South Western Ontario Renters Guide - Feb 3, 2018

SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO EDITION

FEB 3 - 17, 2018 | rentersguide.ca

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AYNSLEY APARTMENTS

BAY 100 APARTMENTS

Independent Living Centre for Seniors in Downtown Hamilton.

Beautiful suites starting as low as $990.00 per month, depending on the service plan that you desire.

Located near Barton St. & Lake Ave. Close to many amenities including Eastgate Square, restaurants, major bus routes, access to highways and the Red Hill Parkway.

Great location providing full city views.

Close to Hess Village, City Hall, Hamilton Art Gallery, Hamilton Place, Public Library, Farmer's Market, FirstOntario Centre and lots of shopping within the neighbourhood.

1-844-831-3709

1-800-822-1958

1-844-582-2281

BEVERLY HILLS

KENSINGTON

PROCTOR PLACE

(Seniors' Residence) 155 James Street South

95 Barlake Avenue, East Hamilton

100 Bay Street South, Central Hamilton

115 Main Street East, Central Hamilton

644 Main Street West, West Hamilton Located in the west end of Hamilton, near Macklin St. & Hwy. 403. Tenants can enjoy the seasonal outdoor amenity area with green space and pool.

1-844-333-6532

Centrally located near Jackson Square, Farmer's Market, Gore Park, Public Library, the GO Station and St. Joseph's Hospital.

This building features elevators, air conditioning and a laundry room on each floor for your convenience.

1-800-823-6157

12 Proctor Boulevard, Central Hamilton Charming building located in the east end of downtown Hamilton. Student friendly and on major bus routes for quick transportation to McMaster University and Columbia International College.

1-844-226-5738

Over 100 buildings located in Hamilton, Burlington, Cobourg, Dundas, Grimsby, Jarvis, Kitchener, Waterloo, St. Catharines, Stoney Creek and Welland. As well as a Senior’s Residence in Ancaster and one close to St. Joe’s Hamilton.

Availability online at 1-844-582-2064 2

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rentals@efforttrust.ca

LONDON

BLYTHWOOD PLACE ll 790 Capulet Lane

Blythwood Place II has everything that you love–open concept suites, stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops. New for Blythwood Place II is a 100% smoke free environment, our 3rd in London!

1, 2 & 3

Bedroom Suites • In-suite laundry • Stainless steel appliances • Quartz countertops • Dens • Individual thermostats • Dishwasher

• Large, spacious bedrooms and living areas • Internet ready • Indoor saltwater pool, hot tub and sauna building coming in 2018

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LONDON - CENTRAL

DOWNTOWN

310 DUNDAS ST 877-503-2752

405 WATERLOO ST 877-220-4258

1&2

BEDROOM SUITES • Newer Large Luxury Suites • Excellent Location with Great Views • 5 Appliances including In-suite Laundry • Exercise Room, Sauna & Indoor Saltwater Pool • Indoor Parking, Bicycle Storage • Close To Entertainment, Retail & Restaurants • 2 Baths in 2 Bedroom Models • Private Oversized Balconies • Individual A/C & Heating Controls

$50 GIFT CARD

To Garlics of London for New Tenants

OPEN HOUSE DAILY! Call for an Appointment today!

YORK ST.

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COLBORNE ST.

DUNDAS ST.

WATERLOO ST.

WELLINGTON ST.

CALL 877-503-2752 OR 877-220-4258 VISIT www.drewloholdings.com FOLLOW

RICHMOND ST.

QUEEN AVE.

LONDON

MOVE UP Why settle for run-of-the-mill apartment living when you can come live with Old Oak Properties?

Our properties are the result of many individuals understanding that each plays a role in creating something more than just an apartment building.

That’s why we don’t just design and build our properties, we manage them too.

We strive to ensure that each and every space we create sets a new standard of design, comfort, quality and amenities that exceeds not only your standards, but our own.

Welcome to the new standard of apartment living.

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WALK DOWNTOWN...

