Eastern Ontario Renters Guide - Apr 1, 2017

APRIL 1 - 15, 2017 VOLUME 23, ISSUE 7, FREE

EASTERN EDITION

Kanata Lakes 1175 Maritime Way, Kanata Ottawa

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

A RENTER’S WORST NIGHTMARE

DECODING GREEN LABELS 101

CARLINGWOOD: AN APPEALING BALANCE

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DISTINCTIVE URBAN LIVING IN THE HEART OF LITTLE ITALY 17 ABERDEEN STREET, OTTAWA

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED AT PRESTON AND ABERDEEN, WE ARE MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN AND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF DOW'S LAKE AND THE FINEST RESTAURANTS IN THE CITY

Trans-Canada Hwy 417 Queensway

Norman St.

Adeline St.

Booth St.

Pamila St.

Bronson Ave. Hwy 79

Preston St.

Beech St.

Rochester St. Hwy 75

Aberdeen St.

Contact our leasing professionals now to book your personal viewing 613.230.1500 management@theadelaide.ca www.theadelaide.ca

• 1 and 2 bedroom suites crafted with high quality design elements • Granite counter tops • (5) appliances • Forced air natural gas heating • Central Air Conditioning • Fitness Facility • Media & Special Events Room • On site Management offering superior Tenant services • Secure underground parking & bicycle storage • 24 hour on-site security & emergency service • Easy access to public transit & Hwy 417

Carling Ave. Queen Elizabeth Dr. Dow's Lake

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William's Court: Luxurious resort-style living

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Paul Bimm paul.bimm@ypnexthome.ca

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YOU CAN’T WAIT TO GET HOME WHEN YOU LIVE AT WILLIAM’S COURT - LUXURY APARTMENTS IN KANATA

YOU CAN’T WAIT TO GET HOME WHEN YOU LIVE AT WILLIAM’S COURT - LUXURY APARTMENTS IN KANATA

RENT A NEW APARTMENT TODAY RENT A NEW IMMEDIATE APARTMENT TODAY OCCUPANCY AVAILABLE IMMEDIATE

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Island Park Towers

SPECIAL SUITE (2000 SQ. FT.) FOR RENT

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 APR 1 - 15, 2017 | RENTERS GUIDE

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Editors' Notes

EXPLORING CARLINGWOOD

Elisa Krovblit Senior Editor Yellow Pages NextHome Email: elisa.krovblit@ypnexthome.ca Twitter: @ElisaKrovblit

MORE PHOTOS ONLINE ypnexthome.ca/carlingwood

The next storey I have a weird thing about elevators - and I know I’m not alone. I’m not afraid of them by any means, I’m just not a fan. The TV monitors that flash news clips and fun trivia have slightly improved the situation, but I still find them awkward and uncomfortable.

Plus, I hate the wait.

I’m impatient. It’s a personal thing, so yes, I dislike having to ride elevators.

I admit to it. But it’s not just the wait, it’s the waiting with people. I’m a very social person, and sometimes I like to chat - but sometimes I just don’t. I want to come and go without having to chat. Is that so wrong?

And then there’s the anti-social aspect of them. You get on and off with people you see every day, your neighbours, yet everyone acts like total strangers, staring at the numbers as they light up – like that’s so intriguing.

But we feign interest just so that we don’t have to make eye contact – or

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any contact at all.

And then there’s the animosity that poor elevator etiquette can cause. I find that, especially in highrises, and when you have to rely on the elevators day in and day out, there are some real pet peeves that can quickly get under your skin and can damage relationships between neighbours.

Holding everyone up; kids pressing all the buttons; not holding the elevator when someone is running for it; talking too loud; staring. Is your elevator etiquette up to par?

Whether you love them or you hate them, ultimately, they’re necessary – and the flipside is, they enable you to live in a home with a spectacular view.

That’s definitely worth the wait!

Whether it’s an elevator ride away or a lowrise home, when you make your move, let Renters Guide help. Check us out online at YPNextHome.ca, and get ready to rent your new home!

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

We’re everywhere you want to live 18 great locations in Ottawa-Gatineau!

All near transit, shopping and parkland.

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235-3 CHEMIN VANIER

CORNER PINK/DES GRIVES

819.669.4663

819.776.4663

10 KM * Certain conditions apply. Offers/prices subject to change without notice. Contact our housing consultants for more information.

