Kitchener Renters Guide - 13 Apr., 2013

April 13 - 27, 2013 Volume 21 Issue 08

Guelph-Kitchener-London-Windsor

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MAKE MOVING comfortable for seniors

Go Green in your apartment

KING ST. NORTH & UNIVERSITY AVE., WATERLOO

300 Regina St. Moments away from downtown these stunning, newly renovated suites are located within steps from the University of Waterloo & Laurier University

1, Jr. 2, 2, Jr. 3, 3 & 4 bedrooms

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Heat, water and hydro included Public transit nearby Parking available Onsite management team Onsite laundry facilities Extra storage available Fitness room Indoor swimming pool Basketball, squash court Games room Security cameras Close to parks

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519-496-8837

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226-972-5256

383 Albert Street, Waterloo

519-635-9549

285 Erb Street West, Waterloo

226-972-5256

545-565 Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener

519-635-9604

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519-573-3000

37 Vanier Drive, Kitchener

519-635-7951

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519-635-9541

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15 & 245 Lena Crescent Brand new state-of-the-art rental building Spacious luxurious rental suites in the heart of Cambridge 1 & 2 bedroom modern suites with several styles & sizes to suit your needs. Conveniently located within walking distance to Cambridge Centre, Zehrs grocery store, great restaurants and full service medical plaza. The property is also a short 5 minute drive to Highway 401.

• Five appliances • Individually controlled heat & air • Large eat-in kitchen & dining area • Ensuite washroom in master bedroom • Very large social & recreation room

• Fitness facility • Secure underground parking • Security cameras • On-site professional management team

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If you’re looking for “just the right place” we’ve got the right place to start. comIng

Visit our Residential Rental Information Centre in Forest Hills and find everything you need to choose your “right place”. Old Oak’s friendly advisors will help you find the location, floor plans and amenities that are just right for you.

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Pomeroy Place 885 Southdale road West

Sugarcreek TraIl 405 Sugarcreek Trail

1 & 2 Bedroom suites

425 Sugarcreek Trail

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445 Sugarcreek Trail

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ProudfooT Place 535 Proudfoot lane

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565 Proudfoot lane

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PInerIdge Place 740 Proudfoot lane

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foreST hIll 575 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

585 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

595 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

605 Proudfoot lane

Junior, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

horIzon drIve 700 horizon drive

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Proudfoot Lane

Enter off Oxford St. W. Follow signs to Residential Rental Information Centre.

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575 Proudfoot Lane London, ON

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5 appliances Controlled entry with camera Covered parking available Seasonal pool Tennis court Fitness centre Walk to Victoria HospitalWestminster Campus Children’s Hospital & Parkwood Hospital Close to Hwy 401, on bus routes

Close proximity to all major amenities Clean, quiet building Laundry facilities Near Springbank Park On bus route Utilities Included Ample parking available

Controlled entry with camera Utilities included Reserved underground parking available Seasonal pool On bus route Close to shopping Modern laundry facilities

Seasonal swimming pool Covered or outdoor parking Tennis Court Sauna Exercise room Close to grocery, drugstore & Tim Hortons On bus route and easy access to Hwys 401 & 402 Controlled entry with camera Modern laundry facilities

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1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

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Large 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms 2 Bed/2 Bath

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Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Wellington Rd

Luxury Condo Style 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Commissioners Rd E

854 Commissioners Rd. E.

492 Springbank dr.

680 & 690 Wonderland Road north

450 & 460 Highland Ave.

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Windermere Road Kipps Lane

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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

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in the news The Spring H.O.P.E. Food Drive: On April 23 open your door, your heart – and your pantry – Let’s make this one the biggest one ever!

quick tips 36 Apartment finding primer 46 Go green in your apartment by Jane herman

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EDITORS’ NOTES

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hen it comes to rental accommodations, it’s important to be as diligent as possible to make sure you have a good experience from start to finish.

If possible, speak to current tenants and ask about their experience. If you’re shown a model, ask to view the actual suite where you’ll be living so you can check out the view and get a sense of exactly what you’re getting beforehand so there are no surprises. While you’re renting, know your rights. Tenants are not responsible for normal wear and tear on the premises during the tenancy. The landlord is responsible for general upkeep, including wear and tear. You should be asked to fill out an Inspection Worksheet when you move in, which the landlord will sign. This is an important document to keep on hand for moving day. Consider taking photographs if there are damaged areas, or bring a video camera if you have one and tape the inspection. A little diligence now ensures peace of mind for later.

Susan Legge EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, National Real Estate susan.legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

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n 1997 I moved into what I still consider my favourite apartment of all time. The rent was low and the space was huge. It had soaring ceilings, pine plank flooring and a distinctive architectural flair. Living my dream, I was a writer living in a gorgeous apartment in the heart of the city. In 1999 an amazing opportunity arose. I would be able to move to Costa Rica – just me, my laptop and a beach. How could I say no? But how could I give up my apartment? I’d only be gone six months, but six months of rental payments on top of the expenses of traveling wasn’t feasible. Thank goodness for subletting. It wasn’t easy, especially in the days before Facebook and Twitter, but I put the word out and I found someone through a friend – he was the perfect fit. With my friend’s glowing recommendation I felt comfortable leaving him with all my worldly belongings and my beautiful apartment. Of course I’d still need my landlord’s approval. He was receptive to the idea, ran a background check and approved. My subletter and I wrote up a contract about obligations for rent and duration of time – agreeing on what would happen if there were any damages to my belongings or the property. I went on the journey of a lifetime without worry. When I came back he’d found a perfect new place and moved on. With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find that perfect place, I hope it will be your favourite apartment ever! Our magazine and website, TheRentersGuide.ca, offer the best selection of available apartments, informative articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!

