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C E L E B R AT I N G 1 8 Y E A R S Vice-President, Wall2Wall Media
160 Chapel Street, Ottawa
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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.
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West Baseline Court-1785,1795,1805,1815 Baseline Rd
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Lakeview Apartments-360 Croydon Ave.
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Navaho-10 Deerfield Dr.
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Minto - Castle Hill-1000 Castle Hill Cres.
From $986
Minto - Aventura-20 Deerfield Dr.
From $807
Minto - Sophia II-91 Valley Stream Dr.
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Minto - South Centrepointe-269B Craig Henry Drive
From $949
Minto - Parkwood Hills-1186 & 1343 Meadowlands Dr.
From $799
Minto - Parkway Park-1399 Highgate Rd.
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Minto - Eleanor/Skyline-32 Eleanor Dr.
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Minto - Crystal Beach-3 Ullswater Drive, Unit 2
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Minto Navaho-10 Deefield
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Forest Manor-370 Forest St.
From $750
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William’s Court - Kanata Lakes Apts-1175 Maritime Way
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Richmond Park Sq.-1275 & 1285 Richmond Rd.
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Windfields-1140, 1150 & 1170 Fisher Ave.
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Minto - Accora-98 Woodridge Cres.
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CLV - Arbour Village-
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Aspen Towers-2935 Richmond Rd.
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Barrhaven-16 Kilbarron Rd.
From $807
Imperial Apt.-171 O’Conner St.
From $749
Kimberly Court-3800 Richmond Rd.
From $825
Park West-30 McEwen Ave.
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PINECREST Heights-2734 Draper Ave.
From $1100
Plaza Towers-465 Richmond Rd.
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Riddell-800 Riddell Ave.
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River Park Terrace-70 McEwen Ave.
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Terrasses Gabrielle-411 North River Rd.
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Stonecliffe-175 Bronson Ave
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Regional-370 Metcalfe St
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Regional-175 Bronson Ave
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The Renters Guide makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of our index, however availability and prices change daily. Please refer to the specific ad and call the advertiser for more details.
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The Richlin-1500 Walkley Rd.
From $890
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The Adelaide-17 Aberdeen St.
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CLV-Sandy Hill & Lowertown
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CLV-Elgin, Canal & Centretown
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Minto Carlisle-221 Lyon St. North
From $1449
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Minto - Downtown-21 James St. & 305 Metcalfe St.
From $909
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Minto Norwood Executive-305 Metcalfe St.
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160 Chapel-160 Chapel St.
From $850
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Rideau East-170 Lees Ave.
From $850
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Carlisle-221 Lyon Streeet N.
From $1700
The Riverclub-190 Lees Ave.
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Ashcroft - Opus-Gilmour St.
From $2450
Bona Vista-171 Lees Avenue
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Central-263 MaClaren
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Exceptional Locations-Multiple Addresses
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King Edward Apartments-110 Steward St.
From $775
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Laurier Avenue West-475 Laurier Ave W.
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Le Quay D’Orsay-210 Somerset St. W.
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Ogilvie Towers-1396 Ogilvie Rd.
From $759
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Sandy Hill-345 Laurier East
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Sussex Place-110 Boteler
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Ten Driveway-10 Driveway
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The Citadel-169 Lees Ave.
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Westfield Apts-420 Parkdale Ave.
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East Terrasses Montfort-400 Montfort St.
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Place Montfort -400 Montfort St.
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Chateau Janeville -390 Montreal Rd.
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St.Laurent on the Parc-1244 Donald St.
From $1075
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Brittany Apartments-230 & 240 Brittany Dr.
From $909
Eastwood Park Apartments-335 McArthur Ave.
From $899
CLV-860 Blackthorne Ave.
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CLV-1090 Kristin Way
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The Renters Guide makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of our index, however availability and prices change daily. Please refer to the specific ad and call the advertiser for more details.
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Crosswinds-641 Bathgate Dr.
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Minto - Riverside-1755 &1833 Riverside Dr.
From $979
Minto - Beaconwood / Elmridge-1998 Beaconwood Dr.
From $1199
CLV-860 Blackthorne Ave
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Minto - Forestview-650 Woodcliffe Pvt.
From $1319
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1396 Ogilvie Rd - Ogilvie Townhomes-
From $1399
Carson Hills-623-647 Carson Rd.
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Ogilvie Garden Apts.-1973 Jasmine Cres.
From $725
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Village Millcraft Apartments-358 McArthur Ave.
From $755
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South Prince of Wales-1401 Prince of Wales Drive
From $779
Alta Vista-2870 Cedarwood Dr
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Rideau Park Towers-1801 Riverside Dr
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Playfair Towers-1701 Kilborne Ave.
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Norberry Residences-2660 Norberry Cres.
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The Oaks-2975 & 2995 Albion Rd N
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Canterbury Square-2220 Halifax Dr., Suite 104
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Lord Halifax Place-2220 Halifax Dr., Suite 104
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L'Avangate-100 Roger Guindon Ave
From $1575
Minto - Carousel-2750 Carousel Cres.
From $829
Minto - Panorama/Jubilee-14 Timberline Pvt.
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Minto - Tanglewood -15A Woodfield Dr.
From $1299
Lancaster-324 Cambridge Street
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Hunters Point / Surrey Place Townhouses-2710 Saratoga Pl.
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The Ascot-2710 Saratoga Pl.
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Norberry Residences-2660 Norberry Cres.
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Québec Oxford Properties-Jardins Radisson
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Oxford Properties-Les Appartements Jacques-Cartier
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The Renters Guide makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of our index, however availability and prices change daily. Please refer to the specific ad and call the advertiser for more details.
Ottawa East
Room to Move PET FRIENDLY
Refined
Kitchen 16’.3” X 7’.10” Living Room 15’.9” X 10’.3” Master Bedroom 13’.0” X 12’.5” Bathroom 7’.0” X 5’.0” Second Bedroom 9’.8” X 9’.0” Storage 6’.6” X 3’.0”
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Village Millcraft
www.villagemillcraft.ca Text Millcraft to 57000 February 23 - March 9, 2013
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Teach financial discipline
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W
hether it’s welcoming home your adult child after graduation day or helping them pay off their credit card, parents feel the need to help their grown kids financially well into adulthood, which coupled with personal payments, retirement savings, and even elder care, can put a strain on anyone’s finances.
“High youth unemployment and increasing post-secondary education costs means many young people are more likely to rely financially on their parents well into adulthood,” says John Tracy, a senior vice president at TD Canada Trust. “As a parent, you want to help if your children are struggling financially, but it’s important your support does not compromise your own financial stability and retirement savings goals.” Tracy provides his advice on how boomer parents can practice tough love when it comes to family finances: • Get a plan and budget accordingly – Visit a financial advisor to develop a plan. With this plan in place, you will know how much you need to save every week to help achieve your dream retirement. Refer to your plan before lending a financial hand to your children. Remember, your kids have decades left in the workforce to earn money, but you likely do not.
