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Homebuyers’ Help Hardscaping and your new home

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What rules your new-home choice?

Lifestyle increasingly influential for homebuyers

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ew-home buyers are often driven by different influences, but there’s no doubt lifestyle is an increasingly important factor.

Whether you’re considering a home near the beach, a golf course or a city penthouse or pied-à-terre, you’re likely looking to compensate for what you don’t have in your current residence.

The amount of living space is usually the issue – either too much or too little.

Most young families are looking for more living space, which is why builders are designing homes with interiors that maximize every square foot of living space to make the most of your money.

As we get older, the quest for living space may take a different direction.

Downsizing is often the answer, although many homeowners with existing homes in suburban or rural areas are acquiring townhomes or piedà-terres in the city. An urban location gives owners and their friends a chance to enjoy the social and cultural activities of the city without having to drive for hours to get home.

In today’s hectic world, your new home will be your retreat, so it’s important to find a home that suits your needs and lifestyle. In this issue, we profile new communities which offer the perfect place to put up your feet, plus the latest industry news and features about buying and owning a new home.

Enjoy!

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How Green is your home?

New homes today are far more energy efficient and cleaner, offering you opportunities to save and live heathier

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ven though the fi rst day of spring is actually March 20 (something Mother Nature largely ignored), April usually offers more signs that the season has really arrived. Temperatures begin to rise, rain rinses away winter’s residue and in a matter of days (we hope), tree buds sprout and green will wash around us.

It’s also the natural time of year when people renew their commitment to living Green.

When it comes to buying a home, newly built product today is miles

ahead of that built 25, 20 and even 10 years ago.

Most home builders today go to great lengths to make their homes as Green as possible, because that’s what sells, what makes sense, and what you – the consumer – wants.

Still, there are varying degrees of “Green-ness,” and builders offer different features and technologies to meet today’s increasingly stringent standards for energy efficiency and “clean” housing.

Ask each builder you’re serious about buying from: How Green is this home?

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EFFICIENCY IS IMPERATIVE

The materials and process used to build a new home dramatically affect the strength of that home. Make sure your home starts with a strong foundation built to the unique needs of the lot’s soil. Then, be sure to use engineered lumber throughout the home, and add spray foam to the walls to strengthen them further.

Energy efficient homes use minimal energy to stay very comfortable. Triple pane low-e argon filled windows combined with spray foam insulation make a great building envelope. A Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) and Tankless Hot Water System are also key technologies. Energy efficient homes create a win-win-win: for the earth, your pocketbook, and your family’s comfort.

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DURABILITY DRIVES VALUE

A home is your largest investment. You can live in a durable home for much longer with minimal maintenance costs, and enjoy a home that shows little wear and tear. Millimetre precision (from building with cutting edge technology without harsh outdoor weather or human error) as well as unmatched strength (through spray foam insulation and engineered lumber) is key to a durable home.

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Air pollution, radiation from technology, and toxins in our food and body products give our bodies enough work. Why not lighten your body’s load by having a home with a great building envelope that protects you from outdoor pollutants and allergens? Also make sure your home’s building OSB is free of carcinogenic urea-formaldehyde, only use water based lacquer, and choose paints and grouts low in VOCs. Additionally, opt for spray foam insulation, as it mitigates mould growth.

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The precision with which each part of your home fits together has a huge impact on how well it can function - from keeping the air healthy to minimizing energy requirements. A home’s every piece and part needs millimetre precision.

This requires talented people doing their best work with the help of leading edge technology like climate controlled building space, robotics with millimetre precision, mechanical muscle, and engineered lumber. People plus technology create a home of uncompromised quality.

Sustainability means that all humans and natural systems can continue to have living conditions and enough resources to flourish forever. We build homes that last using building methods that are easy on the earth, like sourcing safe local materials that last, minimizing construction waste and demand for natural resources, and crafting homes with reduced energy demands – or that produce their own energy using solar power!

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//FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

How to fi nd a home?

PAY ATTENTION TO LOCATION INFORMATION AND TIMING » by WAYNE KARL Despite what you often hear, buying a home isn’t only about location, location, location. True, this is the time-tested fi rst rule of real estate, but there are other determining factors you should consider as part of your selection process. Indeed, there’s a new rule of thumb for buying real estate.

WAYNE KARL

is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business.

In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property.

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LOCATION First, what does that old adage really mean? Of course, we’d all love a high-end home in the best neighbourhood.

But that’s not always possible. For your own enjoyment while you live in your home as well as for future resale potential, proximity to transportation, shopping, schools and other amenities is among the key determinants that affect your property’s appeal and ultimately its value. After all, those are the qualities potential buyers look for when searching for a home; the more of them your home has when you go to sell, the more desirable it will be to a greater number of people. Th is equates to demand – multiple offers and a higher price.

INFORMATION Whether you’re a fi rst-time homeowner, “buying up” to accommodate a growing family or “right-sizing” as an empty nester, education is critical. And these days, with

digital media and mobile technology, all the information you need is at your fi ngertips. From the content in this issue, at newhomeandcondoguide.ca to the resources available to you at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

(CMHC), to the local market expertise of new-home sales staff and realtors, the more knowledge you have, the better equipped you are to make informed decisions about buying, maintaining and eventually selling your home.

TIMING Though your home is your primary residence, it is also an investment.

Where you buy is usually determined largely by where you want to live, work and play. But when you buy and sell is also important. Like any financial instrument, real estate can fluctuate in value and your timing can determine how good of an investment it is. Given today’s challenging economic climate, there’s no shortage of media reports on the ups, downs, crashes and surges of the housing market. But if you’ve done your research, you won’t be spooked – or excited – by big-picture reports on short-term market performance. You know that real estate is not national or even regional – it’s very specific. You don’t buy the Canadian market and you don’t buy a provincial or even regional market.

You buy a specific home, on a specific street in a specific neighbourhood.

So, it’s not just about “location, location, location.” The new adage is “location, information and timing.” Do well with all three, and over the long haul your home is going to be one of the best lifestyle and investment decisions you ever made.

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requalifies as Best Managed Company Morrison Homes has announced its requalification as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for the sixth year in a row. With this recognition, Morrison retains its status of a Gold Standard member with the national award program sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC, National Post and Queen’s School of Business.

“We are honoured to be recognized as a Best Managed Company for six consecutive years,” says Dave Gladney, president and CEO of Morrison Homes. “Achieving this level of business success wouldn’t have been possible without the culture of excellence and customer care that permeates our organization. I congratulate all of our team members and industry partners for making this achievement possible.”

Established in 1993, Canada’s Best Managed Companies is the country’s leading business awards program and stands as a mark of excellence for Canadian-owned and managed private companies who have demonstrated business excellence in the caliber of their management abilities and practices.

Applications are reviewed by an independent judging panel that evaluates how companies address various business challenges; including new technologies, globalization, brand management, leadership, leveraging and developing core competencies, designing information systems and hiring the right talent to facilitate growth.

2014 winners of the Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies award, along with Re-qualified, Gold Standard and Platinum Club members were honoured at the annual Best Managed Gala in Toronto on March 31, 2015.

ABOUT MORRISON HOMES Morrison Homes is a leading large volume home builder with operations in Calgary and Edmonton. As the first CHBAAlberta Provincial Builder of the Year, the CHBA-Calgary Region’s 10-time “Builder of the Year” and JD Power & Associates recipient, Morrison Homes is known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Founded in 1961, the company now builds single-family and multi-family homes in top communities in Edmonton and Calgary. For more information, visit morrisonhomes.ca ABOUT THE AWARDS Since 1993, Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies has honoured exemplary management practices in Canadian companies that have annual revenues in excess of $10 million.

Hundreds of the country’s top organizations are appraised each year to determine those that offer the most innovative and successful management processes.

The awards are granted on four levels: 1) Best Managed winner (one of the 50 new winners selected each year); 2) Requalified member (repeat winners retain the Best Managed designation for two additional years, subject to annual operational and financial review); 3) Gold Standard winner (After three consecutive years of maintaining their Best Managed status, these winners have demonstrated their commitment to the program and successfully reapplied for the designation. Companies may requalify for two additional years, subject to annual operational and financial review); 4) Platinum Club member (winners that maintain Best Managed status for a minimum of six consecutive years).

For further information, visit the Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies website.

Everything you want from a builder; a great reputation.

Honesty. Care. Oh, and a really great kitchen.

You’ll love the Morrison building experience.

Morrison Homes is by your side through the whole building process, offering attention, followthrough and choice. Add our unmatched record of customer satisfaction and over 50 years of crafting quality homes in Alberta, and we’re just about the best friend a homebuyer could have.

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Here is the real deal with Edmonton’s housing market, which may answer some of your questions about buying a new home in today’s economy. For this analysis, we are going to forgo the use of our crystal ball for a bit and just look at the facts.

What Are the Facts?

Even with the losses in oil industry related jobs, overall employment will rise 1% in 2015, this coming from the provincial finance ministry on March 24th in a statement made to reporters in Calgary. According to government sources, to prevent employment from growing it would take a loss of 80,000 jobs before year-end. According to the finance minister, even with the recent fall in oil prices our province will still experience growth and Alberta’s economy will expand 0.6% this year.

That represents a big growth reduction, but it is still growth.

The diversification of key economic drivers in our GDP has changed dramatically, energy in 1985 accounted for 36.1% of the provincial GDP, whereas now energy accounts for less than 23%.

Increases in Manufacturing, Agriculture, Retail & Wholesale, Business and Commercial services have made our Province less dependent on oil and that trend will continue.

Consider this; can a downturn in oil prices be a good thing for Alberta in the long run?

In 2014 Alberta exported approximately 73% of our energy resources to the US. This percentage not long ago was in the 90’s. In 2014 U.S. crude production surged to a 45-year high, which is due in a large part to the emergence of shale oil production and the practice of fracking. We

haven’t been the only oil producer to lose market share, Saudi Arabia has lost even more. To gain back market share in its oil price war with US shale drillers, Saudi Arabia increased its oil production to 9.8m barrels per day (bpd), its highest level of output since last October. With a cost of production running as high as $90.00 per barrel, the US Shale Frackers are indeed hurting and shale oil production has come to a virtual standstill. Once shale oil producers are forced out, Alberta’s oil will be in higher demand and our US exports will increase.

What Does this Mean? Why Buy Now? Before the decrease in oil prices our housing market was very balanced. Unlike the recession of 2008/2009 our inventory levels are now much lower, so there isn’t a need to reduce prices dramatically to liquidate inventory. All price increases slated for this year have been held back, this includes trades, suppliers and even land developers, who have held back or deferred increasing land prices. A number of builders have held off on their spec home building program, which will reduce inventory even more.

What all this means is that now is a good time to buy; once the oil concern is over (and it will be) standing inventory will not meet demand. Just ask the more sophisticated investors who are now entering the market before the next wave of buyers enter the market. Once the media says it’s ok to buy, prices will already be on the rise. We have been through these cycles before and we will go through them again, but this time there really is a light at the end of the tunnel.

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Avoid home purchase surprises » by JIM RIVAIT

JIM RIVAIT

Jim Rivait is Chief Executive Officer of CHBA – Alberta. Starting his career working in government, Jim spent the last decade working in the private sector specializing in government relations, advocacy, strategic communications, policy development/analysis and association management.

Buying a home is a challenging process, and no purchaser wants to discover a potentially costly deal breaker at the last moment.

That’s why it is essential for consumers to be aware of the possible pitfalls of signing an exclusive service agreement with a real estate agent to help you buy a home.

Our association is hearing of cases where buyers never realized that an exclusive agreement means a real estate agent is entitled a commission on the sale of a new home or condo bought directly through a builder.

Buyers are then in a tough spot.

It’s important to understand that the builder has no legal obligation to pay the commission.

So how can buyers protect themselves against unexpected shocks?

The fi rst step is to understand that the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) introduced new requirements for real estate professionals last July so the rules may have changed since you last bought a home.

The non-government regulator made it mandatory for its members to use written service agreements with clients. The goal was to clarify the roles and responsibilities of agents and their clients in an attempt to reduce confl icts and confusion.

The RECA website provides more information about what parts of the agreement are negotiable, including the services to be provided, length of the agreement and remuneration.

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Buyers can also negotiate whether the buyer representation agreement is exclusive or non-exclusive.

