Calgary New Home + Condo Guide - June 25, 2021

Calgary June 25–July 23, 2021

The first and only complete guide to pre-construction homes and condos

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EXPLORE CANMORE: CALGARY’S HAPPY PLACE

BUYING A SPEC HOME – WHAT EXPERTS SAY

S TA R T I N G F R O M T H E $ 2 0 0 S

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Contents Cover Story

8 Bri-mor Developments First showhomes open at encore west Grove estates

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16 T uscan Rise: Hotter than summer

39 Take a seat

18 F inding ZEN in Rockland Park 36 T he future is now in Southpoint trenDing

22 S tay-cation: Stay a little, stay a lot

By PEPPER RodRiguEZ

28 C anmore is Calgary’s happy place

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40 New & noteworthy in every issue

06 Editor’s Note 12 inside Calgary 42 What’s online DistriCt MAPs

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EDITOR’S NOTE

ENJOYING THE SUMMER HEAT

PEPPER RODRIGUEZ EDITOR New Home + Condo Guide

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It’s looking like the excitement is back in Calgary this summer!

A bunch of new showhomes in new communities have opened up in and around the city just in time as everything gets back up on track after more than a year in lockdown.

One of this new communities is Encore West Grove Estates that opened its first showhomes on June 19. We were on hand to notice the excitement that only new showhomes can bring and the pair of beauties from Cedarglen Homes is just what was needed after so long. Check out what they – and the community itself - have to offer in our cover feature inside.

We also got to see for ourselves the exciting Tuscan Rise townhomes from Rockford, which has new showhomes that give a taste of what life is like in this popular established community in the northwest. Avalon Master Builder also gets to astound us with their new ZEN development in the new community of Rockland Park also in the northwest. Vesta Properties, meanwhile, is opening the next phase of their Southpoint community in Airdrie as strong demand continues.

If you need more convincing that the excitement is back, just check out the stories in our Inside Calgary about what other communities are opening up.

In Canmore, we explore why this quaint mountain resort town just west of the city has become Calgary’s happy place even as recreational housing market again seems to explode.

Speaking of happy places, we also have a feature inside that give our readers some tips on the best stay-cation places around, and Canmore is just one of them.

There is a lot more to do in the city now, and we can’t wait to see you again at the next showhome opening. Pick us up every month – or follow us on Instagram and Facebook - to find out what you need to know about Calgary’s new home industry.

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Cover Story

First shoWhomEs opEn at

EncorE WEst GrovE EstatEs

by PePPer rodriguez

The opening of showhomes is a grand event that serves to not only introduce the public to a builder’s latest design innovation, but also offer a glimpse into the lifestyle offered in the community itself.

Consider that mission accomplished, as Cedarglen Homes opens two brand new showhomes in the dynamic, young community of Encore West Grove Estates.

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To be sure, even if Encore is a young community itself, it is going up within a well-established neighbourhood that already has families and children and amenities to welcome them right away.

Cedarglen Homes is introducing the three-storey Lacombe 3ST and Clairmont 26 in Encore and they are guaranteed to wow visitors. Both offer stylish, innovative designs that perfectly

fit family life in today’s world.

The two-storey, three-bedroom 2,423-square-foot Clairmont 26, and the three-storey fourbedroom, 2,685-square-foot Lacombe 3ST show how Cedarglen and Encore West Grove Estates developer, Bri-mor Developments, were able to work together to offer affordable semiestate living in the sought after southwest.

Bri-mor Developments and Cedarglen Homes worked together extensively to come up with home designs that strike a balance between livability and budget.

And it all worked out beautifully.

“We have already sold 28 of the 64 lots in Encore West Grove!” says Cedarglen Homes Area Sales Manager, Kimberly Holstein.

Interestingly enough, the bulk of the sales happened just over the past six months, which perfectly illustrates the demand for this particular product.

Holstein says these homes offer their buyers the opportunity to “come together” as a family.

Whether as a blended family or a multi-generational family, the homes Cedarglen offers in Encore is equipped for life together under one roof.

“It’s perfect for new beginnings.

Buyers are coming from all over and buying a home of their own for the first time. These are homes for growing families - or those looking to start one – who want to set down roots for their future,” she says.

Encore West Grove Estates appeals to the lifestyles of young couples and growing families looking to put down roots, and this demographic makes up almost 90 per cent of buyers here.

Most of Cedarglen’s design innovations were gleaned after careful consideration of what buyers were looking for in the past year. Though they sit on slightly lower average lot size compared to the neighbouring Rise at West Grove Estates, these are homes that don’t compromise on

spacious livability and function.

Cedarglen added popular new features such as a wash sink in the mud room where people can clean up before entering the household. There’s a dedicated coffee station that can answer one’s daily caffeine fix. Home offices are wider and more adaptable for work-at-home scenarios. And just wait until you see the grand third storey loft with its vaulted ceilings and inviting outdoor patio in the Lacombe 3ST. It is such an unbelievably inventive

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and tres chic way of using this extra living space Cedarglen Homes is the exclusive homebuilder in Encore West Grove Estates. This new community is a continuation of Bri-mor’s successful West Grove Estates development, that includes the initial West Grove Estates community and the recently-soldout The Rise at West Grove Estates where Cedarglen was also one of the builders.

Bri-mor has retained a distinct look throughout the divergent phases by maintaining strong architectural controls, says Brimor Developments Managing Director, Aleem Dhanani.

“A key strength of West Grove Estates has been its strict architectural guidelines which help maintain and preserve value,” Dhanani says. “We have worked to maintain the same inspiration as the previous phases.”

That being said, he says they have approved two new home styles in Encore – Transitional and Modern Farmhouse – which allows for homeowners to “express themselves through modern styling while still tying visually to the traditional architecture found in our neighbouring communities of West Grove Estates and the Rise at West Grove Estates.” For the first time, white exteriors were allowed in Encore which has been wellreceived by buyers.

