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Is there a positive to buying a new condo in our current economic climate? You bet there is. When you buy new, your investment is backed by a strong warranty program. It protects your deposit and offers protection against defects in work and materials, unauthorized substitutions and delayed closings or occupancies after the condo is constructed. What are the other positives of buying a new condo? New housing prices are extremely competitive at this time and interest rates are low. If you think posted rates look good, ask your bank or mortgage broker if they can do better. While no one can guarantee what their home will be

worth in the next 10 or 20 years, ask a recent buyer what the value of their home is now. Chances are you will see them smile. Communities close to amenities such as shopping and transit are especially appealing, but your builder may not know or tell you about the plans for your prospective new neighbourhood, so do your homework. The media often stresses the negative side of the story. It’s time to make solid investment decisions, and look beyond the doom and gloom. Investigate how you can make Canada’s economic environment work for you. Happy new-home hunting!

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Buying a new home or condo is a dream for many Canadians, but with rising prices, increasingly tight mortgage regulations and reports of questionable market conditions in some areas and housing categories, where to begin? With careful planning and research, that’s where. Indeed, Canadians are showing that despite any challenges facing the real estate market, they are taking the time to learn what they need to, and to make rational, informed choices. A new survey from Genworth Financial Mortgage Insurance Company Canada reports a significant rise in the number of recent first-time buyers who put down more than 20

per cent on their homes – 56 per cent, up from 36 per cent last year. See page 106 for more. Other new research, the BMO First-Time Home Buyer’s Report (see page 34), indicates that two-thirds of first-time buyers say the latest changes to mortgage regulations – which reduced the maximum amortization for government-insured mortgages to 25 years from 30 – have not affected their buying timeline. Many even favour a 20-year amortization. By saving longer for larger down payments, and aiming to pay off their mortgages sooner, clearly, Canadians are becoming increasingly responsible about these important homebuying steps.

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Bryan Tuckey

Jayson Schwarz

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Bryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and can be found on Twitter (twitter.com/bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/ bildgta), Youtube (youtube.com/bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca).

Jayson Schwarz LL.M is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. Visit the website at schwarzlaw.ca or email info@schwarzlaw.ca.

Yanic Simard is New Condo Guide’s design editor and the principal designer of the Toronto Interior Design Group, specializing in residential and commercial projects. Simard has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and appears as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine. Visit tidg.ca

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Peter is founder of the Peter Kinch Mortgage Team and the PK-Approved group of Dominion Lending Centres mortgage brokers across Canada, and he is co-owner of Pacific Bridge Mortgage Investment Corp. Feel free to forward any questions directly to Peter at pkinch@ peterkinch.com

Barbara Lawlor is president of Baker Real Estate Inc., and an in-demand columnist and speaker. A member of the Baker team since 1993, Barbara oversees the marketing and sale of condominium developments in the GTA and overseas.

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table of contents

April 20 to May 4, 2013 volume 17 issue 08

highpark condominiums

Daniels’ newest sensation coming to Bloor West this spring 120

columns, news & features 002 Editor’s note Columnists

014 bild report The evolution of Green building

by bryan tuckey

016 fundamentally speaking Proximity to infrastructure more important than ever by wayne karl

018 legally speaking Getting your house in order by jayson schwarz

028 the mortgage minute Why you shouldn’t fret over a market correction by peter kinch

032 Condo pro The advantages of Green roofs in condominiums by barbara lawlor

040 taxing issues Taking a long-term view of your condo purchase by henry choo chong

048 Money matters Common money mistakes couples make by gail vaz-oxlade

074 designer tips Heat up your kitchen with colour by lisa canning

096 style file Renovating a condo bathroom by yanic simard

132 Make Your Move How to move pool tables and pianos by dan hopkins

140 scrumpdillyicious Salmon, dill and smoked fish chowder by Leslie styles

142 quick tips Tips to help you take control by hellen buttigieg

condo profiles 62

easton’s GROUP OF HOTELS

King Blue New buyers score fantastic incentives at Grand Opening event

In The News

026 tarion awards New-home builders are leaders in customer service excellence 034 bmo First-time buyers saving longer to come up with larger down payments

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South Hill on Madison Where elegance meets energy 81

edenshaw developments

Chaz.Yorkville Affordable indulgence + Yorkville = Chaz.Yorkville

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pianosi Development

Perspective Condos Phase II launches at impeccable Etobicoke location

078 industry insider 10 minutes with David McComb of Edenshaw Developments

GOING GREEN

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davies smith Developments

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136 Conquer clutter with these tips for a tidy home

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IQ Remington offers condo ownership from $999 per month

080 condo watch 416 Previews, new releases and grand openings in the 416 area

150 Index of advertisers

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Imagine Condos Boutique condo living to rise at Kennedy and St. Clair E.

070 finances A mortgage comes with risk and responsibility

145 Condo Buyers’ Resource Section You love the home, see what you can afford

Eleven Superior Make way for Eleven Superior in the heart of Mimico-by-the-Lake insoho

Homebuyers’ Help

122 condo watch 905 Previews, new releases and grand openings in the 905 area

Watermark Making a Watermark on historic Long Branch

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Features

120 feature Beyond container gardening – a look at urban condo balconies

ELAD Canada

106 genworth financial First-time homebuyers showing their rational side

130 CHBA Further intervention in housing markets not warranted: CHBA

Dream Tower Some developments – Dream Tower at Emerald City – offer more than others

042 education Elementary schools in Ontario rise in improvement rankings

110 economy Small businesses express confidence in economy and growth: BMO

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RAIN RAIN Condominiums makes it easy to own a new home

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Port Place Port Place makes a splash in Port Dalhousie waterfront

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// By bryan tuckey

The evolution of Green building

Bryan Tuckey is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and can be found on Twitter (twitter.com/bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/bildgta), Youtube (youtube.com/bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca).

eing the president and CEO of an association, I often find myself speaking at various industry functions such as educational seminars, public forums or stakeholder meetings. Each time I approach the microphone, I find myself saying how privileged I feel to be leading this organization and representing this great industry. I know that builders and developers in the GTA build some of the finest residential communities in North America. Not only that, but I believe we are also producing some of most energy efficient homes as well. This is most apparent in the highrise market, where new condominiums have come a long way in terms of conserving energy.

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In 2012, the Ontario Building Code was updated to include higher standards for building energy efficient communities and our industry has not only met, but exceeded these new requirements. I recently had the pleasure of accompanying our annual BILD Awards judges as we visited sales offices and model homes all over the GTA. What I saw was an array of green features such as high-pressure, low-flow showerheads and faucets, dual-flush toilets and front-loading washing machines which reduce both water and energy consumption. Some new condominium buildings are constructed with double-glazed, gas-filled, air-tight windows and thermally insulated walls. Others feature ventilation systems that recover energy from stale air before it is exhausted from the building. Most are built with high efficiency boilers, Energy Star appliances and easily accessible recycling facilities. Walking by a new high-rise development, most people will not notice the increasing number of green roofs – an increasingly popular feature that includes a root repellent system, a drainage system, a filtering layer, a growing medium and plants. Not only do they offer residents and visitors a great visual appeal, but state of the art technologies employed in their construction help lower the urban air temperature and provide habitat for wildlife. It also goes without saying that so many new condominium projects are built with easy access to transit corridors, reducing the need to travel by car. Designated bicycle storage areas encourage a cleaner and healthier lifestyle and those who depends on cars to get to work can benefit from carpool programs run by some buildings’ condo boards. Every year, BILD recognizes a highrise and lowrise builder that demonstrate outstanding leadership in the implementation of Green building practices, be it resource conservation or any other sustainable building practice or program. This recognition is part of our annual BILD Awards program, which is currently in its 33rd year. In 2012, we introduced the People’s Choice Award – an award that invites the consumers to vote for their favourite project in the GTA – and were pleased to see more than 2,000 people cast their votes. This year, we hope to get even more so I encourage you to visit bildawards.com and click on the People’s Choice Award widget to let your voice be heard. The winner will be announced on April 26 at the 33rd Annual BILD Awards and I’ll report the results in this space.

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fundamentally speaking

// by wayne karl

amenities Proximity to and more important infrastructure than ever It’s also a topic BILD and its counterparts across the country have commented on before, as development charges and other fees rise to prohibitively high levels. Consider, for example, development charges imposed by local and regional municipalities can reach tens of thousands of dollars per home – costs that are almost always passed directly on to new-home buyers – before a shovel even hits the ground. The federal budget, tabled on March 21, provides some hope in this regard, in that it contains measures to increase support for national infrastructure. Says Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) President Deep Shergill: “It’s an opportunity to restore fiscal integrity at the municipal level Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and and fairness for younger generations. At present, many municipalities are editor with experience in real estate and financing community infrastructure by transferring the costs into the business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic mortgages of new home buyers, amounting to more than $5 billion a year.” fundamentals – you need to examine when Municipalities across Canada are now lobbying Ottawa to make sure they buying property. He can be reached at wayne. get their share of available funds to address road and transit needs. In Toronto, karl@wall2wallmedia.com or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl for example, the TTC is already campaigning for the federal government to kick in a large chunk for the city’s transit plan, including a subway expansion. Faced with such infrastructure and funding challenges, municipalities are also typically considering other options – including new taxes, road tolls and ver notice how many builders other fees – to help pay for what’s needed. boast their new community For homeowners and prospective new homebuyers, then, it is clear that is “just minutes from shopping, proximity to existing infrastructure and amenities is becoming more schools and all the amenities!”? And important than ever. that “Everything you need is “right at With continuing immigration, general growth and construction expansion your doorstep!”? – all happening at a quicker pace than infrastructure improvements – our Indeed, proximity and access to highways and transit systems will all be tested until everything catches up. a variety of amenities and essentials – Consider, for example, the population of the GTA continues to increase by from transit to health care to schools about 100,000 people per year. Research suggests that by 2031, there could be to shopping to recreation – are critical three million more people living in the area – bringing with them an determining factors for builders and additional 1.5 million vehicles. buyers alike, for lifestyle and comfort As you’re out there shopping for your new condo, look around to see how while living there, as well as resale far you are from the nearest highway or rapid transit system that affords you a potential down the road. reasonable commute; and how close you are to health care, schools, shopping It’s an important topic we’ve and recreation. These communities will be at a premium, now and in future. written about before in Fundamentally Speaking and elsewhere in New Condo Guide. Last issue, in fact, Bryan Tuckey, president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), discussed some of the development charges builders face in the planning and approval process for new-home developments.

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// by jayson Schwarz

Getting your house in order

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

home. This is action gives you title to the property. If more than one person is buying the property it is necessary to decide how they will hold title together. There are two ways people can hold title together. The first is generally the way we hold title with our spouses or children, which is called “joint tenancy.” To hold title as joint tenants really means that upon the death of one of the parties, the remaining party automatically becomes the owner of the whole property without having to inherit it or have it pass through an estate. The reason is simply that all owners on title own the whole property rather than a part each. The other way title can be held is as “tenants in common.” This means that each party only owns the percentage allocated to them, although the physical part owned is not described. Upon the death of a tenant in common, his or her percentage ownership goes to their heirs in accordance with their will or law. Therefore, remember to discuss this issue when you go to see your lawyer. 2. What about a will? A power of attorney?

hether you are a young couple or individual purchasing a new home for the first time, a resale buyer moving in the market or an empty nester purchasing a retirement condominium, the very action of this significant investment in real estate represents a major life change. There are a number of issues that you should consider at this time in order to ensure that your “house is in order.” 1. How will I hold the “title?”

When your lawyer goes to the Registry Office to hand over all of your money to the builder in order to buy your home, he receives, in return, a document called a deed or transfer, which he registers by filing with the government; the document has your name is on it to show you own the 018 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

Do you have a will? If you do, is it up to date and does it represent your current situation or state of affairs? It is important, especially if you have young children, to have your wills completed; not so much for the money, but for a clear resolution of the issue of custody if something happens to both parents. A will stops sibling disputes, takes care of who will look after children, keeps the government out of your affairs, allows for an orderly disposition of everything from your favourite cuff links or earrings to your realty, stocks and bonds, and will allow you to determine how you are to be cremated, buried or quick frozen. A power of attorney is used when you are physically or mentally incapacitated – there are two kinds. The first is for your body, such as what care will you or will you not receive? Your representative will determine that. The other is for the management of your financial affairs. Now is the time to create a will. Speak to your lawyer and ensure that this important matter is dealt with. 3. What about insurance?

You will need insurance for the house. This a great time to look at life and disability insurance. It is also a good time to determine if you should be insuring your mortgage in case something happens to the major wage earner; and to ensure that the future is taken care of. So there you have it, this is the time to take care of all of these kinds of things to get your house in order. Perhaps the most difficult part of writing these articles relates not the actual writing, but thinking of a topic to address. Visit schwarzlaw.ca, or email schwarz@schwarzlaw.ca with your questions and quandaries.

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Ushering in an exciting spring in Toronto, The Daniels Corporation will soon return to Toronto’s High Park neighbourhood with a fresh new opportunity to live next door to nature. Now is the time to register for Daniels’ HighPark Condominiums – a hot new residence situated on the north side of Bloor Street, between Pacific Avenue and Oakmount Road. Daniels is calling its newest condominium community the place “Where Modern Urban Meets Mother Nature” – and it truly is. HighPark Condominiums is located directly across from Toronto’s largest public park, where residents will revel in the majesty of wild forests and the intoxicating allure of the area’s famous Japanese cherry trees. Hiking trails lead you along Grenadier Pond, where ducks and geese provide an ever-changing wildlife show. An off-leash dog park, playgrounds, greenhouses and a zoo, housing everything from buffalo to peacocks, are among the other attractions in this one-of-a-kind setting. HighPark Condominiums is also just moments from an array of urban amenities, including incredible shops and boutiques, bakeries, cafes, restaurants and grocery stores, along with many services conveniently located in the heart of Bloor West Village. Plus, with the High Park and Keele subway stations just steps away, residents can be whisked away to the downtown core in less than 20 minutes. “This is an incredible location, with a Bloor Street address nestled between two subway stations. We had tremendous success with our first community in 020 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

High Park years ago, and we are very excited to be back in this highly desirable and established neighbourhood,” says Daniels’ Executive Vice-President Niall Haggart. Daniels has made sure that quality of life at HighPark Condominiums is nourished in numerous ways. To begin with, residents will have the exclusive use of 18,000 sq. ft. of unique and incredible indoor and outdoor amenities on three levels. From the main condominium entry on Bloor, the double-height lobby offers a warm “welcome home,” and a handy dog spa provides a place where owners can clean muddy paws after a long walk in the park. Outstanding amenities continue on the second floor, where you can work out in the weight room, test your mettle at the cutting-edge climbing wall in a dramatic space open to above and treat friends to special screenings in the theatre and exercise your green thumb in the gardening plots. The third floor is home to a cardio studio and a fabulous indoor/outdoor yoga and Pilates area.

HighPark Condominiums is located directly across from Toronto’s largest public park, where residents will revel in the majesty of wild forests and the intoxicating allure of the area’s famous Japanese cherry trees.

Entertaining is a breeze in the intimate party room, complete with a catering kitchen, and adjacent billiards room also located on this floor. Overlooking the lush canopy of the High Park trees, the 10th floor amenities include the grand indoor/outdoor party room. Inside, residents can enjoy the luxurious kitchen and dining area. The beautifully landscaped outdoor component will feature barbecues and a fireplace. Above and beyond these uncommonly beautiful common areas, Daniels has incorporated some innovative amenities that truly sets this residence apart as something special. “In all our condominiums, we go to great lengths to offer unique amenities and services that truly foster a sense of community by bringing neighbours together,” Haggart says. “We believe a condominium residence should provide the opportunity for social and community engagement, but above all, be a place where our owners feel at home, and love where they live.” And how is this for innovative thinking? Nurturing the environment as well as neighbourly interaction, Daniels incorporates urban agriculture initiatives. At HighPark Condominiums, gardening plots will be available for growing herbs, vegetables and flowers so residents can eat close to home – literally. “In addition to promoting healthy living,” Haggart adds, “this element connects people with each other and the earth.” With environmental sustainability and a healthy lifestyle in mind, Daniels has created a one-of-a-kind resident bike engagement program where homeowners will be able to bond over a much loved Bloor West pastime and learn more about this popular activity. From the comfort of their own home they’ll be able to participate in active biking clinics, tune up in the bike storage and riding prep space and benefit from a unique bike sharing program. Plus, further promoting a smaller carbon footprint, HighPark Condominiums will offer a car share program, rough in energized parking spaces and other innovative technology for energy savings. With prices beginning from the $300,000s, suite designs will range from studios to one-bedroom (plus den), two-bedroom (plus den) and three bedroom layouts. To optimize your chances of purchasing one of these exceptional residences, join Daniels’ HighPark Condominiums Inner Circle. For a one-time $500 membership fee, enjoy exclusive perks and privileges such as special preview pricing; an invitation to the first advance sale; among the first choices of suites, floors and views; and members-only invitations to Daniels-hosted events with insider information. Best of all, your $500 membership fee will be put toward the purchase of your new home or fully refunded if you choose not to purchase at

At HighPark Condominiums, gardening plots will be available for growing herbs, vegetables and flowers so residents can eat close to home – literally. HighPark Condominiums. You’ve got nothing to lose but an incredible residence and park to gain! Homeowners at HighPark will be able to purchase with peace-of-mind, knowing that Daniels has been building fine new homes and communities for more than 31 years, and is one of Canada’s pre-eminent builder-developers with a reputation for quality and integrity in all forms of residential construction. Named the Tarion Warranty Corp.’s 2012 High Rise Builder of the Year and the recipient of the 2012 Toronto Arts and Business Award presented by the Toronto Arts Foundation, Daniels (danielshomes.ca) has built more than 23,000 homes throughout the GTA. Among its many initiatives, Daniels was chosen to partner with Toronto Community Housing to revitalize Regent Park – 69 acres in Toronto’s Downtown East. Committed to community, Daniels continually offers innovative programs that help people achieve homeownership, champions neighbourhood initiatives that enhance residents’ quality of life, and supports numerous charities and non-profit organizations. Daniels’ HighPark Condominiums is a rare offering in Toronto – anyone interested will want to register now. Stop by the Presentation Centre at 2150 Bloor St. W. on Monday to Thursday from noon to 6 p.m., or Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. You can also call 416.351.1844, visit danielshighpark.com and follow @DanielsHighPark on Twitter. apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 021

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The following new-home builders compete in four award categories: small, medium, large volume and high-rise.