• Pay yourself first – It’s vital that you prioritize retirement savings in your peak earning years, so you have enough saved to help live the lifestyle you want when you retire. Remember, if you can’t support yourself in retirement, then you risk shifting the financial strain onto your children instead. To make saving easier, consider automating your savings with a regular, pre-authorized transfer into your RSP. • Have open and honest conversations – It can be difficult talking about money, but it’s harder if you avoid it. Don’t assume that you are on the same page as your adult children. Be clear on what you are and are not willing to support financially. For example, if your child has moved back home, will they be responsible for paying rent or covering any household expenses? • Be a role model – Gradually shift your role from financial aid to financial coach. Help your kids establish a plan to get their expenses under control and pay down debts to take some of the financial strain off of you. NC
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How Credit Cards CalCulate interest B y Gai l Vaz -Ox lade
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f you’re like me and you always pay the amount owing on your credit card by the payment due date, you never have to pay interest, so you may not much care what your interest rate is or how it’s calculated. But if you carry a balance, or if you ever take cash advances, read on. Continued on page 12
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finances Interest on a credit card is charged differently depending on the type of transaction on the card. Maybe you made a new purchase. Maybe you’re carrying a balance from last month, which would be a “previous purchase.” Perhaps you took a cash advance. Or maybe in an attempt to get your interest costs down, you did a balance transfer. New purchases usually don’t attract any interest unless there’s a previous balance on the card or you end up paying after the due date. At that point, the interest clock clicks on back to the date of the purchase. No grace period! If you carry so much as a penny on the balance, then instead of getting a free ride from the date of purchase through to the date owed the following month, the interest clock clicks on the minute you do the transaction. The interest-free or “grace” period never applies to cash advances. Yup, the minute you pull that money off your card, the clock clicks on and you start paying interest, usually on your entire balance. Ditto balance transfers unless you have a special deal going. The interest you’ll pay is calculated in one of two ways: using the “average daily balance method”or using the “daily balance method”. While these calculations are different, they often yield the much the same results. If you don’t much care, skip the next two paragraphs. If you really want to know the difference, well, here ya go: Credit cards calculate the average daily balance by adding up the balance at the end of each day and then dividing the total by the number of days in the billing period. The answer is then multiplied by the daily interest rate (the annual interest rate divided by 12). They multiply the result by the number of days in the billing period (30 in June, 31 in July). The daily balance method calculates interest owed at the end of each day. They multiply the daily balance by the daily interest rate, adding up the daily interest charges to obtain the amount of interest charged for the month.
Everybody back? Credit card companies use one of two methods to decide whether the interest-free period applies to your new purchases: On some cards, the interest-free period applies to your new purchases if you pay your current month’s balance in full by the due date. This can be called “method 1” or “one cycle billing”. But some credit cards want to penalize you when you carry a balance even for one month. In an interest rate grab, “method 2” or the “two cycle” billing was born. With this method, the interest-free period applies to your new purchases only if you pay your current month’s balance in full, by the due date, and you did not carrying a balance from the previous month. I find it interesting that in all the chatter about cardholder rights and changes proposed by the Feds to protect consumers, two-cycle billing never saw the light of day. And where is the protection for people – students in particular – who are offered credit with no visible means of repayment? And don’t get me started on over-limit fees or any of the other rapacious fees credit card companies use to compensate for all the bad lending they did. Credit cards can also charge a different interest rate for things like introductory offers, cash advances or balance transfers. Since those rates are often calculated in a different ways than the rates charged for purchases, you need to be careful when you use your cards. Often, for example, if you do a balance transfer, you should not use that card for any additional purchases. Why? Well, while the balance transfer offer may seem like a gift, the new purchases interest rate can be through the roof. And since all your payments will go to the“balance transfer”pot first, your“new purchases” pot will continue to accumulate at that much higher interest rate. The recent Fed plans to try to protect consumers from the big bad credit card wolves does address this issue, but nothing has been cast in stone yet.
So sometime in the future consumer payments may have to be assigned to the balance with the higher rate, or they may be spread between the two or more pots based on the relative size of the balance, but who knows. While it may feel like torture to read your credit card agreement, if you don’t you’re walking blind into something that may bite you in the butt down the road. And whenever your credit card company sends out a notification that your terms and conditions have changed, pay attention. It was a lack of attention that allowed the Method 2 calculation or “two-cycle billing”, which was born in the U.S. where credit card companies regularly stick it to their customers, to take hold in Canada. If more people had had their heads up and rebelled, our lenders would never have kept this option. Now it has a strong foothold, it would take a tsunami of customer cancellations to have it reversed. That’s ground we’ve lost as consumers that we’ll never regain.
Gail Vaz-Oxlade is the host of Til Debt Do Us Part and author of Debt Free Forever and blogs daily at www.gailvazoxlade.com. Follow Gail on Twitter at Twitter.com/GailVazOxlade
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1, 2 & 3 bedroom * suites from $999
1 MONTH FREE!*
2 MONTHS FREE!*
• Large, redecorated suites
• Bright, spacious suites
• Close to schools & shopping
• Pool and exercise facilities
• Adjacent to Algonquin College
• Excellent family community
• Heat included • Central location, close to
& College Square • Easy access to shopping &
downtown and the 417
transit
1755 / 1833 Riverside Dr.
Office:
10 Deerfield Drive
• Excellent transport links • Beautiful, mature neighbourhood
1343 Meadowlands Dr.
minto.com *Limited time offer on selected suites. Prices, specials and specifications subject to change without notice. See rental consultant for detail. Errors and omissions excepted. 23G
WELCOME HOME TO MINTO.
Beaconwood
Castlehill
3 & 4 bedroom garden homes
Studio, 1 & 2 1, 2 & 3 bedroom bedroom suites * * suites from $986 from $807
from
$1,199
*
Aventura
1998 Beaconwood Dr.
1000 Castle Hill Cr.
20 Deerfield Drive
1 Month FREE RENT!*
1 Month FREE RENT!*
Prime location
• Large, freshly renovated homes*
• Heat and Hydro included
• Excellent family community
• Close to schools, shopping and
• Close to 417 and Gloucester Centre • Private fenced backyard
the 417 • Indoor pool, exercise room &
• Adjacent to Algonquin College & College Square • Easy access to shopping & transit
social lounge
663.1530 | minto.com *Limited time offer on selected suites. Prices, specials and specifications subject to change without notice. See rental consultant for detail. Errors and omissions excepted. 24G
WELCOME HOME TO MINTO.
South Centrepointe
Sophia
Carlisle
1 & 2 bedroom suites
1, & 2 bedroom suites
Downtown Luxury
from
$949
*
3 & 4 bedroom * homes from $1,259
269B Craig Henry Dr.
from
$1,069
*
91 Valley Stream Dr.
1 & 2 bedroom * suites from $1,449
221 Lyon St. North
Excellent family community
1/2 Month FREE RENT!*
• In a serene, suburban setting
• Luxurious designer suites
• Huge renovated suites
• Large suites with finished
• Central air conditioning
• Underground parking
• Exercise room
• 5 appliances & central A/C
basements* • Easy access to transit
1 Month FREE RENT!*
• Heat and hot water included • Fitness facilities
663.1530 | minto.com *Limited time offer on selected suites. Prices, specials and specifications subject to change without notice. See rental consultant for detail. Errors and omissions excepted. 25G
WELCOME HOME TO MINTO.
Parkway Park & Westview
Carousel
Parkwood Hills Community
1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites
Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom suites
Suites from
from
from
$819
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$829
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$799
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Homes from $1,099
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1-1399 Highgate Road
2750 Carousel Crescent
1343 Meadowlands Dr.
1 Month FREE RENT!*
1 Month FREE RENT!*
1 Month FREE RENT!*
PARKWAY PARK • Heat and one parking space incl. • Close to schools, rapid transit & shopping
• Redecorated suites
• Close to schools & shopping
• Fitness facility
• Excellent family community
• Utilities included
• Excellent transport links
WESTVIEW
• Close to shopping, restaurants,
• Beautiful, mature
• Heat included • Established community
• Walk to transit
airport & walking paths
neighbourhood
663.1530 | minto.com *Limited time offer on selected suites. Prices, specials and specifications subject to change without notice. See rental consultant for detail. Errors and omissions excepted. 26G
WELCOME HOME TO MINTO.