Close to shopping, night life, downtown & UWO

• Ensuite Storage • Laundry Facilities • 3 Appliances • Fully equipped fitness centre

• Controlled Entry • On bus route • Individual Climate Control • Balconies • 1 Parking included

SPACIOUS 1 & 2 BEDROOM SUITES Utilities included

699 Talbot Street London

Call Marg

NICEST TOWNHOMES IN NORTH EAST LONDON

519-434-6774

GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD Near Schools, Shopping & Bus

• Some newly renovated • 4 Appliances • Finished Rec. Room • Quiet surroundings

• Attractive, well maintained grounds • On-site Complex Managers

LARGE SPACIOUS 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES Some with Carport or Garage

295 & 305 Briarhill Avenue London

BRIARHILLS

Call Erna

519.675.1581

GREAT LOCATION Close to shopping, schools and Victoria Hospital • 1½ bathrooms • 4 Appliances • Finished Rec. room • Quiet surroundings

• On-site Complex Manager • On bus route

LARGE SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES Some with Carport or Garage

CHERRY TREE MEWS Professionally managed by 6

310 Westminster Avenue London

Call Carla

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519.438.5411 www.ndev.ca

FEB 3 - 17, 2018 | VOLUME 26 ISSUE 3

CONTENTS

VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

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

Jennifer Reynolds MANAGING EDITOR

Wayne Karl SENIOR EDITOR

Marlene Eisner ART DIRECTOR

Megan Pike CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sonia Bell, Marlene Eisner CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

3 ON THE COVER:

BLYTHWOOD PLACE II BRAND NEW BUILDING

Sara Duck, Anne Marshall, Chuck Resnick, Gail Vaz Oxlade MEDIA CONSULTANT

Daniela Francia daniela.francia@nexthome.ca SALES CO-ORDINATOR/ MEDIA CONSULTANT

Gary Chilvers SENIOR MANAGER, DISTRIBUTION

Dwayne Rutherford NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins MANAGER OF PRODUCTION

Anthony Majetic GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

IN EVERY ISSUE

ADVICE

8 Editor's Note

22 Moving A stress-free move? It's all in the process

16 Index 18 What's Online 34 Movers, Services & Classifieds INSPIRATION

28 Marketplace Add a touch of Nordicinspired essentials to your kitchen

24 Renters' Help Five top cleaning tips from Molly Maid

30 Money Sense February is Make Do Month to cut down on spending

32 CMHC Know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant

TRENDING

26 Elevator Availability Ontario introduces an action plan to fix elevator repair times

Swinder Jodhka Mike Terentiev

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ADVERTISING Call 416.626.4200 for advertising

rates and information.

CIRCULATION Highly targeted, free distribution

system aimed at real estate buyers using street level boxes and racking, plus door-to-door insertions in key audience segments. Call 1-855826-4200 to discuss distribution opportunities.

COPYRIGHT 2018 All rights reserved by Yellow

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

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

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

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DOWNTOWN GUELPH

DISCLAIMER The views and data expressed by

columnists do not necessarily represent those of the publication.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

WHEN IT’S BROKEN WHO YOU GOING TO CALL? One of the great things about renting is not having to worry about maintenance. I consider myself pretty handy — I can unblock a simple clog in a toilet or drain, change light bulbs and hang pictures — but when it comes to malfunctioning appliances, heating or plumbing, I’m happy to have someone else fix the problem.

A couple of months after I moved into the condo in which I live, the kitchen sink began to clog and the pipe under the sink started to leak. I emailed my landlord and within two days the problem was fixed. Easy-peasy. I didn’t have to go online to a DIY site to figure out how to change whatever type of pipe was under the sink, nor did I have to call in a plumber at my own expense.

Having a maintenance problem looked after in your rental is as simple as calling the superintendent, landlord or property management company. Even with the call, you may also want to send your request out in an email. In a good rental, like mine, everything will be fixed for you without putting you out.

It’s very liberating!

If you are thinking about moving, we hope this issue of Renters Guide can help. Or check us out online at NextHome.ca, and get ready to find your next great living space.