A non-exclusive agreement leaves the consumer free to act on their own without having to pay a commission on a sale. Consumers can also enter into non-exclusive agreements with multiple agents.

An exclusive agreement locks the consumer into the terms of the contract – including commissions – even if the buyer deals directly with a builder.

RECA states that consumers can request a non-exclusive agreement but that its members are not obliged to accept those terms. The buyer has the option of finding a different agent.

Builders have taken steps in the past to work with buyers who want to be represented by an agent. The Builder/Realtor Cooperation Program is in place in both Edmonton and Calgary and many major builders participate.

A key principle of that program is that agents must register a client with the builder and then accompany the prospective buyer to view any showhomes.

Th is ensures that all the participants understand right from the start that an agent will be involved in the sale.

Homebuyers can avoid unexpected costs and stress by ensuring that they fully understand the terms and conditions before they sign either an exclusive or non-exclusive a service agreement. That’s the simple way to avoid complications later.

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta represents over 1,500 business members including new home builders, renovators, developers, trade and supply companies, and professional services.

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DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Active Homes, Impact Homes, Rosecroft Custom Homes LOCATION: Junction of Hwy. 21 and Hwy. 15 on 94 Street

2 SOUTHFORT RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: Anez Homes, Bold Homes, BR Homes, CMK Homes, Glenora Homes, Homes By Sidney, Thomsen Built LOCATION: Southfort Blvd & Ridgeland Way

3 SOUTHFORT MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: Landover Homes, Stoneridge Homes LOCATION: Southfort Drive & Meadowview Drive

4 SOUTHFORT ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: Open to public LOCATION: Southfort Drive & Greenfield Way

5 FOREST RIDGE IN WEST PARK

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Connect Homes Homes by Santos, Victory Homes, Open LOCATION: Westpark Drive & Cranberry Bend

6 WEST WOODLANDS

DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: Ingram Custom Homes, Open LOCATION: 55 St. & Sunset cres. Bruderheim

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Rohit Communities, LOCATION: 94 St. & Sienna Blvd.

AREA INFO • POPULATION: Over 18,653 • LOCATED: Adjacent to the northeast boundary of the provincial capital, the City of Edmonton-15 minutes close.

• SCHOOLS: 6 Public Schools, 3 Separate Schools, 1 Christian School.

• GROCERY: Sobey’s Station Square, Canada Safeway, No Frills.

• RECREATION & CULTURE FACILITIES: Dow Centennial Centre, Tennis courts, campground, baseball diamonds, golf course, indoor pool, outdoor ice rinks (2), curling rink, 3 arenas, indoor soccer, gymnasium, fitness centre, performing arts theatre, visual arts gallery, pottery studio.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: New Hospital Opening in 2012, 5 Medical Clinics.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: 360 hectares of park/ recreational/ natural land with 30 kilometres of paved trails for walking, running, biking, rollerblading and cross-country skiing.

A quiet, friendly, family oriented community.

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Plan Ahead… There Always is the Chance That Something May be Overlooked!

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As soon as possible… notify individuals, companies and institutions that your address will be changing, either by phone or by mailing the change-of-address cards from your post office. The following checklist will serve as a convenient reminder: ❏ Accountant ❏ Alumni Association ❏ Attorney ❏ Banks

❏ Investment Companies ❏ Lending Institutions

❏ Credit Cards

❏ Magazine / Newspaper Subscriptions

❏ Dentist

❏ Physicians

❏ Driver’s License

❏ Place of Worship

❏ Employers

❏ Revenue Canada

❏ Frequent Flyer Program

❏ Stockbroker

❏ Catalog Merchants

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a backyard adventure awaits you

Located right next to the North Saskatchewan River, Forest Ridge has all the outdoor amenities an active family needs to be happy and healthy.

• Playgrounds • Spray Park • Pryce Alderson Park

• Dow Centennial Recreation Centre & Performing Arts Centre

Purchase a new Single Family, Duplex or Estate Style Home and receive up to a $7,500 Flight Centre gift certificate!* Visit the showhomes for details. * Limited time and quantity.

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• Playgrounds • Parks • Creeks • Ponds • Lush Urban Forests Visit a showhome today and find the perfect place for everyone you love.

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Challenger Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, MacLachlan Mitchell Homes LOCATION: East of Clover Bar Road on Foxboro Drive

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DEVELOPER: Strata Developments BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 4 miles east of Sherwood Park on Baseline Road North at RR 824 to Ardrossan NEW LOTS COMING SOON!

4 LAKELAND RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Rohit Communities, LOCATION: Lakeland Drive & Campbell Rd.

5 SUMMERWOOD

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Pacesetter Homes, Rohit Communities, Open LOCATION: East of Clover Bar Rd. North of Baseline Rd. on Lakeland Dr.

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// HOMEBUYERS’ HELP

Calculate your mortgage payments CALCULATE YOUR MORTGAGE PAYMENTS MONTHLY PRE-TAX INCOME

DIVIDE BY 3

CHART FIGURE

AMORTIZATION AMOUNT

SPOUSE’S PRE-TAX INCOME

AFFORDABLE MONTHLY PAYMENTS

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE DIVIDED BY 1,000

ESTIMATED MONTHLY TAXES & HEAT

TOTAL PRE-TAX INCOME

AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE (PRICE – DOWN PAYMENT)

AMORTIZATION AMOUNT

MONTHLY PAYMENTS

MORTGAGE PAYMENT CALCULATION CHART INTEREST RATES %

AMORTIZATION PERIODS 10 YRS

15 YRS

20 YRS

25 YRS

30 YRS

5.00%

10.58

7.88

6.57

5.82

5.34

5.25%

10.70

8.01

6.74

5.96

5.49

5.50%

10.82

8.14

6.85

6.10

5.64

5.75%

10.94

8.27

6.98

6.25

5.79

6.00%

11.07

8.40

7.12

6.40

5.95

6.25%

11.19

8.53

7.26

6.55

6.11

6.50%

11.31

8.66

7.41

6.70

6.26

6.75%

11.43

8.80

7.55

6.85

6.42

7.00%

11.56

8.93

7.69

7.00

6.59

7.25%

11.68

9.07

7.84

7.16

6.75

7.50%

11.81

9.21

7.99

7.32

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11.94

9.34

8.14

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9.62

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Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home

01 02 03

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your home.

Take the total price of the home and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

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Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay.

Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most firsttime buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

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Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000.

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Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home.

» Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

Mortgage interest rates FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

VARIABLE 6 months

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ATB Financial

2.350

4.000

2.940

2.640

2.640

2.740

2.840

Alterna Bank

2.450

4.000

2.980

2.980

2.980

2.940

2.780

Alterna Savings

2.450

4.000

2.980

2.980

2.980

2.940

2.780

Bank of Montreal (BMO)

2.850

4.000

2.890

2.840

3.390

3.890

4.740

Bank of Nova Scotia

2.850

4.550

3.290

3.090

3.390

3.890

4.490

CIBC Mortgages

2.850

4.450

2.890

2.840

3.550

4.140

4.790

Canadian Western Bank

3.050

4.000

3.140

3.040

3.650

4.200

4.790

Canadian Western Trust

3.050

4.000

3.140

3.040

3.650

4.200

4.790

Comtech Credit Union

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2.890

2.890

2.950

2.990

2.790

First Calgary Financial

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2.890

2.890

2.490

3.090

2.950

First National Financial

2.250

3.950

2.840

2.490

2.590

2.690

2.690

FirstOntario Credit Un.

2.850

4.240

2.990

3.040

3.190

2.990

2.790

HSBC Bank Canada

2.850

4.450

3.140

3.140

3.540

4.240

4.740

Home Trust Company

2.500

3.950

2.890

2.440

2.540

2.640

2.640

ICICI Bank Canada

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3.150

3.650

3.640

3.690

3.690

Investors Group Trust

2.850

4.200

3.140

3.090

3.750

4.390

4.790

London Life

2.850

4.200

3.140

3.090

3.750

4.390

4.790

Manulife Bank

2.550

4.450

3.000

2.940

2.840

2.790

2.790

Manulife Trust

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4.450

3.000

2.940

2.840

2.790

2.790

Meridian Credit Union

2.650

4.000

3.090

3.090

3.550

3.290

2.750

National Bank

2.850

4.400

2.890

2.840

3.390

3.890

4.740

Ontario Civil Service CU

3.000

6.000

3.090

3.040

3.500

3.040

3.290

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5.000

2.890

2.590

3.390

3.890

4.740

2.500

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2.700

2.900

3.000

3.100

3.200

-

4.500

3.150

3.500

3.750

3.850

3.950

President’s Choice Fin’l

2.850

6.190

3.190

2.840

3.490

4.040

4.440

Royal Bank of Canada

2.850

3.140

3.140

3.040

3.650

4.390

4.640

Servus Credit Union

-

4.000

2.890

2.840

3.390

3.890

4.640

Steinbach Credit Union

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2.600

2.700

2.750

2.850

2.850

T-D Mortgage

2.850

3.140

2.890

2.840

3.390

3.890

4.740

Tangerine

3.000

-

3.190

3.240

3.490

3.690

3.790

Windsor Family C.U.

-

4.450

3.140

3.140

3.750

3.950

3.790

Your Neighbourhood C.U.

-

-

2.990

3.000

3.190

3.300

3.190

PACE Savings & Credit Un Parama Credit Union Peace Hills Trust

MORTGAGE TYPES ALL MORTGAGES ARE OF TWO BASIC TYPES: CONVENTIONAL: The buyer can borrow up to 80% of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less.

The buyer has to pay 20% down. A conventional mortgage cannot exceed 80% of the value of the property.

INSURED OR HIGH-R ATIO: A buyer can borrow up to 95% of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less. The down payment can be as low as 5%.

MORTGAGE OPTIONS You can choose any of these mortgage options which fit into the two basic mortgage types.

Lenders may even customize these options to suit your needs.

OPEN MORTGAGE: Allows borrowers to repay all or part of the total amount of their mortgage at any time without penalty.

Because of flexibility, this is ideal for borrowers who plan to sell their homes in the near future or who want to switch from a short-term mortgage at high interest rates to a longer term when mortgage interest rates fall.

CLOSED MORTGAGE: Usually has the lowest interest rate available but lacks the flexible features of other mortgage options.

A good choice for those who want the security of knowing their monthly payment is fixed for a longer term.

Prepayment options are available but they are subject to conditions.

PORTABLE MORTGAGE: Flexibility if borrowers move.

Borrowers can take the mortgage to their new home or can transfer it (usually with the consent of the lender) to the purchaser of their old home. This is an attractive option if the rate on the existing mortgage is lower than current rates.

PREPARED BY CANNEX ON MARCH 28, 2015 AT 06:30:23 ET. This information is current as of the date and time posted and is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2015 CANNEX Financial Exchanges Limited. All rights reserved. Legal Notices

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Easter holidays are approaching – inject some gorgeous colour into your home for the holidays. Here are five place settings, pillows and easter eggs to brighten your holiday table this Easter.

EASTER DECOR…

BY C. MARIE HEBSON PINK: LOVE, HOPE, KINDNESS. Dye your easter eggs soft pale pink, then double dip with gold metallic – tres chic. Ground the pink with accents of gold to create a more sophisticated table setting – truly a classic.

LAVENDAR: WEALTH, WISDOM, SPIRITUALITY. An eclectic mix of this and that, which is so lovely and colourful –lavender, lilacs with bold hits of easter egg yellow, green, pink and orange make this scheme such a delight.

DELPH BLUE: INTUITION, TRUST, WISDOM. Blue is such a gorgeous, classic colour – paired here with a chinoiserie table cloth and greek key toss cushion wrapping easter eggs with pretty blue ribbon and pussy willows grounds the more stuffy blue to something more touchable and welcoming.

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Aspen Trails Duplexes 780.952.1572 Single Family Homes 780.862.1060

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7. Fort Saskatchewan Sienna 780.995.6054 Duplexes

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Whyte Ave Whitemud Drive

4. Edmonton North West

For a full list of locations and home styles visit RohitCommunities.com

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Edgemont Place

EDMONTON

Whitemud Drive

At Rohit Communities, we know your home is with you through memories, milestones, laughter and love.

From the first place to call your own, to the home in which you celebrate your golden years, our homes are the backdrop for your best moments. We built a house, you make it Forever Home.

