Ottawa NextHome+CondoGuide Mar. 2 - 16, 2019

Ottawa Mar. 2–16, 2019

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

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WHAT THE HECK IS A HELOC?

THE BASICS OF OWNING A CONDO

Single Family Homes & Townhomes on sale now

Welcome back to Quinn’s Pointe. A uniquely masterplanned community in Barrhaven South. It’s a place for new and growing families to put down roots and build new traditions that will last for years to come.

Visit the Barrhaven Sales Centre at 4005 Strandherd Dr, Nepean, or register online for community updates. mintoquinnspointe.com

EXPERTLY CRAFTED STREETSCAPES

NEW PARKS AND GREEN SPACES

SCHOOLS RIGHT IN THE COMMUNITY

SUPERB FAMILY HOME DESIGN

Phase 2

on sale now

WHY BUY NEW? I INHERITED A BAD HAIRLINE. I DON’T WANT TO INHERIT OLD WIRING. The confidence of a 7-year warranty: one more reason to buy new with Mattamy. Sleep a little easier with the peace of mind that comes from having your home protected.

Discover more reasons to buy new at mattamyhomes.com

HERE’S WHERE YOU CAN BUY NOW IN KANATA. Final 2 Towns & 8 Detached Homes Remaining.

FINAL Towns Include $5,000 At Décor, Finished Basement & Much More.

FINAL Detached Homes Receive Up To $15,000 At Décor.

SALES CENTRE

FINAL Townhomes $416,147 FINAL 36' & 43' Detached Homes $474,990

950 Terry Fox Drive 613.790.2082

Construction Specials Now Available.

Up To $10,000 At Décor & $10,000 Off The Purchase Price On Select 2-Storey Towns.

Up To $20,000 At Décor On Select Detached Homes.

SALES CENTRE

Townhomes $334,990 Detached Homes $442,990

5505 Fernbank Road 613.836.7437

Our Most Established Master-Planned Community Is Wide Open.

Now Selling From Abbottsville Crossing Sales Centre. Receive 3 Stainless Steel Appliances & $5,000 At Décor.

Rear Lane Townhomes $369,990 2-Storey Townhomes $378,990

SALES CENTRE 950 Terry Fox Drive 613.790.2082

Discover More Reasons To Buy New At mattamyhomes.com Please visit mattamyhomes.com for Sales Centre hours All illustrations are artist’s concept. All dimensions are approximate.

Prices, specifications, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

EDITOR’S NOTE

CHOSE AN AREA THEN CHOSE YOUR HOME

MARLENE EISNER EMAIL: Marlene.Eisner@Nexthome.ca TWITTER: @MarleneEisner

A home is not just about four walls and furniture. Where it’s located is equally, if not more important than the physical structure. To truly feel ‘at home’, it’s best to choose a neighbourhood the suits your lifestyle and needs. Luckily, Ottawa is ripe for the pickings.

The new-home market is rich with many projects offering a great selection of home types, designs and prices. Single-detached homes with large yards, twostorey townhomes, luxurious condominium apartments, affordable one-bedroom units in buildings with great amenities – it’s not hard to find a home in an area that makes you feel comfortable.

Many new projects are located outside the city core.

If you desire a more serene life surrounded by nature instead of highrises and highways, a home in the suburbs may be the place for you.

If a carefree lifestyle, having a gym and a pool in your building and being close to restaurants and clubs is more your thing, a new downtown condo will be a good fit.

Doing research is key to picking the area that suits you best. Visit sites, walk the neighbourhoods and make notes on what you see — and don’t see. Buying a home is a long-term investment. You’re going to want to make sure you end up loving where you live.

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MAR 2 - 16, 2019 | VOLUME 19 ISSUE 5

CONTENTS

CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER

Jacky Hill Jacky.Hill@nexthome.ca EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Susan Legge Susan.Legge@nexthome.ca

COVER STORY

ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung EDITOR

Marlene Eisner CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck Amanda Pereira MEDIA CONSULTANT

Julie deBoer julie.deboer@nexthome.ca DISTRIBUTION

DistributionTeam@nexthome.ca SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATORS

Gary Chilvers Sarah Khan ACCOUNTING INQUIRIES

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20 Caivan Communities

14 Legally Speaking

The process of closing a new-home purchase

Your guide to new condo communities in the Gatineau and Greater Ottawa Area

PROPERTY PROFILE

BY JAYSON SCHWARZ

16 Glossary

Know your real estate terminology

C2 Groupe Heafey

Your dream life awaits at the VIU2

ADVICE

C8 Home Smarts

Understand the basics of owning a condo

BY MARNIE BENNETT

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Keehn on Money Do you know how a home equity line of credit works?