Panorama/Jubilee
2 & 3 bedroom homes from
$1,199
*
14 Timberline Private 1 Month FREE RENT!*
Orleans
Skyline
2, 3 & 4 bedroom 2 bedroom maisonettes homes from
$1,319
*
1749 Aspenview Way 650 Woodcliffe Private 1 Month FREE RENT!*
• Luxury executive homes
• Spacious renovated homes
• Designer finishes
• Quiet family community
• Central air conditioning
• Easy access to parks,
• Spacious living areas • Close to shopping, restaurants
shopping & transit
from
$1,099
*
32 Eleanor Drive 1 Month FREE RENT!* • Close to Algonquin College, Ottawa Hospital and Hwy 417 • Good setting for families • Multiple parks within walking distance
& bike paths
663.1530 | minto.com *Limited time offer on selected suites. Prices, specials and specifications subject to change without notice. See rental consultant for detail. Errors and omissions excepted. 27G
Accora Village is a community with easy access to the whole city, and wonderful amenities tucked right within its own backyard. It’s where life is lived and memories are made. It’s the place Accora Village residents simply call home.
• Close to shopping, transit and Highways 416/417 • Close to the Ottawa River, Nepean Sailing Club & Andrew Haydon Park • Public and separate schools within the community • Bayshore Park within the community
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*Limited time offer on selected suites. Prices, specials and specifications subject to change without notice. See rental consultant for detail. Errors and omissions excepted. 28G
YOUR LIFE. YOUR HOME. YOUR COMMUNITY.
613-663-1530
3 & 4 bedroom 2 & 3 bedroom executive garden homes homes from
Studio, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites
from
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1 Month FREE* RENT!
$1,145
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$1,295
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1 Month FREE* RENT! Free iPad mini & up to a $250 utilities credit!*
Key Features • Fully renovated homes • Heat included • 5 appliances • Fenced in yard with patio • 1.5 baths • Hardwood flooring • Central air conditioning * TM
Accora Village is CRB Certified. You can rent with confidence.
Accora Village is a member of the Crime-Free Multi-Housing Program.
1 Month FREE* RENT! Free iPad mini & up to a $500 utilities credit!*
Key Features • Fully renovated homes • Private garage & driveway • 5 appliances • Fireplace • Finished rec room • Central air conditioning
$799
*
Free iPad mini &
Free 6 month fitness membership!*
Key Features • Freshly decorated suites • Newly renovated (select suites only) • Utilities included • Spacious layout
Seniors live well in Accora Village! $25 off monthly rent NO rent increase for the 2nd year Free Seniors Programs
*Limited time offer on selected suites. Prices, specials and specifications subject to change without notice. See rental consultant for detail. Errors and omissions excepted. 29G
WELCOME HOME TO MINTO. Ottawa West
Ottawa South
Ottawa East
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Luxury Downtown
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1755/1833 Riverside Drive
366 Brant Street
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Luxury Ottawa West
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1749 Aspenview Way
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Ottawa Central
Indulge in a Little Luxury...
Bona Vista LUXURIOUS 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites
■ Spacious & Bright - Well Appointed ■ Designer Touches - 3 Appliances
Excellent Amenities
■ Indoor
Pool - Whirlpool - Tennis Court Fully Equipped Exercise Room - Guest Suites
Building Services & Location ■ Controlled
■ Easy
■ Security
Lobby Access Patrolled Building
■ Adjacent
Access to Queensway to Transitway
613-565-8520
Downtown at Your Doorstep Close to Shopping, Restaurants, Theatre & Nightlife
171 Lees Avenue
02386
Affordably Priced!
www.bonaproperties.com
OGILVIE TOWERS
Blair Rd.
Aviation
Pkwy
d. St. Laurent Blv
Oglive Road
Blair and Ogilvie
For more information or to view
613.745.1140 1396 Ogilvie Rd., Gloucester www.bonaproperties.com
bonaproperties.com
03306
Ottawa East
“Bringing you home in Ottawa” * See Office for details
February 23 - March 9, 2013
You’ll Love Our Location! East End of Ottawa
Perfectly situated in the east end of Ottawa, with quick and easy access to highways, walking distance to Blair transit station, Gloucester Shopping Centre and La Cité Collégiale. In addition short commute to St. Laurent Shopping Centre, schools and parks
Townhouses
1399
$
3 bedroom townhouse for rent • Central air • 5 appliances • Gas fireplace
• 1 full bath • 1 ensuite • 1 powder room
• Finished basement • Garage • Fenced in yard
For any questions or to schedule a viewing please feel free to contact our office at 613.745.1140 and one of our rental agents will be more than happy to assist you.
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renters’help
Loss Prevention
Insurance is great, but prevention is better
T
hey say that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Think of insurance as the cure (sort of) to a number of bad things that could happen to you or your family. Yes, if you have a fire or a theft, insurance will help you pick up the pieces. But most people who have lost their homes in a fire — even those with great insurance coverage — will tell you that they would prefer if it had never happened in the first place.
Insurance gives you financial peace of mind. If you have the right coverage, no theft, fire, accident or hurricane can leave you broke. However, there are certain things that insurance cannot fix. For example: If your wedding ring or a priceless family heirloom is stolen in a break-in, insurance may cover the actual market value of the item, but the sentimental value cannot be replaced. If you suffer a fire and all your family photos are destroyed, you will feel a tremendous loss, even though the photos have no monetary value. Insurers are in the business of compensating people when they suffer losses. Being so close to so many human tragedies,
insurers are passionately committed to loss prevention. They know that it is better to avoid suffering than to try to make up for it. If your home is uninhabitable for a period of time, you may need to move to a hotel or even a new, likely furnished, apartment. Some tenant’s policies will cover additional living expenses you incur during this time, such as meals (if you are in a hotel) and extra rent or room charges. Be sure to ask your insurance representative if you have this type of coverage, so that if disaster strikes you can focus on putting your life back together without worrying about the added costs. For more information talk to your insurance representative about your tenants’ insurance needs. The Insurance Bureau of Canada offers information for consumers to help make them aware of their insurance needs and assist them in understanding the types of insurance available. They are the national industry association representing Canada’s private home, car and business insurers. Its member companies represent 90 per cent of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance market in Canada. For more valuable information from the Insurance Bureau of Canada please visit www.ibc.ca. Courtesy of the Insurance Bureau of Canada
What A Deal! Four Great One Bedroom Floorplans
Stylish Lobby
Air Conditioning Unit in Suite
Yearly Leases
Ottawa’s BestValue
DOWNTOWN
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from only
Fitness Room
Secure, Affordable and Convenient
Laundry Room and Storage
Furnished Suites Available
969
$
/month
Utilities Included
Rental Enquiries:
613.238.6783
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TWO MORE EXCEPTIONAL LOCATIONS All Buildings Feature Laundry and On-site Superintendent with Parking Available
02255
WEST END
CenTral
Aspen Towers
wesTfield ApArTmenTs
Bachelor, One Bedroom or Two Bedroom
Bachelor, One Bedroom or Two Bedroom
2935 richmond road
• Walk to Bayshore Shopping Centre • Spectacular view of Britannia Bay and Skyline • Utilities included
H.E. REINERT HOLDINGS CORP.