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

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LUXURY SUITES & TOWNHOUSES 2 & 3 bedrooms available • • • • • • • •

Air Conditioning Balcony Dishwasher Elevator Fitness Room Free Underground Parking Available In-Suite Laundry Social Room

Walking distance to Victoria Park, the John Labatt Centre, fine dining and downtown activity, 180 Mill Road is located in the Richmond Row district. These luxury suites and townhouses offer granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, in suite laundry, and great balcony views.

180 Mill Road features a welcoming lobby, study space, and underground parking. This spectacular property is luxury living in an ideal location.

866-947-8O48 www.KillamReit.com/ apartments/london-on/180-mill

LONDON

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

Visit our Residential Rental Information Centre in Forest Hill 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.

HYDE PARK PLACE 1595 & 1605 Dyer Drive Studio, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites *Smoke free property

hydeparkplace.ca SUGARCREEK TRAIL 405-445 Sugarcreek Trail 1 & 2 Bedroom suites

PROUDFOOT PLACE 535 & 565 Proudfoot Lane 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

PINERIDGE PLACE 740 & 744 Proudfoot Lane 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

FOREST HILL 575-605 Proudfoot Lane Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

HORIZON DRIVE 700 Horizon Drive 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites

POMEROY PLACE 885 & 905 Southdale Road West Studio, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom suites *Smoke free buildings

pomeroyplace.ca MOSAIK AT PARC CENTRE 365 & 385 Sugarcreek Trail Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom flats and soft lofts

mosaiklondon.com

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Residential Rental Information Centre Open Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30am-5:00pm.

Tues/Thurs 8:30am-7:00pm, Saturdays 10:00am-5:00pm.

Phone: 519-641-1505 22391

*Smoke free buildings

www.oldoak.ca

LONDON

CINQUE 670 Garibaldi Avenue Ideally located in popular Sunningdale just one block north of Sobey’s, close to Masonville Mall, Loblaw’s, the YMCA and more!

1&2

BEDROOM SUITES • Stainless steel appliances and over the range microwave • Quartz countertops • Individual thermostats • Soaring 9 foot ceilings • Tall kitchen cabinets

• Great views of city • Backsplashes • Bell Fibe HD TV, internet, and home phone available

RD E GDALE SUNNIN LDI AVE GARIBA

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OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN 12-5

• Abundance of natural light

ATER RD BLACKW

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MODELS OPEN

• Oversized windows

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Welcome to the neighbourhood • On bus route • Underground parking • Friendly staff • Secure building • Laundry on Smart Cards

900* Jr. 1 Bedrooms from $950* 1 Bedrooms from $1100* Jr. 2 Bedrooms from $1200* 2 Bedrooms from $1500*

REBECCA & WELLINGTON Walking distance to Jackson Square

905-523-6556 Hamilton@medallioncorp.com

Bachelor from $

*plus hydro

medallioncorp.com

Rebecca St.

King William St.

Wellington St. N.

Cathcart St.

Wilson St. Ferguson Ave. N.

LONDON

DOWNTOWN LOCATION

LONDON

MAKE THE SMART MOVE, TO A SMART RENTAL. West 5 is a sustainable, active community surrounded by nature. Scenic paths will connect you to nearby shops, parks and entertainment, and the latest technology will connect you to your new SMART home. Each of our seven rental townhome layouts have been designed to ensure the comfort of your family and the health of the planet. Every light is LED and can be controlled from your smartphone, all faucets are low flow, each window is triple glazed, and every home includes ultra efficient heating and cooling systems. Feel the future‌today.

Stainless Appliances

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Quartz Countertops

Your West 5 lifestyle starts now

Balconies & Terraces

In-suite Laundry

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

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DOWNTOWN GUELPH A LIVELY COMMUNITY ANNE MARSHALL

Art on the Street. Situated near the

options attracts people of all incomes

confluence of the Speed and Eramosa

and backgrounds to the area.

rivers, it’s great for those who love the outdoors.