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Starting from the $350,000's

Starting from the $315,000's

Starting from the $375,000's

All homes include laminate and tile flooring, granite countertops on the main floor, 6 appliances and many upgrade options available.

Only 10 minutes from Edmonton and Sherwood Park, duplexes in Sienna feature open concept floor plans, granite on the main floor, laminate, tile, rear deck, landscaping and more!

All homes include laminate and tile flooring, granite countertops on the main floor, 6 appliances, full landscaping, and more!

Duplexes also available from the $320,000's!

Duplexes also available from the $335,000's!

Visit the showhome at 3710 167A Ave NW Call Tyler at 780.880.2981 for more information

Visit the showhome at 50 Sierra Wynd, Fort Saskatchewan Call Chris at 780.995.6054 for more information

Visit the showhome at 20204 43 Ave Call Kim at 780.906.9808 for more information prices as of March 27, 2015, subject to change

GREEN: TRANQUIL, HEALTH, VITALITY. If your afraid of colour, green is the new neutral – whether your bold enough to go citrine green or prefer a soft, watery green (shown here), green blends beautifully because we find it all around us in nature. Makes all wood look alive and vibrant –

BLACK: ELEGANT, GROUNDING, MYSTERIOUS. Love these silhouette eggs – Try black this Easter paired with your favorite colour or on its own, so elegant and exciting. Instantly give your table more wow factor with black.

Photos compiled are from websites that Marie shops at, various items chosen are befitting the mood and depict best choices for this article.

Should you want information on any of these products, please contact interiorsBYDESIGNinc.

APR 10 - MAY 8, 2015 | NEW HOME GUIDE 35

What to do when you hire a contractor Many experienced and reliable contractors work in your community – highly skilled professionals who do business the right way.

Unfortunately not all contractors play by the same rules. Some cut corners to offer lower prices. They promise you a “good deal” as long as nothing is written down and you pay in cash.

These cash deals can mean a lot of risk for you.

Contractors who don’t do business properly don’t protect you from accidents or their mistakes. If there is a work-related injury or damage to your home, you could face lawsuits and financial loss.

You could be responsible for your contractor’s unpaid bills. And you could be stuck with work that is incomplete or badly done.

While serious, these risks are easy to avoid. Before you agree to let anyone work on your home, take these three simple steps: know who you’re dealing with, make sure you’re protected from risks, and always Get in in Writing! ™

How to find

a good contractor • Ask friends, family and neighbors about contractors they have hired to work on their homes.

• Contact your local Home Builders’ Association or other trade association for a list of professional contractors in your community.

• Ask your local building materials store if it has a list of recommended contractors.

• Ask your utility company if it has a list of recommended contractors.

• Check with your local Better Business Bureau to find out if a contractor is a member.

For more advice, including detailed information about contracts plus worksheets you can use when interviewing contractors, visit HiringAContractor.com For a listing of builder and renovator members, contact the Canadian Home Builder’s Association - Edmonton Region. Call 425-1020 or visit their website at chbaedmonton.ca Get it in Writing! provides information to help you make informed choices when you build, renovate, or repair your home. This program is managed by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association with support from the Government of Canada.

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1 MAPLERIDGE & OAKRIDGE COMMUNITIES

DEVELOPER: Maple Ridge & Oak Ridge Communities BUILDERS: Country Hills Homes LOCATION: 17 Street between Sherwood Park Freeway and Whitemud Drive

2 TAMARACK

DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Landmark Communities, LOCATION: From Whitemud go South on 17 Street & follow the signs to Tamarack Gate

3 LAUREL

DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg Master Builder LOCATION: South of 23 Avenue and East of 34 Street

4 LAUREL CROSSING

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Landmark Homes, Tristate Signature Homes, Bedrock Homes, Connect Homes LOCATION:34 Street & 16A Avenue

5 MAPLE CREST

DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Coventry Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Landmark Legacy, Landmark Communities, Bedrock Homes LOCATION: Maple Road (38th Avenue NW) and 8th Street

6 WILLOW HAVEN

DEVELOPER: CarringtonLand BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes LOCATION: 5624 7th Ave SW.

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, & Parkwood Master Builder LOCATION: 17 Street and 23 Avenue, south of Millcreek Nursery

8 LAUREL GREEN

DEVELOPER: Dream Unlimited Corp.

BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Landmark Legacy Homes, Urban Luxury Homes LOCATION: South of 23 Avenue on 24 Street

9 LARKSPUR LANDING

DEVELOPER: Rohit Communities BUILDERS: Rohit Communities LOCATION: 2845 - 43rd Avenue NW Edmonton

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Hardscaping AND YOUR NEW HOME » by SHANE’S LANDSCAPING & CONTRACTING LTD. What is hardscaping?

Definition: “Hardscaping” or “ hardscape” refers to the inanimate elements of a landscape. In particular, as the name implies, “ hardscaping” refers to hard elements such as those composed of concrete, brick or stone and also wood. For instance, constructing a patio or deck is a hardscaping project, as is a brick walkway, a stone wall, a stone water feature or a wooden fence

The possibilities are endless when accentuating your new home with the many applications of hardscaping.

The array of products both ready-made and natural available on the market today is extensive. Imaginative ideas and adventurous designs, delicately balance the best in form and function.

Make your outdoor living spaces extraordinary with the unique combinations available in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Hardscaping benefits are the perfect accent to a variety of homes landscapes both large and small. Hardscaping serves very useful and practical functions. The best place to start when considering the addition of a hardscaping feature to your new home is to contact a qualified full service landscaping contractor. Below we have listed a few of the more popular hardscaping applications: PAVING STONES – Endure the test of time From warm and elegant Old World charm to progressive clean lines, durable paving stones can be fashioned in infinite patterns for stunning patios, courtyards, driveways, sidewalks and other outdoor areas RETAINING WALLS – Create an outdoor oasis

Stylish and strong, an artfully constructed retaining wall provides necessary support and pleases the eye. Shape and accent your landscape with one or a combination of our numerous walls that boast the utmost performance and grace.

SEAT WALLS – Function and form

Create the ideal setting for entertaining your family and friends with seat walls. From elaborate patio enclosures to built in benches, flower and garden beds, seat walls allow you to create beautiful and functional surrounds with durable long lasting structures for any landscape.

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Photo supplied by Shanes Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. environment. Ideal for relaxing and entertaining family and friends, outdoor living rooms provide the best of both worlds the comfort of the indoors in a natural setting. The attractive focal point provides an environment that begs to be experienced. No other home improvement can so quickly, easily and affordably produce such a striking visual impact while adding permanent value to your home.

WATER FEATURES – Liquid assets for your yard Water features add soothing sights and sounds to help you relax and de-stress. With today’s technology, adding a water feature to your outdoor living space has never been easier or more affordable. From a babbling brook, to an eye catching waterfall or a custom koi pond, a water feature is a welcome addition to any outdoor space making you the envy of the neighborhood.

There are several more hardscaping applications than listed here; we have barely scratched the surface on all that is available. Every month, we will continue to provide you with the information you need to make a well informed and smart landscaping decision. You cannot go wrong with the smart investment of a quality hardscaping feature – not only will it be a welcome sanctuary for your family, children and pets for years to come, it will also increase the value of your home.

Shane’s Landscaping & Contracting Ltd. is locally owned and specializes in residential, estate and acreage landscape construction. From patios to water features, driveways, retaining walls, lighting, walkways, fences, irrigation, garden beds, boulders, barbecue, fire pits and the new synthetics grasses, we can help make your landscaping beautiful. Planning your landscaping is an exciting time and we are here to help. Our team of friendly knowledgeable and hardworking staff can make your landscaping dream a reality. Call us now for a consultation at 780.983.8233 or view our portfolio at shaneslandscaping.com

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What’s next for BoC’s target rate?

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» by ALYSSA RICHARD

ALYSSA RICHARD

is the Founder and CEO of RateHub.ca – a financial product comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart financial decisions.

The Bank of Canada announced on March 4 it would leave its overnight lending rate at 0.75 per cent – for six more weeks, anyway. The rate has sat at this position only since Jan. 21, when the central bank made an unexpected rate cut, after holding it at one per cent for nearly 4.5 years.

The drop in 0.25 percentage points in January came as a surprise, as most economists had been predicting the opposite would occur some time in 2015.

It was BoC’s way of attempting to shield highly indebted Canadians from the negative impacts in the energy sector, caused by the sharp drop in oil prices in

the latter half of 2014. But it was also a signal for banks to drop their Prime rates, to stimulate the economy as a whole.

At the time, the banks expressed concern that dropping their rates would cause Canadians to take on more debt they couldn’t afford to repay, versus help those who were feeling the inch, so initially they chose not to budge. Eventually, they all dropped their Prime rates by 0.15 per cent, from three per cent to 2.85 per cent, but none have made a full 0.25-per-cent cut, as suggested by the central bank’s move.

According to our mortgage calculator, the additional 0.10 per cent that’s missing could lower our best five-year variable rate from two per cent to 1.9 per cent, which would result in a savings of $18/month or $1,080 over five years on a $400,000 home (the average price in Canada), with 10 per cent down and a 25-year mortgage. That may not sound like much, but it hurts to think about, when you know the banks have control and are choosing not to do it.

All of this is to say that some people predicted the Bank of Canada would further cut the overnight lending rate today, potentially by an additional 0.25 per cent. However, Governor Stephen Poloz says data from 2014 suggests we’ll see stronger growth in non-energy exports and investments in 2015, and the central bank wants to wait and see how the economy responds to the first rate cut of the year, before making any further moves.

So, the overnight lending rate – and therefore Prime rates and your variable mortgage rates – are going to stay put. For now. But if the economy declines, we may see another cut. And if things continue to get better, we may see it go back up to one per cent – or more.

BoC’s next rate announcement and monetary policy report is on April 15.

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• POPULATION: Approx 12,500 • LOCATED: 2 miles South of Edmonton on 50th street.

• SCHOOLS: 5 Schools from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

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• RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Beaumont Regional Activities Centre and numerous Coloniale Estates Golf Course, Edmonton outdoor facilities.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: 10 minutes to Grey Nuns Hospital. Served by Edmonton Ambulance.

Coloniale Estates In Beaumont.

Distinctive Homes In A Golf Club Setting.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: Approximately 170 acres of parkland & km of inter-connected walkways.

There is something to enjoy about Coloniale Estates every day.

It is the kind of place where neighbours become friends and kids have plenty of opportunity to run and play. This is an exclusive golf club community with favourable pricing that is hard to find in golf course communities.

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In Coloniale Estates you’ll find great park spaces where neighbours can gather and enjoy each other’s company, walking/biking trails for short after-dinner strolls or energetic bike rides. In winter those trails function as cross country skiing opportunities.

ThereESTATES are 5 schools in4and around ROYAL OAKS 1 COLONIALE DEVELOPER: Cancom Development DEVELOPER: ARW Development Corp. school Beaumont, serving elementary and high students.

BUILDERS: Konark Homes, BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes There are superb recreational facilities and Cancom Homes, Infiniti Homes, Open LOCATION: 50 St. & Coloniale Way all around From Beaumont: shopping at the Montalet Mall, The EdmontonLOCATION: International West on Township Road 510 to 2 DANSEREAU MEADOWS Airport and the Grey Nuns Hospital are 15 minutes away.

East Vistas Blvd. (follow signs) DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Caliber Master Builder,

for more information call 780-929-8782 The Showhome, Coloniale Estates, Edmonton or Hickory visit our website at town.beaumont.ab.ca

6 TRIOMPHE IN BEAUMONT DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Trend Homes, Connect Homes, Active Homes, Areo Homes LOCATION: 44th Avenue & Triomphe Blvd

From Edmonton: South on 101 St.

The homes are all Detached Family Homes withRoad 2-Car to Township 510, east on Township Landmark Communities,Single Pacesetter Road 510 to East Homes or 3-Car Tandem Garages, ranging in size from 1,480 Sq.Vistas Ft. Blvd. (follow signs) LOCATION: West on 50th Street at Rue to 2,681 Sq. Ft. Many of the exterior designs are Montalet (follow the signs) unique to this community and reflect Mattamy’s 5 EAGLEMONT IN The Hickory Showhome, Coloniale Estates, Edmonton 3 RUISSEAU ability to provide a variety of designs to make BEAUMONT DEVELOPER: MLC Group DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities each street more interesting.