BY KELLEY KEEHN

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The Conservancy, Barrhaven A distinctive masterplanned community anchored by the Jock River.

SPOTLIGHT ON CONDOS

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

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Love where you live Enriched with natural playgrounds Valecraft’s community in Embrun becomes a winter splendour where you savour family fun, build a snowman in the yard, or take a hike through a snow-covered trail.

Choose from many layouts on larger lots, and move into your dream home for $100,000 less than the city. View our model home, or visit us online at valecraft.com.

SALES CENTRE 605 Bruxelles St., Embrun ON (613) 370-0288

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ADVICE | KEEHN ON MONEY

DO YOU UNDERSTAND HOW A

HELOC WORKS? MANY CANADIANS DON’T: SURVEY

KELLEY KEEHN

Let’s take a little quiz.

If you make interest-only payments on a line of credit, you’ll have it paid off: A. B. C. D.

In 2 years In 5 years In 22 years Never

Think about it for a moment. I hope you got the correct answer, which is D. Paying the interest only on a line of credit will leave you with that debt forever.

Unfortunately, according to a recent report by the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, for many Canadians, their knowledge and use of home equity lines of credit (HELOC) is putting their well-being at risk.

Some standout findings by the report are: • Most respondents used their HELOC as planned, but one in five borrowed more than intended.

• Most scored less than 50 per cent on their knowledge of HELOCS. • The results also show that more than 25 per cent surveyed made mainly interest-only payments on their HELOC. But, 62 per cent of those interest-only payers expected to repay their HELOC in full within five years,

an overly optimistic result considering more than three million Canadians holding a HELOC owe an average of $65,000.

Shannon Lee-Simmons, fee-only Certified Financial Planner and author of Worry Free Money; the guilt-free approach to managing your money and your life, says HELOCS can be difficult to manage for some people.

“I find that they can spiral during the maternity leave and daycare years when incomes take a hit and expenses skyrocket,” says LeeSimmons. “Families tend to have to dig themselves out of that for some time once daycare is over.

I often say the only financial goal young families need during those

very expensive years is to try to not go into debt or as little as possible so that when the daycare expenses are gone, you can put that money towards savings.”

If you’re struggling to pay off your debt, reach out to a nonprofit credit counsellor or Certified Financial Planner in your area. You can find one at FindYourPlanner.ca.

Kelley Keehn is an award-winning, best-selling author and personal finance educator. She’s also the Consumer Advocate for the Financial Planning Standards Council. Find her at kelleykeehn.com.

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ADVICE | LEGALLY SPEAKING

HOW IT WORKS

ON CLOSING JAYSON SCHWARZ

Lawyers have a tendency to forget that people do not know what to expect as they move closer to their closing, so I hope this helps.

All the delays are over and your builder has sent a letter to your lawyer and/or yourself that states the closing of your newly built house will occur soon, and the closing date is firm. By now your lawyer has completed all the necessary searches and arranged for title insurance.

The first thing you need to do is advise the utility companies in writing — water, hydro, gas or oil, phone, cable, etc.— and the city tax department, of your name, new address and phone number.

Make sure you set up your accounts with these providers or clarify with your lawyer whether he is doing this for you (it is often an extra charge).

There are plenty of books and manuals published on this topic and I suggest you check around. After you set up your accounts, take note of who you can call in an emergency or when you need service. Also, take the time to identify the closest police and fire stations as well as the nearest hospital.

Since you have a new home, ensure you complete your Tarion pre-delivery inspection. See my article on-line at schwarzlaw.ca to know what to look out for.

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receives the adjustments from the builder’s lawyer, your lawyer should call you anywhere from two days to a week before the closing and provide you with the exact figures you need to close the deal. Your lawyer is as anxious as you are to get you the right numbers and receive your money, but sometimes the other side is slow in providing the final figures.

Remember, generally all cheques need to be certified as they go through the lawyer’s trust account.