The distinctively unified look is just one of the ingredients that adds to Encore West Grove’s charm. It also offers a lifestyle centred on a safe, caring and nurturing environment. It is a peaceful enclave surrounded by thick stands of aspen, crisscrossed by idyllic pathways and greenspace, and a location rich in amenities, Relative affordability is its unique feature, with homes starting from the mid $700,000s. Given the recent increases in material costs, Encore West Grove remains one of 10 New Home + Condo Guide | June 25–July 23, 2021

the most affordable community in all of the southwest, Dhanani says Bri-mor has nurtured the entire West Grove Estates community to fruition, putting in place everything that was needed to bring out the full lifestyle potential of living in the southwest. There are a multitude of schools nearby, a diverse choice of restaurants, groceries and boutique shops that are a mere five minutes away. And within the community itself, life is ready to be lived – and enjoyed.

There are nearly eight acres of greenspace throughout

the whole West Grove Estates area that Bri-mor has designed to strengthen familial and community bonds and connect its three distinct developments.

There is a junior football field, and a skating rink that has become a focal point of social life in the community this winter.

There is a reflective park that gives dog walkers and joggers a moment of contemplation, and the ravine and natural reserves surrounding it along with thick stands of aspen complete a closeto-nature character.

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STAMPEDE LOTTERY DREAM HOME

What’s Happening This year’s Stampede may be a little different, but what will always remain the same is the Stampede Lottery Dream Home, and this year’s grand prize showhome can make anyone yell “Yahoo!” The 2021 Dream Home built by Homes by Avi is a two-storey, 2,490 square-foot house in a Modern Prairie elevation. “We are very excited to be back, and we can’t wait for everyone to see what we’ve done for this year’s Dream Home,” says Homes by Avi Marketing Manager, Stephen Dawe. The home is also adorned by the stunning artwork from this year’s Homes by Avi Stampede Dream Home Artist, Katie Leahul. This is the 25th year Homes by Avi and the Calgary Stampede Lotteries have been in partnership and this $1.109 Million four-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath home is a testament to their relationship. The winner also gets $100,000 in cash. To get your tickets, go to www.calgarystampedelotteries.ca and for more information on the grand prize show home, visit www.homesbyavi.com.

Homestead opening Partners Development Group just opened its first community – Homestead – with the debut of 16 new showhomes.

Excel Homes, Genesis Builders Group and Trico Homes have laned and front-garage homes in Homestead, while partners themselves are launching their Journey by partners two-storey street towns with no condo fees.

Just on the east side of Stoney Trail and McKnight Boulevard in Calgary’s expanding northeast, Homestead is a throwback to simpler times and small-town living. Partners says it wants to make this 230-acre community seem as welcoming and inviting to their “homesteaders.”

“Reception has been fantastic! Both customers and realtors alike have found tremendous value in the variety of homes and with options starting from 12 New Home + Condo Guide | June 25–July 23, 2021

the $300s,” says Partners Marketing Manager, Cale Marklund. “Customers also like that it really feels a bit offset from the city – being on the east side of Stoney gives the community a bit more peace and quiet and helps create a feeling of relaxation for some people.” Showhomes are open for walk-ins and by appointment. For more information, go to www. liveinhomestead.ca.

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DID YOU KNOW?

The name Canmore originates in Scotland, possibly in honor of King Malcolm III. The anglicized version has been variously translated as “big head” or, more likely, “great head” or “chief.”

Jayman BUILT partners with HomeSpace Society to battle homelessness HomeSpace Society and its builder partner Jayman BUILT team up in the fight against homelessness in Calgary, as they open Orion, a 51-unit affordable housing development in the Beltline.

Orion is the first independent affordable housing construction by HomeSpace since the conclusion of the collaborative campaign formerly known as RESOLVE, a program that spurred the construction of nearly 2,000 homes across the city.

With more than 3,200 Calgarians experiencing homelessness and thousands more at risk, this development is a significant step in meeting the increase in demand for safe and affordable housing.

“Collaboration with private and public sectors is critical for HomeSpace in developing and managing supportive, affordable housing for individuals and families in need,” says Bernadette Majdell, CEO, HomeSpace.

“Jayman is very fortunate to work with HomeSpace as they continue to execute on important initiatives within our communities,” says Jay Westman, Chairman and CEO of Jayman BUILT. “This project speaks to our belief that every Calgarian deserves secure and affordable housing, and we are proud to support Orion in housing over 50 Calgarians during this time of need.”

Ambleton welcomes virtually The New Northwest continues its rapid growth as Qualico Communities announce the virtual opening of new showhomes in its young community of Ambleton.

“We are really excited about this community and the new showhomes in Ambleton,” says Nina Wulder, Communications and Marketing Coordinator, Qualico Communities Calgary.

In lieu of an in-person event, starting on June 26 at 11:00am and for the next five Saturdays, Qualico Communities has partnered with Shaw Communications to host weekly virtual tours to be aired on the @qualicoyyc Facebook page. This event will allow viewers to tune in and comment on their favorite features of the homes to be entered to win a $100 VISA gift card.

“It is an exciting way for customers to view the homes in the community, and the virtual tours give each builder the opportunity to show their products, features, and promotions,” says Wulder. “It is also nice to have viewers engage in the post to talk about what they like about the homes.”

Ambleton will feature Front Garage and Laned models immediately with Townhomes and Condos coming in phase two. Front Garage homes starting in the High $500’s from builders Shane Homes, Sterling Homes, and Trico Homes. Jayman BUILT and Broadview Homes are building the laned models, starting in the low $400’s. nexthome.ca 13

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TUSCAN RISE: HOTTER THAN SUMMER

by PEPPER RODRIGUEZ Affordability, functionality and style have always been the hallmarks of Rockford. This formula worked to perfection in their Tuscan Rise townhomes, as sales continue scorch this summer.