This is the still-beating heart of a

Guelph Central Station, at the corner of Wyndham and Carden streets, is the hub for VIA and GO

With hills sloping down to it on every

progressive, smaller city with artistic

trains, Greyhound, GO and city

side, downtown Guelph really earns

sensibilities and agricultural roots.

buses. Downtown Guelph is a highly

the name. Beginning with Waterloo

Downtown Guelph has hung onto its

walkable community, however,

Ave. in the west, the area locals

place in the community despite the

and there are far more bike racks

consider ‘downtown’ covers the north

city’s outer expansion into suburban

available than parking places most

bank of the Speed River from below

strip malls and big-box heaven.

days. There’s good access to local

Wellington St. to London Rd., and

The downtown population

highways and Hwy. 401 via Gordon

runs east to Woolwich St. and the

comprises an eclectic mix of

Eramosa River.

long-time older residents, younger

Fashionable, funky and just a little

professionals, families, students,

freaky, Downtown Guelph is made

artists and academics. There’s no

more magical by the presence of its

better place in the city to get a sense

colourful denizens. This community

of its increasingly diverse ethnic

draws few divisions between work

make-up than the summer splash

and play, and this is reflected in

pad/winter ice rink in front of City

events such as the Jazz Festival and

Hall, and a very wide range of housing

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and Wellington Streets.

Anne Marshall has lived in New York City, Glasgow (Scotland), Greensboro (NC), Toronto, and somehow ended up back in the fabulous small city of Guelph, where she grew up. She loves nothing more than exploring new areas, peering into other people’s apartments, houses and yards.

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• Great Neighbourhood in West London • Close to Schools and Shopping • Excellent Bus Service • Seasonal Pool

• Quiet Family Orientated Complex • Walk to Schools and Shopping • Great Bus Service • Seasonal Pool • Free Parking • Large 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Suites

• Shopping and Schools Nearby • Quiet Area, Private Grounds • Recently Renovated Units

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LONDON - NORTHWEST

WINDERMERE Affordable rental suites one bus away from Western University. Located along the beautiful Thames River within walking distance to parks & more

675 Windermere Rd.

1, 2, & 3 Bedroom + Den Suites • 5 Appliances & In-suite Laundry • 2 Baths In 2 & 3 Bedroom Models • Oversized Balconies • Indoor Saltwater Pool, Sauna, Whirlpool • Indoor Parking, Bicycle Storage • On Bus Route, Close To Shopping

877-612-9315

655 & 665 Windermere Rd. 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites & Penthouses • 3 or 5 Appliances • Indoor Saltwater Pool, Exercise Room, Sauna • Controlled Underground Parking • Lobby/Parking Cameras • Minutes To Masonville Mall, Restaurants & More • Minutes To University Hospital & Western University

877-294-1461

THAMES RIVER

ADLAIDE ST. N.

WINDERMERE RD.

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CALL our London Rental Agent 877-607-6917 VISIT www.drewloholdings.com FOLLOW

WESTERN RD.

FANSHAWE PARK RD. E.

HURON ST.

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ST 19

LONDON - NORTHWEST

CAPULET TOWERS I, II, III & IV

Walking distance to retail, grocery stores, restaurants & more. Only one bus away from Western University

1 & 2 BEDROOM SUITES

Located in Northwest London • 2 bedroom suites have 2 bathrooms • Suites include 5 appliances, in-suite laundry, individual A/C & heating controls and oversized balconies.

• Amenities include indoor saltwater pool, whirlpool, sauna, exercise room, covered parking & secured entry.

• Granite kitchen countertops and stainless steel appliances available at select units at 70 & 80 Capulet.

• Bell Internet, Phone & Satellite available in unit • Great buildings for Western University students.

50 CAPULET

70 CAPULET

60 CAPULET

80 CAPULET

877-620-1734

877-290-3205

877-715-7852

877-439-0677

SARNIA RD.

CAPULET LN

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OXFORD ST. W.

