Ontario Condo & Home Builders' Annual 2018

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A portfolio of excellence.

If you’re good at something, you tell people. If you’re great at something, they tell you. For decades, Pemberton has been building incredible homes, in a range of communities, all across the GTA, making the greater Toronto area even greater. We’ve sold more homes in the past year than any other builder, and we continue to surpass our own standard. With a coveted collection of townhomes, skyscrapers, mid-rises and more, the pride we take in Pemberton’s portfolio is matched only by the pride of those who call it home.

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Everything a home should be.

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Expanding your search IN LOCATION & PROPERTY TYPE It’s a term and area you’re likely hearing more and more about – the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Stretching from Niagara Region in the west, to Northumberland County in the east, and up to Simcoe County and beyond in the north, this huge swath of land covers 32,000 sq. km. It’s also home to nine million people – a quarter of Canada’s population – and forecast to grow to 13.5 million residents by 2041.

You might also consider the GGH the expanse of your new-home search area.

Indeed, looking for a new home in the GTA, for example, used to be simpler. You could look to buy the property you wanted in the

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neighbourhood you hoped to live in.

But now, thanks to land use policy, housing supply, double-digit price growth and other factors, the home hunt has evolved. Buyers are expanding their search area as well as the type of property, in order to get the lifestyle they want at a price they can afford.

Whether you’re looking for lowrise, highrise and other housing types, there are many options for buyers throughout the GGH. But the decisions aren’t always easy.

That’s why we’ve enlisted an exclusive Expert Panel (see page 19) to guide you through the process, to help you find the right location and property type for you.

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19 WHAT’S MOTIVATING HOMEBUYERS IN 2018?

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By the Numbers Here’s what’s motivating Canadians in 2018 Executive assistance

BY WAYNE KARL

BILD Report

Working together to plan for growth

BY DAVE WILKES

OHBA Report

Are you a #HomeBeliever?

BY JOE VACCARO

By the Numbers

Where we’re building in the GGH

CONDO & HOME BUILDERS’

VICE-PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews

PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford

DIRECTOR OF CONTENT & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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Jennifer Reynolds

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

Anne-Marie Breen MANAGING EDITOR

Wayne Karl

ART DIRECTORS

Tammy Leung Megan Pike CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Marisa Baratta Sara Duck Marlene Eisner

SENIOR CONSULTANTS, MULTIMEDIA SOLUTIONS

Rose Anne Bonanno Daniela Francia Maris Langer SENIOR SALES MANAGER

Paul Bimm

SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATORS

Terry Bassett Sarah Khan

SENIOR MANAGER, DISTRIBUTION

Dwayne Rutherford

NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins

PRODUCTION MANAGERS

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PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Dennis Ng

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

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BY THE NUMBERS

HERE’S WHAT’S MOTIVATING CANADIANS IN 2018

WHO’S LOOKING

32%

to buy a new home?

74% LEGEND

first-time buyers

current owners

of current owners prefer single-detached homes. Condominiums are second, followed by semis and townhomes

first-time buyers

current owners

æ Financing More likely to put down less than a 20% down payment

19%

æ Policy

70% 43%

Likely to put down more than a 20% down payment

æ Readiness

æ Tech

Plan to use a mortgage broker

Prefer to consult with professionals and use online tools and resources

80%

69%

52% 21%

50%

Say recent mortgage rule changes would likely delay their home purchase

65%

58%

68%

Say they would likely delay purchasing because of high home price increases

63%

76%

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Find your Menkes location.

Your city.

Our city.

Your choice.

Here in Toronto, we’re a city of neighbourhoods united by our different lifestyle needs and desires. Whether it’s kids’ hockey practice at dawn, cocktails at dusk or dancing to the city’s infectious vibe all night long, Menkes has the perfect location to bring your lifestyle aspirations to life.

Etobicoke The charm of the suburbs meets the connectivity of the city. Perfect for young couples getting their first taste of family life.

Waterfront Where the sun always shines. Stroll along the Waterfront’s lakeside promenade and see the city in whole new light.

Downtown From the non-stop action of the Entertainment District to the cozy, neighbourly feel of The Village, Menkes is everywhere downtown you’d want to live.

Find your Menkes match.

High-Rise Communities.

SUGAR WHARF

HARBOUR PLAZA YORK & HARBOUR

FLEUR CHURCH & SHUTER

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Under construction Immediate occupancy

Construction starting spring 2018

THE EGLINTON YONGE & EGLINTON

IN. DE DUNDAS EAST & JARVIS

Under construction Occupancy fall 2018

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Low-Rise Communities.

HOMETOWN SHARON VILLAGE EAST GWILLIMBURY

GLEN ASHTON ESTATES OAKVILLE

Under construction

Coming soon

LAKE & TOWN ETOBICOKE

NORTH OSHAWA Coming soon

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executive ASSISTANCE THE GREATER GOLDEN HORSESHOE IS ONE OF THE HOTTEST HOUSING MARKETS IN ONTARIO, IF NOT ALL OF CANADA. BUT LIMITED SUPPLY, RISING PRICES AND OTHER ISSUES ARE POSING SOME DIFFICULT QUESTIONS. FOR ANSWERS, WE ENLISTED THE HELP OF EXECUTIVE LEVEL EXPERTS AT SOME OF THE PROVINCE’S MOST PROMINENT HOME BUILDERS

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Paul Golini Jr. EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT, INDUSTRY RELATIONS EMPIRE COMMUNITIES For our company, 2017 was a year of: Launches – with several new lowrise communities. From Wyndfield in Brantford and Lush in Stoney Creek, to Avalon in Caledonia and Imagine in Niagara, plus Legacy in Thorold, it was an action-packed year.

And 2018 will be highlighted by: Our resurgence in the highrise market.

It’s been a few years since Empire launched a new condo project, and we’ll be coming to market with two exciting developments that will take their place in Toronto’s skyline: Phoenix in South Etobicoke and Maverick on King Street West.

What differentiates our company from others is: We take a holistic approach to planning communities.

Our condos and lowrise developments feature amenities that are strategically planned to enrich the lives of our residents. Avalon in Caledonia, for example, was planned with amenities that allow residents to take advantage of the natural surrounding features – including a unique linear park, a proposed on-site school and a multi-purpose sports field.

