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CONTENTS
VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER
Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER
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Anne-Marie Breen DIRECTOR, CONTENT & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
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INSPIRATION
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10 Entertainment File
Editor's Note
22 Index 24 Classifieds 26 What's Online
Hostess Hacks: Tips for your next party
18 Design File The future is now with these cool home tech products
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EDITOR’S NOTE
AVERAGE RENT IS NOT A GOOD BUDGET INDICATOR There is a lot of discussion about the average rent in a city. Organizations like the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) collect data on rent, and this number is often cited in the news. But don’t expect to set your own rental budget by that average. Rent varies between provinces and cities — but there’s also significant variation within a city and within neighbourhoods. Safer, trendier and more upscale areas are going to demand higher rents, while less expensive options will be available at the other end of the spectrum. It’s supply and demand that dictates pricing, and these days, the current supply is not meeting the demand. Average rent also doesn’t take into account elements like onsite amenities or parking, nor does it address the difference between all-inclusive rentals versus ones where all of the utilities, parking and laundry are extra. When you’re ready to move, start looking in a neighbourhood in which you’d like to live and see what the average rents are. If you wish to search solely based on price, investigate all the details to ensure you know what to expect. There are still deals to be had, but often they are under market value for a reason. If this is the time for you to make a move, we hope this issue of Renters Guide can help. Or check us out online at NextHome.ca, and get ready to rent your new home!
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COVER STORY
+ LOCATION St. Laurent PROPERTY MANAGEMENT QResidential APARTMENT Capital Towers HOME TYPE One to three bedrooms
LEASING OFFICE 1240 and 1244 Donald St.. CONTACT 613.744.0283 capitaltowersleasing@ qresidential.ca
QRESIDENTIAL MAKING YOUR WAY TO CAPITAL TOWERS Located at 1240 and 1244 Donald St., Capital Towers is set on five acres of land and offers an assortment of amenities for all ages and lifestyles. With exceptional attention to detail, QResidential has renovated the corridors and lobbies, and added new balconies. For summer fun, Capital Towers offers an outdoor pool, a tennis court and children’s playground. Stay fit all year long in the exercise room or playing ping pong. Shopping is a breeze at Capital Towers, even without a car. Just walk along the path on the east side of the property and you are at the Food Basics grocery store. You can stop for coffee and a muffin at the Tim Horton’s – or any of the fast food restaurants in the shopping mall. If you still can’t find what you want, just head south to the St. Laurent Centre with 195 stores and services on three levels. It is the largest indoor 8
mall in the Ottawa region. For commuters, the 417 is just minutes from Capital Towers, and OCTranspo is at the door on Donald St. The University of Ottawa and Carlton University are only minutes away by bus or slightly longer if you’re biking, while La Cité Collégiale is easily accessible. Suites at Capital Towers come in a variety of designs: one bedroom with a den, two bedrooms, two bedrooms with den and three bedrooms. All of the plans have generous room sizes and private balconies. Most feature an eat-in kitchen and an in-suite storage room. Living areas are either parquet or laminate flooring and kitchens have tile floors. Heat and water are included in the rent and both underground and outdoor parking are available. Suites range in price from $1,000 to $1,350 per month. QResidential owns and
manages three other properties in Ottawa and one in Gatineau. Having recently purchased property in both Hamilton and London, they’ve grown their impressive portfolio to more than 9,000 apartments. As with all of their properties, QResidential sets the bar high for maintenance, customer service and resident satisfaction. QResidential is quickly making a reputation for its customer service standards. The team of professionals at Capital Towers is dedicated to raising the bar when it comes to tenant satisfaction. Staff has been selected specifically for its expertise in customer care and are determined to deliver the best possible customer experience. To see for yourself why you should choose QResidential at Capital Towers, call 613.744.0283 or email capitaltowersleasing@ qresidential.ca for an appointment.