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LIVE BY THE RIVER TODAY Elevators & Indoor parking*

Own in Orléans most prestigious waterfront community • Only 21 km from Parliament • Situated in a private enclave surrounded by parks, nature trails and recreational features at Petries Island

Tower II Now under construction

Visit our new presentation center and rent your suite now!

Including: pool, spa, gym & rooftop terrace

Rent from $1,100/mo.

SALES OFFICE II

8865 Jeanne d’Arc Blvd. N. Orléans, ON

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* Certain conditions apply. Offers/prices subject to change without notice. Contact our housing consultants for more information.

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PLATEAU DE LA CAPITALE 0 . $ 20 O M TO E/ UPEBAT R

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ORA

INCLUDES

827-835, 883-887, 895-899 boul. du Plateau, Gatineau

Parking & air conditioner

2 BEDROOMS starting at $795/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $925/mo.

Public transit, shops & services, schools, parks & nature trails

TOWNHOME & SEMI-DETACHED Rue du Blizzard, rue George-Lebel, rue de la Boussole, Gatineau

3 BEDROOMS starting at $1,300/mo.

0 . $ 20 O O E/M T T UPEBA R

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CONDOS

Rue du Shamal, rue des Louveteaux, rue des Scouts, rue du Blizzard

NEAR

819.923.1771 | 12 km INCLUDES

Parking & electric fireplace

NEAR

Golf courses, Champlain bridge and francophone & anglophone schools

819.923.1771 | 10 km INCLUDES

Parking & washer/dryer/dishwasher outlets

1 BEDROOM starting at $535/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $925/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $1,025/mo.

NEAR

STRATUS

INCLUDES

1 BEDROOM starting at $695/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $950/mo.

NEAR

60-108 rue du Stratus, Gatineau

Public transit, Gatineau Park, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 10 km

Parking & washer/dryer/dishwasher outlets Public transit, Gatineau Park, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km 0 . $ 20 O M TO TE/ P U EBA R

ARTHURGRAVELINE

11-19 rue Arthur-Graveline, Gatineau

2 BEDROOMS starting at $825/mo.

0 . $ 20 O O E/M T T UPEBA R

INCLUDES

Parking, air conditioner & gas fireplace

NEAR

Golf courses, Champlain bridge, francophone & anglophone schools

819.923.1771 | 10 km

INCLUDES

ZÉNITH

Heat & hydro, Internet, cable & parking

65 rue du Zénith, Gatineau (unit 3)

2 BEDROOMS starting at $1,600/mo.

NEAR

Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km 0 . $ 20 O M TO TE/ P A U EB R

DES GRIVES

Parking & electric fireplace

1 BEDROOM starting at 450/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $629/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $825/mo.

NEAR

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321-390, 506-524 boul. des Grives, Gatineau

Public transit, schools, parks, nature trails & cycling paths

* Certain conditions apply. Offers/prices subject to change without notice. Contact our housing consultants for more information.

819.923.1771 | 9 km

brigil.com

ST-JOSEPH/MONT-BLEU 0 . $ 20 O M TO TE/ P U EBA R

JOLICOEUR/RIEL 125 boul. Mont-Bleu, 241 boul. Riel et 76, 94 rue Jolicoeur, Gatineau

BACHELOR starting at $499/mo.

1 BEDROOM starting at $449/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $549/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $610/mo.

INCLUDES

Heat, hot water & 2 appliances (stove, refrigerator)

NEAR

Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km

HAUTES-PLAINES 0 . $ 20 O M TO TE/ P U EBA R

HAUTES-PLAINES

INCLUDES

1 BEDROOM starting at $395/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $465/mo.

NEAR

625-635 boul. des Hautes-Plaines, Gatineau

Parking & washer/dryer outlets Public transit, parks, nature trails, cycling paths & golf courses

819.923.1771 | 12 km

CARREFOUR DE L’HÔPITAL 0 . $ 20 O M TO E/ UPEBAT R

CLÉRICY

11-13 rue de Cléricy, Gatineau

2 BEDROOMS starting at $475/mo.

0 . $ 20 O M TO TE/ P U EBA R

INCLUDES

Parking & washer/dryer outlets

NEAR

Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

22 ORLÉANS

INCLUDES

2 BEDROOMS starting at $500/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $599/mo.

NEAR

22 rue d’Orléans, Gatineau

819.923.1771 | 10 km

2 appliances (stove, refrigerator), heat, hydro, hot water & parking Public transit, elementary schools and high schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km