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Call: 877-607-6917 Visit www.drewloholdings.com Follow

LONDON - SOUTHWEST

apartment living at its finest Highview GLEN

80 & 90 Highview Ave. E. Wharncliffe & Commissioners

1 & 2 Bedrooms from $

952

Utilities Included Call

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laundry facilities air conditioner on-site staff controlled entry balconies

Rd

Commissioners Rd E

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• fully equipped fitness centre & sauna • individual climate control • ensuite storage • 3 appliances

Base Line Rd E

Wharncli

Country Living – 5 Minutes from Downtown & LHSC!

ffe Rd

519.851.1537

Highview Ave E

Highland RIDGE 9 Commissioners Rd. E. Wharncliffe & Commissioners

1 & 2 Bedrooms from $

960

Utilities Included Call

519.668.0902

spectacular city views Professionally managed by

Norquay Property Management Ltd.

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ADVICE | MOVING

BREAKING DOWN THE MOVING PROCESS

CHUCK RESNICK Moving homes or offices can feel like an overwhelming task, with packing up all your belongings being the first major challenge.

These packing tips will help you conquer the move without losing your mind.

• BEFORE PACKING: Reserve your movers or moving company at least eight weeks prior to your move during busy periods.

Then you can start to pack up your belongings. Some moving

companies will even pack for you (for an extra charge), simplifying and streamlining the moving process.

• START PACKING: Once you have determined your moving date, start packing. Box up belongings you don’t use often and store them somewhere out of the way. Use packing paper or bubble wrap to protect fragile belongings. Newsprint from newspapers can be messy to clean. Keep a record of what goes into each box so you can find what you need instantly when it comes time to unpack.

• KEEP PACKING: If you start early enough, you can break

up the packing process into a more gradual and less stressful experience. Save the items that you use daily to pack last and make sure to label each box.

Avoid packing items from different rooms in the same box to prevent confusion when unpacking.

Chuck Resnick is vice-president marketing and operations for Two Men And a Truck - Canada, a division of Heron Capital Corporation. Visit twomen.ca

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ADVICE | RENTERS’ HELP

MOLLY MAID’S

TOP 5 CLEANING TIPS 1. SIMPLIFY YOUR CLEANING

5. DE-SCALE THE KETTLE

PRODUCTS

Limit cleaning products to a quality window/glass cleaner, all-purpose cleaner, tile/grout cleaner and a toilet bowl cleaner.

2. DUST FIRST, VACUUM SECOND

Any bits of dust or dirt that fall to the floor as you’re dusting will be picked up by the vacuum cleaner.

damp cloth on the end of a mop handle to reach the narrow space between appliances.

3. DAMP MOP

4. MICROWAVE SPATTERS

First sweep or vacuum floors to collect crumbs and dirt. Then start washing the floor in the farthest corner of the room and work your way towards the door. Use a

Fill a cup with water and microwave on high for a few minutes. The steam will loosen any baked-on food so you can easily wipe it clean.

Fill the kettle half-and-half with white vinegar and water and leave it to soak overnight. Using an old toothbrush, dislodge any stubborn bits of lime scale. Rinse out thoroughly a couple of times and then boil some water to eliminate any odour of vinegar.

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TRENDING

GOVERNMENT ACTION PLAN AIMS TO IMPROVE ELEVATOR

REPAIR TIMES

by MARLENE EISNER For anyone who’s had to lug groceries up 10 flights of stairs because the elevator isn’t working, help may be on the horizon. The Ontario government recently announced an action plan to regulate the elevator industry and reduce outages, improve access to elevators, repair times and maintain safety. Currently, there are about 20,000 elevators in approximately 10,000 residential and institutional buildings in Ontario. Approximately 655,000 elevator trips are taken each day on these elevators.

In March 2017, MPP Han Dong tabled a private member’s bill addressing elevator availability. To respond to some of the elements in the bill plus growing public concerns, an independent study was commissioned in June 2017 by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) to define and assess the state of elevator availability, identify the reasons for breakdowns, and propose a series of regulatory and nonregulatory solutions to inform policy discussions. The study was completed by former associate chief justice of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, John Douglas Cunningham, with the support of Deloitte’s Public Sector Strategy team.

“Having access to a working elevator shouldn’t be considered a luxury, especially for those with disabilities, the sick and the elderly,” says Tracy MacCharles, minister of Government and Consumer Affairs.

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ensure those who need elevator access, have access.”