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INSPIRATION | ENTERTAINMENT FILE Janette Ewen the ultimate hostess
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SO, YOU BARELY SURVIVED THE BUSY ENTERTAINING SEASON. We get it! We asked the ultimate hostess, designer and lifestyle
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Palm Springs, Calif. for friends. “I even rented a mid-century modern home to set the tone for my retro-themed party in Palm Springs,” Ewen says. Now, that is someone who is serious about throwing a great party! Get inspired by
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ALWAYS START WITH A THEME. Pick a fun theme that everyone will enjoy (I chose a 1950s-inspired holiday party this year). A strong theme helps shape the decor, cocktail menu, food, invites, gifts, music, dress and even the scent of your home. For 2018, the top holiday themes all have a glamorous twist: Think gold, silver and plenty of sparkle.
LET EVERYONE HELP. Entertaining shouldn’t be laborious for the host. Instead, use your friends as resources. Do you have a friend who can mix a mean cocktail? A friend who likes to play DJ? Tap into your friends’ talents for a stress-free night of fun. Assign one small task to each friend. You will free yourself up for your most important role — as host!
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DECOR GOALS. There are many ways to have fun with your tabletop decor, but most important is a low centrepiece. You don’t want your guests dodging their heads around a large item to have a conversation. Think about using a floral garland or a macramé table runner with a grouping of low candles.
STAGE YOUR SPACE. If you are having a cocktail party, make sure you leave clear pathways to key areas of the kitchen, bar area and washroom. I like to edit my furniture and remove any trip hazards like low stools or tables. Create seating clusters (three-four seats and one-two cocktail tables) in areas that are low traffic. These will invite conversation and give a party a relaxed vibe. FOOD FOR THOUGHT. I love to prepare unique appetizers, and President’s Choice has a huge selection. These can be real conversation starters and are easy to prepare. Another big trend is anything retro (recipes from the 1950s and ‘60s). Consider picking up a vintage cookbook and making a few recipes from a different era. I also love saving a little money on food during the holidays. I use my PC Financial World Elite MasterCard to maximize my holiday spending and redeem my PC points on groceries and other hosting requirements to offset the costs. Essentially, I’m getting more for less every time I use my card. Visit pcfinancial.ca
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ANTIPASTO MISTO SNACK BOARD
Antipasto Misto Snack Board
A cheese and charcuterie board is one of the easiest ways to feed your guests – the key is to offer a variety of flavours, textures and colours. PC Splendido Antipasto Misto gives you three types of cured meats for this board – prosciutto, Coppa di Parma and mild Genoa salami – so you can cover all your bases with just one package. Feel free to add sliced pears and grapes to the board for an extra pop of colour. For more inspiring recipes, visit presidentschoice.ca Makes: 10 servings • Prep time: 5 minutes Ready in: 5 minutes • Difficulty Level: Easy
INGREDIENTS 1 pkg (200 g) PC Cocktail Bocconcini Soft Fresh Cheese, drained 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh basil
DIRECTIONS
1 tbsp (15 mL) PC New World EVOO Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1. Stir together bocconcini, basil, oil, peperoncini and salt in large bowl. Transfer to serving bowl. Place on large serving board. 2. Halve prosciutto from Antipasto Misto crosswise. Arrange prosciutto and remaining contents of Antipasto Misto package on same board. 3. Arrange brie cheese, blue cheese, crackers, gherkins, red peppers and olives on same board. Smear mustard directly onto board, or transfer to small serving dish and place on board. * Chef’s Tip: For the best flavour, bring the brie cheese and blue cheese to room temperature before serving – just be sure to keep the meats chilled until you’re ready to serve.