We are doing our best to address housing affordability by: Looking for development opportunities outside the GTA. We started building in places such as Brantford more than 15 years ago, when it was a lesserknown community. This allows us to bring homes to market at reasonable prices. In Toronto, we are responding

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to the City’s plans for highrise density with two new condo developments that will bring more much-needed residential to the market.

What buyers can look forward to most in one of our homes is: Smart design and quality. We create floorplans and homes that cater to how people live, with finishes that reflect their style. One of our best selling floorplans features a unique loft-floor landing between the main level and the bedroom. People love it because it’s such a usable space for family.

If asked by the next provincial government for my advice on land supply and other policy issues, I would tell them: A single course of action to address the housing supply issue and rising prices is not enough; we need to tackle this from many different angles. However, one glaring

issue is development timelines of new projects. Due diligence, revisions and community consultations are all necessary parts of the approval system. But when new homes and condos take five to 10 years to be approved, it’s time to acknowledge there’s an issue. Inventory is being left “in the process” for years and isn’t being delivered to market. As a result, the supply issue continues to worsen.

The province, municipalities and developers need to work together to tackle housing and infrastructure issues. We have to make use of public-private partnerships to find ways that benefit homeowners, renters and the economy.

My advice for homebuyers: Don’t get discouraged. The noise surrounding the housing market can be overwhelming and confusing. If homeownership is your dream, meet with your financial advisor to see how you can make it happen.

For our company, 2017 was a year of: Significant growth, as our strategy included acquisitions in both Canada and the U.S. In Toronto, we acquired the Gehry residential highrise project at King and Duncan, the Silos on the waterfront, tower sites at Yonge and St. Clair and King and Spadina, and more suburban lands in the 905. We also completed the iconic One Bloor.

And 2018 will be highlighted by: Construction of several tower projects, including Home at Power and Adelaide, 8 Cumberland in Yorkville and 357 King Street West.

We’re continuing with new housing phases in Milton, Brampton, Bradford, Oakville and Holland Landing, and launching in Whitby.

What differentiates our company from others is: We approach construction with the mindset to manufacture and assemble. This includes a more sophisticated approach to design and engineering.

Our platform starts with computer-generated, 3D design. This allows us to understand every system and component, and correct any issues well before we start building. We can build your new home using our proprietary H+me Technology system, which includes a large automated, robotic plant, ensuring precision engineering and assembly. For highrise construction, we operate a fully integrated BIM laboratory, ensuring that our buildings are developed to the highest standards.

We are also a fully integrated developer, managing all aspects of

development in-house. This includes land development, product design, sales and marketing, construction, service and warranty and property management.

We are doing our best to address housing affordability by: Offering a variety of homes and condos in all price ranges.

We also consistently invest in R&D to create improved efficiencies, higher quality and ultimately better value for our customers.

Christopher Wein PRESIDENT GREAT GULF RESIDENTIAL

What buyers can look forward to most in one of our homes is: Value!

With our modern and computerassisted approach to construction, they are getting a better built, higher quality home or condo that will serve their needs for many years to come.

If asked by the next provincial government for my advice on land supply and other policy issues, I would tell them: Let’s work together as a thriving, essential industry that not only provides homes and shelter for Ontarians, but also employs tens of thousands of highly skilled, well-paid workers. It is only by working together that we can solve the difficult and dynamic supply and demand economics that we face in Ontario. We can better understand ways to incentivize developers to create more affordable housing solutions and to manage the precious land supply. Policy makers can also learn about new technologies and more sustainable building practices to ensure a prosperous future for all citizens.

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Brian Brown

VICE-PRESIDENT LIFETIME DEVELOPMENTS

What differentiates our company from others is: Our love for Toronto.

Each of our development projects seeks to positively impact the local community and greater city while meeting the needs of our buyers. But it’s not just through our condominium projects that we make a difference.

In 2014 we established a charitable foundation called Lifeline as a means to help build healthier communities.

Through Lifeline, we have made concerted and consistent efforts to donate our time and money to a number of causes that have an impact on Toronto communities, benefiting at-risk populations and helping bring about positive change.

We are doing our best to address housing affordability by: Committing to building efficient suite layouts and smart designs. We push our design and architecture teams to deliver truly livable units, through floorplans that allow our purchasers to enjoy a big condo lifestyle at more modest price points.

At Lifetime, we recognize that the issue is partially one of supply: When there is not enough affordable product on the market, prices are inevitably driven higher. In response, Lifetime Developments has worked hand in hand with the City on several projects to ensure that our developments offer housing that appeals to a range of buyers.

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What buyers can look forward to most in one of our homes is: Exceptional amenity spaces.

We take great efforts to ensure a customized amenity program, unique to each individual site, that appeals to the lifestyle demands of the buyers while being influenced by the surrounding market.

At Lifetime, we understand that a condo lifestyle extends outside a purchaser’s unit and beyond their front doors. Delivering exceptional lifestyle and amenity spaces that are truly functional is vital to creating a truly fulfilled urban living experience.

If asked by the next provincial government for my advice on land supply and other policy issues, I would tell them: That partnership and shared goals are the key. So much of our success at Lifetime Developments comes from our carefully considered relationship with the community. That

same measure of communication and collaboration must exist between the City and developers.

We need everyone to recognize that development and reinvestment in the city of Toronto is a positive and necessary thing, and that without it, supply will diminish and housing prices will continue to rise. We need to welcome and inspire the support and involvement of the private sector; their initiatives can have a profound effect, as seen in the evolution and revitalization of downtown Toronto.

We must commit to working collaboratively in a continuous effort to build our city.

My advice for homebuyers: Before considering a condo in today’s market, take time to determine what matters most, and create a list of your “must haves.” Whether it’s price, location, architecture, design, or proximity to transit, universities or nightlife, know that the perfect condo opportunity for you will present itself.

For our company, 2017 was a year of: Muted sales activity with very few new community launches.

However, we had robust activity with construction beginning, ongoing and reaching completion in many of our communities.

And 2018 will be highlighted by: Continued activity in completing communities already underway.