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Mortgage Minute

Why you shouldn’t fret over a

// by Peter Kinch

‘ market correction’

ick up any newspaper today and no one could blame you if you got a little worried about the state of the economy or the fear of a pending market correction in Canadian real estate. Are Canadians taking on too much debt? Have mortgage rules gone too far? Is there a housing bubble about to burst? What if there is a market correction? The real question is, do Canadian homeowners or prospective buyers need to be concerned? Every time there is talk about a market correction, the tone is quite negative. But let’s take a closer look at that situation: rather than argue about whether we may have a market correction, let’s analyze what it really means to Canadians if there is one. First-time homebuyers:

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you have likely felt the pinch of the rising cost of housing, and the new mortgage rules certainly haven’t helped any either. So a slight market correction would be welcome news for you; you can still get into homeownership with only five per cent down, but since your maximum amortization is now limited to only 25 years, a drop in pricing is exactly what you’ll need to be able to get into this market. ›› Conclusion: A market correction is a good thing for you. Current homeowner buying or selling – moving up or downsizing:

If you are a homeowner and you’re looking for the right time to sell your house so you can buy another, you may be concerned that the price of your current home is dropping. But, let’s assume the value of the house you are selling drops by 10 per cent. Let’s also assume that you plan to buy another home (whether upsizing or downsizing). Remember that the person selling their home to you is going through the exact same thing. In other words, if the value of your home dropped 10 per cent, so too did the value of the new home you are buying. Focus on what your bottom line “net” is, rather than what you thought or had hoped to sell your home for. ›› Conclusion: The net effect of a market correction is likely zero. Real estate investor or second-home buyer:

If you are buying real estate as an investment, this is the perfect market condition for you. When there are more sellers than buyers, you have more bargaining power. If you are able to negotiate a better deal and pay a little less for the property you are looking for, it simply makes the deal that much more affordable. ›› Conclusion: You should be hoping for a market correction.

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If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you have likely felt the pinch of the rising cost of housing, and the new mortgage rules certainly haven’t helped any either. Current homeowner with no plans to sell:

The main reason we worry about a housing correction is the fear that it will erode our home equity and net worth. A significant amount of net worth of Canadians is tied up in their home equity, which is the foundation for a lot of retirement plans – so there is obvious concern. But should there be? For the majority of Canadians, the plan is to stay in their current house for at least the next three to five years. So here’s a simple fact: equity is only gained or lost the day you sell. In other words, if the value of your house were to drop by 10 per cent tomorrow, you may feel anxiety over the drop in your net worth – but it would only be on paper unless you actually sold your house tomorrow. If you have no intention of selling soon and you can still afford your monthly payments, then all you need to do is sit and wait until the market bounces back – which it has always done for the past 100 years. ›› Conclusion: A market correction may very well have zero impact on you. In the end, the headlines will continue to talk of impending market corrections. The key for you is to decipher one of three things: 1. Is this a real concern for you? 2. Is this an opportunity? Or, 3. A re you getting worked up about nothing? ›› Bottom line: a lot of people will fret about this topic over the water cooler tomorrow morning – but the majority of them really don’t need to.

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condo pro

// by barbara lawlor

UP ON THE ROOF T

Green roofs can contribute to waste diversion by lessening the use of heating and ventilation systems, helping to keep the building cooler in the summer, reducing the amount of storm water runoff

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he continual advancement of amenities in condominiums is fascinating, especially those that have a Green component. I remember a few years ago when we first started to hear about builders adding Green roofs as the trend for environmental efficiency was in full swing. Green roofs can contribute to waste diversion by lessening the use of heating and ventilation systems, helping to keep the building cooler in the summer, reducing the amount of storm water runoff, reducing noise pollution from the outside, retaining rainwater used by the plants and returned to the air through evaporation, lessening the urban heat island effect, and improving air quality by filtering airborne pollutants. More obvious advantages of Green roofs are their beauty and usefulness as a social amenity. These lovely spots add greenspace to the city streetscape and are inviting areas where residents can get together, relax amid beautiful city views, barbecue, dine alfresco and even exercise their green thumbs. We are seeing an increase in urban gardens located on Green roofs, and I can’t think of eating any closer to home! Every food item that we grow at home is healthier and helps to reduce the natural resources used up by having to transport food over long distances. A Green roof reduces the building’s carbon footprint, offer a habitat for birds and in general, lift the spirits just by being there. One example of a developer that has embraced the idea of gardening in the sky is The Daniels Corporation. In Mississauga, Limelight Condominiums features innovative community greenhouse and gardening terrace where suite owners can grow their own herbs, flowers and vegetables. The gardening plot is laid out in a labyrinth style, making it striking to look at and handy to use. In addition, Daniels is helping to establish a gardening committee that will see to maintaining this terrace. In downtown Toronto, OneCole Condominiums is a Daniels’ condominium in the Regent Park revitalization. This building has Toronto’s only 20,000-sq.-ft. garden roof called SkyPark, which features a fully functional park, full-size trees, barbecue stations, seating areas and open spaces for picnicking. The Green roof also has a system for collecting and recycling rainwater for use in the landscaping. Those are just two examples; “Green roof” is a common amenity in today’s GTA condominiums. Another fascinating aspect of landscaping that benefits purchasers is the urban park or courtyard. We see it more and more now – condominiums or clusters of buildings anchored by one or more courtyards that offer beautifully landscaped areas with park benches, barbecues, trellises or other scenic touches that invite owners

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to enjoy a coffee and morning paper surrounded by greenery, or meet friends for a chat. Courtyards are usually at ground level. Taking the concept higher, outdoor terraces are extremely popular in modern condominiums. These lushly landscaped areas often feature barbecues, reflecting pools, swimming pools, hot tubs and other outdoor amenities. They are often accessible directly from the party room or indoor swimming pool area, and some have a sunbathing deck and cabanas for an exceptional outdoor experience. As someone who travels the world for business and pleasure, I can tell you that one of the reasons our condos are drawing an international crowd is that we offer these kinds of incredible amenities in our buildings. Today’s purchasers are smarter and more sophisticated than ever before, and “Green” will be the “in” colour for generations to come. Those who are concerned about the environment can feel confident that today’s condo designs are tighter, more efficient and Greener than ever before.

We are seeing an increase in urban gardens located on Green roofs, and I can’t think of eating any closer to home! Every food item that we grow at home is healthier and helps to reduce the natural resources used up by having to transport food over long distances

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First-time buyers expect to spend

$300,000, with average down payment of $48,000: BMO Home Buying Report According to the BMO First-Time Home

Buyer’s Report, the average amount Canadians planning to buy their first home in the next five years plan to spend is approximately $300,000, with an average down payment amount of $48,000 (16 per cent). The report also revealed:

› On average, first-time homebuyers expect to be mortgage free in 20 years, with 20 per cent estimating it will take between 10 and 19 years › Those planning to enter the real estate market for the first time are twice as likely to choose a fixed rate over a variable rate mortgage (46 per cent versus 20 per cent) › Furthermore, first-timers who expect interest rates to stay the same or decrease over the next five years, still prefer fixed rate over variable rate mortgages (39 per cent versus 23 per cent)

“Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions one can make,” says Laura Parsons, mortgage expert, BMO Bank of Montreal. “It’s crucial that those planning to enter the market are well prepared – not only to manage their costs, but also to pay off their mortgage as soon as possible. Determining what your mortgage payments and overall costs of home ownership will look like, and then living in that financial reality for a year before entering the market, can be an effective strategy.” Average Spend on First Home $300,000

Parsons adds that it is encouraging to see that buyers say they are in a position to pay down their mortgage in 20 years or fewer. “Homebuyers can shorten that timeline further by choosing a shorter amortization and taking advantage of accelerated payment options.” According to the report, two-thirds of first-time buyers (66 per cent) say the latest changes to mortgage regulations – which included reducing the maximum amortization for government-insured mortgages to 25 years from 30 years – have not affected their buying timeline, while one-in-five (19 per cent) say they will have to wait longer before buying as a result. “A shorter amortization is the most responsible approach to home financing; it’s something BMO has been encouraging their customers to consider for years, as it means becoming debt-free sooner,” says Parsons. Additional findings include:

› Six-in-10 (63 per cent) first-time buyers have made cutbacks to their lifestyle to save for their first home, with just one-in-four (27 per cent) expecting their parents or other family members to help them pay for their first home › The majority (59 per cent) of first-time buyers have had to hold off buying their first home because of increasing housing prices › The same number (59 per cent) wish they had bought their first home five years ago.

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// By henry choo chung

taking a long-term view

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The opinions and views expressed herein are those of the author and not those of New Condo Guide. New Condo Guide does not necessarily endorse or encourage any specific tax strategies. Please consult a tax professional for advice specific to your particular situation.

My wife and I would like to get into the real estate market before it becomes unaffordable. We have saved $10,000 for a down payment. We have above-average salaries but have been working only for the past three years. Is this the right time for us to buy?

Joanne and Jake, Ajax

As we leave behind the financial crisis, economic slowdown, stock market and even real estate declines, things are looking brighter for many Canadians. Canada has survived the recession, spending is up, stock markets have arguably

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rebounded and the real estate market has shown price and sales increases. Many economists predicted real estate price declines, and few expected price increases and such a quick recovery. Homebuyers who were counting on further price declines may have been kicking themselves. How long will this continue, you ask? It’s anyone’s guess. Like the impact seen with the July 1, 2010 introduction of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), some experts expected changes to mortgage regulations announced in January 2011 to cause a short-term spike in activity in the first few months of last year. The 13-per-cent HST was added to new homes priced at more than $400,000 and many services that were previously not subject to the former eight per cent Provincial Sales Tax (PST). Services facing the HST include: real estate commissions, legal fees, accounting and tax fees and many others. Finance Minister Jim Flaherty has given notice he is concerned about a potential overheating of the real estate market. Borrowers must meet the requirements for a five-year, fixed-rate mortgage, even if they plan to choose a shorter term and lower rate. In addition, Canadians can now withdraw in refinancing only 85 per cent of their home’s value, down from 90 per cent, while down payment requirements remain at five per cent for primary homes and 20 per cent for investment properties. Some experts feel these changes may leave some first-time buyers sitting on the sidelines. However, these issues should not be the primary factors to influence your decision to buy. Some considerations to reconcile before making the plunge include:

» How much of a house can you afford to purchase? Get pre-approved by your bank before shopping » How much of a home do you want to afford? The answer is not necessarily to purchase the maximum home you qualify to buy, but what you want to afford » What will your payments be, if interest rates rise (and they definitely will) one, two or three per cent? Ensure you can easily afford the increase » First-time buyers of new homes priced at less than $400,000 will be minimally affected by the HST. Generally, there are no real estate commissions for the purchaser of a home. Legal fees are not usually high for a purchase and are minute in the grand scheme of purchasing a home At the end of the day, a home is a long-term investment, so look beyond the next year or two.

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Across Ontario, 167 elementary schools showed significant

improvement in their academic performance over the past five years, according to the Fraser Institute’s annual school rankings. Of these improving elementary schools, 64 are in the GTA, 44 in Southwestern Ontario, 36 in North Central Ontario and 23 in Eastern Ontario, highlighting the fact that school improvement is happening in all regions of the province. “This is why the Fraser Institute school report card is the go-to source for measuring academic improvement: it highlights school success stories from Murillo in the west to Cornwall in the east and from Timmins in the north to Windsor in the south,” says Peter Cowley, Fraser Institute director of school performance studies. “Our report shows that all schools are capable of improvement, regardless of the personal or family challenges their students might face. If educators want to help students learn and improve, they should be talking to these schools.” The Report Card on Ontario’s Elementary Schools 2013 rates 2,714 public, Catholic and francophone elementary schools based on nine academic indicators using data from the annual province-wide tests of reading, writing and math administered by the Ontario government’s Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO). “By pinpointing the subject areas in which individual schools are improving or declining and how their academic performance compares to that of other Ontario schools over the past five years, our report helps parents and educators prioritize learning challenges in their schools,” Cowley says. The report card also includes important information about each school’s make-up, including parents’ average income, the percentage of ESL students, and the percentage of special needs students. The complete results for all 2,714 elementary schools are available at compareschoolrankings.org, where visitors can compare schools on their results over the last five years. Of the 20 Ontario elementary schools showing the fastest academic improvement over the past five years, 10 are public schools 042 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

where the parental income is below average. At eight of those schools, special needs students account for more than 30 per cent of school enrolment. The complete list follows. “We all want the best possible education for our children. To achieve this, every Ontario school should make improvement Job One,” Cowley says. Top 20 Fastest-Improving Ontario Elementary Schools ›› Stella Maris (Catholic), Toronto ›› Heron Park (Public), Toronto ›› Munns (Public), Oakville ›› Cobden (Catholic), Cobden ›› St. Teresa of Avila (Public), Hamilton ›› A. Wright (Public), Wallaceburg ›› J. G. Workman (Public), Toronto ›› Oakley Park (Public), Barrie ›› Kimberley (Catholic), Toronto ›› Bishop Macdonell (Public), Cornwall ›› Perth Avenue (Public), Toronto ›› Tottenham (Public), Tottenham ›› Crestview (Public), Murillo ›› Edith Cavell (Catholic), St. Catharines ›› Elda-Rouleau (Public), Alexandria ›› Archie Stouffer (Public), Minden ›› Gateway Drive (Public), Guelph ›› Keith Wightman (Public), Peterborough ›› Orchard Park (Public), Burlington ›› St. Mary of the Angels (Catholic), Toronto

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money matters

// by gail vaz-oxlade

Money couples mistakes make

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

ometimes, a poor way of relating can really muck up the money. Whether you’re planning a walk down the aisle or you’ve already been hitched for aeons, there are some common mistakes couples make that can throw a wrench into their moneyworks.

01 Keeping secrets. I’m truly

amazed at the number of people who hide things from their partners. They go shopping, bring home a bag of stuff, and rip off the tags – because, of course, their partners are morons and won’t recognize a new outfit when they see it. One woman shoved her new purchases in the laundry hamper, first thing. Another kept her new purchases in the trunk of her car until she could slide them into the house. Many people lie about what

they’ve paid for an item because if it’s a good enough deal they can slip it past their buddy. And then there are all the folks who hook up only to find their partner is a financial disaster. If you can’t be open about what you’re buying, that should tell you something. If you think your partner is going to object to your spending, listen up! And if you’re planning to mate and you haven’t sat down to talk about your money, you’re foolish, plain and simple. Communication is job one in the survival of any relationship, and if you can’t bare your financial soul to your partner, if you can’t trust that person to tell you the truth, you should not be getting married. 02 Not having a budget. It isn’t going to come as a surprise to you that

I think every couple should have a budget. Whenever you combine two lives, two ways of looking at things, two spending profiles into one, you need to have a plan to ensure both bodies are on the same page about where the money should be going. Having come up with a budget you both agree to, it’s easy to decide what to buy and when. You simply ask each other, “Where does this fit in the budget?” If it doesn’t then you work together to make room, cutting a little of her golfing and his beer-with-the-boys to come up with the cash to make the purchase. Working together with a plan beats the bejezus out of flying solo blind and bumping into each other. A budget can be a relationship-saver when one of you is a spender and the other is a saver, since by having a plan you can address both your needs. It’s particularly important when you are both spenders heading to the brink of bankruptcy. Knowing where you stand financially means you can make informed decisions about your spending without a huge debt hangover.

03 Putting one guy in charge. It’s not unusual for one person to assume

the nitty-gritty of daily finances. It often falls to one partner to pay the bills, check the insurance coverage, decide on how to invest the retirement savings, figure out how much to put away for education savings, negotiate with lenders, pay the taxes – the list is virtually endless. Often it’s because one partner is more inclined toward these tasks. The problem is that when one person is excluded, or totally abdicates responsibility, it means the other can mess things up with no monitoring or grow resentful at always having to do the detail. It’s important for each partner to not only to feel involved in the big financial decisions but also understand the day-to-day details. continued on page 50…

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money matters

continued…

Taking turns managing the chequebook, and having regular conversations so that both of you are clear about what’s going on, means you’re both in the know and working to the same ends. It also means that one person doesn’t have to deal with everything, while the other merrily laughs off the stress and frustration with, “You’re managing the money, so this is your problem to deal with.” (Yes, there are people who say this). 04 Denying the debt. Regardless of who has the debt, the impact on the family unit will be significant. If you can’t be debt free when you get hooked up, the very least you should have is a plan for how you’ll get that debt paid off. Never sign for each other’s debt. When you do, you assume responsibilities that may choke you to death. If your buddy needs help paying off the debt, you can do that without putting your name on the paperwork. “But he won’t be able to get a car if I don’t help him,” I’ve heard. Then he shouldn’t have a car. “But she’ll pay an outrageous amount of interest.” Then she shouldn’t take the loan. “We’re partners in everything.” Maybe that’s how you feel now, but how will you feel when (s)he doesn’t pull her/his weight on the debt repayment, and you’re on the hook for his or her past self-indulgence? As for blowing your brains out on a big wedding when you’re walking around with a ton of debt, give your heads a shake! Wedding mania, exotic honeymoons, and a houseful of brand new furniture is wonderful, providing you have the money to pay for it. Going into debt for massive self-indulgence is down right dopey. 050 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

05 Sweating the small stuff. If you’re going to spend your relationship

getting your britches in a knot over every little thing, you’re going to be miserable. Or you’re going to get divorced. You have to figure out which battles are worth fighting, and when negotiation makes more sense. If the small stuff adds up to big problems it’s usually because you don’t have a budget and aren’t on the same page when it comes to your priorities. It’s not unusual for couples to spend $30 a month here, $25 a month there, $60 on this, $97 a month on that, and when it’s all added up, it’s a whopping amount of money. If you’re tracking your expenses, it’s easy to decide what has to go and when to stop shopping. One of the ways some couples deal with the money is to allot each partner a weekly or monthly “allowance” that can be used for anything that body desires. Since the allowance is part of the budget, the plan stays in place while the individuals have some personal freedom when it comes to how they’ll spend their personal money. Once you have a slush fund you can each spend as you wish without questions or recriminations; you can then agree that on purchases above a certain amount you’ll consult with each other before buying.