420 parkdale Avenue
• Walk to Parkdale Market and Tunney's Pasture • Beautiful hardwood floors • Heat included
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BONA
PROPERTIES
3 Bedroom Available 2200/mo
$
LE QUAY D’ORSAY 210 Somerset Street West
Bachelors & 1 Bedrooms Available • Elegant Lobby • Freshly Decorated • Several Designs • A/C Units • 2 Appliances • Laundry Facilities • On-Site Staff • Quiet & Secure • Indoor & Outdoor Parking
Immediate & Future Occupancy
613.234.1802
www.bonaproperties.com
02435
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quicktips
How to keep the
kitchen safe T he kitchen is a great place for family members to come together. Cooking is a great way to involve the entire family in an activity while still getting dinner on the table. While this time can be a great way to bond, it can also be dangerous if food isn’t handled properly. Follow these food safety tips to keep the kitchen a safe and fun place:
Keep things separate: A combination of protein and vegetables is great for any meal, but keeping things separate is important for food safety. Designate a separate cutting board for meat and one for vegetables. Make things fun and creative for the kids by allowing them to pick out fun coloured cutting boards for each item. Avoid chemicals: Keeping the counters clean is important for food safety, as bacteria from the counter can transfer onto your food. To keep your kitchen counters clean, choose a product with naturally derived ingredients, such as Green Works All-Purpose cleaner. Green Works products are made with at least 95 per cent naturally–derived ingredients, so you can be sure the clean you are getting is without harsh chemical fumes or residue.
Remember the date: Remembering expiry dates is essential to ensuring the food you feed your family is safe. Make sure the expiry dates on your food containers are visible and rotate older products to the front when you bring new groceries home. Making sure you have the freshest food on hand is a great way to ensure your family’s meals are both safe and nutritious. Remember that healthy eating goes beyond your choice of food. Keeping your kitchen clean is a big part of making sure your family’s meals are as healthy as they can be. NC
RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES ACT SEMINARS Legal strategies and tips for rental housing providers
TORONTO April 4th & 16th I KINGSTON April 25th I WOODSTOCK May 2nd FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: LYNZI MICHAL
1-877-688-1960 or lmichal@frpo.org
www.frpo.org Ottawa East
Newly Renovated Suites
Ogilvie Garden Apartments FEBRUARY/ MARCH AVAILABILITY
BONUS FEBRUARY FREE
01327
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites From • • • •
Balconies & Hardwood Floors Laundry & Storage Facilities Parking Available Easy Access to the 417
$
849
Utilities Included
For more information or an appointment to view
1973 Jasmine Crescent, Gloucester
613-288-4288 February 23 - March 9, 2013
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Ottawa Central
OTTAWA ’ S M S A ADDRESSES OST
OUGHT
FTER
SUSSEX PLACE 100-110 Boteler Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites
• Utilities Included • Freshly Decorated Suites • Beautiful Views of the Ottawa River and Gatineau Hills • Hardwood Floors & Central A/C • Sauna & Outdoor Pool • Laundry Facilities • On-Site Superintendent • Indoor Parking • Walking Distance to Rideau Centre & Market For more information please call
613•241•5115
475 LAURIER AVE. WEST 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites
• Exclusive quiet residence located in the heart of Downtown Ottawa • Large units with separate storage room • Hardwood floors • Spacious kitchens/cabinets • Large balconies • Well-maintained building • Superintendent on site • Exercise/party rooms • Bike room • Laundry facilities For more information call
613•230•9777
TEN DRIVEWAY
1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Exclusive area • All the convenience of city living located in a quiet area next to the Rideau Canal • Spacious apartments with a beautiful panoramic city view • Hardwood floors, large kitchens, plenty of closet space, two bathrooms • Resident-superintendent, security cameras, after-hours emergency service, concierge For more information please call
www.arnon.ca
02215
613•236•7289
*Some conditions apply
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February 23 - March 9, 2013
Ottawa East
" a w a t t O n i e m o H u o Y g n i " Bring OGILVIE TOWERS 1396 Ogilvie Rd., Blair and Ogilvie Gloucester Ca current all for nd vacanciefuture s
You'll Love Our Location! Close to all Amenities! Schools, Shopping & Recreational Facilities Suites have been extensively renovated with great features including: • Ceramic tiles in entry, eat-in kitchen and bath • Neutral carpet to suit any style of decoration and furniture • 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 • Steps from the Silver City Entertainment District
809 $ 1 Bedroom Suites (557 sq. ft.) ......... 920 Alcove Suites (399 sq. ft.) .................
1 Bedroom Suites $ w/balcony (647 sq. ft.) ........................
1019 $ 2 Bedroom Suites (726 sq. ft.) ......... 1119 $ 2 Bedroom Suites (Large - 840 sq. ft.) .. 1189 2 Bedroom Suites $ w/balcony (819 sq. ft.) ........................
1189 $ Townhouses ........................................ 1399 Townhouses Available
from $1399.
February 23 - March 9, 2013
613.745.1140
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Oglive Road
OGILVIE TOWERS
Blair Rd.
02313
For more information or to view
Pkwy
lace, Central air, 5 appliances, gas firep room, der pow 1 and ite ensu 1 , bath 1 full ed in yard finished basement, garage, fenc
Aviation
• Exercise room, sauna, hot tub, laundry room, parking, tenants only pay electricity, heat and hot water included
St. Laurent Bl vd.
• 24 hour security
* See Office for details
$
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foodie
ChiCken & Veggie Baked Burritos PreP time: 10 minutes cook time: 20 minutes serves: 2 serving size: 1 burrito calories Per serving: 248 1 ¼ cup (300 mL) Healthy Choice Traditional pasta sauce, divided (see below) 2 small 6-inch (15 cm) low sodium multigrain flour tortillas ½ cup (125 mL) low sodium refried beans ½ cup (125 mL) each: shredded carrots and zucchini ½ cup (125 mL) diced cooked chicken 4 tbsp. shredded cheese (about 1/2 cup/ 125 mL) ¼ tsp. (1.25 mL) cayenne pepper (optional) 1 tbsp. (15 mL) finely chopped cilantro, for garnish ¼ cup (50 mL) guacamole (optional)
Pantry staPles like canned beans and Pasta sauce are combined with fresh shredded veggies to create a delicious and nutritious baked burrito that kids and adults will love. Shopping Tip: Look for “no fat” and “no added oil” when shopping for healthier pasta sauce options. Plus, stock up on spices; cayenne pepper adds the Mexican flair without adding sodium! Healthy Cooking tip: Want to quickly add more protein to your burritos without the extra sodium? Use downtime to roast a whole chicken. Remove meat and store in your fridge. Freeze the bones for when you have spare time to make your own, lowsodium chicken broth.
directions: Preheat oven to 375F/190C; place tortillas on working surface. On each tortilla, evenly spread ¼ cup (50 mL) beans; top with ¼ cup (50 mL) each: shredded carrots, zucchini and diced chicken. Top with 1/8 cup (30 mL) Healthy Choice Traditional pasta sauce: roll each tortilla around ingredients and place seam-side down in oven proof baking dish. Top with 1 cup (250 mL) Healthy Choice Traditional pasta sauce and shredded cheese and sprinkle with 1/8 tsp. (.6 mL) cayenne pepper (optional); bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and tortillas are slightly browned. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with an optional side of guacamole. Visit Facebook.com/HealthyChoiceCanada for more recipes and cooking tips. NC
Ottawa Central
We Got What You’re Looking For Throughout The Ottawa Area! UNFURNISHED SUITES 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms
815
from $
Heat Included
Freshly decorated. Well maintained buildings. Spacious suites. Laundry facilities. Outdoor parking. Close to schools, shopping, public transportation and recreational facilities.