Special features BUILDERS: Lenaco Homes, Active BUILDERS: Look Homes Builder. such as front Master porches also elevate the sense Homes, Jaya Homes, Golden West Homes LOCATION: 50th Ave & Rue Eaglemont LOCATION: It is located on the south of friendlinessside inofthe community.

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All Mattamy homes also come with two trees and fully sodded yards, so the neighourhood is green not brown.

You’ll find that Mattamy builds homes that are worthy of your family memories.

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IS THE IMF ROOTING AGAINST CANADA’S HOUSING MARKET? (PART 1)

If you’ve never heard of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) just Google “Canadian Housing Market” and look for the red ink. Since the beginning of 2015, this global economic think tank has become a well-quoted commentator of our housing market with headlines that often include “overvalued” and “overheated.” At Intelligence House, we wonder if the IMF could be “over concerned.”

Whether or not our central bank is as concerned about the IMF’s view on Canadian household debt depends on where you get your news, however, it is something they definitely monitor. It does seem counter intuitive for public policy makers to lower interest rates to encourage borrowing, only to be disappointed once people do. After all, the demand for loans works like the demand for all things: when the cost of borrowing is low, people borrow more.

In a nutshell, the IMF fears that lengthy periods of low interest lending has allowed too many Canadians to assume debt levels that they would not be able to afford in a higher interest environment. They further warn that a portion of Canadian homeowners will be forced to sell their homes to avoid mortgage default once interest rates inevitably rise. This portion of homeowners could be sufficiently large to spur a downward correction in our housing prices.

At the end of the day, increasing debt is not a sign of weakening household finances, especially when interest rates are low or falling. What counts, or what should count, is how they are investing and servicing this debt.

Statistics on Canadian household debt are often quoted alongside this IMF warning. Earlier in March, Statistics Canada reported that debt-to-disposable income levels ended 2014 at 163%; up significantly from the 130% experienced prior to the Bank of Canada’s initial lowering of the interest rate in 2008.

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As the IMF has kindly pointed out, Canadians have been using much of their new debt to invest in housing. In fact, mortgage debt accounts for 66% of all consumer debt and is the majority of our most recent experienced growth in total national debt levels.

So is this really a bad thing? More on this next time…

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Tristate Signature Homes, Homes by Santos and Connect Homes LOCATION: Coady Blvd & Meadowview Blvd.

Showhomes Coming Soon

2 TRIBUTE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Tristate Signature Homes LOCATION: Dunlop Wynd & Caledonia Dr.

3 WINDROSE

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises BUILDERS: Homes by Sher-Bilt, Cornerbrook Construction, Jacob’s Construction, McLean & McLean Custom Homes LOCATION: Exit at 50 Ave off Highway 2, proceed west, then go south on RR 253 to Windrose

4 SUNTREE

DEVELOPER: Maclab Enterprises BUILDERS: Kimberly General Partner, Cobblestone Master Builder, Bedrock Homes, Caliber Master Builder, Entity Homes, B&H Homes, Landmark Homes LOCATION: Grant MacEwan Boulevard & Suntree Promenade

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DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Homes

by Avi, Innovations by Jayman, Jayman MasterBUILT LOCATION: Highway 2A & 50th Street

• RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Recreation & Culture Centre, Performing Arts Centre, 18 hole Golf Course & Public Library.

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• MEDICAL FACILITIES: Full Service Community Hospital and Full Ambulance Service.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: 27 parks including Telford Lake, Fred John’s Park & Lions Campground.

6 ROBINSON

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Developments BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Homes by Sher-Bilt, Connect Homes LOCATION: South of Rolly View Road on C.W. Gaetz Drive

7 BRIDGEPORT

DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Santos Construction Ltd., Encore Master Builder, McLean & McLean Custom Homes Ltd.,Western Living Homes LOCATION: Take 50 Ave, turn right on Bridgeport Crossing

8 WEST HAVEN PARK

DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Encore Master BuilderSantos Construction Ltd.,Homexx Corporation LOCATION: West on 50th Ave, South on West Haven Boulevard

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a thriving Industrial, Commercial & Agricultural Community continues to experience growth and expansion.

“A great place to call home!”

For more information contact The City of Leduc at 780-980-7177

The grass will be greener, just like your wallet.

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ualico Communities presents Meadowview in Leduc, an exciting new single- and multi-family home community. Situated on the southeast side of Leduc, Meadowview boasts all the sought-after benefits of city living without the big city rush. Residents in this community enjoy a slower paced lifestyle that the city of Leduc offers, where family friendly neighbourhood living is emphasized. This exceptional Qualico Community provides convenient access to major roadways, such as the QE2 and Anthony Henday Drive, ensuring any travel into and throughout Edmonton is quick and hassle-free. Plus, it’s only a quick five-minute drive to the Edmonton International Airport, making this the perfect choice for those who travel often.

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Life in Meadowview offers an ideal community environment that is expertly developed to meet the needs of many different lifestyles. Young couples, who are in the market for their first home, are presented with an outstanding opportunity to invest in an affordable and quality home product. Growing families will find superior home options within this neighbourhood, as Meadowview provides families who are looking to upgrade to a larger home with the chance to be immersed in a charming and close-knit setting that is connected to a major urban centre.

Features and amenities in and around Meadowview are not just focused on its close proximity to Edmonton. The community is close to Leduc’s city centre, ensuring residents

have quick access to a variety of amenities, including an array of shopping, multiple schools, and a local hospital. Those who enjoy an active lifestyle are sure to appreciate the nearby Leduc Recreational Centre, which features hockey rinks, aquatic and fitness centres, and indoor field houses! Lovers of the great outdoors will find themselves surrounded by plenty of natural amenities as well. Multiple parks and paths, as well as numerous green spaces, encourage outdoor focused activities and provide a tree-filled picturesque setting for the beautiful community of Meadowview. Residents can also look forward to an exciting new dinosaur themed playground opening this summer. Centered around the exciting discovery of the Hadrosaurus fossil that was found in the community in

2013, this dino-themed playground is sure to please Meadowview’s younger residents!

When buying a home in a Qualico Community you can be confident in your investment. With more than 60 years of successful experience, Qualico Communities has been “developing outstanding communities designed for living in the Greater Edmonton area.” Their unmatched expertise in design, service and technology allows Qualico Communities to continue to create exceptional neighbourhoods that appeal to a variety of lifestyles. Nothing is overlooked “offering diverse styles of new homes and access to amenities such as creeks, beautiful ponds, parks, trails and playgrounds,” Qualico Communities leads the industry in establishing communities that meet the needs of the ever-changing homebuyer.

This first-class development features numerous home options to choose from: executive-style homes, single-family homes, duplex and townhomes ensure there are a variety of home options and styles for homebuyers to choose from.

Meadowview is also showcasing four exceptional home builders in this community – Connect homes, Homes by Santos, Tristate Homes and Victory Homes. Homebuyers have the opportunity to find a builder that offers the home product that most effectively meets their lifestyle needs and personal style tastes.

For more information or to learn more about the community of Meadowview in Leduc, visit liveinmeadowview.com.

Showhomes are located on Meadowview Drive and Meadowview Boulevard, and are open Monday to Thursday 3 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and holidays noon to 5 p.m.

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DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Landmark Legacy, Homes by Avi, Landmark Communities, Landmark Homes, Park Royal Homes, Kirkland Homes LOCATION: North of Ellerslie Rd. on 66 Street

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DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Mosaic Townhomes, Brookfield Duplexes, Innovations by Jayman, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Landmark Homes, Homes by Avi, Pacesetter Homes, Landmark Classic Homes, Canyon Spring Master builder, Aacropolis Homes LOCATION: Ellerslie Rd. & Parsons Rd.

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DEVELOPER: Rohit Land Dev. BUILDERS: Art Custom Homes, White Eagle Homes, D’Cor Homes, Celebration Homes LOCATION: 1 km South of Ellerslie Road on 111 Street SW

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DEVELOPER: MLC Group / Cameron Communities BUILDERS: Cameron Homes LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Rd. on 66 Street

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DEVELOPER: Carrington Land BUILDERS : Bedrock Homes LOCATION : 5624 - 7th ave

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DEVELOPER: MLC Group / Allard Developments BUILDERS: Active Homes, Boss Homes, Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Rd. on 66 St.

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DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Caliber Master Builder, Kimberley Homes, White Eagle Homes, Parkwood Master Builder LOCATION: 111th Street & 30th Ave

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DEVELOPER: Rohit Land Development BUILDERS: Celebration Homes, OPEN LOCATION: Ellerslie Road & Blackmud Creek Ravine

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DEVELOPER:United Communities BUILDERS: RSL - Kirkland, Landmark, Morrison and Montorio Duplex - Morrison, Montorio and Innovations by Jayman LOCATION: South on Ellerslie to 66th Street

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DEVELOPER: Cancom Development BUILDER: Konark Homes, Cancom Homes, Infiniti Homes, Open LOCATION: South on 101 Street to Towship Road 510. Turn east to EastVistas Blvd. (follow signs)

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DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Coventry Homes, Landmark Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, Trend Homes, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Melcor Homes LOCATION: South on Ellerslie at 66th street

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DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Landmark Homes and Jayman Exclusive.

LOCATION: From Ellerslie Road and 11th Street, drive South on James Mowatt Trail for approximately 5 minutes. The entrance to Desrochers Villages is on the right, just south of 30th Avenue (across the street from the Allard neighbourhood).

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7 SHOWHOMES TO VIEW! $300’s • Walk to K to 9 school • Neighbourhood Commercial (Walmart Opening in January) • 17 Acre central park & school site • Walking distance to new City Rec Facility & Sports Field • Minutes to the Anthony Henday & South Edmonton Common • Landscaped Ponds & Walking Trails

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TOWNHOMES Pacesetter Homes Boss Homes

DUPLEX Crystal Creek Homes Lincolnberg Sterling Homes

SINGLE FAMILY - ATTACHED GARAGE Active Homes Pacesetter Homes Sterling Homes Crystal Creek Homes

THE ART OF HOME There’s a difference at Brookfield Residential that transforms streets into neighbourhoods, fields into backyards, and finished structures into the places we live.

From the green space on the corner to the shops down the street, Brookfield’s holistic community design has made residents the centre of everything for over 56 years. Beyond just blueprints and engineering, it’s what we call the Art of Home.

FIND YOUR PLACE DIVE IN

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HANDCRAFTED DESIGN TO INSPIRE YOUR LIFE In The Orchards, the true beauty is in the details we’ve perfected to make this southeast community truly feel like home.

Community members enjoy parks, walking paths and a private Residents’ Association featuring a new playground, tobogganing hill and outdoor hockey rink. Other exclusive amenities will include a splash park, tennis courts, picnic areas and multi-purpose facility building.

VISIT OUR STUNNING SHOW HOMES BY AWARD WINNING BUILDERS Brookfield Residential

Jayman MasterBUILT

Daytona Homes Master Builder

Landmark Legacy

Homes by Avi

Sterling Homes

FOR EVERY MOMENT OF YOUR LIFE

HIDDEN GEM OF THE NORTHEAST

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SURROUND YOURSELF WITH NATURE

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Dream Like a Kid Again

FULL HOUSE LOTTERY 2015 » by SALINA YARA HALABI On Thursday, March 19, Full House Lottery celebrated the launch of its 2015 lottery. For 22 years, Full House Lottery has been raising awareness and much needed funds for the University Hospital Foundation and the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. More than $66 million has been raised by the lottery towards the advancement of technology and services at these two essential Alberta hospitals. These funds have helped ensure the more than 1.1 million annual patients who are treated at these facilities are receiving optimal care with the most technologically advanced medical equipment. This year, Full House Lottery proceeds will go towards the support of both Trauma Surgery at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation and advancing the Northern Renal Program at the University Hospital Foundation – two incredibly important causes that have a significant impact in our community and throughout northern Alberta.

This year’s lottery is based around the theme Dream Like a Kid Again, and with 3,017 prizes worth more than $6.5 million, there’s plenty to ignite that child-like level of excitement! From the hottest cars and the most exclusive vacations, to Alberta’s richest Early Bird prize that includes a 2015 Aston Martin DB9 Carbon Edition, a trip to England and $10,000 cash (valued at $271,907), the 2015 prize pool will definitely impress. Now, if you want to get really dreamy, check out the grand prize homes!

