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TORONTO

2 GREAT DOWNTOWN LOCATIONS! 40 Gerrard St. E. Yonge & Gerrard

88 Bloor St. E. Yonge & Bloor

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Located over the subway, no need to go outside!

RENOVATED SUITES Across the street from Ryerson!

• Air conditioned • Heated indoor pool & sauna • On-site convenience store • Laundry facilities • Security • Underground parking • Easy access to TTC & Subway • Minutes to the Eaton Centre, Dominion, theatres & restaurants • Utilities included

RYERSON TTC

TTC

Park Rd.

Yonge St.

Bay St.

Gerrard St. E.

Bay St.

Church St.

Carlton St. Yonge St.

TTC

• Direct access to food court and shops including The Bay, Shoppers, LCBO, Longos, Goodlife, Dollarama and many more!

• Quick access to DVP, Bloor and Yorkville Shopping, restaurants, theatres • Quick and easy commute to U of T and Ryerson • Rent includes all utilities and Air Conditioning! • Laundry on-site, underground parking available, 24 hour security

Bloor St. E. Charles St. E.

Dundas St. E.

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Bachelors from

$1249

$1350

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TORONTO

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LEAP INTO ONE OF OUR NEWLY RENOVATED SUITES Spacious and newly renovated apartments with breathtaking views of Lake Ontario, Toronto Islands, Billy Bishop airport and the Toronto skyline define The Quay - the only waterfront rental apartment building in Toronto. All one, two and three-bedroom suites come with individually controlled air conditioning and heating with impeccable upgrades available. The open-concept kitchens are equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and updated cabinetry. Parking is available for all residents and selected apartments feature an ensuite laundry.

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Facilities include: Fitness centre, billiards room, business centre, lounge, conference room, theatre room, stunning rooftop gardens with BBQs and 24 hour concierge.

Suites include: Large picturesque windows, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, roller shade blinds, resilient plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, mirrored closet doors and bright, open concept kitchens.

On-site: Shoppers Drug Mart, YYoga, nail salon, convenience store, animal hospital and Beer Store.

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TORONTO

Lansdowne & Dupont MON.-FRI. 8 AM - 5 PM SAT. 10

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• Safe, secure building • Utilities included

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• Underground parking

• Freshly decorated suites

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• New kitchens, floors & tiles

• Fridge and stove

• Walking distance to TTC, Subway, Shopping, Schools etc...

• 24 hr. security

• Surveillance cameras on each floor

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JAN 20 - FEB 3, 2018 | VOLUME 26 ISSUE 02

CONTENTS

VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

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

Jennifer Reynolds DIRECTOR, MULTIMEDIA SOLUTIONS

Nora Wallace MANAGING EDITOR

Wayne Karl SENIOR EDITOR

Marlene Eisner ART DIRECTOR

Megan Pike CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sonia Bell, Sara Duck CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Hellen Buttigieg, Wayne Karl, Elisa Krovblit Keay, Jackie Marchildon MEDIA CONSULTANT

Daniela Francia daniela.francia@nexthome.ca

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SALES CO-ORDINATOR/ MEDIA CONSULTANT

Gary Chilvers SENIOR MANAGER, DISTRIBUTION

Dwayne Rutherford NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins MANAGER OF PRODUCTION

ON THE COVER

JAZZ

GREAT RENTAL LIVING

Anthony Majetic GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Swinder Jodhka Mike Terentiev

IN EVERY ISSUE

ADVICE

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8 Editor's Note

22 Quick Tips

ADVERTISING Call 416.626.4200 for advertising

16 Index 32 What's Online 39 Movers, Services & Classifieds INSPIRATION

20 Design File The future is now with these cool home tech products

The perfect spot for all of your things

34 Events Winterlicious: Get more bang for your buck at these restos

36 Moving A moving horror story: a cautionary tale

37 The Rentalist Rental Living? There's an app for that

30 Entertainment File Hostess hacks

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE:

YONGE & EGLINTON

rates and information.

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COPYRIGHT 2018 All rights reserved by Yellow

Pages Homes Limited. Reproduction in any form is prohibited. Contents of this publication are covered by copyright and offenders will be prosecuted under the law.

