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editor’s note

Positive Outlook, Positive Community, Positive Experience.

Oakville continues to be a highly-favoured and desirable community within the GTA. We have been recognized as a preferred destination internationally for those looking to relocate to North America. The charm of yesteryear continues in Oakville’s Historic Downtown and it is an exhilarant destination for many who come from near and far to enjoy dynamic community festivals such as the Oakville Film Festival and the Christopher Invidiata Team Leader Sales Representative

Jazz weekend, both of which we are a proud supporter of.

The outlook for 2015 is a positive one due to the US economy recovering and interest rates being historically low at 2.5%. It is forecasted that rates will continue to remain low throughout 2015 as a result of the continued weakening, and deflation is the biggest fear of the European economy. Let’s go back to 2000 when the world was watching the millenium meltdown and, in contrast to the interest rates of 14 years ago at 9%, there is no better time to leverage your real estate decisions than now.

We look forward to continuing our strong relationships with clients, marketing partners and friends, and we are excited to meet new ones. We invite you to enjoy the Invidiata experience.

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table of contents 15

The Home Collection

Homes from $200,000 – $2,000,000

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Rise Of A Foaming Empire

Teaching Canadians What ‘REAL’ Coffee Tastes Like for Over 50 Years

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Strikes A Blow Against Human Trafficking

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The Prestige Collection

Homes from $2,000,000 – $5,000,000

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Downtown Oakville: Taste of Luxury

From Spas To High Fashion To One-Of-A-Kind Galleries, Antique Shops, Festivals & Events, Downtown Oakville Has It All

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The Waterfront Collection

Gorgeous Waterfront Homes and Vacation Properties

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Sparkle & Shine

Knar Jewellery: Curating the Most Luxurious And Creative Jewellery Collections In The World

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Finest Homes Available Starting at $5,000,000+

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The Invidiata Magazine Inc.

Available at Tocca Finita. toccafinita.ca

PUBLISHER Preferred Publishing SENIOR EDITORS Christopher Invidiata Caleb Invidiata Shae Invidiata Chris Lowe Lauren Lowe EDITORS David Bakowsky Elizabeth Deanovic Diana Hartt Tammy Leigh Ashley McNabb Nneka Onwualu CREATIVE DIRECTOR Cathryn Haynes ART DIRECTORS Caleb Invidiata Chris Lowe PHOTOGRAPHERS Geoff Grenville Caleb Invidiata Lauren Leies Sam Michaud Neddy Nyce Nicola De Rosa Lucas Scarfone ADVERTISING SALES Lauren Lowe GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Jennifer Douglas Gary Macdonald Katie Taylor CONTRIBUTORS Jennifer Dagher Brittany Goettler Nneka Onwualu Carly Romano Meg Sethi FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES please contact Lauren Lowe at 905.510.2344 or email lauren@preferredpublishing.ca www.preferredpublishing.ca

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196 ELTON PARK ROAD Morrison | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

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Passion for great coffee, coupled with his vision of introducing espresso and cappuccino in a new world, led my father to start his own business.

The truth is, one bad cup of coffee inspired my father to kick-start Toronto’s caffeine scene.

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It’s a classic tale of one man’s journey to a new country who, through hard work and determination, became a success building one of the most enduring and beloved brands around in the highly competitive and high stakes world of coffee brewing.

From Italy to Canada came the man behind FAEMA Canada, one of the most successful espresso and cappuccino machine distributors in Canada today. “FAEMA Canada was founded by my father, Mike Di Donato, in 1958 after emigrating here from Italy,” says Lorenzo Di Donato, FAEMA Canada’s Vice President, Marketing and New Business Development. “The truth is, one bad cup of coffee inspired my father to kick-start Toronto’s caffeine scene when he realized that this country lacked what Europeans had been enjoying for years – the finest espressos and cappuccinos. His passion for great coffee, coupled with his vision of introducing espresso and cappuccino in a new world, led my father to start his own business of importing machines to Canada. Needless to say, the early days were difficult as the only clients my father had were the immigrants that came to this country and opened small cafés, bakeries and restaurants that wanted to offer espresso and cappuccino in their establishments.”

A classic tale of one man’s journey to a new country who, through hard work and determination, became a success.

“As my father’s new business began to flourish, his passion for Italian food and culture led him to expand his range of products to include pizza ovens, gelato machines, pasta machines and other specialty equipment used to produce typical Italian cuisine,” adds Di Donato. “When the demand of espresso and cappuccino grew cup by cup,

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Their success is based heavily on family involvement.

Mike Di Donato’s four sons, Pat, Rocco, Joe and Lorenzo, represent the four pillars to FAEMA’s espresso empire. as thickly drawn espressos were poured and sipped throughout the city, FAEMA Canada also began to import residential models so that people could enjoy the same quality at home as in their favourite café.”