Exciting new releases of detached homes in North Oakville (Sixth Line and Dundas) and Vaughan (Pine Valley and Teston). Additional releases within existing communities consisting of new phases in Aurora and Newcastle.

What differentiates our company from others is: Our pursuit of excellence in all spheres of our business. Since our inception in 1998, we have been recognized for our excellence in planning, progressive urban design and high standards of construction, and have been successful in

carving a niche in the competitive GTA new home market.

Another enduring value in the Lindvest universe is customer service. To fuel growth and success, we invest heavily in customer service. From the quality of our homes to our interactions with shoppers, buyers and owners, satisfaction is paramount.

We are doing our best to address housing affordability by: Actively seeking opportunities where development can provide housing that is attainable to purchasers in today’s marketplace.

What buyers can look forward to most in one of our homes is: Thoughtfully designed layouts, careful attention to features and finishes, and building to levels

and standards that meet or exceed that which is mandated by the Building Code.

If asked by the next provincial government for my advice on land supply and other policy issues, I would tell them: To be mindful of the fact that the development industry is one that is crucial to the overall success of the Ontario economy. All municipalities should have clear guidelines that dictate the time in which reviews, decisions and approvals should be conducted.

My advice for homebuyers: Choose a home that fits into your lifestyle needs and works for your budget.

Better to be prudent with such a large investment than to risk too much. The tenet of real estate has always been location, location, location. Look at up-and-coming areas, especially those in proximity to existing transit or future transit.

Joseph Alberga DIRECTOR, SALES & MARKETING LINDVEST

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Fred Losani

CEO LOSANI HOMES

For our company, 2017 was a year of: Discovery. There was a lot of movement within the housing market throughout the year. When the year began, supply could not keep up with high buyer demand. As prices rose and the market slowly started to correct, the landscape dramatically changed. I’m proud of how our team was prepared for and handled the transition, ensuring that we maintained our customer focus.

And 2018 will be highlighted by: We will be opening new Losani communities in western Ontario, specifically in Paris, Brantford and St. George.

Brant County has plenty to offer new-home buyers from both a value and amenity perspective. Paris in particular, with the Nith and Grand River, an absolutely charming downtown core rich in character, and its natural surroundings, is a draw for families of all kinds.

What differentiates our company from others is: One of the things we’re doing is building fully accessible homes, including zeroentry doorways, wider doorways, roll-in showers and wheelchair-

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friendly kitchens with lower cabinets, and roll-under cooktops and prep areas. The majority of our designs can also accommodate elevators, and that includes our townhomes. Our program offers tremendous flexibility for individuals with mobility issues and their families.

We are doing our best to address housing affordability by: We acquire land for our communities very meticulously. What we do that most builders don’t is control the development process before construction begins.

Doing so ensures that we are able carry out our goals of delivering homes of the absolute highest quality and doing so affordably.

What buyers can look forward to most in one of our homes is: Quality workmanship, innovative interior and exterior features, forwardthinking design and industryleading standards. Perhaps most importantly, after our customers move into their homes, they will receive attentive customer service. We value our homeowners immensely and strive to create the

best possible all-encompassing newhome buying experience.

If asked by the next provincial government for my advice on land supply and other policy issues, I would tell them: Creating a speedier and more streamlined process at the municipal level would improve supply, helping to satisfy the demand for new homes across Ontario. The approvals process can get bogged down prior to development, and our purchasers and builders alike are negatively affected.

My advice for homebuyers: I would advise homebuyers in today’s market to take the time to educate themselves. Know what you can afford and budget accordingly.

Defining your needs and wants ahead of time will put you in the best position to make the right decision from the get-go. Utilize the tools at your disposal and take time to visit decor centres or sales centres.

The more you know in advance, the better the experience you will have.

Lastly, whether it’s your partner in life or finding your perfect home, when you find what you’re looking for, stop looking and make it happen.

Jeff Paikin PRESIDENT NEW HORIZON DEVELOPMENT GROUP For our company, 2017 was a year of: Excitement. We completed two terrific projects in Oakville and moved the needle on many others under construction.

And 2018 will be highlighted by: We are excited to expand the selection of housing in two separate communities. We’re working on bringing multiple modern condo buildings to Waterdown (trendliving.ca), a first for this area. We’re also putting our Focus on Brantford – literally. For the first time ever, Focus towns in Brantford will offer residents stylish back-toback townhomes. We’re excited to get these developments underway in these communities.

What differentiates our company from others is: We continue to put our mark of excellence on all forms of developments, whether they’re custom estates, planned neighbourhoods or condominiums. From pioneering new technologies such as geothermal energy to hand curating superior site locations, New Horizon continues to push the envelope to provide the very best for our customers.

We are doing our best to address housing affordability by: We’ve partnered with Trillium Housing for two exciting new communities, which will improve housing affordability for potential future homeowners. In addition, many of

our condominiums are designed to help with first-time homeownership.

What buyers can look forward to most in one of our homes is: We pride ourselves on providing our customers with unquestionable quality, style and functionality. Customers can look forward to a turnkey home with our wide variety of selections to customize it to meet their lifestyle needs, wants and desires.

We are driven to redefine the buyer’s expectations for what a home can be.

If asked by the next provincial government for my advice on land supply and other policy issues, I would tell them: The world of economics centres on supply and demand. If housing affordability and supply is something the province really wants to have an impact on, then the approval process needs to happen faster and the supply side needs to gain momentum so there are real choices in the market for the eager potential homeowner.

My advice for homebuyers: First and foremost, have your finances in order. It is incredibly important to understand what you can or cannot afford. Focus on selecting a community that suits your life plan. Try to envisage what your life will look like over a five-year span. Explore different neighbourhoods to find the best fit for you and your family. Finally, enjoy every minute of it – buying a home is one of life’s greatest milestones!

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Dominic Tompa VICE-PRESIDENT OF SALES THE DANIELS CORPORATION For our company, 2017 was a year of: Continuing to trail-blaze new and innovative programs, such as the Daniels’ Accessibility Designed Program (ADP). The goal of the initiative is to break barriers by providing a higher standard in accessibly designed homes that exceed the guidelines set by the Ontario Building Code. It was also a year of focusing our strength in continuing to support and create master-planned communities across the GTA. The Regent Park revitalization continues to make amazing progress and is now in phase three.