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Greenwin 1549-1566 Trossacks avenue / 945 & 955 Huron Street

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Greenwin - 1549 - 1566 Trossacks Avenue / 945 & 955 Huron Street From $690

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Fairview Towers - 3189 King Street East

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Gateway Property Management - Various Locations

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Homer Watson & Pioneer - 55 Green Valley

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Colonial Court

750-780 Viscount Road

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Large In-Suite Storage Closet • Excellent Laundry Facilities • Close to Bus and Shopping • Ample Free Parking

519.649.4159 Large 2&3 Bedroom $300 suites

Seasonal Pool

Deposit

Concordia 519.657.2866 | 519.473.4046 378 Wonderland Road South • Utilities Included • Laundry Facilities • Ample Free Parking • Walk to Springbank • Great Bus Service • Near Shopping and Schools • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites

Westwood Park

368 Oxford Street W.

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Ample Free Parking • Laundry on Each Floor • Walk to Cherryhill Mall • Great Bus Service • Quiet comfort, Superior location • Ideal for Seniors and Professionals

huge 1&2 Bedroom $300 suites

Deposit

519.641.7323 spacious, affordaBLe suites $300

Deposit

Blackacres on the Park 519.473.4122

117 Blackacres Blvd.

• Great Location Close to Schools and Bus • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Heat included • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping and Malls • Park-like Setting • Conveniently located in Whitehills

West Park Gardens

1131 Royal York Rd.

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Laundry on Each Floor • Good Bus Service • Close to Shopping and Schools • Controlled Entry • Utilities Included • Quiet Neighbourhood Great location • Clean well maintained buildings

Large 2 & 3 Bedroom townhomes Seasonal spacious Pool 1 & 2 Bedroom suites

519.474.9843 1&2 Bedrooms $300 Deposit

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North Park Towers

519.438.0121

852 Kipps Lane

• Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities Included • Ample Free Parking • Laundry on Each Floor • Close to Shopping • Park-Like Setting • Affordable Rates • Shh! It’s quiet over here

Beautiful 1 & 2 Bedroom suites on the scenic $300 Deposit thames

Huron Meadows

519.439.2288

• Great Location Close to Schools and Bus • Quiet Family Atmosphere • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Close to Shopping • Park-like Setting • Quality Living at Affordable Prices

large 2&3 Bedroom $300 townDeposit homes

750-844 Huron Street

Oxford Square

HIGHRISE SUITES

GARDEN CoURT APTS

519.951.7169 | 519.453.2985

727-769 Second Street

• Spacious Suites • Laundry Facilities • Ample Free Parking • Great Bus Service • Close to Shopping, Fanshawe College • Comfortable Living at its Best • Ideal for Seniors or Professionals • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites

Fairview Terrace

297 Westminster Avenue

• Walking Distance to L.H.S.C. Westminister Campus • Close to Schools, Shopping and Bus • Excellent Laundry Facilities • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • New Windows • Parklike Setting

Canterbury Court

160-190 Canterbury Court, Sarnia • Freshly Decorated, Renovated Suites • Utilities are on us • Parking is Free • Laundry Facilities are Great • Shopping and Schools are Around The Corner • Quality living in affordable style • Join us in our friendly community, relax, take a walk. make our place your home

1&2 Bedroom apartment homes $300

Seasonal Pool

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519.435.0326 large 1&2 Bedroom $300 suites

Deposit

519.337.7623 spacious renovated $300 1, 2 & 3 Deposit Bedroom apartments

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18808

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London

london’s finest

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Renaissance 71 King Street King St. & Ridout St.

Picton Place

NORTH

DOWNTOWN

DOWNTOWN

Premiere Apartment Rentals

22 Picton Street

Ceramic/laminate flooring, kitchens w/granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured parking included, guest suite, lounge/billards room, fitness center w/sauna. All Utilities Included. 25th floor, 1485 sq ft Penthouse avail June 1st; 2 bed/2 bath, granite counters, hardwood flooring, upgraded appliances, with terrace overlooking city. Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, tenant lounge overlooking downtown, exercise room. Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

Picton St. & Queens Ave. th ba 1st d/2 uly e 2 bvail J A

The Chantry 300 North Centre Rd.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room Utilities Incl. Pay Personal Hydro.

284 Wonderland Rd. S.

SOUTHWEST SOUTHWEST

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

Wonderland Rd. & Springbank Dr.

Westmount Place

SOUTHWEST

SOUTHWEST

The Riverview

5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, conveniently located across from Westmount Mall, parking included, exercise room, sauna Pay Personal Heat/Hydro

800 Wonderland Rd. S.

Westmount Estates I PenthOUse AvAilAble

n st de 1 1+ MAY l Ai Av

325 Southdale Rd. W. Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

Westmount Estates II

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C. Secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included. 2 bed/2.5 bath open concept Townhome avail; 5 appliances, finished basement, garage; 1250 sq ft.

Ceramic flooring, 9ft. ceilings, fireplace, 5 appliances (in-suite laundry), A/C, secured underground parking included in rent, guest suite, lounge, exercise room ALL Utilities Included.

call for availability 519

433-5756

2 & 2+den suites

645-6031

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

641-3171

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

call for availability

641-3468

2 bdrm / 2 bath suites

519

649-0085

1 & 1+den suites 2 & 2+den suites

335 Southdale Rd. W. Wonderland Rd. S. & Southdale Rd. W.

850-1480

2 & 2+den suites

519

Wonderland Rd. S. & Viscount Rd. d Y Me nC h iM UPA bAt C 2 OC bed/ 2

519

519

Richmond St. N. & Fanshawe Park Rd. t Ail 1s Av Une bAth Y/J d/2 A M be 2

1 & 1+den suites 2 & 2+den suites

519

680-2686

18812

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London

Royal Oak Terrace

Adelaide Towers I, II & III

AdelAide & HuroN

AdelAide & erNeSt & FANSHAwe PArk BrAdley

Bradley Court

Fanshawe Village

AdelAide & FANSHAwe PArk 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Utilities included in some buildings Ample parking available Park-like grounds with lots of trees Seasonal pool On site variety store Walk to schools & shopping On bus routes Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths Social room

Utilities included Covered parking available Controlled entry with cameras Squash court Sauna Exercise room Seasonal pool Park-like setting Close to schools, churches & public transit Minutes drive to Masonville shopping Modern laundry facilities Close to bicycle paths

Walking distance to shopping, schools, restaurants and entertainment 5 Minutes to Hwy 401 Direct access to public transit Tennis courts Seasonal pool Utilities included Ample parking available Dishwasher Laundry facilities

Located in a park-like setting in North London Close to Masonville Place On bus route Grocery store less than a 5 minute walk away

Huron St. Oxford St. E.

Southdale Rd E

Ernest

Adelaide St. N.

Windermere Rd.

Bradley Ave Exeter Rd

Fanshawe Park Rd.

Adelaide St N

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Wellington Rd

Spacious 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Adelaide St. N.

Bachelor 1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Huron St

1126 - 1154 Adelaide Street North

1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North

1585/1595 ernest Ave

640, 650 & 660 Fanshawe Park road

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-433-5705

519-438-1188

519-690-2968

519-434-4420

31523

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online! Rental Hotline: 519-433-4633

Be on the lookout for our new signs!

