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Canopy is a little taste of rural life, without having to leave the city. It’s letting your kids grow up running free, riding bikes, playing in the snow. Here contemporary townhomes back onto 642 acres of trees, trails, meadows and river. It’s the ultimate luxury, expansive natural space, with all the conveniences of the city close at hand.

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FEB 2 – 16, 2018 | VOLUME 3 ISSUE 3

CONTENTS

ON THE COVER:

ANTHEM WYNWOOD GREEN: NATURALLY PARKSIDE

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VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford DIRECTOR OF CONTENT & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Jennifer Reynolds MANAGING EDITOR

Wayne Karl EDITOR

Sonia Bell ACTING ART DIRECTOR

Miguel Cea CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

Marlene Eisner Sara Duck CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Susan M Boyce SALES MANAGER, MULTIMEDIA SOLUTIONS

TRENDING

30 Market News

Five things you need to know about Canadian real estate

50 Investment

The best investment strategies for BC

60 Home Tips

Places at home where germs hide

ADVICE

18 Mortgage Intel

Three tips to make mortgage renewal time easier BY ALYSSA FURTADO

26 GVHBA Report

What you need to know about your home warranty BY BOB DE WIT

34 Condo Sense

Housing market to remain strong, but expect a slightly slower pace BY CAMERON MCNEILL

44 Moving Advice

Five ways to make moving a cleaner, greener process BY CHUCK RESNICK

INSPIRATION

40 Design File

Top 10 home tech options

62 Entertainment File Hostess hacks from designer Janette Ewen

NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

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12 Editor’s Note

Dwayne Rutherford

38 Hot Properties

John Jenkins

56 What’s Online 64 Listings Directory

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PRODUCTION MANAGER

Anthony Majetic GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Miguel Cea PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

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EDITOR’S NOTE

TIME TO GIVE LOCALS A HAND WITH HOMEOWNERSHIP

SONIA BELL EDITOR NextHome

Vancouver’s done it again – it’s made the list of one of the least affordable cities in the world. The 2017 Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey used the “median multiple,” the median home price divided by the median household income, to rank the least affordable markets in nine countries. Of 293 metropolitan housing markets measured, Vancouver ranked third, following Hong Kong and Sydney. Surprised? Not really. There’s nothing truly groundbreaking here – Vancouverites are well aware that their city’s home prices have entered the stratosphere. However, the report put into perspective just how out of reach the housing market has become. The study gave Vancouver a median multiple of 12.6, which means that the median home price is 12.6 times higher than the median household income. Housing markets are deemed affordable when the median home price is no more than three times higher than the median household income, says Demograpia. Vancouver is otherworldly. The study is just one more sign pointing to the need to give Vancouverites a hand with homeownership. One of the latest initiatives is the local-first policy, which aims to help homebuyers get first dibs on new presale opportunities. Many new home builders have embraced the initiative. And while there’s no telling if it will have any real impact on the city’s affordability crisis, at least it’s a step in the right direction.

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This is not an offering for sale. Such offering can only be made by way of disclosure statement. Wynwood Green is developed by Anthem 585 Austin Developments LP. Renderings, sketches, plans and finishes are representational only. Prices are subject to change. E & O.E.

COVER STORY

WYNWOOD GREEN NATURALLY PARKSIDE Soon to ascend gracefully above the tree tops of West Coquitlam, Anthem’s Wynwood Green introduces a breathtaking pair of highrise residences that will be perfectly positioned between the lush fairways of the Vancouver Golf Club and the mature trees of Brookmere Park. STYLISH BY DESIGN

Wynwood Green is distinguished

by a provacative blend of greenery and design. Featuring the crisp, clean lines that define MidCentury Modern architecture, the two towers will be accented with white and charcoal façades as well as spacious balconies that speak to the West Coast passion for outdoor living. Each tower boasts a hotel-inspired open-air arrival courtyard with a water feature plus an elegant lobby with 24-hour

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concierge and fireside lounge. Thoughtful extras sure to inspire and delight include a mini putting green, walking trails, and plenty of outdoor social areas to encourage neighbourly conversation. There’s a bike repair station to keep your two-wheeling transportation in tip-top condition, and even a workshop/hobby room. Residents will also have exclusive access to the Wynwood

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Distinguished by a provacative blend of greenery and design.

Green Pavilion, a 4,500-sq.-ft. amenity space bridging both towers. Here’s where you’ll find a lounge with a catering kitchen and dining room, an expansive courtyard with an indoor and outdoor fireplace and grilling station to encourage al fresco dining parties, as well as a fully equipped fitness centre with an infrared sauna and yoga/ meditation area. NEW LEVELS OF LUXURY

offers unprecedented views, and the Mid-Century inspired design and large floorplans with nineft. ceilings offer both luxury and space – a combination rarely found in condominiums. Best of all, even though you’re only a few blocks from the burgeoning amenities of Lougheed, Wynwood Green feels peaceful and quiet – a welcome retreat in today’s busy urban life. Now who says you can’t have the best of all worlds?

Inside, Wynwood Green homes feature all the attention to detail you’ve come to expect from Anthem. Kitchens with integrated Bosch appliances and pull-out pantries offer plenty of space and functionality for cooking and entertaining, bathrooms that add a touch of decadence to every day, air conditioning, and the contemporary good looks of wide-plank flooring. Rising 23 and 28 storeys high, Wynwood Green

Brought to you by Anthem, Wynwood Green’s presentation centre and display home will open soon at 201 – 1020 Austin Ave. in Coquitlam. Sales are anticipated to begin early this year. To ensure you receive the most up-to-date information as soon as it’s released, register online at wynwoodgreen.ca. You can also call 604.917.0176 or email info@wynwoodgreen.ca.

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+ LOCATION Coquitlam BUILDER Anthem HOME TYPE Highrise

SALES CENTRE 201 – 1020 Austin Ave. (coming soon) CONTACT wynwoodgreen.ca 604.917.0176

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ADVICE | MORTGAGE INTEL

3 TIPS TO MAKE MORTGAGE RENEWAL TIME EASIER

ALYSSA FURTADO

Unless you have the money to pay off the entire balance of your mortgage in your first term, you will have to face a few mortgage renewals. A renewal involves taking the outstanding balance of your mortgage and renewing it for another term at a new (and hopefully lower) interest rate. You’ll know it’s time to renew when your current mortgage provider sends you a renewal notice. It typically includes a new mortgage rate and term offer. However, it’s in your best interest to take a more proactive approach. Here are our top three tips to prepare for an easier mortgage renewal time: 1. CONSIDER YOUR CURRENT FINANCIAL GOALS

Before you simply accept your renewal offer, review your financial goals. First, determine if your current provider can offer a mortgage product that suits your needs. For example, if you have a five-year fixed rate right now, the renewal slip will likely be for another fiveyear fixed. If you think you’ll stay in your home for that amount of time, that works just fine. But if there’s a chance you’ll downsize or move to a new city in the next few years, you may want to look for a threeyear mortgage product instead. Second, consider your prepayment options. If you could

receive a bonus, inheritance or some other source of extra funds, consider how the mortgage renewal could affect your prepayment options. 2. NEGOTIATE AND SHOP AROUND EARLY IN THE PROCESS