West -
2448 Carling Ave., 224 Woodroffe Ave., 931 Pinecrest Rd., 1691 Baseline Rd.
East -
625 Borthwick Ave., 630 Cummings Ave.
Central -
150/154 Yonge St.
South -
1530 Gilles St., 2077 Walkley Rd.
Downtown - 362 Friel Rd.
FURNISHED SUITES 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms
1250
from $
Includes all utilities, parking, internet, cable TV & local phone service. Long & short term lease available
West -
2448 Carling Ave., 224 Woodroffe Ave., 840 Woodroffe Ave., 931 Pinecrest Rd., 1691 Baseline Rd., 1689 Baseline Rd.
East -
625 Borthwick Ave., 630 Cummings Ave.
Central -
150/154 Yonge St.
South -
1530 Gilles St., 2077 Walkley Rd.
Downtown - 362 Friel Rd.
For more information or an appointment to view o tta w are n talh o u se s.co m
02413
613.864.0712
adibs aad@rogers .c om
Ottawa Central
Kimberly Court Apartments in BELL’S
King Edward Apartments
CORNERS
in SANDY
HILL
One Month FREE
Bachelors
from $850
1 Bedroom
from $950
2 Bedrooms
from $1450
1 Bedrooms from 875 2 Bedrooms from $975 $
INCLUDES UTILITIES
• Freshly Decorated • Large/Bright Suites • Low Rise Building with Elevator
&
H EAT & H OT W ATER I NCLUDED
PARKING
• Adult Lifestyle • Quiet Neighbourhood • Walking Distance to all Amenities
• Freshly Decorated • Spacious Suites • Hardwood Floors
613-828-7991 or 613-232-9423 3800 Old Richmond Rd. (Corner of Kimberly) West End Location
Bell’s Corners
February 23 - March 9, 2013
• Clean & Quiet Building • Steps to Ottawa U and the Byward Market
613-567-1483 or 613-232-9423
PARKVIEW MAN A GE M E N T
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110 Stewart St. (Corner of King Edward)
Sandy Hill
02382
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Ottawa Central
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Ottawa East
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100 MeDhUrsT Dr, -OFF WOODROFFE - 1 & 2 LoNDoN TerraCe - Only 3 Condos for Rent Left! bdrms luxury suites. 3 appls, heating, a/c, hot tub, sauna. Completely remodeled 2-Bdrm moments to downtown, From $890/mo. Carling Realty Co. (613)725-3151 granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, insuite washer/dryer, hardwood flooring, excellent neighbourhood! From $1200 Call Anytime 613-229-6504
Ottawa West
Ottawa Central
BeeChWooD-JoLIeT:246 FerIaND sT. -Building only 3 years old,freshly painted 2 bdrm bsmt appt with large windows.furnished with stove,fridge, washer and dryer,A/C etc.Ceramic floor.Utilities not included,(we pay for water usage),close to Beechwood Ave,.1 parking ,1st and last month rent with reference,no pets/ smokin.$1,100/monthly.Avail now.Call (613)445-5492
Ottawa East
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Ottawa West
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CraIG heNry soUTh/BroCKINGToN -- 3 Bedroom garden homes with or without garage, finished bsmt, 5 appls, some with f/p. Up to 2.5 baths. From $1045 +utils. Call (613)725-3151
Ottawa West
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WeNTWorTh ave & -Carling ALL INCLUSIVE, Oversized Bachelor & 1-Bdrm Apt. Hardwood throughout, underground parking, keyless entry fob system, balcony overlooking Ottawa West! $825 - $950! CALL FOR DETAILS 613-608-6627
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vaNIer PrKWy-MCarThUr ave- -Excellent Location 3 bdrm home, close to downtown, fenced & pvt yrd, 2 tier-deck, fireplace, ac, hrdwd flr/ tiles, 3 prkg 2 bath, storage area, 7 appls, alarm, no pets no smoke, close to schools, Hospital & buses, $1550+ utils, avail May 1st (819)455-9621, quercy@gmx.com
Your complete rental source. Please say you saw it in Renters Guide!
February 23 - March 9, 2013
Ottawa Central
The Citadel
Desirable! Irresistible!
ALWAyS NoW
Freshly Renovated! ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆
Spacious Bright Suites Designer Touches New Appliances Air Conditioned Guest Suite Bright New Laundry Facilities
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Fully Equipped Exercise Room Tennis Court, Whirlpool Controlled Lobby Access Security Patrolled Building Easy Access to Queensway Adjacent to Transitway
1 & 2 Bedroom Suites 02186
Affordably Priced!
Immediate Occupancy Available
Minutes to Downtown Shopping, Dining and Nightlife! * See Office for details
(613) 565-4444
169 Lees Avenue www.bonaproperties.com Ottawa West
IMPERIAL
APARTMENTS
171 O’Connor Street
Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
749 from 1,099 from 1,295 from
$
$
$
INCLUDED IN RENT:
HEAT, HOT WATER, FROST FREE FRIDGE, & STOVE On select units, convenient downtown location, walking distance to Parliament Hill, newly decorated. Easy to clean hardwood floors, spacious balconies, secure locker rooms, laundry facilities on each floor, indoor/outdoor parking, swimming pool, steps from OC Transpo service, video surveillance, quiet, well maintained building with on-site administrative office.
www.glenview.ca February 23 - March 9, 2013
613-234-4907
02385
For Details and Appointments Call Jadwiga Weekdays: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Why live anywhere else?
Ottawa West
Panoramic view of Gatineau Hills 2 GREAT WEST END LOCATIONS
Adjacent to Ottawa River Parkway with access to bike paths & ski trails
THE PARK WEST 30 McEwen Avenue
01355
Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites
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RIVER PARK TERRACE
70 McEwen Avenue
✔ 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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February 23 - March 9, 2013
Lancaster Apartments 324 Cambridge Street North, Ottawa -
Bachelor & 1 bedroom suites Upgraded suites available Walk to downtown, university & restaurants Incl. heat
Call 613-235-1894
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Morguard
160 Chapel St. : Amazing views & a stellar location await you
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ocated in the heart of the Nation’s Capital and just minutes away from restaurants, parks, shops, and entertainment, 160 Chapel is a perfect place to call home. Renowned for its idyllic location, easy access to amenities and commitment to customer service, this mustsee rental property is poised to be the talk of the town. With spectacular views of the city’s skyline it is no wonder this building surpasses its already established reputation.