Today, FAEMA Canada is the industry leader of importing and distributing quality espresso and cappuccino equipment for commercial and residential use. Their success is based heavily on family involvement. Mike Di Donato’s four sons, Pat, Rocco, Joe and Lorenzo, represent the four pillars to FAEMA’s espresso empire. Although each son coordinates a different aspect of the company, the four complement one another, forming a cohesive unit. The company operates two separate divisions (commercial and retail), currently employs over 150 staff and sells its range of products through six corporate-owned stores and a network of over 220 dealers and retailers across the country. The company also embarked on opening its own upscale FAEMA Caffe Boutiques (Sherway Gardens and Tuscany Place in Vaughan)

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The Di Donato family (left to right): Rocco Di Donato, Pat Di Donato, Mike Di Donato, Joe Di Donato & Lorenzo Di Donato.

where customers can experience the finest espresso, an uncanny assortment of desserts and Italian-style flare while browsing the beautiful home models displayed.

FAEMA’s current headquarters are located at 672 Dupont Street (at the corner of Christie) in Toronto’s West End. The property, acquired by the Di Donato family in 1994, was originally constructed by Ford Motor Company of Canada in 1915 and was used to assemble the famous Model T. Possessing a rich history dating back to The First World War, the Di Donatos took on the arduous task of redeveloping the building and to meticulously restore it back to its glory days. Today, FAEMA Canada occupies one floor (approx. 30,000 sq. ft.) of the complex, while the remaining four floors are leased to office and retail tenants.

Faema’s flagship Toronto showroom and office is currently undergoing a redesign incorporating many of the original architectural features as well as some vintage Ford models. Plans to unveil the renovations are slated for the beginning of 2015 to coincide with the building’s 100-year anniversary. “We are incredibly excited by the renovations taking place in Toronto,” says Di Donato. “We are working with designers and architects on preserving many of the historic architectural details of the building, as well as creating a stunning display of old Ford models and FAEMA machines we’ve curated for our clients’ enjoyment.”

In addition to the FAEMA brand itself, FAEMA offers a variety of premium brands such as Jura, Capresso, Rocket, Ascaso and La Nuova Era that can be tested at any one of their retail stores.

“Our selection of machines is complemented with a wide range of accessories and our assortment of locally roasted and

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FAEMA’s flagship Toronto showroom and office is currently undergoing a redesign incorporating many of the original architectural features.

Above: The original building was constructed by the Ford Motor Company of Canada in 1915 and was used to assemble the Model T. Below: In 1994, the Di Donato family acquired the property which houses their current headquarters.

imported espresso blends from Italy.,” says Di Donato, also adding, “Our wide selection of beans can also be brewed and sampled at all of our locations. In addition to our famous FAEMA house blend, our most popular blends include Segafredo, Trucillo, Mike Coffee, Incas and others.”

Over the last several years, the popularity and demand of high-end espresso and cappuccino machines for home has continued to grow and FAEMA Canada has become one of the top brands of choice with its Jura automatic bean-to-cup espresso machines. Since 1931, Jura, a Swiss brand, has been developing innovative high-end household appliances. As a pioneer in the field of automatic espresso/coffee machines, Jura has been a main contributor to the household appliance sector since the mid 1980’s. In fact, Jura has become FAEMA Canada’s most significant brand and now has its own facility in Mississauga.

“In 2011, we opened our Jura Service and Hospitality Centre at 115 Matheson Blvd. East (at Hurontario) in Mississauga. Our state-of-the art showroom, service centre and training facility is modelled after Jura’s Swiss headquarters in Niederbuchsiten, Switzerland,” explains Di Donato.

The facility is a glass masterpiece with the service area visible to the public through floor-to-ceiling glass panes. The facility also houses a showroom where customers can test drive all of the machines and get one-on-one help from a trained specialist,

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The service area is a glass masterpiece featuring floor-to-ceiling glass planes.

From the precision aroma grinder to the modern styling to the sophisticated computerized technology, these machines are like the Ferrari of coffee machines.”

Even its design is a masterpiece of modern engineering.

“Juras are designed to achieve the greatest efficiency and retain as much aroma as possible, while also displaying little wear and great durability. They are not only beautiful, but they are technological marvels.”

a training centre where FAEMA Canada’s retail partners come for intensive training on the machines, and the state-of-the-art service and diagnostic area. Jura machines all include incredibly sophisticated software that the technicians in Mississauga and at the home base in Switzerland can monitor and update when needed.

As in the U.S. and other parts of the world, the coffee culture in Canada is booming. This has led to an influx of inexpensive coffee machines, including the recent popularity of single cup or capsule brewers, and corner coffee shops offering quick cups of coffee for the masses. But for FAEMA, and for those who truly appreciate the importance of a good cup of coffee, nothing can compare to the exquisite bean-to-cup experience that only the Jura systems and the other premier brands FAEMA Canada carries can make for both commercial and residential use.

Understanding the technology behind the premier brands that FAEMA Canada represents goes a long way to explaining their popularity as coffee lovers consider two important things: quality and cost per serving.

“When you think about it from a cost-per-cup perspective, the investment in a bean-to-cup machine is the logical choice,” remarks Di Donato. “With a Jura machine, you are actually only paying pennies a cup compared to single cup/capsule brewers.

Although the upfront cost of a bean-to-cup machine may be more expensive, the benefits in terms of cost per serving, environmental concerns and most importantly quality is far greater. Plus, you can brew two cups at time, so when you are having, say, a dinner party, you can literally brew two of the finest espressos or cappuccinos at a time for your guests quickly and affordably with absolutely no compromise in quality or taste.”