Ensure that your financial institution has provided your lawyer with mortgage instructions at least a week before closing. Your lawyer cannot close your deal without this, and it is your obligation to ensure he/she has these instructions in a timely manner. So follow up with your broker, bank, trust or private lender.

Usually a day or two before closing, you’ll go to your lawyer’s office and you’ll need to bring with you any extra money needed to close, a copy of the Tarion inspection report and two pieces of ID, one with a picture, (this cannot be an OHIP card).

At the office, you will sign all of the documents necessary to close the deal, which are mostly delivered to the other side as a ‘closing package’.

Now it’s the day of the actual closing, so what happens? Your lawyer delivers the certified cheques and ‘closing package’ to the builder’s lawyer and then both lawyers sign off on the documents through the Government of Ontario’s electronic registry system, called Teraview. All documents are registered, and you own the house! Keys are either handed over at the site, through your real estate agent, or your lawyer will have them. Your lawyer should phone you with this information.

Now what? Move in and enjoy and sometime in the next 60 days, your lawyer should provide you with his report with all your documents and his final account.

Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. Visit online at schwarzlaw.ca or email info@schwarzlaw.ca with your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

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SPOTLIGHT ON

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IN THIS SECTION

YOUR GUIDE TO HIGHRISE, CONVERSION, LOFT, TERRACE & TOWNHOME CONDO PROJECTS

PROPERTY PROFILE slide and skate happily. A bike path runs to its door. Downtown Gatineau, museums, the Byward Market and Major’s Park are all within walking distance.

The building itself offers the refinement expected of a distinctive construction: 10foot ceilings, state-of-the-art soundproofing, large windows to promote natural light, a cuttingedge security system with 24/7 security guard, a high-end gym, a swimming pool, a sauna, a yoga room, a café, a terrace on the 19th floor and indoor parking are just some of the amenities that will make your life more enjoyable.

A SENSIBLE CHOICE

VIU2

SPOTLIGHT ON

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LIVE YOUR DREAM LIFE Imagine opening your eyes each morning to the sight of the majestic Ottawa River, a view of Parliament Hill, and at your feet, Jacques-Cartier Park and its magnificent banks. Imagine an unobstructed vista of the horizon.

Imagine a condo built according to your criteria for a cozy comfort in a privileged living environment.

This dream has a name: The VIU2 from the Heafey Group.

The resounding success of VIU Laurier Street has created a strong demand for upscale condos and

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rental housing on the edge of Jacques-Cartier Park. That’s why the Heafey Group has announced the start of construction in May 2019 of the VIU2, with the top six floors now available for purchase.

A UNIQUE LIVING ENVIRONMENT

The VIU2 is not just a living environment; it’s in the heart of life. Summer and winter celebrations are held right across the street at Jacques-Cartier Park.

In the summer, boats moor at the marina while in the winter, families

Obviously, living at VIU2 is first a spur-of-the-moment decision, a strong emotion that is impossible to repress. But you will be happy to know that this is also a sensible decision because of a Gatineau program that allows owners of VIU2 condo units to get a 90 per cent municipal tax rebate over a 10-year period! Units located on the 19th floor are available starting at $362,900 plus taxes; the municipal tax rebate is approximately $40,000 over 10 years!

To be able to offer this discount, the promoter must carry out a LEED construction respecting strict environmental standards. In addition to saving on your taxes, you will also be able to save on your energy bills. So, after letting your heart speak, you can now listen to your head and make a logical choice.

Sales are going well, do not wait!

The construction will be completed in the summer of 2021. Reserve your unit at VIU2 today, for a lifestyle that lives up to your dreams!

For more information, contact us at 819.744.VIU2 (8482) or visit viu2.ca

Construction Spring 2019 Only 6 floors for sale from the 19th to the 24th floor Only 32 units available 700 sq. ft. and up 90% Taxes Credit for 10 years

LIVE THE LIFE OF YOUR DREAMS

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of impeccably designed suites Find your new home in the heart of Little Italy where stunning views of Dow’s Lake are available from $346,000.

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UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS OF

OWNING A CONDO

SPOTLIGHT ON

CONDOS

MARNIE BENNETT

Over the past 10 years, there’s been a staggering fivefold increase in the percentage of Canada’s new-home market share for condo sales. In just one year in Ottawa, unit sales in the condo market have increased 21 per cent from 173 units sold in January 2018 to 209 units in January 2019.

