Eastern Ontario Renters Guide - Sept 2, 2017

SEPTEMBER 2 - 16, 2017 VOLUME 23, ISSUE 18, FREE

1240 & 1244 Donald Street, Ottawa CapitalTowersOttawa.ca

NEWLY RENOVATED

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STUDENTS, STUDY UP ON YOUR RENTAL RIGHTS

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MOVE-IN READY NEW LUXURY SUITES

Only 5 left

LIVE BY THE RIVER TODAY Quick occupancy

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

Visit our presentation center and rent your suite now!

Tower II Now under construction

Rent from $1,100/mo.

SALES OFFICE

Including: pool, spa, gym & rooftop terrace.

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

613.824.4059

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

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

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

TOWNHOME & SEMI-DETACHED

INCLUDES

3 BEDROOMS starting at $1475/mo.

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CONDOS 1 BEDROOM starting at 735/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $900/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $900/mo.

STRATUS

60-108 rue du Stratus, Gatineau

1 BEDROOM starting at $700/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $825/mo.

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819.923.1771 | 10 km INCLUDES

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

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2 BEDROOMS starting at $1000/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $1020/mo.

Rue du Blizzard, rue George-Lebel, rue de la Boussole, Gatineau

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Parking & air conditioner

ARTHURGRAVELINE

11-19 rue Arthur-Graveline, Gatineau

2 BEDROOMS starting at $900/mo.

ZÉNITH 65 rue du Zénith, Gatineau (unit 3)

Parking & washer/dryer/dishwasher outlets

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819.923.1771 | 10 km

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NEAR Public transit, Gatineau Park, shops & services

INCLUDES Parking, air conditioner & electric fireplace

NEAR Golf courses, Champlain bridge, francophone & anglophone schools

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INCLUDES Heat & hydro, Internet, cable & parking, furnished and equiped

NEAR 2 BEDROOMS starting at $1,600/mo.

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

2 BEDROOMS starting at $704/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $850/mo.

Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km

INCLUDES Parking & electric fireplace

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

819.923.1771 | 9 km

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

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

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

BACHELOR starting at $499/mo.

1 BEDROOM starting at $649/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $624/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $686/mo.

NEAR Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km

HAUTES-PLAINES 25 . $1 O M TO E/ UP BAT RE

HAUTES-PLAINES 625-635 boul. des Hautes-Plaines, Gatineau

2 BEDROOMS starting at $540/mo.

INCLUDES Parking & washer/dryer outlets

NEAR Public transit, parks, nature trails, cycling paths & golf courses

819.923.1771 | 12 km

CARREFOUR DE L’HÔPITAL 25 . $1 O M TO E/ UP BAT RE

CLÉRICY

25 . $1 O M TO E/ P T A U B RE

INCLUDES Parking & washer/dryer outlets

11-13 rue de Cléricy, Gatineau

NEAR

2 BEDROOMS starting at $550/mo.

Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

22 ORLÉANS 22 rue d’Orléans, Gatineau

2 BEDROOMS starting at $575/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $674/mo.

819.923.1771 | 10 km

INCLUDES 2 appliances (stove, refrigerator), heat, hydro, hot water & parking

NEAR Public transit, elementary schools and high schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km

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BERTHE-MORISOT

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Parking & electric fireplace 4, 5, 9, 14, 18, 22, imp. Berthe-Morisot, Gatineau NEAR Shops & services, parks, nature trails 1 BEDROOM starting at $675/mo. & cycling paths $

2 BEDROOMS starting at 700/mo.

819.923.1771 | 21 km

KANATA HUNGERFORD GATES 2000-3000 Hungerford Gates, Kanata

2 BEDROOMS starting at $890/mo.

INCLUDES 2 appliances (stove, refrigerator) & parking

NEAR Canadian Tire Centre, public transit, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 24 km

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

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contents SEPTEMBER 2 - 16, 2017 | VOLUME 23 ISSUE 18

VICE-PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

Anne-Marie Breen DIRECTOR, CONTENT & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Jennifer Reynolds MANAGING EDITOR

Wayne Karl SENIOR EDITOR

Elisa Krovblit CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sonia Bell Lydia McNutt CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Lindsay Foran Chuck Resnick

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

ON THE COVER

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SALES CO-ORDINATOR

Gary Chilvers gary.chilvers@ypnexthome.ca

Q Residential: Making your way to Capital Towers

SENIOR MANAGER, DISTRIBUTION

Dwayne Rutherford NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins SENIOR PRODUCTION MANAGER

Anthony Majetic GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

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Parliament Hill Montreal Rd North River Rd