When it comes to appreciating the finest coffee, Di Donato says a Jura machine is like no other. “With a Jura, you can create a perfect, fresh cup of coffee at the touch of a button.

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The enjoyment of any good cup of coffee starts with the freshest coffee beans. Every barista will tell you that coffee beans have to be ground gently to just the right fineness. Only then will they obtain the optimum taste and develop the full intensive aromas in the cup topped with a velvety soft, rich, delicate crema. “Homeowners get to become baristas at home when they choose a machine from FAEMA. Only then do they get to experience what real coffee really takes like. And once they’ve made the investment and experienced a bean-to-cup of coffee, they will never go back to cheaply brewed coffee again. They value their machines, take great pride in their place in their homes, and spend the time servicing them by bringing them to our Mississauga facility. We even offer trade-ins as our clients are always looking to invest in new technologies and upgrade their machines.”

“We’re a 100% Canadian company who’ve been bringing the best of Italian espresso and cappuccino to people across the country for over 50 years,” Di Donato sums up about the family business. “Once you’ve experienced the quality coffee from one of our machines, I promise you, as my father knew would happen all those years ago, you’ll become a true believer in the bean-tocup philosophy. Visit one of our showrooms and experience the quality of the bean-to-cup coffee difference for yourself.”

We’re a 100% Canadian company who’ve been bringing the best of Italian espresso and cappuccino to people across the country for over 50 years.

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real estate minute South East Oakville’s Third Quarter Report

By Christopher Invidiata Below you will find the current statistics for real estate in South East Oakville.

of units sold over this time last year with prices remaining consistent together with a strong supply.

In The Estate Collection, which includes homes over $5,000,000. We are seeing the upper end of the market decreasing in the units sold, but prices have stabilized over the past two years.

Oakville’s waterfront continues to be the envy of prestige real estate with the volume of sales remaining consistent and prices increasing on average 10%-18% per year.

In the Prestige Collection, which includes home from $2,000,000 to $5,000,000 we have seen a 46% increase in the number

For the Home Collection, which includes homes under two million dollars, we looked at Oakville in its entirety – Over the past

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two years the amount of inventory has decreased, however the great demand has houses selling quickly and on average for 18% more.

The key factors to watch are Interest rates which are currently at a historically low 2.5% and also immigration which remains consistent at 75,000 people per each year coming into the GTA from all over the world.

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SOURCES: Statistics Canada, Bankrate.com & The Oakville, Milton and District Real Estate Board.

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By Carly Romano

On September 27, 2014, anti-human trafficking organization [free-them] had their 5th Annual Freedom Walk in Toronto and their Inaugural Freedom Walk in Ottawa presented by The Fairmont Royal York to raise money for victims of human trafficking in Canada. The result of months of planning and collaboration, the walks brought together hundreds of people from across Ontario and Southern Quebec, united in their passion to end human trafficking. Many voices were heard speaking out against this injustice, but none so powerful as Toronto’s Master of Ceremony, International Artist Jully Black.

After hearing the moving story of Timea Nagy, Sex Trafficking Survivor and Founder of Walk With Me, Jully Black felt compelled to sing with Timea an impromptu rendition of Amazing Grace. Not a dry eye could be seen in the audience as everyone empathized with Timea’s plight and survivors like her. It was a rare moment that reinforced everyone’s resolve as freedom fighters.

It also allowed Timea an opportunity to bring attention to her new product line of hand sanitizers – Timea Cause. The proceeds of each sale go towards enabling Walk With Me to care for human trafficking victims that have been rescued.

It’s the product that can turn someone’s life around.

[free-them] was also privileged and humbled to hear the inspiring words of Anuradha Koirala, Founder of Maiti Nepal.

Through Maiti Nepal, Anuradha has assisted over 12,000 girls go from victims to survivors. Recipient of 30 national and international awards in recognition of her courageous acts and lifetime achievement including recognition as one of CNN’s Top 10 Heroes of the World, Anuradha has been making global waves with her fight against human trafficking.

In Ottawa, the atmosphere was electric as the Inaugural Freedom Walk proved to be a huge success. With a larger than anticipated turnout, hundreds of participants demonstrated their fight against human trafficking with a walk ending on the steps of Parliament. A winning combination of speakers such as Minister of Public Safety Stephen Blaney, Deputy Mayor Steve Desroches, Human Trafficking Survivor Simone Bell, Host Ken Evraire and Ottawa Police Detective Carolyn Botting made the event memorable. Never before in Ottawa has there been a walk for human trafficking of this magnitude.

Altogether, both walks saw just under 1000 attendees and raised over $40,000. The proceeds go towards [free-them]’s victim services partner, Walk With Me. Since 2010, [free-them]

Since 2010, [free-them] has helped to fund the rescue of over 280 victims through Walk With Me. 38

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“Never before in Canadian history have so many Canadians in two separate cities come together at the same time to take a stand to fight human trafficking in Canada. The impact of the morning has created a ripple effect that I believe we are going to continue to see for generations to come.”

- Shae Invidiata, Founder

Altogether, both walks saw just under 1000 attendees and raised over $40,000.