There are a number of explanations for the shift. Firstly, for many city-dwelling first-time buyers, it’s become the only realistic financial option. Next, even among those “Generation Y” purchasers with thicker wallets, the hipness factor of condo living goes a long way. For a childless 30-year-old, an urban loft has more appeal than a four-bedroom home with a lawn to mow. Additionally, as Baby Boomers become empty nesters, there’s a growing segment of the population looking to downsize from large family homes. Both younger and older purchasers appreciate the worry-free aspect of condo ownership. Maintenance and security issues are kept to a minimum, allowing for a “lockand-leave” lifestyle.

The word “condominium” often conjures an image of a highrise tower. However, it’s actually a legal definition that refers to the method of ownership, not the type of building. With a condominium, you own the interior space of your home outright. Other elements of the building, such as hallways,

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elevators, recreational facilities and outside grounds, are known as “common elements”. These are jointly owned by you and the other homeowners in your building. Your balcony or terrace, and sometimes your parking spot, are known as “exclusive use” common elements.

While their upkeep is not your responsibility, they are intended for your use only.

Condo owners pay for maintenance such as grounds upkeep and swimming pool cleaning through a monthly charge known as a maintenance or condo fee. This fee also covers the costs of management, administration and insurance for common areas, and often covers the cost of utilities. In many cases, a condominium “reserve fund” will cover the replacement cost of items such as a broken furnace.

Maintenance fees can vary substantially between

condominiums, depending on both the square footage of the owner’s home and the level of the building’s amenities.

For instance, a highrise condo with a swimming pool and gym will have higher fees than a townhome condominium with minimal grounds keeping.

Keep in mind that having such amenities at your doorstep may save you the cost of a fitness club membership. You may be able to entertain in a huge party room or watch movies with friends in a multi-media lounge – pastimes that would likely be beyond your reach outside of the condominium paradigm.

While condo living isn’t for everybody, an increasing number of people are discovering its benefits. It comes down to weighing what’s important to you.

To receive a FREE copy of a new special report titled “Homebuyers: How to Save Thousands of Dollars When You Buy,” email sales@bennettpros.com

Marnie Bennett is a broker and CEO of Bennett Property Shop Realty, a full premium service real estate brokerage specializing in marketing and selling new and resale homes, condominiums and investment real estate. Marnie is the host of the weekly radio show “The Bennett Real Estate and Wealth Show” every Saturday at 1 p.m. on 580 CFRA. bennettpros.com

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MOVE IN READY!

Enjoy the riverside at Petrie’s!

Brigil’s Petrie’s Landing is a remarkable riverside community nestled on the edge of the Ottawa River, in one of the coolest areas of Orléans. This waterfront gem deploys panoramic views of the river, Gatineau Hills and surrounding green spaces and is just steps away from light-rail train and renowned Petrie Island, a peaceful wetland and wooded environment with a network of trails and a beach.

Located 15 minutes from downtown Ottawa, the site offers a wide range of condominiums and a business centre equipped with many services on location, including shops, commercial spaces and conference centre. Live, work and enjoy yourselves in this extension of Petrie’s spectacular natural architecture!

Housing types › Luxury condos

PETRIE’S LANDING 21 KM FROM PARLIAMENT 8865 Jeanne d’Arc blvd.N. Orléans, ON

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REAL ESTATE GLOSSARY Amortization

This process combines the interest and principal together in an established schedule of payment installments, rather than simply paying off interest at the start, which helps build home equity early on.

Ontario Building Code

The Ontario Building Code Act is the legislative framework governing the construction, renovation and change-of-use of a building in the Province of Ontario. It establishes detailed technical and administrative requirements in the province.

Assessed value

This is how much a home is worth according to a public tax assessor who makes this determination in order to figure out how much city or state tax the owner owes.

Condo ownership

Condominium ownership is real estate that is independently owned and sellable, but the owners of the individual units also collectively own the common areas, amenities and utilities which are managed collectively by the owners as outlined in the Ontario Condominium Act.

Freehold ownership

Freehold means permanent and absolute tenure of land or property with freedom of full use and control of the land and buildings on it, subject to any rights of the Crown, local land-use bylaws and any other restrictions in place at the time of purchase

Closing

Closing refers to the meeting that takes place where the sale of the property is finalized. At the closing, buyers and sellers sign the final documents, and the buyer makes the down payment and pays closing costs. It is advisable to have a lawyer facilitate closing.