Designated a Walker’s Paradise, member of the Certified Rental Building (CRB) program and winner of the Customer Service Award of Excellence at the Ontario wide 2010 MAC Awards, it is no surprise so many people choose to call this property home. Under the management of Morguard, a company recognized for its high standards, this 22-storey building is ideal for students, professionals – and anyone seeking a vibrant and dynamic neighbourhood. The staff at Morguard work hard to create an established relationship with residents. This sense of community is why residents speak so highly of their rental experience with Morguard. Step out of the front door and you are within walking distance to the
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University of Ottawa, the downtown core, and the ByWard Market. All amenities are right at your fingertips. Not only are restaurants, movie theatres, libraries and grocery stores close at hand, but residents also enjoy the convenience of having a hair salon, medical centre, and pharmacy attached to the building. The benefits of living at 160 Chapel are not limited to its location. Relax at the end of each day in the salt-water pool and dry sauna, enjoy the fully equipped fitness room and watch the sunset on the terrace. Spacious furnished and unfurnished studio, one- and two-bedroom suites offer plenty of options. Generously sized bedrooms make this location ideal for roommates. With 24-7 on-site security, heated underground parking, and a keycard access system, 160 Chapel ensures both residents’ safety and comfort. Despite its successes, the management team at 160 Chapel is constantly moving towards improving residents’ experiences. By actively engaging with residents, these tireless workers constantly strive for excellence, as demonstrated by Morguard’s BOMA Best Level 2 certification. This certification verifies their ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and leadership through such upgrades as low-flow toilets and showerheads and a move towards email notifications. Morguard staff are committed to developing and moving forward with a Green initiative. For your chance to experience the luxury of 160 Chapel firsthand, please call 613-789- 6000, or visit the website at www.160chapel.com. As a special offer, rent in March or April and your first month is free! Your new home awaits you at 160 Chapel.
Modern Living. Premium Location. Exceptional Rates.
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160 Chapel Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 8P5 Tel: 613.789.6000 160chapel@morguard.com
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quicktips
Finding the right place
W
hen looking for a new apartment, it’s good to know what you want and what you need. Make a list of priorities and then see how your prospects measure up. 1. Make a list of your top
responsiveness to repair needs and
use of the facilities? Where are the
priorities. Do you need extra
other issues of concern to you. Ask:
facilities located in relation to your
parking spaces? A place that
Would you tell a friend to move into
prospective apartment? Do you
welcomes pets? Thinking through
this building?
really want to live poolside or near the laundry room?
your needs ahead of time can help you find an apartment that meets
4. Examine the lease. A lease
those needs, instead of one that just
is a legal obligation to pay rent
7. Ask about utility costs. Is
strikes your fancy at first glance.
for a specified length of time, and
the water bill paid by the owner
every lease has variations on the
or separately by the tenants? Are
2. Check out the property. In
terms and conditions of tenancy. If
electrical or gas utilities included
addition to examining the condition
the terms of the lease agreement
in the rent? Is there a single
of the for-rent unit, walk through
don’t suit your needs, negotiate or
thermostat for the entire building? If
the property to see whether it
reconsider renting the apartment.
so, who controls it?
the landscaping healthy or dying?
5. Consider security. Does the
8. Take notes. Before you move
Nicely trimmed or growing wild?
building have controlled access? If
in, document the condition of your
Are any windows, steps or railings
so, are the exterior security gates
unit and make note of any non-
broken or dangerous? Do the access
and doors closed? Are the locks in
functioning doors or windows,
doors open easily and shut tightly?
working order? Does your individual
leaking plumbing, missing fixtures,
Walk through at night, too. Are the
unit have secure door locks and
stained carpets and so on. Ask your
parking areas and pathways well
window latches? Does the building
landlord to initial a copy of your
lit? What about the stairwells and
have a security service?
documentation to prevent disputes
appears to be well maintained. Is
when you eventually move out.
hallways?
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6. Ask about shared facilities.
Better yet, take pictures or make a
3. Talk to the neighbours. If
Does the building have a swimming
video of the premises before you
you’re serious about a particular
pool? A recreation or fitness room?
bring in any of your furniture or
apartment, knock on a few doors
Tennis courts? Laundry facilities?
belongings.
and ask your potential neighbours
Who is allowed to use those
whether they’re satisfied with the
facilities and during what hours?
building’s amenities, management’s
Is there an extra fee charged for
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QUALITY OF LIFE TOPS THE LIST CRBP works to attract tenants By Ted Whitehead
The Federation of RentalHousing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) created the Certified Rental Building Program (CRBP) to help rental accommodation shoppers find professionally-run buildings that nurture a high quality of life for residents. The CRBP also works for the benefit of owners and property managers, as certified buildings offer peace-of-mind that attracts tenants. People who rent may not own their apartments, but the building is their home, and they appreciate the quality assurance that comes along with the program. Landlords and owners who register buildings with the CRBP seal of approval that all those involved with the operating of the building will uphold certain standards that protect the safety, privacy and comfort of tenants. Those who choose an apartment that passes the CRBP qualifications know that the property managers and/or owners who took part went through intensive training in established Standards of Practice that improve building operation and customer service. These fall under several categories involving the daily operation of the building: Resident 36G
Management Practices, Human Resources Policies and Practices, Building Management and General Operations, Financial and Accounting. The CRBP program ensures that each successfully certified building practices over 36 established building management and customer service standards. These include a commitment to adhering to provincial fire and building codes, having mechanical systems such as heating and cooling equipment checked and maintained, and more. Renters also want to live in a building where management staff members respond to requests and concerns promptly. If problems arise and repairs on or the replacement of equipment will cause temporary disruptions in tenants’ lives, management should explain the reason. Another reassurance to tenants who select a CRBP building is that those industry professionals who complete the training successfully agree to adhere to human rights responsibilities to both tenants and employees. Those who are certified agree to conduct business according to a Member Code of Conduct. An example involves responding to tenant inquiries. Owners or property managers must respond to these within two business days, and tenant information must be stored in compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic
Documents Act, a Canadian law relating to data privacy. It is reassuring to know that this level of professionalism and respect is an integral part of qualifying for the program. Plus, certified buildings must undergo random-audit site inspections to help ensure requirements are being met on an ongoing basis. Building audits performed by the independent thirdparty performance measurement firm J.D. Power and Associates add another layer of accountability to the equation. Apartment dwellers want their building to be clean, safe, well kept and in good repair. When a tenant or prospective tenant sees the Certified Rental Building logo at a multi-residential apartment building in Ontario, they know they can count on it for quality assurance and peace of mind once they have selected their apartment home. In addition, the CRBP raises the level of professionalism across the industry. Through this program, FRPO has created a win-win situation for everyone involved. For more information on CRBP, visit www.crbprogram.org. Ted Whitehead is Director of Certification, Certified Rental Building Program, Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO).
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technology
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One of the most common questions we get is regarding how to transport electronics safely, especially big-screen TVs. During a move, whether it’s across town or across Canada, it is important to give these items special treatment so they arrive in one piece and in good working order. The best advice we have for accomplishing this goal requires some forethought: to keep the original boxes and foam spacers the electronic items came in. That is truly the safest method for moving them. Of course, people rarely keep these boxes, so at Two Men and a Truck - Canada, we have specialty boxes and crates designed
of the wiring connections on the backs of the TVs, cable boxes, DVD
specifically to move big-screen TVs safely.
players and the like. When it comes time to reassemble them, it will be
People who do their own packing and moving
much easier to reference how they were set up originally, saving time,
should be aware of how easy it is to damage
stress and frustration.
one of these units. Spending a few dollars extra to purchase or rent one of these special
The same goes for stereos and gaming systems. Many teenagers leave
boxes can make all the difference. They
their entire gaming systems hooked up until moving day. It’s up to
can accommodate any size TV, so there is a
them to disassemble their systems and hopefully place them into the
solution for every unit.
packing they arrived in. If not, the best thing to do is wrap consoles in anti-static bubble wrap and place them into appropriately sized boxes
Another thing to remember is that most
so they won’t move around during the trip. In fact, this is the best way
of these television sets are mounted on
to treat most electronics items. That includes computers – especially
wall brackets – and moving companies are
desktop units. We have specialty boxes designed specifically for them
reluctant to disassemble the wall mounts or
that can be bought separately. If you choose not to go that route, then
assemble them at the other end. Usually, if
surround the unit with anti-static bubble wrap, and again, place it into
something is going to go wrong, that’s when
an appropriate sized box.
it will happen – and again, people rarely keep the installation instructions for the brackets.