Timea Nagy, Founder of Walk With Me and Master of Ceremony, International Artist Jully Black.

Giving the Nation and Opening Address at Inaugural [free-them] Freedom Walk in Ottawa. Right Deputy Mayor Steve Desroches and left Minister of Public Safety Stephen Blaney.

has helped to fund the rescue of over 280 victims through Walk With Me by rescuing victims from traffickers and providing them with transitional housing. This year, the [free-them] Freedom Walks struck a significant blow against human trafficking with their participants’ support. This year was a particularly special year as it marks the beginning of an even closer relationship with the federal government in Ottawa. When Minister of Public Safety Stephen Blaney led the Freedom Walk holding the [free-them] flag for the duration of the 4KM walk to

show his support, citizens took notice. It was a poignant message and appropriate in light of Bill C-36 being put to a third reading in the House of Commons at the time.

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Bill C-36 (the Protection of Communities and Exploited Persons Act) has now passed third reading in the House of Commons, and is in second Reading in the Senate, which means it is poised to receive Royal Assent. This is a huge win for abolitionists who raised their voices against the heavily publicized opposition.

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When Bill C-36 becomes law, history will be made and the world will remember that Canada took a stand for sex trafficking victims.

At the House of Commons’ second Reading, it was voted 139 for and 117 against - all NDP, Liberal and Green Party against and all Conservatives for. The controversial bill aims to eliminate the demand for sex purchasing while updating the tools that law enforcement have to protect exploited persons. If Bill C-36 becomes law, purchasing sexual services would become a crime. [free-them] recognizes that the demand for sexual services vastly outweighs the willing supply and human trafficking fills the extremely large gap. Criminalizing the purchase of sexual services will vastly decrease the number of sex trafficking victims. This law also stands up for victims by recognizing the damaging role that sex purchasers play in their victimization.

Receiving material benefit from exploiting another person would be a crime. [free-them] recognizes that exploitive arrangements by definition harm others and should be considered a crime.

Advertising the services of another person would be a crime.

If an independent operator sells their services, this would be

Little [free-them] fighters walking for freedom. Ages 7, 6, and 5.

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entirely legal. [free-them] recognizes that people who advertise the sex services of others are almost always in an exploitative relationship with that person.

Selling sexual services near a playground or daycare would be a summary conviction. [free-them] recognizes that children should not be exposed to the sale and purchase of sexual services, however, [free-them] is pleased to see that selling sex services in other locations is not a crime, as it recognizes that sex sellers need support and compassion, and not criminalization.

The penalty for exploiting others would be raised. [free-them] is pleased to see that Canada is taking the exploitation of others as a serious matter with grave consequences.

The government would commit $20 million in funding. [free-them] is pleased to see that the government is adding funding to ensure the practical implementation of the new law. Without the funding, the law would pass without real world applications.

These changes demonstrate clearly that Canada stands up for victims of human trafficking by criminalizing the exploiters and providing law enforcement with the tools they need to arrest and prosecute the offenders. In the exploitative relationship between trafficker and victim, grooming, brainwashing and manipulation make the distinction between sex trafficking and prostitution barely perceptible even to the victim. This means that there is no simple solution to the problem of sex trafficking, but Bill C-36 took a huge step towards protecting these exploited persons who have historically been overlooked. When Bill C-36 becomes law, history will be made and the world will remember that Canada took a stand for sex trafficking victims. Slowly, but surely, we can make human trafficking history.

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From Spas To High Fashion To One-Of-A-Kind Galleries, Antique Shops, Festivals & Events, Downtown Oakville Has It All

Vibrant, sophisticated and chic yet offering a small town intimate charm, Oakville, Ontario is considered one of the most coveted towns in all of Canada for residents, businesses and visitors alike. Offering a myriad of cultural, recreational and shopping options, this little town on the shores of beautiful Lake Ontario has it all.

Located within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the Town of Oakville was founded in 1857 and is considered part of the municipality of Halton. Its strong heritage, celebrated by residents and visitors alike, makes it one of the most highly sought-after places to live, work and play.

Offering the perfect balance between urban and rural living, Oakville is home to great schools, trendy shopping areas, fantastic cultural and recreational centres and thousands of acres of park space and scenic walking trails. With a booming housing market that is attracting homebuyers from Toronto and around the world, Oakville manages to maintain a small-town feel that is loved by those who live here.

Once you become a resident of Oakville and experience all that the town has to offer, it’s OFFERING A MYRIAD OF easy to see why those who move here stay and appreciate and celebrate what long time CULTURAL, RECREATIONAL residents have always known – Oakville is not just a town, it’s home.

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OAKVILLE’S DOWNTOWN IS HIP, HAPPENING AND HOST TO A WIDE VARIETY OF BOUTIQUES.

THERE ARE A NUMBER OF FACTORS THAT MAKE A

There are a number of factors that make a city great, one of which is the vibrancy of its downtown core, and Oakville is no exception. A short commute from Toronto, the Niagara region and everywhere in between, visitors have been flocking to Oakville’s downtown, discovering what residents and businesses have known for years – Oakville’s downtown is hip, happening and host to a wide variety of boutiques and restaurants for every taste and budget.