We also had our homecoming to Mississauga’s City Centre with the launch of Daniels City Centre’s Wesley Tower.

And 2018 will be highlighted by: Regent Park continuing to be a highly sought-after community with the release of two new residential communities coming to the market this year. It will also be a year of focusing on making homeownership more accessible through our communities targeted towards first-time homebuyers, including Daniels FirstHome Markham Sheppard and Daniels FirstHome Beckenrose.

What differentiates our company from others is: We take our motto

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Love Where You Live and our people-first philosophy to heart. We understand that homeownership isn’t always attainable, so to combat this we put a spotlight on creating homeownership programs that have lower deposit requirements and down payment assistance, which ultimately help people who otherwise could not achieve their dream of homeownership. We also take pride in our hands-on approach to customer service. We are there for our homeowners every step of the way. This is why we have won the Tarion Warranty Corp.’s Ontario Highrise Builder of the Year Award two years in a row. We also pride ourselves on our strength and expertise in creating master-planned communities that create an environment where you can live, work, play, grow and learn.

We are doing our best to address housing affordability by: We are always working to find new ways to make homeownership more attainable. We provide the First Home Boost, which is an interest-free, payment-free program in Regent Park as well as in our new community, Daniels FirstHome Markham Sheppard. We also have different deposit structures to accommodate every kind of homebuyer at different communities. For instance, at Daniels City Centre Wesley Tower, we offer

a First Home 10 per cent Deposit Program. As well, Daniels FirstHome Beckenrose in Brampton will offer a five-per-cent deposit structure.

What buyers can look forward to most in one of our homes is: When you become a part of the Daniels family of homeowners, you can look forward to our trademark construction quality and attention to detail, as well as excellent customer service to accommodate any questions or concerns before, after and during the moving and purchasing process.

My advice for homebuyers: Shopping for a new home is exciting, but with development across the GTA growing at an astronomical rate, it can also seem overwhelming. On one hand, purchasers are fortunate to have so many new home options to choose from; on the other, how do you zero in on the right choice? Affordability tops most people’s lists, and knowing what you can afford before you shop is a big time-saver. Consult a mortgage representative to get pre-approved, and be sure you understand fully what is involved. Then check with sales representatives as to whether the developers offer programs that make homeownership more attainable. Be responsible and realistic. Having both a good and honest understanding of your lifestyle, ideal location and budget will set you up for success.

HAMILTON’S MOST DECORATED BUILDER Losani Homes has been delivering on its mission of providing a custom home builder experience at a production builder price for over 42 years. The company has never wavered from its commitment to continue to find innovative ways to exceed customer’s expectations. This is exemplified best by Losani Homes’ extensive award cabinet, with over 150 of the industry’s highest honours being given over the past 25 years. The past year alone has seen Losani Homes awarded over 20 times at the local, provincial, national, and international levels across all sectors of the home building industry. Most recently at the 2018 National Association of Home Builders Awards Gala, which honours the finest builders in North America, Losani Homes was awarded Best Brochure for a Master-Planned Community for Central Park. This was the second consecutive year the company was recognized at The Nationals, after 2017’s Building Community Spirit Award which recognized the Losani Family Foundation’s extensive charitable work. The past year Losani Homes was also bestowed the Ontario Chamber of Commerce Best Business of the Year Award, the Ontario Home Builder Association People’s Choice Award, and the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce’s Most Outstanding Large-Scale Business Award to name but a few. Losani was also named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for an astounding NextHome.ca 27

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11th consecutive year, earning Platinum status in the process. Something no other home builder in Ontario has ever done.

CUSTOMER CENTRIC FORWARD THINKI NG Losani Homes’ refined boutique buying process does away with the archaic line-up method. Following a sales preview event where potential purchasers receive a formal presentation and have their questions answered by Losani staff, those interested gain the opportunity to book a sales appointment entirely online. Once customers obtain their appointment time slot, they write their deal one-on-one with a sales rep in a calm environment having had their questions addressed well ahead of time. This customer centric approach to sales resulted in a spectacular sales year in 2017 with over 500 homes sold and a rescission rate of less than 2%.

Losani Homes has invested heavily into bettering the customer experience, as evidenced by the creation of the Customer Experience team. This team exists solely to create a streamlined communication platform between Losani Homes and its customers as a home transitions along the construction process. Thanks to regularly scheduled e-mail updates, the sharing of photographs, and scheduled walkthroughs, 28 CONDO & HOME BUILDERS’ ANNUAL 2018

homeowners are now part of the process and have an appreciated sense of inclusion.

VALUE IN EMERGING MARKETS A defining characteristic of Losani Homes throughout its entire history has been the company’s unique ability to identify emerging markets, and as a result create phenomenal value for its customers. That said, 2018 and beyond is certainly no different with several exciting community launches taking place across Ontario. Losani Homes has made its return to wine country with two breathtaking communities in the charming Beamsville, Lincoln Estates and Vista Ridge.

The latter sits on what was a former winery, and as one might expect boasts a truly unique topography with rich soils and breathtaking views of the Niagara Escarpment. With tremendous value being offered, 48 wineries but a short distance from your front door, and a variety of elevations for single family detached homes, Lincoln Estates and Vista Ridge rather uniquely offers a striking balance between small-town charm while delivering the modern amenities todays new home purchasers require.

With prices having risen across Hamilton the past year, purchasers are exploring destinations that are able to offer value while still being in close proximity to Hamilton.

Fortunately, Losani Homes is bringing to market The McKenzie in Caledonia and Brant West in Brantford. The McKenzie will feature single family homes as well as modern townhomes, some of which will feature garage and a half’s. A rarity in todays marketplace which is driven by density.

Similarly, Brant West in the emerging city of Brantford will yield over 500 homes and will feature the same modern townhomes as well as singles across several lot categories.

Lastly Losani Homes is proud to deliver two communities in the perpetually charming Paris with Simply Grand Encore and The Peninsula. Both communities are a short distance from the spectacular Grand and Nith Rivers and offer all the charms of quaint river valley living while claiming an incredibly rich heritage and beautiful natural surroundings. All these exciting communities can be registered for at LosaniHomes.com.