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The Brownstone & Manor House Gordonstown Apts Apartments

Parkdale Place Apartments

coMMiSSionerS AdelAide & ricHMond & & wHArncliFFe FAnSHAwe PArk UniverSity

Peter McGregor Tower

kinG & ridoUt

Ridout Towers

ridoUt & GrAnd

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Storey Suites

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

Controlled entry with camera Covered parking available Seasonal pool Tennis court On bus route Close to shopping Modern laundry facilities

Utilities included Modern laundry facilities Controlled entry with camera Quiet area On bus route Close to major shopping centres, including Masonville Place

Parquet flooring Heat & water included Ample parking available 5 minute drive to Masonville Place Walk to UWO campus & Kings College Close to Richmond Row

Spectacular views of the Thames River Fabulous downtown location Walk to parks, restaurants & public transit Controlled entry with camera Reserved underground parking available Across from Budweiser Gardens 1 Bedroom units have 2 balconies Modern laundry facilities Utilities included

Controlled entry with camera Ample parking available On bus route Walk to Wortley Village Close to Budweiser Gardens, Harris Park, Covent Garden Market

Windermere Road

Huron St.

Horton St.

King St. York St.

Ridout St

Huron

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Dundas St.

Ridout St N

Southdale Rd W

Fanshawe Park Rd E

Richmond St

Gordon Ave

Commissioners Rd W

Adelaide St N

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Wharncliffe Rd S

1 Bedroom 2 Bedrooms (Utilities Included) 2 Bedroom Townhomes (Plus Utilities)

Grand Ave. Base Line Rd. E.

500 & 527 Gordon Avenue

746 Fanshawe Park road east

1201 richmond St. n.

21 king Street

100 ridout Street South

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-686-5850

519-439-4848

519-439-0941

519-432-1995

519-432-3857

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized 31524

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online! Rental Hotline: 519-433-4633

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London

BASELINE RD. WEST & BEAchWooD AvE.

RIchMoND ST. & oXFoRD ST.

297-301 Baseline Rd. West

675 Richmond St.

TWO MONTHS FREE! heat, water and hydro included outdoor salt-water swimming pool onsite management team Interac payment options Pre-authorized payment options onsite laundry facilities Emergency maintenance available Balconies close to public transit Bachelors

$

from

1 Bedrooms

625

690

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2 Bedrooms

$

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875

Newly renovated interiors Stainless steel appliances Air conditioning Dishwasher Ensuite laundry hardwood and ceramic flooring close to public transit Secured entry Jr. 2 Bedrooms

1450

$

from

Jr. 3 Bedrooms

Utilities Included Please call to book a showing today!

226-213-3297

$

1990

from

Emergency maintenance available Fitness centre cable ready Pet friendly Garage Security cameras Ground floor retail locations 2 Bedrooms

1750

$

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3 Bedrooms

2100

$

from

Please call to book a showing today!

226-213-3307

Creating Communities. Creating Value.

greenwin.ca Prices & availability subject to change.

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London

Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views Park Royal Estates

1068 Commissioners Rd. W., Byron

• Across from Springbank Park • Stove/Fridge/Dishwasher/Washer/Dryer • Carpet • Whirlpool/Sauna • Indoor Saltwater pool • Exercise Room • Parking Space Included • Large Balcony off Master Bedroom • Walk-out lower level family room with patio • Individually controlled heat & A/C • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

3 Bdrm

Townhomes

226

213-3291

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

Wonderland Place

710, 720 & 730 Wonderland Rd. N.

• 3 Appliances • Eat-In Kitchen • Walk-In Closets • Large Balconies • Seniors Social Club • Whirlpool, Sauna • Seasonal Pool • Laundry Facilities • Covered Parking Available • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

1& 2 Bdrm Suites 226 213-3292 226 213-3293 226 213-3294

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• 5 GE Appliances including Ensuite Laundry • Independent heating/cooling • Exercise Room • Whirlpool, Sauna • Indoor Saltwater Pool • Huge Balconies • Park Location • Underground Parking • Ensuite Bath • Across from Rose Garden • phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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620-630 Commiss

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Across From Rose Garden

www.drewloholdings.com

30511

or Call our London Rental Agent at 226-213-3298

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London – Northeast

BEST PRICE

Utilities & Parking Included

BIGGEST UNITS FREE RENT*

Call 24/7 before April 30th

*Two months free rent

&

ADELAIDE ST. N KIPPS LANE

740-754 Kipps Lane

1 Bedroom (685 sq. ft.)

$

599

RENTED

2 Bedroom (943 sq. ft.)

$

689

RENTED

599

RENTED

756-758 Kipps Lane

1 Bedroom (685 sq. ft.)

$

2 Bedroom (943 sq. ft.)

$

719

03909

Adelaide St.

N.

Windermere Rd.

Kipps Lane Huron St.

659 $ 699 $

659

$

STILL AVAILABLE STILL AVAILABLE

STILL AVAILABLE

STILL AVAILABLE

5 buildings to choose from • Some dishwasher/2 washrooms Phone:

226.270.0548

For further information about our amenities, please visit our website.

WWW.METCAP.COM

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London - Northeast

HURON ST. & HIGHBURY AVE.

TROSSACKS AVE. & FANSHAWE PARK RD.

945 & 955 Huron St.

1549-1566 Trossacks Ave.

ONE MONTH FREE!

ONE MONTH FREE!

Heat, water and hydro included Parking available Onsite laundry facilities Onsite management team Courtyard Security cameras Outdoor pool Online banking

Heat, water and hydro included Townhomes and apartments available Outdoor pool Secured entry Parking available Onsite laundry facilities Close to Fanshawe College Close to 24-Hour fitness centre

1 Bedrooms

720

$

from

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860

$

from

1 Bedrooms

$

from

2 Bedrooms

690

$

from

Utilities Included

785

3 Bedrooms

$

from

999

Utilities Included

Please call to book a showing today!

Please call to book a showing today!

226-213-3308

226-213-3309

Creating Communities. Creating Value.

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London - Northeast

ASK ABOUT OUR SPRING SPECIALS!

Modern Rental Living! Included in Rent: • Central Air and Heating, Water, Window Blinds, Outdoor Parking Comforts & Conveniences: • Steps to Adelaide Wells Park & North London Sports Field • Various floorplans to choose from • Bicycle Storage Room • Exercise Room • Study Room / Lounge • Community Room

www.blossomgate.com

McNay

Highbury Avenue

Adelaide Street

Richmond Street

Wellington Road

Dundas Street

Rental office at 625 Kipps Lane Hours: Mon-Thur 11am-7pm Fri-Sun 11am-5pm Windermere Road Kipps Lane

★★

UNIV. OF W. ONT.