Last-minute planning isn’t a winning strategy for mortgage renewals. While your current lender will likely send you a renewal slip sometime in the last 30 days of your mortgage term, you can generally start negotiating as early as 120 days before your maturity date. If you can’t negotiate a better offer, starting early gives you enough time to consider switching providers. You may not be able to switch your mortgage over until your actual renewal date arrives, so it’s best to give a mortgage broker time to find the best product available. 3. ASK FOR A BETTER MORTGAGE RATE

Often, the route to a better

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mortgage rate begins by simply asking for one. Lenders make it incredibly easy for you to renew with them, but you’ll literally pay for the convenience. On average, mortgage providers offer existing customers a discount of only 0.25 per cent off their posted rate upon renewal. Some people are too intimidated to negotiate with lenders. But you can ask your provider for a better mortgage rate and, if they want your business, they will offer you one. And if they don’t, maybe it’s time to shop around. Alyssa Furtado is founder and CEO of RateHub.ca, a website that compares mortgage rates, credit cards, highinterest savings accounts, chequing accounts, and insurance with the goal to empower Canadians to search smarter and save money.

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1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM HOMES IN WEST COQUITLAM STARTING FROM THE MID $400,000s SIMONBYOTIVO.COM The developer reserves the right to make changes, modifications or substitutes to the building design, specifications and floorplans should they be necessary. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. Renderings, views, and layouts are for illustration purposes only. E.&O.E.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

COQUITLAM TOWN CENTRE by MARIA RANTENAN

Coquitlam Town Centre is the vibrant centre developing around the central services of Coquitlam. Bounded on the north by David Avenue, the eastern edge follows Lincoln Avenue from the Coquitlam River to Westwood Street, then heads south along Westwood Street to the CP Railway line. The southern boundary follows the railway line, just north of Lougheed and Barnet highways. THE VIBE

Downtown Coquitlam, the Coquitlam Town Centre, is a study in contrasts: on one side of the

street, there’s a typical suburban mall, Coquitlam Centre, and on the other side of the street, a 100acre park with trails, greenspace and a lake that locals can fish in. Buffering the two is the Evergreen Cultural Centre where residents can partake in a variety of cultural activities, from theatre to music to art shows. IN THE AREA

Shopping, schools, culture and nature – Coquitlam Town Centre has it all. The epicentre of the area is Coquitlam Centre Mall, but it is just one component of this diverse neighbourhood. Douglas College

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attracts students to the area and recreation facilities such as the Pinetree Community Centre and the City Centre Aquatic Centre offer residents opportunities to stay active and engaged in their community. PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES

This area is perfectly positioned for getting around. The West Coast Express picks up downtown commuters in the morning and drops them off in the evening; buses going in every direction connect to the neighbourhood and the SkyTrain Evergreen Line,

HOT SPOTS

TOWN CENTRE PARK AND LAFARGE LAKE Hankering to go fishing? Look no further than this location, where locals can cast a fishing rod in the man-made lake. There are also sports fields and recreation facilities at the 100-acre urban park.

which connects the area to Metro Vancouver’s rapid transit system. For those needing to get farther out, Hwy. 1 makes it a breeze.

But some residents are still feeling the growing pains of a new urban centre, including heavy traffic and construction.

THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE REST

REAL ESTATE

Thirty years ago, a gravel pit was at the centre of Coquitlam Town Centre – it has since been transformed into an urban park, representing the positive changes the neighbourhood has experienced in recent history.

STREET CORNER

Condo towers are fast popping up in Coquitlam Town Centre. The rest of the neighbourhood has mainly older, three-storey walk-up apartments and townhouses, and to the eastern side behind the Town Centre, single-family homes.

“I like living in this area because it’s clean, safe and close to my workplace. I don’t want to spend too much time commuting. Here, I can walk to work and go shopping at Coquitlam Centre.” – LUNA, ACCOUNTANT

“I am tucked away in a quiet area of Coquitlam Town Centre, but I can still walk to urban places. Coquitlam is still a small town – I know the people at the bank and stores.” - KARIN, PARALEGAL “We moved from Surrey to Coquitlam Town Centre because we were downsizing from a home. What we really is the active living in Coquitlam. We don’t spend a lot of time at home—rain or shine, we’re outside.” - JANET, PUBLIC SERVANT

EVERGREEN CULTURAL CENTRE There’s no need for Coquitlam Town Centre residents to go to Vancouver to take in a show – they can walk here to watch live theatre, take in a show or browse the art gallery.

CITY CENTRE AQUATIC CENTRE The wave pool at City Centre Aquatic Centre is always a hit with kids, but the pool offers aquatic lessons and leisure for residents of any age. The centre also includes a fitness gym.

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ADVICE | GVHBA REPORT

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR HOME WARRANTY

BOB DE WIT

Buying a home is one of the most significant investments people will make in their lives. That is why home warranty insurance is an integral part of buying a home, whether it is brand new, a resale home that still has home warranty coverage, or part of a strata plan. Home warranty insurance gives you financial security against risks you cannot control. Here are a few things buyers should keep in mind when looking to build or purchase a new home: KNOW YOUR WARRANTY PROVIDER

Make sure you know who your warranty provider is. Find out by asking your builder, looking for a sticker on the electrical box, or visiting BC Housing’s online New Homes Registry. The warranty provider issues a home warranty insurance policy when the home is completed or occupied. UNDERSTAND YOUR COVERAGE

The provincial government set in place a 2-5-10 New Home Warranty Program. This insurance protects homeowners from a range of construction defects for designated periods of time: two years on labour and materials, five years on the building envelope, including water penetration, and 10 years on the structure. 26 NextHome.ca | Vancouver / Downtown Vancouver

If your new home is included in a strata plan, the home warranty insurance will provide coverage for your unit, plus separate coverage for the common property. For this reason, it is crucial for unit owners to take the time to gain an understanding of the difference between the common property and what is unique to the individual unit being purchased. READ THE FINE PRINT

Always review the fine print of your policy. A few exclusions your policy may include are design, materials; labour supplied by the owner or by someone other than the builder, its workers or subtrades; landscaping; issues arising from the use of the home for nonresidential purposes; or failure of the homeowner to prevent or minimize damage. TALK TO YOUR BUILDER

Some builders may offer additional warranties. Even though the government does not regulate these warranties, they must be enforced like any other contract, so be sure to get any builder warranties in writing. These warranties may be in the name of the builder, so find out if you need to have copies of the manufacturer warranties transferred to you. Once your new home is complete, your builder or warranty provider should give you a home maintenance manual advising how mechanical systems work, where to find controls and a maintenance schedule to help protect and maintain the home. Don’t forget –

your warranty insurance coverage is conditional on the proper maintenance of your home being carried out according to this manual and the minimization of further damages. Be sure to visit the GVHBA consumer blogs to review BC Housing’s guide and checklist to understanding and protecting your home warranty coverage. You can also attend the GVHBA Homebuyer Form on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, where you will gain access to market knowledge from industry experts, not readily found on the internet. To register, visit gvhba.org/event/homebuyerforum/ Bob De Wit is CEO of the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association. Visit gvhba.org