06 Failing to plan for emergencies. While no one likes to think about bad

things happening, the fact is that bad things do happen to good people. If you don’t have a stash of cash at the ready to deal with whatever life throws your way, you won’t have the means to cope. One of the big upsides of joining up is that you’re able to act as a safety net for each other through life’s storms. But that doesn’t happen magically. And often couples over-estimate their partner’s ability to take over the entire financial burden should one partner lose a job, someone become ill, or suffer some other disaster. It takes a plan. And part of that plan includes creating a pretty hefty emergency fund. Another part includes reducing your risks in whatever ways possible. Every couple should have enough money available to cover six months’ worth of living expenses. And each partner should make it a priority to get adequate insurance coverage. Communication and negotiation are the keys to dealing with money issues when you partner. Of course you also need some practical moneymanagement skills to actually pull the whole thing off.

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ing Blue Condominiums in the heart of Toronto’s Entertainment District recently celebrated its “I Got Game” Grand Opening with incomparable Toronto style, featuring an appearance by the great Wendel Clark! Hundreds of visitors stopped by to get their pictures taken with the former Maple Leafs captain and scored a unique, signed King Blue hockey puck, befitting of its incredible “centre ice” location. Another exceptional Canadian whose work shone at the event was design star Alessandro

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Generous cash-back offers include $5,000 on studio purchase, $7,500 on onebedroom suites (including those with dens), and $12,000 on two-bedroom suites (including those with dens), and all with prices starting in the mid-$200s. ceiling windows, gourmet kitchens with granite countertops and elegant islands, built-in stainless steel appliances, honed marble floors in the bathrooms along with marble countertops, and a long list of exciting amenities from a serene oasis of a yoga room to an unparalleled party spot on the roof and expansive on-site retail as well – King Blue is more than a condominium; it’s a lifestyle just waiting for you at the corner of King Street West and Blue Jays Way.

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Munge of Munge Leung, the visionary responsible for the fantastic model suite on display. With some amazing incentives in play, prospective buyers quickly found out that King Blue was the place to be this weekend. In addition to the legendary Leaf, visitors could capitalize on some legendary deals, still available for a limited time. Generous cash-back offers include $5,000 on studio purchase, $7,500 on one-bedroom suites (including those with dens), and $12,000 on two-bedroom suites (including those with dens), and all with prices starting in the mid-$200s. Like our beloved hometown hockey team, a community like King Blue could only happen in Toronto, where a spectacular downtown location meets superior standard finishes in every single suite. Engineered oak hardwood floors, floor-to-

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ceilings and a selection of exceptional finishes throughout. The sleek, contemporary kitchens feature custom-designed, European-style flat panel cabinetry, with a fully-integrated appliance package, composite quartz countertops and porcelain mosaic tile backsplashes. Master ensuite bathrooms boast floor-to-ceiling ceramic tiles, custom-designed vanities and mirrors with an integrated shelf, composite quartz vanity tops, under mount square sinks, deck-mounted single lever faucets, wall-mounted rain style shower heads and tempered glass shower partitions. outh Hill on Madison, a modern, art deco condominium, is Building amenities include a being eagerly received as a very desirable and elegant place to 24-hour, full-service concierge, a live. Located at the foot of Casa Loma, this is a neighborhood rich fully equipped gym and a yoga studio, with history, yet vibrant with energy – one of Toronto’s next hot spots. Its his-and-hers change rooms including midtown location is a stone’s throw away from the Dupont subway station, steam showers, an outdoor patio and the University of Toronto and George Brown College. With the city’s best party room, and a state-of-the-art schools, restaurants, fashion boutiques and transit right at your fingertips, media screening room. “While we South Hill on Madison boasts the convenience of being in downtown, have designed an amenity program while providing the luxury of living in a neighborhood perfect for families that makes coming home a pleasure, or young professionals. the lifestyle options of the The presentation centre is located at 380 MacPherson, adjacent to the neighbourhood make going out site of the future development. Visitors have been wowed by the luxurious something special too,” says Burnett. 725-sq.-ft. model suite, designed by Boychuk + Fuller, and impressed by “The luxury shops of Bloor Street, the standard suite finishes and upgrades on display throughout the centre: known as Toronto’s mink mile, are a distinct advantage for buyers making pre-construction purchasing just a short walk away, as are decisions. “A visit to the presentation centre will also give purchasers a theatres, restaurants, lounges, spas, chance to walk around the neighbourhood and get a feel for an area we hotels, art galleries, cultural centres, believe is the best in the city,” says Burnac’s president Ted Burnett. walking trails, parks and more.” Since the Burnac Group entered the Toronto condominium market in the early 1990s, it has established a reputation for cutting-edge condo Visit the sales centre at 380 MacPherson Ave. Unit 110, Tuesday developments, with innovative architecture, superb locations and valueto Thursday from noon to 6 p.m. driven pricing. Its latest inspired project, South Hill on Madison, or Saturday and Sunday from noon continues this distinctive tradition. Ranging in size from 400 to over to 5 p.m.; closed Mondays and 1,300 sq. ft, with prices starting in the mid $200s, this boutique, midrise Fridays, except by appointment. condominium, designed by the celebrated firm of Northgrave Architects, For more information about South will boast 159 contemporary suites and 10 townhomes, offering buyers a Hill on Madison, call 416.966.3737 lifestyle of comfort, convenience and luxury. or visit southhillonmadison.com The modern, open-concept suites feature nine foot, smooth-finished

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Some developments

offer more than others

uying a property is one of the biggest purchases you will ever make. That’s why it’s so important to make sure you’re getting the most value for your real estate dollar – both from investment point of view and as a place to live, work and enjoy your family and friends. Access to transit and shopping, physical location and amenities rate high on the list for most condo buyers. One developer, ELAD Canada, has gone one step further by creating its own Master-Planned community at the corner of Sheppard Avenue and Don Mills Road to offer you more for your money. Emerald City sits atop one of the highest points in North York. The views are spectacular. The amenities are incredible. But what makes Emerald City so perfect is what it offers its owners – more choice. Dream Tower at

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But what makes Emerald City so perfect is what it offers its owners – more choice. Dream Tower at Emerald City is the third tower in the plan so far and offers owners the chance to take ownership in 2014.

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Everywhere you look, living at Dream Tower feels luxurious, spacious and elegant. Emerald City is the third tower in the plan so far and offers owners the chance to take ownership in 2014. Larger luxury suites give you room to breath and grow. A full range of floorplans with terraces are available. With Fairview Mall steps from your door and transit options galore, including easy access to the subway and TTC, you always get more for your money. Everywhere you look, living at Dream Tower feels luxurious, spacious and elegant. The designs are bright and airy with solid core entry doors and offer incredible views from large balconies or terraces. There are soaring nine- and 10-ft. ceiling heights. The appointments in luxurious bathrooms include integrated sinks, deep soaker tubs as per plan, single lever chrome faucets and more. Kitchens include a choice of exquisite granite counter tops, flat paneled cabinets, under-mount sink and also feature single lever chrome faucets. A little further out, you discover all that the Emerald City community has to offer. All the residents of the Emerald City community enjoy a full roster of family-friendly amenities such as a swimming pool, party room, landscaped terrace, a gym and exercise facility and a yoga studio. The outdoor park and children’s playground and children’s playground provides a great social space for the building’s residents to meet, mingle and make friends. Other amenities include a lounge, private theatre and guest suite. With so much to offer the condo buyer, Dream Tower is the perfect package for anyone in the market today.

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ELAD Canada is building a strong reputation for innovation in the Canadian market. They tend to focus more on developing long-term communities rather than single tower initiatives and have an impressive list of projects in Canada including developments in Montreal and Toronto. Emerald City and Dream Tower has a Facebook page with up to the minute information about what’s going on at facebook.com/emeraldcitylife The two-bedroom model suite is worth a visit

The Dream Tower, fully furnished, two-bedroom model suite gives you a great feel for what you can get. Come to the sales centre on the South/East corner of Sheppard Avenue and Don Mills Road between 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday and from noon to 5 p.m. on weekends. You can also book an appointment right now at dreamtower.ca or by calling 416.492.0001.

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simply qualifying for a loan. Because of the amount of money you borrow and the time it takes to repay, taking a mortgage comes with risks. It’s important to know what these risks are and to be financially prepared for them. Therefore, before you shop for a mortgage, make sure you take a close look at your situation – your finances, future plans and lifestyle – and consider how much debt you can comfortably afford. Over long periods, financial setbacks may arise, and not just when the economy is weak. Demands on your income increase for example, when you start a family, change career paths, launch a business, mismanage expenses, become ill, lose your job, get divorced or lose

Therefore, before you shop for a mortgage, make sure you take a close look at your situation – your finances, future plans and lifestyle – and consider how much debt you can comfortably afford. continued on page 72…

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When you’re shopping for a mortgage, keep in mind the following tips:

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A checklist is helpful when shopping for a mortgage Most homebuyers need a mortgage and it’s therefore important to comparison shop. Terms and conditions differ from lender to lender, so shop around, compare and select the mortgage that best suits your needs. The FSCO suggests taking as much time as needed to understand all of your options. When talking to a potential mortgage provider, broker or agent, for example, you may wish to use this checklist to get answers to the most important questions:

What type of mortgage is best for my needs? In particular: » a fixed-, variable- or adjustable-rate mortgage » an open, closed or convertible mortgage

What mortgage features and options are best for my needs? » a short- or long-term mortgage » a short or long amortization period » frequent or less-frequent mortgage payments » the ability to make prepayments or lump-sum payments » the option to transfer your mortgage to another home

How will different factors influence the total cost of my mortgage? » How can I save on interest charges? » How can I change the size of my mortgage payments? » What fees are involved in setting up, discharging or renewing my mortgage and how are they calculated? » What are my options if I cannot make a payment? » Is there a fee if a payment is late? » What penalty charges apply if I want to break or renegotiate my mortgage contract?

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hey say the kitchen is the heart of the home – and in my home it’s a colourful one. I am currently embarking on a full kitchen renovation where introducing colour will play a large role. While ensuring the kitchen is in keeping with the colour palette of the rest of my house, (greys and blues) I’m hoping to do a few unexpected things to keep the kitchen modern and playful. Similar to many of my residential clients, my husband and I differ on the amount of colour to be used as we both have a different threshold (mine large, his smaller). But luckily, there are many options available on the market today to satiate one’s taste for colour in the kitchen, both large and small. For colour-embracing cooks, the Viking range available at the new Appliance Canada showroom is a beautiful tool. The range and hood can be coloured in a multitude of vibrant hues including: fire engine red, cobalt blue, and goldenrod yellow. Additionally, the knobs and handles can be customized in various metal finishes. Also consider colour on the interior of your major appliances. Electrolux’s appliance interiors come in a bright blue hue that not only looks great when opened, but assists in the performance of warming and cooking. Finally, to make washing your

dishes an invigorating experience, Kohler has partnered with colour guru Jonathan Adler in a line of eye-catching cast iron kitchen sinks sure to create a stunning statement. Cabinetry is another area where colour can make a large impact. While beige and brown are beautiful classic choices, navy blue, forest green and rust orange can retain a traditional aesthetic while introducing a new colour to your palette. In a more modern kitchen, the sky’s the limit – bright and bold cabinets can be a great fit for a more modern space. continued on page 76… 074 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

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While committing to colour on a grand scale is not for everyone, there are easy ways to introduce punches of colour in smaller doses. The Bodum Bistro Toaster comes in a variety of bright hues and can be coordinated with their equally vibrant kettles, blenders and juicers. The Kitchen Aid stand mixer is another countertop appliance that comes in a variety of hues to suit your taste. Coordinating these smaller appliances with your dishtowels, serving ware or flower vases is another way to add a small punch and retailers like Bouclair make it simple to purchase accessories by organizing their merchandise by colour. I’m approaching choosing colours for my own kitchen renovation in a similar manner to the way I assist my clients. I’m asking the questions: “Will this colour make me feel great to come home to? Will the overall look enhance my quality of life?” I look forward to using colour to put my own personal stamp on my new kitchen, and create a colourful space my family will enjoy for years to come. 076 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

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Cascadia achieved numerous accolades on our various developments culminating to British Columbia’s Builder of the Year Award in 1998. Looking for a bigger challenge in my career, I relocated to Toronto to oversee Concord Adex’s development operations at City Place, and in the early years was responsible for the design and construction of the project, which was Canada’s largest urban master-planned community valued at more than $3 billion. In 2006, we added a project similar in size and scope to City Place, Concord Park Place, valued at more than $2 billion.

Q Tell me a bit about you – where you grew up, where you studied, how you got your start in the business. I was born in

Winnipeg but grew up in Vancouver, and after high school was involved in construction where I became a Master Carpenter. I enjoyed the business so much that I chose to go back to school at British Columbia Institute of Technology where I completed my studies in Building Engineering, majoring in Economics. Tell me a bit about your career before Edenshaw Following my education at Q

BCIT, I began with a Vancouver-based multi-family residential builder, Polygon Homes, in 1987 and wrapping up my tenure with them in 1992 as vice-president of construction. I left Polygon to become a principal of Cascadia Land Corp. in 1992, where I was responsible for the startup of our new development company. My partner and mentor in the company was Moh Faris, the founder of the well-known company Intrawest Developments. During my tenure, 078 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

Q I’d like to know about Edenshaw’s beginnings and why/how you founded it. The company was founded out of a desire be a stakeholder

once again and utilize the experiences and relationships I gained over the last decade developing the large master-planned community at City Place. I wanted to take on bigger challenges and I felt the entrepreneurial spirit to start my own company; that’s when Edenshaw began in 2009. Why “Edenshaw”? I’ve always been amazed at the intricacy of Northwest Coastal art, how First Nations artists interweave their artistry into their community and how it becomes part of who they are. They work with wood, stone and precious metals. I see a connection with this art and what we do. That is why we chose to revere a wellknown Haida artist and Chief, Charles Edenshaw, to reflect our company name. Q What would you define as your specialty? We are a boutique development company that specializes in creating residential condominium communities. We take a personalized approach with our developments and mark our success by the excellent relationships we have in the industry. Although we are a young company, we have on our team an incredible amount of experience and a large network of relationships that provide substantial support in what we do. Q

What about being a developer in Toronto is exciting? Real estate is a

cyclical industry, and what is exciting about being a developer in Toronto is that we are here at the right place at the right time, doing magnificent things. The city is growing at a pace where we have now outstripped Chicago as the fourth largest city in North America. We have a very stable and secure government making this a popular location for people from other countries to immigrate to.

The growth of Toronto is going to be exponential, in my mind, over the next 20 years. We’re doing big things; we’re developing large communities in big cities, on a world stage. And in that forum we have the ability to take chances and create projects that can’t be achieved in other locations. Q Tell me about the condo scene in present-day GTA? I see condo growth continuing to be strong. Toronto requires a consistent product stream of 18,000 to 20,000 units a year. Q Are we overbuilding in Toronto? Today there seems to be uncertainty in the market, however I am a strong believer in a consistent demand for our product. I believe today we are seeing a fulfillment of the demand that was pent up, caused by the global recession – not a local condition, and we’re now getting back into a stabilized market. So, are we overbuilding in Toronto? No, I don’t believe we are overbuilding; in fact one of the concerns is whether or not we have the construction resources to supply our demand. Q Is our love of building up outpacing our ability to catch up with city transit and other infrastructure? This is the age-old question of “What comes first,

the chicken or the egg?” Do you prebuild your infrastructure prior to the population, or do you allow the population to grow to a point where the demand for infrastructure is created? In Toronto, it is the latter not the former, as we have found in the past that the government does not have the funding for the required infrastructure. Every great city has great transportation, and that’s what Toronto lacks. We require visionary politicians who are willing to see the future and, if necessary, step on a few toes in order to provide the infrastructure that makes a great city. Q

Boom, bust? Any ideas as to when? I see us entering into what is a steady

market, neither booming nor busting. We have a very good market place for the market to express its demand. What I mean by that is, if there are no buyers for our condominiums, a development will not proceed into its construction phase. There are key indicators such as sales absorption, standing inventory, and vacancy rates, which today are very low. Positive indicators like this provide confidence to our market. Q

Company mission/vision? Our focus is on building communities and homes

that reflect a dedication to artistry and quality. We pride ourselves in surrounding ourselves with quality people, strengthening our existing relationships and fostering new ones.