TERMS Advertisers, editorial content and Renters Guide are not responsible for typographical errors, mistakes or misprints.

All prices are correct as of press time and are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E. EDITORIAL Submissions from interested parties will be considered. Email to marlene.eisner@nexthome.ca.

DISCLAIMER The views and data expressed by

columnists do not necessarily represent those of the publication.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

AVERAGE RENT IS NOT A GOOD BUDGET INDICATOR There is a lot of discussion about the average rent in a city.

Organizations like the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

(CMHC) collect data on rent, and this number is often cited in the news. But don’t expect to set your own rental budget by that average.

Rent varies between provinces and cities — but there’s also significant variation within a city and within neighbourhoods.

Safer, trendier and more upscale areas are going to demand higher rents, while less expensive options will be available at the other end of the spectrum. It’s supply and demand that dictates pricing, and these days, the current supply is not meeting the demand.

Average rent also doesn’t take into account elements like onsite amenities or parking, nor does it address the difference between all-inclusive rentals versus ones where all of the utilities, parking and laundry are extra.

When you’re ready to move, start looking in a neighbourhood in which you’d like to live and see what the average rents are. If you wish to search solely based on price, investigate all the details to ensure you know what to expect.

There are still deals to be had, but often they are under market value for a reason.

If this is the time for you to make a move, we hope this issue of Renters Guide can help. Or check us out online at NextHome.ca, and get ready to rent your new home!

MARLENE EISNER SENIOR EDITOR NextHome EMAIL: marlene.eisner@nexthome.ca

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DUNDAS SHERBOURNE FURNISHED BACHELORS

• Furnished Bachelors • 7 minute walk to Eaton Centre • 5 minute walk to Ryerson & George Brown College • Window coverings • Security • Parking available • Heat, hydro & water included • On-site laundry room

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$ FROM

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TORONTO

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DOWNTOWN SHORT TERM 8 MONTH LEASE AVAILABLE. CALL FOR DETAILS!

416-961-1353 28O Dundas Street East

WALMERPLACE 7 Walmer Rd.

1249

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1 Bedroom from

1397

$

2 Bedroom from

1899

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UTILITIES INCLUDED

Bloor St. W. Harbord St.

TTC

St. George St.

Bachelors from

Spadina Ave.

Freshly decorated Bike storage Balconies Close to public transportation Fitness Centre On-site laundry facilities On-site management Underground parking Walk to U of T, shopping, entertainment, restaurants, schools, daycare centre

Bathurst St.

• • • • • • • • •

Walmer Rd.

Beside Spadina Subway Station

CALL FOR VIEWING:

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PROPERTY PROFILE

+ LOCATION Garden District PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Concert Properties APARTMENT Jazz HOME TYPE Apartments

LEASING OFFICE 167 Church Street CONTACT 416.366.5299 RentWithConcert.com

CONCERT PROPERTIES EXCITING OPTIONS FOR DOWNTOWN LIVING Urban to the core, Jazz is impossible to resist. Managed by Concert Properties, it’s a heritageinspired rental building in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Jazz starts with location: Church and Shuter. With neighbours like the Eaton Centre, Massey Hall, Ryerson, The Elgin and The Winter Garden Theatre, you’re in good company. Both the Dundas and the Queen subway stations are mere blocks away, as is St. Michael’s Hospital, city hall, George Brown College and the St. Lawrence Market. This is as downtown as it gets – everything at your front door, day and night.

The striking 28-storey highrise is modern, with a heritage façade preserved on the first five floors.

Interiors are incredible. Suites have open-concepts, with architectural features like breakfast bars and kitchen peninsulas adding ultrafunctionality.

Jazz offers some exceptional, fully renovated suites. These include upgraded features and 10

fixtures, from stone countertops and stainless steel appliances to upgraded kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, plank engineered flooring and stylish lighting.

Suites are designed for your lifestyle, your personal style and your wardrobe, with plenty of storage and a smartly concealed in-suite stacked washer and dryer.

Your home is the destination and an ideal setting for entertaining.

Balconies and terraces allow you to show off the view – or just enjoy it on your own.

