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BURLINGTON/OAKVILLE EDITION

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EDITOR’S NOTE

So Long Sweet Summer Christopher Invidiata Editor

While summer is supposed to be one of the more relaxing times of the year, it is more often than not the busiest. This was especially true for the real estate market over the past few months. Lower interest rates have kept the market buzzing all summer long and we’re looking forward to this trend carrying over into the fall and winter months as well.

Burlington and Oakville have always been close to my heart, and watching these communities grow and blossom into what they are today has been both a pleasure and a privilege. Invidiata Home &

Lifestyle is my way of sharing all that these great cities have to offer.

Inside these pages you will find properties from both of these areas, but more importantly you’ll learn about great local businesses and community events that bring the residents within them together.

I want to thank all of our partners for being a part of this publication. We look forward to working together to strengthen it in the future.

Sincerely,

Christopher Invidiata Team Leader, Sales Representative, Principal Realtor

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

SEPTEMBER/ OCTOBER 2015

The Invidiata Magazine PUBLISHER Preferred Publishing EDITORS Christopher Invidiata

Back to Reality Lauren Lowe Publisher

Caleb Invidiata Lauren Lowe Erica Nelson CREATIVE DIRECTOR Cathryn Haynes CONTRIBUTORS Rhiannon Kay Linda Leatherdale

As summer comes to a bittersweet end, we’re very excited to see the leaves begin to turn and mark the beginning of autumn.

For all of us at Preferred Publishing there is no better way to celebrate the change in seasons than with this new issue of Invidiata Home & Lifestyle.

Autumn is a perfect time for pushing the reset button and getting back to reality. Often you find yourself wanting to get things organized and back on track. In this issue of

Invidiata Home & Lifestyle, we’ve featured articles that can help you do just that. Whether it’s ensuring your children have a great back-to-school smile with Burlington Pediatric Dentistry or shortening your to-do list by having your fresh, organic fruits and vegetables delivered right to your door by Organics Live, this issue is all about ways to ease this busy time of year.

Erica Nelson CREATIVE DESIGNER Jennifer Douglas PHOTOGRAPHERS Geoff Grenville Caleb Invidiata Lauren Leies Sam Michaud Tina Picard ADVERTISING SALES Katie Taylor FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES Please contact Katie Taylor at 289.337.0765 or email

As always, we’re excited to showcase the beautiful homes that Oakville and Burlington

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CONTENTS 10

Happy Healthy Smiles Bright Results at Burlington Pediatric Dentistry

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Invidiata Presents A Collection of Fine Homes

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preventable: “As early as the eruption of a first tooth, we can The Burlington Pediatric Dentistry Team (left to right) is Julie, Pamela, Dr. Daniel and Dorina.

identify what the current risks of decay or cavities are for your family and child”.

Children present unique and varying dental care needs. For this reason Dr. Daniel approaches each child and family with tailored home care plans and in-office preventive care, including cleanings, check-ups and fluoride, as well as in-office procedures with the options of sedation or anesthesia.

“By providing a dental routine and positive dental association at a young age we partner with parents and children to build the foundation for a lifetime of healthy teeth and smiles,” expressed Dr. Daniel.

Burlington Pediatric Dentistry’s mission is to provide expert care for children in a relaxing and reassuring environment. They take

rents a p h r wit e n t r a build p o e t n “W ildre h c n for o i and t a ound f e h t e of m i t e a lif eeth t y h t heal iles.” m s and At Burlington Pediatric Dentistry children leave with a sense of pride and accomplishment every day.

As adults, going to the dentist for routine check-ups is a critical part of our overall health care, and for kids this rule of thumb is the same. It may come as a surprise to some, but the most common disease in children is dental caries, also known as cavities. Early childhood dental caries is more common than asthma; in North America the infectious disease will affect more than 40% of children by the age of six.

That’s why Dr. Daniel encourages “First tooth, First visit,” an initiative led by the Canadian Dental Association. He says early examination is important, as dental issues are largely

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the time for caring, comforting, and courteous engagement at every step – never rushing decisions and always communicating with kindness. “We hear from the families we care for that these values are present at every visit,” says Dr. Daniel.