Q What are you currently working on? We are working on a diverse portfolio of opportunities, and have several projects in various stages of the process. For example, Chaz is under construction, Alto is anticipated to break ground this summer, and Gordon Woods is under way with rezoning. Q What is your dream project? My dream project would be to, once again, take on a master-planned community with multi-phases where we look at the integration of the community as a whole, including roads, schools and greenspaces. Having the opportunity to build City Place, I would like to do it again with Edenshaw.

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Edenshaw Developments Ltd. KEY TEAM MEMBERS:

David McComb, CEO Joe Metcalfe, Director of Development Joe Marchello, Vice-President of Finance and Administration MISSION

Building communities and homes that reflect a dedication to artistry and quality. TRACK RECORD

David McComb is one of Canada’s leading residential property developers. With more than 30 years of experience, he realized his dream of building a boutique development firm when he founded Edenshaw Developments in 2009. Past and present projects demonstrate his keen ability to envision and realize a major urban residential development. His communities have won several major accolades, including Concord Adex’s City Place and Park Place communities, valued at $3 billion and $2 billion, respectively. MARKET NICHE

Boutique development company that specializes in creating residential condominium communities in the GTA. CURRENT PROJECTS › Chaz.Yorkville

› The Residences at Gordon Woods › Alto COMPLETED PROJECTS

Chaz.Yorkville is nearing completion. WHY EDENSHAW?

Excellence Successful people ask better questions. Maximizing the value in the design and engineering process makes sense because design deficiencies delay your move-in date and compromise the quality of our work. We aim to not only meet legislated building codes and industry standards, but exceed them at every turn. Constant Progress Various versions have evolved, sometimes by accident. Our team is comprised of propertydevelopment experts and industry veterans at every level. By taking a turnkey approach to the services we provide, we’ve managed to turn community building into a relaxed, reassuring experience. Mission Invent, Build, & Enjoy. We understand that homes are built of more than bricks and beams – they’re made of memories. Others may rely on a generic approach to construction, but not us. We refuse to compromise the quality of the materials, designers or craftspeople we bring to each project and insist that our trade partners treat every home as if it was their own. apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 079

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new releases & grand openings 36 Hazelton by Alterra

Construction has started at this luxury boutique condo in the Yorkville neighbourhood. Web: 36Hazelton.com

101 Erskine by Tridel

A quiet sensibility in the midst of Yonge and Eglinton. Grand opening. Web: Tridel.com/101erskine

Avani at Metrogate by Tridel

New suite release at Metrogate’s newest address at Kennedy and Hwy. 401. Web: Tridel.com

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The Bond by Lifetime Developments

New release – top five floors. Introducing The City Collection at Adelaide and John. Now open. Web: TheBond.ca

E Condos by RioCan, Bazis, Metropia

Condominium residences on the northeast corner of Yonge and Eglinton. Grand opening. Web: ECondos.com

Exhibit by Bazis, Metropia, Plaza

Limited edition penthouse collection at Bloor and Avenue Road. Web: Bazis.ca

Fuse 2 by Neudorfer Corporation

Now releasing phase two of this master- planned community in Davenport Village. Web: FuseCondos.com

Gramercy Park by Malibu

An urban oasis built around a private park in North York. Move in soon. Web: GramercyPark.ca

Imperial Plaza by Camrost Felcorp

New suite release at Yonge and St. Clair. Book your private appointment today. Web: ImperialPlazaToronto.ca

Ivory by Plaza

Newly released Pure Platinum Penthouse Collection on Adelaide, in the heart of old-town Toronto. Web: PurePlaza.com

Life Condominiums by Chestnut Hill Homes

A stylish, 13-storey midrise at Yonge and Merton with 149 spacious suites. Now open. Web: LifeCondos.ca

The Madison by Madison Homes

Grand opening of Top Floors at Yonge and Eglinton. Web: MadisonCondos.ca

One Bloor by Great Gulf

New suite release at this coveted Yonge and Bloor condo, now under construction. Web: OneBloor.com

Picasso by Monarch Corp. & The Goldman Group

Now open, an iconic building in the heart of the evolving Entertainment District. Web: MonarchGroup.net

Post House by Alterra

Construction underway at this boutique condo in the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood. Web: PostHouseCondos.com

Rise by Reserve Properties

Downtown living at a mid-town price. Grand opening and new release. Web: RiseCondos.com

River City 2 by Urban Capital

New release of penthouses with rooftop terraces and townhomes up to 1,877 sq. ft. Web: RiverCityToronto.com

Vivid by Pemberton Group

Grand opening continues at Pemberton’s Vivid at Islington and Bloor. Web: VividCondos.com

X2 Condos by Lifetime & Great Gulf

Sophisticated condominium now under construction at Jarvis and Charles. Web: X2Condos.com

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CHAZ CLUB

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AMENITIES THAT ELEVATE YOUR LIFESTYLE. Every ounce of style and grace you’ve come to expect from Yorkville, you can expect from the amenities and services that make up the Chaz.Yorkville lifestyle. An upscale hotel style lobby. Landscaped private courtyard with barbecue deck. Library lounge C O N D O M I N I U M S with fireplace. High-tech extreme gaming zone. State-of-the-art fitness facility. Pet spa. And the ultimate Chaz Club on the 36th and 37th floors with breathtaking views. Chaz.Yorkville. More than an address, an inspired lifestyle.

Suites from the low $300’s to $2.5 million ASK US ABOUT OUR SKY RESIDENCES RELEASE

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AFFORDABLE WHEN IT COMES TO LUXURY, THERE’S ONLY ONE PLACE TO BE When it comes to real estate in Toronto’s toniest neighbourhood, price is often a concern. At Chaz. Yorkville, the Yorkville lifestyle starts from the $300s and includes everything you need to live your aspirational urban dream. The neighbourhood you already know — stroll to Holt Renfrew, Tiffany, Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, et al. A little further afield and you’re in Toronto’s original urban village at Church and Wellesley, visiting Queen’s Park, hanging out at the ROM, or hopping from funky bar to eclectic pub on the Yonge Street strip. And then there’s Charles Street, home to Chaz.Yorkville. With its pedestrian-friendly nature and laid back vibe, it’s a haven of tranquility in the proverbial hustle and bustle. Only a very special condominium could hope to hold its own. Fortunately, Chaz.Yorkville is very special indeed, an architectural masterpiece by Sol Wassermuhl and Page + Steele IBI Group, one of Toronto’s premier architectural firms. From a five-storey limestone-clad podium soar 47 storeys of sleek, aerodynamic tower with exposed exterior columns and integrated balconies that will be instantly identifiable. With eight corner suites on every floor, there are only good views, only great light and only premium suites at Chaz.Yorkville. Each one has been meticulously laid out and infused with both functionality and elegance throughout: the work of Cecconi Simone, an interior design firm synonymous with excellence. What’s a great suite without the lifestyle to match? Chaz.Yorkville’s lifestyle-driven amenities are among the most innovative and life-enhancing the city offers — more like an upscale hotel than your average condo. The Chaz Club embodies the upscale hotel lifestyle, two sky-high floors with views of both the lake and downtown on the 36th and 37th floors. Those looking

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will know it by the way it makes them feel: opulent, pampered, and surrounded by friends and family. Lower

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level cocktail lounge and bar, expansive outdoor terrace, and an extravagant staircase sweeping up to the second level, where a 20-guest dining room complete with demo kitchen awaits — picture feting all your friends right in your own extended home.

When the gaming is done, work out theCkinks back O N DinOyour M I N I U in the relaxation studio, where not only massage chairs await, but also innovative, exclusive dry-hydrotherapy massage beds, where you can float away the stress without actually getting wet. Energize with multiple high-volume, high-pressure jets in a full-body or targeted treatment.

A trio of state-of-the-art entertainment venues perfectly suit the activities you love. Custom designed for movie lovers, a 3D screening room offers stepped seating and theatre-worthy audio with a huge-screen television; for sports fans, a screening room with a casual air, comfy couches and a catering kitchen (for all those game-day snacks). In each, mind-blowing 4K resolution TV screens put you right in the thick of the action. With the most devoted of gamers in mind, Chaz.Yorkville also presents a PET SPA

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Even with all of that, one of the most exciting amenities at Chaz.Yorkville is one you can’t see: Chaz.Yorkville is the only condominium to offer fibre-optic wiring direct from Rogers head office at Jarvis and Bloor into each individual suite. Blinding Internet speeds in your home, the business center, the Gamers Arena and other community areas mean you are always wired, and never waiting for your ‘Net to catch up to your lifestyle’. For a limited time only, the “affordable” part of your affordable luxury vision is even more attainable, with credits on closing from $8,000 to $12,000, plus four months free occupancy fees. Even if you’re not ready to move in right away, Chaz.Yorkville guarantees annual rent of 4.5% of the purchase price through a fantastic leaseback program. If there was ever an example of the sum adding up to even more than its amazing parts, Chaz.Yorkville is it. We already did the math: Chaz.Yorkville + you = Toronto’s most affordable luxury in Toronto’s most desirable neighbourhood. Come in and find how Chaz.Yorkville fits into your life’s equation. A good selection of suites is still available, including Sky Residences, a specially appointed collection of unique layouts from the 42nd floor and up.

VISIT THE CHAZ.YORKVILLE PRESENTATION CENTRE AT 101 YORKVILLE AVE., BETWEEN CHAZ CLUB

unique, competition-grade Computer Gamers Arena, with specialized gaming chairs complete with integrated audio and 4K screens, including an 84-inch screen for taking down the most epic of villains in style. That’s big enough to impress even the largest mythical humanoid creature. Take on a friend in one of the sets of dual chairs, or sit out

AVENUE ROAD AND BELLAIR STREET, MONDAY TO THURSDAY FROM NOON TO 6 P.M.; FRIDAY 2 TO 6 P.M.; SATURDAY NOON TO 8 P.M. AND SUNDAY NOON TO 6 P.M. CALL 416-922-0045 OR VISIT WWW.CHAZYORKVILLE.COM.

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When it comes to luxury, there’s only one place to be

hen it comes to real estate in Toronto’s toniest neighbourhood, price is often a concern. At Chaz.Yorkville, the Yorkville lifestyle starts from the $300s and includes everything you need to live your aspirational urban dream. The neighbourhood you already know — stroll to Holt Renfrew, Tiffany, Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, et al. A little further afield and you’re in Toronto’s original urban village at Church and Wellesley, visiting Queen’s Park, hanging out at the ROM, or hopping from funky bar to eclectic pub on the Yonge Street strip. And then there’s Charles Street, home to Chaz.Yorkville. With its pedestrian-friendly nature and laid-back vibe, it’s a haven of tranquility in the proverbial hustle and bustle. Only a very special condominium could hope to hold its own. Fortunately, Chaz.Yorkville is very special indeed, an architectural masterpiece by Sol Wassermuhl and Page + Steele IBI Group, one of Toronto’s premier architectural firms. From a five-storey limestone-clad podium soar 47 storeys of sleek, aerodynamic tower with exposed exterior columns and integrated balconies that will be instantly identifiable.

With eight corner suites on every floor, there are only good views, only great light and only premium suites at Chaz.Yorkville. Each one has been meticulously laid out and infused with both functionality and elegance throughout: the work of Cecconi Simone, an interior design firm synonymous with excellence. What’s a great suite without the lifestyle to match? Chaz.Yorkville’s lifestyle-driven amenities are among the most innovative and life-enhancing the city offers – more like an upscale hotel than your average condo.

lifestyledriven amenities are among the most innovative and life-enhancing the city offers The Chaz Club embodies the upscale hotel lifestyle, two sky-high floors with views of both the lake and downtown on the 36th and 37th floors. Those looking up from outside will know it by the ribbon of lights that delineates the exterior. Those looking out apr 20 - May 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 081

from within will know it by the way it makes them feel: opulent, pampered and surrounded by friends and family. Lower level cocktail lounge and bar, expansive outdoor terrace and an extravagant staircase sweeping up to the second level, where a 20-guest dining room complete with demo kitchen awaits – picture feasting all your friends right in your own extended home. A trio of state-of-the-art entertainment venues perfectly suit the activities you love. Custom designed for movie lovers, a 3-D screening room offers stepped seating and theatre-worthy audio with a huge-screen television; for sports fans, a screening room with a casual air, comfy couches and a catering kitchen (for all those game-day snacks). In each, mind-blowing 4K resolution TV screens put you right in the thick of the action. With the most devoted of gamers in mind, Chaz.Yorkville also presents a unique, competition-grade Computer Gamers Arena, with specialized gaming chairs complete with integrated audio and 4K screens, including an 84-in. screen for taking down the most epic of villains in style. That’s big enough to impress even the largest mythical humanoid creature. Take on a friend in one of the sets of dual chairs, or sit out a round, sip a drink and cheer them on from seating on the sidelines. LED lights wrap the room in the ideal high-tech touch. When the gaming is done, work out the 082 new Condo Guide apr 20 - May 4, 2013

kinks in your back in the relaxation studio, where not only massage chairs await, but also innovative, exclusive dryhydrotherapy massage beds, where you can float away the stress without actually getting wet. Energize with multiple highvolume, high-pressure jets in a full-body or targeted treatment. Even with all of that, one of the most exciting amenities at Chaz.Yorkville is one you can’t see: Chaz.Yorkville is the only condominium to offer fibre-optic wiring direct from Rogers head office at Jarvis and Bloor into each individual suite. Blinding Internet speeds in your home, the business centre, the Gamers Arena and other community areas mean you are always wired, and never waiting for your ‘Net to catch up to your lifestyle. For a limited time only, the “affordable” part of your affordable luxury vision is even more attainable, with credits on closing from $8,000 to $12,000, plus four months free occupancy fees. Even if you’re not ready to move in right away, Chaz.Yorkville guarantees annual rent of 4.5 per cent of the purchase price through a fantastic leaseback program. If there was ever an example of the sum adding up to even more than its amazing parts, Chaz.Yorkville is it. We already did the math: Chaz.Yorkville + you = Toronto’s most affordable luxury in Toronto’s most desirable neighbourhood. Come in and find how Chaz.Yorkville fits into your life’s equation. A good selection of suites is still available, including Sky Residences, a specially appointed collection of unique layouts from the 42nd floor and up. Visit the Chaz.Yorkville Presentation Centre at 101 Yorkville Ave., between Avenue Road and Bellair Street, Monday to Thursday from noon to 6 p.m.; Friday 2 to 6 p.m.; Saturday noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday noon to 6 p.m. Call 416.922.0045 or visit chazyorkville.com

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Site Telephone TH* C* Price Range Page Finder Yonge+Richmond 416-492-7420 • from $290,000 17 16K 383 Sorauren 383sorauren.com 117 9L Merton Yonge Condominiums 416-484-1900 • from $320,000 151 14e High Park Condominiums 416-351-1844 • from $300,000 19 8L The HUB 416-408-1200 • from $220,000 6 9F The High Park 416-670-3699 • from $300,000 52-53 8L 155 REDPATH 416-601-0060 • from $250,000 55 14D 2221 Yonge 647-350-2221 • from $200,000 73 14E King Blue Condominiums 416-599-1355 • from $250,000 61 12N Picasso on Richmond 416-495-3549 • from $280,000 Insert 14M Lofts 399 416-867-3999 • from $390,000 152 14L CASA III 416-977-1100 • from $240,000 IBC 15L One Eleven Condominiums & Lofts 647-347-4111 • from $250,000 77 13M One Eleven Condominiums & Lofts oneeleven.ca • 77 13M Exhibit Definitive Residences 416-967-7778 • from $800,000 29 14i Exhibit Definitive Residences 416-967-7778 • from $800,000 29 14i Exhibit Definitive Residences 416-967-7778 • from $800,000 29 14i One Park Place Condominiums 416-955-0559 • from $250,000 15 18J The Pinnacle on Adelaide 416-596-1600 • 95 15M X2 416-927-0080 • from $303,000 24 16J 88 Scott 416-216-8588 • from $400,000 57 17M Riverhouse at the Old Mill 416-766-7343 • from $520,000 25 5L RCM I on University 416-363-4800 • from $393,000 59 14M Post House Condominium 416-964-2777 • from $350,000 44 16L Chaz 416-922-0045 • from $320,000 Insert & 47 16J Chaz 416-922-0045 • from $320,000 Insert & 47 16J Imperial Plaza 416-925-2501 • from $400,000 3 15I Perspective Condos 416-242-3500 from $280,000 98-99 4H Yorkville Plaza 416-966-3003 • • from $350,000 1 14H Five Condos 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 51 15J Five Condos 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 51 15J Cinema Tower Condominiums 416-203-2020 • 43 14M 30 Roe 416-915-3812 • from $321,000 71 14D South Hill on Madison Condominiums southhillonmadison.com • from $200,000 65 13I Noir menkes.com • Insert 15M SIXTY Colborne 416-601-0060 • from $300,000 56 16L SIXTY Colborne 416-598-7775 • from $300,000 56 16L E Condos 416-243-8688 • from $320,000 5 14E E Condos 416-243-8688 • from $320,000 5 14E E Condos 416-243-8688 • from $320,000 5 14E The Massey Tower 416-966-0197 • • from $320,000 49 16L 109OZ 416-531-4844 • from $300,000 119 12M Canary District Condominiums 416-603-7576 • from $250,000 69 18L 101 Erskine 416--480-0700 • • from $285,000 IFC 14E 530 St. Clair Ave. West 530condos.com • from $344,000 12H 500 St. Clair Ave. West 416-868-0500 • from $260,000 12H the rushton rushtonliving.com • from $344,000 12H ParadeTWO Tower Residences 416-813-0999 • from $287,000 15M Grand Parade 2 at Concord CityPlace 416-813-0999 • 15M ParadeTWO Park Collection at Concord CityPlace 416-813-0999 • from $308,000 15M Quartz 416-813-0999 • • 15M Spectra 2 416-813-0999 • • 15N Garrison at the Yards 416-260-2600 • from $190,000 14n West Lake 416-260-2600 • from $240,000 14N NXT 2 416-977-5300 • • from $300,000 8N NXT2/Phase Two 416-977-5300 • • from $210,000 8N Corporate 416-977-5300 • • from $300,000 8N NXT 416-977-5300 • • from $300,000 8N VU 416-970-9500 • • from $370,000 16L Pears on the Avenue 416-323-0100 • from $381,000 14I 365 Church menkes.com • 14I Trinity Lofts 416-690-2988 • from $330,000 19l Liberty on the Park Condominiums 416-537-0047 • from $363,000 12N Liberty Place 416-537-0047 • • from $170,000 12N Westside Lofts 416-516-5848 • from $180,000 12m LTD 416-601-2223 • from $310,000 14M River City 416-862-0505 • • from $250,000 18L