GATINEAU EST/CHEVAL BLANC 0 . $ 20 O O E/M T T UPEBA R

BERTHE-MORISOT

4, 5, 9, 14, 18, 22, imp. Berthe-Morisot, Gatineau

1 BEDROOM starting at $475/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $735/mo.

INCLUDES

Parking & electric fireplace

NEAR

Shops & services, parks, nature trails & cycling paths

819.923.1771 | 21 km

KANATA 0 . $ 20 O M TO E/ UPEBAT R

HUNGERFORD GATES

2000-3000 Hungerford Gates, Kanata

2 BEDROOMS starting at $890/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $990/mo.

INCLUDES

2 appliances (stove, refrigerator) & parking

NEAR

Canadian Tire Centre, public transit, shops & services

* Certain conditions apply. Offers/prices subject to change without notice. Contact our housing consultants for more information.

819.923.1771 | 24 km

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NEW LUXURY CONCEPT APARTMENTS FOR YOUNG, ACTIVE RETIREES (50+)

RESERVE NOW!

1 & 2 bdr. with rooftop terrace Several common areas • Ground floor and rooftop terrace • Common room with kitchen & pool table Exercice room • Medical clinic • Elevator • Indoor parking Private storage spaces

HORIZON Corner of ch. Pink & des Grives, Gatineau

819.776.4663

8 KM

NEW LUXURY CONCEPT APARTMENTS FOR YOUNG, ACTIVE RETIREES (50+)

Rooftop terrace Gym & amenity room Elevators & indoor parking

26 KM

126-4 Battersea Cr., Kanata

613.317.2438

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* Certain conditions apply. Offers/prices subject to change without notice. Contact our housing consultants for more information.

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NEW LUXURY CONCEPT APARTMENTS FOR YOUNG, ACTIVE RETIREES (50+)

Construction Summer 2017

Reserve your suite now!

* Certain conditions apply. Offers/prices subject to change without notice. Contact our housing consultants for more information.

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APARTMENTS FOR YOUNG, ACTIVE RETIREES (50+) • Medical clinic • Security 24/7 • Panoramic lounge • Rooftop terrace

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starting at $1,700/mo.

613.454.1797 460St-Laurent.com

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6,5 KM

Pool & spa Restaurant Cinema Gym

• Beautiful Indoor Pool • Temperature Control Central A/C • Borders Parkland Playfair Residences 1701 Kilborn Ave. 1695 Playfair Dr.

2 BDRMS

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Close to parks and downtown Borders NCC parkland OC transpo at your door Nearby schools, shopping and churches Fully renovated fitness centre. Brand new machines Newly renovated suites with brand new European style kitchens.

Games room Full-size pool, sauna Fully renovated guest suite Security patrolled Video survelliance Indoor garage with car wash Storage Alta Vista Dr.

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1 BDRMS

Kilborn Ave.

613-737-0721 or 613-299-0872

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VISIT OUR MOBILE FRIENDLY WEBSITE TO VIEW OUR VIRTUAL TOURS AND APPLY ONLINE!

Richmond Park Square I & II • RICHMOND RD. 1275 - 1285 Richmond Road

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Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms

Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms

West Ottawa Fantastic River Views Central A/C • 3 Appliances Indoor Pool/Saunas Close to All Amenities

Utilities Included Tennis Court • Balconies Underground Parking Access to Queensway & OC Transpo

Lord Richmond • RICHMOND ROAD 851 Richmond Rd. Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms West Ottawa Freshly Decorated Utilities Included

Indoor Pool Close to OC Transpo & Shopping Close to Ottawa River Parkway

William Mosgrove Towers • RICHMOND RD. 2881 Richmond Road

Children’s Playground Close to Buses & Shopping

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613-800-7118

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Richmond Rd

Pinecrest

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A TRUSTED PLACE TO CALL HOME SINCE 1954

A TRUSTED PLACE TO CALL HOME SINCE 1954

VISIT OUR MOBILE FRIENDLY WEBSITE TO VIEW OUR VIRTUAL TOURS AND APPLY ONLINE!

