of the best beaches in the entire USA. The average temperature reaches a balmy 77 degrees F. July, August and September are the hottest months and the best weather months are November through May. The gorgeous Gulf water temperatures range from the 60s in wintertime to the mid 80s from spring until fall.

You can feel completely safe and sound day and night since the crime rate is well below the national average.

Areavibes.com says, “the crime rate in Naples is less than 69 per cent of the cities in Florida and Naples is safer than 56.8 per cent of the cities in the nation.” It has an old-fashioned community feel rarely seen anywhere else where you don’t have to feel paranoid if you happen to forget to lock up. It’s the people that live here that you can thank; they’re

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friendly, helpful and orderly, hailing from all over the world but all appreciating the peaceful, vibrant culture created here.

Neapolitans are particular about their community, which is easy to see from the litter-free streets, unobtrusive signs or advertisements, clean beaches and expert landscaping. Homes in Olde Naples still have unobstructed views of the Gulf and aren’t enclosed by tall, characterless buildings. Maintaining the Neapolitan architecture and tropical greenery are a definite priority.

Naples is home to some of the most luxurious waterfront estates and condominiums in the world. According to the November 2014 Market Report, released by the Naples Area Board of Realtors (NABOR®) overall pending sales activity rose 11 per cent for homes priced

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over $1 million; overall closed sales activity increased 17 per cent for homes priced over $1 million; and the majority of homes sold in the $2 million and above category were cash sales.

Typically, those that have the resources to pay cash for million dollar homes are careful and savvy buyers, which speaks highly for the value of Naples' real estate.

communities offering opportunities to invest and reside. Over 80 championship golf courses offer multiple chances to hit the links.

During the season Naples is a nonstop venue for festivals and cultural events ranging from the Stone Crab Festival

and Naples International Film Festival to the LPGA’s CME Group Titleholders tournament and Iron Joe Turkey Ride bike race. Other must-do holiday festivals include the Third Street Christmas lighting and St. Patrick’s parade. Avid runners can also participate in a number of half marathons under the sun.

With resale inventories tight across much of Florida, builders are increasing their production of new homes and condominiums as much as they can. It takes a long time to produce new homes, so inventory may remain tight in many markets.

The lifestyle in Naples is a uniquely effortless blend of Old Florida and casual sophistication. Globally inspired restaurants, bistros, pubs and cafés include Caribbean, “Floribbean”, Thai, Italian, Irish, French, American and fusion styles. There are steak houses, seafood restaurants and bistros specializing in everything from pasta to sushi. No matter what type of meal you choose, fresh air and sunshine are guaranteed to accompany you tableside. What better place to enjoy fresh seafood than on the waterfront? There are even a few Fidofriendly places that allow pets.

Much of Naples’ activities are naturally centered on the water, with year-round sailing, boating, jet skiing and windsurfing.

Fishing for your supper is a fun way to obtain your own seafood for the evening’s dinner with grouper, pompano, cobia and sea trout, and tarpon becoming “the catch” in spring and early summer. Rent a boat at one of many marinas or take a charter boat for fishing, shelling and adventurous excursions. Naples’ largest fishing fleet moors at the City Dock at Crayton Cove. For more laidback angling, fish from the historic Naples Pier.

BERMUDIAN STYLE ARCHITECTURE

LITTLE HARBOUR 200 LITTLE HARBOUR LANE With all the romance and charm of Bermudian-styled architecture combined with the privacy of a quiet end cul-de-sac location, this Kurtz built home strikes the perfect balance between inside and outside living. Little Harbour is a unique enclave of luxury homes, and the only gated community with Port Royal membership opportunity.

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UNIQUELY EFFORTLESS blend of OLD FLORIDA and CASUAL SOPHISTICATION.

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Shopping is another popular pastime of both visitors and residents alike. Fifth Avenue South in downtown Naples offers six blocks of the finest in dining, shopping, local theatre and arts. Lined with charming and historic architecture, the latest in couture design, fine art and

creative fare from around the world are yours to enjoy on Third Street South. Set on the waterfront, The Village on Venetian Bay offers a breathtaking shopping and dining experience backed by beautiful Bay views. Waterside Shops features over 60 of the most luxurious designer brand

retailers from around the world for those looking for the latest styles by Tiffany & Co., Williams-Sonoma, Michael Kors or Louis Vuitton. Naples also has many other shopping experiences from the Coastland Mall to smaller boutique shops sprinkled throughout the city.

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OLDE NAPLES – 220 NORTH LAKE DRIVE The Getaway. Olde Naples' most unique and timeless offering. This Key West cottage-style home offers a truly incomparable combination of location, style, and quality. Located just 7 houses from the beach, this custom-designed

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residence features southern exposure on over a half-acre of lakefront property. Absolutely nothing is left to be desired in this exquisitely appointed Olde Naples cottage.

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CLASSIC PALM BEACH INFUSED ARCHITECTURE

PORT ROYAL – 1076 NELSON’S WALK The Captain's Reserve. Boasting the most idyllic setting in all of Port Royal with unobstructed, wide-water views and preferred southern exposure this is the next Alan Fraser Homes Corp. masterpiece. With classic Palm Beach infused architecture by Jeffrey A. Harrell Architects, the quality craftsmanship of BCB Homes and exquisitely

appointed and furnished by Godfrey Design Consultants, Inc. Complemented by a separate guest house that seems to ascend from the resort-style pool, this unique property will offer attributes and vistas that others simply cannot provide. Completion February, 2015.

After strolling the streets and

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Naples has everything that discerning Canadians are after, with its array of cultural and culinary venues, fishing and golf. The pristine beaches are perfect for sunbathing, early-morning shelling and family fun. Explore and experience for yourself everything that makes Naples one of the most visited cities on the coast of Southwest Florida.

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