And one last handy tip: pack the associated hardware with your
It’s far too chaotic on moving day to be trying
electronics. When packing computers, place the mouse, keyboard,
to find any instruction manuals. The best plan
power cord, scanner, printer cables, etc. all into the same box. When
when preparing for your move is to take the
these cartons arrive at your new digs, you’ll be very glad you did!
TVs off the walls yourself, ahead of time, and have them ready to be packaged properly. Here’s a tip for anyone disassembling electronics for a move. Get your digital camera or phone camera and take photos
Dan Hopkins is chief operating officer, Two Men and a Truck Canada. For more information visit the website at twomenandatruck.ca
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renters’help
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Top10 RenteR Issues By Jane He rman
H
armonious living is all about treating others with respect and consideration. Start by making a concerted effort to avoid these ‘Top 10 Renter Issues.’ When you act with sensitivity to your neighbours, it’s amazing how others will respond. 1. Keep the noise down. Apartment walls are notoriously thin, and people have different sleeping schedules. Remember that many people work at night and might be sleeping when you are heading off to work! Take off those clicking high heels at the door and don a pair of slippers at home. Likewise, please refrain from vacuuming, power tools or hanging pictures at 10pm. Avoid exceedingly loud noise at all times, especially arguing, playing music or watching the television at high volume. (Consider getting a pair of headphones for your home entertainment.) If you’re having a large crowd over, advise your neighbours.
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renters’help 2. The elevator is for everyone. Upon entering the elevator, if you see another resident running down the hall, (or an elderly resident who may not be able to get there that fast) do the right thing and hold it for them. Likewise, don’t hold the elevator unnecessarily, like while you’re waiting for your spouse/roommate to put their coat on, lock the door, and walk all the way down the hall. You know how annoying it is to wait endlessly for the elevator – especially when you’re in a hurry. And if you have children, never let them play in the elevators (pushing all the buttons and then running out at their floor is not a game). 3. No Smoking. This should be obvious. If smoking is not allowed in your building or on the floor, don’t do it. 4. Consider the environment when cooking. This is one issue that can, unfortunately, be very invasive. What smells delicious and appetizing to some can be, absolutely unappealing and overpowering to others. When cooking – especially when it’s something aromatic – please open your window so that it doesn’t smell up the entire floor. This is especially important when you’ve burned something. There is nothing worse than emerging from the elevator and finding the hall filled with offensive smells. 5. Respect and maintain common areas as if they were an extension of your own home. They are, in fact, an extension of your own home. Encountering a pile of garbage in the trash room is particularly offensive. Always put yours down the chute. And remember to tidy up after yourself in the laundry room, whether it’s used dryer sheets, spills of detergent near the washer or just
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your used coffee cup or empty water bottle. After using the barbecue, pool area or party room, take out all trash and leave as you found it. 6. Ensure that your pet is a good neighbour too. To prevent accidents, walk your pet regularly, and stoop’n’scoop. Not is it only the right thing to do, it’s your obligation. Also, make sure your pet isn’t disruptive to neighbours by howling all day or barking all night. 7. Be a model citizen in the parking lot. Keep the music down. Drive slowly and carefully, anticipating seniors and children. Don’t stop or leave your car idling where it will be in the way of others. Stick to your own parking space and make sure guests only park in designated Visitor Parking spots. Even if you know your neighbour works during the day, stay out of their assigned spot. They may have to come home for a quick break and this is one major pet peeve that can drive a wedge between people. 8. Keep an eye on the time and on your laundry regularly. Don’t leave your stuff sitting in the washer or dryer after it has finished. It annoys other people who are waiting to use the machine. Invest in a drying rack and dry delicate items inside, not on your balcony. 9. Clothing is not optional! Remember to dress appropriately when taking out trash, recycling, picking up mail, doing laundry or getting something from your car. 10. Be aware of your neighbours but also respect their right to their privacy. Be cognizant of and promptly report any crimes or suspicious persons in the building. This is not just a matter of etiquette, but of communal safety. At the same
time, be aware of your neighbours, but also respect their right to their privacy. This means not making their business – like when they leave and enter the building or where they are going – your business. Creating the kind of community you want to live in means treating your neighbours with the simple respect and courtesy you wish to have reciprocated. As they say, “Begin and the rest is easy.” Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.
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quicktips
The impact of stuff by Hellen Buttigieg
EvErything around you has an impact on you
whether you realize it or not. When you create and develop your décor, you are trying to set the tone of the room – give it a certain look and feel. You take time to include pieces you like and enjoy, whether they are part of the design or part of the function of the room. But other pieces make their way into your space, even though they may not belong there or may be there for the wrong reasons. By organizing, de-cluttering and streamlining, you can make sure your environment has the right effect! Is clutter getting you down? Surrounding ourselves with items that mean something to us brings pleasure. And then there’s all the other stuff. Often when we feel down but can’t figure out why, it could be the clutter. Even if it’s stuffed in the back of the closet, the basement or the garage, you know it’s there. Every item holds a vibrational energy; if you’ve buried sad reminders of disappointments from your past, know that as long as you keep these emotionally toxic things in your space, they are still haunting you. Break free from the past and make space for new opportunities to come into your life. If it’s in storage and bringing you sorrow, now is a great time to let it go. Out with the old, in with the new! Eliminate your clutter hot spots We all have certain spots in our homes that have become magnets for clutter, usually because they provide a convenient, empty, flat surface to pile things on. Walk around your home to determine where the clutter hot spots are, then remove the clutter (toss it in a box or laundry basket for now) and put something beautiful in its place, like a vase or a sculpture. If it’s the dining room table, set it as if you were having a dinner party. This will deter you from using it as a drop zone. Walk around your home with the box you tossed everything into and deposit these items where they belong, either in the garbage or recycle box or stored elsewhere in your house. If they don’t have a proper home, create one. Detaching from sentimental attachment Things that have a story attached to them are often difficult to let go of because of the sentimental attachment. Keep in mind that the item is not the memory; it simply triggers the memory. It may be beneficial to take a picture of the item and put it in a scrapbook or photo album with a short note telling its 44G
story. That way, the memory is preserved without taking up as much space. Another option is to pass along the items to a family member who could put them to good use. Daily de-clutter habit. You brush your teeth every day. You shower every day. Why not de-clutter every day too? Make it a habit, just like the examples I gave, and it will become second-nature. Throughout the day, when you pull something out, take a moment to put it back when you are finished with it. At the end of the day, take a couple of minutes to do a “clean sweep” of your home and put away anything that is out of place. Keep a sticky note somewhere on your way to your bedroom to remind you for the first little while. After doing it for a month, you can take the note down because it will have become a habit – one that will serve you beautifully for the rest of your life. This simple practice can help you cut down on clutter without taking a lot of time and effort.