Closing costs

In addition to the actual price of a home, there are also closing costs, which will typically make up about two to five percent of the purchase price, not including the down payment. Examples of closing costs include the mortgage processing costs, title insurance, excise tax, and legal fees.

Adjustable-rate and fixed rate mortgages

There are generally two types of conventional mortgages – a fixed-rate and an adjustable-rate mortgage. An adjustable-rate mortgage means the interest rate can change over the term of the loan. A fixed-rated mortgage simply means that the interest rate stays the same through the entire term of the mortgage and is “locked in”.

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15 NEW MODEL HOMES FEATURING THE LANDMARK SERIES • Quartz countertops • Finished basement • Pot lights • Smooth ceilings • Linear fireplaces* • Contemporary elevations Models to view: KANATA 178 OVERBERG WAY Monday-Wednesday 4pm-8pm Saturday-Sunday 12pm-5pm

Townhomes: Cypress, Gregoire, Penrose, Oliver, Whitney

BARRHAVEN 2097 HELENE-CAMPBELL RD Monday-Wednesday 4pm-8pm Saturday-Sunday 12pm-5pm

Single Family Homes: Baker, Colvin, Cumberland

ORLEANS 247 JOSHUA STREET Monday-Wednesday 1pm-8pm Saturday-Sunday 12pm-5pm

Single Family Homes: Baker, Colvin, Cumberland Townhomes: Carlton, Gregoire, Penrose, Whitney

DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE *See sales representative for details.

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THE CONSERVANCY, BARRHAVEN BY CAIVAN Live, work, and play in The Conservancy, an elegant community that capitalizes on its enviable natural location near the Jock River. Designed

by Caivan Communities, Barrhaven’s newest neighbourhood has already captivated active Ottawans who are drawn to the parks, greenspaces, and walking trails that are thoughtfully integrated into this highly anticipated master-planned community.

The Conservancy, Barrhaven showcases a full range of the finely crafted OpenPlan™ designs that Caivan is known for in a setting that encourages neighbours to balance work and play. Trails and parks make it easy to enjoy nature to the fullest — leafy trails, along with more than 20 acres of greenspace, invite dog owners, bird watchers, and walkers to enjoy a stroll, while the numerous integrated parks entice mountain bikers and hikers in the summer, snowshoers and cross-country skiers in the winter. A canoe launch provides easy access to the river.

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With occupancy beginning in 2020, Phase I of The Conservancy boasts 132 single-detached homes and 73 two-storey townhomes with double-car garages. The generous lots are designed to take advantage of their natural setting, with many of the single-detached homes backing onto greenspace.

This is a modern community with a distinct identity — perfect for families that love nature but want to be connected. Stores and restaurants are minutes away on

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LOCATION Barrhaven DEVELOPER Caivan Communities DEVELOPMENT The Conservancy, Barrhaven HOME TYPE Single-detached homes, bungalows and twostorey townhomes

SALES CENTRE 4100 Strandherd Drive, Suite 115 Monday to Thursday 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday – 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Weekends and holidays 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

CONTACT 613.518.2364 bcsales@caivan.com

Strandherd Drive, with community recreation centres nearby. There’s also easy access to Highway 417 and downtown Ottawa.

The two-storey single-detached homes are set on extra-wide lots ranging from 35’ to 50’, with 12 floorplans offering choices for every size of family. These floorplans are both innovative and practical, highlighting Caivan’s OpenPlan™ designs, which see main-floor posts and structural walls strategically located or eliminated so as not to interrupt the flow of everyday life. The result is a light-filled main living space in which the kitchen, dining area

and great room are joined for easy living and entertaining.

Porches, double-car garages, and mudrooms add to the functionality of each home. Caivan Communities also appeals to small families with a two-bedroom bungalow that offers compact, well-designed living on one floor with a finished basement.

Innovative two-storey townhomes with double-car garages add to the community’s range of designs. On the main floor, a porch entranceway leads into a spacious great room, dining room and kitchen with granite counters and stainless-steel

appliances. Nine-ft. ceilings and eight-ft. doors add airiness. The second floor highlights a generous master bedroom and ensuite, along with an exterior amenity space, as well as two secondary bedrooms that can double as a home office or guest room. A finished basement adds even more living space.