The two- and three-bedroom row townhomes that Tuscan Rise offers have been very well received in the well-established community of Tuscany in the northwest. So well-received in fact that the initial release of townhomes is all but sold out.

“Most of our incredibly popular Siena townhomes are now sold and so we are now focused on ramping up sales for our Verona model,” says area manager Helena Kipp.

The two-bed, two-bath Verona is guaranteed to win hearts and minds with its well-thought-out floorplan that optimizes all livable space and couples it with a hard-to-match affordability.

“We anticipate the Verona to be very popular with first time home buyers such as those living at home and saving up to buy and those currently renting,” 16 New Home + Condo Guide | June 25–July 23, 2021

Kipp says. “Our extremely attractive starting price of $269,000 + GST gives purchasers an opportunity to get into home ownership at a very reasonable cost. In fact, many purchasers will likely end up paying less to own their townhome than they currently pay for rent!”

Kipp estimates that a Verona monthly mortgage payment based on the starting price with a five percent down will only be $1,140 a month.

She says that they are also seeing a huge demand for quick possession townhomes, and Rockford is moving to meet the challenge. “We are currently completing three quick-possession Veronas that will be ready to move in by the fall.”

Tuscan Rise has three models ranging in size from about 1,100 to 1,183 square-feet. The Verona is a two-bedroom, two-bath layout with an option to develop the basement. It includes two outdoor assigned parking stalls. The Arezzo is a two-bed, two-bath townhome with a tandem garage. It is at 1,103 square-feet and starts at $325,000 + GST.

The Siena is available in two- or three-bedroom floor plans with 2.5 bathrooms and an option to develop the basement. It includes an attached single car garage with driveway. It is at 1,183 square-feet and the last two remaining Sienas are priced at $356,000 + GST. “We have a limited number of walk-out units in this plan,” Kipp says.

A taste of the lifestyle that is offered in Tuscan Rise can be sampled in the two Siena showhomes that are open. The kitchen with its centre island with extended ledge makes it perfect for hosting house parties (once we can do so safely again), or for quick breakfasts for couples on the go. The developed basement shows how much lifestyle space these models offer.

“The standard specs we offer are already quite outstanding,” Kipp says. These include the luxury vinyl sheet flooring, which is pretty durable especially for families with young children or pets. The flatstyle Thermafoil kitchen cabinetry

is very stylish and quite practical, as they are easy to clean.

Tuscan Rise is conveniently located close to Crowchild Trail and 12 Mile Coulee Road and has easy access in and out of the community. It’s a peaceful, family orientated area with lots of walking paths, ravines and beautiful scenery. Those who enjoy the outdoors will find easy access to Nose Hill Park, Cochrane and it’s close and convenient to head west towards the mountains.

“We have established schools, shopping, plenty of local businesses and services and the LRT station is a three-minute drive away,” Kipp says. Tuscan Rise is giving buyers a final opportunity to own a new home in this popular, amenity-rich neighbourhood, she adds.

Tuscan Rise will have a total of 83 units once this development is complete. “Customers can expect a low maintenance lifestyle. Our homeowners enjoy inexpensive condo fees which take care of all exterior maintenance and

repairs. This allows our owners to enjoy their downtime rather than spending it cutting the grass or shovelling snow!”

+ COMMUNITY Tuscany DEVELOPMENT Tuscan Rise townhomes DEVELOPER Rockford ADDRESS 167 Tuscany Summit Heath NW HOURS Monday – Wednesday 2pm – 6pm Saturday/Sunday/Holidays 12pm – 5pm WEBSITE www.tuscanrise.ca

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PROPERTY PROFILE

Finding zen in Rockland PaRk

by PePPer rodriguez

Buzz is at an all-time high for ZEN Rockland Park with the new sales centre opening this July in what may just be the most hotly anticipated new community in the northwest.

ZEN Rockland Park is everything fans of Avalon Master Builder’s line of ZEN townhomes could hope for. It combines the sustainable, affordable, and well-built characteristics of a typical ZEN townhome with the fantastic views and amenities of this community tucked in a naturerich corner of the northwest.

“In Rockland Park, we’re building our stacked townhome product, similar to the townhomes we currently sell in Cranston’s Riverstone and Seton,” says Avalon Master Builder sales and marketing lead, Marni Chenier. The new sales 18 New Home + Condo Guide | June 25–July 23, 2021

centre gives a preview of what can be expected in this latest ZEN townhome when the showhomes open later in fall this year.

ZEN Rockland Park will consist of two-storey energy-efficient townhomes, some with private rooftop patios and/or third level developments, and all with private fenced backyards.

There will also be single-level flats with outdoor patio space.

ZEN Rockland Park will have seven floorplans to choose from ranging from 500 to 1,700 square feet. Prices start in the $170,000s for single-level flats and from the $300,000s for two-storey townhomes.

ZEN Rockland Park gives Avalon the opportunity to try out new innovations for their stacked townhome products. “We’re

offering a couple of variations on our floorplan options in this community; third-level development with an extended rooftop patio. The other difference is the setting. In Rockland Park, our site overlooks the Bow River with views of downtown Calgary and Canada Olympic Park. ZEN Rockland Park offers estate-living views at starter home prices,” Chenier says.

Sales have been steady since pre-selling began last year. “We’ve now released two buildings, and we’ll be releasing a third building later this summer,” Chenier says.

“Our buyers are primarily first-time home buyers and right-sizers. These are also great townhomes for an investment,” she adds. Avalon has started a Live Up/Rent Down campaign

that encourages investors to buy both the upper stacked unit and the single-level suite below it.

“They can have the upper unit to live in, while renting out the lower unit.,” Chenier says. Beginning July this year, Avalon is offering a one-year rental guarantee on our lower-level living flats, she adds.

ZEN Rockland Park offers an affordable way in getting in on the ground floor of what promises to be the premier new community of the northwest. In fact, Rockland Park will be the first master-planned community in the northwest in 10 years.