St. Laurent Towers • RUSSELL & ST. LAURENT

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Bridle Path

2710 & 2700 Saratoga Place

613-736-7605

Large Freshly Decorated Suites Close to New Edinburgh & Downtown

Rideau Terrace Acacia Ave

Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms

Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5; Sat-Sun 10- 4

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Lancaster Rd

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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 Montfort Manor 550 Lang's Road, Ottawa (Beside The Montfort Hospital) Starting at Bachelor $850 • 1 Bedroom $1,075 • 2 Bedroom - $1,275 • • • • •

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 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 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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Capital Towers

ASK ABOUT OUR PROMOS!**

1240 & 1244 Donald Street, Ottawa 2 Bedroom + Den from $1125* 3 Bedroom from $1250*

2 Bedroom from $1090* NOW $995

with 2nd Month 1/2 Price

• 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

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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Property Profile | WILLIAM’S COURT

cover story

William’s Court Luxurious resort-style living Location

Kanata Property Management

Killam Apartment

William’s Court Home Type

One- and two-bedroom suites Leasing Office

1203 Maritime Way Contact

613.435.4950 williamscourt.com

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WILLIAM’S COURT IS A one-of-a-kind rental opportunity in the west end of the city. This is resort-style living at its finest!

William’s Court is a six-building luxury apartment community with all-inclusive amenities. In a class all its own, this property provides fresh options to those who desire to simplify their lives. Ideal for young professionals and downsizers alike, these buildings attract renters who want an upscale home without having to buy a pricey condo.

Suites range from 700-1800 sq.ft. with prices starting as low as $1,365 per month. Tenants are drawn to the natural finishes; the large and open spaces with nine-foot ceilings, perfect for entertaining; the in-suite laundry facility, and the carefree, maintenance-free living.

William’s Court also has a first-class 18,000 square foot Clubhouse. Tenants have full access to the salt-water pool and the full size gym. You can also book in appointments with a personal trainer, or enjoy some yoga, Pilates or aqua-fit classes. No need to worry about a gym membership!

William’s Court is located in a quaint, attractive neighbourhood close to a vast array of shopping attractions and inviting

green spaces. With great trails for running and walking, nearby ponds and parks for yoga practices and meditation, you will find your own private getaway.

One of the greatest appeals of William’s Court is the strong sense of community.

There are regular tenant events, such as card games or walking clubs. The events involve the entire building, and everyone comes out to enjoy the festivities.

William’s Court is the epitome of stressfree living. Young professionals appreciate the proximity to the DND buildings, the stress-free living, and the luxurious rental that often feels more like a condo.

Retirees are attracted to the sense of community and the spacious floorplans.

There are a wide variety of floorplans and prices to meet everyone’s needs. And everything is included. No need to worry about mortgage payments and taxes, condo fees and gym memberships.

For more information on the luxurious rentals available at William’s Court, please visit williamscourt.com. The leasing centre is located at: Suite 105, 1203 Maritime Way. It’s open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; weekends from 10am to 6pm. Call 613.435.4950 for more information.

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 $1,350/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 $800/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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Oh no, you found bedbugs

By Jackie Marchildon

IT’S EVERY RENTER’S WORST nightmare — finding bedbugs. They are creepy little buggers and they latch on like nobody’s business. Don’t worry, they have nothing to do with your cleanliness and it’s really just an unfortunate situation to be in. Here’s what you need to do.

1. Call your landlord and work with local pest control First things first — call your landlord. They will likely have a go-to company to call and an overall plan of action.

Generally speaking, you’ll find that most residential tenancies acts will establish that it’s the landlord’s responsibility to take care of a bedbug problem — for instance, it falls under emergency repairs in British Columbia and under the landlord’s need to comply with municipal healthy and safety standards in Alberta. Technically, landlords could file a dispute against you as the tenant if they felt you caused the problem (but they would need to prove the bedbugs were actually your fault).

The rates for bedbug removal services vary, but broadly, here’s what your landlord might expect.

British Columbia — Quote for a chemical treatment for a one-bed unit from OnSite Pest Control*: 366$ Alberta — Quote for a chemical treatment for a one-bed unit from Responders Pest Control*: $350-$450 (depending on the level of infestation) Manitoba — Quote for a chemical treatment for one-bed unit from A1 Pest Solutions*: $375 (under 1,100 sq.ft.)