CITY GREAT, ONE OF WHICH IS THE VIBRANCY OF ITS DOWNTOWN CORE, AND OAKVILLE IS NO EXCEPTION.

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As one of the foremost shopping and dining destinations in Ontario, Downtown Oakville features architecturally preserved storefronts situated along tree-lined streets, combining the heritage of Oakville’s prestigious past of long time businesses who have called downtown home for decades with the growing and thriving new businesses that continue to set up shop. From businesses old and new, visitors and residents can stroll along the core and find an assortment of spas, galleries, cafes and restaurants, often finding residents grabbing their morning coffee, friends catching up over dinner and drinks at their favourite restaurant, or visitors taking in all that the area has to offer.

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CUISINES FROM AROUND THE WORLD A BURGEONING FOOD MOVEMENT FOCUSED ON LOCAL AND FRESH FARM-TO-TABLE

Downtown Oakville’s food scene offers a myriad of cuisines from around the world, as well as a burgeoning food movement focused on local and fresh farm-to-table foods.

But Downtown Oakville is not just for foodies – the area is also famous for attracting the most luxurious and exclusive brands from around the world and for being home to some of the most talented artisans, architects, home builders and other business professionals offering the best in high-end products and services. continued on page 77

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VISITORS AND RESIDENTS CAN STROLL ALONG THE CORE AND FIND AN ASSORTMENT OF SPAS, GALLERIES, CAFES AND RESTAURANTS.

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DISCOVER LUXURY Downtown Oakville offers a variety of unique and upscale businesses who make up this beautiful and historic downtown.

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PARAND Design Ltd. Specializing in all aspects of stylish kitchens, bathrooms, fine cabinetry and custom designs. From the simplest through most advanced professional designs, we are dedicated to offering the highest level of customer service and products to satisfy our clients.

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

Furniture & Home Decor

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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Paradiso Paradiso offers innovative entertaining concepts for corporate team building, entertaining clients, family and friends.

Paradiso designs interactive cooking classes and entertaining experiences that let you relax, take care of your guests, have fun and be a guest at your own party!

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Tocca Finita Styling women for over 26 years Tocca Finita has evolved into an intimate and modern fashion destination.

Tocca Finita showcases European, American and Canadian designers/collections such as Riani, Laurel, Luisa Cerano, Marc Cain, Cambio, Vince, Eileen Fisher, Nicole Miller, Diane Von Furstenburg, Max Mara Weekend, Zac Posen, Marie Saint Pierre, and Suzi Roher just to name a few. For a one-stop shopping experience let one of our fashion consultants assist you in creating your own personal style.

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M for Men M for Men is a gathering place for the fashion-conscious modern man.

The clean, tailored craftsmanship synonymous with European brands dominates M for Men collections.

Pal Zileri, Gran Sasso, Xacus Shirts, tailored Jeans by Jacob Cohen, footwear by Scarpe di Bianco, Swims and Donald J Pliner are just a few designers available each season.

Owner Patrizio Del Bianco shares 40 years of experience, walking his clients through the ins and outs of dressing with distinction and comfort. Simply put; M for Men provides the personalized service and the season’s latest trends to help you look and feel your best.

Expect more from your clothier.

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EXCEPTIONAL EVENTS COMPLEMENTING DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE’S INCREDIBLE DINING AND SHOPPING EXPERIENCE ARE THE AREA’S EXCEPTIONAL EVENTS TAKING PLACE ALL YEAR ROUND.

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Complementing Downtown Oakville’s incredible dining and shopping experience are the area’s exceptional events taking place all year round, especially throughout the winter. From holiday celebrations to ice skating to taking in a show, discover Downtown Oakville’s family-friendly events this winter.

O CHRISTMAS TREE This holiday season, Downtown Oakville is where Christmas comes to life. Visit the 25 ft. spruce Christmas tree in Towne Square designed by Khachi Design Group. An elegant addition to the festive surroundings, Khachi will design this year’s tree in champagne, gold, cream and teal colours to create a luxurious feel and warm celebratory mood.

This colour theme will be carried throughout the entire downtown in hanging baskets, banners and lighting. It’s a must see this holiday season. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on November 14 from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy incredible entertainment, caroling and treats and receive a free photo with Santa from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

RBC SKATE IN THE SQUARE RBC Skate in the Square welcomes skaters from November 29 to February 28, 2015 daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. In its second year in Towne Square, the RBC Skate in the Square is the perfect place to learn to skate, enjoy time with family or take a date. The unique synthetic skating rink is made of polymer material and is designed for using normal metal-bladed ice skates and is ready in all types of weather. This winter you have no excuse not to get outside and enjoy our beautiful weather!

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RBC SKATE IN THE SQUARE IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO LEARN TO SKATE, ENJOY TIME WITH FAMILY OR TAKE A DATE.

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“We are so fortunate to have so many renowned chefs right here at home – it’s easy to enjoy culinary masterpieces without travelling the world,” says Sharlene Plewman, executive director, Downtown Oakville BIA. “With this year including even more restaurants, your taste buds will luxuriate in all that there is to experience.”