Three grand prize dream homes are located in the highly coveted area of Jagare Ridge and back onto the glorious golf course. Grand Prize 1, The Summit by Kondro Homes, is the largest dream home Full House Lottery has ever given away – 6,490 sq. ft! The stunning home features an elevator that travels through all three of its levels, as well as a fully equipped in-law suite located in the basement. This package, which includes a 2015 Mercedes Benz CLA and $25,000 cash, is valued at an incredible $2.09 million.

The Bach V by Landmark Homes is the second Grand Prize home. This sprawling, 5,103-sq.-ft. two-storey home features Landmark’s industry leading energy efficiency within its walls, as well as a wellness space in the basement complete with yoga studio, juice bar and spa. Valued at more than $1.6 million, this prize package also includes $25,000 cash.

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Grand Prize 3, The Bellview by Perry Homes, is the lottery’s biggest bungalow ever offered, coming in at 5,097 sq. ft. Get ready to be blown away – this home features an indoor hockey rink! With $25,000 cash, this prize is valued at more than $1.5 million.

This year’s lottery also features two add-on options that offer a chance to win some serious cash – a Thousands-a-day Giveaway and the 50/50 Extra.

Visit the homes in person, or tour the homes online at fullhouse.ca. The homes are open Monday through Friday, 1 to 8 p.m.; and weekends and holidays, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased by calling 780.424.6161, toll free 1.800.441.0465, at fullhouse.ca, at hospital kiosks and at the Full House Lottery Dream Homes. Ticket Prices: 1 for $100 / 3 for $250 / 5 for $375 / 10 for $575. Early Bird sales deadline is midnight, May 7, 2015.

DEVELOPER: Windermere Lands Ltd. BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes LOCATION: 170th Street & Ellerslie Road

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DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Lincolnberg Master Builder, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Look Master Builder, Homes By Avi, Brookfield Homes LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road & West of 141 Street.

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Western Living Homes, Sunny Valley Homes, Ace Lange Homes, Kanvi Homes, open LOCATION: Winderemere Blvd. West of 170 Street

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5 KESWICK ON THE RIVER

DEVELOPER: MLC / Cameron Communities BUILDERS: Cameron Homes, Hillview Master Builder, Kimberley Homes, Landmark Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, Aacropolis Homes, Ace Lange Homes, Carriage Signature Homes, Perry Signature Homes, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: West of 180th Street and South of Ellerslie Road (9th Ave)

DEVELOPER: Windermere Ambleside II Ltd. BUILDERS: Marcson Homes, Bedrock Homes, Kimberley Homes, Homes by Avi, Kanvi Homes, Connect Homes, Averton Homes LOCATION: Terwillegar Drive and Anthony Henday Drive

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Coventry Homes, MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Rohit Communities, Marcson Homes, Augusta Homes 7 LOCATION: 170 St & 7th Ave. S.W.

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Developer: UnitedCommunities Builders: RSL - Homesby Avi, Pacesetter, Parkwood Homes, Landmark Homes. RPL - Pacesetter, Landmark Legacy Homes, Duplex Homes (front attached Garages) - Parkwood Homes, Landmark Legacy. Duplex Homes (rear attached garages) - Homes by Avi LOCATION: 156 Street & Ellerslie Road

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Averton Homes, Homes by Managen, Mac & Mitch Homes, Open LOCATION: Windermere Blvd. West of 170 St.

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities.

BUILDERS:Las Palmas Estate, Marco Antonio Homes, Open LOCATION: Windermere Blvd., West of 170 St.

JAGARE RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: AceLang Construction, Canyon Springs Master Builder, Birkholz Homs, Hillview Homes, Carriage Custom Homes, Kanvi Homes, Perry Signature Homes, Kimberley Custom Homes LOCATION: South on Ellerslie and 141 street

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DEVELOPER: Delcon Creekwood BUILDERS: Artisan Homes, Bedrock Homes, Homes by Avi, Kimberley Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Connect Homes, Thomsen Built, Alquinn Homes, Averton Homes, Klair Custom Homes, Prominent Homes T:6.75” LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road & West of 141 Street

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Coventry Homes, Connect Homes, LOCATION: Ellerslie Road & 170th Street

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DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Averton Homes, Marcson Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, Landmark Communities, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: Ellerslie Rd, west of 127th St SW

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DEVELOPER: Rohit Land Development BUILDERS: Crimson Cove Homes, d’Cor Homes, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Pacesetter Homes, Rohit Communities LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road, East of 170 Street

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DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Innovations by Jayman, Brookfield Residential, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Coventry Homes, Homes by Avi LOCATION: South of Ellerslie Road & East of 141 Street

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DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes LOCATION: Hiller Road, West of 170 Street

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Visit the showhomes and enter to win a 6 month subscription to Organic Box! Featuring Homes From Our Quality Builders Single Family Homes: Crimson Cove Homes, d’Cor Homes, Lincolnberg Master Builder, Pacesetter Homes and Rohit Communities Triplexes and Townhomes: Pacesetter Homes and Rohit Communities

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It’s in your nature to love the little things.

Village Setting, City Living It’s what you’ve been waiting for: Urban Edmonton combined with nature’s simple pleasures. Nestle into this 45-acre boutique community, an envelope of land tucked next to an environmental reserve. Your modern ranch or alpine-inspired home will blend right in.

Now this is the simple life you’ve craved.

SHOWHOMES ARE NOW OPEN! Townhomes

Duplex

Single Family - Attached Garage

Pacesetter Homes

Landmark Communities Lincolnberg Master Builder

Averton Homes Marcson Homes Parkwood Master Builder

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MORE GREEN SPACE.

No other south Edmonton development has more green space.

Swaths of natural forest. Naturalized parks. Unmatched river and ravine views. Build your new home in a natural environment.

COME EXPLORE OUR RIVER LOTS TODAY.

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Don’t blend in.

Modern homes starting at $400K. From the makers of ONE at Windermere, introducing ONE at Keswick.

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SHOWHOME REVIEW//

LANDMARK HOMES: The Apex IV in Graydon Hill » by SALINA YARA HALABI

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andmark Homes welcomes you to explore its beautiful duplex home project in the coveted community of Graydon Hill. Showcasing 22 expertly designed duplexes, this project combines Landmark’s soughtafter home features with spacious living and amenity rich surroundings. Known for an innovative approach to home building, Landmark has established itself as a leader in the home building industry. The Apex IV highlights the outstanding sustainable home building qualities and innovative technologies that this builder offers, while also presenting a stunning home that is sure to impress.

A premiere location in a flourishing southwest Edmonton district offers homebuyers unsurpassed conveniences. The highly esteemed area of Graydon Hill is situated near Rabbit Hill Road, providing easy access to the Anthony Henday and other major roadways. Residents of this community will be just minutes away from a variety of retail outlets and services, including the premiere commercial district of Currents of Windermere, the popular Terwillegar Rec Centre, and the Jagare Ridge Golf Course. Natural amenities are also in high supply near this residential neighbourhood. A large park space and nearby environmental reserve enhance the exclusivity of the area, while outdoors enthusiasts will definitely enjoy the close proximity to the Whitemud Creek Ravine.

Each expertly designed home consists of three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, and range from 1,531 to 1,550 sq. ft. Upon entering the home a spacious foyer sets the tone for this open-concept main floor. Dark hardwood lines the floor and contrasts beautifully against the gray toned walls and white trim. The main living area features an exceptionally sized great room with plenty of room for

seating and an optional gas fi replace – a stunning focal point with a modern dark tile surrounding. Th is living space is open to a gorgeous kitchen, which features a large island that serves as a transitional piece between the two spaces. Granite countertops are included in every home; modern white toned granite is showcased in this kitchen, accented with fresh white cabinetry and subway tile backsplash.

Every kitchen in this Graydon Hill development includes stainless steel Energy Star appliances: a fridge, stove, dishwasher, and over the range microwave. A walkthrough pantry ensures homeowners have plenty of storage space and convenient access to the mudroom and double car garage. A bright and airy dining nook is situated off the kitchen and boasts oversized windows and access to the completed back deck.

Completing this level of the home is a main floor bath, located just off of the mudroom.

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leads to the second floor of the Apex IV. Two large bedrooms are located to the right of the staircase, each with generously sized closets and a window that allows for plenty of natural light. A full-bath is located next to the secondary bedrooms along with a handy laundry space – both with ceramic tile flooring.

The master bedroom is found to the right of the staircase and boasts enough space for a king sized bed and night tables. His & Her walk- in closets provide homeowners with substantial storage space and a private ensuite with double vanities completes this owner’s retreat. The showhome also features an optional completed basement, which presents buyers with an opportunity to gain another generously sized living space and an additional bedroom. A full-bath and storage room are also included in this fantastic home addition.

The first-rate finishings in these Landmark Homes are skillfully chosen by the Landmark design team – taking the guesswork out of choosing optimal style and colour combinations for each living space.

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detail is not only limited to the interior of these beautiful homes. There is plenty of curb appeal within this Landmark development, with each home featuring craftsman architectural style. Details such as real cedar shakes, and an aesthetically appealing rear view of each home, set this community apart from others. Front landscaping is also provided; ensuring architectural and community guidelines are met in this exclusive area.

What sets a Landmark home apart from others in the industry is a unique building approach that takes place in the 110,000-sq.-ft. Landmark Building Solutions facility. Here, homes are built to the highest of standards and with the environment at the forefront of each decision. Engineered lumber, spray foam insulation, and computer controlled precision are just a few of the endless benefits a Landmark home represents. The Landmark advantage can be explained through the company’s building philosophy’s seven key factors: unmatched strength, extreme efficiency, unsurpassed durability, healthier homes, millimetre precision, sensibly sustainable and sublime style.

With homes ranging from $397,000 to $423,000, now is the perfect time to join the Graydon Hill community. Be sure to hurry in to take advantage of home location selection! For more information or to learn more about The Apex IV in Graydon Hill, visit landmarkgroup.ca or call Linda at 780.691.1090. Visit the sales centre located at 1310 Graydon Hill Way SW, Monday to Thursday from 3 to 8 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from noon to 5 p.m.

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IN THE NEW//

And the finalists are...

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Edmonton Region (CHBA-ER) has announced the 2015 Awards of Excellence in Housing finalists in the following categories: Single-Family, Multi-Family, Renovation, Sales Centre, Advertising, Development, Leadership, Environmental, Builders Choice, Sales Volume and Sales People.

The Awards of Excellence in Housing celebrates the creative design and craftsmanship of Edmonton Region builders and renovators, and recognizes excellence and professionalism in the field of sales and marketing within the home

construction industry. Every year at this time, the industry honours the best of the best, and this year’s entries are no exception. The Awards of Excellence in Housing represent the industry’s finest, reflective of the hard work, dedication, and success of the members of the CHBA-ER. The winners in all categories will be announced on April 25 at the Awards of Excellence in Housing Gala at the Shaw Conference Centre, with this year’s theme being Bollywood.

Read on for a listing of the 2015 CHBA - Edmonton Region Awards of Excellence in Housing finalists Congratulations to all, and good luck!