Jazz offers more to urban living. Residents will enjoy a fitness centre, private screening room with theatre seating, library, business centre, meeting room, billiards room and a stylish and fully equipped party room with open-air barbecue terrace.

Environmental consideration has also been invested in Jazz.

From top-notch construction to comprehensive recycling stations, Energy Star appliances and waterconserving plumbing fixtures,

Jazz is an environmentally responsible environment.

Jazz has ZipCars on site and residents receive a discounted membership. Environmentally responsible and great customer service, you really don’t need a car living downtown, but when you do, it’s here.

What makes this building truly incredible is Concert’s dedication to quality and customer service.

Residents have Concert On-Call at the ready – customer service and assistance available 24/7.

Concert is known for hands-on professional management and resident support, ensuring an exceptional rental experience.

The building is also part of the Certified Rental Building Program.

For more info visit RentWithConcert.com. The rental office at 167 Church Street is open Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 416.366.5299 to book an appointment or find out more.

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NEW RENTAL LIVING NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD 1 BEDROOM • 2 BEDROOM • 3 BEDROOM

NOW RENTING FOR JANUARY 2018 OCCUPANCY VISIT OUR RENTAL OFFICE AT 561 SHERBOURNE ST. HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY 11 AM-7 PM FRIDAY 8:30 AM-4 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10 AM-4 PM

RENT561.CA | 647-799-6632

All renderings are artist’s concept.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

YONGE & EGLINTON MIDTOWN’S WHERE IT’S AT

ELISA KROVBLIT KEAY The heart of mid-town, Yonge and Eglinton is a vibrant community with a financial centre, nightlife, businesses, entertainment, parks, dining and upscale shopping.

It’s a great neighbourhood for strolling, as well as a perfect place to live, especially if you require public transit.

It’s a great neighbourhood for those who love to get out and enjoy plenty of community resources and amenities. From parks and sports to socializing and group activities, there really is something for everyone – at any time of day.

It’s a busy pace in the hub – right at Yonge and Eglinton – but the side streets are quiet and tranquil, with large, old trees and well-kept homes boasting well manicured lawns. It’s a cool part of town, definitely attracting active and outdoorsy residents.

Occasionally referred to as

Yonge and Eligible, there is a notable community of young single professionals out to enjoy the lifestyle here. There are also a lot of older, active adults on the move, with a lot of upscale and posh residences.

While there are still some deals and budget dining, the area is known for its upscale shopping and five-star restos.

Yonge and Eglinton is right on the Yonge subway line and the station is a really busy one. The area is well served by public transit for those who don’t have a car.

Mount Pleasant and Avenue Road are also great access routes to the city when Yonge Street is too busy.

The neighbourhood has a large shopping centre and business complex. The library as well as several schools — public and private — are in the area, including the prestigious Havergal College for girls and Upper Canada College for boys. Eglinton Park is massive, with everything from tennis and baseball diamonds to a playground and winter ice skating.

AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME

FAST FACTS

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$87,220

+MORE PHOTOS AND STATS ONLINE: nexthome.ca/yonge-eglinton

ON TAP

OWN VS. RENT

75%

FAMILY STRUCTURE

FAMILIES

COUPLES

SINGLES

14%

29%

57%

25% 24% 24%

RENTERS

25% OWNERS

CORONA

HEINEKEN

ALEXANDER KEITH’S

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ETOBICOKE Alderwood Centennial Park Eatonville The Elms Kingsview Village The Kingsway

Long Branch Mimico Rexdale Richview Thorncrest Village Willowridge

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MISSISSAUGA Applewood Cooksville Creditview Erindale Erin Mills Fairview

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BRAMPTON Bramalea Castlemore Castlemore Crossing Churchville Claireville Downtown

Heart Lake Highlands Mount Pleasant Peel Village Snelgrove Springdale

Midtown Nottingham Riverside Southwood Pickering Beach Westney Heights

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Hurontario City Centre Meadowvale Malton Port Credit Streetsville

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AJAX Applecroft Audley Clover Range Downtown Lakeside Meadow Ridge