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TIMELESS DESIG N • WORLD C LA SS V IEWS • ELEG A NT HO MES AT PACIF IC AND HORNBY IN D OWNTOWN VA NCO UV ER

1 BEDROOMS

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FROM 884 SF

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FROM 1,245 SF

FROM $890,900

FROM $1,475,900

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YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CANADIAN REAL ESTATE IN 2018 by WAYNE KARL

1 | MORE LOCAL THAN EVER First, there’s no such thing as a Canadian real estate market. You buy one home on one street in one neighbourhood in one city. This is true now more than ever. What happens in Canada’s largest and hottest housing markets, Toronto and Vancouver, respectively, is quite different from that in, say, recovering areas such as Calgary and Edmonton. “Monthly momentum for national home sales activity gained strength late last year, and further expected economic and job growth will buoy sales activity this year despite slightly higher expected interest rates,” Canadian Real Estate Association President Andrew Peck said on Jan. 15 in releasing CREA’s stats for December 2017. “Even so, momentum for home sales differs depending on location and type.” Indeed, it does. “While activity remained below year-ago levels in the GTA, the decline there was more than offset by some sizeable year-over-year gains in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, Vancouver Island, Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa and Montreal.” Then there’s prices. The national average price climbed just 0.04 per cent in December from the previous month, but it declined 1.42 per cent in Oakville-Milton. Looking at a longer-term trend is also important. Using the same Oakville-Milton example, prices were up 58 per cent in December from five years ago, while in Ottawa they’re up just 12.54 per cent, and in Saskatoon, they’re down 3.18 per cent. 30 NextHome.ca | Vancouver / Downtown Vancouver

2 | THE STRESS TEST It will be more difficult to become a homeowner this year. As of Jan. 1, borrowers with uninsured mortgages (those putting a down payment of 20 per cent or more) need to undergo a stress test. They must qualify at a new minimum rate – the greater of the Bank of Canada’s five-year benchmark rate of 4.99 per cent, or 200 basis points higher than their mortgage rate. These new rules could reduce your purchasing power substantially. At the qualifying rate of 4.99 per cent, a 20-per-cent down payment and 25-year amortization, here are the ballpark numbers you’re looking at to buy a home in these major Canadian markets:

Vancouver Home price: $1.09 million Minimum household income: $172,030 Down payment: $218,536 Calgary Home price: $487,931 Minimum household income: $83,167 Down payment: $97,586 Edmonton Home price: $383,308 Minimum household income: $66,602 Down payment: $76,660 Toronto Home price: $833,767 Minimum household income: $146,333 Down payment: $166,753 Ottawa Home price: $407,580 Minimum household income: $77,460 Down payment: 81,516

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3 | RISING INTEREST RATES

4 | SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

It will also be more expensive to borrow money in 2018. At least one mortgage expert, Calum Ross of the Mortgage Management Group, Toronto, began calling for fixed mortgage rates to begin to rise in early January, based on higher than expected Canadian employment data and other factors. Sure enough, as of Jan. 15, at least three of Canada’s big banks had raised their benchmark five-year mortgage rates. More lenders are likely to follow suit, and some experts expected the Bank of Canada to increase its overnight rate target in its latest interest rate announcement and Monetary Policy Report on Jan. 17. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., for one, expects mortgage rates to rise modestly from now to 2019. The posted five-year mortgage rate is expected to lie between 4.9 and 5.7 per cent in 2018, and between 5.2 and 6.2 per cent in 2019, CMHC says. Despite these increases, mortgage rates are expected to remain below levels observed prior to the Great Recession.

Even in formerly scorching markets such as Toronto and Vancouver, sales are softening and price growth is slowing. For prospective homebuyers sitting on the sidelines waiting for your opportunity, this may be it. After routine, double-digit price growth in many markets in Ontario and BC over the last few years, appreciation is expected to return to more sustainable levels this year. In its 2018 housing market outlook, ReMax forecasts price growth to be flat in the GTA (compared to 14-per-cent growth from 2016-17), five per cent in the Fraser Valley (11 per cent in 2016-17), and a decline of five per cent in Victoria (versus 11-per-cent growth in 2016-17). In some markets, however, the slowdown may be short lived. In Mississauga, for example, ReMax is calling for a 2.5-per-cent drop in average prices this year, compared to 16-per-cent growth in 2017.

5 | YEAR OF THE CONDO 2.0 One of Canada’s other large realty authorities, Royal LePage, declared 2017 as the “year of the condo.” Limited supply and worsening

affordability challenges in lowrise homes, particularly in Toronto and Vancouver, have made condominiums an increasingly popular housing choice. The price of a home in Canada increased 10.8 per cent year-overyear to $626,042 in the fourth quarter of 2017, according to Royal LePage’s National House Price Composite. The median price of two-storey homes rose 11.1 per cent year-over-year to $741,924, while bungalows climbed 7.1 per cent to $522,963. Condos, meanwhile, appreciated in price faster than any other housing type, rising 14.3 per cent to $420,823 on a year-overyear basis. Is 2018 likely to be much different? Doubtful. In its latest Housing Trends and Affordability Report, RBC Economics says overall Canadian housing affordability, for the third quarter of 2017, hit its worst level since the end of 1990. This means condos could remain king. But, as we stress in the No. 1 thing you need to know about Canadian real estate in 2018, there may be affordable lowrise options in your local market. FEB 2 - 16, 2018 31

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HOUSING MARKET TO REMAIN STRONG, BUT EXPECT A SLIGHTLY SLOWER PACE

CAMERON MCNEILL

A new year means a new real estate report analyzing the outgoing year, current market conditions and providing a forecast for 2018. As predicted, 2017 slowed in comparison to the manic activity of 2016, but, relatively speaking, was still extremely active with the Lower Mainland leading the nation at almost 15 per cent in price escalation. Each year MLA Advisory prepares a Market Intel report analyzing global market trends and studying consumer demand with a spotlight on Greater Vancouver. Similar to many of the world’s most vibrant centres, Vancouver continues to thrive and evolve rapidly. It is actively being shaped by the very same forces that influenced many of the world’s energy centres, such as Sydney and London. The overall housing market in Greater Vancouver will remain strong and active but will experience a slower rate than the previous two years. AFFORDABILITY

Unfortunately, growth rarely comes without challenge. In 2018, affordability will continue to be an issue, due to tighter lending regulations and the restricted land supply’s inability to keep up with 34 NextHome.ca | Burnaby / New Westminster

The North Shore is seeing an influx of multi-family developments, such as Creston by Pennyfarthing Homes located near Lower Lonsdale.

demand. This continued upward pressure on price places demand on the market for an increase in housing options with an emphasis on new condos and apartments. In the City of Vancouver, compliance costs for developers are extremely high, equating to nearly $78,000 per new home being built. These costs, whether Community Amenities Contributions, transit levies, or policies requiring fees, eventually get passed to the consumer, adding additional pressures to the debate around affordability.