To learn more about the CHBA – Edmonton Region, visit chbaedmonton.ca. For a full list of Awards of Excellence in Housing finalists, visit excellenceinhousing.ca

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Advertising Awards Best Print Advertising

Best Indoor / Outdoor Advertising

Dolce Vita Homes Mike Holmes & Dolce Vita Hopewell - It’s Already Here Hopewell - Inspires the Get-Together Parkwood Master Builder - At Parkwood, we start with YOU Rohit Communities - Forever Home

Canada Lands Company I Love The Village Carrington Communities Vibe Digital Billboard Dolce Vita Homes #DolceVitaSelfie Homes by Avi - The Party Walton Development and Management L.P. - This bathroom is Not Amazing

Best Radio Commercial

Best Brochure Package

Daytona Homes - Home Sweet Home Jayman MasterBUILT Ready Set Move Rohit Communities - Forever Home Rohit Land Development Up, Up and Away Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Big Man

Best Digital/Media Campaign /Mobile APPS Beaverbrook Development Beaverbrook: Beat The Bell Canada Lands Company Real Edmonton Home Hunters Carrington Communities Condo Benefits with Kelsey and Kevin Connect Homes Elevated and Accelerated Rohit Communities - Forever Home

Best Direct Mail / Email Promotion Infiniti Homes - Plain Jane Parkwood Master Builder Villas on the Ravine Rohit Communities Caught Working Safe Rohit Land Development Up, Up and Away Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Orchards Basement Development 76 NEW HOME GUIDE | APR 10 - MAY 8, 2015

All Weather Windows Torrefied Doors Alldritt Land Corporation LP Granville Augusta Fine Homes Corporate Branding Package Carrington Communities Vibe Brochure Habitat Studio Building Your Vision Homes by Avi - Lifestyle Packages

Best Website

Absolute Hardwood Flooring absolutehardwood.ca Carrington Communities vibecondos.com Carrington Communities elementsbycarrington.ca Kanvi Homes kanvihomes.com Parkwood Master Builder parkwoodmasterbuilder.com

Sales Awards

Rookie of the Year Single/Multi-Family

Bedrock Homes - Chantelle Beuerlein Coventry Homes - Tina Ellis Dolce Vita Homes - Mouhamad Tarbine Homes by Avi - Kellen Kunyk Pacesetter Homes - Paul Singh

Sales Person/Team of the Year Multi-Family

Carrington Communities Kathy Douglas Pacesetter Homes - Dan Gibson Rohit Communities Kim Johnson Rohit Communities - Lynn Ly Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Faye Boxrud

Leadership Award

All Weather Windows Daytona Homes Habitat Studio Jayman MasterBUILT Parkwood Master Builder Rohit Group of Companies Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd.

Best Show Home parade

Canada Lands Company Village At Griesbach Hopewell - Secord Laned Parade Rohit Land Development tarling at Big Lake Walton Development and Management L.P. - Woodhaven - Edgemont Walton Development and Management L.P. - Vita at Crystallina Nera

Best New Community

Beaverbrook Developments ONE at Windermere Melcor Developments Ltd. Rosenthal Qualico Communities Tamarack Common Rohit Land Development Glenridding Heights Walton Development and Management L.P. Woodhaven - Edgemont

Best Community

Brookfield Residential Lake Summerside Hopewell - Secord MLC Group- Allard Rohit Land Development - Callaghan Rohit Land Development Starling at Big Lake

Best Sales & Information Centre Single Family Coventry Homes - Paisley Jayman MasterBUILT - Secord Kanvi Homes - Jagare Ridge Kanvi Homes - Ambleside Sabal Homes by Hopewell - Secord

Best Design Centre/Show Room

All Weather Windows Supplier Showroom Bedrock Homes Edmonton Home Fair Business Park Glenora Lumber & Building Supplies Ltd. - Glenora Parkwood Master Builder Parkwood Business Centre Qualico Group Qualico Group Building

Best Single Family under $275,000

Connect Homes - Argyle BA Connect Homes - Kaylan AB Daytona Homes - Concorde Jayman MasterBUILT - Destiny I UrbanAge Homes Inc. - Switch14

$275,000 to $325,000

Daytona Homes - Concorde Daytona Homes - Tiguan Jayman MasterBUILT - Renew PB Pacesetter Homes - Paladin Sabal Homes by Hopewell - Insight

$325,000 to $999,999

Coventry Homes - Willingdon Crimson Cove Homes - Merlin Homes by Avi - The Rideau Jayman MasterBUILT - Renew J Rosecrest Homes Ltd. - The Marbella

Under $450,000

Rococo Homes Inc. - Gartner Res. Rohit Communities - Lincoln Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Belvedere StreetSide Developments - Bentley White Eagle Homes Ltd. - The Willow

$450,000 to $999,999

Alquinn Homes - Griffin Canyon Spring Master Builder Inc. Solana II Carriage Signature Homes Inc. Angelico Kimberley Homes Cash & Cars 2014 Perry Signature Homes - Cypress

Under $300,000

Cameron Homes Inc. Alyssa Ashley Daytona Homes - Tahoe II Kimberley Homes - Sapphire Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Tyndall Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Trista

$300,000 to $325,000

Homes by Avi - The Hopkins Homes by Avi - The Larsson Rohit Communities - Tobago Sterling Homes (Edmonton) Ltd. Telquivst White Eagle Homes Ltd. - The Garnet

$325,000 to $350,000

Daytona Homes - Austyn III Pacesetter Homes - Madison C Parkwood Master Builder - Bridgeport Sabal Homes by Hopewell - Reflex Vicky’s Homes - The Valerie

$350,000 to $375,000

Alquinn Homes - Oriana Daytona Homes - Sequoia Daytona Homes - Benz II Dolce Vita Homes - Allegro B Mattamy Homes - The Hickory ‘B’

$375,000 to $400,000

Alquinn Homes - Rian Dolce Vita Homes - Portofino Homes by Avi - The Caldwell Pacesetter Homes - Secretariat White Eagle Homes Ltd. The Limestone

$400,000 to $450,000

Kimberley Homes - Custom Mattamy Homes - The Walnut Rococo Homes Inc. - Cameron White Eagle Homes Ltd. The Sandstone White Eagle Homes Ltd. The Moonstone

$450,000 to $525,000

Bedrock Homes - Catalina II Bedrock Homes - Carlton II Kanvi Homes - Hybrid Rococo Homes Inc. - Brown Residence Vicky’s Homes Inc. - The Makayla

$525,000 to $650,000

Dolce Vita Homes - Navelli C Marcson Homes Ltd. - The Catherine San Rufo Homes Ltd. - Gia Vicky’s Homes Inc. - The Brooke White Eagle Homes Ltd. - The Emilia

$650,000 to $999,999

Augusta Fine Homes - Shaughnessy Brookhaven Developments Ltd. Casa De Paz Kimberley Homes - Custom Marcson Homes Ltd. - The Katelynn Rococo Homes Inc. - Malmo Residence

Best Estate Home over $1 Million

Birkholz Homes - Windermere Habitat Studio - The Rubix Habitat Studio - The Incline Parkwood Master Builder Strathcona Infill Perry Signature Homes - Augusta

Environmental Recognition Effect Home Builders Ltd. Habitat Studio Jayman MasterBUILT Landmark Group of Builders Perry Signature Homes Rosecrest Homes Ltd. Tapestry Developments

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GREAT SPRING CLEANING TIPS FROM

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Molly Maid

Limit spring cleaning products to a quality window/glass cleaner, all-purpose cleaner, tile/grout cleaner and a toilet bowl cleaner.

In each room, clean from the top to bottom starting on the left and moving right. Th is really is the quickest and most efficient way to thoroughly spring clean your home.

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inside the microwave, fi ll a cup with water and microwave on high for a few minutes. The steam will loosen any baked on food so you can easily wipe it clean.

Before wiping the microwave, remember to be extra careful when removing the cup of water as it will be hot.

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Wash dish cloths regularly, and microwave damp sponges on high for several minutes to kill bacteria.

Even better, toss the sponge and stick to microfibre cloths, which dry quickly when hung up and help prevent the spread of germs.

Always use the MOLLY MAID system of spring cleaning.

Always DUST the room first, and then VACUUM.

DISH CLOTHS and SPONGES can be incubators for germs.

That way any bits of dust or dirt that fall to the floor as you’re dusting will be picked up by the vacuum cleaner.

for hard-to-reach areas in the bathroom and kitchen (for example, around the soap holder, taps and drain).

The best dust cloth is a damp, clean, MICROFIBRE CLOTH.

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SIMPLIFY your cleaning products.

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To dampen, hold the cloth by a corner and lightly mist with clean water from a spray bottle.

The cloth should be just damp enough to pick up dust without leaving moisture streaks on the furniture surface.

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a damp microfibre cloth or rubber glove will easily remove it.

Before damp MOPPING...

sweep or vacuum floors fi rst to collect crumbs and dirt. Then, always start washing the floor in the farthest corner of the room and work your way toward the door. Use a damp cloth on the end of a mop handle to reach the narrow space between appliances. Th is will also help to get rid of cobwebs. mollymaid.ca 78 NEW HOME GUIDE | APR 10 - MAY 8, 2015

Use a TOOTHBRUSH...

Streaks on WINDOWS are tricky to eliminate.

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When spring cleaning windows, wipe the interior side of the glass horizontally and the exterior side vertically. Th is way, it will be easy to determine if the streaks are on the inside or outside.

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Are there COBWEBS...

in hard-to-reach corners and crevices? Get rid of them quickly and easily with a feather duster, which can reach into difficult places to dislodge cobwebs and dust. Another tip: use the feather duster on lamp shades, which can look a bit grey and dust-ridden in the brighter light of spring.

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Here’s a simple way to DE-SCALE the KETTLE:

Fill the kettle half-and-half with white vinegar and water and leave it to soak overnight. Using an old toothbrush, dislodge any stubborn bits of lime scale. Rinse out thoroughly a couple of times and then boil some water to eliminate any odour of vinegar.

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, open LOCATION: Take Anthony Henday, turn West on Lessard Road.

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1 WOODHAVEN-EDGEMONT DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Management LP BUILDERS: Montorio Homes, Coventry Homes, Sabal Homes, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: 215 Street and 35 Ave.

2 WEDGEWOOD

DEVELOPER: Reid Worldwide Corporation BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: Corner of Lessard Road & 180th Street

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DEVELOPER: Alldritt Land Corporation LP BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 178 Street south to Lessard Road turn on Danbury Boulevard & follow the signs

4 RIVER POINTE AT CAMERON HEIGHTS

DEVELOPER: Delta Square Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Habitat Studio, Vicky’s Homes, Heredity Homes, Areo Homes, Blackstone Homes, Open to the public.

LOCATION: Take Anthony Henday turn on Cameron Heights Dr.

DEVELOPER: Alldritt Land Corporation LP BUILDERS: Alldritt Homes, Bedrock Homes, Crimson Cove Homes, Infiniti MasterBuilt, Kanvi Homes, Kimberley CustomBuilt, Pacesetter Homes, Parkwood Master Builder, San Rufo Homes LOCATION: SW corner of Whitemud Dr. and Guardian Rd.

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes LOCATION: Lessard Road & 199 Street

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Developer: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Homes, Daytona Homes and Look Homes LOCATION: Lessard Road and 199 street, to Edgemont Way

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Rohit Communities LOCATION: 20204 - 43 Ave.

8 CAMERON HEIGHTS

DEVELOPER: Cameron Heights Joint Venture BUILDERS: Canyon Spring Master Builder, Hillview Homes Master Builder, Landmark Homes, Darren’s Homes, Classic Landmark Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Kanvi Homes, Marcson Homes, Look Homes LOCATION: South on Anthony Henday to Cameron Heights Drive.

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DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential Communities BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Innovations by Jayman, Jayman MasterBUILT, Prominent Homes, Sabal Homes LOCATION: North of Whitemud Dr. on 215 Street

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DEVELOPER: Walton Developments and Management BUILDERS: Crimson Cove, Bedrock Homes, Connect Homes , Homes by Avi LOCATION: located just west of the existing Secord Community

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DEVELOPER: TROIKA BUILDERS: Daytona Homes, City Homes, Kirkland Homes LOCATION: It is bounded on the east by Anthony Henday Drive and on the north

by Stony Plain Road

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DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Daytona Homes, Homes

by Avi, Landmark Legacy Homes, Lincolnberg Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Western Living Homes, Encore Master Builder, Look Master Builder, ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: 215 Street and Whitemud

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Alldritt Land is also proud to announce that we have been nominated as a finalist for the 2015 Awards of Excellence in Housing as presented by the Edmonton Home Builders’ Association. We are further pleased to announce that together with our group of Builders, we have been nominated for a total of 50 awards.

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Congratulations to all the finalists and a special thank you to all who have made Granville a great success! We invite you to visit our website or stop by any of our 13 Builder show homes and find out if Granville is right for you.

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1 HILLDOWNS

DEVELOPER: Robson Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: First Avenue Properties, Stylemaster by Rococo Homes, San Rufo Homes, Masterpiece Custom Homes, Celico Builders LOCATION: Grove Drive & King Street

2 VANDERBUILT COMMON

DEVELOPER: SG Developments BUILDER: MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Century Rd & Viscount Common

3 HARVEST RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Lamont Land BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, Bedrock Homes, Homexx, Lang Built Homes, Montorio Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Southbend Developments LOCATION: North of Grove Drive and West of Jennifer Heil Way

4 PARKLAND VILLAGE

DEVELOPER: Parkland Village BUILDERS: Country Hills Homes LOCATION: Yellowhead Trail West To Century Rd, North 2 min.