ONTARIO’S ELEVATOR AVAILABILITY ACTION PLAN AND TIMELINES INCLUDE:

• Enhancing access to elevators for first responders (mid-2018).

• Enhancing enforcement of elevator safety regulation by TSSA to ensure elevators are adequately and proactively maintained (fall 2018).

• Addressing the labour supply of elevator mechanics through consultations to determine options to meet labour market demands (fall 2018).

• Creating future standards for elevator repair timelines, including proposing any necessary legislative and regulatory amendments, to be informed by the data collected

by TSSA (2018 through 2019).

• Developing education and awareness materials for building owners and residents to support

compliance with requirements for notice of service disruptions (fall 2018 and into early 2019).

• Creating new standards for conducting traffic analyses and the minimum number of elevators in new residential and institutional highrise (more than six storeys) buildings through changes to the Ontario Building Code (beginning 2018 through 2021).

• Establishing baseline data through proposed legislative and regulatory changes creating reporting requirements for elevator outage data and making the data publicly available (early to mid-2019).

• Designating an appropriate regulatory body to administer and enforce requirements regarding elevator availability, including standards for elevator repair and timelines, and to advise on associated compliance costs for elevator contractors and owners (late 2019).

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ADVICE | MONEY MATTERS

FEBRUARY IS

“MAKE DO” MONTH GAIL VAZ-OXLADE

If there’s any month when you’re most likely to wonder if all the bills will get paid, it’s February.

After the dust has settled in January, the feverish rush of the holidays and all the unexpected expenses that popped up become realities and no doubt, things will be a little tight. Add the extra cost of heating and the jump in “fresh” food prices and you’ll be looking for ways to trim back.

Enter Make Do Month. This is the month when you stretch everything a little farther so you spend a lot less. If you get invited to a party, you don’t rush out and buy something new to wear, you get creative and shop from your closet. And if you need a little something different, you shop from a friend’s closet. Or hold a clothing exchange. What you don’t do is spend money!

When the weather is warm, it’s easy to do lots of free things.

When it’s cold, entertainment gets more expensive. Sure there’s that great movie you’d love to take the family to for a night out of the house. For a family of four, you’re probably looking at $100 or more with popcorn and drinks. Recycle a movie you already own, do a movie swap with friends or have a Netflix movie or series binge night, add some home-made popcorn and a 12-pack of pop and you can probably do it for $10. Now that’s making do!

Make Do Month is also a good 30 RentersGuide.ca

time to experiment with a new routine. If you’re used to buying coffee every day, brew your own at home or work and save money big-time. If you regularly go out for lunch, pack one from home for four out of every five days and not only will you drop those holiday pounds, you’ll be able to pay off that holiday debt.

But what if you have family or friends whose birthday falls in February? You’ll have to buy something, right? No you don’t.

You can give something of yourself instead of something purchased.

Make their favourite cookies, offer to cook them a meal or a bunch of meals for the freezer for those extra busy workdays, or create a coupon for three nights of free babysitting. Maybe you’re a computer genius and can offer to do maintenance or repairs.

Perhaps you’re a mechanic and can offer a tune-up. Substitute your energy and expertise for spending money.

After the buzz of the holidays, not to mention the intense cold, you were probably happy to stay home for the first couple of weeks.

But now you’re starting to feel

itchy. You’ve got to get out. You can feel the walls closing in. Time to hit that great new restaurant that just opened up or head out to the clubs. Wait a minute. This is Make Do Month.

Call up a couple of friends and throw a pot-luck game night instead. See if you can do it at their house this time. Start a tradition of once-a-month games or poker nights and rotate from one friend’s home to another.

No one says you can’t have fun in Make Do Month. You just can’t spend gobs of money.

Make Do Month is a conscious decision to stretch every dollar as far as it will go. Try it and see if just becoming conscious saves you money. I’ll bet you’re pleasantly surprised.

Gail Vaz-Oxlade is the host of Til Debt Do Us Part and author of Debt Free Forever, and she blogs daily at gailvazoxlade.com. Follow Gail on Twitter at Twitter.com/GailVazOxlade

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ADVICE | CMHC

RENTING A HOME KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Whether you’re a first-time renter or an experienced tenant, when it comes to renting a home, it’s important to make sure you understand your rights and responsibilities.