Brookfield Residential is developing this new community, overlooking Bearspaw and Bow River Reservoir, with proximity to vibrant shopping and yearround recreation. Rockland Park will provide access to activities at a variety of parks and pathways in a sought-after locale on the west side offering city and mountain views.

Rockland Park is 464 acres with 120 acres dedicated to parks and greenspace. No matter where

you buy in the community, you will only be a two-minute walk from greenspace. The vision for Rockland Park is to restore the area’s natural ecology for the benefit of all who call it home.

The community will provide yearround outdoor experiences along natural and regional pathways that wind throughout the community.

There will be something for everyone at Rockland Park, but if you enjoy nature, you’ll definitely want to live here, Chenier says.

“Rockland Park has plenty of parks and pathways. It’s a place where you can bike in the warmer months and ski and go sledding in the winter months.

This community was design for a year-round active lifestyle,” Chenier says. “The community will also offer plenty of amenities, shops and services along with a Homeowners Association with an outdoor swimming pool.”

ZEN Rockland Park is being built in Phase 1, close by the storm pond on the southeastern edge of the community.

+ DEvELOPmEnT ZEN Rockland Park DEvELOPER Avalon Master Builder COmmunITY Rockland Park STYLE Stacked two-storey townhomes (some with third floor development or patio), and single-level suites ADDRESS 260 Rowley Way NW WEb avalonmasterbuilder.com

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DOWNTOWN

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BELTLINE 1. SMITH by Grosvenor smith17.com 2. PARK POINT by Qualex Landmark qualex.ca/ParkPoint

BRIDGELAND 3. Bridgeland Crossings II by Gablecraft Homes liveat.bridgelandcrossings.com 4. Radius by Bucci Developments bucci.com/radius/ 5. Alvaro by Cruz Custom Homes.

Alvarroyyc.com.

6. Bridgeland Hill by Gablecraft Homes liveatbridgelandhill.gablecrafthomes.ca

EAST VILLAGE DEVELOPER: CMLC 7. INK by Battistella Developments battistella.ca/ink/ 8. EVOLUTION by Embassy Bosa evolutioncalgary.com 9. VERVE by Fram Building Group framhomes.com 10. N3 Condos by Knightsbridge & Metorpia N3condo.ca

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KENSINGTON 13. EZRA by Birchwood ezraonrileypark.com 14. SOLA by Ocgrow Group of Companies solacalgary.com 15. ASPEN & BOW

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MISSION 17. DUKE by Avi Urban aviurban.com 18. MATRIX IN MISSION by Mission 19 Ltd and Gravity Architecture. matrixliving.ca 19. NEST by Bowman. nestyyc.ca

VICTORIA PARK 20. GUARDIAN by Hon Towers theguardiancalgary.com

WEST END 21. AVENUE by Grosvenor & Cressey avenuewestend.com

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1. ARTESIA AT HERITAGE POINTE By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Augusta Fine Homes, Homes by Avi, Brookfield Residential liveinartesia.com

2. AUBURN BAY By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Morrison Homes, REGATTA by Brookfield Residential AUBURN RISE by Logel Homes liveauburnbay.ca

3. COPPERFIELD CHALET NO. 6 by Hopewell

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By: Westcreek Developments Builders: Carlise Group, My Legacy Park, Aldebaran Homes, Trico Homes, Jayman, Shane, Stepper, Calbridge Homes, Luxuria, Sterlin, WestCreek Homes, Morrison Homes, Crystal Creek LEGACY GATE by Carlisle Group

4. COPPERSTONE By: Vesta Properties copperstoneliving.com

5. CRANSTON By: Brookfield Residential

CRANSTON RIDGE

by Cardel Lifestyles

ZEN CRANSTON

by Avalon Master Builder brookfieldresidential.com

MAHOGANY ESTATE Builders: Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Homes by Avi mahoganyliving.com

9. QUARRY PARK By: Remington Development Corporation THE GATES II by Remington Development Corporation

GATESTONE TOWNHOME COLLECTION by Remington Development Corporation

CALAIS VILLAS by Remington Development Corporation

10. SETON By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Avalon Master Builder, Brookfield Residential, Cedarglen Homes, Jayman BUILT, Rohit Communities, Trico Homes thesetonexperience.com

11. UNITY IN SETON Builders: Trico Homes

12. WALDEN By: Genstar Builders: Cardel Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, California Homes, Cedarglen Homes, WALDEN PLACE by Cardel Lifestyles AXIS by Rockford Development HOLLAND PARK by Excel Homes waldenliving.ca

13. WESTMAN VILLAGE By: Jayman BUILT Builders: Jayman BUILT westmanvillage.com

14. WOLF WILLOW By: Westcreek Developments Builders: Cove Properties, Stepper, Trico Homes, Shane Homes, JaymanBUILT, Morrison Homes, Maddison Avenue liveatwolfwillow.ca

CRANSTON’S RIVERSTONE Builders: Cedarglen Homes, Baywest Homes, Calbridge Homes, Brookfield Residential experienceriverstone.com

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CALGARY’S HOTTEST

STAY-CATION SPOTS

by PEPPER RODRIGUEZ

Waterton Lakes National Park

Stay a little, stay a lot. If there ever was a silver lining to the lockdown, it is that it has made us appreciate the beauty surrounding us. Day trips out to Kananaskis, soaking in the beauty of local parks and just discovering new pathways in the immediate neighbourhood while walking the dog.

Appreciating everything close to home is how many of us chose to spend the year in lockdown and we asked a few in our homebuilder and developer network what they thought was the best that Calgary and area offered by the way of the perfect stay-cation plan.

The answers may surprise and delight, but they also educate us and give us some tips on where we can spend our free time when vacationing abroad is still not an option. Here’s what our friends think.

the Elbow River in the southwest, and there are hiking trails and pathways, and cross-country skiing is an option in the winter.