LOSANI FAMILY FOUNDATION AND IT’S SOCIAL IMPACT Losani Homes is a company rooted in family. As the company’s success has grown, so too has its sense of giving back.

After several charitable endeavors lead by CEO Fred Losani from 2006 onward, which includes cross country skiing to both the North and South Poles as well as hiking the

entirety of the 855 km Bruce Trail in the name of Hamilton children’s charities, Losani Homes decided it was time to make giving back part of the company’s mission statement. Driven by the desire to act as ambassadors to all businesses to help facilitate tangible change in the developing world, the Losani Family Foundation was created in 2015. The LFF found the perfect partner in WE, formerly Free the Children, to help carry out its vision. Its first act was executed through the Adopt a Village campaign, which provided housing construction and sustainable practices for education, clean water source, and creating a stable revenue via a massive development project in Rogena, Kenya. The following year, several Losani family members and Losani Homes team members flew to Ecuador to directly work on a brand-new classroom deep in the Amazon basin for a village of 200 called Los Rios. The neighboring village of Modena saw the construction of a state of the art medical facility, a $1.2 million initiative, funded entirely by the Losani Family Foundation. This facility will help provide care to over 12,000 people from neighbouring villages, whom up to this point had felt forgotten by the rest of the world.

As Losani Homes looks to the future, there will be a continued passion of producing industry leading standards and homes, while allowing the growth of the company to continue to give back to the world through the Losani Family Foundation.

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ME LIVING PHASE 3 More of you want at Markham and Ellesmere.

With the unprecedented success of ME and ME2, we will soon be introducing a new modern condominium building designed for today’s lifestyle. ME living phase 3 offers stunning 1 & 1 bedroom plus den, spacious 2 bedrooms, and family friendly 3 bedroom condominiums. Perfectly located in a masterplanned community with every amenity imaginable, ME living phase 3 is designed for your active urban life.

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REDEFINING NEIGHBOURHOODS For over 60 years, we’ve been part of Toronto’s amazing neighbourhood renaissance. In 2006, Lash Group completed one of the first condominium buildings in today’s dynamic King West neighbourhood. In the mid 2000’s the St Clair W and Bathurst area was in a state of transition; with The Goldman Group as partners, Lash created an iconic new corner with 3 stellar buildings, bringing new life to this mid-town neighbourhood.

Today our focus is on Markham and Ellesmere – with our master planned ME community, we are redefining an exciting Scarborough neighbourhood. In 2011 Lash emerged once again in north Etobicoke, introducing Cloud9, a 260 unit condo in a neighbourhood that had not seen development in 50 years.

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King West In 2006, Lash Group completed 66 Portland - a modern boutique loft building offering eighty-five stylish suites in the fashionable entertainment district of Toronto.

This address sparked the renaissance of this dynamic King West Neighbourhood.

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St. Clair & Bathurst In 2007, Lash Group and The Goldman Group began the transformation of this mid-town corner.

Commencing with 500 St. Clair W and 530 St. Clair W and followed by The Barrington Condominiums, these 3 buildings brought new life to this pivotal intersection.

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Markham & Ellesmere In 2012, Lash Group began the neighbourhood transformation with ME – the area’s largest master planned community. With the first 2 condominium buildings sold out and a high demand for another residential building, plans for ME Living phase 3 are well underway. meliving.ca

Yonge & Eglington Urban boutique living just South of Eglinton, between Yonge and Mount Pleasant. With a prominent, beautifully shaped twisted exterior, the building has been carefully designed to become a distinctive address in this vibrant neighbourhood of choice. Now under construction.

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Kipling & Esther Lorrie Located in the heart of Etobicoke, Cloud9’s stunning 12-storey architecture is highlighted by a grand rooftop terrace overlooking the lush greens of the Humber Valley. Registered in 2016, its presence at the corner of Esther Lorrie Dr creates a modern gateway to the adjacent neighbouring community.

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CELEBRATING 25 YEARS CRAFTING COMMUNITIES Since 1993, we’ve been crafting communities in the GTA, Southwestern Ontario, and beyond to establish ourselves as leaders in our industry. After 25 years, 20,000 homes and 20 communities in 2 countries, our vision remains the same – to create inspiring new places to live for our homeowners.

Here’s to the next 25 years of building exceptional homes and communities of enduring value.

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BILD REPORT

Working together to plan for growth

by DAVE WILKES What goes into the cost of building a new home or condo development is more than meets the eye. It’s not only the cost of the land, the excavation of the site, the materials and labour, but also the fees municipalities charge home builders and developers to build the infrastructure required to service new development.

Infrastructure includes parks, libraries, roads, transit, sewers and emergency services. Investing in infrastructure benefits existing and new-home owners and those working in offices throughout the region. This investment is paid for by fees, known as Development Charges (DC), that are charged to builders and developers by local governments across the GTA, but ultimately paid for by the newhome owners and businesses of Toronto. The fees vary depending on infrastructure needs in specific areas, as well as the type of unit being built and the number of people who are expected to live in or utilize the space.

For example, a new one-bedroom condo in the city of Toronto is currently assessed a Development Charge of $17,138. A non-residential non-industrial building is assessed a DC of $207.52 per square metre. Current proposals that are being considered by the City would approximately double those charges.

Our members recognize and accept their responsibility to support the infrastructure that is required to service new neighbourhoods. But as municipalities across the region look to replace aging existing infrastructure, we are concerned that new neighbourhoods will be asked to disproportionately absorb the costs. There is no doubt that we need to reinvest in our cities, but these costs should be the responsibility of all of us, not just shifted onto those buying new properties.

The numbers back up our concerns. Altus Group, a leading provider of data solutions to the real estate

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industry, indicated in a recent report provided to BILD that in Toronto residential property taxes rose two per cent on average annually between 2009 and 2016 while Development Charges increased an average of 14.3 per cent per year between 2009 and 2018.

Our industry is committed to working with our partners in municipalities to fund growth. But we must ask the tough questions about how we pay for infrastructure in an equitable, transparent manner and how we ensure these costs are shared fairly between Development Charges that are paid by new developments, and property taxes that are paid by all. We are all responsible for ensuring that we build the type of cities we want.