Ontario — Quote for a chemical treatment for a one-bed unit from Bed Bug Exterminator Pro*: 360$ *Quotes are general (quoted over the phone or online) 2. Assess the situation and act accordingly How bad is the infestation? You don’t immediately need to throw everything 30

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out in your unit while you wait for the exterminator to arrive.

Sometimes putting infested items outside or in the freezer can kill the bedbugs, but it would need to be at least -19 degrees Celsius and you’d need to leave the items in the cold for at least four days. Even then, there is no guarantee the cold will kill them all.

Wash everything you can in hot water and dry it all on the hottest dryer setting — mattress pads, bedding, clothing and curtains — everything you can. Place your clean items somewhere safe and sealed (use sealed plastic bags or bins with lids).

Throw out anything you cannot wash.

Steam clean your mattress if you think it’s salvageable. Otherwise, cut your losses and throw it out.

Wash everything you can in hot water and dry it all on the hottest dryer setting — mattress pads, bedding, clothing and curtains — everything you can.

3. Vacuum everything and everywhere Vacuum feverishly. Do not use a vacuum with a cloth bag because the bag can become infested. Bedbugs attach themselves to wood and fabric (and their eggs will stick to those surfaces too). Use a vacuum attachment to scrape all surfaces in your unit — including your bed if you’re keeping it. Vacuum any crack or crevice in your mattress, box spring, bed frame, furniture, in and around your baseboards, cushions, rugs, carpets, heating or air conditioning units, drawers — anything and everything must be vacuumed.

Wash all vacuum attachments in hot water and detergent and store your vacuum in a sealed plastic bag. If your vacuum has a bag, remove it and throw it out in a plastic bag, outside of your home. If your vacuum doesn’t have a bag, wash the dust container as well as the attachments.

All you have to do next is wait for pest control to arrive and officially rid you of the pesky little bloodsuckers!

Jackie Marchildon is a bilingual writer and editor. She spends her time searching for hidden gems across the city, whether it’s new neighbourhoods and restaurants or upcoming trends in real estate and home decor.

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Carlingwood An appealing balance Fast facts Average household income

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CARLINGWOOD IS AN expansive

neighbourhood which runs east-west from Golden Ave to Woodroffe Ave., and north-south from the Sir John A MacDonald Parkway to Highway 417. Nowhere else in Ottawa will you find such an interesting mix. A group of seniors out for their daily walk could easily bump into one of the many Ottawa Senators who call Carlingwood home.

Carlingwood could be your home if you have the budget for a luxury property in Glabar Park or McKellar Park, but there are also some budget friendly deals to be had.

Nestled between upscale Westboro

and the more modest Britannia, Carlingwood offers an appealing balance. The population ranges on the economic scale, but neighbours cohabitate comfortably with one another in a neighbourhood equipped to meet everyone’s needs. Area services and amenities are more than sufficient for residents on a budget, and neighbouring Westboro offers specialty shopping for those with a taste for the finer things in life.

With many top-notch schools, large properties and greenspaces, Carlingwood is popular with families.

People who can’t afford the rising prices of Westboro, or who just want

a quieter neighbourhood, often choose Carlingwood. Glabar Park and McKellar Park are often occupied with older couples, families with teenagers and retirees.

Carlingwood Shopping Centre is great for those quick stops, or if you prefer to shop in relative peace. It’s just minutes from the newly renovated Bayshore Shopping Centre. Students enjoy the proximity to Carleton University and Algonquin College.

Lindsay has lived in the Ottawa/Gatineau area her whole life. When she’s not touring the city in search of the hottest new neighbourhoods she’s busy writing fiction and enjoying life with her husband and two dogs. lindsay_foran01@hotmail.com

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" a w a t t O n i e m o H u o Y g " Bringin OGILVIE TOWERS 1396 Ogilvie Rd., Blair and Ogilvie Gloucester

Close to all Amenities!

Schools, Shopping & Recreational Facilities Call for current and fu ture vacancies

You'll Love Our Location!

Suites have been extensively renovated with great features $ including: Alcove Suites (399 sq. ft.) .................