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, City Homes.

LOCATION: North of Hwy 16A on Jennifer Heill Way, East on Hawthorne Gate

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6 SPRINGATE AT SPRUCE RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: On Jennifer Heil West of Tri-Leisure Center

7 GREENBURY

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Western Living Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Alquinn Homes, Cami Comfort Homes, MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive & Pioneer Road

8 HILLS OF TWIN LAKES

DEVELOPER: Dyrbye Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 2 miles North of Yellowhead Trail on highway 779 & 1.5 miles West on twp road 534

9 DEER PARK ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Broadview Developments Inc. BUILDERS: Rococo Homes, Evani Homes, Patel Homes, Taillon Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive and Jennifer Heil Way

10 KENTON VILLAGE

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, Urbanage Homes, Bedrock Homes, San Rufo Homes, and Centurion Homes LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

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• POPULATION: 26,271.

• LOCATED: 11 km west of Edmonton on Hwy 16 or 16A. • SCHOOLS: 9 Public & Separate Schools.

• GROCERY: 11 Grocery/ Convenience stores, Safeway, IGA Garden Market, The Real Canadian Superstore & Walmart.

• RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Twin Ice Arena, Curling Rink, Golf Course, TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, many soccer fields and baseball diamonds.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: Member of the West View Regional Health Authority with almost 50 Medical & Dental practitioners.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: 15+ km of pathways spread throughout 230 hectares of natural & developed park space.

11 THE WOODS AT KENTON

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Alquinn Homes, and Hillview Master Builder LOCATION: Century Road, South of Highway 16 at Vanderbilt Common

12 PRESCOTT

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Averton Homes & MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes LOCATION: Grove Drive, East of Century Road

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13 JESPERDALE

DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes, Encore Master Builder LOCATION: North of Grove Drive.

14 STONESHIRE

DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Canyon Springs Master Builder, Stonegate Developments, Lang Built Homes LOCATION: Longeview Drive & Fairway Drive

15 MCLAUGHLIN

DEVELOPER: Melcor Developments Ltd BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Look Homes, Pacesetter Homes LOCATION: Westgrove Drive and McLaughlin Drive.

As Alberta’s 11th city, Spruce Grove is your city in the “country”. The place to live....naturally. for more information call (780) 962-7612 or visit our website at www.sprucegrove.org

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1 THE BRICKYARD AT OLD TOWN

DEVELOPER: Old Town Development Corp.

BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Kirkland Homes Master Builder, Lakeview Developments LOCATION: West of 50th street and 50th Ave, Stony Plain

2 GENESIS ON THE LAKES

DEVELOPER: Unitech Construction Services Ltd. BUILDERS: Ashton Homes, Caribbean Homes, Fox Maple Homes, Innova Homes, Sierra Homes, Stellar Homes LOCATION: South off highway 16A onto Highway 779 (also known as 48 Street)

3 LAKE WESTERRA

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Coventry Homes, Sterling Homes LOCATION: Golf Course Rd. & 79 Ave.

5 SILVERSTONE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes LOCATION: South on Boundary Rd at 44th Ave.

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6 SPRING LAKE RANCH

DEVELOPER: Wilcor Development Group BUILDERS: Wilcor Homes, Open LOCATION: Spring Lake Exit off of Hwy 16A & Range Road 15

7 SOUTHCREEK

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Alquinn Homes LOCATION: South of Fairway Drive & West of Boundary Road

8 THE ESTATES AT WATERS EDGE

DEVELOPER: Waters Edge Developments BUILDER: Waters Edge Developments LOCATION: Only 20 mins West of Stony Plain On Hwy 43 at Gunn & Just 35 mins West of St. Albert on Hwy 37 located on the North Shore of Lac Ste Anne

9 HILLS OF TWIN LAKES

DEVELOPER: Dyrbye Developments Ltd. BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: 2 miles North of Yellowhead Trail on highway 779 & 1.5 miles West on twp road 534

10 WILLOWS END

DEVELOPER: Jaffer Developments BUILDER: Jaffer Developments LOCATION: 48 Street and Willow Park Road North

• POPULATION: 10,544 and Growing.

• LOCATED: 20 km west of Edmonton on Hwy 16A • SCHOOLS: 4 Kindergarten to grade nine, Senior high, French Immersion & including 2 Religious schools.

• GROCERY: Extensive with new Big Box National Outlets 2 km to the east of town.

• RECREATION FACILITIES: New tri-municipal recreation complex east of town. 18 hole CPGA Championship Golf Coarse, curling, skating, library, Municipal Heritage Centre, Heritage Walk of Murals.

• MEDICAL FACILITIES: New 70 bed acute & extended care hospital.

Full ambulance services. 3 Medical Clinics.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: Extensive, including 12 km of pathways, watercourses & Lions campground.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS • FOREST GREEN 5210 - 45 Street 963-7366 [1] • HIGH PARK 40 Highridge Way 963-2222 [1] [2] • MEMORIAL COMPOSITE 5116 - 55 Avenue 963-2255 [3] • MERIDIAN HEIGHTS 4119 - 43 Street 963-2280 [1][2] • STONY PLAIN CENTRAL 5108 - 55 Avenue 963-2203 [1][2]

SEPARATE SCHOOLS • JOHN PAUL II 5801 - 48 Street 963-2526 [1][2]

PRIVATE SCHOOLS • ST. MATTHEW LUTHERAN 5014 - 53 Avenue 963-2715 [1] Elementary K-6 [2] Junior High 7-9 [3] High School 10-12

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1 LACOMBE PARK ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: OPEN LOCATION: Giroux Rd. & Lacombe Dr.

2 NORTH RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Ironstone Homes, San Rufo Homes, Vista Homes LOCATION: Northridge Dr. and Hogan Rd.

3 ERIN RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Daytona Homes Master Builder, Parkwood Master Builder LOCATION: Coal Mine Road and Everitt Drive.

4 UPPER MANOR POINTE

DEVELOPER: Upper Manor Pointe BUILDERS: Open LOCATION: Corner of Coal Mine Road & Starkey road

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DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: OPEN to the Public LOCATION: North corner of 127th Street & 195 Ave

7 PINNACLE RIDGE ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Pinnacorp Investments Inc. BUILDERS: Marco Antonio Homes, Alves Construction Inc, Heredity Homes, Design Innovation, Open LOCATION: Starkey Road & Bellerose Drive on Sturgeon River

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• SCHOOLS: 30 schools offering specialized programming through Catholic, Public and Francophone school systems. Easy access to Postsecondary education by transit or roadway.

• GROCERY/SHOPPING: 8 grocery stores including all major grocery chains plus speciality organic stores. Full shopping amenities from independent to big box stores.

• RECREATION FACILITIES: 28 ball diamonds, 47 soccer/football fields, 4 Regulation Rugby Fields, 1 regulation BMX track, 7 pools, 3 NHL size hockey arenas, 2 indoor arenas and 27 outdoor ice surfaces, Arden Theatre, Historic sites, Art Gallery, Museum

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• MEDICAL FACILITIES: Sturgeon Community Hospital, 2 medical centres, St. Albert & Sturgeon Primary Care Network, plus other health practitioners.

• PARKS & PATHWAYS: 85 km of the Red Willow Trail system connecting all residents to the river valley. 76 city/ school playgrounds, and 2 dog friendly parks

Cultivate Family in St. Albert! http://movetostalbert.ca

DEVELOPER: Canterra Developments Corp.

BUILDERS: DiGiuseppe Interior Design, Las Palmas Estate Homes LOCATION: Poirer Ave, just off Sir Winston Churchill Ave.

5 THE CLUB & RESIDENCES OF RIVER’S GATE

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Las Palmas Estate Homes, Alquinn Homes, Heredity Homes, Open LOCATION: Sturgeon Road between the Sturgeon Valley Golf Course & Riverlot 56 Natural Area

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1 CASTLEBROOK MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Concept Realty BUILDERS: Concept Homes LOCATION: 179 Ave. & 104 St.

2 CASTLEBROOK

DEVELOPER: Canterra Developments Corp.

BUILDERS: Open, LOCATION: 110 St. & 176 Ave.

3 HAWKS RIDGE AT BIG LAKE

DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Managment L.P BUILDERS: Sabal Homes, Montorio Homes, Morrison Homes, Reid Built Homes LOCATION: North of Yellowhead Trail on 215 Street

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DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: OPEN LOCATION: North corner of 127th Street & 195 Avenue

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DEVELOPER: Reid Worldwide Corporation BUILDERS: Fekete Homes, Rococo Homes LOCATION: backing onto Lois Hole Provincial Park at Big Lake

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DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Sterling Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Coventry Homes, Reid Built Homes, Landmark Homes, Tristate Signature Homes LOCATION: 167 Avenue & 127th Street

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4 VILLAGE AT GRIESBACH

DEVELOPER: Canada Lands BUILDERS: Homes By Avi, Impact Homes, Coventry Homes, Dream Homes

By Krisner, Pacesetter Homes, Slokker-West, Carrington Communities LOCATION: 137 Avenue North On 97 Street West on Griesbach Road

5 TRUMPETER BY BIG LAKE

DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Estate Homes- Fekete Homes, Montorio Homes Classic Homes- Homes by Avi, Sabal Homes, Montorio Homes, Sterling Homes Duplex- Homes by Avi LOCATION: North on Anthony Henday Drive, West at 137th Ave. and 199 St.

DEVELOPER: MLC Group BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Landmark Communities, Landmark Homes, Landmark Legacy LOCATION: South of 167th Avenue & East of 139 Street

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DEVELOPER: Concept Realty BUILDERS: Concept Homes Master Builder LOCATION: 18230 - 104A Ave.t

11 STARLING AT BIG LAKE

DEVELOPER: Rohit Land Development BUILDERS: Celebration Homes, C2 Homes, Green Living Homes, Rohit Communities, Cameron Homes, Art Custom Homes, Gill Built Homes LOCATION: North on Anthony Henday Drive, take Ray Gibbons Drive, left on 137 Ave

12 HUDSON PARK

DEVELOPER: Beaverbrook Communities BUILDERS: Dolce Vita Homes, Cameron Homes LOCATION: Just off 137 Ave & 141 St.

13 STARLING LANDING

DEVELOPER: Rohit Communities BUILDERS: Rohit Communities LOCATION: 2405 Sparrow Crescent

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Welcome home to Castlebrook, a family friendly, beautifully landscaped neighbourhood conveniently located in northwest Edmonton. Castlebrook is an architecturally controlled neighbourhood which protects the value of your investment.

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Rohit Group of Companies named a 2015 Winner OF CANADA’S TOP 100 SMALL AND MEDIUM EMPLOYERS Rohit Group of Companies has once again been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Small and Medium Employers for 2015. After a year that saw exciting new ventures and growth for the company, being recognized for a second year is a testament to the culture and industry-leading initiatives that Rohit Group exemplifies. The criteria for Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers changes yearly and is based on the best practices of a variety of corporations across the country. Rohit Group has demonstrated why it’s deserving of this award by attracting and retaining quality employees and embodying an overall working culture that out-rivaled countless other businesses.

“To be recognized again this year for this prestigious award is amazing for our team and something that we are extremely proud of,” says Rohit Group of Companies’ Human Resources Manager, Kira Bocian. “It is truly an honour to be known and celebrated at a national level as an exceptional workplace with forwardthinking human resources policies.”

The foundation of Rohit Group’s bid for Top Employers is its strong corporate culture, education and training programs and charitable causes. An internal values committee with participation from every division leads the corporate culture events and peer recognition program that is manifested from the company’s core values of conducting business.

Education and giving back to the community are also incredibly important to the company from the executive level all the way down to entry-level positions. Employees are encouraged to seek further education to enhance their experience in the workplace, as well as opportunities to create a better community within the City of Edmonton. This year alone, Rohit Group has supported many important causes including the WIN House, the Mental Health Foundation and Little Warriors.

Rohit Group of Companies provides all permanent employees with an industry-leading medical, dental, life insurance and disability program, with a health and wellness program to push employees toward their health and fitness goals. Benefits include 100 per cent employer-matched group RRSP program, health and personal spending account for employees and their families, education reimbursement program, and discounts to City of Edmonton recreation facilities and Rohit products. To learn more about a career at Rohit Group, visit the website at rohitgroup.com/careers Rohit Group of Companies has grown from a small home builder in Edmonton to a diversified organization with complementary interests in residential and land development, commercial assets and real estate lending. This vertical integration has positioned Rohit Group as an industry leader and the company and team has received a multitude of accolades on the local, provincial and national level. Rohit Communities, the home building division and foundation of Rohit Group of Companies, has been named Edmonton’s Multi Family Home Builder of the Year three times.