The office itself offers a playground-like feel to help make the child’s experience even more memorable. The environment was designed solely with children in mind. The large open space features bright and fun colours, televisions over every chair with headphones, a waiting room with a tree house, game tablets, a reading centre and a two-sided fish tank.

Dr. Daniel explains that while his work is serious and vital, it is also extremely rewarding: “I love helping children have healthy smiles every day and that I get to smile alongside them.”

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Every child deserves a smile as bright as their future. Dr. Daniel Charland and the team at Burlington Pediatric Dentistry are welcoming new patients with no referral needed.

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25 Kingsbridge Garden Circle $649,000 Hurontario | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Shae Invidiata

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

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$629,900

299 Church Street $1,495,000 Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & *Mariola Broder

485 Berkley Court River Oaks | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Kelly Rowe & *Shae Invidiata

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520 Trillium Drive West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat

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185 Burton Road $1,899,000 West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat

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265 Dunwoody Drive Morrison | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

11 Bronte Road | Penthouse 3 Bronte | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Claudia Chopik

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276 Douglas Avenue Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Kirsten Leggat

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416 Chartwell Road Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth

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121 Wolfdale Avenue South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Claudia Chopik

20 Lambert Common | Edgewater Estates South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Mike Howarth, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat

410 Drummond Road South East Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Marija Kolesar

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495 MacDonald Road Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Kirsten Leggat & *Aimee Kain

1550 Bayview Road South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu

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228 Lakewood Drive Central Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Marija Kolesar

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1182 Tecumseh Park Drive Lorne Park | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mariola Broder & *Marija Kolesar

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$2,990,000 Lorne Park | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mariola Broder & *Marija Kolesar

148 Kenollie Avenue $2,495,000 Mineola | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mike Howarth & **Donna Gray

1426 Crescent Road Lorne Park | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & **Donna Gray

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2338 Prince John Boulevard Sheridan | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

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3262 Lakeland Crescent Roseland | Burlington *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & **Maggie Newlove

$4,990,000

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1400 Watersedge Road Rattray Marsh | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu

$5,498,000

2401 Doulton Place Doulton Estates | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

$6,999,000

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2428 Doulton Place Doulton Estates | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mike Howarth & *Pamela Gottschalk

2215 Doulton Drive Doulton Estates | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

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1000 Goffat Island Ramara *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk

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AGENT PROFILE

Marija Kolesar has been helping her clients reach their goals in real estate for over 18 years. She has been a part of the Invidiata Team just as long. Marija has a strong passion and comprehensive knowledge of the ever-changing landscape that is the real estate market. This helps to ensure her clients are always satisfied with their experiences. Marija is an expert negotiator and has mastered the art of both buying and selling in the upscale market.

What Marija loves most about her line of work is building both meaningful and lasting relationships with her clients.

She has never seen what she does as a business transaction but, rather, a way of developing a bond with her clients that is based on a fundamental feeling of trust and security.

Marija has a solid reputation for her work based on integrity and enthusiasm, both of which ease the mind of prospective buyers or sellers.

Marija has an extensive portfolio behind her. She holds the designation of Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and has been awarded RE/MAX’s prestigious Platinum Club and Hall of Fame awards. Her skill set goes well beyond her knowledge of real estate and extends into areas of interior design, building and renovating. For all these reasons, a buying or selling experience with Marija is not your typical real estate experience.

For more information visit www.invidiata.com or reach out to Marija directly at marija@theinvteam.com.

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HARBOUR Oakville’s Hidden Historical Gem

By Linda Leatherdale, VP Cambria Canada In our booming real estate world where the golden rule is “location, location, location”, it’s mind blowing there are still some best kept secrets.

One of the best kept secrets is beautiful Bronte Harbour – a historic fishing village that boasts one of the most pristine harbours on Lake Ontario. Ironically, Bronte Harbour is part of a desirable area coined by real estate guru Christopher Invidiata as “Oakville’s Golden Coast” where million-dollar-plus mansions are being snapped up by buyers, both domestic and offshore, and where average prices shot up 14% since last year. Yet, up until now, Bronte was a sleepy village snubbed by its richer East Oakville neighbours as the wrong side of the tracks.