Huron Road

FANSHAWE COLL.

Oxford Street

Dundas Street

18802

T h e S y m b o l o f Q ua l i T y

FANSHAWE COLL.

Oxford Street

Highbury Avenue

E-mail us at: blossomgatesite@medallioncorp.com Please visit us at

Huron Road

McNay

Visit us on Facebook: facebook.com/blossomgate

EASTON

UNIV. OF W. ONT.

Adelaide Street

Southeast Corner of Adelaide Street North and Kipps Lane

Kipps Lane

Wellington Road

519-488-6601 621 & 625 Kipps Lane

Windermere Road

Richmond Street

• 24-hour on-site coinless laundry • Bus routes #1, #16, #27 & #32 • Playground & Basketball • On-site Staff & Management Office • Controlled entry with Security Surveillance Systems in Highrise Buildings • Steps to Northbrae Public School & Ross Secondary School

to see suite layouts and find out more details about joining our new community.

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London - Northeast

600 Grenfell Drive

Prime North London Location

• 3 Appliances • Controlled Entry • On-Site Laundry • Parking • Short walk to all conveniences • Close to additional shopping & services at Masonville Mall Rental Office:

519-645-2378 18845

Your complete rental source.

Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Condominium Suites

519-668-7368 www.larlyn.com email:

re n ta l s @ l a r l y n . c o m

London - Northwest

18813

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London - Northwest

Beaverbrook Towers 1420, 1440 & 1460 Beaverbrook Rd. Luxuriously Oversized 1 & 2 Bedroom Sites

Have an active lifestyle? Come live with us! • Located in Oakridge Crossing – NW London (Beaverbrook & Capulet Near Oxford & Wonderland)

• • • • • • • • • • • •

2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry Individual Central Air & Heating Controls Oversized Balconies phone, internet and satellite available in unit Exercise Room Indoor saltwater pool, Whirlpool & Sauna Controlled Entry/Cameras Covered Parking Available On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping Barrier free access at entrance Electronic Key FOB entry system

Salt Water Pool Pavilion Cardio MaChineS WeightS SARNIA RD.

N PROUDFOOT LANE

CAPULET LANE

WONDERLAND RD. N.

BEAVERBROOK AVE.

Ask About Our Move-In Bonus!

CaLL 519-488-2439 or 519-488-6956 or 226-213-3281 Or CaLL Our LOndOn rentaL agent at 226-213-3298

OXFORD ST. W.

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London - Northwest

Fiddlers Green 75, 85 & 95 Fiddlers Green Rd. 519.488.2389

Located in Oakridge Park

one month free*

SOME BUiLDiNG FEATURES ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ››

Spacious luxury suites with stunning views Dishwasher & private dining room Carpet or laminated floors In-Suite storage Balconies or solariums Quiet neighbourhood Walking distance to transit, shopping, schools, restaurants ›› Beautiful green space in the centre courtyard ›› London Transit at your door ›› Rental office open 7 days a week

Hyde Park Rd.

Oxford St. W.

1 & 2 bedrooms from $750

Fanshawe

724 & 744 Fanshawe Park Rd. East 519.488.2431

Fiddlers Green Rd.

one month free*

SOME BUiLDiNG FEATURES ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ›› ››

Bright & sunny suites Ample closet space Large renovated balconies Playground Close to 24 hour grocery store Minutes to Masonville shopping district Beautiful ravine setting backing onto Stoney Creek ›› Walking distance to primary & secondary schools ›› Bus to University of Western Ontario and Fanshawe College

Bachelors, 1 & 2 bedrooms from $660

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

Highbury Ave.

Adelaide St.N.

Sunningdale Rd.

Call us for your personal tour today! www.caprent.com rentals@capreit.net

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London - Northwest

Capulet Towers I, II, III & IV

The New Art of Fine Living!

MOVE-IN BONUS!

noW oPen! • Ideally located in Northwest London-in Oakridge Crossing (Beaverbrook & Capulet

50 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3284

Near Oxford & Wonderland)

Great Views of City

60 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3283

• Granite Kitchen Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances are available on upper floors (70

New Unit Style Available: 1 Bedroom + Den

70 Capulet Lane • 519-488-2460

London's First Non-Smoking Building: 1 & 2 Bdrms

& 80 Capulet) • 1, 1 Bedroom + Den or 2 Bedroom Suites • 2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms • 5 Appliances Including En-suite Laundry

80 Capulet Lane • 226-213-3285 Granite Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances Available

graNItE StaINlESS StEEl applIaNcES NOw aVaIlaBlE!

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Massive Units in a Great Location with River and Park-Like Views Windermere Place 655 & 665 Windermere Rd.

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Enjoy a wonderful park-like setting along the Thames River

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spring h.O.p.e. fOOd drive On April 23 open your door, your heart – and your pantry – Let’s make this one the biggest one ever! Bread Food Bank, this food drive is one of the most important because of its timing. “It’s a time of year when the shelves are depleting,”she says.“The infusion of food restocks our shelves.” The most needed items are the staples: rice, peanut butter, tins of fish, lentils, cereal – anything with good, substantial nutritious value. There is also always great need for baby food and products. Do what you can, even if it’s just a single item sitting at the back of your shelf that you know isn’t going to be used. And if your building isn’t participating, you can still make a donation directly to your local food bank.

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DOOR-TO-DOOR

FOOD DRIVE Tuesday April 23rd - 6:30pm to 9:00pm

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

This is an opportunity for Tenants and Landlords to work together to help feed those in need by generously donating non-perishable food items.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO GET INVOLVED CONTACT: Brenda Davidson 519.672.6999 or info@Ipma.ca

Look for the Food Drive signs in your building to participate. Volunteers will be canvassing for food donations, which will be donated to local food banks.

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3 Collect all of your rental information

apartment search frame of mind.

before you visit your first vacancy.

You will be making a lot of phone calls

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They are looking for: • Someone both able and responsible enough to pay rent on time. • People who will treat them and their property with care and respect. • Quiet tenants who will not be disturbing to other tenants or neighbors.