1 tbsp (15 mL) drained PC Black Label Peperoncini Piccanti Chopped Hot Chili Peppers In Oil 1 pkg (100 g) PC Splendido Antipasto Misto Half pkg (200 g pkg) PC Double Cream Brie Soft Ripened Cheese Half pkg (125 g pkg) PC Blue Cheese Half pkg (142 g pkg) PC Roasted Onion, Garlic & Herb Pita Crackers 12 gherkins ¾ cup (175 mL) drained PC Whole Sweet Red Peppers (about 6 pieces), halved 2/3 cup (150 mL) marinated olives 3 tbsp (45 mL) PC Whole Grain Dijon Prepared Mustard
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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE
+MORE PHOTOS AND STATS ONLINE: nexthome.ca/new-edinburgh
NEW EDINBURGH ACTIVE AND UPSCALE
LINDSAY FORAN New Edinburgh is bordered on the west by the Rideau River, to the north by the Ottawa River, to the south by Beechwood Avenue, and on the east by Princess Avenue. New Edinburgh is a unique mix of both its upscale neighbour, Rockcliffe Park, and the lowerincome neighbourhood of Vanier. These affluent residents are just as wealthy as the Rockliffe Parkers, but with perhaps a little less...pretention. New Edinburgh is an active community. The popular New Edinburgh Park boasts tennis
courts, bike paths through lush scenery, patios, outdoor markets, art shows and more. Swing by 24 Sussex and see if you can catch a glimpse of the prime minister. One of the nicest, best kept secrets is the Rideau Falls that shoot into the Rideau River. New Edinburgh, although home to only 3,000 residents, is a bustling community. The New Edinburgh patio is busy, the Second Cup parking lot is full, and the new moms meet daily for their strollersize walks. These neighbours are quick to wave, but don’t misinterpret this as naivete. If you seem in any way suspicious, these residents will be sure to have the local police on your tail in minutes.
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New Edinburgh is home to many embassies, consulates, and yes, even the prime minister. You’ll pay higher rent because of the proximity to downtown as well as Rockcliffe Park, Ottawa’s most expensive neighbourhood. With the proximity to downtown and so many bike paths, many residents prefer to park their sedans and hop on bikes. For those who prefer to drive, Hwy. 417 is only minutes away.
Lindsay has lived in the Ottawa/ Gatineau area her whole life. When she’s not touring the city in search of the hottest new neighbourhood spots, she’s busy writing fiction and enjoying life with her husband and two dogs. lindsay_foran01@hotmail.com
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Island Park Towers Come for the View Stay for the Lifestyle A beautiful location off the Western Parkway. Breathtaking views of the Ottawa River and the Gatineau Hills. Access to Ottawa’s best bicycle paths. Enjoy the professionally landscaped grounds.
• Freshly decorated bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites • Suites feature hardwood flooring (parquet), appliances, individual heat control. A variety of well designed, spacious plans to choose from.
• The buildings are centrally air-conditioned, and are equipped with security intercom systems. • There is a Tuck Shop, beauty salon, laundry facilities, indoor and outdoor parking on the premises. We are minutes from the Transit Way.
(613) 729-4347 Suite 100, 185 Clearview Avenue Rentcanada.ca/ipt Monday to Thursday 10:30AM to 6:30PM. Friday & Saturday 11AM to 4PM. Evenings and Saturdays by Appointment
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Montfort Manor 550 Lang’s Road, Ottawa (Beside The Montfort Hospital) Bachelors starting at $875.00 2 bedrooms starting at $1200.00 1 bedrooms starting at $1025.00 • Bachelors, 1 & 2 bedroom suites • Private balconies • Parquet flooring • Laundry • Exercise facility • Lobby watch system • Onsite management • Underground parking • Close to shopping, schools & transportation routes
Call 613-741-0623
*** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term
For rental inquiries at River Club please email us at riverclub@qresidential.ca and for Montfort Manor at montfortmanor@qresidential.ca
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ENDS FEB 28, 2018
1240 & 1244 Donald Street, Ottawa 1 Bed plus Den-FROM $1,000.00 2 Bedroom-FROM $1095.00
2 Bed plus Den-FROM $1250.00 3 Bedroom $1350.00
• New corridors • All new lobbies • Exercise room • 24 hour laundry rooms • Outdoor pool, tennis court • Outdoor & underground parking • Short walk to grocery stores, fast food & restaurants, St. Laurent Mall, bus lines & parks
Call 613-744-0283 capitaltowersleasing@qresidential.ca www.capitaltowersottawa.ca
*plus hydro **on select units for a limited time *** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term