East Danforth Broadview North Bermondsey Governor’s Bridge O’Connor-Parkview

WHITBY Ashburn Brooklin Downtown

Lynde Creek Myrtle Station Port Whitby

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HOW TO ADVERTISE PLACE YOUR DISPLAY AD DANIELA FRANCIA

GARY CHILVERS

ANNE-MARIE BREEN

MEDIA CONSULTANT 416.626.4268 daniela.francia@nexthome.ca

SALES COORDINATOR 416.626.4890 gary.chilvers@nexthome.ca

NATIONAL SALES MANAGER, RENTAL 416.626.4266 anne-marie.breen@nexthome.ca

+ TO PLACE YOUR SERVICE OR CLASSIFIED AD, PLEASE CALL 416.784.3311 EXT 1 Call 416-784-3311 and charge your ad to your credit card. An experienced Renters Guide Advertising Consultant will assist you. Office hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am -5:00pm JAN 20 - FEB 3, 2018 13

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Islington & Dixon - 263 & 265 Dixon Rd.

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Islington & Hwy 401 - 12 & 14 Auburndale Court

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KIpling & Lake Shore - 95 Twenty Fifth Street

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ADVERTISERS 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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$1327 2 Bedrooms from $1507 3 Bedrooms from $1629 1 Bedrooms from

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H & R Property Management Ltd.

Etobicoke Eglinton & Scarlett 1A & 1B Richview Rd. 647.694.2905 25 & 39 Richview Rd. 647.694.2905 • LOCATION • PARKS • Fully renovated fitness facility • Spacious units with beautiful views of the Humber Valley • On-site convenience store, hair salon, indoor pool • New fitness room • Playground • Minutes to excellent schools and parks!

• Convenient rental payment options via Pre-Authorized Payments or Online Banking

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INSPIRATION | DESIGN FILE

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10 home tech options that would make the Jetsons jealous!

by SARA DUCK

Google Home. $180. Walmart.ca A voice-activated speaker powered by Google. Ask it realtime questions such as the latest weather, traffic and more. Play music and podcasts, set alarms, timers and sync compatible home products like your thermostat and TV. 2|

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360 Eye robot vacuum by Dyson. $1,300. dysoncanada.ca Boasting twice the suction of any robot vacuum on the market, this all-seeing dirt cleaning machine uses infrared sensors to map out where it is going and avoids obstacles. With the Dyson Link app, you can control the robot, assign a task and monitor its progress.

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WEMO Mini smart plug. $50. Bestbuy.ca Plug any device into the WEMO Mini and you can turn it on and off from across the room or across the world.

From lamps and heaters to appliances, this smart plug will bring you convenience and peace of mind.

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4 | Sonos Play:5 wireless speaker system. $649. Sonos.com Touted as the ultimate in listening experience. This wireless speaker streams your favourite music, movies and TV (via WiFi) easily and can move from room to room seamlessly.

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5 | Tea maker by Breville. $240. Amazon.ca Fully automated and programmable for all kinds of tea, water temperatures and steep times, this tea maker will brew the perfect cuppa every time.

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Smart lock home kit in dark grey by August. $350. Amazon.ca Never have that feeling that you forgot to lock your door after you leave the house with this smart lock.

Your phone acts as a smart key, where you can lock and unlock your door from anywhere. There is also an activity log, so you know who is coming and going at all times.

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Bedbathandbeyond.ca Keep your home air clean and safe with this Energy-Star certified air purifier for rooms up to 400 sq.ft.

With a sleek look and great features including control through the Winix Smart App — it will easily blend into any room in the house.

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8 | Nest Protect. From $119. Nest.com Protecting your home from fire and carbon monoxide is a serious matter and Nest Protect promises to help.

Not only does it check its batteries and sensors over 400 times a day, it speaks and sends alerts to your phone if there is a problem. Bonus, you can also hush the alarm from your phone.

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9 | Ecobee 4 smart thermostat. $329. Ecobee.com This smart thermostat can manage hot and cold spots in your favourite rooms, find you the right recipe and latest news via its built-in Amazon Alexa Voice Service and is hardwired, which means it’s built to last.

Curved 4K ultra HD smart LED 65-in TV (un65mu6500) by Samsung. $2,850.