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available to the caretaker/property

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frustration for building managers and

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Massive Units in Great Locations with Picturesque Views

Ridout Place

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• Across from Harris Park • 2 Bedroom with 2 Baths • 5 GE Appliances • Ensuite Laundry • Ensuite Storage • Individual Storage • Exercise/Common Room • Walk to Budweiser Gardens or Market • Phone, internet and satellite available in unit

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Spring cleaning

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By Jane Herman

hy does the return of longer days and warmer temperatures trigger an urge to purge our homes of clutter and engage in cleaning them from top to bottom? In climates with a cold winter, spring was traditionally seen as the best season for dusting because it was getting warm enough to open windows and doors and the high winds could carry the dust out of the house. In winter-weary Canada, the good weather means we can finally relegate our boots and heavy outerwear to the back TheRentersGuide.ca of the closet. And just as birds can be seen fashioning their nests in the spring, so does a similar instinct to freshen up and “feather” our own nests suddenly manifest itself. TheRentersGuide.ca

In tackling your own apartment, organize the task into de-cluttering and cleaning and spread it out over a period of several weeks. Before getting started, make sure you have all necessary cleaning supplies on hand (broom, vacuum, mop, bucket, cleaning cloths and enough cleaning products).

De-cluttering Thoroughly clean all boots, footwear and outerwear and clean out your coat closet. Go through your collection of hats, gloves, and scarves, washing and cleaning where necessary, discarding odd gloves and organizing all into storage baskets. Wash your boot tray or hallway mat and put away in a closet until next winter. Remove everything from your pantry and straighten up all your dry ingredients, discarding stale boxes of cereal, cookies, crackers, etc. Take an inventory of what you need and replenish with fresh spices, oils and other staples. Check under the sink and refresh your supply of sponges, cleaning TheRentersGuide.ca products and other supplies. Go through your dishes, cutlery and cookware, discarding odd, broken items or things you never use. Treat yourself to a trip to a kitchen supply store and

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purchase something that will make food preparation and serving easier, such as a good set of storage containers, some new glasses, or a special serving piece. Spring is a good time to go through your books, CDs and DVDs. Is it time for a new media storage unit or bookshelf? Apartment storage space is limited and you don’t want to become a pack rat. Does your coffee table look like a war zone? Move everything off of it and re-evaluate what you want it to be, a focal point for the room or a catch-all for your books and papers. Go through your upper and lower bathroom cupboards, discarding all expired cosmetics and other products. Replace and replenish soaps, body wash, shampoo, sunscreen, paper products, etc. Check the condition of your towels – if you can afford it, spring is a good time to invest in a set of new ones. Take time to re-arrange your wardrobe, so that warm weather garments are more accessible. Wash or dry clean garments before storing them in zippered bags. Go through your closets, drawers, shoe collection, cleaning, polishing, repairing and discarding where necessary. Donate apparel you no longer use. Some TheRentersGuide.ca apartment buildings have charity drop boxes right on the grounds; if yours doesn’t, take things you no longer need or use to a shelter or resale centre.

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cleaning Turn off your refrigerator and begin by cleaning the dust off the coils (these are usually at the bottom, under the grill). Clean with a vacuum attachment or damp cloth. Remove everything from inside the refrigerator and wash the bins and shelves in hot soapy water, drying thoroughly. Defrost the freezer and wipe the interior with a solution of 2 tbs. baking soda per 1 litre hot water. Clean all the surfaces of the kitchen, including the walls, backsplashes, tops and doors of cupboards and the oven. Clean out your files, reviewing bank statements, paid bills, contracts, household inventories, warranties and other personal documents. Clean your computer keyboard with a cotton swab; wipe the screen with a special cloth and spray cleaning solution.

sponge, rub the glass with the water and vinegar solution to rub away the dirt. Wet a squeegee and wipe the glass thoroughly. Wipe the surfaces with lintfree cloths such as cloth diapers or other cloths that have not been laundered with fabric softener which will leave a residue. Clean the frames with all-purpose cleaner or more vinegar and water. Wipe down or vacuum all furniture and other surfaces, such as windowsills and baseboards. Clean window coverings and rugs. Check the batteries in your smoke detector and ensure they are fee of dust. Moving all the furniture to clean around and underneath where possible, dust and vacuum every room in the apartment, then wash and mop all floors. Open the windows and let the fresh air and sunshine in. Now, sit down and relax and enjoy the pleasure of your clean apartment!

Thoroughly clean or replace your mattress pad. Replace winter bedding with lighter, warm weather blankets. Clean your pillows to rid them of mould, bacteria and odours. If you’ve been using your balcony as a storeroom, now is the time to move those snow tires, bicycles and other large items out of sight. On a warm day when the sun is not shining directly, go out and clean your balcony sliding door. Mix up a solution of one part white vinegar and one part hot water. Using a large

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Sarnia

Pick Your View: Park, Bay or Lake Gorgeous Views of Lake Huron, Sarnia Yacht Club & Canatara Park

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Townhomes have 1.5 baths and laundry Seasonal pool Tennis court Party room Modern laundry equipment Storage available Controlled access Ample parking available

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Woodstock

These Oversized Units with Amazing Amenities Overlook Pittock Lake & Conservation Area!

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renters’help

Go Green in your apartment By Jane Herman

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iving in an apartment instead of a house, is an environmentally friendly use of space and resources. Many of today’s rental buildings have been updated with energy-efficient windows, furnaces, appliances, lighting and plumbing fixtures. But it’s up to you to do your part to reduce energy use wherever possible and conserve precious resources like water.

save energy and save Money: Use fans during the summer to keep air circulating through your apartment. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescents, which use 75 per cent less energy and last longer.

Bring your own reusable bags to the store when you shop. Make a habit of carrying a small one in your handbag or leave a few in your car. Use a cloth instead of paper towels and napkins. Use covered storage ware and cookware in the kitchen instead of aluminum foil and disposable pans. Break the habit of using plastic cutlery, paper plates and cups and invest in a washable set of plastic ware for parties, picnics and on the balcony. Avoid pre-packaged fruits and vegetables, individually wrapped snacks, juice boxes and single-serving snacks, which are the cause of most of the litter that degrades our parks and public spaces. Invest in a set of reusable mesh fruit and vegetable bags that you can use for shopping and home storage.

Turn off all lights, unplug appliances and electronics, or use a power bar when not in use, at night or when you leave your apartment. Electronic devices that have transformers or“instant on”features are known as“power vampires”because they draw power even when turned off. Home entertainment centres and computers can use as much power as your refrigerator even when not in use. Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible. As much as 85 percent of the energy used to machine wash clothes goes to heating the water. Dry some of your laundry on a drying rack to save the energy used during machine drying. Keep the heat in during winter by drawing your drapes or window coverings during the day. In summer, keeping the windows covered will help to keep your apartment cooler.