The gap between income and property values continues to widen in Vancouver in comparison to other cities such as San Francisco, Sydney and Manhattan, which are also considered highly unaffordable, yet all continue to see growth – even with government attempts to curb price escalation. Vancouver’s affordability ratio at 17.4 is extremely high when compared to more normalized cities like Chicago, Austin, Houston, Seattle and Toronto, with ratios all between four and 10. The affordability ratio is calculated

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The overall housing market in Greater Vancouver will remain strong and active but will experience a slower rate than the previous two years.

” All projects and total units are an approximate number for new concrete developments launched within the Greater Vancouver area region from Squamish to Abbotsford. The new multi-family property data are approximate numbers, the research captures most pre-sale concrete projects coming to market and its estimated number of units thought to be released for sale.

MLA Advisory Market Intel report anticipates more than 11,000 new concrete units in Greater Vancouver this year.

based on the median household income compared to the median property value. If housing prices remain consistent, the ratio could begin to normalize with heightened income levels, which are anticipated to occur as the work force demands higher wages to sustain livability in the city. PRE-SALE MARKET

Across the Lower Mainland we are predicting that 62 projects and more than 11,000 units will be released over the course of this year. This is an increase of more than 33 per cent compared to 2017 but will likely bring slower price growth similar to the resale

market for this year. In 2018, lengthy approval processes and complexities around lending are the major threats to the muchneeded supply levels reaching the market. In 2017, Burnaby was the most active concrete pre-sale market launching 1,920 units. This growth is expected to continue in 2018 with more than 4,500 units. North Vancouver and New Westminster, which saw very few projects come to market in 2017, will experience an increase in supply over the course of this year. There has been an influx in multi-family developments coming to the market over the last two years that is helping to shape the North Shore community, especially for transitioning young couples, families and downsizers. There are more than 50 development applications slated for review by North Vancouver’s city councils, which will equate to more than 3,700 condos and townhomes in the future. With more projects on the horizon, you can expect even greater transformation of

neighbourhoods, with amenities, dining, entertainment and activities growing in number. 2018 FORECAST

Overall, market fundamentals indicate 2018 to be a stable and positive year. GDP, job growth, consistent population and housing starts, plus nominal interest rate changes all maintain consumer confidence and a natural flow of investment. Until Vancouver stops being a safe, healthy and beautiful place to live, we predict an elevation in Vancouver’s ranking as a sustainable global city.

Cameron McNeill is co-president of MLA Canada, a comprehensive real estate service provider. Partnering with residential developers, MLA Canada offers an unmatched level of expertise in advisory services, market intelligence, project marketing, sales, customer care and administration. Visit mlacanada.com

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4 | Sonos Play:5 wireless speaker system. $649. Sonos.com Touted as the ultimate in listening experience. This wireless speaker streams your favourite music, movies and TV (via WiFi) easily and can move from room to room seamlessly.

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360 Eye robot vacuum by Dyson. $1,300. Dysoncanada.ca Boasting twice the suction of any robot vacuum on the market, this all-seeing dirt cleaning machine uses infrared sensors to map out where it is going and avoids obstacles. With the Dyson Link app, you can control the robot, assign a task and monitor its progress.

3. WEMO Mini smart plug. $50. Bestbuy.ca Plug any device into the WEMO Mini and you can turn it on and off from across the room or across the world. From lamps and heaters to appliances, this smart plug will bring you convenience and peace of mind.

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Boulevard has all the key ingredients: A great location on a quiet street, Willoughby Town Centre just steps away, plus easy accessto Langley and beyond. The large 2 & 3 bedroom townhomes are designed for entertaining. Choose a traditional or rooftop patio. All the must-haves from natural gas features to a side-by-side double car garage are a given. Completing the package is a two-storey residentsâ€™ lounge and rooftop deck.

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ADVICE | MOVING

FIVE WAYS TO MAKE MOVING A CLEANER, GREENER PROCESS

CHUCK RESNICK

We need to think of the environment with every activity – even moving day can be cleaner and greener, and it doesn’t take much effort. Waste caused by the moving process not only stems from packing supplies, but also from the waste accumulated over many years within a home. Both can be extremely taxing on the environment if not properly managed. Here are some suggestions on how to make your move a cleaner, greener process: 1 PLAN AHEAD. Waiting until the

last minute to prepare for a move will make any environmental concerns an afterthought. Start early so you have the extra time to sort through recyclable items – in your apartment and in storage – for delivery to recycling depots prior to moving day. Typically your storage contains the highest concentration of recyclable waste, so start the sorting process there first. Consider holding a garage sale or donating gently used but no longer wanted items to a charity rather than have them end up in a landfill site. 2 RESEARCH. Survey local

recycling options to find the most convenient solution for recyclables. Many cities offer curbside pick-up or “sort and

drop” depots. Visit earth911.com for a list of local organizations that can dispose of all types of recyclable materials. 3 ORGANIZE. Prepare recyclables

by organizing into categories: plastic, glass, aluminum, paper, cardboard, etc. Look up the requirements of the local recycler to see if there are any additional steps needed to prepare recyclables beforehand. 4 CARE FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL. As you clean in

preparation to move, be conscientious about the kinds of materials being packed to move with you and which items are to be disposed. Toxic items, such as paint, batteries, house cleaning products, automobile oils, pesticides and fertilizers are dangerous and cannot be transported in the back of a commercial moving truck. Also, these items cannot be thrown out with your regular garbage. Look up the specialized recycling

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depots for toxic products in your city. 5 REUSE. Do not throw away

used moving boxes when the move is complete. A well-made corrugated box is great for storage or may be reused for a future move or passed on to someone else who is moving. Contact local schools or charity organizations, such as women’s shelters, scout troops, and food banks to ask if they need boxes to redistribute donated items. Donating gently used boxes not only reduces waste, but can be a big help in support of a good cause.

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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES PROVINCIAL ECONOMIES AND MARKETS VARY, AND SO SHOULD YOUR INVESTMENT STRATEGIES by MELANIE REUTER

It is often said that there is no such thing as a Canadian real estate market. You can simply look at your own city or town to see the performance variation across neighbourhoods. The same can be said for inventory choice: some asset classes such as multi-family, student housing or furnished rentals do better during certain economic times in different cities. Boiled down to its most basic, real estate is based on employment – simply, people need to work and live where there are jobs. The decisions coming from the U.S. will have a huge impact on resource driven regions and we wait with bated breath to see what will happen to forestry, oil and gas and manufacturing if NAFTA meets its demise. For more than a decade, we have

been waiting for the market in BC’s largest city to “correct.” Many believe it is time for a soft landing with gently decreasing prices and rents, and increasing, nay, some vacancy. Fatalists, pessimists and Chicken Littles are ready for the big crash. Is the Vancouver market sustainable? If you buy now, are you the tipping point to the plunge into Alberta-like numbers? Is Vancouver overpriced and unsupportable? These are complex questions with many variables. Prices and rents in New York, London, Hong Kong and San Francisco are much higher; however, the mitigating factor is that incomes are also much higher, making purchasing and renting at these prices possible. It is conceivable that prices will continue to climb.