Amazon.ca This TV has four times more pixels, which means you are getting four times the resolution for a vibrant, pure colour experience. Not only does the curved screen look esthetically cool, it adds a dimension of depth from the front and centre of the screen as well.

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ADVICE | QUICK TIPS

FIND THE PERFECT SPOT FOR

ALL YOUR THINGS WHAT DID I DO WITH THAT

WHERE ARE MY KEYS? Choose a

MANUAL? Have you added

“home” for your keys and get into the habit of always keeping them in that spot. Hang them on the same hook or toss them in a bowl. Leave a copy with a trusted neighbour.

Finding the right spot for everything that comes into your home means you won’t have trouble finding anything again.

new electronics to your home recently? Staple the receipt and warranty to the instruction manual and tape it to the bottom of the item. For portable items like cell phones and MP3 players, store the manuals in an accordion file by category.

LOST AND FOUND Designate a

CORRAL BATHROOM CONFUSION

basket or drawer as a “lost and found” area. When tidying up, deposit any stray items like bobby pins, sunglasses, earrings, etc. It’ll soon become the first place you look for missing objects.

Give each family member his or her own easy-to-carry plastic basket to keep toiletries in. These can be stored in the bathroom cupboard, on a shelf or returned to their bedroom after each use.

HELLEN BUTTIGIEG

Hellen Buttigieg, is a Certified Professional Organizer, life coach, TV Host and owner of We Organize U. To contact Hellen or for information on hiring a We Organize U organizing specialist, call 905-829-2219 or e-mail info@WeOrganizeU.com.

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• Some units with updated or fully renovated kitchens & bathrooms • Ceramic in kitchen • Newly renovated laundry rooms with new machines smart card operated • Indoor/outdoor parking available • Underground parking $80/mth per vehicle • Outdoor parking $60/mth

Text for info: GAMBLE85 to 57000 1 Bedrooms

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SARANAC PARK

NORTH YORK

A P A R T M E N T S 6 Drexel Rd. 26-34 Saranac Blvd.

BATHURST/LAWRENCE 1&2 BEDROOMS FROM

Wake up to your NextHome!

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Whether you’re renting or buying, finding your next home has never been so easy.

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NORTH YORK

Country Club Towers Weston Road and Hwy. 401 FROM

• Superbly maintained 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom suites • Overlooking the Humber River, Golf Course and parkland • TTC at your door and GO transit just a 5 minute walk away • Spacious balconies

• Laundry facilities • Swimming pool • 24 hour video surveillance system • Easy access to Hwys 401/400/409 and 427 • Utilities not included

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H & R Property Management Ltd.

North York Don Mills & Eglinton 55 Wynford Heights Cres.

647.503.2375 65 Wynford Heights Cres.

647.493.0340

• Brand new fitness facility with all new equipment • New games room • Indoor pool* • Air conditioning* • Exceptional customer service • Oversized suites with spectacular city & ravine views • Easy access to DVP and 401 • Close to the Science Centre and IMAX theatre • Convenient rental payment options via Pre-Authorized Payments or Online Banking

ONE, TWO & THREE BDRM SUITES STARTING FROM

Etobicoke The West Mall & Rathburn 70 Dixfield Drive 416.626.3442

• Elevators • On-site Customer Service • On-site Superintendent • Outdoor Swimming Pool • Rental Lockers • Scenic park-like setting • TTC right at the door • Beautiful park views • Close to Centennial Park • Etobicoke Olympium • Sherway Gardens Shopping Centre.

• Our spacious suites have fabulous views.

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live the life

H & R Property Management Ltd.