Rideau River

Rideau Street

TERRASES GABRIELLE

premium rental apartments ] Indoor ] Fitness

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Neighbourhood Profile

Wellington St. W. When you want to live close to everything

MORE PHOTOS AND STATS ONLINE nexthome.ca/wellington-ottawa

WELLINGTON ST. WEST is bordered

by the Somerset St. Bridge to the east and Island Park Dr. to the west. The neighbourhood runs from Scott St. to the north and the Queensway to the south. The boundaries of Wellington St. West are easily blurred with the neighbouring communities of Westboro and Hintonburg, but many residents are quick to say the areas are quite distinct. Once all referred to as Mechanicsville, it’s establishing itself as a prime location for renters, buyers, shoppers and eaters!

Buy local, eat organic, be consciously aware, and most definitely grow a beard! This is the

overall hipster vibe of Wellington St. West, but it’s not over-the-top like some trendy neighbourhoods. In fact, you can spend an entire day without even realize just how trendy it is.

With so many local vendors, and the farmers market, there is no excuse not to eat fresh and local, while supporting your neighbours.

Along Wellington there are numerous shops – many residents are owners or employees, and it creates a great sense of community pride, all wanting the area to thrive. The area is still up-and-coming, and so it caters to young professionals, some students, and young families. There

are still parts of the neighbourhood that are in transition, but it won’t be long before developers and renovators takeover. The atmosphere here is exciting, fun and young.

Wellington St. West is only a few kilometers away from the Ottawa Hospital, the Royal Ottawa, and many small malls. There are also quite a few schools in the area, including NotreDame and Nepean High School.

In the summer there is the always popular Parkdale Market, and many smaller markets along Wellington.

Wellington St. West is in a prime location. The area is close to the 417, the OC Transpo bus routes, and the new LRT station will be located only meters away at Tunney’s Pasture.

Within biking distance to downtown and the NCR pathways, this area is perfect for those on foot or in a car.

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 SEPTEMBER 2 - 16, 2017 | RENTERS GUIDE

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Ridgewood Ave.

OFFICE HOURS: MON-THURS 10AM-7PM FRI-SAT 10AM-4PM SUN 12-5PM

FOR APPOINTMENT PLEASE CALL:

613-737-3617 norberry@gsrentals.ca

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Property Profile | QRESIDENTIAL

cover story

QResidential Making your way to Capital Towers 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

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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.

QResidential owns and manages three other properties in Ottawa and one in Gatineau, totaling 7,000 apartments. As with all of their properties, QResidential sets the bar high for maintenance, customer service and resident satisfaction.

The company has renovated the corridors and lobbies, added new balconies and upgraded the plumbing and light fixtures in each suite at Capital Towers.

For summer fun, there is an outdoor pool, a tennis court and an adjacent 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 grocery store, a 24 hour Metro. A few more steps and you can be at the Food Basics grocery store. You can stop for coffee and a muffin at the Tim Hortons – 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 mall in the Ottawa region.

For commuters, the 417 is just minutes from Capital Towers or OCTranspo is at

the door on Donald Street. The University of Ottawa and Carlton University are only minutes away by bus or slightly longer if you’re biking, while La Citie Collegial 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 $975 to $1,250 per month.

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 have been specially selected for their expertise in customer care and they 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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PLEASE TO CALL TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT:

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OFFICE HOURS

MONDAY & TUESDAY 9:30AM-5PM | WEDNESDAY 10AM-6PM | THURSDAY 9:30AM-7PM | FRIDAY 9:30AM-3PM | SATURDAY 10AM-4PM FOR PHOTOS AND A VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT:

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

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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

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

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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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Capital Towers 1240 & 1244 Donald Street, Ottawa 1 Bed plus Den-FROM $1,000.00 2 Bedroom-FROM $1050.00

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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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

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recently surveyed over 5,500 house owners in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. The survey revealed that 11 per cent of all house owners rent out a portion of their home to non-family members. Alberta had the highest percentage at 14 per cent, followed by British Columbia at 13 per cent and Ontario at nine per cent.

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for two reasons,” says Daniel Mirkovic, Square One’s president. “We’re noticing an increase in inquiries by house owners that are renting a portion of their home to non-family members. We wanted to understand what was driving this increase. We also wanted to understand how house owners are coping with municipal laws relating to rental suites in single-family homes.”

According to the survey, the top three reasons why house owners have rental suites are: 1 For the extra income (40 per cent); 2 To help with the mortgage (34 per cent); and, 3 For companionship (14 per cent).