Make your own cleaning supplies: Making your own cleaning products saves money, time and packaging and dramatically improves your indoor air quality.

Clean the condenser coils on the back of your fridge at least once a year.

Pure soap, baking soda, vinegar, lemon juice, borax (washing soda) and a coarse scrubbing sponge can take care of most household cleaning needs. Be sure to purchase a couple of refillable spray bottles from the hardware store.

conserve water: When doing laundry, adjust the machine setting to the size of the load. Report any leaky faucets to your property manager. The city has to treat water with chemicals and use energy to pump it back to you.

For an all-purpose cleaner, use a mixture of ½ tsp. washing soda, ¼ tsp. liquid soap, and 2 cups hot tap water.

Take shorter showers.

coMpost and recycle: In most cities, apartments send way too much garbage to landfills. Learn what can be recycled in your municipality and commit to making recycling a regular habit. In Toronto that includes everything from egg cartons to tetra paks, styrofoam trays and plastic containers. Properly dispose of used furniture, electronics, clothing and household items, batteries as directed by your community.

Never let the water run when brushing your teeth: fill up a small cup of water instead. When washing dishes, fill up the sink with soapy water and immerse your dishes. Set on a drying rack, then rinse, instead of letting the water run continuously while you wash and rinse each dish. If you have a dishwasher, run it only when full.

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A good natural glass cleaner can be made by mixing ¼ tsp. liquid detergent, 3 tbs. vinegar and 2 cups water in a spray bottle.

Walk, cycle, take public transportation or use a shared vehicle to help reduce the number of cars on the roads. Just a few small changes in your lifestyle can make a big difference in the quality of the environment for everyone. Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides TheRentersGuide.ca 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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Kitchener

The Premium Choice in Rental Living Margaret Place

Kitchener's Finest Highrise

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1 bedroomS from $1003 2 bedroomS from $1289 suites include • Air Conditioning • 5 Appliances which includes in-suite washer & dryer • Large Eat-In Kitchen • Vertical blinds and carpeting • Security intercom • Stunning panoramic views • Spacious balcony

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facilities include • Fully equipped exercise room • Indoor swimming pool • Sauna • On-site management office • Underground parking • Recreation Room • Library • Games Room • Guest Suite

clOse tO • Minutes to transit & GO Train • Breithaupt Community Centre • Easy access to highway #85 & #7 • Local shopping • Wilfred Laurier University • University of Waterloo • Schools & churches

305 & 315 Margaret Avenue

rental office hours: Monday to thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm saturday & sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm

519.744.3468

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www.margaretplace.ca *Selected suites only and some conditions apply *One month's free rent will be applied on the 11th month, subject to availability and certain conditions.

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Kitchener

Queen Margaret Place I & II

The Regency

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Eat-in kitchens Underground parking Indoor pool/sauna/exercise equipment Laundry facilities Utilities included On bus route Walk to Farmers Market/Centre in the Square/downtown Close to everything that matters!

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Call Our Rental Hotline 226-972-5256 93/99/109/115/123 Westwood Drive

301/341 Traynor Ave. & 551/553 Vanier Dr.

• Low-rise 3-storey buildings • Outdoor parking, laundry room, on-site management, controlled entry, balconies

• Outdoor /indoor parking, laundry room, on-site management, social room, balconies

• Close to parks, schools, public transit, shopping, restaurants

• Close to Fairview Park Mall, parks, schools, public transit, shopping, restaurants

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites From $745 Utilities Included

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551/553 Vanier Dr.

19/21 Dalegrove Drive

• High-rise in a lovely neighbourhood • Outdoor parking, covered parking, indoor parking, laundry room, on-site management, controlled entry, balconies, elevators

• Outdoor parking, laundry room, on-site management, controlled entry, balconies

• Close to parks, schools, public transit, shopping, restaurants, highway access & much more

• Close to parks, schools, public transit, shopping, restaurants, playground

Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites From $638 Utilities Included

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FAIRVIEW TOWERS Apartments Spacious Luxury Suites

• 1030+ Square Foot Suites

• Premium floor coverings throughout

3189 King Street East Kitchener, Ontario

• All Suites have 1.5 Bathrooms

• Close to Highway 401 & Expressway

• Very Quiet, Distinctive Building

• Monitored, Secure Entry

• Private Balconies • New kitchen cupboards complete with granite countertops and 4 stainless steel appliances

• Underground Parking Available • Natural Area with Picnic Tables • Friendly Office & Building Managers On-Site

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Fallowfield Towers 161 Fallowfield Drive, Kitchener

519.957.1840

Kitchener’s First All Non-Smoking Rental Apartment! • 5 appliances including ensuite laundry • Individual A/C & Heating • 1, 1 Bedroom + Den, 2 Bedroom or 2 + Den Suites • 2 Bedroom suites have 2 Bathrooms • On Bus Routes, Close to Shopping •

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Waterloo

King St. noRth & UniveRSity Ave., WAteRloo

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heat, water and hydro included Public transit nearby Parking available onsite management team onsite laundry facilities extra storage available Fitness room indoor swimming pool Basketball, squash court games room Security cameras Close to parks

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Moving

MAKE MOVING

comfortable for seniors by Dan Hopkins

Moving an elderly loved one can be tough. No one wants to upset that person and everyone wants the move to go as smoothly as possible. This can seem like ‘mission impossible’. Census Canada data suggests Canadians approaching retirement age are now the fastest-growing demographic in Canada and experts predict 28 per cent of the United States population will reach retirement age within the next five years. The children and families of the ‘Baby Boomer’ generation TheRentersGuide.ca - people born between 1946 and 1960 are already helping their loved ones move into downsized or elderly assistance accommodations and often are not emotionally prepared for the task at hand.

Senior loved ones can be very set in their ways and often are not well equipped to express their emotional frustrations in a constructive way as moving day draws closer. It all can seem like a daunting task. Over the years, we have packed and moved many seniors and the important thing is to stay organized, be patient, calm and respectful throughout the move process. If you are moving a senior loved one into a retirement facility or an apartment, you should first contact the management to find out what they are allowed to bring in, appropriate moving hours and if they have any tips specific TheRentersGuide.ca to their facility to help smooth the moving process.