Mississauga Hwy 10/Queensway 2247 Hurontario St. 647.556.2331

Etobicoke Martin Grove & Eglinton 10 & 22 Willowridge Rd. 647.557.5875

• Minutes to Square One Shopping Centre, YMCA, Public Library and movie theatres • On-site tuck-shop and children’s playground • Convenient rental payment options via Pre-Authorized Payments or Online Banking

• Easy access to 410, 427, and 409 • Schools and parks nearby • In-suite storage • Close to Humber College • Convenient rental payment options via Pre-Authorized Payments, Debit or Online Banking

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2 bedroom apartments

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INSPIRATION | ENTERTAINMENT FILE Janette Ewen the ultimate hostess

hostess

HACKS

by SARA DUCK

SO, YOU BARELY SURVIVED THE BUSY ENTERTAINING SEASON. We get it! We asked the ultimate hostess, designer and lifestyle

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expert, Janette Ewen, for tips on making next year’s festivities seamless. No stranger to throwing great parties, Janette hosted two this past season; a traditional soirée for her family here in Toronto and a vintage-themed fête in

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Palm Springs, Calif. for friends. “I even rented a mid-century modern home to set the tone for my retro-themed party in Palm Springs,” Ewen says. Now, that is someone who is serious about throwing a great party! Get inspired by

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ALWAYS START WITH A THEME. Pick a fun theme that everyone will enjoy (I chose a 1950s-inspired holiday party this year).

A strong theme helps shape the decor, cocktail menu, food, invites, gifts, music, dress and even the scent of your home.

For 2018, the top holiday themes all have a glamorous twist: Think gold, silver and plenty of sparkle.

LET EVERYONE HELP. Entertaining shouldn’t be laborious for the host. Instead, use your friends as resources. Do you have a friend who can mix a mean cocktail? A friend who likes to play DJ? Tap into your friends’ talents for a stress-free night of fun.

Assign one small task to each friend.

You will free yourself up for your most important role — as host!

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DECOR GOALS. There are many ways to have fun with your tabletop decor, but most important is a low centrepiece. You don’t want your guests dodging their heads around a large item to have a conversation.

Think about using a floral garland or a macramé table runner with a grouping of low candles.

STAGE YOUR SPACE. If you are having a cocktail party, make sure you leave clear pathways to key areas of the kitchen, bar area and washroom. I like to edit my furniture and remove any trip hazards like low stools or tables.

Create seating clusters (three-four seats and one-two cocktail tables) in areas that are low traffic. These will invite conversation and give a party a relaxed vibe.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT. I love to prepare unique appetizers, and President’s Choice has a huge selection. These can be real conversation starters and are easy to prepare. Another big trend is anything retro (recipes from the 1950s and ‘60s). Consider picking up a vintage cookbook and making a few recipes from a different era.

I also love saving a little money on food during the holidays. I use my PC Financial World Elite MasterCard to maximize my holiday spending and redeem my PC points on groceries and other hosting requirements to offset the costs.

Essentially, I’m getting more for less every time I use my card. Visit pcfinancial.ca

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ANTIPASTO MISTO SNACK BOARD

Antipasto Misto Snack Board

A cheese and charcuterie board is one of the easiest ways to feed your guests – the key is to offer a variety of flavours, textures and colours. PC Splendido Antipasto Misto gives you three types of cured meats for this board – prosciutto, Coppa di Parma and mild Genoa salami – so you can cover all your bases with just one package.

Feel free to add sliced pears and grapes to the board for an extra pop of colour. For more inspiring recipes, visit presidentschoice.ca Makes: 10 servings • Prep time: 5 minutes Ready in: 5 minutes • Difficulty Level: Easy

INGREDIENTS 1 pkg (200 g) PC Cocktail Bocconcini Soft Fresh Cheese, drained 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh basil

DIRECTIONS

1 tbsp (15 mL) PC New World EVOO Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1. Stir together bocconcini, basil, oil, peperoncini and salt in large bowl. Transfer to serving bowl.

Place on large serving board.

2. Halve prosciutto from Antipasto Misto crosswise. Arrange prosciutto and remaining contents of Antipasto Misto package on same board.

3. Arrange brie cheese, blue cheese, crackers, gherkins, red peppers and olives on same board. Smear mustard directly onto board, or transfer to small serving dish and place on board. * Chef’s Tip: For the best flavour, bring the brie cheese and blue cheese to room temperature before serving – just be sure to keep the meats chilled until you’re ready to serve.