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lakeside paradise Along village streets, clapboard cottages

into the Town of Oakville, yet this historic

owned by former Interbrew chairman

and tired bungalows are being torn down

lakeside hub still boast its own unique

Hugo Powell.

and replaced with luxury homes, which are

identity, with two open and publicly acces-

in hot demand by nouveau Brontonians

sible inner and outer harbours, trendy little

Now Capuano is building in Bronte and

who have discovered this lakeside

boutiques, galleries and restaurants, along

he most recently won the Best Custom

paradise that is so steeped in history.

with a view that is to die for.

Build Award from BILD (Building Industry

Bronte Village was established in 1834,

and Land Development Association) for

but dates back to 1806 with the Battle

A builder who has fallen in love with

a Cape Code inspired, energy efficient

of Trafalgar, making the village one

Bronte Harbour is Filippo Capuano,

home he built just blocks from where

of Ontario’s oldest

owner of Chatsworth

he keeps his boat at the Bronte Outer

communities. At first,

Fine Homes. Capuano

Harbour Marina. His family now resides

is an avid boater who

in this home, and Capuaono is continuing

explains how Bronte

to build new homes in Bronte.

it was a commercial shipping centre for grain and timber, then evolved into a commercial fishing port by the 19th century. It also

In the early 1960s, it was amalgamated into the Town of Oakville, yet this historic lakeside hub still boast its own

thrived on ship building

unique identity!

Harbour conjures up fond memories of

“It’s the fun the water provides, great

vacationing in the

recollections of endless summers, lazy

seaside of Wales, after

afternoons in a seaside town, that are all

his family moved from

imprinted indelibly on my mind. To me

and stone hooking (the

Italy to England in 1952.

Bronte offers that seaside feel with its

dredging of stone from

The family immigrated to

strong identity with the harbour, boats,

the lake’s bottom), and to this day a

Canada in the 1970s, and in 1980 Capuano

fishing. So living here in a coastal, seaside

historic stone building crafted through

formed Chatsworth Fine Homes, followed

feeling house is a dream come true,”

the use of stone hooking sits on Bronte

by Chatsworth Project Management

says Capuano.

Road. This building, formerly Stoneboats

10 years ago. For years, he specialized

Restaurant, is now Yolanda’s. Following

in building in East Oakville, where his

Bronte BIA (Business Improvement Area)

two World Wars, Bronte became a vacation

crowning glory was achieved by building

chair Mary Roberts is excited that such

destination for wealthy Torontonians. Later

Chelster Hall, one of the largest homes

award-winning builders are flocking to

on in the early 1960s, it was amalgamated

in Canada at 47,000 square feet and

Bronte Village. “This is a very desirable

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place in which to live, work and play,”

and walking trails, which are part of

says Roberts. She added that the BIA

the Waterfront Trail system. There is

participated in a panel

also the historic

assessing Bronte’s

Sovereign House

potential and one of the

Take a stroll down the

with its lush gardens

experts, architect Ralph

spectacular Heritage

on the Bronte Bluffs

Gianonne of Gianonne

Waterfront Park that

and the Fishermen’s

Petricone Associates,

includes a boardwalk

Memorial on the Pier.

stated, “Bronte is the

and pier, lighthouse,

Other attractions are

next great thing on

beach, bluffs, parklands,

leisurely lake cruises or

Lake Ontario.”

cycling and walking trails.

sport-fishing charters.

A bonus: In Bronte,

Roberts urges visitors

parking is free.

to take a stroll down the spectacular

This summer, be sure to check out

Heritage Waterfront Park that includes

some of Bronte Harbour’s upcoming

a boardwalk and pier, lighthouse,

events filled with art, culture, history,

beach, bluffs, parklands, cycling

food and more.