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ReMeMbeR: Organize and Start packing several weeks in advance. If your loved one is moving from a large home to a one bedroom apartment, there will be more furniture than needed. Get a floor plan of the new space and help your senior plan the space with their favourite furnishings, then help them decide what to do with the extra furnishings. If the item is a family heirloom and can’t be accommodated in the new space, suggest giving it to a close family member like a child or grandchild. Sort before you pack. Seniors tend to collect things they don’t need or use. Be sensitive when suggesting to get rid of possessions. Ask if they use the item and if they would mind if you donated it to raise money for the Salvation Army, for example. Start packing early so you won’t be overwhelmed as moving day draws near. Pack and clean as you go. When helping sort and pack your senior’s belongings keep in mind that their eyesight and reduced mobility prevents them from doing regular chores and can result in poor housekeeping habits. Instead of commenting, offer to clean as you pack and try not to be judgmental. You’ll will need more time than you think. Allow enough time so your loved one doesn’t feel rushed. Sorting through years of stuff is difficult and sometimes emotionally painful. Allow your loved one time to say goodbye. If they take longer to clean out the desk drawer because they found a stack of pictures, let them take the time to walk down memory lane. This is a very important part of the process. Be patient and listen to their life stories, there will come a time you will be glad you did. Make their new space feel familiar. Take pictures and colour samples of the inside of their current home. Try to decorate the new space and place objects in a similar way, so that their new space will feel like the old one. Be as detailed as you can from arranging the bedroom furniture to placing family pictures on the bureau. This will help make the new surroundings feel like home. Wrap small items in coloured paper. This prevents items like knick-knacks from becoming lost or thrown out. Label boxes on top and sides. Make sure to mark the top and sides of boxes as they’re packed and write in large letters to make it easier for your loved one to read. Make sure to label boxes containing breakable or sentimental items as ‘fragile’.

Use boxes designed for the items you are packing. Dish packs for dishes and wardrobe boxes makes it easy for seniors to access their clothing on hangers. Check clothing before donating. It’s a good idea to sort unwanted clothing for donation prior to moving. Before donating any gently worn unwanted clothing, check pockets for valuables. Seniors often hide small valuable items like jewelry or cash in the pockets of suit jackets or shoes and forget where they hid it. Two Men and a Truck – Canada is committed to exceeding customers’ expectations. We follow ‘The Grandma Rule’ and treat everyone the way we would want our Grandma to be treated – with care, respect and dignity.

Pack all electronic equipment in their original boxes. Otherwise use lowstatic bubble wrap when packing these items. Always use packing paper. When wrapping fine china and precious items, don’t use newsprint because the ink can bleed.

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Waterloo

Newly Renovated Chic New Designs

1 & 2 bedroom suites throughout Waterloo & Kitchener! Call Our Rental Hotline 226-972-5256 ASK ABOUT OUR AMAZING INCENTIVES!

• Full Stainless Steel Appliances • Upgraded Energy Efficient • Modern Laminate Flooring Throughout Lighting Throughout • Open Concept Kitchens with Granite • Close to all amenities Countertops

137 University Avenue, Waterloo

519-635-1240

200 Shakespeare Drive, Waterloo

519-496-8837

400 Parkside Drive, Waterloo

226-972-5256

383 Albert Street, Waterloo

519-635-9549

285 Erb Street West, Waterloo

226-972-5256

545-565 Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener

519-635-9604

100, 120 & 170 Old Carriage Drive, Kitchener

519-573-3000

37 Vanier Drive, Kitchener

519-635-7951

49 Vanier Drive, Kitchener

519-635-9541

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Waterloo

Rare opportunity to move into a premier location

Very quiet building. Close to parks and shopping

1 Bedroom Apartments available Move in by June 1st and receive 1 free month All utilities and parking included in rent

Waterloo Heights 170 Erb Street West

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finances

Term vs Permanent

INSURANCE B Y GAI L VAZ -OX LADE

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eople think insurance is a ripoff and expensive. It doesn’t have to be. Let’s use the example of $300,000 in insurance on a man (since they’re more expensive) who doesn’t smoke. If you were to buy a 20-year term policy, protecting your family from age 25 to 45, the premium would be only $287 a year, or less than $24 a month. Hey, we’re talking a case of beer here. Wait until you’re 39 to buy the same policy and your costs go up to almost $400 a year, which isn’t exactly a budget killer, unless you want a permanent insurance TheRentersGuide.ca policy. Then the difference in the numbers is more significant. Buy a permanent policy at 25 and you’ll pay about $1645 a year or $137 a month. Wait until you’re 39 and the price goes up to $3025 a year or $252 a month. TheRentersGuide.ca

So, is term insurance better than permanent (whole life or universal) insurance? Whether you buy“term,”“whole life”or“universal life”insurance will be dependent on two primary factors: the amount of insurance you need, and how long you need that insurance to be in place. Term insurance provides protection for a predetermined period of time (perhaps 5, 10, or 20 years) or until a certain age. However, many term insurance plans end at a specific age, such as 65, 70 or 75. With men and women living considerably past that age, if you’re looking for longer-term protection, term insurance won’t cut it.

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the premium is adjusted upwards. So on the term policy above for the guy who bought a 20-year term at age 29, if he needed to renew for another ten years, the premium would jump from $304 to $552. Think of term insurance as an expense, like rent. While it will give you comfort and peace of mind, it accumulates no residual value. If you want coverage to last your lifetime or want to use insurance to build assets, term insurance isn’t the right choice. Term insurance is cheaper than permanent insurance, but that’s because the statistics are in favour of the insurance company with term insurance. With permanent insurance the company is going to have to pay out, it’s only a matter of when. Whole life and universal life insurance are permanent, remaining in place until death. With whole life policies, the insurance company does the investing. (People debate that they don’t do a very good job of it, but they are purposely conservative, and with the recent swings in the market, you can see why.) With universal life, you have much more control over the types of investments the money is going into. The premium is generally the same for the life of the policy, so the annual cost can be low if taken early in life (when the risk of death is low), or very high if taken late in life. If term insurance is rent, then permanent insurance is a mortgage payment; in the early years there isn’t a lot of asset accumulation, but over the long term the pot will grow nicely. Most whole life policies have a “reserve,” which can be refunded if you cancel the policy before your death. This reserve is referred to as the cash value of the plan. You can also borrow against this cash value at an interest rate set in the policy. However, if you haven’t paid it back, the money owed will be deducted from the death benefit. So, back to the question,“What kind of TheRentersGuide.ca insurance should I buy?”The best place to start is with the amount of coverage you need. Let’s say you’ll need $125,000 to pay off your mortgage, $5,000 to