1 tbsp (15 mL) drained PC Black Label Peperoncini Piccanti Chopped Hot Chili Peppers In Oil 1 pkg (100 g) PC Splendido Antipasto Misto Half pkg (200 g pkg) PC Double Cream Brie Soft Ripened Cheese Half pkg (125 g pkg) PC Blue Cheese Half pkg (142 g pkg) PC Roasted Onion, Garlic & Herb Pita Crackers 12 gherkins ¾ cup (175 mL) drained PC Whole Sweet Red Peppers (about 6 pieces), halved 2/3 cup (150 mL) marinated olives 3 tbsp (45 mL) PC Whole Grain Dijon Prepared Mustard

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Features: Range and refrigerator Dishwasher Wood-burning fireplace Air conditioning Carpeting / Laminate floor Window coverings Indoor and outdoor storage rooms Balcony or patio Convenient laundry facilities Intercom security system On-site management

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EVENTS

BEST DEALS FOR

WINTERLICIOUS 2018

by JENNIFER D’AGOSTINO

Luckee (lunch: $28, dinner: $43) Susur Lee’s Luckee has perfected refined Chinese cuisine, offering dumplings and traditional eats.

The prix-fixe menu will include fan favourites and Susur Lee’s unique take on classic Asian cuisine.

Wildfire Steakhouse (lunch: $28, dinner: $43)

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Michael’s on Simcoe (dinner: $53)

Vaticano (lunch: $33, dinner: $53)

Winterlicious is the perfect time to check out Michael’s on Simcoe.

The fine dining experience is more accessible to frugal foodies during the prix-fixe event. The menu features dry-aged steaks and decadent desserts.

Quinn’s Steakhouse (lunch: $23, dinner: $33)

Located in Yorkville, Vaticano has some of the best Italian cuisine in the city. Winterlicious provides an excellent opportunity for checking out this elegant restaurant on the cheap. They’re serving up signature Italian cuisine again this season—and what’s better than amazing Italian food for a low price?

Located in the heart of the downtown core, Quinn’s Steakhouse is the ultimate spot to check out if you’re stretching your budget. Dine on a signature surf and turf menu accompanied by one of the 200 whiskies behind the bar (alcohol is not included in the Winterlicious promotion).

Miku (lunch: $33, dinner: $53) An import from the West coast, Miku is known for its fresh, premium sushi and Japanese food. You can expect authentic Japanese cuisine and some unique sushi offerings at this year’s Winterlicious.

Tutti Matti (dinner: $43) Offering Tuscan cuisine at its finest, Tutti Matti is one of the best deals on the long list of Winterlicious participants. Tutti Matti has perfected handmade pasta and Italian antipasti, all at an amazing price for Winterlicious – you won’t want to miss out!

Loka (dinner: $43) The dining experience at Loka is a unique one; they use only seasonal ingredients from small producers, so the menu is always changing.

The Winterlicious menu is a fantastic representation of what’s on offer year round.

From YP.ca. For more tips and city guides, visit yp.ca/tips

PHOTO OF MIKU BY JENNIFER D’AGOSTINO

Every year, Winterlicious makes Toronto’s best restaurants more affordable! Here are the restaurants that will get you the most bang for your buck during Winterlicious 2018.

There are two reasons to include Wildfire on your Winterlicious hit list: superb service and the quality selection of steak. These two reasons, combined with the budget friendly prix-fixe menu, make visiting Wildfire Steakhouse a must this year!

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ADVICE | MOVING

HOW TO AVOID YOUR OWN MOVING HORROR STORY

WAYNE KARL

Next time you move, you will likely need a mover. People often don’t consider a mover beyond simply finding someone available and then booking the move. However, given the critical role movers perform – taking possession, at least temporarily, of all your worldly goods and moving them without loss or damage – it’s a function not to be taken for granted. Not doing your due diligence and taking the time to select a reputable mover can invite untold problems.

Case in point: the following example is all too common. So is the lesson learned – unfortunately, the hard way.

I contracted a “professional” moving company to carry out a last-minute move of five pieces of furniture on behalf of my son, a university student. For a variety of reasons, we decided to hire movers rather than rent a truck.

After calling several firms – including large, well-known companies and smaller, independent ones, we confirmed the place of pick-up, and drop-off.

We agreed on a price ($350) and time (9 a.m.) – and I had been very clear the move would involve an out-of-town destination. All the details were confirmed in a “contract” exchanged via email.