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The BC Real Estate Association was forecasting an 8.8-per-cent decline in sales for 2017, but a 3.1-per-cent increase in average prices to $712,300, from $691,100. BC’s economy has been the envy of the country. Employment is at a record high and it is anticipated that soon the demand for workers will surpass supply. BC is focused on pursuing Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) investments, creating and supporting the emergence of small businesses and increasing trade with Asia. It remains to be seen how the new administration in the U.S. will affect BC’s economy, with fears that threats to crush NAFTA will significantly impact the softwood lumber trade. Although Metro Vancouver is desirable, for a real estate investor, …continued on page 52

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In our continuing effort to improve and maintain the high standards of the Milner Heights community, East Gordon Developments Ltd. (Vesta Properties) reserves the right to modify or change plans, specifications, features and prices without notice. Materials may be substituted with equivalent or better, at East Gordon Developments (Vesta Properties) sole discretion. All dimensions and sizes are approximate and are based on preliminary survey measurements. As reverse plans occur throughout the development please see architectural plans. Renderings are an artist’s conception and are intended as a general reference only. This is currently not an offering for sale. E&O.E .

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VACATION RENTALS

given how low rents are relative to expenses, it is nearly impossible to cash-flow using a standard down payment of 20 per cent. Many investors are looking to the Fraser Valley for better returns. A population explosion in the east Valley means a strong demand for housing. If you want to speculate on increasing values, rents and housing demands, consider the following housing types and strategies:

In destination locations where tourism abounds (think Wine Country, Whistler, Harrison Hot Springs, Vancouver and the Island, and eco-tourism/ fishing cities such as Chilliwack and Squamish). Know that this type of rental is very demanding of your time and you must be knowledgeable of the wants and needs of travellers. It is extremely important that you know the stance your chosen city takes on Airbnb or Vacation Rental by Owner because operating against municipal policies could mean a very costly end to your investment.

FURNISHED OR EXECUTIVE RENTALS

In Victoria and Vancouver, consider supplying fully furnished units for executives, people in the movie industry or others staying for extended periods but not moving permanently.

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BC Average Residential Sales and Prices, November 2017, Year-Over-Year Sales Kootenays: ..................................... 10.3 per cent Kamloops: ....................................... 3.0 per cent Northern BC: ................................... 0.8 per cent South Okanagan: ...........................-1.4 per cent Vancouver Island: ......................... -8.8 per cent Okanagan: ..................................... -9.3 per cent Fraser Valley: ................................ -9.5 per cent Metro Vancouver: ...................... -10.0 per cent Powell River: ................................-10.1 per cent Chilliwack: ....................................-13.1 per cent Victoria: ........................................ -16.2 per cent

Prices Chilliwack: ..................................... 18.0 per cent Vancouver Island: .........................16.1 per cent Powell River: ................................. 13.3 per cent Victoria: ...........................................11.5 per cent Kootenays: .................................... 10.8 per cent South Okanagan: ........................... 9.0 per cent Okanagan: ....................................... 6.3 per cent Kamloops: ....................................... 5.8 per cent Northern BC: .................................. 5.0 per cent Fraser Valley: ....................................4.1 per cent Metro Vancouver: .......................... 0.7 per cent SOURCE: BC REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATION

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and a subsequent spike in vacancy rates is to buy a highly coveted unit. If the market takes a turn and vacancies hit double digits, your penthouse or corner unit or garden walk out will be the first rented. Keep cash-flow in mind always, but do what you can to make it work and know you will fetch a rental premium. HOMES WITH THREE OR MORE BEDROOMS

The Fraser Valley is a magnet for families who are moving to the area for lower housing and lifestyle costs. Singlefamily homes or townhouses with three or more bedrooms currently have zero days on the market before they are filled with excellent tenants.

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Outstanding single-family homes, located in desirable South Surrey!

recreational opportunities, check out this exciting new neighbourhood. Priced from $1,550,000 including GST

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SOUTH SURREY ’S BEST VALUE TOWNHOMES STARTING FROM THE HIGH $500’s

Modern roof deck homes and Executive 3 level homes with double car side by side garages. Plus all homes have exclusive access to the Ikonik One Club — 6,000 sqft three level amenity building.

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PLACES AT HOME WHERE GERMS HIDE Germs are everywhere, and they often hide in places you may not consider cleaning. So, where exactly are these germs lurking? How can you get rid of them? Here are some simple tips for cleaning the dirtiest spots in your home.

THE KITCHEN We all know that kitchen sinks can be a breeding ground for germs and we should disinfect them regularly, but it’s not the only germ hotspot in the kitchen. SPONGES

Sponges are breeding grounds for bugs. • Put them in the dishwasher with your next load to clean and disinfect them. PIPES

Studies have shown that bacteria can build up in the water pipes overnight. • Let the water run for a minute or two before filling your glass and taking a drink. CHOPPING BOARDS

Both wood and plastic cutting boards can attract E. coli and salmonella bacteria if not cleaned properly. • Clean your cutting boards with a disinfecting wipe, or scrub them vigorously with soap and hot water after each use.

• Wipe down these items and surfaces weekly with a disinfecting wipe. • Keep hand sanitizer available in the kitchen, bathroom and TV room. • To avoid spreading germs wash your hands with soap and hot water often.

COFFEE TABLES AND BEDS When you walk into your house, you’re bringing in everything your shoes walked over – from dirt to fecal matter and more. Gross! • Every time you prop your feet up on the coffee table or lounge on your bed with your shoes on, you may be spreading germs onto these surfaces. As such, wipe down surfaces where you prop up your feet regularly. You should consider leaving outdoor shoes by the front door and changing into slippers or other house-only shoes to reduce the risk of spreading germs.

ITEMS EVERYONE TOUCHES OR USES

BATHROOMS

Everything from remote controls to light switches and toilet flush handles are only as clean as the last hand that touched them.

Toilets are considered the villain of the bathroom germ war, so cleaning the toilet inside and out with disinfecting cleanser is

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important. But it doesn’t end there. TOOTHBRUSH

Consider your toothbrush. It may be leaving behind germs transferred from your mouth to the brush. If that brush sits in a family bank of toothbrushes or in a cabinet, germs may grow and spread in this damp environment. • Swap out toothbrushes regularly and, in between, clean brushes in the dishwasher. TOOTHBRUSH HOLDER

If you’ve ever looked into the bottom of the family toothbrush holder, it can seem slimy and gross. • When you clean the sink, always clean the yuck from the bottom of the toothbrush cup. HAIR-DRYER

The hair that clogs the hairdryer is also a dust magnet. • Clear out the metal mesh on the end of the hair-dryer, the part that sucks in the air when it’s turned on. Otherwise, you’re simply blasting dust, dirt and debris into your face. From YP.ca. For more tips and city guides, visit yp.ca/tips.