For further information, contact Amy Power at Rohit Group of Companies, 550 91 St. SW, Edmonton 780.702.4288 amy.power@rohitgroup.com

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1 CRYSTALLINA NERA

DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Park Royal Homes, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Ironstone Home Builders LOCATION: 82 Street & 180 Avenue

2 McCONACHIE STAGE 7

DEVELOPER: Ranger Realty BUILDERS: Bethpage Construction Corp, Sangam Homes Ltd, Sha-Ture Homes Inc., White Eagle Homes LOCATION: 167C Ave and 59-60 Street

3 MccONAcHIE LANDING

DEVELOPER: MLC Group/Cameron Communities BUILDERS: ReidBuilt homes LOCATION: 167C Ave and 59-60 Street

4 CY BECKER

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes, Daytona Homes Master Builder, Rohit Communities LOCATION: Manning Fwy & 167 Avenue

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DEVELOPER: Bedrock Homes BUILDER: Bedrock Homes LOCATION: 5495 & 5497 Schonsee Drive

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DEVELOPER: Ranger Realty BUILDERS: Urbanity Custom Homes, Open LOCATION: 147 Avenue and 14 street

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DEVELOPER: Cameron Communities BUILDERS: Cameron Homes, Dolce Vita Homes, Lincolnberg Homes, Sterling Homes LOCATION: Manning Drive and 153 Avenue

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DEVELOPER: Rohit Communities BUILDERS: Rohit Communities LOCATION: 5203 149 Avenue NW

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DEVELOPER: Walton Development and Managment L.P BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Sabal Homes, Morrison Homes, Royal West Homes, Carlisle Group LOCATION: 167 Avenue and McConachie Way

DEVELOPER: G3 Development Services Inc / Lamont Land Inc BUILDERS: Bedrock Homes, Prominent Homes LOCATION: Fraser Vista is located in the Fraser Community, north on Victoria Trail and east on 153 approx.

7 COLLEGE WOODS AT LAKEVIEW

DEVELOPER: College Woods Development Inc. BUILDERS: Entity Homes, Prominent Homes Ltd, Sehra Homes LOCATION: 89 Street and 181 Avenue

8 THE TERRACE AT SCHONSEE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Coventry Homes, Sterling Homes, City Homes LOCATION: North of 167 Avenue on 71st Street

9 VITA CRYSTALLINA NERA

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Conveniently close to Anthony Henday Drive and Yellowhead Trail, you’re surrounded by nature but only minutes away from the rest of Edmonton. Be inspired to explore the extensive trails, lakes, and urban forest all within walking distance from your new home. Enjoy all of these great amenities, including two future schools close by, with no additional homeowners association fees.

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Home Builders Aacropolis Homes Alldritt Homes Artisan Homes Inc. Bedrock Homes Boss Homes

web directory

www.alldritthomes.com www.artisancommunities.ca www.bedrockhomes.ca www.bosshomes.ca

Brookfield Residential

www.livebrookfield.com

Caliber Master Builder

www.calibermasterbuilder.ca

Cameron Homes Inc.

www.cameronhomes.ca

Cami Comfort Homes

www.camicomforthomes.ca

Canyon Spring Master Builder Carriage Signature Homes Celebration Homes

www.canyonspringhomes.com www.carriagesignature.com www.celebrationhomes.ca

Cobblestone Master Builder

www.mycobblestone.ca

Concept Homes

www.concepthomes.ca

Compass Rose Homes Inc.

www.compassrose.ca

Country Hills Home Sales

www.countryhillshomes.com

Coventry Homes Daytona Homes Master Builder Design Innovations

www.coventry-homes.com www.daytonahomes.ca www.designinnovationsinc.com

Dolce Vita Homes LP

www. dolcevitahomes.ca

Effect Home Builders

www.effecthomes.ca

Encore Master Builder

www.encorehomes.ca

Enitity Homes

www.entityhomes.ca

Fekete Homes

www.feketehomes.ca

Green Living Homes Gannet Homes Master Builder Homes by Avi Homes by Santos Construction

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www.aacropolishomes.com

www.greenlivinghomes.ca www.gannethomes.com www.homesbyavi.com www.santoshomes.ca

Homexx Corporation

www.homexx.ca

Iconic Estate Homes

www.iconichomes.ca

Impact Homes

www.impacthomes.ca

Innovations by Jayman

www.jayman.com

Jayman MasterBUILT

www.jayman.com

Kimberley Homes Landmark Group of Builders Lincolnberg Master Builder MacLachlan & Mitchell Homes Maple Isle Homes Marco Antonio Homes

www.buildwithkimberley.ca www.landmarkgroup.ca www.lincolnberg.com www.macmitch-homes.com www.mapleislehomes.ca www.marcoantoniohomes.com

Mattamy Homes

www.mattamyhomes.com

Morrison Homes

www.morrisonhomes.ca

Pacesetter Homes

www.yourpacesetter.com

Perry Signature Homes Inc. Pompei Homes ReidBuilt Homes Rococo Homes Rohit Communities Rosecroft Custom Homes Sabal Homes

www.perryhomes.ca www.pompeihomes.com www.reidbuilthomes.com www.rococohomesinc.ca www.rohitcommunities.com www.rosecroftcustom homes.com www.sabalhomes.com

San Rufo Homes

www.sanrufohomes.com

S2 Squared by Sterling Homes

www.sterlingsquared.ca

Sterling Homes Edmonton Ltd.

www.sterlingedmonton.com

Thomsen Built

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Urban Living by Landmark

www.landmarkurban.ca

Urbanity Custom Homes Ltd. Vicky’s Homes White Eagle Homes Ltd

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www.urbanityhomes.com www.vickyshomes.ca www.whiteeaglehomes.ca

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Developers/Communities Allard in Heritage Valley by MLC Group / JCA Financial

www.allard.ca

Allard Heritage Valley by United Communities

www.allardheritagevalley.ca

Alpine Ridge in Terrace Heights by Qualico Communities Ambleside South by Qualico Communities Ambleside in Windermere Beaverbrook Developments Brookfield Residential Callaghan by Rohit Land Development

web directory

Cameron Communities Cameron Heights Canada Lands Company Canterra Developments Corp.

Chappelle Gardens by Brookfield Residential Creekwood Chappelle

www.alpine-ridge.ca www.amblesidesouth.com

www.amblesidewindermere.ca www.beaverbrook.ca www.livebrookfield.com www.liveincallaghan.com www.cameroncommunities.ca www.cameronheights.com www.villageatgriesbach.com www.canterradevelopments.com www.chappellegardens.com www.creekwoodchappelle.com

Cy Becker by Qualico Communities

www.cybecker.com

Desrochers Villages by MLC Group

www.desrochers-villages.com

Dream Development Eaglemont by MLC Group Edgemont by Brookfield Residential Forest Ridge by Qualico Communities Fraser Vista by G3 Developments/Lamont Land Genstar Development Company Glenridding by United Communities Glenridding Heights by Rohit Land Development

www.dream.ca www.eaglemont-beaumont.com www.myedgemont.ca www.forestridgefortsask.com www.fraservista.ca www.genstar.com www.glenridding.ca www.glenriddingheights.com

Granville by Alldritt Land Corporation

www.mygranville.com

Graydon Hill by MLC Group

www.graydon-hill.com

ChappelleGardens.com

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Greenbury by Beaverbrook

www.greenbury.ca

Griesbach by Canada Lands

www.villageatgriesbach.com

Hampton Pointe by Beaverbrook Hampton Terrace by Qualico Communities

www.hamptonpointe.ca www.hamptonterraceedmonton.com

Harvest Ridge by Lamont Land

www.harvestridge.ca

Hawks Ridge at Big Lake Hawthorne at Heather Glen by Qualico Communities

www.hawksridge.ca www.hawthornesprucegrove.com

Hills of Twin Lakes Hopewell Residential

www.hillsoftwinlakes.com www.hopewellcommunities.com

Hudson Park by Beaverbrook

www.homesinhudson.ca

Keswick on the River

keswick-in-windermere.com

Kenton Village by Beaverbrook

www.kentonvillage.ca

Lake Summerside by Brookfield Residential Langdale in Windermere by Qualico Communities

www.lakesummerside.com www.langdale-windermere.com

Laurel Crossing by Qualico Communities

www.laurel-crossing.com

Laurel Green by Dream Development

www.livelaurelgreen.ca

Maclab Enterprises

www.maclab.com

Manning Village by Cameron Communities

www.manningvillage.com

Maple Crest by Dream Development

www.livemaplecrest.com

McConachie Landing by MLC Group/Cameron Dev Corp

www.mcconachie-landing.com

McConachie by Walton Development & Management L.P. MLC Group Montalet by United Communities Morningside Properties Newcastle by Qualico Communities ONE at Windermere

web directory

www.mcconachie.ca www.mlcland.com www.montalet.ca www.mymorningside.com

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Developers/Communities Paisley at Heritage Valley by Brookfield Residential

www.paisleycommunity.com

Palisades by MLC Group

www.palisades.ca

Palm Cove by Qualico Communities

www.palmcovesylvan.com

Prescott by Beaverbrook

www.liveinprescott.ca

Qualico Communities

www.qualicocommunities.com

Ravines of Devon by Qualico Communities

www.theravinesofdevon.com

Ravines of Richford by Rohit Land Development

www.ravinesofrichford.com

Reid Worldwide Corporation

web directory

www.rwwc.ca

Robinson by Beaverbrook

www.LiveInRobinson.ca

Ruisseau by Qualico Communities

www.ruisseau-beaumont.com

Secord by Hopewell Residential

www.liveinsecord.ca

Sienna by Qualico Communities

www.sienna-fortsask.com

Silverstone by Qualico Communities

www.silverstone-stonyplain.com

Southcreek by Qualico Communities

www.southcreek.ca

South Pointe by MLC Group

www.south-pointe.ca

Spring Lake Ranch

www.springlakeranch.ca

Springate at Spruce Ridge by Qualico Communities

www.springatesprucegrove.com

Spruce Village by Beaverbrook

www.sprucevillage.ca

Starling at Big Lake by Rohit Land Development Strata Developments Summerwood by Qualico Communities

www.stratadevelopments.ca www.summerwoodsherwoodpark.com

Suntree Tamarack by Dream Development Tamarack Common by Qualico Communities The Club & Residences of River’s Gate by Beaverbrook.

The Estates at Waters Edge

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www.StarlingAtBigLake.com

www.liveinsuntree.ca www.livetamarack.com www.tamarackcommon.com www.riversgate.ca www.WatersEdgeEstates.ca

The Orchards at Ellerslie by Brookfield Residential

www.theorchards.ca

The Terrace at Schonsee by Brookfield Residential

www.discovertheterrace.ca

Thomas Creek

www.CalmarThomasCreek.com

Triomphe by MLC Group

www.triomphe-beaumont.com

Trumpeter by United Communities

www.trumpeterbiglake.ca

Tuscany Hills by United Communities

www.tuscanyhills.ca

United Communities

www.unitedcommunities.com

Upper Windermere by Beaverbrook

www.upperwindermere.com

Vita Crystallina Nera

www.liveatvita.com

Villas on the Ravine

www.villasontheravine.com

Walker Lakes North by MLC Group / Cameron Dev Corp Walker Lakes Station by MLC Group / JCA Financial Walker Summit by United Communities

www.waltondm.com

Westerra by Qualico Communities

www.westerrastonyplain.com

Windermere Ridge by Beaverbrook

www.windermereridge.ca

Windermere South

www.windermere-south.ca

Windrose

www.liveinwindrose.ca

Woodhaven - Edgemont

www.woodhavenedgemont.com

The Woods at Kenton by Beaverbrook

www.woodsatkenton.ca

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web directory

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Canadian Home Builders’ Association - Alberta

www.walkerlakes-north.com

www.chbaalberta.ca

www.edmontoncustomdecks.com www.new-home.com www.NewHomeGuide.ca www.shaneslandscaping.com

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