Hellen Buttigieg Hellen Buttigieg, CPO, is a Certified Professional Organizer, life coach, TV host, author and owner of We Organize U. Visit her website, WeOrganizeU.com, for a free e-Book on how to find more time, energy and inner peace. Contact Hellen at 905.829.2219 or info@WeOrganizeU.com
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Scrumpdillyicious
LesLie styLes, foodie & traveL aficionado, shares some deLicious dishes found on her traveLs around the worLd.
nigeLLa’s chocoLate cherry trifLe
directions
Slice the chocolate pound cake into thick pieces and spread generously with cherry jam, rather like making big jam sandwiches, and layer in the bottom of a large, wide trifle bowl, squishing the cake down. Then pour over the cherry brandy so that the cake soaks it up — trifle should be boozy! Top with all of the drained cherries, being sure to push some against the side of the bowl, because that’s what you’ll see when the trifle is served. Cover with cling wrap and leave to macerate while you make the custard.
Melt 4 ounces of chocolate in a saucepan, over medium-low. Once the chocolate is melted, set aside while you get on with the custard. In a saucepan warm the milk and cream. Whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and cocoa in a large bowl. Pour the warm milk and cream into the bowl whisking it into the yolks and sugar mixture. Stir in the melted chocolate, scraping the sides well with a rubber spatula to get all of it in, and pour the custard back into the rinsed saucepan.
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nspired by the same sinfully sensational ingredients as a Black Forest Gateau, namely several layers of chocolate Genoise, Kirsch-flavored Morello cherries, whipped cream and chocolate shavings, Nigella Lawson has created a recipe for Black Cherry Trifle that is both beautiful to look at and achingly delicious to eat. I made this glorious ‘pud’ for a recent dinner party, and was given a thumping endorsement by all. Nigella suggests cheating and buying some chocolate cake and then tweaking it to make it your own. “I’m all for making life easier, and what makes my life easier when I have a crowd coming for supper, is to buy something and then make it even better. Once liquor and fruits are added, no one will tell the difference!” This is truly heaven in a bowl.
Cook over a medium heat until the custard thickens, stirring all the time. Make sure it doesn’t boil, as it will split and curdle. The custard will get darker as it cooks and the flecks of chocolate will melt once the custard has thickened. And you do need this thick, so don’t panic so much that you stop cooking while it is still runny.
ingredients serves 16 › 2 chocolate pound cakes, about 12 oz each
› 1 1/3 cups heavy cream plus 1 tablespoon
› 1 cup black cherry jam
› 8 egg yolks
› 1 1/2 cup cherry brandy
› 1/2 cup sugar plus 1 tablespoon sugar
› 4 cups drained sour cherries
› 1/3 cup cocoa powder
Custard: › 4 oz bittersweet chocolate (at least 70 per cent cocoa), chopped
Topping: › 3 cups whipping cream
› 1 1/3 cups whole milk plus 1 tablespoon
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› 1 oz bittersweet chocolate grated
Leslie Styles is president of Styles Design Inc., a Toronto-based branding and communications agency, and author of Scrumpdillyicious, a food & travel blog dedicated to all things delicious. She can be reached at stylesdesign.net and scrumpdillyicious. blogspot.com
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Homestead
Exceeding your expectations!
T
he name says it all. Capturing the essence of the comforts of home and the fundamental needs of residents, Homestead has made it their business to create exceptional rental communities. They do this by providing wellkept properties in desirable neighbourhoods, while offering prompt and attentive customer service.
Building on close to 60 years in the rental industry, Homestead has desirable communities across Ottawa – and throughout southern Ontario – and continues to grow. With a passion for the residential rental industry, Homestead owns all of the buildings it manages, and is a well established developer of apartment communities. This allows Homestead to have control over the quality of the buildings, grounds and suites, and of the service given to all residents. Buildings are renovated and updated as needed, and technology and modernizations are constantly being introduced. Green initiatives are a constant consideration, utilizing elements like water retrofits, building automation and Energy Star appliances. All of these initiatives improve the lifestyle of residents and keep Homestead at the forefront of the rental industry. Delivering a premium rental experience, Homestead is able to offer an enormous variety of options to suit most any needs and lifestyles, from simple affordability to well-heeled luxury. Whether you’re looking for a quiet, suburban location on 48G
a tranquil side street with access to parks and greenspace or you need an über-urban location that puts you at the heart of it all, there’s a Homestead community in the ideal spot. From efficient bachelors and one bedrooms to sprawling three-bedroom suites and townhomes – and everything in between – Homestead has just the size and price range you’re looking for, to accommodate your family and your lifestyle. Amenities – which vary by community – add to the lifestyle, with options like indoor and outdoor pools, fitness facilities, squash and tennis courts and social rooms. Choose the location which best suits your needs. Living in a Homestead community will set the standard for your rental expectations. On-site management is available to assist residents 24 hours a day with any emergencies or concerns. Professional and attentive, they’re dedicated to creating and maintaining a high standard of comfort, cleanliness and security. Residents are accustomed to a top-notch rental experience and Homestead delivers. One of the features that has improved service is the ‘One Stop Media’ which has been installed in all rental properties. This high-tech feature keeps Homestead in touch with residents through LCD monitors in the high-traffic areas of the building, including the lobby and the laundry room. This enables Homestead to reach residents with news, information and relevant events. Weather updates, news and general entertainment content is also included. An environmentally responsible method of communications, it reduces the need for printing paper flyers to distribute community information. The informative website also includes news and updates – and makes the search for a new apartment simple and efficient. Each Homestead property is listed, including an overview of the building, its amenities and suites. Pictures, videos and floorplans make it easy to find the perfect fit. Homestead’s incredible portfolio of communities makes it easy to find the perfect place to live, and with extensive community information on the website, homestead.ca, it’s easier than ever to find the perfect place to call home. Just think, by next holiday you could be celebrating with Homestead!
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Includes heat and water Central Air Conditioning Hardwood Floors Easy access to Downtown Shopping Laundry on Site
3 Appliances Washer & Dryer Hookups Ensuite Storage Indoor Pools/Saunas/Exercise, Game & Party Rooms Close to Shopping, O.C. Transpo
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Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10-4
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10-4
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10- 4
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Payment Plans Available!
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William Mosgrove Towers
CARLING AVE & RICHMOND LINCOLN FIELDS ROAD
Richmond Park Square
The Arlington
RICHMOND ROAD
BANNER & GREENBANK
1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms
1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 2 & 3 Bedroom Maisonettes
Bachelors 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms
1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms
Freshly decorated Parquet floors Indoor pool Includes heat and water Close to shopping & public transportation Parking available
Freshly Decorated 3 Appliances Sauna/Billiards Room/ Squash & Tennis Children’s Playground Close to Buses & Shopping
Freshly Decorated Suites Utilities Included Central Air & Hardwood Pool, Sauna, Hot Tub & More Indoor/Outdoor Parking
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Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10- 4
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10-4
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10-4
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10- 4
613-729-7711
613-729-7711
613-729-7711
613-729-7711
Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized
Payment Plans Available!
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Riviera Gate
Windfields I, II & III
Lord Richmond
Greenview
FISHER & BASELINE AVE
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NAVAHO DR & PINECREST BASELINE RD ROAD
Bachelors 1 Bedrooms
Bachelors 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms
Bachelors 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms
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West Ottawa Freshly Decorated Utilities Included Indoor Pool Close to OC Transpo & Richmond Rd. Carlin Shopping g Av e. Close to Ottawa River Parkway
Utilities included Laundry facilities On-site Staff Outdoor parking Parquet floors
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1300 & 1310 Pinecrest Rd.
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Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10-4
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30-7; Fri 8:30-4:30; Sat-Sun 10-4
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