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SOVEREIGN HOUSE ART SHOW SEPT 12 TO SEPT 23 Features the last show of the season with the work of artists B. Duzyk, M.J. Mailloux & M. Nettleton in this historical museum on Bronte Bluffs with lush gardens off West River St. Bronte, former home of Charles Sovereign and then Jalna series writer Mazo de la Roche. brontevillage.net/event/name/ the-charles-sovereignmazo-de-la-roche-heritagedisplay-centre-bronte-historicalsociety/

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A weekend event of arts and culture in Bronte, including many events at the Queen Elizabeth Park Cultural Centre nearby. culturedays.ca

DOORS OPEN FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER Residents and visitors are invited to discover first-hand Ontario’s hidden heritage treasures, some of which have never been open to the public. doorsopenontario.on.ca For more information, visit Bronte BIA at www.brontevillage.net info@brontevillage.net For recent event videos visit: Facebook: BronteEvents Twitter: Bronte_Oakville YouTube: BronteBIAOakville

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ONE EIGHT YEAR OLD’S MISSION TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

By Erica Nelson The mind of a child is truly remarkable.

They are not weighed down by the pressures of adulthood or imposed ideas of proper social conduct. They are free to explore and wander freely at will, and more often than not they stumble on things that continue to impress and surprise even the most intelligent adults.

One of the greatest issues facing children today is bullying. It is a worldwide problem that individuals battle daily, and just recently a young girl from Burlington, ON decided it was her turn to try and help put an end to it.

Eight-year-old Devon wants to help make a difference, which is why she started

DEVON’S

t n e m sh e RefrSTAND

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offices in Burlington, Oakville and Milton all aimed at achieving optimal mental health in kids and families. Since 1974, ROCK has been providing a multi-disciplinary approach to the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and families. In August of 2014, the Ministry of Children and Youth Services chose ROCK to be the lead agency for child and youth and mental services for the Region of Halton.

Devon’s parents are extremely proud of their young daughter. They also believe this will be a beneficial lesson for her in money management. “She’s learning how to run a business. She can now look at what she made in one weekend, budget how much she needs to buy

Devon

more supplies for the following

her own refreshment stand and plans

freezies,

to donate all the proceeds to ROCK

Gatorade and

Reach Out Centre for Kids. ROCK is an

other tasty

organization that helps combat bullying

treats that

and many other issues facing children

help you cool

and families in the Halton Region.

off on these hot summer days. She

WANTS TO HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE, which is why she started her own refreshment stand and plans to donate all the proceeds to ROCK!

weekend, and knows that what’s left over is her profit, or in this case her donation. It’s like Business Class 101,” her mother elaborates.

If Devon’s story has inspired you, there are lots

“Devon notices things that don’t

has already raised

necessarily register with other eight year

over $100.00 to donate

olds. She’s very aware of what happens

to ROCK to help them improve

help support different initiatives

not only in her world, but in everyone’s,”

the lives of children all over the

within your community. If you would

explains her mother.

Halton Region. She’s attracted all

like to do something to help support

sorts of visitors, including a member

ROCK and their services in

of the Halton Police Force.

children’s mental health

Since she was even younger than she is

visit rockonline.ca for

now, Devon has wanted to build her own lemonade stand; she even drew a picture

“A police man came over to my stand and

of what she wanted it to look like when she

bought a Gatorade for ten dollars, that’s a

was just four years old. That picture has

lot more than Gatorade costs in the store!”

since hung in the garage of the family’s

Devon explains. When asked why she

Burlington home, and now that she’s old

thinks he paid so much for one drink,

enough her parents decided it was time to

she simply said, “Because he wants to

make it a reality.

help just like I do.”

Devon actively runs her refreshment stand

It is this kind of generosity that keeps

on the weekends selling lemonade,

organizations like ROCK alive. ROCK has

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of ways to get involved and

more information.

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HELP US END THE WAIT ROCK Reach Out Centre for Kids has been providing mental health services since 1974. In 2014, the Ministry of Children and Youth Services chose ROCK to be the lead agency for the child and youth mental health sector in the Region of Halton. Our mission is to work together to promote and achieve optimal mental health in kids and families.

DID YOU KNOW… 1. In Canada, only 1 in 5 children who require mental health care services actually receives them?

2. It is estimated that 10-20 per cent of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder?

3. Canada’s youth suicide rate is the third highest in the industrialized world?

4. A total of 3.2 million children between the ages of 12-19 in Canada are at risk for developing depression?

The current wait time for mental health care services in Canada is well over a year and there are over 800 children in the Halton Region right now waiting for help from ROCK. These very real statistics will never change if we are not able to help children and families in need. Help us end the wait.