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River City 2 416-862-0505 • • from $250,000 Broadview Villas 416-429-7888 • from $490,000 Fabrik 416-591-7700 • from $250,000 King Blue Condominiums 416-599-1355 • from $250,000 Ten York 416-596-9888 • The College 416-363-4800 • from $300,000 Success Tower at Pinnacle Centre 416-360-0673 • from $750,000 33 Bay Residences at Pinnacle Centre 416-925-3325 • Churchill Park Condominiums 416-966-9080 • from $900,000 The Madison 416-482-8090 • from $390,000 Infinity Condominiums 416-214-1988 • from $250,000 Milan 416-928-7409 • from $520,000 CASA 416-977-1100 • from $710,000 The Bloor St. Neighbourhood 416-977-1100 • from $600,000 CASA 2 416-977-1100 • from $250,000 The 500 Condos + Lofts 416-960-0606 • from $400,000 King West 416-367-5464 • from $210,000 775 King West 416-367-5464 • from $330,000 3018 Yonge In Lawrence Park 3018yonge.com • from $390,000 Monde mondegreatgulf.com • from $300,000 B Streets 416-532-6636 from $300,000 The Uptown Residences 416-987-3500 • from $950,000 The Brant Park 416-703-7271 • from $250,000 King West - The Lanes contextkingwest.ca • from $250,000 Foundry Lofts 416-531-7760 from $399,000 Brownstones on the Park 416-531-7760 • from $320,000 Brownstones 416-531-7760 • from $300,000 The Upper Canada Condominium 416-489-5194 • from $1800,000 The Upper Canada Condominiums 416-489-5194 • from $1.8,000 455 Adelaide West - Fashion District Lofts 416-603-6166 • • from $280,000 Fashion House 416-366-0560 • from $250,000 Beach Hill Residences 416-422-0880 • • from $200,000 Schoolhouse 416-979-1333 • from $595,000 Worklofts 416-368-5262 • from $243,000 Flatiron Lofts 416-368-5262 from $243,000 300 Front Street West 416-217-0300 • from $324,000 Reve 416-514-2710 • from $334,000 Pier 27 Waterlink 416-367-3456 • from $300,000 Condos at The Distillery 416-361-1322 • from $400,000 One Bloor Residences 416-922-0081 • from $535,000 Block liveatblock.com • The King East 416-368-5262 • from $300,000 East Condos & Lofts 416-368-5262 • from $310,000 King West kingwestlife.com • from $346,000 Four Seasons Private Residences Toronto 416-775-7500 • from $1900,000 Four Seasons Private Residences Toronto 416-775-7500 • from $1900,000 Seventy Seven Charles Yorkville 416-203-7034 • from $2100,000 Market Wharf 416-861-8181 • from $260,000 Library District Condominiums 416-861-8181 • from $222,000 Brownstones in Davenport Village 416-531-7760 from $245,000 Brownstones on the Park 416-531-7760 • from $260,000 Charlie 416-927-9772 • from $251,000 Ivory On Adelaide 416-862-0888 • from $279,000 Fly Condos 416-979-1333 from $310,000 Condo Living Store 416-979-1333 • U Condominiums 416-546-6605 • from $250,000 One Park West 416-955-0559 • from $406,000 Paintbox Condominiums paintboxcondos.ca • Festival Tower 416-203-2020 • from $350,000 X2 416-927-0080 • from $303,000 Bisha Hotel & Residences 416-637-2211 • from $300,000 Art Condos 416-535-7775 • from $530,000 Two Old Mill 416-645-7022 • from $356,000 1717 Avenue Road 416-430-1717 from $1550,000 1717 Avenue Road 416-430-1717 • from $1295,000 Queen & Portland 416-363-4800 • from $315,000 5 St. Joseph 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 5 St. Joseph 416-928-0555 • • from $250,000 DNA 3 416-929-1030 • from $220,000 Downtown 416-598-5088 • from $210,000 12 Degrees 416-408-1200 • from $350,000 The Berwick 416-922-9425 from $280,000 The Grove 416-824-3390 • from $840,000 Riverside Towns 416-214-2000 • from $400,000 Riverside Towns 416-214-2000 • from $400,000 KEW Beach Living 416-690-0101 • • from $350,000 KEW Beach Living 416-690-0101 • • from $350,000 The Mercer 416-597-6940 • from $350,000 Studio on Richmond 647-352-7736 • from $300,000 Backstage on the Esplanade 416-777-2533 Backstage on the Esplanade 416-777-2533 Vero verocondos.ca from $250,000 Theatre Park 416-422-0333 • from $380,000 Theatre Park 416-422-0333 • from $490,000 Tableau Condominiums 416-591-8887 • • from $450,000 Tableau Condominiums 416-591-8887 • • from $350,000 King Charlotte 416-422-0333 • from $466,000 King Charlotte 416-422-0333 • from $312,000 Tableau Condominiums tableaucondos.com • • from $350,000 Carmelina 416-423-8500 • from $250,000 Yorkville Condominiums 416-987-3222 • • from $550,000 The Bond Condominiums 416-546-7525 • • from $300,000 Showcase showcaseliving.ca • from $210,000 L Tower 416-777-2533 • from $410,000 707 Lofts 707Lofts.com • • from $255,000 King + Condos 416-366-5464 • from $304,000 thirtytwo Camden 416-860-0060 • from $240,000 8 Gladstone 416-690-9009 • from $250,000 133 Hazelton Residence 416-487-9863 • Model Suite of the Month 416-487-9863 • 210 Simcoe 210simcoe.com • Karma 416-551-2744 • from $180,000 Karma 416-551-2744 • Rise 416-546-7399 • from $290,000 Model Suite of the Month • Neon 416-987-7878 • from $210,000 The Carlaw 416-690-8588 • from $200,000 Nero 416-792-6418 • from $300,000 Allure Condominiums allurecondos.ca • from $350,000 Allure Condominiums allurecondos.ca • from $350,000 1000 Bay 416-485-3000 • FAD Condos 416-815-1818 • from $250,000 INDX 416-987-4639 • INDX 416-987-4639 • The Carnaby 416-690-9009 • from $250,000 TUX greatgulf.com/register • from $250,000 The Hill 416-408-1200 • from $260,000 The Sterling thesterling1919.com • • from $200,000 Wallace Walk wallacewalktowns.com • from $210,000 The St Clements 416--778-7070 • • The Perry 416-926-7555 • from $390,000

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Concord Adex ELAD Canada Liberty Development Corp. Lanterra Developments Brandy Lane Homes The Daniels Corporation Torbel Group YYZed Project management Tridel Corporation Tridel Corporation Tridel Corporation Tridel Corporation Concord Adex Concord Adex Concord Adex Concord Adex Concord Adex Conservatory Group Conservatory Group Torbel Group Tridel Corporation Tridel Corporation Castle Royale Development Malibu Investments Inc. Norstar Group of Companies Menkes Developments Inc. Monarch Corporation Monarch Corporation MintoUrban Communities Inc. Devron Developments Canderel/Stoneridge DHD Developments Aspen Ridge Homes ELAD Canada The Brown Group of Companies Kantium Development Lanterra Developments Tridel Corporation Fram Building Group The Daniels Corporation Tribute Communities Fram Building Group/Cadillac Fairview

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Opus 416-813-2999 • • 38-39 Dreamtower At Emerald City 416-492-0001 • from $260,000 67 World on Yonge 905-771-7010 • 37 Treviso II 416-787-8882 • from $220,000 27 The Station 416-398-9777 • from $420,000 54 NY2 416-221-3939 from $220,000 41 The Avanti Condominiums 416-636-0400 from $375,000 VISTO vistocondos.ca from $220,000 Hullmark Centre 416-733-2883 • from $524,000 Avonshire Parkside 416-730-0300 • • from $579,000 Aristo at Avonshire 416-730-0300 • Aristo2 at Avonshire 416-730-0300 • from $299,000 Tango at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • • from $236,000 Discovery at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • Discovery II at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • • from $210,000 Tango2 at Concord Park Place 416-813-2999 • from $265,000 Corporate 416-813-2999 • • from $210,000 Pearl Condominiums 416-512-1818 • from $200,000 Platinum Towers 416-512-1818 • from $340,000 Diva DivaCondo.com Argento 416-663-1818 • Alto at Atria 416-645-8866 • from $288,000 The Palm Condominium Residences 416-306-1000 • from $400,000 Gramercy Park Condominium Residences 416-703-2202 • from $600,000 Portrait Condominiums 416-282-9600 • from $300,000 Gibson Square 416-730-9722 • from $363,000 Ultra at Heron’s Hill 416-495-3548 • from $200,000 Yorkland at Heron’s Hill 416-495-3548 • from $300,000 88 416-915-3805 • from $235,000 Flo Condominiums 647-799-0356 • from $250,000 Aura At College Park 416-962-8688 • from $500,000 Gooderham 416-361-1322 • from $410,000 Scenic on Eglinton 416-805-1781 • from $190,000 Emerald City Condominiums 416-492-0001 • from $250,000 Willow Park at Bayview 416-221-6767 • from $466,000 Posh Condominiums 905-771-0134 • from $544,000 Treviso Condominiums 416-787-8882 • from $200,000 Trio at Atria 416-645-8866 from $258,000 LIV Lofts 416-445-5638 • from $250,000 NY Place 416-221-3939 • from $250,000 Canterbury 647-352-2130 • • from $700,000 Flaire Condos 416-445-8868 • from $320,000

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Islington Ave

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401 2A

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Queensway

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Ellesmere Rd

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Site Telephone TH* C* Price Range Page Finder The Epicurean monarchgroup.net • from $250,000 Insert 23F One Sherway Condominiums 416-695-3535 • from $273,000 22-23 16G One Sherway Condominiums 416-695-3535 • from $273,000 22-23 16G Ocean Club 416-255-4663 • from $229,000 111 24C Lago 416-495-3544 • from $300,000 Insert 24c Eleven Superior 416-259-8882 • from $200,000 103 23C Watermark 416-354-2221 • from $320,000 91 19D Terrace on Danforth 416-987-7575 • 37 2F Harmony Village Sheppard 416-493-0123 from $250,000 75 2C Ventus at Metro Gate 416-293-5535 • from $342,000 BC 4c Park Towers at IQ 416-253-5838 • from $220,000 113 22G Vivid Condos 416-239-8200 • from $250,000 10 23F Centro 416-296-1898 • from $185,000 6D Nautilus at Waterview 416-495-3544 • from $400,000 25H Altitude 416-321-1659 • from $230,000 25H Palais at Port Royal Place 416-239-8200 • from $260,000 23F Cloud 9 Condominiums cloud9condos.ca • from $220,000 22B Cloud 9 Condominiums cloud9condos.ca • from $220,000 22B ilofts at Mystic Pointe 416-251-8888 • from $310,000 25G California Condos 416-251-8888 • from $242,000 25g Princeton Manor 905-849-1818 from $210,000 6G Summerside mattamyhomes.com • • from $159,000 3F King’s Way at Swansea Village 416-766-4683 • from $188,000 24G Eau Du Soleil empirecommunities.com/eaudusoleil • from $250,000 25B Encore 416-495-3543 • from $200,000 5D Beyond The Sea Star Tower Condominiums 416-979-1333 • • from $400,000 24H Evolution 416-747-9691 • from $250,000 22G Parc Nuvo at Essex 416-231-0999 • from $398,000 22g South Beach 416-252-3000 from $209,000 25H Waterscapes 416-495-3544 • from $390,000 26H Metrogate Townhomes 416-293-5535 • • from $427,000 4C West Village 416-620-1887 • from $260,000 21F One Valhalla 416-233-5554 • from $239,000 21F Thunderbird 416-233-5554 • from $240,000 21F Triumph At One Valhalla 416-233-5554 • from $230,000 21F IQ IQcondos.com • from $190,000 22G The Masters mastercondos.com • from $200,000 22G Westwood Condominiums westwoodAlterra.com • from $300,000 23F Avani At Metrogate 416-293-5535 • from $248,000 4C Jade Condominiums 416-762-8818 • from $250,000 24G Nature’s Path 416-745-6686 • • from $270,000 11E 2150 Condos 416-750-2150 • from $189,000 3E Haven On The Bluffs 416-2621-9555 • from $160,000 3E Lexington 416-638-8444 • from $240,000 21C South Shore mintosouthshore.com • from $300,000 22H Qube Condos 647-351-7823 • from $200,000 24G Me 647-693-7563 • from $150,000 8D

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Monarch Corporation

Nautilus at Waterview -

416-495-3544

• from $400,000

Cresford Development Corp.

NXT2/Phase Two

416-977-5300

• • from $210,000

Cresford Development Corp.

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416-977-5300

• • from $300,000

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West Harbour City

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416-203-3700

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-813-0999

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416-214-1988

• from $250,000

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416-862-0505

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416-537-0047

• from $200,000

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Liberty on the Park Condominiums

416-537-0047

• from $363,000

10F

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416-601-2223

• from $200,000

12F

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sunsetcondos.ca

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416-367-3456

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Pier 27 Residences On The Lake

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905-822-8858

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416-987-8800

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Waterscapes

416-495-3544

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Princeton Manor

905-849-1818

• from $210,000

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Jade Waterfront Condos

416-251-0707

• from $250,000

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empirecommunities.com/eaudusoleil

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Jade Waterfront Condos by Phantom Developments

Live life on tomorrow’s fast lane, at this condo in a key Eg-West location. Register now. Web: EmpireTheHub.com

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Noir Condos by Menkes

In the heart of the action. Coming soon to Church and Carlton. Register now. Web: Menkes.com

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The Britt by Lanterra Developments

One Park Place by Daniels Corp.

Condos with European flair coming soon to Bay and Wellesley. Register now. Web: SunsetCondos.ca

Coming this spring, the “one” place to be in downtown east. Register now to stay informed. Web: DanielsOneParkPlace.com

California Condos by Camrost Felcorp

Sixty Colborne by Freed Developments

A block from everything at King Street East and Church Street. Register now. Web: SixtyColborne.com

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South Hill on Madison by Burnac

Inspired by London; coming soon to trendy Queen West. Register now. Web: CarnabyLofts.com

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Tao by SigNature Communities

World-class condo in the heart of the Entertainment District. Register now. Web: CinemaTowerCondos.com

Boutique condos on Bayview in Richmond Hill. Coming soon. Web: TaoCondos.ca

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Coming soon to King West – community and design for everyone. Register now. Web: ContextKingWest.ca

Rising above it all at York and Harbour. Register now for your private oasis. Web: TenYork-condos.ca

Dragon Condos by Ideal Developments

Tux by Great Gulf

Rising 40 storeys at King and Blue Jays Way. Take the next step – register now. Web: GreatGulf.com/register

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The Upper Canada Condominium by State Building Group

Surfacing soon: one of Canada’s tallest and most iconic waterfront condos. Register online. Web: EauDuSoleilCondos.com

Coming soon, affordable luxury at Avenue Road and Lonsdale. Register now. Web: UpperCanadaCondo.com

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Vivid by Pemberton Group

A stylish new condo for local foodies in Bloor West Village. Register now. Web: MonarchGroup.net

Affordable luxury living at Bloor and Islington. Register now. Web: VividCondos.com

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Indx Condos by Lifetime & CentreCourt Developments

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ward-winning residences are taking shape in one of Toronto’s most up and coming neighbourhoods – Long Branch. Located at the historic corner of Lake Shore Blvd. West and Long Branch Avenue – Watermark is a striking seven-storey boutique condominium residence boasting timeless traditional architecture including antique red brick, limestone accents, large cornice mouldings and decorative metal details – all blending beautifully with the historic structures that have characterized this area for more than a century. Inside, an elegant hotel styled lobby welcomes residents and guests with comfortable seating and concierge service. The Watermark Club Room with its spacious lounge, wide screen television, caterer’s kitchenette and bar allows residents to entertain in style. Just off the Club Room is a large outdoor seating area with barbecues and dining areas – a perfect place to escape the confines of city living. The show-stopper of Watermark is the roof-top terrace featuring outstanding views of Lake Ontario and downtown Toronto. For those looking to stay active, a

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fitness centre complete with cardio and weight-training equipment is available on-site, while nature trails and parks are only a short stroll away. The 72 residential suites of Watermark are elegantly appointed; featuring open concept designs, deep balconies and terraces (as per plan), soaring nine-ft. ceiling heights and luxurious finishes. Quality laminate wood flooring in the living/dining room, kitchen, foyer and hallways offer style and durability, while plush carpeting with under-pad in all bedrooms pampers your feet. Aspiring chefs will love the custom kitchen cabinetry with extended height uppers, offering plenty of storage space. The beautiful granite or engineered

WINNER OF MOST OUTSTANDING MID-RISE BUILDING BY THE ONTARIO HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION, WATERMARK IS SET TO BECOME THE BENCHMARK FOR LOCAL AREA REDEVELOPMENT quartz countertops complete with stainless steel undermount sink offers an ideal meal prep area. Upgraded stainless steel appliances including fridge, slide in stove and dishwasher combine style and function in this much-used space, and the high efficiency front loading stacked washer and dryer will help to lessen laundry chores. The spa inspired bathrooms, complete with designer cabinetry and stone countertops provide a luxurious retreat from the hectic world around and the deep soaker bathtub will help soothe the stresses of the day. Surrounding Watermark is Long Branch, a community founded as a vacation destination for Toronto’s 19th century elite. With easy access to the waterfront and convenient connectivity to all parts of the GTA via the nearby Long Branch GO Station, TTC Streetcar, Hwy. 427 and Gardiner

Expressway, it’s easy to see why this area has maintained its reputation as a hidden gem along the Toronto waterfront. For outdoor enthusiast, Marie Curtis Park, Len Ford Park, Long Branch Park and Colonel Samuels Smith Park are all within walking distance. When the weather is warm – go sailing at the Lake Shore Yacht Club or play a few rounds of golf at nearby Toronto Golf Club or Lakeview Golf Club. For bookworms, the Long Branch Public Library is across the street while Humber College – Lake Shore Campus is 5 minutes away. Residents looking to outfit their suite with the latest designer trends can visit nearby Sherway Gardens located just up the street; while the downtown core for work and entertainment is only 15 minutes away. With its enviable location in one of the last developing waterfront areas in Toronto, and its award winning design, now is the opportunity to purchase in this landmark community. About the builder

Founded in 1992, the Queenscorp Group of Companies specializes in building niche residential and commercial real estate developments across the south-west GTA. With projects ranging from mid-rise condo towers to low-rise waterfront enclaves, Queenscorp has built a reputation for quality and innovation as demonstrated in their vibrant award winning communities. Visit the Watermark Presentation Centre, located at 3609 Lake Shore Blvd. W., Ste. 104, Toronto. For more information, visit queenscorp.com or call 416.354.2221.