For rental inquiries at Lancaster Apartments please email us at lancaster@qresidential.ca For Habitat du Lac Leamy email us at habitatdulacleamy@qresidential.ca For Capital Towers email us at capitaltowersleasing@qresidential.ca
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River Club 190 Lees Avenue, Ottawa Starting at 1 Bedroom $999 • 2 Bedroom $1399 • • • • • • • •
1 & 2 bedroom suites Exercise facility with indoor pool/sauna Squash & tennis courts Air conditioning Dishwashers Indoor parking Close to OC Transpo Walking distance to University of Ottawa
Call 613-565-9552
*** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term
Habitat du Lac Leamy 42, 44 & 46 rue Bedard, Gatineau Bachelor starting at $650 1 Bedroom starting at $750 2 Bedroom starting at $850 • • • • • •
Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom suites Utilities included Laundry Fridge & stove incl. Adjacent to the Gatineau National Park Close to shopping, schools, hospitals & transportation routes • 5 minutes from CGEP
Call 819-776-1112
*** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term
For rental inquiries at River Club please email us at riverclub@qresidential.ca and for Montfort Manor at montfortmanor@qresidential.ca
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From elegant suites in prestigious high-rise towers to family friendly townhomes, we offer a rental community that is perfect for you and your family! Lord Halifax Place - Ottawa South
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites & Garden Homes Starting from $1,055/month - Utilities included! • Close to shopping & transportation • Updated suites with 4 new appliances, including microwave! • 24 hour emergency service & on-site Superintendent • Indoor & outdoor parking • Spectacular indoor pool
Regency Court - Ottawa South
1 & 2 Bedroom Suites, 2 & 3 Bedroom Towns Starting from $900/month - Towns $1,400/month • Close to shopping & transportation • 24 hour emergency service & on-site Superintendent • Indoor & outdoor parking • Outdoor swimming pool & children’s play area • Storage lockers and laundry facilities
Canterbury Square
Spacious 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites Starting from $825/month - Heat & hot water included!
Ottawa South Rental Information 2209 Arch Street, 2nd floor 613-733-4077
Seigniory - Downtown Ottawa
Recently renovated 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites Starting from $1,090/month • Heat & hot water included (hydro extra) • Updated amenity spaces; fitness room & party room • Updated kitchens with stainless steel appliances & granite • 24 hour emergency service & on-site Superintendent • Underground parking & doorman on duty 7-days a week
Downtown Rental Information 211 Wurtemburg Street 613-789-3805
Watergate - Downtown Ottawa
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INSPIRATION | DESIGN FILE
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Google Home. $180. Walmart.ca A voice-activated speaker powered by Google. Ask it realtime questions such as the latest weather, traffic and more. Play music and podcasts, set alarms, timers and sync compatible home products like your thermostat and TV. 2|
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360 Eye robot vacuum by Dyson. $1,300. dysoncanada.ca Boasting twice the suction of any robot vacuum on the market, this all-seeing dirt cleaning machine uses infrared sensors to map out where it is going and avoids obstacles. With the Dyson Link app, you can control the robot, assign a task and monitor its progress.
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3. WEMO Mini smart plug. $50. Bestbuy.ca Plug any device into the WEMO Mini and you can turn it on and off from across the room or across the world. From lamps and heaters to appliances, this smart plug will bring you convenience and peace of mind.
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4 | Sonos Play:5 wireless speaker system. $649. Sonos.com Touted as the ultimate in listening experience. This wireless speaker streams your favourite music, movies and TV (via WiFi) easily and can move from room to room seamlessly.
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5 | Tea maker by Breville. $240. Amazon.ca Fully automated and programmable for all kinds of tea, water temperatures and steep times, this tea maker will brew the perfect cuppa every time.
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Smart lock home kit in dark grey by August. $350. Amazon.ca Never have that feeling that you forgot to lock your door after you leave the house with this smart lock. Your phone acts as a smart key, where you can lock and unlock your door from anywhere. There is also an activity log, so you know who is coming and going at all times.