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INSPIRATION | ENTERTAINMENT FILE Janette Ewen the ultimate hostess

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SO, YOU BARELY SURVIVED THE BUSY ENTERTAINING SEASON. We get it! We asked the ultimate hostess, designer and lifestyle

expert, Janette Ewen, for tips on making next year’s festivities seamless. No stranger to throwing great parties, Janette hosted two this past season; a traditional soiree for her family in Toronto and a vintage-themed fete in

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Palm Springs, Calif. for friends. “I even rented a mid-century modern home to set the tone for my retro-themed party in Palm Springs,” Ewen says. Now, that is someone who is serious about throwing a great party! Get inspired by

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ALWAYS START WITH A THEME. Pick a fun theme that everyone will enjoy (I chose a 1950s-inspired holiday party this year). A strong theme helps shape the decor, cocktail menu, food, invites, gifts, music, dress and even the scent of your home. For 2018, the top holiday themes all have a glamorous twist: Think gold, silver and plenty of sparkle.

LET EVERYONE HELP. Entertaining shouldn’t be laborious for the host. Instead, use your friends as resources. Do you have a friend who can mix a mean cocktail? A friend who likes to play DJ? Tap into your friends’ talents for a stress-free night of fun. Assign one small task to each friend. You will free yourself up for your most important role — as host!

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DECOR GOALS. There are many ways to have fun with your tabletop decor, but most important is a low centrepiece. You don’t want your guests dodging their heads around a large item to have a conversation. Think about using a floral garland or a macramé table runner with a grouping of low candles.

STAGE YOUR SPACE. If you are having a cocktail party, make sure you leave clear pathways to key areas of the kitchen, bar area and washroom. I like to edit my furniture and remove any trip hazards like low stools or tables. Create seating clusters (three to four seats and one to two cocktail tables) in areas that are low traffic. These will invite conversation and give a party a relaxed vibe. FOOD FOR THOUGHT. I love to prepare unique appetizers, and President’s Choice has a huge selection. These can be real conversation starters and are easy to prepare. Another big trend is anything retro (recipes from the 1950s and 60s). Consider picking up a vintage cookbook and making a few recipes from a different era. I also love saving a little money on food during the holidays. I use my PC Financial World Elite MasterCard to maximize my holiday spending and redeem my PC points on groceries and other hosting requirements to offset the costs. Essentially, I’m getting more for less every time I use my card. Visit pcfinancial.ca

ANTIPASTO MISTO SNACK BOARD

Antipasto Misto Snack Board

A cheese and charcuterie board is one of the easiest ways to feed your guests – the key is to offer a variety of flavours, textures and colours. PC Splendido Antipasto Misto gives you three types of cured meats for this board – prosciutto, Coppa di Parma and mild Genoa salami – so you can cover all your bases with just one package. Feel free to add sliced pears and grapes to the board for an extra pop of colour. For more inspiring recipes, visit presidentschoice.ca Makes: 10 servings • Prep time: 5 minutes Ready in: 5 minutes • Difficulty Level: Easy

INGREDIENTS 1 pkg (200 g) PC Cocktail Bocconcini Soft Fresh Cheese, drained 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh basil

DIRECTIONS

1 tbsp (15 mL) PC New World EVOO Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1. Stir together bocconcini, basil, oil, peperoncini and salt in large bowl. Transfer to serving bowl. Place on large serving board. 2. Halve prosciutto from Antipasto Misto crosswise. Arrange prosciutto and remaining contents of Antipasto Misto package on same board. 3. Arrange brie cheese, blue cheese, crackers, gherkins, red peppers and olives on same board. Smear mustard directly onto board, or transfer to small serving dish and place on board. * Chef’s Tip: For the best flavour, bring the brie cheese and blue cheese to room temperature before serving – just be sure to keep the meats chilled until you’re ready to serve.

1 tbsp (15 mL) drained PC Black Label Peperoncini Piccanti Chopped Hot Chili Peppers In Oil 1 pkg (100 g) PC Splendido Antipasto Misto Half pkg (200 g pkg) PC Double Cream Brie Soft Ripened Cheese Half pkg (125 g pkg) PC Blue Cheese Half pkg (142 g pkg) PC Roasted Onion, Garlic & Herb Pita Crackers 12 gherkins ¾ cup (175 mL) drained PC Whole Sweet Red Peppers (about 6 pieces), halved 2/3 cup (150 mL) marinated olives 3 tbsp (45 mL) PC Whole Grain Dijon Prepared Mustard

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NEW HOME & CONDO DEVELOPMENTS

These listings are meant to offer a comprehensive overview of new home and condo developments currently being marketed throughout Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Legend: CH = City Home DP = Duplex HR = High Rise LO = Loft LR = Low Rise LW= Live Work MR = Mid Rise PH = Penthouse RH = Row Home TH = Townhouse PROJECT

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PRICE

ABBOTSFORD Allwood Place ...................................TH .........604-260-6797 ........................................................Call Bristol Heights ...................................TH .........604-607-7801.........................................................Call Eagles Gate .........................................SF ..........604-309-7729 ...................................From $373,500 Falcon Ridge .......................................SF ..........604-309-0540..................................From $789,000 Foxwood ..............................................SF ..........604-850-5040 ................................. From $524,900 Mahogany at Mill Lake ....................HR .........778-255-9990.........................................................Call Mill District .........................................MR .........604-621-5888 .....................................Coming Soon Straiton Estates ..................................SF ..........604-850-5040 .......................................................Call BURNABY Alpha at Lumina Brentwood .........HR .........luminabrentwood.com .....................Coming Soon Arcola ..................................................TH .........604-671-8805 .....................................Coming Soon Bordeaux ............................................HR .........bordeauxliving.ca ...............................Coming Soon Churchill .............................................TH .........604-363-2627 .....................................Coming Soon The City of Lougheed .....................HR .........604-328-7128 .........................................................Call Concord Brentwood .......................HR .........604-435-1383...................................From $299,900 Connaught ......................................LR/TH ......604-699-0036 .......................................................Call Eternity ................................................ LR ..........604-330-8838 .....................................Coming Soon Etoile ....................................................HR .........604-828-1373.........................................................Call Fraser ................................................LR/TH ......604-299-8861 .....................................Coming Soon Juneau ................................................HR .........604-299-9191.........................................................Call Kings Crossing...................................HR .........ingscrossingbycressey.com ................Final Homes Polaris at Metrotown .......................HR .........polarismetrotown.com .....................Coming Soon Solo District .......................................HR .........solodistrict.com ..................................Coming Soon Station Square ...................................HR .........604-438-1113 .........................................................Call Syncro ................................................. LR ..........bold.ca ......................................................................Call Sussex .................................................. LR ..........sussexmetrotown.com............... From $1.5 million Terraces at the Peak ........................ LR ..........terracesatsfu.com ..................................................Call Triomphe ............................................HR .........604-828-1373.........................................................Call Vittorio ................................................HR .........604-430-8831 ........................................................Call CHILLIWACK Camden at The Falls .........................SF ..........www.livethefalls.com ..................... From $529,900 Midtown..............................................TH .........midtownchilliwack.com ...................Coming Soon River’s Edge........................................TH .........604.824.5062 .........................................................Call COQUITLAM 567 Clarke + Como .........................HR .........604-937-5670 .......................................................Call Amberleigh .........................................SF ..........604-514-4359 .....................................Coming Soon Brookmere .........................................HR .........604-259-5991 ........................................................Call Foster Ave Rowhomes ....................TH .........intracorp.ca ..........................................Coming Soon Kingston...............................................SF ..........604-514-4359 .....................................Coming Soon Mont Bleu ...........................................HR .........montbleu.ca ......................................... Coming soon Simon 2 ............................................... LR ..........SimonbyOtivo.com ............................Coming Soon The Ridge at Burke Mountain ........SF ..........778-285-6299.........................................................Call Kentwell ..............................................TH .........604-871-4226 .....................................Coming Soon