Carburn Park is also a lovely spot in southeast Calgary just off 18th Street SE and close to the Bow River. It is surrounded by the dog park, a lovely pond, and is a great place to jog or even have a picnic.

Smith says the nearby Beaver Dam Flats and Refinery Park are just as beautiful to spend a warm day in.

Fish Creek Park, one of Canada’s largest urban parks, offers some of the bests hiking trails in the city.

“We have branched off for long walks and bike rides from Marshall Springs, Votier’s Flats, Hull’s Wood, and Sikome Lake,” Smith says.

DAY TRIPS OUTSIDE CALGARY

CITY STAY-CATION

Emily Smith, Manager of Marketing & Customer Care at Qualico Communities Calgary, is a very outdoorsy person who has a ton of ideas on where to spend a stay-cation in and around the city.

In Calgary, she says one of her favourite places to walk and bike are along the North and South Glenmore Park pathways, including Weaselhead Flats.

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If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, Smith has even more ideas where to head off to. “Glenbow Ranch just outside of Cochrane has amazing views and interesting history about the area,” she says.

Glenbow Ranch is 3,200 acres of native fescue grassland and an active cattle ranch. Visitors can enjoy stunning vistas, rolling hills, and spot the occasional cowboy as you explore nearly 40 kilometres of paved and shale path – all of it is just a stone’s throw from Calgary and Cochrane.

There is also Big Hill Springs Provincial Park in the foothills of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains, about 40

Photo courtesy Parks Canada

TRENDING | STAY-CATION YYC

Photo courtesy Victoria Wakefield @hike365

Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site.

Metis trapper tents.

bears, eagles, dear and all kinds of wildlife. There are also some more advanced hikes off the ferry too!”

GLAM IT UP

Glamping (glamorous camping) has gained more popularity during the lockdown, as city folk get to enjoy the outdoors without really roughing it. But there is also the option of just glamming it up big time in one of the city’s fine hotels, like what Excel Homes Marketing Manager, Kristina Plank, suggests.

“My favourite would have to be Hotel Arts with their Poolside Bar. When you’re there it feels like you are at a resort somewhere, really takes you away from everyday life. It’s the perfect stay-cation spot in the city!”

Plank says her second favourite would have to be their sister hotel, Hotel Kensington. “It is a smaller boutique hotel with five-star dining, right in the heart of Kensington. It overlooks the river – perfect place for a quiet and relaxing getaway in the city.”

Hotel Arts offers outdoor dining experiences at its Poolside patio at Hotel Arts and Oxbow’s river view patio at Hotel Arts Kensington.

An urban oasis, the Hotel Arts Poolside patio is

Grassi Lakes

Photo courtesy Victoria Wakefield @hike365

Glenbow Ranch

Photo courtesy Parks Canada

kilometres northwest of Calgary. It features a series of springs and small waterfalls that flow year-round over rocky terraces covered with a lush growth of mosses, shrubs, and grasses. “It’s currently closed for some construction work but is expected to reopen this summer. It is super family-friendly,” Smith says.

In Canmore, she recommends Grassi Lakes Trail head. “It is obviously a known favourite, but Rundle Forebay Reservoir just down the mountain is lovely too! We did a great loop along the river in Canmore last fall too, and the Canmore Engine Bridge was cool!”

Kinbrook Island at Newell Lake about two hours east of the city features an amazing campground, lovely beach, power boating, fishing, wetlands and pathways. “Also close to Dinosaur Park! It’s like Sylvan Lake, but less busy!”

“One of our favourite day trips is driving to Chain Lakes, through Nanton (candy store and antique shops!), and down highway 533. It’s so beautiful!”

“I have Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park on my personal list this summer. It has unique land formations and important cultural drawings carved into the walls. I really look forward to learning more about this special place,” she tells Calgary New Home + Condo Guide.

And lastly, Waterton is a perennial favourite, about three hours south of Calgary. “There is lots to see and do and the wildfires have left a carpet of wildflowers in the summer. We went full tourist last year and did the ferry. It goes over the American border (with no quarantine necessary!) and back again. You can see

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protected from the elements with a tent-like covering and features fireplaces, heat lamps and in-floor heating. Even on the coolest of spring evenings, our patio can maintain a balmy 24 degrees.

There is no better place to enjoy a cocktail and get an early start on summer. Hotel guests have priority access to poolside dining and are encouraged to make a reservation for a spot on this coveted patio.

Non-hotel guests are welcome to dine with us on a first-come, first-served basis.

Carburn Park

The benefit of a stay-cation is not just for your soul but also goes in supporting the local economy. Local shops, restaurants can use all the support we can give at this time, and you can’t get any more local than staying in the neighbourhood.

Jayman BUILT Marketing Manager, Vanessa Sambrooke, can’t think of anywhere better to spend a lazy afternoon than supporting the various commercial establishments in Westman Village – Calgary’s very own resort lifestyle mixed-use condos in the southeast.

“Lounging in the courtyards in front of the fountains with some Marble Slab or grabbing brunch at Diner Deluxe and Analog, walking along Mahogany Lake, finishing off with pizza from The Mash, wine from 5 Vines and Dessert from Pie Junkie – what else could you want?” she asks.

Chairman’s Steak House located right in Westman Village is of course getting a reputation as a premier dining spot in Calgary and they can’t wait to welcome dine-in customers back.

A myriad of retail stores, commercial services, diners, and coffee shops have sprung up around the Village, which has its own state-of-the-art recreation centre at the heart of it, and the added allure of Mahogany Lake just beside it is as captivating a vacation as can be.

Photo courtesy Travel Alberta

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2. CORNERSTONE By: Anthem United Builders: Jayman BUILT, Luxuria Homes, Morrison Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes, Shane Homes Truman liveatcornerstone.ca

3. REDSTONE

NEW CONDOS

6. LIVINGSTON

10. CHESTERMERE

By: Brookfield Residential ple Dr Builders: Homes by Avi, Brookfield Okotoks BlackMorrison Homes, JaymanBuilt, Residential, Diamond Cedarglen Homes, Daytona Homes

2 RAINBOW FALLS

By: Truman Developments Builder: Jager Homes, Lionsworthe Homes, Douglas Homes, ReidBuilt Homes

MAVERICK

CHELSEA

By: Avi Urban brookfieldresidential.com

By: Anthem United.