The Conservancy Sales Centre is now open, offering the opportunity to stop in, see the floorplans, and get a sense of how this community is tailored to its natural setting. A stunning 50’ model home is currently open at Orléans Village in Orléans for homebuyers who would like to see firsthand the innovative OpenPlan™ designs, quality finishes, and craftsmanship for which Caivan Communities is known. Two additional model homes are also available for viewing at Caivan’s Fox Run in Richmond Village. nexthome.ca 21

HOT PROPERTIES

FIND YOUR NEXT HOME This page features the latest properties to keep your eye on in the Eastern Ontario area.

AVALON ENCORE By: Minto City: Orleans Housing type: Singles, townhomes, condominiums Contact: 613.834.6400 mintoavalon.com

BLACKSTONE By: Cardel Homes City: Kanata Housing type: Singles and Towns Contact: 613.836.9521 cardelhomes.com

CARLETON CROSSING By: Brigil City: Stittsville Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.257.4079 brigil.com

PLACE ST. THOMAS BY VALECRAFT

CREEKSIDE By: Cardel Homes City: Richmond Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.854.3424 cardelhomes.com

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By: Phoenix Homes City: Barrhaven Housing type: Townhomes phoenixhomes.ca

By: Claridge Homes City: Ottawa Housing type: Condominiums Contact: 613.695.1441 claridgeicon.com

By: Valecraft Homes City: Ottawa South Housing type: Townhomes, lowrise condos Contact: 613.421.8142 valecraft.com

By: Caivan Communities City: Richmond Village Housing type: Singles, townhomes caivan.com

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GREYSTONE

By: Phoenix Homes City: Carp Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.461.0277 phoenixhomes.ca

EDENWYLDE By: Cardel City: Stittsville Housing type: Singles, Townhomes Contact: 613.435.5704 Cardelhomes.com

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FOX RUN

By: eQ Homes City: Old Ottawa East Housing type: Singles, condo, townhomes Contact: 613.569.3043 greystonevillage.ca

LILYTHORNE By: Claridge Homes City: Findlay Creek Housing type: Singles, bungalows, towns Contact: 613.788.2776 claridgehomes.com

MAHOGANY By: Minto City: Manotick Housing type: Singles, towns, bungalow Contact: 343.961.9401 mintomahogany.com

HARMONY By: Minto City: Barrhaven Housing type: Singles, townhomes, condominiums Contact: 613.789.7977 mintoharmony.com

MILLER’S CROSSING By: Cardel Homes City: Carleton Place Housing type: Singles, townhomes Contact: 613.253.1959 cardelhomes.com

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THE BOWERY CONDOS & LOFTS By: Richcraft City: Centretown Housing type: Condominiums Contact: 613.695.7577 thebowerycondos.ca

ORLÉANS VILLAGE By: Caivan Communities City: Orléans Housing type: Singles, townhomes caivan.com

STIRLING PARK By: Claridge Homes City: Nepean Housing type: Condominiums Contact: claridgestirlingpark.com

PLACE ST. THOMAS By: Valecraft Homes City: Embrun Housing type: Single-family homes, bungalows Contact: 613.370.0288 valecraft.com

SUMMERHILL VILLAGE By: Claridge Homes City: Ottawa South Housing type: Condominiums claridgehomes.com

SUNDANCE RATHWELL LANDING By: Valecraft Homes City: Stittsville Housing type: Singles, bungalows, townhomes Contact: 613.435.8141 valecraft.com

By: Claridge Homes City: Ottawa Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.425.1332 claridgehomes.com

TALL SHIPS LANDING By: The Fuller Group City: Brockville Housing type: Condominiums Contact: 613.498.7245 tallshipslanding@fuller.ca tallshipslanding.com

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THE CORNERS ON MAIN By: Domicile City: Ottawa Housing type: Condominiums Contact: 613.806.6246 cornersonmain.ca

THE GRID LOFTS By: Modbox City: Ottawa Housing type: Lofts Contact: 613.301.7782 thegridlofts.ca

WATERRIDGE VILLAGE By: Mattamy City: Rockcliffe Housing type: Townhomes Contact: 613.421.7127 mattamyhomes.com