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When it comes to remodeling a condo bathroom, the process can be even more of a challenge since it is typically a very small room with fixtures that arenâ€™t easily moved.

It just requires a little careful planning and creativity. I’m going to take you through a recent condo renovation my firm took on for a client living in a downtown Toronto highrise. Last year, a single condo owner came to us in desperation of having a more masculine, edgy and stylish bathroom out of his current builders grade space, with all white everything – walls, floors and fixtures. Right away during my initial site visit, I saw the full potential it had to offer, it was just determining what was and wasn’t possible because of condo rules and restrictions.

Before making any changes to a condo bathroom, it’s crucial to read over the condo’s regulations and bylaws to ensure that your remodeling plans will be acceptable. Many condo associations only allow owners to modify features, which means that there may be restrictions on changes to the plumbing and wiring. Before making any changes to a condo bathroom, it’s crucial to read over the condo’s regulations and bylaws to ensure that your remodeling plans will be acceptable. Many condo associations only allow owners to modify features, which means that there may be restrictions on changes to the plumbing and wiring. The rules may also state that your plans reflect a certain consistency with the rest of the development’s appearance to maintain its overall look. Consult with your condo board to verify that your remodeling ideas are acceptable within the terms of the development so you don’t waste time and money. When it came to this project we were hired to take on, it did turn out that we were unable to relocate the plumbing fixtures, but that wouldn’t stop us from giving this bathroom completely new visual appeal. We began by removing all of the old and outdated fixtures – from the tub to the toilet paper holder – and donating them to Habitat for Humanity. Starting from scratch, the client decided that he really had no use for a shower so a tub was now out of the picture completely. We designed the new space with an ultra modern and trendy California style continued on page 102… apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 097

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PERSPECTIVE ENCORE! Hit condo launches phase II

Go west, and discover elegant design in an impeccable Etobicoke location

t starts with the dazzle of light on glass and the drama of sleek contemporary lines. As imagined by award-winning firm Turner Fleischer Architects and made real by Pianosi Development Corp., the twin towers of Perspective Condos rise gracefully from a west Toronto streetscape defined not just by urban amenities, but also by sweeping views of grass, trees, wildflowers and flowing water. With the launch of Phase II, Torontonians looking for superior style and amenities in an unbeatable location have a brand new opportunity to own a home of their own, a no-compromise option that puts urban life into rich, rewarding Perspective.

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With the launch of Phase II, Torontonians looking for superior style and amenities in an unbeatable location have a brand new opportunity to own a home of their own, a no-compromise option that puts urban life into rich, rewarding Perspective.

The timeless design of its warm, inviting lobby is dotted with tactile expressions of the Perspective philosophy, that great design embraces life. Sumptuous fabrics, marble, opulent wood grains and custom lighting welcome home residents and impress guests, flowing naturally past the sophisticated fireplace to the 24-hour concierge station – the impeccable work of Bryon Patton & Associates. But great design is just the stunning wrapping on an even deeper, more meaningful gift. It’s the lifestyle that awaits within that will really turn your head. Club facilities invigorate your senses and pamper your soul: sparkling indoor pool, virtual golf simulator, billiards room, lovely guest suite, and a media lounge where you and your guests can kick back, watch a movie together in high style, and forget all together that the weekend ever ends. From the rooftop lounge, treetops stretch into the distance, giving way to the inimitable Toronto skyline, where skyscrapers offer the promise of hardcore urban activity, should that be the mood you’re in. It’s just close enough for easy access, and just far enough away to be the backdrop to more serene daily living. Friends, cocktails, a modern fireplace that warms both the body and the spirit, where natural stone and gleaming metalwork come together – the rooftop lounge is simply a beautiful spot to relax and recharge. Suites are intelligently laid out and luxuriously appointed, from the sleek, European-styled kitchens to thoughtful laundry rooms and beautifully outfitted ensuites. Chef-approved kitchens with designer panache feature counter-depth stainless steel fridges with bottom freezer drawers, and stainless steel dishwashers, microwaves and self-cleaning ranges. A choice of contemporary or traditional style cabinets and granite or quartz countertops personalize the look. Bathrooms at their best are personal sanctuaries, and those at Perspective don’t disappoint: custom cabinets, porcelain and ceramic tiles, soaker tubs, single-level chrome faucets and indulgent rain shower heads. Premium laminate floors distinguish living areas, along with deep baseboards and cultured marble windowsills. With the Humber Valley Trail system at your doorstep, a downtown “commute” can turn into a welcome daily “commune,” surrounded by nature, yet immersed in the city. The number and variety of parks, golf courses and greenspaces is staggering, with charming, century-old James Gardens at the heart of it all.

Right at home, you’ll find shops and services on-site, and just minutes away the convenience of al fresco Bloor West Village and enclosed Sherway Gardens – whatever the weather, your needs are covered. Quick access to all manner of transportation routes is all around, including subway, Hwys. 427 and 401, Pearson Airport, and in the near future, the Eglinton Crosstown LRT. This neighbourhood game-changer is part of the largest light-rail transit expansion in Toronto history, set to add another 52 km of convenience. The Eglinton extension will stretch right from Perspective’s neighbourhood well into Scarborough, with no transfer required! If you’d rather stay closer to home, handy big-box stores and charming boutiques put everything you want within easy reach. Construction preparations are actively underway, a testament to the community’s resounding success so far. Perspective Phase II offers a brand new opportunity to take advantage of superior value in Toronto’s best-kept secret location. The stunning suites arrayed in two classical towers joined by an elegant podium base start from $279,900, with parking and locker included, for units ranging from one-plus-den, two-bedroom and two-plus-den. Visit perspectivecondos.ca to find out more, or visit the Presentation Centre in person at 2893 Bloor St. W. at Prince Edward Dr. Hours: Monday to Thursday noon to 6 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 101

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Ikea! When working with and splurging on many high end finishes (in this case the beautiful tile and sleek Aquabrass fixtures), it gives you the chance to save else ware which we did with the Ikea piece – when surrounded by luxe elements this completely blends in and looks just as expensive without the price tag associated. After a few months of planning and hard work, the new condo bathroom space was complete and the owner couldn’t be happier, which is the biggest reward to me for every project I take on. So with a little careful planning and creativity, you can turn your standard condo bathroom into the oasis of your dreams. You may run into a few obstacles along the way but I will assure you once it’s all said and done it will be well worth it. More Condo Bathroom Renovating Tips › Always renovate for your immediate use first and for potentially selling your condo second. After all, the space is for you right now › Be sure to hire a contractor who has had previous experience with condo work – working in a condo is much different than working in a house

shower (no ledge or curb) complete with a Nuheat heated floor system that ran underneath and throughout the entire bathroom – perfect for our chilly Canadian winters. Once the functionality and underfoot was pinned down, it was time to focus on the esthetic of the space. We knew that wanted a focal point it was just determining where that would be.

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So we decided to use the shower area for this, since it was in the direct sightline from the door, which I think we did a great job of achieving. Using a beautiful fish scale mosaic tile (Rainbow Pisces from Deco Tile) framed in the stunning surrounding 12-by-24-in. limestone, this once baron wall transformed instantly into a dramatic waterproof piece of artwork. Also inset into the tile on another wall was a large slab of mirror (which we then framed using the reverse side of a picture frame), extending entirely over the new sleek water efficient toilet and Ikea vanity – yes 102 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

Yanic Simard is the principal designer of the Toronto Interior Design Group. Specializing in residential and commercial projects, Simard often applies his signature high/low and old/new combination design techniques in developing unique designs. Simard has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and has appeared as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s Cityline. For more information visit tidg.ca.

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Make way for ELEVEN SUPERIOR

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Eleven Superior’s interiors offer engineered laminate flooring and a choice of colour palettes to accommodate individual styles.

avies Smith Developments is pleased to announce that the site plan application for Eleven Superior in Mimico has been approved by the City of Toronto. Along with this great kick-start to spring, construction is also well underway. Shoring is complete, and excavation has begun to make way for the muchanticipated condo project in the heart of Mimico-by-the-Lake. “We are excited to bring this pioneering new addition to the community and for the opportunity to be an integral part of the revitalization of Mimico-by-the-Lake,” says Graham Chalmers co-owner of Davies Smith Developments. Attracting first-time homebuyers and

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empty nesters from the area, as well as young outdoor recreation enthusiasts from downtown, Eleven Superior is a nine-storey midrise condo offering 132 suites, steps from Toronto’s recently completed linear Waterfront Park. Providing purchasers with easy lakefront access and a variety of outdoor activities year-round, the new 1.1-km Waterfront Park is outfitted with boardwalks, cycling and in-line skating trails, rest areas, sand dunes and cobble beaches, welcoming joggers, cyclist and urban explorers along the city’s waterfront edge during the Spring and Summer months. During winter, Eleven Superior purchasers can enjoy the brisk fresh air at one of Canada’s best ice-skating parks located at the foot of

Kipling Ave. and Lakeshore Blvd. West. The 250-metre figure-eight shaped skating rink near Humber college, also known as the Colonel Sam Smith Ice Trail, has not only become a top winter hot spot for Torontonians, but was also rated by Chatelaine Magazine as one of the best winter destinations in Canada! With four-season recreation opportunities just outside its door, Eleven Superior is a quick car-ride from downtown Toronto and is accessible by streetcar with a TTC stop right in front. Eleven Superior purchasers also enjoy the convenience of living right on Mimico’s pedestrian friendly main street, lined with retail, supermarkets, sizzling restaurants and coffee houses including Birds & Beans Café by the lake. Rich in culture and history, Lakeshore Arts also sits in the heart of the action, as a key organizer for hosting local artists and cultural events. “We are happy to see the revitalization of such a prominent corner and are looking forward to Eleven Superior’s contribution to the vibrant street life of Mimico-by-theLake,” says David Pritchard, Mimico-by-theLake BIA board member and owner of Birds & Beans. With a selection of one- and two-bedroom suites and townhomes remaining, ranging from 559 to 1,047 sq. ft., now is the last chance for purchasers to get in at pre-construction prices starting from $234,500.

Eleven Superior’s interiors offer engineered laminate flooring and a choice of colour palettes to accommodate individual styles. The kitchens boast warm toned granite countertops and islands with modern wood cabinetry. The bathrooms, foyers and laundry areas are polished with porcelain or ceramic floors. Suites also feature floor-to-ceiling or vast windows providing magnificent views of Lake Ontario. The contemporary interior design is capped with an indoor rooftop amenity space that includes a fitness centre, social lounge with a private dining area and room for entertainment. All of the indoor amenity space connects to a generous wrap around terrace equipped with a barbecue that overlooks the city and the water. Due to construction, Eleven Superior’s sales centre has now moved to a temporary office located directly on Superior Avenue just steps from 2398 Lake Shore Blvd. W. For more information and for sale centre hours call 416.259.8882;email info@elevensuperior.com or visit elevensuperior.com To stay updated with Eleven Superior’s construction, check out the Davies Smith Developments Blog (blog.davies-smith. com) or join the conversation on Facebook (DaviesSmithDevelopments) and Twitter @daviessmith

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A generous wrap around terrace equipped with a barbecue overlooks the city of Toronto and the water.

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First-time homebuyers

showing their rational side According to a national survey conducted by Genworth Financial Mortgage Insurance Company Canada (Genworth Canada), first-time homebuyers are adjusting to the new mortgage requirements and making informed choices about homeownership. The annual poll, completed in conjunction with the Canadian Association of Credit Counselling Services (CACCS), asked 1,514 Canadians questions about their financial well-being and preparedness. The 2013 survey revealed that there was a significant rise in the number of recent first-time buyers who say they put down more than 20 per cent on their homes (56 per cent versus 36 per cent in the 2012 survey). In fact, the number of people that said it is getting harder to save for that down payment is on the decline (50 per cent versus 55 per cent in 2012) with more first-time buyers finding it easier to save money (nine per cent, up from five per cent in 2012). In addition, only 17 per cent of respondents thought it was a good time to buy,

“ Canadians entering the real estate market are making financially astute choices by saving longer and putting down larger deposits on their homes,” says Brian Hurley, chairman and CEO of Genworth Canada.

suggesting that low interest rates alone are not enough to entice Canadians to purchase a home. “Canadians entering the real estate market are making financially astute choices by saving longer and putting down larger deposits on their homes,” says Brian Hurley, chairman and CEO of Genworth Canada. “They continue to value homeownership and are being responsible about the way they enter into mortgage debt. This trend bodes well for a softlanding of the housing market.” Among first-time homebuyers, the proportion saving for less than two years has decreased by nearly 30 per cent, while the proportion saving for more than five years rose by more than 50 per cent. This appears to indicate that fewer first-time homebuyers feel a sense of urgency about entering the real estate market, which is consistent with the fact that fewer expect house prices to rise in the next twelve months. “There is still a strong need for Canadians to have a better grasp on their financial situation,” says Henrietta Ross, CEO of CACCS. “More than 40 per cent don’t think their credit rating reflects them or don’t know what their credit rating is. Counselling could help ensure they are financially prepared to enter and maintain substantial investments, such as homeownership.” apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 106

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ne of the most exciting new condominiums east of the Don Valley, Imagine Condos is creating a stir and it’s not just because of the obvious value. Imagine will offer vibrant condo living for considerably less than it costs downtown, it’s true, but that’s only the beginning. Imagine is located at a major transportation hub, by two subway stations and walking distance to Scarborough GO. Downtown Toronto or Scarborough Town Centre; take your pick. You’re only minutes away. Add to that a 10-minute bicycle ride to Rosetta McClain Gardens to see deer and rabbits, a few minutes more and you’re at the world-famous Bluffs with its beach and marina. Or browse the nearby Eglinton Avenue shopping scene. You’re at the centre of everything you need. Imagine also reflects urban developer insoho’s passion for 108 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

A team of design professionals working with insoho has collaborated to create a coveted condo living experience. A rooftop terrace features a barbecue and tree-topped views, ideal for fair weather get-togethers. design. Inspired by European modernism, in dark brown Ontario brick with architectural panels, this intimate four-storey condo will make a striking architectural statement at Kennedy and St. Clair East. A team of design professionals working with insoho has collaborated to create a coveted condo living experience. A rooftop terrace features a barbecue and tree-topped views, ideal for fair weather get-togethers. Inside, a party lounge equipped with a sleek fireplace and kitchenette is the right setting for private gatherings. Work out in the fitness centre. Your guests will admire the serenely contemporary lobby. Suite designs are simply stunning. You have a choice of one, two and three-bedroom plans, some with dens and powder rooms. Everythingâ€™s been designed, from the nineand 10-ft. ceilings to the open concept living, dining and kitchen areas so that space flows. And natural light washes over it all. Bedrooms give you room to breathe; master bedrooms come with private en suites. Outdoor living happens on generously-sized balconies or ground-floor terraces. Imagine the benefits. Bistro kitchens come with four stainless steel appliances. Every living space except bathrooms and laundry features laminate flooring. Central air and heating are individually controlled. Most of the suites include an indoor parking space. And thereâ€™s indoor bicycle parking, too. Square footage ranges from 482 to 962 sq. ft. at prices ranging from $179,900 to the mid-$300â€™s. Occupancy is slated for summer 2015. Register now for the upcoming spring preview at imaginecondos.com apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 109

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2013 BMO Small Business Confidence Report reveals outlook for performance, economy, growth and investment

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Based on their answers to a series of questions, the majority (62 per cent) of business owners have a positive outlook for 2013. Again, businesses in Atlantic Canada (70 per cent) and British Columbia (69 per cent) lead the charge as the most optimistic. More than half (52 per cent) expect 2013 to be a better year for business and 45 per cent anticipate their business will grow. Further, a sizeable number expect the economy will improve rather than worsen (34 per cent versus 16 per cent). However, the positive sentiment has waned since the fall when optimists outnumbered pessimists by a 5-to-1 ratio (39 per cent versus 8 per cent). The report, conducted by Pollara, also revealed that plans to invest are trending upward. Small business owners indicated they plan to invest more (28 per cent) into their business this year, up since the fall. NATIONAL

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t just doesn’t make sense why,” said the Queen of Toronto condos, broker Barbara Lawlor of Baker Real Estate, recently, in conversation with a lifelong renter, living in West Toronto. “Why,” she asked, “would you pay money, month after month, with nothing to show for it at the end… except a wealthier landlord?” The conversation took place in the middle of the Presentation Centre for IQ, a new condominium community at Islington and The Queensway, from the award-winning real estate developers at Remington. As the leader of the development’s sales team, Lawlor has found herself having the very same conversation on more than one occasion with West Toronto renters, who stop into the sales centre for a peek at one of Toronto’s most talked about new condo developments.