While mortgage-helpers are well, helpful, there are many municipal regulations that house owners need to be aware of, and tenants

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Ontario has the highest percentage at 21 per cent, followed by British Columbia at 15 per cent, and Alberta at 14 per cent.

in these secondary units should be aware of them. These regulations are in place to control the demand placed on infrastructure, but are also designed to ensure the home is safe for all to reside in. There are also code regulations and upgrades that need to be made for a safe and comfortable experience when a secondary suite is added to a residential home. These can provide

for comfort – such as limiting sound transfer, ensuring the electrical, gas and water demands of all residents is satisfactory and generally for fire and safety purposes.

For example, Vancouver and Toronto have capped the number of rental suites allowed per single-family house to just one.

Other regulations, which vary by municipality, usually include:

zoning restrictions; building code compliance; unit size restrictions; minimum parking requirements; and, inspection and licensing compliance.

Square One’s survey found that 17 per cent of rental suites in detached houses are considered illegal.

Ontario has the highest percentage at 21 per cent, followed by British Columbia at 15 per cent, and Alberta at 14 per cent. The actual percentage is likely to be considerably higher as residents may be reluctant to disclose illegal rental suites.

“Most municipal regulations for secondary suites ensure residents have adequate and safe housing options,” states Mirkovic. “But some, like the one rental suite per singlefamily house, are just outdated.

It’s hard to understand why cities advocating for more affordable housing options would continue to enforce this outdated regulation.”

According to the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Ontario has more than 233,000 secondary rental units, British Columbia more than 155,000, and Alberta more than 125,000.

Secondary rental units tend to be more affordable than apartment suites. For example, the average cost in Metro Vancouver of a twobedroom secondary suite is $1,390/ month, while a two-bedroom apartment suite is $1,450/month.

• More people in a home may mean an increased liability risk.

• The homeownere’s policy will not cover the tenant’s property or liability to others. Tenants need to carry their own insurance. This will cover their personal property, and it may cover the property, if tenants unintentionally damage the home.

For more information about Square One, or to get an online insurance quote, visit squareoneinsurance.com.

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By Elisa Krovblit

IT’S JUST ABOUT TIME FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR TO BEGIN, and for many students in college and university, it means leaving Casa del Mom’n’Dad and moving off to a new apartment at school. It’s usually the first time leaving home, the first time having an apartment and the first time having to pay all of the bills. Students should enjoy and make the most of this newfound freedom, but they should also be aware of their new-found rental rights and responsibilities.

Seasoned renters will have learned the ropes – either through their own research and experiences or through the experiences of friends and neighbours, but one of the first things students should learn is the basics that are included in the provincial rental laws.

Regardless of which province you live in, there are laws that will help guide you to understanding your rental rights and responsibilities. Each province differs slightly in their rules, so it’s important to understand the rules in the province in which you will be residing.

The basics rental rights that are important to understand are: Entry – Your landlord must give you notice to enter your apartment and cannot just come in whenever they want (unless a valid emergency is involved).

Rent – There are rules dictating how much rent your landlord can charge, including how often the rent can be raised and how much notice the landlord has to give you before raising the rent.

Pets – Some provinces allow pet restrictions and if it’s in the lease, you can be evicted for having pets. Other provinces allow pets and anything pertaining to pets in the lease is void.

Find out what applies to you before you pick up a furry friend.

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payment. Some provinces allow damage deposits and/or pet deposits.

There is a legal limit to deposits.

Repairs and maintenance – The landlord is obligated to keep the apartment and common areas clean and in good repair. Know the process for submitting maintenance requests.

Don’t feel you need to live in unhealthy, dangerous or otherwise sub-par conditions because you’re a student.

Locks – Neither you nor the landlord can change the locks to lock the other out.

Eviction – There are numerous valid reasons for eviction, but each includes a legal process that needs to be followed.

Once the legal process is completed, the only one that can change the locks and physically remove the tenant is the Bailiff or Sheriff. Make sure you’re not getting put out illegally.

Your responsibilities: Sign a lease – This is a contract that defines all expectations - from the cost of rent to what is included in the rent. It also outlines the landlord’s expectations.

This contract is enforceable and you need to stick to the terms or you can be evicted. It cannot include illegal terms. Make sure you understand what you’re signing. If it’s not in writing then it doesn’t count.

Repairs and maintenance – If problems arise, contact your landlord immediately. This is both for your own comfort and for the protection of the property. Many small problems can turn into major issues if left unremedied, and you’re obligated to look after the property.

Terminating residency – When you want to move out – whether going back to your parents’ home or moving onto a new apartment – you need to give proper notice. There are forms that you can use, provided by your local Landlord and Tenant agency or provincial services agency. There are also specified notice periods set by each province. If you do not give your landlord the proper

notice, you may be on the hook for rent payments until the proper terms of termination are met.