The crew was on time for the move the next morning, but almost immediately began talking about a higher rate – $360. Not a huge 36

difference, but it immediately raised my suspicions.

I’ll spare you all the gory details, but it’s important to share the lowlights of what happened next: » The company I originally contracted the job to the night before was inexplicably unavailable to actually do the move the next morning, and apparently passed it off to another firm. » My original contact, who was easily available on cell phone repeatedly the night before, was suddenly nowhere to be found. » Once the truck was loaded, the fee increased to $450. » Upon arrival at our destination, the movers said the fee was now $500. “It’s taking longer than we thought, and the furniture is heavier,” they said. » “Sure,” I replied, “right after I call the police.”

With that, the sordid tale ended.

The job was not completed and left for us to move the furniture indoors, now the victims of one of the top 10 scams monitored by the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

“I could write a thesis on this,” John Levi, president of the Canadian Association of Movers (CAM) told me.

CAM offers consumers the following tips on how to avoid being scammed by unscrupulous movers: » Find reputable movers through the CAM, BBB or provincial government consumer protection agencies » Ask three movers for estimates

in writing » Get the terms and conditions in writing » Ensure your goods will be protected for loss or damage » Read customer reviews on movers’ websites and other forums “Consumers have recourse with their provincial government’s consumer affairs department and with the BBB,” says Levi. “Both of these avenues are fraught with difficulties and often take many months to come to some form of resolution – satisfactory or otherwise. And often, the mover simply out-waits the consumer.

“It’s far simpler and more effective to engage a reputable mover in advance rather than trying to fix a bad situation after-the-fact.”

My example, though painful and infuriating, is minor compared to other common horror stories involving similarly unsuspecting clients.

Make sure you take the proper steps – and the time – to protect yourself.

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at wayne.karl@nexthome.ca or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/ WayneKarl

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ADVICE | THE RENTALIST

RENTAL LIVING? THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!

JACKIE MARCHILDON These days it seems like there is an app for everything — renting apps are no exception. Renting generally offers a pretty convenient and carefree lifestyle, but there are still a few stresses that come along with it. These apps provide everything from moving tips to security to neighbourhood deals.

SORTLY

Sortly is a helpful app when it comes to moving, organizing and managing inventory. It’s the ultimate organizer app — you snap pictures of your items and then categorize them so that they are easy to find when you arrive at your next destination. You can use their moving checklist, labels, notes and take photos so that you don’t have to dig through boxes. You can record your valuables for insurance purposes and overall keep track of your stuff. iHANDY CARPENTER

I feel like I’m always missing a level when I move into a new space. It’s one of those things you never think to buy because you don’t really need it… until you really do. If you’re trying to level off a shelf or framed photo in your new unit, the iHandy level is easy to use and convenient.

LIVINGSOCIAL

When you move, you don’t just settle into your new space, but also into your new neighbourhood.

There are plenty of sites and apps that can help you get to know

your surroundings (check out your neighbourhood’s profile on nexthome.ca), but LivingSocial will send you deals specifically for places nearby. The app sends users daily neighbourhood deals for restaurants, gyms, events and more. iSENTRY

Often as renters, we’re not looking to buy elaborate home security systems, but it would still be nice to sometimes have a little extra peace of mind. iSentry sets up your computer’s webcam as a home security system. If the app detects motion in your unit, it will send a notification to your phone and allow you to watch a live video from your webcam.

BRIGHTNEST

BrightNest provides information on cleaning, finances, handy work and more. It’s perfect if you want to schedule your cleaning or maintenance tasks — it’ll send you reminders and tips to make everything as easy and as efficient as possible. I imagine it would be a great app to use between

roommates when trying to establish a fair cleaning routine.

LETGO

Storage is always the bane of rental living. Some apartments contain a decent amount of storage, but let’s face it, most of us have more stuff than we know what to do with, even when we get creative with storage solutions. We just don’t have basements, attics and garages to indulge our inner pack rat! Letgo makes it easy to get rid of the stuff you no longer need – and make a few dollars in the process. It brings all of the online buying and selling into one streamlined marketplace.

So cash in, clear out and make room in your apartment.

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

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