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“It’s truly astounding to me,” she notes, “that people who love the neighbourhood and who grew up here in their parents’ home, are still living in the neighbourhood today, but as renters! Young or old, single or married with kids, these people are paying more than a $1,000 a month to rent an apartment, when they could buy a condominium in the area they love for only $999 a month.” Lawlor is talking about a new, limited time promotion from Remington designed to turn West Toronto renters into IQ owners. “The key was ensuring the math added up,” says Remington’s marketing director Teresa Roppo. “We spent a lot of time with the sales, marketing and design teams, as well mortgage specialists, to ensure that we could deliver great residential product – stunning architecture, amazing interiors, dynamic amenities and a magnificent landscape design – at a price point that purchasers could carry like rent. “After adding up all the features and finishes, factoring in our low starting price, dividing it by record low mortgage rates and multiplying it against rising population figures, it was clear to us that buying at IQ was a smart decision, and one today’s buyers couldn’t afford not to make.” After selling out its first two towers shortly after its launch in 2011, Remington recently launched the next phase of the highly successful IQ Condominiums community. Now on sale, and known as Park Towers, this newest addition has continued to be popular with both move down buyers looking to sell the family home for a profit, as well as with first-time buyers anxious to start building equity through homeownership. Starting from low $200,000s, Park Towers is set adjacent to a professionally designed, landscaped urban park created by the award-winning Janet Rosenberg and Associates. The new 24-storey urban tower designed by the firm of EI Richmond, will boast a range of efficient layouts from studio apartments, to spacious suites with two bedrooms and a den.

The suites feature a range of deluxe finishes, such as finely crafted cabinetry in the kitchens with full height upper cabinets in a choice of finishes and colours, granite countertops and breakfast bars, ceramic backsplashes and stainless steel appliances. The luxurious bathrooms are complete with the finest details such as a marble counter and under mount sink, elegant cabinetry and lockable medicine storage, a glass shower door with safety pressure balancing valve, dual flush toilet and the choice of porcelain or ceramic flooring. Amenities at Park Towers IQ include an indoor salt water infinity pool, whirlpool and fitness facilities including weight, cardio and yoga rooms, as well as an expansive outdoor terrace with a landscaped rooftop terrace, fireplace and dining areas with barbecues and lounge seating. Other amenities include a lounge, party room and games room. “Combine these great amenities, fantastic architecture and design, and superb location in West Toronto, and you have a condominium opportunity that makes sense,” says Lawlor. “Add in a price point that lets a buyer carry their unit like rent, and you have a smart investment. “Why do you think that Remington called the community IQ?!” For more information, call 416.253.5838, parktowersatiq.com or visit the Presentation Centre at 1061 The Queensway Monday to Thursday from noon to 6 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

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// by erica gelman

colour your world

Don’t be afraid of decorating with colour

Toronto-based designer Erica Gelman, Principal of Erica Gelman House Of Design. Specializes in both large and small scale residential design projects throughout Toronto and the GTA. Known for enhancing and creating new possibilities in every space of your home. House of Design ericagelman.com

dding colour to your home is like watching a black and white movie remade into a colour film – it’s as though someone turned on the lights and gave it new life. It energizes the scene, it presents new details hidden by shadow and adds a sense of personality otherwise ignored through shade. Let’s turn on the colour in your space and give it a new life as well. People tend to be nervous when it comes to decorating with colour. It’s safe and easy to choose a neutral but it’s fun and exciting to play with colour. When we hear a client tell us that they love colour and want to see it incorporated into their space, it’s like music to a designer’s ears. It means we can infuse the room with fresh hues, dramatic contrast and an exuberance of personality.

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Most fear arises from doubt – what kind colours to use, how to use colour in appropriate doses, and what if you use too much colour? The tone-on-tone colour combination is the simplest to work with. It means taking a colour and developing a layered effect by using the same colour in different variations. However, if you are ready to play with your space and inject an exciting colour palette, then work with whatever colour speaks to you. If it’s complementary tones you are comfortable with then know that red is to green as blue is to orange and yellow to violet - they are called complementary colours because they are each other’s opposite on the colour wheel, and as we all know – opposites attract! Using complementary influences will allow your primary colour to pop and make a sticking statement. One of the first questions we are asked by clients is how to use colour. Is buying a red sectional a good investment? It all depends on the space but when it comes to large-scale and investment pieces, we like to suggest keeping those neutral to ensure longevity. Nonetheless, you can always allow colour to become the star of the show by incorporating it into other focal features. Playing with large- and small-scale pattern through fabrics, wallpaper, art and even the rug can give you a powerful and impressive impact in your space. If you integrate colour through smaller objects it’s also a great way to ensure you won’t get sick of it, especially if you are the type of person to lose interest frequently.

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tips › Remember that you don’t have to use the purest form of the colours; add white and black to either soften or harden the colours until you find something pleasing to your eye. › Ask yourself what colours you hate before figuring out what you love - Most people know what they dislike immediately.

Erase your fear and get started. There’s no reason why we can’t all introduce a little more colour into our homes and lives. Start off small if you are more conservative but if you’re channeling the rebel in you then break the neutral mold and create your own wow-factor!

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Moving beyond container gardening Scott Torrance creates the Al Fresco Kitchen Garden for the urban condo balcony

Reserve Properties is breathing new life into

one of the least expected places – the all-too-often neglected condo balcony. Enlisting the expertise of two of the city’s most prominent landscape architects – Scott Torrance, who designed the West Toronto Railpath, and David Leinster from The Planning Partnership, known for the award-winning Sugar Beach – Reserve is

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“ While people want to spend more time outside, urban condo balconies are still typically underused. We wanted to change that,” says Shane Fenton, vice-president of Reserve Properties.

Moving far beyond your standard container gardening, 109OZ purchasers can now choose one of two balcony designs for their new condo: Torrance’s Al Fresco Kitchen Garden, or The Planning Partnership’s Muskoka Cottage Escape.

launching two upgraded balcony packages at 109OZ. “While people want to spend more time outside, urban condo balconies are still typically underused. We wanted to change that,” says Shane Fenton, vice-president of Reserve Properties. Moving far beyond your standard container gardening, 109OZ purchasers can now choose one of

two balcony designs for their new condo: Torrance’s Al Fresco Kitchen Garden, or The Planning Partnership’s Muskoka Cottage Escape. Both balcony concepts offer convenient, multi-functional and low maintenance outdoor gardens that purchasers can enjoy year-round. The cleverly curated outdoor spaces become an extension of indoor living space, inviting residents to flow in and out through their now expanded living area. “I wanted to rethink the idea of a garden from a busy, urban perspective,” says Scott Torrance, whose Al Fresco Kitchen Garden includes a sleek, modular system of cedar planters that doubles as outdoor cooking prep area and a storage unit. Purchasers who select Torrance’s Al Fresco Kitchen Garden can use it to grow herbs and produce as well as native plants and flowers. They can grow fresh basil, oregano, parsley and cilantro to spice up summer cuisine and can plant wild grasses that blow in the wind, and keep well even during winter. “The design will turn people on to the idea of urban gardening by making it extremely simple and accessible,” says Torrance. Taking inspiration from his award-winning green roof design for ESRI Canada’s Garden in the Sky, a 7,500-sq.-ft. portable Green roof garden in North York that serves both as a lush outdoor space, and as an attractive setting for urban corporate gatherings, Torrance set out to provide condo dwellers with a flexible, lightweight and inviting condo balcony design. The Al Fresco Kitchen Garden compliments 109OZ’s playful architecture and provides purchasers with dramatic garden views not typically found in an urban condo setting. In addition to the moveable set of planters, the Al Fresco Kitchen Garden comes outfitted with a lightweight boulevard round table with bistro-style café chairs, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. A chic Chilewich floor runner and quick-dry green Chill lounge chair create an inviting living space for outdoor relaxing. A contemporary stainless steel trellis for climbing flowering plants and vines enhance outdoor views and create a sense of privacy. One-bedroom to two-bedroom plus den lofts at 109OZ range from 603 to 1,013 sq. ft. and are priced from the mid $300,000s. New purchasers of 109OZ can receive a balcony upgrade package included in their purchase (value up to $15,000). The 109OZ Presentation Centre is located at 109 Ossington Ave. Hours are Tuesday to Friday 1 to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit 109OZ.com, call 416.531.4844 or e-mail ask@109OZ.com apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 121

condo watch

previews & registrations West Tower by Daniels Corp.

Coming soon: The dawn of a new landmark community in Erin Mills. Web: DanielsErinMills.com

Coming soon to Oakville – the South Tower at Rain Condominiums. Register now. Web: RainCondos.com

Centro Square by Liberty Development

Skycity Condominiums by Pemberton Group

A master-planned community in the heart of Woodbridge. Register now. Web: CentroSquare.ca

A master-planned urban community in Richmond Hill Web: SkyCityCondos.com

The Clairington by Castleridge Homes

Upper Village Markham by Greenpark

Active adult living in a parkside condominium in Brampton. Web: TheClairingtonCondos.com

905 Builders: If you would like to include your preview registration, new release or site opening in this feature, just email the details to susan.legge@wall2wallmedia.com

Courtyards of Maple by Marino/Intercity/TriAxis

European-inspired condos coming soon to Maple. Register now to stay informed. Web: CourtyardsOfMaple.com

Downtown Erin Mills by Pemberton Group

Coming soon to Erin Mills: condo living with a downtown vibe. Register now. Web: DowntownErinMills.com

Fairground Lofts by Wycliffe Homes

Urban lofts are coming to Woodbridge Village. Register now for preview. Web: FairgroundLofts.ca

Grand Palace by Guizzetti Corp.

Limelight by Daniels Corp.

Coming soon: The final glorious chapter of Mississauga’s beaming success story. Web: LimelightCondos.com

Park City Condominiums By Tobyn Park Homes

Currently in pre-construction at Walkers Line and Upper Middle Road in Burlington. Register now. Web: ParkCityLiving.ca

Pinnacle Uptown by Pinnacle International

Construction has started on Mississauga’s live-work-play community. Register today. Web: PinnacleUptown.com

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Rain Condominiums by Empire Communities

Now registering, UV2 – the North Tower. South Tower is already 90 per cent sold and under construction. Web: UV2.com

Windows on the Green by Vandyk Communities

A beautiful selection of condos coming soon to Mississauga on Erin Mills Parkway. Web: WindowsOnTheGreen.ca

new releases & grand openings Allegra by Nova Trimax

Affordable luxury, steps from the Village of Woodbridge. Construction started on Phase 1. Web: AllegraCondos.com

Garden Court Condos by Monarch

Now open in Markham. Visit the Experience Centre at 10350 Woodbine Ave. Web: MonarchGroup.net

PSV2 & Parkside Village Townhomes by Amacon Developments

Offering the convenience of downtown living with the tranquility of a suburban context. Grand opening. Web: LifeAtParkside.com

GTA Edition Apr 20 - May 4, 2013

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12 Alterra Homes

Renaissance in Olde Brampton

905-454-7222

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from $215,000

13d

12 Alterra Homes

Renaissance in Olde Brampton

905-454-7222

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from $215,000

13d

14 Pemberton Group

Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club

905-799-5000

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from $190,000

12e

16 Vandyk Communities

Windows on the Green

905-822-3333

from $270,000

17M

18 Retirement Lifestyle Communities

Palisades on the Glen

905-820-8210

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from $290,000

17M

19 United Lands

Stonebrook II

905-822-8858

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21 Casino Bay Dev. Corp./Toddglen

Panoramic Point at Brewery Bay

27 Inzola Group

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1-866-611-5525

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from $264,000

Park Place

905-451-7001

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from $310,000

14G

30 Pinnacle International

Pinnacle Grand Park

905-276-3981

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from $250,000

20L

31 Pemberton Group

Bluwater Condos

416-987-8800

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from $350,000

17T

32 Armour Heights Developments

River’s Edge

905-533-2400

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from $285,000

14A

34 Pinnacle International

Pinnacle Uptown, Crystal 2

905-568-9000

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from $250,000

19K

35 Ashley Oaks Group

Emporium at Joshua Creek

905-618-0660

from $200,000

17P

36 Mady Development

Market Town Condominiums

705-719-1222

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from $144,000

38 Tridel Corporation

Metrogate - Ventus 2

416-293-5535

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from $302,000

19J

38 Tridel Corporation

Ventus at Metrogate

416-293-5535

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from $302,000

19J

39 The Daniels Corporation

Limelight Condominiums

905-306-6996

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from $200,000

21L

46 Mattamy Homes

The Mount Pleasant Village

mattamyhomes.com

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from $200,000

20M

47 The Daniels Corporation

Erin Mills

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17M

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905-306-6996

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Summer Palace

905-597-6868

31 Pemberton Group

Sky City 2

32 Liberty Development Corp.

Royal Gardens

43 Guizzetti Developments

Grand Palace

44 Liberty Development Corp.

Corporate

44 Liberty Development Corp.

Centro Square Condos 2

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15F

905-709-5700

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from $320,000

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905-889-9997

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905-907-4370

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from $295,000

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mylibertycondo.ca

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905-851-8877

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themarkcondos.ca

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from $250,000

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Monarch Corporation

Garden Court

monarchgroup.net

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from $250,000

Remington Group

Downtown Markham - Rouge Bijou

905-948-9900

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from $180,000

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Tridel Corporation

Renaissance of Richmond Hill

416-736-9500

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from $720,000

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State Building Group

Promenade Park

905-709-3352

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from $410,000

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Uppercity Village

Greensborough Village

905-489-9964

MintoUrban Communities Inc.

WaterGarden

416-915-3800

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Amicorp

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from $249,000

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from $254,000

11G

Terraces on the Park

905-265-8739

10 Great Lands Corp.

The Beverly Hills Resort Residences

905-882-6636

11 Triaxis Development Inc/Marino Developments

Courtyards of Maple

416-798-7070

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from $390,000

15 Emery Condominiums

The Essential

905-887-4888

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from $250,000

20E

20 Solmar Development Corp

Bellaria Residences

905-417-8482

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from $240,000

22 Quadra Mgt. & Sceptre Devs.

Renaissance Court at Woodbridge Gates

905-851-4220

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from $230,000

22 Wycliffe Homes

Fairground Lofts

905-605-5900

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from $287,000

24 Liberty Development Corp.

The Fountains

905-731-8302

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from $272,000

10F

26 Rice Development

Ambria

905-796-3630

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from $340,000

28 Chestnut Hill Homes

San Francisco by the Bay

905-831-3631

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from $180,000

22C

31 Pemberton Group

Miracle at Yonge

905-709-5700

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from $280,000

12F

31 Pemberton Group

Sky City

905-709-5700

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from $320,000

12F

32 Signature Communities

TAO Boutique Condos

905-597-2535

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from $200,000

14F

34 Sierra Homes

68 Main Street

905-305-0822

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from $250,000

22F

35 Remington Group

Nexus North Condominium Residences

905-948-9900

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from $200,000

17F

40 Nova Trimax

Allegra

905-850-6866

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from $250,000

41 Quadcam Development Group Inc

Vista Parc Condominiums

905-850-8883

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42 Greenpark Homes

The Upper Village

905-554-6501

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44 Liberty Development Corp.

Centro Square Condos

905-851-8877

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45 Kylemore Communities

The 6th Angus Glen

905-887-9950

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from $250,000

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winning firm Graziani + Corazza, purposely designed the community to create maximum access to sunlight and panoramic views, while also providing a sense of privacy for residents. Amenities at Rain epitomize the benefits of a carefree lifestyle residents enjoy with condominium living and include a 24-hour concierge, indoor pool and relaxing whirlpool, exercise room and a yoga and Pilates studio. Residents at Rain will enjoy entertaining their guests in the beautiful party room in rich wood tones highlighted by

onstruction is well underway at Empire Communitiesâ€™ hugely successful condominium community in Oakville â€“ RAIN. Located in the heart of Oakville on the northeast corner of Kerr Street and Speers Road, Rain is an elegant two-tower, master-planned community that will become the northern gateway to the vibrant and revitalized Kerr Village. A five-storey podium will connect the North and South towers, which will rise 19 and 21 storeys, respectively. Now, for a limited time, RAIN is making it easier than ever to own a new condominium. Purchasers can buy a suite with only five per cent deposit. In addition, those who purchase at RAIN will receive $10,000 off the purchase price or one year free maintenance and taxes. One of the sales representatives will be pleased to outline further details. Available suites range from just under 400-sq.-ft. studios, up to spacious 1,030-sq.-ft. two-bedroom plus den designs that come complete with wraparound balconies. All suites feature glass balconies or terraces and architects Enzo Corazza and John Chimienti, from the award128 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

Visitors to the RAIN presentation centre can get a true sense of what life will be like at RAIN when they walk through the beautifully designed fully furnished model suite designed by Bryon Patton showcasing the sleek kitchen with warm granite counter and stainless steel appliances.

a soothing linear fireplace. The party room also has a full kitchen and private dining area, and opens onto a landscaped 6,000-sq.-ft. rooftop terrace complete with privacy cabanas, a barbecue and seating areas. In addition, there is an entertainment room, perfect for meeting with friends or just relaxing after a long day’s work. Prices at Rain start in the mid-$200,000s range. Situated within easy walking distance to Oakville’s sophisticated downtown core and its quaint waterfront Village of Bronte, residents at Rain will enjoy everything from luxury brand-name fashions and one-ofa-kind antiques to fine-dining establishments, charming café’s and grocery stores. And if you need to get on the road, Rain’s excellent location makes it easy to get where you’re going, with access to GO Transit, the QEW and Lakeshore Road all minutes away. Visitors to the RAIN presentation centre can get a true sense of what life will be like at RAIN when they walk through the beautifully designed fully furnished model suite designed by Bryon Patton showcasing the sleek kitchen with warm granite counter and stainless steel appliances.