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PRICE

DELTA & TSAWWASSEN Brio ....................................................... LR ..........604-943-8811......................................................... Call Chelsea Gate .....................................TH .........chelseagate.com.................................................... Call Delta Gardens ...................................TH .........deltagardens.ca ...................................................... Call Harbour Walk..................................... LR ..........604-274-7326 ................................................................ Muse .................................................... LR ..........liveatmuse.com ...................................................... Call Pelican Cove .................................. TH/DU......604-943-6677 ..................................From $589,900 South Pointe .......................................SF ..........604-584-2908..................................From $699,900 Tsawwassen Heights ........................SF ..........604-271-7288 ......................................................... Call Tsawwassen Shores ..........................SF ..........604-943-6677 ........................................................ Call Tsawwassen Springs ......................SF/LR .......604-948-HOME ..................................................... Call LANGLEY Bertrand Creek ...................................SF ..........604-262-2965 ..................................From $898,980 Boulevard at Town Centre ............TH ........elyxhomes.com ..................................Coming Soon City Park .............................................TH ........778-772-2919 ......................................................... Call Crimson Cloverdale Village ..........TH ........crimsoncloverdalevillage.com .......Coming Soon Highfield ............................................RH ........604-767-7800 ..................................From $699,000 Gabriola Park .....................................TH .........604-371- 1892 ........................................................ Call Hutton .................................................TH .........huttontownhomes.com....................................... Call Park Hill ...........................................LR/TH .....liveatparkhill.ca ..................................Coming Soon The Terraces ......................................CH .........778-987-2489 ......................................Coming Soon Township Commons ...................LR/TH .....townshipcommons.com .................Coming Soon Union Park ......................................... LR ..........604-871-4288 ........................................................ Call Willoughby West................................SF ..........604-371-0733 ......................................................... Call MAPLE RIDGE Brickwater at the Village................. LR ..........604-477-1500......................................................... Call Cottonwood Lane ............................TH .........604-438-2650 .....................................Coming Soon Ridgemont .........................................TH .........604-476-1777 ......................................Coming Soon The Terraces .....................................TH ........604-351-3261 ........................................................ Call Willow..................................................TH .........lifeatwillow.com..................................................... Call Wynnbrook .........................................SF ..........604-380-4708........................................................ Call MISSION / HARRISON 58 On Cherry Hill .............................TH .........604-768-9572 .....................................Coming Soon Horizons .............................................TH .........1-888-826-1177.................................From $319,800 NEW WESTMINSTER Elliot .....................................................HR .........604-662-8009 ....................................................... Call Ewen ....................................................TH .........604-549-8181......................................Coming Soon Hamilton Village ............................... LR ..........604-526-5266 .....................................Coming Soon Parkside at Victoria Hill ...................HR .........604-523-0733 ........................................................ Call Queens Park Estates ........................TH .........604-279-3829 .....................................Coming Soon River Queensborough ....................TH .........604-438-5050........................................................ Call The Peninsula....................................MR .........604-544-2258 ........................................................ Call The Royal at Victoria Hill ................ LR ..........604-523-0733 ........................................................ Call Thompson Landing ..........................SF ..........604-520-3226 ..................................From $476,900 NORTH VANCOUVER

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Legend: CH = City Home DP = Duplex HR = High Rise LO = Loft LR = Low Rise LW= Live Work MR = Mid Rise PH = Penthouse RH = Row Home TH = Townhouse PROJECT

TYPE CONTACT

PRICE

Atrium at the Pier ......................... MR/TH......604-983-9065.................................. From $379,900 Cascade at the Pier .......................... LR ..........604-984-0906 ....................................Coming Soon CentreView.........................................HR .........604-998-8540 .......................................................Call Compass .............................................HR .........604-980-5000 .......................................................Call Connaught ......................................... LR ..........604-699-0036 .......................................................Call Creston................................................ LR ..........604-537-1985 .........................................................Call Crown & Mountain........................... LR ..........604-985-8258 .....................................Coming Soon Edgemont Walk.................................TH .........boffoproperties.com..........................Coming Soon Green on Queensbury .................LR/TH ......qualex.ca/green ...................................Register Now Grosvenor Ambleside .....................HR .........604-922-1380 ........................................................Call Latitudes .............................................TH .........604-435-9477 ..................................From $469,900 Marine + Fell .................................... LR ..........604-770-1966 ........................................................Call Northlands ......................................LR/TH ......604-800-2120 ........................................................Call Pinnacle Residences at the Pier ...MR .........604-983-9065........................................................Call Residences at Lynn Valley ..............TH .........604-924-0166 ........................................................Call Seymour Village ...............................TH ........(604) 924-0818 .....................................................Call Tatlow .................................................. LR ............................................................................Coming Soon Taluswood at Timber Court...........................604-988-3617 ........................................................Call Trophy at the Pier .............................MR .........604-983-9065........................................................Call x61 .....................................................LR/TH ......604-971-3181..........................................................Call PITT MEADOWS Orion ................................................... LR ..........604-315-7882 ...................................From $299,900 Nature’s Walk .....................................TH .........604-262-1850 .........................................Call for info PORT COQUITLAM Lumiere ............................................... LR ..........604-790-4002........................................................Call Montrose Square .............................. LR ..........778-255-2599 .........................................................Call Victoria ................................................RH .........604-945-0087.....................................Coming Soon PORT MOODY Edgestone ..........................................TH .........604-565-2653 .................................From $889,900 The Grande ........................................HR .........604-552-0552 .........................................Call for info Platform ..............................................TH .........aragon.ca/platform ............................Coming Soon Station, The ........................................TH .........604-492-3338 ........................................................Call RICHMOND Alfa .......................................................HR .........604-276-2532 ........................................................Call Cascade by the City .........................HR .........cascadecity.landaglobal.com ..........Coming Soon Concord Gardens .............................HR .........604-233-7748 ................................From $300,000’s Empire Living.....................................TH .........604-244-9622 ........................................................Call Grand, The .........................................HR .........604 278 3880 .........................................................Call Jasmine at The Gardens.................TH .........604-271-3331....................................From $924,000 Kenstone Gate...................................TH .........604-218-3338................................... From $529,900 Kingston Gate....................................TH .........604-760-6024 ........................................................Call Livia ......................................................TH .........604-364-2159 ........................................................Call Mandarin Walk................................LR/TH ......604-278-0808........................................................Call Monet ..................................................HR .........604-233-7748 ................................From $300,000’s Opal at Richmond Centre ..............HR .........604-303-7575 ...................................From $464,900 Orchid by Beedie..............................HR .........info@orchidbeedie.ca........................Coming Soon Parc Riviera ........................................MR .........604-231-5900 ...............................From Low $200’s Park Residences at Minoru ............HR .........604-303-8878 ........................................................Call Pier, The .............................................. LR ..........604-274-7326 .........................................................Call Pinnacle Living at Capstan..... HR/MR/TH ..604-303-0148 ........................................................Call Pinnacle Living Sorrento ............MR/HR......604-303-0148 ........................................................Call Quintet ................................................HR .........604-303-8878 ........................................................Call Riga ......................................................TH .........604-715-1250 .........................................................Call Riva.......................................................MR .........604-278-8825 ........................................................Call