How we answer the question of who pays for what, and how the costs are shared between new and existing tax bases, will define the types of cities we build and the costs of the homes and offices in our cities. We need to find the right balance so that new homes are affordable and not priced beyond the reach of all but the wealthy. On behalf of those who purchase new homes and offices, BILD intends to ask these questions this year as part of the fall municipal elections.

Dave Wilkes is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), the voice of the home building, land development and professional renovation industry in the GTA. For the latest industry news and new home data, follow BILD on Twitter, @bildgta or visit bildgta.ca

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Our keen eye to superior site selection, intelligent urban planning and design ensures that our projects are ideal long-term investments and incredible places to call home.

For over two decades New Horizon has stayed committed to creating communities where savvy design and quality craftsmanship meet convenience and comfort.

Since 1994 we have built a respected reputation and have enjoyed great success along the way. New Horizon Development Group has passion for dynamic design combined with construction expertise to deliver the quality you demand in your new home.

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Welcome to the new

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ith over 30 years of experience, Claridge

not only continue but enhance the strong tradition of quality craftsmanship, superior design and unbeatable locations they have come to be known for. With over 75 communities already built in Ottawa-Carleton region Claridge is excited for new homes, new designs and the start of new communities all in 2018.

modern styling for all their products, with exciting new features and design elements that come standard in every new Claridge Home. Imagine your lavish kitchen with quartz or granite countertops, chimney hood fan and stainless steel appliances. Picture the oasis your bathroom will be

with its luxurious stand-alone tub. Marvel at high end hardwood floors on your main level accented by the warmth of a linear fireplace beneath a beautiful beam mantle. Even down to small, but important details like modern trim accents, smooth finished ceilings, pot lights in the kitchen and lower halls, you know that with Claridge, a world of possibilities await you.

The Claridge Homes Design Centre has been and stylings. These incredible new collections of flooring, tiles, carpeting, cabinets, stairs, railings give every purchaser total control of their new home without compromise or breaking the bank.

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true reflection of your personal style.

2018 brings with it even more exciting news from Claridge Homes with the release of the newly redesigned Zen low-rise Flats that will be available starting at Bridlewood Trails in Kanata and Sundance in Findlay Creek. These 950 – 1250 sq.ft. low rise flats boast large bedrooms, open floorplans and expansive windows leading to a bright and inviting space you’ll love to call home. To make things better large balconies increase your living space and allow you to connect to the outdoors.

Keep an eye out for these new low-rise Zen urban flats available in the spring of 2018.

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But that’s not all. The New Claridge Homes means whole new communities opening in 2018, starting with the highly anticipated Westwood in Kanata, opening this spring. This community will offer singles, towns, and bungalows perfect for buyers from all walks of life. Also opening in spring 2018 is the Spring Valley Trails Phase 3 community, offering single homes with walkouts backing onto beautiful conservation lands as well as 25 foot wide semis, townhomes, singles, and bungalows. Keep an eye out for even more new sites opening later this year in Riverside South and Leitrim.

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Claridge Homes delivers the lifestyle you want, at a price you can afford. In addition to delivering some of the best locations for new condos in Ottawa, Claridge is a well-known builder offering exceptional style.

Including a variety of luxurious features as part of their standard package – not upgrades, is just one way Claridge stands out to new buyers in delivering the best new homes & condos in Ottawa.

For more information, please visit the website at claridgehomes.com or stop by the sales centres.

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OHBA REPORT

Are you a #HomeBeliever?

by JOE VACCARO

TELL ME IF THIS SOUNDS FAMILIAR: You’re at a dinner party and someone mentions how they are planning to move outside your community because they are priced out of the GTA. Or maybe the story is closer to home: You are a first-time homebuyer, frustrated by the lack of housing you can afford in your neighbourhood or region of choice. That dream of home ownership, which was reasonably attainable for generations past, is now slipping through our fingers.

We get it. That’s why we’re calling on home believers across the province.

What is a #HomeBeliever? It’s the Millennial who has been working hard and saving to put a deposit down on a home that is close to work or transit. It’s the senior who is looking forward to retirement, but caught in a financial dilemma between expensive accommodations near their children or settling for a less expensive option many miles away from their core community. A #HomeBeliever is a neighbour who will not give up on the dream of home ownership because he or she understands the lifelong value of living, working and playing in a community of choice.

For home believers like these across the province, the Ontario Home Builders’ Association encourages you to let your government know how strong your belief in home ownership is. When financial security and the opportunity to have a home to call your own in an area that fits with your lifestyle are at stake, home ownership is too important a dream not to pursue.

As we approach the Ontario provincial election on June 7, 2018, OHBA has been and continues to advocate

on behalf of home believers for more choice and housing supply. A few months ago, on social media and buildingcommunities.ca, OHBA told the government that Ontario needed #MoreHomesNotPolitics, by showing facts and local examples across the province of what happened when politics got in the way of housing, and explaining the consequences that Ontarians face in a housing shortage.

How can you get involved now? Join home believers across the province by participating in the #HomeBeliever social media conversation and declaring what matters the most to you in finding your dream home at homebeliever.ca. Help the conversation by adding your voice and express why home ownership matters to you.

Whether lowrise, highrise, midrise or innovative laneway housing, in communities east, west, south, north or central in Ontario, it’s time to show all levels of government that we believe in the great Canadian dream and that we are home believers.

Joe Vaccaro is CEO of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA), the voice of the residential construction industry in Ontario representing 4,000 member companies, and organized into 29 local associations across the province.

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or over 60 years, Minto has been building beautiful homes for thousands of Ottawa homeowners in dozens of communities. We have grown with the city to become the region’s premier builder. Minto homes are built to the highest of design standards, something that homeowners have come to trust. Our masterplanned communities are designed and constructed with families in mind with careful attention to detail paid to how streetscapes look, the unity of different exterior finishes, the proximity of homes to parks and greenspace, surrounding neighbourhood schools, and the availability of nearby essential amenities.

Our commitment to beautiful design and sustainable building is a promise we make to every Minto homeowner. When you buy a Minto home, you’re not just buying a beautiful house, you’re investing in a community where you can live, work, and play for years to come.

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HIGH-RISE UpperWest | A true landmark in the heart of Westboro.