Builders: Trico Homes, Truman Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes, Luxuria Homes. chelseachestermere.com

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7. SKYVIEW RANCH By: Brookfield Residential Builders: Arrive by Partners Developments

By: Qualico Communities Builders: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Jayman BUILT, Trico Homes, Shane Homes, Shane Homes, Truman Homes, Granite

by Jayman BUILT, Redstone Parks, Ember Park by StreetSide Developments calgary.qualicocommunities.com/ redstone

8. CORNERBROOK

4. CITYSCAPE

By: Cedarglen Builder: Cedarglen Homes, Cedarglen Living theparksofharvesthills.com

By: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes mattamyhomes.com

5. SAVANNA IN SADDLE RIDGE By: Genstar Development Co. Builders: Cardel Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes, Arcuri Homes, Rohit Communities, Prominent Homes genstar.com/calgary/savanna

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By: Westcreek Developments Builders: WestCreek Homes, Stepper, Maddison Avenue, Cardel Homes, Trico Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes and Luxuria Homes livecornerbrook.ca

9. THE PARKS OF HARVEST HILLS

DAWSON’S LANDING By: Qualico Communities.

Builders: Broadview Homes, Morrison Homes, NuVista Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Truman Homes

KINNIBURGH By: Pollyco Developments Builders: Stepper Homes, Canterra custom homes, Sterling Homes, Lifestyle Homes, Douglas Homes, Westridge Fine Homes, Broadview Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Sunstar Homes, Jager Homes

11. THE RANCH By: Anthem United Builders: Jager Homes and WestView Builders theranchunited.com

12. LYALTA THE LAKES OF MUIRFIELD Builders: Douglas Homes, Today’s Homes, Ribero Homes and Compass Rose Homes lakesofmuirfield.com

HOT PROPERTIES / CALGARY AREA

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5. JUMPING POUND RIDGE

By: La Vita Land Builders: Calbridge Homes, Janssen, NuVista Homes firesidecochrane.com

By Slokker Homes jumpingpound.com

2. HEARTLAND By: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling, Rohit heartlandcochrane.com

3. THE WILLOWS OF RIVER HEIGHTS By: La Vita Land Builders: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes, Calbridge Homes and Sterling Homes thewillowscochrane.com

4. RIVERSONG By: Tamani Communities Builders: Jayman BUILT, Trico Homes, THE RISE by Jayman Modus riversongcochrane.com

6. SUNSET RIDGE

By Melcor Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, JaymanBUILT, Landmark Homes liveinsunsetridge.ca

7. PRECEDENCE TOWNHOMES Builders: Trico Homes tricohomes.com

8. RIVERCREST By: Slokker Homes , Qualico Communities Builders: Slokker Homes, Kingsmith Homes, Timber Creek Homes, Trico Homes, Broadview Homes and Sterling Homes. homeisrivercrest.ca

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Spring Creek

Canmore is Calgary’s happy plaCe

by PePPer rodriguez

It is said you can’t buy happiness but buying a home in Canmore comes pretty close.

The promise that Canmore holds has always been as a haven for city-weary denizens looking for some respite from the hurly burly, and the town’s fresh mountain air and soothing views of the Rockies has always been the tonic against the daily grind.

As the province slowly finds its way back to normal, Canmore is again stirring with new activity.

There are reports that recreational home market is seeing a new vitality, and Canmore will certainly benefit from this.

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A Royal LePage survey released in June says the aggregate price of a secondary property in Canada’s recreational regions is expected to increase 15 per cent across the country to $502,730.

In Alberta, already commanding some of the highest prices for recreational property in the country, that number could rise to six per cent to $942,881.

These days, Canmore seems to be bursting with promise and potential and a palpable energy is coursing through its Main Street once again. As in previous years, the epicentre of the action seems to be in

Spring Creek Mountain Village.

“Spring Creek is at the heart of Canmore, offering diverse home options so that people can own and live how they want, whether it be full time, for vacation use or as a rental income property,” says the developer Frank Kernick.

“With our central location we have 360-degree views of the Rocky Mountains and are a short walk to Main Street and all of the activities that Canmore has to offer. Our owners love the Spring Creek vision that celebrates a friendly atmosphere and sense of connectedness to the surrounding natural environment.”

The development just off Canmore’s downtown is now close to 50 per cent build out, and it is close to fulfilling the master plan, for a modern mountain retreat. It has been on a rapid path to progress since development started in 2006, with a host of condo and townhome buildings already finished. It is also now home to the new Malcolm Hotel and the Origin at Spring Creek retirement facility.

Spring Creek’s most recent condo development, the Jack Pine Lodge, was sold out prior to completion and the residents have all moved in. Next in line is the Tamarack, which will begin occupancy in the first quarter of 2022, with only three of its 81 units left to sell.

“We just broke ground for

our Arnica Lodge in March and Timberstone will break ground in the spring of 2022,” says Ross Jansen, sales manager at Spring Creek. Arnica Lodge has about 10 of its 41 units already sold, and Timberstone, with 56 units, is expected to be just as popular.

Condo size and prices range from one- to threebedrooms from $369,000to $1.4M, Jansen says.

He points out that approximately 65 per cent of owners live in Spring Creek full time. Others use it for recreation property or for rental income. “We have 240 tourist home designation units, which is more than anywhere else in Canmore.”

The Malcolm Hotel that opened just a few years ago is already a landmark in town.

Malcolm Hotel Iron Goat

Malcolm Hotel

As Canmore’s premiere luxury hotel, The Malcolm offers an impressive and inspiring destination for business meetings, conferences, retreats and special events in the Alberta Rockies.