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cover your funeral expenses, $15,000 to cover legal and accounting bills, and an additional $100,000 to cover the capital gains your estate will be hit with. All together, you’ll need about $245,000. Buying a policy with a lower payout clearly won’t serve your needs. The next thing to look at is how long you’ll need the coverage. Some of your needs may be short-term. Declining term insurance is often the most cost-effective way to cover mortgage debt. On the other hand, the need to meet your funeral expenses and minimize the tax hit on your estate is permanent. So permanent insurance will be your best bet here. Remember, since the premium on your permanent insurance will remain the same, while the premium on term insurance will rise each time the policy is renewed, the cost of term insurance will appear far less expensive in the early years of a policy. Compare the lifetime cost of both types of policies (remember to compare similar features and benefits – apples and apples), and then make your decision. Another interesting fact: with some policies, you can buy the right to convert

your term policy to a whole life policy at a later date. So if you decide to start off with term insurance to protect your young family, and then decide to convert to a whole life policy when your needs change and you have more money, your health won’t be a factor in setting the premiums. However, your age will be and the older you are the more your insurance will cost. Shop around when looking for life insurance. Get several quotes, make sure you’re comparing apples with apples, and buy the policy that best meets your needs. Resist the urge to over-buy, but don’t sell yourself, and your family, short either. Evaluate your future earning potential and your family’s ongoing needs realistically, take inflation into account, and then buy enough insurance to meet your needs.

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 TheRentersGuide.ca Twitter.com/GailVazOxlade

Cambridge

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Cambridge

W E L C O M E HOM E

Fully Decorated Model Suite Now Available For Viewing

15 & 245 Lena Crescent Brand new state-of-the-art rental building Spacious luxurious rental suites in the heart of Cambridge 1 & 2 bedroom modern suites with several styles & sizes to suit your needs. Conveniently located within walking distance to Cambridge Centre, Zehrs grocery store, great restaurants and full service medical plaza. The property is also a short 5 minute drive to Highway 401.

• Five appliances • Individually controlled heat & air • Large eat-in kitchen & dining area • Ensuite washroom in master bedroom • Very large social & recreation room

• Fitness facility • Secure underground parking • Security cameras • On-site professional management team

RENTAL OFFICE OPEN FROM 11am–5pm EVERY DAY AND BY APPOINTMENT AFTER HOURS

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Frederick & Weber -St private office space for rent,$450/mo All inclusive located in central Kitchener with close proximity to new court house and close access to Highway 8 and 401. Ideal workspace for legal or financial professionals. 1 year Lease Please e-mail hiemanst@yahoo.com

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ROCKWAY PARK & -HWY401 96 Dixon street 1 Bdrm Bsmt Apt FOR RENT Living Rm,hrdwd floors 1 Bath, backyard, Lndry on lower level. Secured front door entry. Only mature, working professional tenants will be considered. Seeking quiet, clean, non-smokers, with no dogs.This building presents, mature & professional tenants $750+hydro hiemanst@yahoo.com

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Kitchener 270 Spadina Rd -E,1 & 2 bdrm for rent,$795895/Monthly all incluseive,Secure Entrance,On Bus Route, Elevator,19Foot Balcony, Newly Refurbished With Laminate and Ceramic Flooring.Inquire about our seniors discount.Call (519)578-7120

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380 & 400 Waterloo Ave.

27 & 33 Cardigan St.

120 edinburgh Rd.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-829-4080

519-829-4080

519-826-6768

519-821-5800

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized 03233

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Wellington St

Gordon St

Downtown location Controlled access Modern laundry equipment Reserved underground parking available Public transit nearby

Edinburgh Rd S

Quiet location Seasonal pool Tennis court Utilities included Reserved underground parking available Close to 401 and #6 Hwy Controlled access Public transit nearby

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Covered parking Common room and laundry facilities Public transit at front door Easy access to #401 and Stone Road Mall Walk to Farmers Market Close to everything that matters! Seasonal pool Tennis court

Edinburgh Rd S

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 & 4 Bedroom Penthouse

Hanlon Pkwy

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Edinburgh Rd S

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 + 2 Bath Bedrooms

Hanlon Pkwy

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online! Be on the lookout for our new signs!

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April 13 - 27, 2013

Queen Margaret Place I & II

The Regency

QUEEN & MARGARET

QUEEN & WEBER

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms Penthouse

1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Eat-in kitchens Underground parking Indoor pool/sauna/exercise equipment Laundry facilities Utilities included On bus route Walk to Farmers Market/Centre in the Square/downtown Close to everything that matters!

Fireplace Downtown location Insuite laundry 5 appliances Fitness room / exercise equipment Underground parking On bus route Walk to Centre in the Square Close to everything that matters!

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100 Queen St. N. & 11 Margaret Ave.

57 Queen St. N.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4

519-578-7790

519-579-7710

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

H O M E S T E A D . C A

H O M E S T E A D . C A

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online! Be on the lookout for our new signs!

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DOOR-TO-DOOR

FOOD DRIVE Tuesday April 23rd - 6:30pm to 9:00pm

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

This is an opportunity for Tenants and Landlords to work together to help feed those in need by generously donating non-perishable food items.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO GET INVOLVED CONTACT: Lynzi Michal 416.385.1100 Ex22 or Imichal@frpo.org

Look for the Food Drive signs in your building to participate. Volunteers will be canvassing for food donations, which will be donated to local food banks.

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1 BEDROOMS FROM $1003 2 BEDROOMS FROM $1289 SUITES INCLUDE • Air Conditioning • 5 Appliances which includes in-suite washer & dryer • Large Eat-In Kitchen • Vertical blinds and carpeting • Security intercom • Stunning panoramic views • Spacious balcony

RENTAL OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm Saturday & Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm

RECEIVE 1 MONTH FREE RENT WITH A MOVE IN DATE OF MAY 1ST OR EARLIER*

FACILITIES INCLUDE • Fully equipped exercise room • Indoor swimming pool • Sauna • On-site management office • Underground parking • Recreation Room • Library • Games Room • Guest Suite

CLOSE TO • Minutes to transit & GO Train • Breithaupt Community Centre • Easy access to highway #85 & #7 • Local shopping • Wilfred Laurier University • University of Waterloo • Schools & churches

305 & 315 Margaret Avenue

519.744.3468

315margaretplace@morguard.com

www.margaretplace.ca *Selected suites only and some conditions apply *One month's free rent will be applied on the 11th month, subject to availability and certain conditions.