When lacing up your skates or taking a break to warm up, do it in the comfort of the Khachi-designed warming stations. The Khachi Design Group has teamed up with Downtown Oakville again this holiday season and have designed two LACFOIL huts for the public to enjoy when they come down for a skate.

A TASTE OF OAKVILLE For the first time this year, restaurants from across Oakville have joined together for A Taste of Oakville. Running from January 26 to February 12, 2015 this event promises to be a culinary treat. Discover the fabulous restaurants that Oakville has to offer as 15 of Downtown Oakville’s finest restaurants join with select restaurants from across Oakville to offer signature prix-fixe lunch and/or dinner menus. With prix-fixe menus that offer amazing value and vast culinary selection, your taste buds can travel the world without leaving Oakville.

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Long time favourites and new gems featured during A Taste of Oakville include Jonathans which is consistently voted a favourite both locally and nationally for their excellent cuisine. This restaurant has been a staple in Downtown Oakville for over 30 years with an outdoor patio and seven dining rooms. Join Jonathans for A Taste of Oakville to try the prix-fixe menu, you won’t be disappointed. jonathansofoakville.com Another downtown favourite, Seasons, will also be taking part in A Taste of Oakville.

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WHATEVER YOUR TASTES OR INTERESTS, DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE HAS WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR, AND A LITTLE TASTE OF LUXURY CAN BE FOUND AROUND EVERY CORNER.

DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE HAS IT ALL After 18 years of operation, Seasons has created its own history as one of Oakville’s finest dining establishments.

Featuring an elegant yet warm atmosphere, extensive but moderately-priced wine list and a constantly changing menu of creative culinary delight, owners George and Tammy, along with Executive Chef Peter, have established a focal point on Oakville’s prestigious “restaurant row”.

Don’t miss the opportunity for a private dining experience in their new wine cellar. www.seasonsrestaurant.ca

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Piazza Bistro, one of Downtown Oakville’s newest gems, is located in Towne Square and is quickly becoming a favourite of many visitors. Open daily for lunch and dinner, they specialize in handcrafted Italian delicacies; everything from gelato to gnocchi is available and presented with great attention to detail. Visit Piazza Bistro this January and see what their chef has planned for the prix-fixe menu.

Whatever your tastes or interests, Downtown Oakville has what you are looking for, and a little taste of luxury can be found around every corner. If you are someone who is well acquainted with the downtown, there is always something new to find and if you are a first time visitor you are sure to find an incredible experience of luxury. From spas to high fashion boutiques to one-of-a-kind galleries, antique shops, festivals and, of course, a few holiday events to keep you busy this November through to February, Downtown Oakville is the place to be not just this winter but all year long.

There is something for everyone to do in Downtown Oakville, from shopping to dining to enjoying great events and festivals. Have your pick of theatre, dance, music or comedy at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts. If art is your passion, enjoy walking from gallery to gallery along historic downtown streets or visit the new Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre.

If you’re a history buff, visit the Oakville Museum. You can also immerse yourself in the Downtown Oakville Jazz Festival and Oakville Children’s Festival during the summer, or the wide range of activities organized each season by Oakville’s Downtown BIA. Whatever your interests or tastes, Downtown Oakville has it all. Visit oakvilledowntown.com.

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6 LOTS SOLD EDGEWATER ESTATES LOTS FROM $1,379,000 | HOMES FROM $2,633,000 Lot 2 | North West Exposure | 100’ x 205’ $1,473,000 Lot 3 | West Exposure | 100’ x 215’ $1,498,000 Lot 7 | West Exposure | 100.6’ x 150’ $1,398,000 Lot 8 | West Exposure | 102’ x 150’ $1,459,000 Lot 10 | South West Exposure | 100’ x 240’ $3,598,000 Lot 11 | South East Exposure | 131’ x 155’ $3,159,000 Lot 16 | East Exposure | 129.8’ x 115’ $1,379,000 South West Oakville | 394 Lakeshore Road West 14 Interior Lots | 2 Lakefront Lots | 2 Model Homes Under Construction

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SOLD 2250 DOULTON DRIVE $2,998,000 PART 1 Sheridan | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

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1116 WESTDALE ROAD $2,788,000 .48 ACRES South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu

530 MAPLE AVENUE Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

$1,195,995

1120 WESTDALE ROAD $2,888,000 .58 ACRES South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu

1128 WESTDALE ROAD $2,988,000 .65 ACRES South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu

534 MAPLE AVENUE $2,245,995 Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

422 CHARTWELL ROAD $2,745,995 Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

416 CHARTWELL ROAD $2,469,995 Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

414 CHARTWELL ROAD $2,745,995 Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

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2345 ONTARIO STREET Bronte | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Maggie Newlove

1000 GOFFAT ISLAND Goffat Island | Ramara *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

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PENMAN ISLAND $1,895,000 – LAKE ROSSEAU Lake Rosseau | Muskoka Lakes *Christopher Invidiata & *Kirsten Leggat

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1218 LAKESHORE ROAD WEST South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata,**Maggie Newlove & *Mariola Broder

$3,995,000

10 MAPLE GROVE DRIVE | UNIT 22 Morrison | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata

$3,998,000

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1550 BAYVIEW ROAD South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu

$4,650,000

SOLD 928 LYNNROD COURT Lorne Park | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Marija Kolesar

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$5,750,000

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140 OAKLANDS PARK COURT Aldershot South | Burlington *Christopher Invidiata, *Pamela Gottschalk & *Shae Invidiata

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1100 DELBROOKE ROAD Dwight | Lake of Bays *Christopher Invidiata

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48 ROYAL OAK DRIVE Barrie *Christopher Invidiata

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SOLD 2100 LAKESHORE ROAD EAST South East Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

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Knar Jewellery: Curating the most luxurious and creative jewellery collections in the world

By Nneka Onwualu

Hans D. Kreiger

In the world of fashion, travel, automobiles and art, there are those who truly appreciate the skill and fine craftsmanship that goes into designing, creating and building the most exquisite, original and luxurious brands. In the world of jewellery, the same holds true, a fact Knar Jewellery has known since its inception over 35 years ago. With a highly curated collection of jewellery from a range of designers and luxury brands, Knar has built a reputation for carrying only the finest jewellery, watches and accessories by top names such as Rolex, Chopard, Hermes and Hearts on Fire diamonds, as well as a select group of European and North American designers.

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Founded in 1978 in Guelph, Ont. by brothers Greg and Jeff Buzbuzian, Knar specializes in bringing the most innovative styles to their clientele, showcasing premier fine jewellery and timepieces in their stores in Guelph, Waterloo, Oakville and Toronto. Their expertise in knowing exactly what jewellery and accessories their clients will love is a direct reflection of their deep understanding of what luxury truly means. “Luxury is attention to detail, originality, exclusivity and, above all else, quality,” explains Jeff. “We stand behind every piece of jewellery and behind every brand we carry. With a focus on exceeding our clients’ expectations, we only offer the most reputable and world-renowned brands and we continuously invest time searching for the most creative collections available today.”

Just as Ferrari and Rolls Royce are brands known the world over, there are luxury jewellery brands that are just as recognizable. “If you were to think of diamonds you would probably think Debeers and for luxury timepieces, Rolex would most certainly come to mind,” remarks Jeff.

“But there are several brands that we offer that may not necessarily be known to everyone. That’s what makes our business so exciting. Our curated collections are not only exceptional but also represent a level of sophistication, quality and innovation that our clients have come to expect. We are proud to help our clients discover new brands in their search for uniqueness in finest jewels and accessories.”

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Of the carefully curated collection of luxury jewellery brands Knar carries, Greg and Jeff point out these six lines as ones that personify what luxury truly means: MIKIMOTO: A FUSION OF QUALITY AND DESIGN Since 1893, when Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in producing the world’s first cultured pearl, the house of Mikimoto has continued to design the most beautiful pearls. Carrying on Kokichi Mikimoto’s wish to “grace the necks of women everywhere in the world with pearls,” the company continues to be synonymous with value, quality, and beauty. Known for mastering techniques such as millegrain, openwork, and Keshi pearl beadwork, Mikimoto skillfully blends traditional Japanese metalworking craftsmanship with European manufacturing techniques to create the distinctive Mikimoto style.

ANTONINI: THE SOPHISTICATION OF ITALIAN DESIGN Antonini is an Italian jewellery company that has been in business since 1919, having begun as a trading firm of unique diamonds and superb gemstones in Milan. Initially a favourite of the Italian aristocracy, Antonini today boasts top-quality craftsmanship and powerful design concepts. Over the years, Antonini has built a reputation for inventive designs and creativity and of blending modern femininity with timeless elegant jewellery. Winner of the “Diamond International Award,” the most coveted recognition in the gold sector, the Antonini collections include Milano, Istanbul, Anniversary, Barcellona, Alaska, Antartica, Panama, Barcellona New Mood, Australia, and Malibu. Each collection represents its own dynamic characters and attention to modern detail.

HANS D. KREIGER: A PASSION FOR BEAUTIFUL STONES A relatively new partnership has brought the stunning work of Hans D. Krieger to Knar Jewellery. Hans D. Krieger has engaged in the trade and processing of precious stones since 1720. The company’s style is recognizable in its use of fabulous natural gemstone colours.

Classic yet modern and timeless in its beauty, the creations of Hans D Krieger focuses on selecting rough stones in pristine white or natural colours, like brown diamonds, and then cutting and polishing them until they gleam.

COMITTI: JEWELLERY FOR THE HOME Named after Italian precision instrument maker, Onorato Comitti, this clock making company is now known more for creating works of art than for making clocks. Dedicated to the pursuit of perfection and innovation, Comitti has achieved an unsurpassed reputation as one of the finest clockmakers in England.

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Original Comitti barometers and clocks from the company’s early days are now sought-after and valuable antiques. Some of the Comitti styles created in the late 1800s continue to be made today, using many of the same techniques.