UpperWest offers privileged, unobstructed views of the vast green and blue expanses of the Ottawa River Parkway and Gatineau Hills. Live steps from upscale dining and shopping and minutes from gorgeous parkland, trails and access to the city. Only 1 suite remains – the penthouse Churchill-Madison. Sales Centre now closed, contact a Sales Representative at 613.788.2786 or upperwestsales@minto.com to book your private appointment.

Minto Beechwood | Located in one of Ottawa’s most quaint, coveted and charming areas, New Edinburgh. Minto Beechwood is nestled among eclectic cafés, fabulous restaurants, quirky shops, salons, galleries, intimate wine bars and pubs. Stanley Park, New Edinburgh Park, and extensive walking and biking paths are all just steps away. A prestigious address in the heart of New Edinburgh, just minutes from everything that matters. Only 3

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NEW HOME COMMUNITIES — EAST Avalon Encore | A master planned community of Single Family Homes and Townhomes in the heart of Orléans. Parks, bike paths, walking paths, playgrounds and ponds abound as you stroll through the neighbourhood. With easy access to numerous schools, transit and retail, Avalon Encore is a community where families grow and memories are made. New phases coming spring 2018. Visit our Sales Centre and tour our model homes at 2370 Tenth Line Rd, Orléans.

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Quinn’s Pointe is a stone’s throw from everything Barrhaven has to offer, providing the comfort and tranquility you want with the lifestyle and convenience you need. Only 2 single family home lots remain in Phase 1. Phase 2 coming 2019. Visit the Minto Barrhaven Sales Centre at 4005 Strandherd Drive, Nepean.

Mahogany | Discover the charm and convenience of Manotick Village living in a beautifully designed new home from Minto.

Manotick offers a vibrant main street scene with the amenities you need for family living, as well as the peace and tranquility of village living. Only a few lots remain in Phase 1. Phase 2 coming fall 2018. Visit the Sales Centre at 108 Moretto Court, Manotick.

NEW HOME COMMUNITIES — WEST NEW HOME COMMUNITIES — SOUTH Harmony | Introducing Harmony, Minto’s freshest community in the heart of central Barrhaven on Strandherd just west of Greenbank. A beautiful collection of contemporary homes located within easy access of transit and shopping, with a new French school being built right in the community. New phases are being introduced this spring, including Riversbend at Harmony, an exclusive enclave of Executive Townhomes just around the corner from Harmony. New phases coming June 2018. Visit the Minto Barrhaven Sales Centre at 4005 Strandherd Drive, Nepean.

Quinn’s Pointe | A community built on 60 years of tradition,

Arcadia | With the Tanger Outlets, Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum within easy distance, Minto Arcadia gives you the contemporary, spacious home you need, with the convenient urban lifestyle you want. New phase coming fall 2018 (currently sold out). Visit the Sales Centre at 380 Huntmar Drive, Kanata to tour our model homes.

Potter’s Key | A crafted collection of homes that perfectly blends with its natural surroundings. The community of Potter’s Key is nestled around Feedmill Creek, with extra deep, premium lots enjoying beautiful views of this natural greenspace. Visit the Sales Centre at 6111 Hazeldean Road, Stittsville.

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oldest builders in Ottawa, Richcraft has built over 16,000 homes in the last 30+ years. A family owned business now in its second generation, the team behind Richcraft is passionate about quality and design. It is reflected in their vast selection of award winning plans, expertly executed in both contemporary and craftsman elevations.

Richcraft partners with Ottawa’s most innovative designers, architects and trades to ensure that their homes are at the very forefront of design trends. This partnership is a collaboration of companies that truly care about Ottawa’s residential landscape. It starts with the architecture of the home. In 2017, Richcraft released a new line up of 44 ft Single Family Homes and Bungalows designed in collaboration with Jason Flynn of Flynn Architecture.

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technology stations, kitchens and mudrooms.

The family owned, Potvin Kitchens & Cabinetry, locally crafts all Richcraft’s cabinetry in Rockland. From custom colours to gorgeous hood fans, Potvin and Richcraft created serious kitchen inspiration for their Baldwin kitchen in navy blue. The model home in Trailsedge Orleans was featured on numerous social media shout-outs while garnering two awards for their authentic design.

With over 40 model homes in the city, Ottawa residents can walk through model homes that tell the story of another local partnership with Leclair Décor. With models decorated by the husband and wife duo at Leclair Décor, their talent to showcase beautiful spaces can be seen on @Richcraft’s and @LeclairDécor’s instagram pages. Shop even more inspiration at the @LDShoppe instagram page.

Richcraft Community Projects build strong ties between the company, its homeowners and the city it calls home.

Their latest partnership with Senators Sports & Entertainment is Richcraft Live, the title sponsor for all music and entertainment shows at the Canadian Tire Centre. Richcraft Recreation Complex in Kanata North and the Richcraft Sensplex in Gloucester are community hubs for hockey, swimming, skating and more.

Other Richcraft Community Projects include supporting education at Carleton University and children’s health and research for CHEO. Both a quality homebuilder and passionate team, Richcraft has developed a portfolio that includes high rise, industrial properties, rentals and a beautiful golf course, the Gatineau Golf & Country Club. Explore their communities across the city or visit their model homes; Trailsedge in Orleans, Bradley Commons and Fernbank Crossing in Stittsville, Riverside South, Pathways in Ottawa South or La Croisse in Aylmer.

And if condo living is for you, check out The Bowery Condos + Lofts in Centretown. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the 18th floor amenities overlook the Ottawa River and the downtown cityscape. Enjoy a private dining room, pool, sauna, gym, party room and lounge.

While owning a home may be beneficial for some, Richcraft offers quality living in their rental communities; Fieldstone in Barrhaven, Brownstones in Ottawa East Central and Trailsedge in Orleans.

For more information on Richcraft communities and their wide selection of homes, visit their website at richcraft.com or contact head office at 613.739.7111 Use the hashtag #Richcraft on any social media platform to stay connected and see what Richcraft is up to!