“The Malcolm Hotel, a 4-Star Hotel and Canmore’s crowning jewel,” says Amelia Flaherty, conference Sales Manager at the Malcolm Hotel. “Our breathtaking Spring Creek location offers effortless access to Canmore’s charming shops, art galleries and restaurants, as well as the exhilarating mountain attractions and adventures of the Bow Valley.”

The Malcolm Hotel features 124 well-appointed guestrooms, including 72 Double Queen Rooms, 32 King Rooms, and 20 spacious Suites.

Spring Creek and the Malcolm Hotel will certainly make a great base of operations for any Canmore adventure. And there is adventure to be had in this fourseason mountain resort town. nexthome.ca 29

Malcolm Hotel

Skiing in winter is of course a perennial favourite activity, but hiking, biking and golf in the warmer months are also popular pursuits. Of course, the lively and dynamic social scene in town is coming back to life as health restrictions ease. Incredible views, and the friendliness of the people themselves only added to the heady tonic.

There is just so much to do in town. The Elevation Place recreational centre provides indoor recreational opportunities including wall climbing and swimming. People love to bike on the Legacy Trail to nearby Banff. Local craft breweries are a main attraction, so art local art galleries, and your choice of international-calibre restaurants.

“We are spoiled for choice in Canmore with so many celebrated chefs and restaurants.”

Says Sping Creek’s Jansen.

“We love the Stirling patio at the Malcolm Hotel for the delicious menu and peaceful creekside views. The Iron Goat is always a favourite for the sweeping 30 New Home + Condo Guide | June 25–July 23, 2021

mountain vistas. The Mineshaft Tavern in the Origin at Spring Creek features daily specials and is a friendly meeting place. There are over a dozen boutique shops in the neighbourhood including a specialty deli, wine store, coffee shop, art gallery, pilates studio…

Sping Creek

and of course we are only a fiveminute walk from Main Street.”

For more information on Spring Creek Mountain Village, visit www.springcreekrealestate.ca.

For Malcolm Hotel, go to www.malcolmhotel.ca.

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5 TIps for sEllIng Your HomE During THE summEr

CoDy Battershill

Are you thinking about selling your home in the summer? If so, you’ll be happy to know that the summer is still a good time to sell because of the warm weather and often lower competition from new inventory.

Here are a few tips that will help guide you towards a successful transaction if you decide to list your home over the next few months. #1 – Know Your Home’s Value

Listing your home for the right price is essential, which is why you’ll want to get a Competitive Market Analysis (CMA) done by a professional REALTOR® that you trust.

A CMA will indicate the potential value of your home by comparing it to similar properties that have been recently sold in the area and those which are currently listed. #2 – Increase Your curb appeal

The first thing potential buyers see when viewing your home is the exterior. First impressions are everything, which means it will go a long way to improve certain elements of your curb appeal, no matter how big or small those changes may be.

Adding a row of flowering pots leading up to your front door, for example, can make your home feel more inviting while boosting curb appeal.

Another great idea is to consider

fresh paint on your front door or exterior trim. Sometimes these areas can become faded or less vibrant over time and this is a great way to add some extra pop to your property’s first impression.

Also, make sure your exterior is as clean as a whistle and check it for any maintenance that needs repair before viewings commence. #3 – put empHasIs on Your outDoor spaces

Summertime means people are outside enjoying various features of their homes like the patio and yard. When selling your home in the summer, it only makes sense that you bring these features into focus by ensuring they are wellkept and maintained.

A beautiful backyard with well-maintained patio space and garden can be hugely appealing for potential buyers who probably enjoy the outdoors and sunshine just as much as you do. #4 – maKe Your Home “summerY”

Summer is a beautiful time of the year, and a few simple tasks can make your house feel more “summery” to match the season and show better. Those include: • Use colourful bouquets of flowers that will also leave a fresh, summer smell in the air • Leave out refreshing drinks and snacks for potential buyers to enjoy • Open the blinds and let all the natural light in • Ensure that your home is cool on the inside

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If you’re ever wondering if now is a good time to sell your home or have other real estate related questions, it’s always a good idea to contact an experienced REALTOR® for the best advice.

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#5 – maKe Your Home anYone’s Home

Showings are all about helping potential buyers envision themselves and their families living in your home. That means you’ll want to consider removing any degrees or personal photos from the interior. get tHe best aDVIce

If you’re ever wondering if now is a good time to sell your home or have other real estate related questions, it’s always a good idea to contact an experienced REALTOR® for the best advice.

Wishing you all the best in your home sale!

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Trending | Buying a spec home

Vesta Properties – Copperstone

What’s the deal With

spec homes?

by PePPer rodriguez

Some compare buying a spec home to a pre-sale home as like getting a custom-made suit or buying off the rack. A fastfood meal to one prepared from scratch. The comparison can be a little bit unfair as spec homes are anything but of inferior quality. The difference is mainly in the convenience they offer to the buyer.

Like much in life, timing plays a crucial role in choosing whether to buy one or the other.

A spec home is industry speak for a home that is built before a homebuyer makes a purchase.

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It is constructed using builder specifications (hence, “spec”) and most are move-in ready or at least available for a quick possession. Homebuilders offer spec homes because not every homebuyer has five to six months to wait for their new home to be built, and it allows them to keep their trades teams busy.

So, what’s the difference between building a new home for yourself or buying a spec home?

We’re glad you asked. We spoke to a couple of homebuilders to give us some tips and insights on the difference between the two.

Top Tips

Vesta Properties – the land developer and exclusive home builder in the family-friendly communities of Copperstone in Calgary’s southeast, and Southpoint in Airdrie – always keeps a healthy inventory of spec homes in its pocket.

But that has become a challenge lately as demand for new homes in both their communities has soared.

Whether pre-sale homes or spec homes, they’ve both been selling well in Calgary’s suddenly hot housing market.