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Comitti Clocks

“The genius at the heart of this clock making company is housed in the Comitti Navigator,” explains Jeff. Based on the world’s first reliable marine chronometer, the Comitti Navigator clock is a tribute to John Harrison (1693-1776) whose groundbreaking invention enabled mariners to calculate longitude to accurately chart their position on the map. A commemorative edition of this dynamic and striking clock was created in 2012 for Buckingham Palace in celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

JOHN HARDY: A CANADIAN SUCCESS STORY John Hardy jewellery was founded by Canadian designer and artist, John Hardy, in 1975. After visiting Bali where he was influenced by the island’s jewellerymaking traditions, Hardy began working with local artisans to create bracelets, rings, earrings and necklaces that are intricately crafted with unexpected materials. Today, John Hardy is known for its designs in sterling silver and for using traditional Balinese jewellerymaking techniques and patterns to create modern pieces, including using oxidized (black) silver to create contrast and texture in strong rhythmic patterns.

This technique can be found in collections such as Bamboo, Carved Chain, Dot, Kali, Naga, and Palu.

ROLEX

has been the leader of innovation in timekeeping.

ROLEX: THE MOST RECOGNIZED WATCHES WORLDWIDE Jeff describes Rolex as the “King” of watches and admits that while known the world over, this luxury brand is worth the mention. Wilsdorf & Davis was founded in 1905; in 1908 Hans Wilsdorf coined the name “Rolex”. Rolex offers a multitude of exquisite models, including the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona, Datejust, Yacht-Master & Yacht-Master II, Rolex Deepsea, Sea-Dweller 4000, Submariner & Submariner Date, GMT-Master II, Explorer & Explorer II, Milgauss, Day-Date & Day-Date II, Lady-Datejust, Lady-Datejust Pearlmaster, Lady Oyster Perpetual and Oyster Perpetual.

Available in 18kt gold, 904L steel, and Rolesor, some models feature diamonds and exotic materials such as black Mother-of-Pearl.

From pearls to diamonds to semiprecious stones of the finest quality to some of the most innovative and creative designs in the world, Knar strives to curate collections that will dazzle and inspire those who appreciate the

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enduring qualities of luxury Jewellery and timepieces. From the most famous brands to ones that have been chosen simply for their exquisite craftsmanship, Knar invites you to discover all that the world of luxury jewellery has to offer.

Experience luxury jewellery at Knar Jewellery. knar.com.

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discover all that the world of luxury jewellery has to offer.

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FERRETTI 650 Understanding the needs of the serious yachtsman has resulted in a perfect blend of Italian style and industry-leading technology. Innovative curves and stunning performance will leave you and your guests breathless.

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Ghost Series II forges a silent path of serenity through an ever-changing world.

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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Toronto 740 Dupont Street, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6G 1Z6 T. 416.530.1880 www.rolls-roycemotorcars-toronto.com © Copyright Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Limited 2014. The Rolls-Royce name and logo are registered trademarks.

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199 CHARTWELL ROAD South East Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, **Maggie Newlove & *Marija Kolesar

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2450 DOULTON PLACE Sheridan | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Pamela Gottschalk & *Mike Howarth

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2215 DOULTON DRIVE Sheridan | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

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THE INVIDIATA TEAM *Christopher Invidiata began his real estate career in 1985 as he was looking for a profession that would allow him to be actively involved and present in his family life – a career that would keep him close to home. Today Christopher has two wonderful children, Shae and Caleb, and an incredible wife of over 30 years, Lesley, who has supported Christopher’s visions and efforts in business.

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“Coming together is a beginning.

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For decades Christopher has been a leader in the community and loves to give back as he believes “we are blessed to be a blessing.” Christopher has been a consistent supporter of many charities including, but not limited to, Sick Kids Hospital, Children Miracle Network, Circle of Care, Run For Life, Dreams Take Flight, The Fight Against Breast Cancer, and The Red Cross. The “secret” behind Christopher’s success has been loving people, whether they are part of the community or clients. Christopher is recognized as one of the most successful Real Estate professionals Canada has known. He is RE/MAX’s leading Residential Realtor for Canada; serving the Greater Toronto Area for 25 years and specializing in Oakville’s waterfront property since 1987. RE/MAX is the largest real estate company in the world. With over 100,000 Sales Associates in more than 6,300 offices operating in more than 78 countries worldwide RE/MAX recognizes Christopher as a “true leader amongst the leaders of the Real Estate Industry.”

Christopher has sold some of Canada’s most expensive residential properties, including properties on Oakville’s waterfront. Christopher’s expertise in the Real Estate arena has made him a sought after speaker and mentor to real estate professionals in Canada, the United States, Italy, Turkey and Argentina. Christopher’s specialization in luxury real estate has made his team #1 in Canada for 12 years since 2001 and again in 2013. In 2007 and 2012, Christopher’s team achieved the prestigious honour of being the #1 RE/MAX Team worldwide, and in 2010, 2011 and 2013 achieved #2 RE/MAX Team worldwide.

Christopher is one of the few RE/MAX agents to ever receive the Circle of Legends award. Recently Christopher was appointed to the Board of Regents, an exclusive membership of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate. In October 2011, Christopher received the Billionaire’s Club award presented by John Brian Losh, Publisher of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate. The Billionaire’s award is given to agents who have achieved over a billion dollars in sales volume during their career. This year, the marketing team was awarded the number one print marketing award from Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate. Christopher continues to drive and push the real estate industry in creative and innovative directions, continuously giving clients the ultimate real estate experience.

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