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6 | HR1000 wifi enabled air cleaner by Winix. $500. Bedbathandbeyond.ca Keep your home air clean and safe with this Energy-Star certified air purifier for rooms up to 400 sq.ft. With a sleek look and great features including control through the Winix Smart App — it will easily blend into any room in the house.
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8 | Nest Protect. From $119. Nest.com Protecting your home from fire and carbon monoxide is a serious matter and Nest Protect promises to help. Not only does it check its batteries and sensors over 400 times a day, it speaks and sends alerts to your phone if there is a problem. Bonus, you can also hush the alarm from your phone.
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9 | Ecobee 4 smart thermostat. $329. Ecobee.com This smart thermostat can manage hot and cold spots in your favourite rooms, find you the right recipe and latest news via its built-in Amazon Alexa Voice Service and is hardwired, which means it’s built to last.
Curved 4K ultra HD smart LED 65-in TV (un65mu6500) by Samsung. $2,850. Amazon.ca This TV has four times more pixels, which means you are getting four times the resolution for a vibrant, pure colour experience. Not only does the curved screen look esthetically cool, it adds a dimension of depth from the front and centre of the screen as well.
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ADVICE | MOVING
HOW TO AVOID YOUR OWN MOVING HORROR STORY
WAYNE KARL
Next time you move, you will likely need a mover. People often don’t consider a mover beyond simply finding someone available and then booking the move. However, given the critical role movers perform – taking possession, at least temporarily, of all your worldly goods and moving them without loss or damage – it’s a function not to be taken for granted. Not doing your due diligence and taking the time to select a reputable mover can invite untold problems. Case in point: the following example is all too common. So is the lesson learned – unfortunately, the hard way. I contracted a “professional” moving company to carry out a last-minute move of five pieces of furniture on behalf of my son, a university student. For a variety of reasons, we decided to hire movers rather than rent a truck. After calling several firms – including large, well-known companies and smaller, independent ones, we confirmed the place of pick-up, and drop-off. We agreed on a price ($350) and time (9 a.m.) – and I had been very clear the move would involve an out-of-town destination. All the details were confirmed in a “contract” exchanged via email. The crew was on time for the move the next morning, but almost immediately began talking about a higher rate – $360. Not a huge 20
difference, but it immediately raised my suspicions. I’ll spare you all the gory details, but it’s important to share the lowlights of what happened next: » The company I originally contracted the job to the night before was inexplicably unavailable to actually do the move the next morning, and apparently passed it off to another firm. » My original contact, who was easily available on cell phone repeatedly the night before, was suddenly nowhere to be found. » Once the truck was loaded, the fee increased to $450. » Upon arrival at our destination, the movers said the fee was now $500. “It’s taking longer than we thought, and the furniture is heavier,” they said. » “Sure,” I replied, “right after I call the police.” With that, the sordid tale ended. The job was not completed and left for us to move the furniture indoors, now the victims of one of the top 10 scams monitored by the Better Business Bureau (BBB). “I could write a thesis on this,” John Levi, president of the Canadian Association of Movers (CAM) told me. CAM offers consumers the following tips on how to avoid being scammed by unscrupulous movers: » Find reputable movers through the CAM, BBB or provincial government consumer protection agencies » Ask three movers for estimates in writing
» Get the terms and conditions in writing » Ensure your goods will be protected for loss or damage » Read customer reviews on movers’ websites and other forums “Consumers have recourse with their provincial government’s consumer affairs department and with the BBB,” says Levi. “Both of these avenues are fraught with difficulties and often take many months to come to some form of resolution – satisfactory or otherwise. And often, the mover simply out-waits the consumer. “It’s far simpler and more effective to engage a reputable mover in advance rather than trying to fix a bad situation after-the-fact.” My example, though painful and infuriating, is minor compared to other common horror stories involving similarly unsuspecting clients. Make sure you take the proper steps – and the time – to protect yourself.
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. He can be reached at wayne.karl@nexthome.ca or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/ WayneKarl
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