Human Rights – Everyone is protected under the Canadian Human Rights Code as well as the provincial code. You cannot be discriminated against for your age, sex, sexual preferences or gender identity, marital status, religion, ethnicity or many other basic principles.

How to ensure your rental rights Make sure you get a copy of the lease you singed at the time of signing, and keep this document. If any issues arise, contact your landlord in writing. Keep a log of any times you need to contact your landlord. This is important if issue end up escalating or you feel you’re not being treated fairly. A log showing repeated requests with no response will stand up as evidence if you need to pursue issues in the courts or a Tenant Tribunal that cannot be resolved simply between you and the landlord.

Make sure you always get receipts for your rent – at the time of payment, especially if you’re paying cash. Keep all documentation of any expenses incurred due to issues that are the landlord’s responsibility.

Treat your landlord and neighbours with consideration and you should enjoy your first rental experience and your first time away from home, on your own.

Most landlords do treat their tenants well and look after their responsibilities, but as a new renter and a student, ensuring you understand your rights and responsibilities is important and should be taken seriously.

If you cannot resolve issues with your landlord, or want further information about the rental laws specific to your province, please visit your province of residence’s landlord and tenant association or government office. *Dorm rooms and student campus residences do not fall under provincial rental legislation.

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Moving to university/college requires smart organization and planning

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students, a new school means a new place to live.

Moving away from home for the first time can be a stressful change.

However, taking a few painless steps can make the transition to the new “home-away-from-home” go more smoothly.

Moving children to their university or college of choice for the first time can leave parents and their student children physically and emotionally drained, if unprepared. It’s easy to get frustrated when faced with packing and condensing belongings which will ultimately have to fit in a small apartment, likely shared by a few other people.

Here are seven tips for parents and students to make the process easier: • Start early – Don’t wait until the last minute to collect boxes and moving supplies. Start packing nonessential items immediately, such as seasonal clothing. Clearly label all boxes so unpacking is easy.

• Try to condense – Go through the new student’s belongings before packing. Reduce the amount of items to move to start the school year clutter-free.

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boxes to transport belongings. Items can get tossed around during the move and if loose items fall out, people can get hurt. Also, beware of using grocery store boxes – they stored food and can carry bugs.

• Pack similar items together – Label the boxes so they are easily identified. This will help the student prioritize unpacking without making a huge mess.

• Don’t over-pack boxes – Remember, the heavier the item, the smaller the box.

• Use original packaging for large electronics when possible – The safest way to transport electronics like a computer, TV, mini-fridge or a microwave is to use the original

packaging. If it’s not available, wrap the electronics in anti-static bubble wrap.

• Recycle – Buying reusable supplies like high-quality containers is good for parents’ wallets and for the environment. Most corrugated cardboard boxes can be easily folded and stored during the school year. Plastic storage bins with lids are also a good option.

The containers parents buy this year can be reused and recycled throughout their student’s University career.

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Rideau & Augusta

Le Paris - 141 Augusta Street – 613-421-0270

Richmond & Lockhart

Lord Richmond - 851 Richmond Road – 613-722-0740

Kanata & Campeau

Park Ridge Place I, II & III - 7303, 7305 & 7307 Campeau Drive – 613-592-9273

Richmond & Carling

Richmond Park Square I & II - 1275-1285 Richmond Road – 613-800-7118

Pinecrest & Baseline Road

Riviera Gate I & II - 1300 & 1310 McWatters Road – 613-693-0247

Paul Anka & Uplands Drive

Royalton Place - 3360 Paul Anka Drive – 613-521-0922

Glebe & Queen Elizabeth Drive

Roxborough Apartments- 330 Queen Elizabeth Drive – 613-234-4843

Range & Templeton

Sandringham - 85 Range Road – 613-234-6377

Russell & St. Laurent

St. Laurent Towers - 1971-1975 St. Laurent Boulevard – 613-733-9135

Bank Street & Billings Bridge

Waterford - 1241 Kilborn Place – 613-738-2017

Carling & Wentworth

Wentworth Arms - 525 Wentworth Avenue – 613-820-2310

Richmond & Pinecrest

William Mosgrove Tower - 2881 Richmond Road – 613-693-1119

Fisher & Baseline Road

Windfields I, II & III - 1140, 1150 & 1170 Fisher Avenue – 613-725-2008

Bank & South Hunt Club

Woodbine - 2750 Carousel Crescent – 613-736-7605 (NEW)

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