“WE CANNOT ESCAPE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF TOMORROW BY EVADING IT TODAY.” If you would like to donate to our cause and help us end the wait, please visit rockonline.ca

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“We are delivering a service to a great community that is looking for ways to give back to the world,” – Alejandro Mercado, Organics Live Owner

With his wife of 22 years, Fernanda, and their two sons, Santiago and Rodrigo, Alejandro joined grocery delivery service Organics Live a year ago and business is booming. Together, along with 12 additional drivers, they deliver affordable certified organic food to homes in Oakville-Burlington.

The Mercado family were in fact Organics Live customers before deciding to become local

ORGANICS LIVE BOTTOM LINE

The Mercado family.

Sustainable food production and consumption will continue to be a key driver of healthy bodies, communities and economies.

owners themselves.

family, and Alejandro

“The kids are the best part of making

loves to hear the phone

deliveries,” says Scavuzzo, 27, who moved

buzz. “The whole process is just fantastic,” he says.

“We’re part of their lives and

to Port Credit to be part of the Organics Live community. “When I deliver to one family, one of the kids loves to open the

The Oakville-Burlington community quickly

they’re eating healthier because of it.

box and smell the produce, smiling from

embraced the convenience of having

They’re doing the right thing for the

ear to ear. He loves it and the parents love

healthy food delivered right to their door.

planet and for local businesses

it too, because it’s such a healthy choice.”

Alejandro always smiles when sharing the

and farmers.”

reception he is greeted with upon making

Founded in 2012, Organics Live has always

his deliveries. “We are delivering a service

A customer has even invited one of

been committed to bringing local, certified

to a great community that is looking for

Alejandro’s drivers to join their family

organic produce free of pesticides and

ways to give back to the world,” he says.

for Christmas dinner.

genetically modified organisms right

“People have been very receptive.”

to their customer’s doorsteps. Organics Ben Scavuzzo, an Organics Live owner,

Live is also 100% carbon neutral and is

Organics Live customers have quickly

understands the joy families feel when

always researching ways to further

become part of the extended Mercado

they receive their delivery.

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“Organics provides a way for us to

alongside his mother, Luba. “You

move forward to a more sustainable food

have to shop, running around

system,” says Scavuzzo.

from store to store.”

When it comes to growing food in your

Organics Live offers

own yard or knowing your local farmer,

three sizes of boxes;

organic certification is the best way to

small, regular, and

know with certainty where your food is

large, along with a fruit-

coming from and how your food is grown.

only box, which can be

Organics Live also continues to works

delivered either weekly or

closely with local farmers to create local

bi-weekly to suit a household of any

system, and can be spotted at many

organic food hubs, greatly expanding the

size. All boxes are easily customized

local community events. They are also

certified organic food options available

before delivery through the company’s

members of the Oakville and Burlington

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Chambers of Commerce.

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in on the fun of choosing weekly box conWith hectic schedules and a lot on their

tents. Customization takes less than five

With no commitment necessary, customers

plates, it can be challenging finding

minutes and is always free of charge.

can also pause or cancel at anytime at no

organic foods to feed your family. So

additional cost. “I invite you to taste it

the Organics Live box provides a sense

Customers are treated like family at

yourself for a couple of weeks or maybe

of stress-free shopping.

Organics Live and total customer satis-

a few months,” says Alejandro, “and see

faction is a cornerstone of the business,

the results for yourself.”

“I definitely experienced the retail strug-

meaning any produce that is below par

gle – a lack of selection and availability,”

is refunded, no questions asked!

says Richard Hlavek, who had been eating

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“Organics provides a way for us to move forward to a more sustainable food system,” – Ben Scavuzzo, Organics Live Owner

Contact Your Local Organics Live Owners

Alejandro Mecado (Oakville & Burlington) 905.240.5470 (Burlington) or 289-210-0754 (Oakville) alejandro@organicslive.com

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Ben Scavuzzo (Mississagua South) 289.203.1744 ben@organicslive.com

Richard Hlavek (Mississagua North) 289.804.0914 richard.hlavek@organicslive.com

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