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St. Charles Market comprises 56 condominiums that offer one-of-a-kind designs for residents. Available floor plans range from 900sf one bedroom plus dens, a 3900sf penthouse and two-story townhomes. All feature openconcept great rooms, master bedrooms with room for king-sized beds, modern kitchens by Irpinia with generous footprints, and plenty of storage. Your home is sure to be the envy of any interior design aficionado.

The highest level of detail and respect has gone into the design of St. Charles Market. From the building shape, lobby design and lighting to things that are not visible like the energy efficiency of the building envelope, sound insulation, and fresh, filtered air. The facade of the new building will be clad in terracotta to complement the warm tones of the brick of the church, with steel balcony railings that feature cut-outs that resemble the rosette pattern of the windows gracing the original neoclassical structure. Coloured glass will identify the lobby, townhomes and ground-floor commercial spaces, to complement the existing stainedglass windows of the heritage building. Every detail has been carefully planned and will be exceptionally executed.

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ATTENTION TO DETAIL Collaborating with architecture firm Linebox Studio, ModBox is proud to present its latest Ottawa project, the unique St. Charles Market in Beechwood Village. Though the project is new, the history behind it is rich. The property seamlessly incorporates the historic St. Charles Church with its iconic bell tower that has been an important landmark for over a century. Described by condo buyers as literally wrapping its arms around the church, St. Charles Market is designed to preserve the dignity of the original building, while transforming the area into a unique and modern gem of urban living. As a nod to its history, Linebox designed a collection of objects specifically for St. Charles Market including repurposed church pews featured as entry benches and moveable white oak islands and island wraps built by local master craftsmen.

UPCOMING PROJECTS St. Charles Market is truly something special for the city of Ottawa and Beechwood Village. St. Charles and its surrounding amenities will serve once again as a welcoming beacon to the Ottawa community. When finished, the historic church that sits at the heart of this project will be transformed into a restaurant and marketplace for the community to enjoy. There will also be a large open forecourt, terraces, a new city park and additional retail outlets, which will make this a hub for the neighbourhood.

With 55% of units sold, and groundbreaking taking place soon, the time to invest in St. Charles Market is now.

This spring, ModBox is also preparing to launch six gorgeous new loft designs at 92 Stonehurst Ave. The project is ideally situated just blocks from Bayview Station (the main north/south, east/west hub of the new LRT) and future LeBreton Flats developments. Lofts will feature private ensuite elevators that open to soaring 10-foot-plus ceilings and expansive windows overlooking Laroche Park and the nearby Ottawa River. The homes will be an industrial yet refined take on urban living.

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The Daniels Corporation

720 Oval Crt. Burlington, Ont. L7L 6A9 905.333.8364 branthaven.com branthaven BranthavenHomes

210 Gladstone Ave. Ottawa, Ont. K2P 0Y6 613.233.6030 Ext. 242 claridgehomes.com ClaridgeHomes ClaridgeOttawa

20 Queen St. E., Ste. 203 Toronto, Ont. M5A 2B7 416.598.2129 danielshomes.ca thedanielscorporation TheDanielsCorp thedaniels-corporation

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Empire Communities 125 Villarboit Cres.

Vaughan, Ont. L4K 4K2 905.307.8102 empirecommunities.com EmpireCommunities Empire_Living empireliving empire-communities empirecommunities.com/blog

Great Gulf 3751 Victoria Park Ave. Toronto, Ont. M1W 3Z4 416.449.1340 greatgulf.com GreatGulf GreatGulfHomes great-gulf-homes greatgulf.com/news

Lash Group of Companies 10 Kodiak Cres., Ste. 200 Toronto, Ont. M3J 3G5 416.630.9393 lashgroup.ca LashGroupCA

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Lifetime Developments 49 Jackes Ave., Ste. 200 Toronto, Ont. M4T 1E2 416.987.3344 lifetimedevelopments.com LifetimeDevelopments Lifetime_Dev lifetimedevelopments.com/category/blog

Lindvest 3625 Dufferin St., Ste. 200 Toronto, Ont. M3K 1Z2 416.373.7688 lindvest.com LindvestLifeHappensHere lindvest

Losani Homes 430 McNeilly Rd., Ste. 203 Stoney Creek, Ont. L8E 5E3 905.561.1700 losanihomes.com losanihomes LosaniHomesLtd losani-homes

Mattamy Homes 7880 Keele St. Vaughan, Ont. L4K 4G7 905.907.8888 mattamyhomes.com mattamyhomes MattamyHighRise

Menkes Developments

New Horizon Development Group

4711 Yonge St., Ste. 1400 Toronto, Ont. M2N 7E4 416.491.2222 menkes.com MenkesLife menkesvideos menkes-developments-ltd-

69 John St. S., Ste. 400 Hamilton, Ont. L8W 2B9 905.777.0000 NHDG.ca livenewhorizon NewHorizonHomes

Minto Communities – Ottawa

50 Confederation Pkwy.

Concord, Ont. L4K 4T8 905.326.4100 pembertongroup.com Pemberton Group Pembertongroup pembertongroupcanada

180 Kent St., Ste. 200 Ottawa, Ont. K1P 0B6 613.230.7051 ottawahomes.minto.com mintohomesottawa Minto_NewHomes mintocommunities Minto in Ottawa

ModBox 135 Barrette St. Ottawa, Ont. K1L 7Z9 613.301.7782 stcharlesmarket.ca modbox.ca stcharlesmarket modboxdevelopments modboxottawa ModBox Developments

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Richcraft Homes 2280 Saint Laurent Blvd., Ste. 201 Ottawa, Ont. K1G 4K1 613.739.7111 richcraft.com richcrafthome RichcraftGroup richcraft RichcraftGroup richcraft-group-of-companies

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BY THE NUMBERS

Looking for a new home?

Here’s where we’re building in the GGH

Toronto: 5,100

Toronto: 33,450 2,500

2,000

Hamilton: 2,440

Kitchener/Waterloo Cambridge: 1,950

1,500

St. Catharines/Niagara: 1,200 Kitchener/Waterloo Cambridge: 1,050

1,000

Oshawa: 900

Oshawa: 875 Barrie: 850

Barrie: 700

Guelph: 650

Hamilton: 615

St. Catharines/ Niagara: 650

500 Guelph: 250

Brantford: 350

Brantford: 185 0

Single-detached

vs

Multi-family

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