809 $ 1 Bedroom Suites (557 sq. ft.) ......... 920

• Ceramic tiles in entry, eat-in kitchen and bath • Neutral carpet to suit any style of decoration and furniture

1 Bedroom Suites $ w/balcony (647 sq. ft.) ........................

1019 $ 2 Bedroom Suites (726 sq. ft.) ......... 1094 $ 2 Bedroom Suites (Large - 840 sq. ft.) .. 1189

• Freshly refinished and painted, reinsulated walls for even greater comfort • Light fixtures include ceiling fans • Fridge, stove, rangehood & dishwasher • State-of-the-art security building

2 Bedroom Suites $ w/balcony (819 sq. ft.) ........................

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Advice | RENTAL LIVING

Decoding Green Labels 101 A guide for consumers to navigate through all those ‘sustainable’ products Organic is a Canadian company that wears this label with pride. With 14 family farm producers, Harmony Organic is passionate about the quality of their dairy, their cows and the earth.

FROM “NATURAL” TEA, to “Green” cleaning supplies to “eco-friendly” clothing, there are endless products being marketed with claims that attempt to convince consumers that they are making the right decision when shopping.

“Canadians are concerned about the state of our environment and worker conditions, and are opting for more sustainable, conscientious products and services,” says Laurie Simmonds, president and CEO of Green Living Enterprises. “With companies using various ‘Green’ claims and labels now more than ever, it can be difficult to distinguish between what looks and sounds ethical and sustainable, and what actually is.”

Product certifications alleviate this challenge for consumers, as any certified product has undergone a rigorous third party evaluation; examining everything from environmental impact, ingredient procurement, worker conditions and compensation to name few. Choosing products with the following labels will help you shop smarter and feel more confident about your buying power:

While many may think it’s the most obvious, Fairtrade is often a confusing term. The Fairtrade mark means the ingredients in a product have 38

been produced by small-scale farmer organizations or plantations that meet social, economic and environmental standards. Equifruit for example, is the Canadian market leader of Fairtradecertified bananas, with a large number of retail partners in Quebec and Ontario.

B Certified is to a business what Fairtrade is to fruit or coffee. Launched in 2006, B Certified companies meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency and legal accountability.

Dedicated to offering bee-derived superfoods, Beekeeper’s Naturals is a great example of a B Certified company that has undergone strict analysis and understands their overarching duty to the environment. It is one of 2,048 B Corporations in 50 countries around the world, all demonstrating a desire to make change and be part of something bigger.

Eating organic is one of the most popular ways to lead a healthier, more sustainable life. This can be made easy by purchasing products with the Canada Organic label and certification (define what it means – pesticides, antibiotics, etc..). Canada’s organic standards are among the most recognized in the world and Harmony

Sustainable food choices continue to be important to Canadians, changing the way they think about what’s on their plates. With overfishing being the biggest threat our oceans face today, consumers who choose to eat seafood can make a difference by choosing fish that is responsibly sourced or by visiting restaurants, like Hawthorne Food & Drink that use the Oceanwise symbol — an assurance against overfishing, harm to other aquatic creatures and protection of the marine ecosystem.

The Leaping Bunny logo is one to look out for when purchasing personal-care products and cosmetics.

Companies like Skin Essence Organics that are certified through the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics, make a voluntary pledge to eliminate animal testing from all stages of product development.

“We are all trying to make better choices for our health and wellbeing that will help build a better world, with a healthy environment and strong communities,” adds Laurie.

“Learning about these various labels and certifications is a great step in that direction”.

This April, visit all of these peopleand planet-friendly certified companies, plus 400 sustainable companies at the Green Living Show taking place April 7th to 9th, 2017, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. For more info on leading a healthier, greener lifestyle, please visit www.greenlivingshow. ca. and Greenlivingonline.com ‘Like’ them on Facebook, or follow @ GreenLivingPage.

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Panoramic view of Gatineau Hills 2 GREAT WEST END LOCATIONS

Adjacent to Ottawa River Parkway with access to bike paths & ski trails

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✔ Close to shopping malls, transitway and schools ✔ Bright and spacious suites in a well maintained, security patrolled building ✔ Amenities include outdoor pool, men’s & women’s saunas, party & hobby rooms Other features: Resident staff, covered parking, storage, laundry facilities, fitness facilities and more

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