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River Green ........................................MR .........604-233-2633 ........................................................ Call River Park Place ................................MR .........604-356-7719 ......................................................... Call River Inlet ....................................... MR/TH......604-233-2633 ........................................................ Call Viewstar ..............................................TH .........604-285-9983 ........................................................ Call Vogue ..................................................TH .........604-715-1250 ......................................................... Call Wembley.............................................TH .........604-231-0480 ........................................................ Call Westminster Terrace ........................TH .........604-204-1077......................................................... Call SQUAMISH / WHISTLER Elaho ....................................................TH .........604-898-2232 .....................................Coming Soon Ocean Crest ........................................SF ..........604-896-2235 ...............................From $1,298,000 ParkHouse .......................................... LR ..........604-567-5433....................................From $167,900 Ravenswood .......................................SF ..........604-670-7862 ................................. From $800,000 Summits View....................................TH .........604-892-5888 .................................. From $559,900 Aqua ..................................................TH/LR ......1-877-344-5566 ...............................From $239,000 University Heights ............................ LR ..........1-888-852-7575 ..................................................... Call Vantage ............................................TH/LR ......vantagesquamish.com ......................................... Call SUNSHINE COAST SECHELT Edgewater at Porpoise Bay............TH .........604- 885-8556 ....................................................... Call SilverStone Heights...........................SF ..........604-741-1877 .................................... From $479,900 SURREY Aloha Estates .....................................TH .........blackonyxmarketing.ca .....................Coming Soon Blackberry Walk 3 ............................TH ........blackberrywalk.com .........................Coming Soon Clayton Station .................................TH .........604-575-5262 ........................................................ Call Clayton Walk......................................TH .........claytonwalk.com ................................Coming Soon Coast at Fraser Heights ................... LR .........604-240-7282 ....................................Coming Soon Fleetwood Rise ................................TH ........604-372-2122 ......................................................... Call The Guildford .................................... LR ..........778-394-8867......................................Coming Soon Harvest at Bose Farms.....................TH .........604-576-7722 ......................................................... Call Hawthorne .........................................RH .........mosaichomes.com............................. Coming soon Highcrest ............................................ LR ..........604-584-7273......................................................... Call Hillcrest ................................................SF ..........hillcrestbymarathon.ca .....................Coming Soon King George Hub..............................HR .........kinggeorgehub.com ............................................. Call Kings Landing ................................... LR .........dawsonsawyer.ca ..............................Coming Soon The Links Residences ......................TH .........infinityproperties.ca ...........................Coming Soon Onyx ...................................................TH ........liveatonyx.ca .......................................Coming Soon Park Avenue West .............................HR .........604-583-9866........................................From $250’s Park Place Fleetwood ......................SF ..........604-539-3939 ........................................................ Call Park Place Village .............................TH .........604-617-7763 ...................................From $359,000 Prime on Plaza ..................................HR .........604-498-3888........................................................ Call Summit ................................................TH .........778-591-6685 .................................From low $700’s Thomas at Fleetwood .....................TH .........liveatthomas.com ...............................Coming Soon University District .............................HR .........604-588-5795 .................................. From $233,900 Westpointe .........................................TH .........604-833-9193 ........................................................ Call VANCOUVER & AREA DOWNTOWN 8X On The Park .................................HR .........604-801-6861 ........................................................ Call 1335 Howe .........................................HR .........604-689-8535 ........................................................ Call Avenue One .......................................HR .........avenueone.ca ......................................Coming Soon Basalt ...................................................MR .........604-558-1907..................................By Appointment Burrard Place .....................................HR .........burrardplace.ca ...................................Coming Soon The Charleson...................................HR .........604-689-8535 ........................................................ Call Eventide .............................................. LR ..........eventidethree.com .............................Coming Soon Mirabel ................................................HR .........mirabelbymarcon.com......................................... Call

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TYPE CONTACT

PRICE

Oak Flats ............................................. LR ..........bold.ca ...................................................Coming Soon The Pacific..........................................HR .........grosvenorpacific.com ..........................................Call Vancouver House .............................HR .........604-893-8958........................................................Call EAST SIDE 2nd & Main ......................................... LR ..........secondandmain.ca .............................Coming Soon Avalon Mews .....................................TH .........604-438-5050........................................................Call Bravo on Broadway .........................TH .........604-366-9505 ........................................................Call Currents at Water’s Edge ................ LR ..........604-451-8518 .........................................................Call Elenore On Fifth ............................... LR ..........elenoreonfifth.com ...............................................Call Focal .................................................... LR ..........604-563-6777......................................Coming Soon Francis .................................................TH .........604-330-8848........................................................Call Gem, The ............................................ LR ..........liveatthegem.com...............................Coming Soon Grandview Cascades .......................TH .........grandviewcascades.com ..................Coming Soon Kensington Gardens ........................ LR ..........604-620-7886 ........................................................Call McKinnon by Cressey...................... LR ..........mckinnonbycressey.com.......................Final Home Monogram ........................................TH .........604-808-5272 ........................................................Call Paragon............................................... LR ..........604-688-5566.....................................Coming Soon Renfrew & 2nd .................................. LR ..........604-830-3938 .................................. From $259,900 River District - Avalon Park .... HR/MR/CH..604-879-8830........................................................Call Skyway ................................................HR .........604-436-1100 ........................................................Call Triumph...............................................TH .........604-563-6200........................................................Call View338 .............................................. LR ..........604-303-8838 .................................. From $219,900 WEST SIDE 7302-7358 Granville ........................TH .........604-891-1288.........................................................Call 1555 West Eighth ...........................LR/MR ......604-828-3998........................................................Call 41West .................................................MR .........604-563-8336 ........................................................Call 6th & Yukon........................................ LR ..........cressey.ca..............................................Coming Soon 99 West ...............................................MR .........604-620-8600 .................................From $528,800 W10th & Maple .............................. MR/TH......604-239-2080..................................From $429,900 Aperture ...........................................LR/TH ......604-345-9000........................................................Call Aster .................................................... LR .........604-915-6898 ....................................Coming Soon Aston....................................................TH .........604-418-6809 .......................................................Call Belpark ................................................ 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Call Fantom ............................................... LR .........604-538-8028 ....................................................... Call Freestyle..............................................TH ........dawsonsawyer.ca ...............................Coming Soon Headwaters Club .............................. LR ..........headwaters.club..................................................... Call Imperial ...............................................TH .........liveatimperial.com ................................................. Call Foster & Martin ..................................HR .........fostermartin.ca ....................................................... Call Miramar Village .................................HR .........604-542-8882 ........................................................ Call Olivia ...................................................TH ........604-536-9333 ....................................................... 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