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

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WEST Almonte

Phoenix Homes

White Tail Ridge

Carleton Place

Brigil

Carleton Crossing

Carleton Place

Cardel

Miller's Crossing

Carp

Phoenix Homes

Diamondview Estates

Kanata

Cardel Homes

Blackstone

Kanata

Mattamy

Fairwinds

Kanata

Mattamy

Abbotsville Crossing

Kanata

Richcraft

Bradley Commons

Kanata

Minto

Arcadia

Kanata

Minto

Morgan’s Creek

Richmond

Caivan

Fox Run

Richmond

Cardel

Creekside

Stittsville

Cardel Homes

EdenWylde

Stittsville

Cardel Homes

Ridgewood Estates

Stittsville

eQ Homes

Fernbank Crossing

Stittsville

Mattamy

Blackstone South

Stittsville

Phoenix

Fernbank Crossing

Stittsville

Richcraft

Westwood

Stittsville

Valecraft

Rathwell Landing

Barrhaven

Caivan

The Conservancy

Barrhaven

Mattamy

Half Moon Bay

Barrhaven

Minto

Harmony

Barrhaven

Minto

Quinn’s Pointe

Findlay Creek

Claridge Homes

Sundance

Greely

Phoenix

Shadow Ridge

Kemptville

EQ Homes

Equinelle

Manotick

EQ Homes

Riverwalk

Manotick

Minto

Mahogany

Ottawa South

EQ Homes

Pathways at Findlay

Ottawa South

Phoenix

Pathways at Findlay

Ottawa South

Richcraft

Pathways at Findlay

Ottawa South

Claridge

Lilythorne

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From $400's

12, 13

From $259's

15

Inquire

7

From $400's

12 & 13

Inquire

7

From $300’s

4&5

From $400's

4&5

From $410's

BC

Inquire

2&3

Inquire

2&3

Inquire

9

Inquire

7

Inquire

7

Inquire

7

From $300’s

17

From $300’s

4&5

From $400’s

12 & 13

From $390’s

BC

From $460’s

10

Inquire

9

From $250’s

4&5

Inquire

2&3

Inquire

2&3

From $250’s

18 & 19

Inquire

12 & 13

From $300’s

17

From mid $400’s

17

Inquire

2&3

From $300's

17

From $400’s

12 & 13

From $380’s

BC

From $400's

18 & 19

SOUTH

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Ottawa South

Valecraft

Deerfield Village II

Riverside South

Claridge

Summerhill Village

Riverside South

Claridge

River's Edge

Riverside South

Richcraft

Riverside South

Clarence-Rockland

EQ Homes

Clarence Crossing

Embrun

Valecraft

Place St. Thomas

Orleans

Caivan

Orleans Village

Orleans

Claridge

Spring Valley Trails

Orleans

Minto

Avalon Encore

Orleans

Richcraft

Trails Edge

Orleans

Richcraft

Axis Court

Ottawa East

Claridge

Wateridge Village

Ottawa East

Mattamy

Wateridge Village

Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau Du Parc

Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau Symmes

Gatineau

Richcraft

La Croisee Aylmer

Brockville

The Fuller Group

Tall Ships Landing

Central

Brigil

121 Parkdale

Central

Brad Lamb Realty

SOBA

Downtown

Claridge

Claridge Plaza 4

Downtown

Claridge

Icon

Downtown

Claridge

Fusion Lebreton Flats

Downtown

Claridge

Waterstreet

Downtown

Claridge

The Lofts at Tribeca

Downtown

Richcraft

The Bowery

Downtown

eQ Homes

Greystone Village II

Gatineau

Brigil

Domaine du Vieux-Port

Gatineau

Brigil

Le Columbia

Gatineau

Groupe Heafey Group

NIU2

Orleans

Brigil

Petrie's Landing

Riverside South

Richcraft

Jade Flats

West Nepean

Claridge

Stirling Park

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From $380's

10

From $3600's

18 & 19

Inquire

18 & 19

From $540's

BC

From high

17

From $370's

10

Inquire

9

From $300’s

18 & 19

Inquire

2&3

From $260’s

BC

From $260’s

BC

From $580's

18 & 19

From $490's

4&5

Inquire

15

Inquire

15

From $540's

BC

Inquire

C6

Inquire

15

Inquire

C7

From $319,000

18 & 19

From $336,000

18 & 19

From $590,000

18 & 19

From $339,000

18 & 19

From $669,000

18 & 19

From $262,000

BC

Inquire

17

Inquire

15

Inquire

15

Inquire

C3

From $210’s

15

From $290’s

BC

From $289,000

18 & 19

EAST

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