What matters is the timeline and the need of the client.

“If a buyer can wait a few months before they move into their home, then building a pre-sale home may be more suitable. But if the timeline is more of a challenge and they need to be in their new home at a certain date, then the spec home would be perfect,” says AJ van der Linden, Vesta Properties’ Sales Manager for Alberta.

“With a pre-sale home they can get to choose all their finishings, they can choose to have features like vaulted ceilings or sliding glass patio doors included. In some cases, like in our Copperstone community, they can even get their basements developed with the construction of their home,” he tells Calgary New Home + Condo Guide.

Spec homes may be a little more limited in what clients

can get in the finishings department, but the trade-off is the convenience. “But even our spec homes with an unfinished basement in Copperstone, it’s still easy for buyers to work on its development as we provide side entrances as a standard in our single-family homes here which provides easy access to the basement,” van der Linden says.

“Our spec homes also include the most popular finishings, colours and features that our buyers want in their home.”

The common misconception, he says, is that spec homes are of less quality. “That’s not true at all, at least the way we make it,” he says. “One’s not better than the other, it simply depends on what the client needs at the time. Either way, both are new homes that have more value than, say, a resale home.”

Morrison Homes never-Been-lived-in appeal

Morrison Homes has more than six decades of experience building homes in Alberta, and they know a thing or two about the business.

“The benefit of purchasing a spec home is that these never-lived-in home are ready when you are!” says Morrison Homes’ Emilie Kittell.

“Whether they’re nearing completion or are move-in ready a spec home will usually have interior selections hand-picked by talented design consultants and will feature selections that are more neutral while being on-trend and eye-catching,” she adds.

Purchasing a spec home guarantees a quick possession date and the same standards are upheld. When building a new home, selections on your home can be made from the beginning such as floorplan options, interior finishes and upgrades. nexthome.ca 33

“While building a new home offers the freedom to make design and lot selections, they typically come with a longer build time. Both a spec home and new build come with full warranty protection for that added peace-of-mind that isn’t offered with a resale home.” she says.

Whether spec or pre-sale, she says, there isn’t really a difference in price. “There isn’t a difference in the price of a spec home and a new build at the base model,

however different upgrades, additions and options can increase the price for either home types.” morTgage edge

Experts do recommend working with an experienced mortgage specialist when buying a new home. It is important to know that the mortgage rate may be different between spec homes and new builds.

With spec homes, buyers can typically take advantage

of mortgage rate specials and lock in a specific 1-3 month rate hold. A trusted mortgage specialist may be able to get their client the best rate even on a newly built home.

For more information on Vesta properties and what they can offer, go to www.vestaproperties.com.

Check out Morrison Homes latest showhomes and designs at www.morriosnhomes.ca.

Vesta Properties – Copperstone

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PROPERTY PROFILE

The future iS now in

Southpoint It was an extremely busy spring in Southpoint, and this summer looks like it will exceed even that milestone, as Airdrie’s southernmost community prepares to launch its next phase.

As they open Phase 3 on June 26th, Vesta Properties – the developers of Southpoint – are releasing exciting, new home styles, including Southpoint Signature Collection Single-Family Homes and Duplex Style Homes. A pre-sales campaign is ongoing with limited time incentives.

Rowhomes, Urban and Back-to-Back Townhomes are arriving later this year. “A total of five new product types are being introduced in this new phase offering every type of home to answer every lifestyle need and budget,” says Vesta sales manager, AJ van der Linden.

“Showhomes will be opening in August to give everyone a taste of the family-friendly life that we have established in Southpoint,” he adds.

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There is much excitement for Southpoint’s Signature Collection of laned single-family homes.

Van der Linden says it is their most customizable homes yet with a full range of options to choose from, including three-bedroom and three-bathroom models with an unfinished basement that range from 1,735 to 1,867 square-feet of living space. “Our models all come with side entrances so there’s easy access to the basement,” he says.

Vesta’s highly anticipated duplex homes are also newly designed to offer 1,629 to 1,733 square-feet of expertly designed living space. They also have an additional 780 square-feet of unfinished basement.

“Our upscale modern exteriors match the quality of design and finishings in the interiors. Attached front garage with added driveway parking, modern kitchen equipped with oversized island, quartz countertops and premium stainless-steel appliances,

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main floor powder room, mudroom, upper laundry and spacious master retreats are just some of the features you will find in these homes.”

Van der Linden does caution that Phase 3 will only have 10 to 20 of each home type so it’s a very limited opportunity, and he doesn’t expect this supply to last very long either.

The surge of activity has been spurred by strong demand throughout the year that has made it a challenge to maintain any inventory in the community. “We only have two townhomes ready for quick possession in the current phase, there won’t be any more quick-possession homes available until later this year.”

The breathless pace of sales in Southpoint is to be expected in such a completely master-planned

community that offers affordability, convenience, and style. It has proven very popular among new Airdrie residents either coming from another province or another country all together. “We are seeing a lot of migrants from BC and Ontario, as well as immigrants from Africa and Asia.”

Van der Linden says the wide choices in home styles and their affordability has made Southpoint v irresistible to firsttime homebuyers. “Continuing low interest rates and the healthy housing market has really fuelled growth. Rising migration to the province has also worked in our favour,” he adds.

It’s easy to see why Southpoint has been so popular. It is already one of Airdrie’s greenest communities with 12 acres of green space including a tennis

and basketball court, children’s playground, barbecue area, plus a new school and dog park right within the community’s borders.

“The parks are open, the school is open, the dog park is open and about to get expanded as we move into Phase 3,” van der Linden says.

Southpoint already offers the shortest commute to Calgary with easy access to the Deerfoot Trail and Stoney Trail, and it is within walking distance to Airdrie’s Express bus terminal. “The new access off 40th Street to southbound Deerfoot is nearing completion and should make driving to Calgary even more convenient for our residents,” he adds.

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