To help you through each stage of the rental process, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

(CMHC) offers the following tips on how to find the right place to call home, and what you need to know after you move in.

The first step is to identify your needs as a renter. What’s your budget? Which neighbourhood do you want to live in? How many bedrooms do you need? What amenities are important to you? If you haven’t already created a list of your needs and preferences, CMHC’s Rental Search Worksheet can help give you a head start.

Once you’ve identified what you’re looking for, it’s time to search for your new home.

There are a number of resources available to help you find a place to rent. These can range from newspapers, apartment listing websites and bulletin boards in local libraries or community centres, to asking friends for recommendations or simply visiting neighbourhoods you like and looking for signs that say “For Rent.” [Ed’s note: Renters Guide and nexthome.ca are also great go-to sources!]

When you look at a prospective rental, have a list of questions ready to ask the landlord. For example, you may want to know if the rent includes parking or utilities, what type of lease you will be asked to sign, whether or 32 RentersGuide.ca

not you can make any changes to the premises, and whether pets or smoking are allowed.

When meeting a landlord, try to make a good impression. Dress neatly and arrive on time. Respect the current tenant’s privacy. And make the landlord’s job easier by bringing your rental history and references, a letter from your current employer, and a cheque so you can leave a deposit in case you’re interested in the home.

If you will be viewing more than one apartment, write down the key features of each place so you can compare them later. CMHC’s Rental Unit Evaluation Worksheet can help you evaluate your options and make an informed decision.

When you rent a place, the landlord will usually ask you to sign a rental agreement, commonly known as a “lease.”

Rental agreements vary from one

province or territory to another, but they generally include the names of the landlord and tenant, the address of the property, the amount of the rent and what it includes, the date when the rent is due each month, the amount of any security or damage deposits, the term of the rental period, as well as things like who is responsible for maintaining the property, whether there are any restrictions on the tenant, and when and how the landlord can enter the premises.

Once you’ve signed your lease, it’s time to move in! Moving can be a hectic time. A planning checklist can help you keep track of all the details, and help make sure your move goes as smoothly as possible.

Before you move in, you and your landlord should inspect your new home together. Use an

Initial Inspection Worksheet to document everything you notice, so you won’t be held liable for any pre-existing damage when you leave.

Once you’re living in your new home, make sure you and your landlord are clear on who is responsible for what, especially with issues such as emergency or regular repairs, rent increases, or how to handle any complaints that might arise. In the event of an emergency (such as a leaking roof or broken furnace on a cold winter day), try to contact your landlord or emergency contact at least twice, and give them a reasonable amount of time to respond. If you can’t reach your landlord and have to authorize emergency repairs yourself, make sure to document and keep all paperwork related to the repair for later reimbursement.

If a problem arises that you

can’t work out directly with your landlord, check with your provincial or territorial rental authority to find out if there are any tenant advocacy groups in your community. Do not withhold rent to pay for repairs, as this can be grounds to have you evicted.

When your lease expires, you may sign a new lease, or you might shift to a month-to-month lease. Depending on where you live, your landlord could also give notice that they will be increasing your rent. For more information on renewing a lease and rent increases, read the CMHC Provincial and Territorial Fact Sheet for your area.

Eventually, the time will come when you’re ready to end your tenancy and move out. When this time comes, you and your landlord will again inspect the property together, to see if any

repairs are needed above and beyond the usual “wear and tear.”

Your landlord will also have to return any damage or security deposits you paid when you moved in, plus interest.

Remember: you may need your old landlord to give you a reference in the future, so do your best to leave under good terms. Give them the proper amount of notice in writing. Make any necessary repairs. Allow the landlord to show the home to potential new tenants. And leave the place in as good a condition as you found it, so the next tenants will be able to enjoy their new home as much as you did.

To find out more about renting a home in Canada, visit CMHC’s online Guide to Renting a Home or call 1.800.668.2642.

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