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To learn more about all life has to offer at Rain, visit raincondos.com or call 905.845.RAIN (7246). The presentation hours are Monday to Friday, noon to 6 p.m; Saturday, Sunday and holidays, noon to 5 p.m.

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in the news

Further intervention in

housing markets not warranted: CHBA The federal government should refrain from further

intervention in the housing market by adjusting mortgage lending rules, according to the Canadian Home Builders’ Association. In his inaugural address at the recent 70th National Annual CHBA Conference in Lake Louise, Alta., Incoming President Deep Shergill of Calgary said that such intervention represents “a hammer” that impacts all housing markets, both those that are healthy and those yet to fully recover from the recession. Shergill, President of Prominent Homes Ltd. of Calgary, called on the government to be prepared to take remedial action if housing activity falls below demographic demand or if price stability is threatened. “It seems less than forthright to constrain consumers’ ability to buy a new home – a real asset, while allowing usurious credit card interest rates to bury many consumers in non-asset backed debt,” Shergill said. Working to maintain a stable financing environment would be one of seven priorities in his plan of action for the coming year, he said. The others are regulation, government-imposed costs, a skilled and productive workforce, land availability, market intelligence and investment in research and development. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) has played a central role in maintaining stability in mortgage markets since the financial meltdown of 2008, Shergill said. “We are extremely pleased that the federal government recognizes the corporation’s continued effectiveness.” The industry’s success in improving energy efficiency illustrates the benefits of collaboration with government in research and development. A CHBA analysis of the energy performance of an Ottawa home built in 1975 compared with one built

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today shows a 66 per cent improvement. Comparing similar models of family cars over the same period showed a maximum improvement in energy efficiency of 16 per cent. Shergill said it’s time to roll back the chronic overregulation of the new-home building industry. Government-imposed costs are pushing house prices ever higher and must be rolled back and reduced, Shergill said. “So long as governments persist in confusing the effect of low interest rates with real housing affordability, they will fail to recognize the steady erosion of housing affordability.” The same pressures that add to the cost of a new home also inflate the value of existing homes, with no value-added. As a result there is a multiplier effect through the resale housing market every time a new charge, fee or levy is applied to new development. In some urban centres the relationship between house prices and household incomes has reached a crisis point. The growing underground economy is also a result of the rising tax burden on housing. In consultations on the federal government’s plan for long-term infrastructure, Shergill said the CHBA has pointed out that calls for new development to pay its own way deflect from the failure of politicians to invest in basic infrastructure over many decades. “What some call an infrastructure deficit should more correctly be recognized as a legacy of failed leadership. Requiring new development to pay for bad decisions in the past is unacceptable.” The CHBA hopes the next federal budget will outline a national plan for infrastructure investment that will give priority to housing affordability and choice.

make your move

How to safely

// by dan hopkins

MOVE POOL TABLES & PIANOS moving blankets. At Two Men and a Truck - Canada, we also stretch wrap them so we can get a better grip. The slate pieces should not be laid flat in the truck, as being jostled during the trip will create stress points that could cause cracks. The slate pieces should be secured vertically at the sides of the trick and should not come into contact with anything else during transport. When it’s time to reassemble the table at the other end, it’s important to realize just how heavy it is and place the sections of it carefully, realizing that its weight can have an effect on floor-bearing capacity. Ideally, pool tables should go into a basement on a concrete floor.

Dan Hopkins is Chief Operating Officer, Two Men and a Truck Canada. twomenandatruck.ca

hen it comes to moving households, handling large, bulky items is a challenge, especially if you decide to do it yourself. Here are a few tips that can help

›› Pool Table A pool table must

be disassembled before moving it. Depending on the age of the table, you may or may not have the original documentation on how it was put together and how to take it apart. Usually, the side rails and pockets come off, and the felt must be carefully removed. Depending on the size of the table, it will be composed of up to three large, heavy pieces of slate that comprise the playing surface. These slate surface pieces are often held into place on the frame with screws covered with bees wax. You have to know to look for these; otherwise you can do damage. Each section of slate has to be wrapped in 132 new Condo Guide apr 20 - may 4, 2013

The process for dismantling the rest of the piano depends on the type. Usually, one leg has to be lifted and unbolted to come off. ›› Pianos It takes a minimum of three people to move a piano. The

process begins with removing the pedal system, which must happen in a systematic way for the number of bolts that hold it onto the instrument. Pad wrap everything with moving blankets and stretch wrap each piece for added protection. The process for dismantling the rest of the piano depends on the type. Usually, one leg has to be lifted and unbolted to come off. We leave the bolting system attached and pad wrap and stretch wrap each leg so nothing is lost. At this point, we lower the piano gently on its side onto a special piano sled. Then, we remove the second leg while at least two people are supporting the piano. At this point, we shift the piano to the upright position at the edge of the sled, which has an indentation to accommodate the lid overlap so the piano does not touch the floor. It sits on a cushioned blanket and secured to the sled to prevent pressure points while being moved. Then it becomes easy to remove the final leg. We pad wrap and stretch wrap the piano body, then ease it onto a special dolly and wheel it out the door. The piano should remain on the dolly, which becomes part of it during transport. We strap it to the side wall of the truck, halfway between the two wheel bases, for the least amount of jostling. Once it is reassembled in the new home, it is critical that the owners have the instrument retuned, as there will be some unavoidable changes from the move. Whether it is a pool table or piano, consider hiring a professional moving company to transport items such as pool tables and pianos. Neither you nor an inexperienced mover should be learning the process while handling your large, bulky possessions.

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Port Place makes a splash in Port Dalhousie with ambitious waterfront project

ort Place has made a splash in St. Catharines with its plans for this state-of-the-art, 17-storey condominium tower that will forever change the Port Dalhousie skyline. Over the next two years, developers of Port Place will initiate a transformation of this popular summer locale on the Lake Ontario shore with an ambitious mixed-used waterfront development that will preserve key

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heritage elements while adding upscale condo suites, 36,000 sq. ft. of ground level commercial space, a theatre and a boutique hotel. At the heart of the development will be a public square surrounded by shops, outdoor patios and a mix of restaurants to energize the waterfront. In winter, the square will provide an outdoor skating rink. The ground level of the tower will be a collection of retail stores, restaurants, and services complementing the beach, boutique shops, cafes and activities that already exist, with a suite of professional offices on the

second storey accessible by elevator. Also just released are 15 Harbour Lofts, which sit atop the commercial space and have prime views. They’ll be joined to the tower by a glass bridge. Port Place will introduce residential units to the waterfront, while the theatre, hotel and commercial space will draw patrons to boost the local economy. The project will be an asset for the community, says Brian Tilley, vicepresident of sales and marketing for The Augustine Group. “It really will become a year-round destination.” Another component of the Port Place development – a 103-room boutique hotel – is on the brink of being sold to a major name in the hotel and hospitality industry. The hotel will also run the project’s 400-seat world-class theatre. The hotel will incorporate the preserved facade of the Austin Hotel, a tiny 1845 stone jail that is one of the oldest in Canada, and the Lakeside Hotel, officially designated as a heritage building. Sales are at 30 per cent for the 80 condo units in the tower, with prices ranging from $297,990 for a 565-sq.-ft. suite to $3 million for a 3,000-sq.-ft. penthouse. Average suite size will be 1,100 sq. ft., with average prices of about $500,000. With the retail space sold, reduced pricing is being offered for a limited time on 20 suites to secure the final stage of financing. Only a few remaining sales are needed and then construction can begin

with a completion date just in time for the 2015 Pan Am games and the rowing competitions that will take place on the neighbouring Henley course. “It’s waterfront pricing and there’s not much waterfront available in the Golden Horseshoe,” points out Brian Tilley, vice-president of sales and marketing. “You’d pay twice the price for the Toronto waterfront.” With experience in the construction industry totaling more than 50 years, the diverse team behind this project includes Derek Martin with 20-plus years of experience in heavy civil construction and other major projects, including the bobsled track for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler; Harvard-trained architect Michael Kirkland of Toronto’s Kirkland Partnership to design the tower, which offers expanses of glass and large balconies; and Toronto designer Alex Chapman of Union31 to design the suites and common areas as well as the onsite model suite, a showpiece of the level of luxury living that awaits. Toronto is just an hour away by car – or 30 minutes by boat – and the Buffalo international airport is a 30-minute drive. Being in the heart of Niagara, wine country is also minutes away, and golf courses are found in every direction. Whether you’ve lived in Port Dalhousie for much of your life… or whether you’ve always wanted to live in waterfront location, Port Place offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy a carefree condominium lifestyle like no other. Port Place in Port Dalhousie, with units ranging from 565 to 3,000 sq. ft. and priced from $297,990, will be available for occupancy in the summer of 2015. For more information, call 905.902.6689 email info@portplacecondos.com or visit portplacecondos.com

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GREEN LIVING

Conquer clutter this spring

Tips for a tidy home down and fabrics will be crease free. Decorate and organize at the same time. Attach stuffed toys to a strip of velcro in the play room to create a fun way to display kids’ favourite plush toys.

Cleanse your closet. Spring is a great time to give your closet the once over. Decide if you want to keep, toss or donate items that are seldom or never worn. Spring is traditionally a time to freshen your house from top to bottom. This year, the cleaning and organizing specialists at Molly Maid have some easy and inexpensive ideas to get your home clutter free and organized. Before cleaning, try these tips: Hanging shoe organizers make great storage for cleaning supplies, kids’ toys, toiletries and yes, even shoes! In the kitchen, these handy organizers can hold spice jars, even small utensils. No more mismatched sheets. Keep sheet sets together by tucking top and fitted sheets into their matching pillow case. Cleanse your closet. Spring is a great time to give your closet the once over. Decide if you want to keep, toss or donate items that are seldom or never worn. Storing belts, scarves and ties is easy when you attach round shower curtain hooks to hangers. Belts won’t fall

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Corral metal clippers, nail files, and hair elastics in one handy place - secure a magnetic strip inside the medicine cabinet. Voila! Store rolls of wrapping paper in a garment bag and vow to never juggle loose rolls again. Packing a suitcase? Stuff shoes with socks or other small items. Then put each pair of shoes inside a shower cap to prevent clothes from getting dirty. For more organizing and decluttering tips, visit mollymaid.ca

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Scrumpdillyicious

Leslie Styles, foodie & travel aficionado, shares some delicious dishes found on her travels around the world

Salmon, Dill & Smoked Fish Chowder ingredients

Serves 4-6

› 2 tbsp olive oil › 2 stalks of celery, finely chopped › 5 oz yellow onion, finely chopped › 8 oz potatoes, peeled and diced to 1/4-inch › 1 tbsp flour › 2 1/2 cups chicken stock › 1 cup whole milk or light cream › 4 oz salmon filet, skin and bones removed › 4 oz smoked mackerel › 1 cup fresh dill, chopped › salt and white pepper

Directions Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan. Add the celery and onion and sauté over medium heat until translucent, about five minutes. Stir in the flour and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cook about three minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the stock and potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes, until the potatoes are just tender.

dill is the perfect partner in this light and delicious salmon and smoked fish potato chowder. Chunky and full of flavour, surprisingly this recipe doesn’t use cream or butter, so it’s lighter in calories than the traditional version, yet hearty and robust enough to be completely satisfying. Celery and onion are first sautéed with a little olive oil, then a dash of flour is added to thicken the sauce. Chicken stock and milk provide the light base for the broth, a small amount of diced potato anchors the chowder, the fresh salmon and smokey mackerel provide the punch, and a handful of dill towards the end seals the deal. Refreshingly light and enormously flavourful, this Salmon, Dill and Smoked Fish Chowder satisfies the tummy while being flattering to the waistline..

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Shred the salmon and smoked mackerel quite roughly and add to the soup. Simmer three to five minutes, until the fish is cooked through. Stir in the milk and dill and cook on low until warmed through. Adjust the seasoning and serve.

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tips to help you TakE control ›› Quick tips on organizing your home: Re-purpose your rooms. Rooms without a specific purpose tend to become museums or dumping grounds. If there are rooms in your home you seldom use, like a formal living room or dining room, consider converting the space into a home office, playroom, or craft and hobby room, depending on your current needs and lifestyle. Have a “to-do” zone. Most of us keep an on-going “to-do” list but what

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deally, your home is an expression of you. You relax there, you entertain there and you do your living there, from stressful moments to sweet serenity. But sometimes life can get busy, and the last thing on your mind is whipping your home into shape. However, you can live with disorganization for only so long. It ends up making the day more difficult when you’re always on the hunt for some misplaced item that needs urgent response, and it eats up too much time when you always have to clear up a space before you can actually take care of something that needs your immediate attention. It doesn’t take much to take control and reclaim your home.

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about the materials that are required for many of those tasks, like the gift you still have to wrap or the library book you have to return? They often end up strewn about in different parts of the house. It makes it much easier if all the physical items you need to take action on are located in one place. Consider designating a bookcase, shelving unit or an extra closet as your “to-do” zone to act as a temporary holding tank for work still in progress. Create a homework centre. Create a study space conducive to doing

homework. Find a location away from the TV. Some children like to do their homework in a central location like the kitchen, where Mom and Dad can help. Designate a cupboard or basket for homework supplies and stock it with scissors, glue, pencils, pens, paper and any other items your child will require on a daily basis. For those who prefer to do homework away from any interruptions, make sure there is a comfortable desk surface, adequate lighting, and comfortable seating in addition to homework supplies.

Break up a task into baby steps to increase your success. “Catch-up” day brings peace of mind. Dedicate one day per month to

take care of all the annoying little tasks in your home that you never seem to get around to. Whether you realize it or not, those loose doorknobs, broken switches and burned-out light bulbs deplete your energy each time you walk by them. Assigning a specific day to tackle these minor aggravations gives you permission to do the seemingly insignificant things that you would normally consider a waste of your time. The added bonus of having a regular catch-up day is that you won’t feel guilty about not taking care of the task as soon as you stumble across it.

Tidy doesn’t mean perfect. Organizing is not necessarily about how it

looks; it’s about how it works. If you are not naturally neat, avoid storing

Get into the habit of removing “move elsewhere items” when you leave the room and placing them on their way to where they do belong. everything behind closed doors. Not only can it make you feel ill at ease, it may also be virtually impossible for you to maintain that kind of system. Choose furniture pieces that provide visible storage instead, like a coffee table with shelves underneath. Keep the system low maintenance; if you never seem to get around to hanging your clothes on hangers, place some open bins in your closet. Keep rooms tidy in less than two minutes. Items that don’t belong in a room are the main contributors to visual clutter. Get into the habit of removing “move elsewhere items” when you leave the room and placing them on their way to where they do belong. For example, if something belongs upstairs, place it at the bottom of the staircase and take it to the proper room the next time you go up. You’ll be amazed at how effective this technique can be in keeping rooms tidy with minimal effort.

›› Quick tips on organizing your home office:

Being comfortable means being productive.

Anything that causes you discomfort at your desk will drain your energy and lower your productivity. Adding a glare screen/radiation filter on your computer monitor may prevent headaches and eyestrain. Placing something inspiring and uplifting on the wall facing you can spark your creativity. Add a plant to breath life into your workspace and absorb toxins in the air. Feng Shui experts suggest placing your desk in the “power position,” which means the position which allows you to see the door of your office. I did this recently and I’m amazed at how much more comfortable I feel. If it’s not possible for you, a recommended correction is to hang a mirror that gives you a clear view of the door from where you are sitting. ›› Quick tips on organizing your life : Set mini-goals for success. When setting organization goals, be sure to make them attainable. Break up the task into baby steps to increase your success. For example, rather than setting out to organize the entire bedroom in one sitting, make it your goal to organize one dresser or even just one drawer at a time. If a goal can be reached easily, the sense of gratification you feel will keep you motivated to continue. Celebrate with a mini-reward after each mini-goal is reached and enjoy a big reward once the entire job is complete. apr 20 - may 4, 2013 new Condo Guide 143

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You love the condo, see what you can afford! Compare mortgage rates for your best deal Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart

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Calculate your mortgage payments interest rate

amortization period

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5.82

125 (mortgage amount $125,000)

Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo 01 Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse. 02 Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your condo. 03 Take the total price of the condo and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

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04 Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.) 05 Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow. Divide by 1,000.

06 Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes. 07 If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo.

Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

Mortgage payment calculation chart

Amortization Periods

Interest Rates

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14.59

12.28

11.31

10.85

10.61

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City Core - Harmony Village Sheppard

Concert Properties - 88 Scott

Concord Adex - Opus

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Menkes Developments Inc. - Corporate

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Metropia - E Condos

Metropia - Exhibit Definitive Residences

MintoUrban Communities Inc. - 30 Roe

Mod Developments Inc. - Five Condos

Mod Developments Inc. - The Massey Tower

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Monarch Corporation - Lago

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Monarch Corporation - Picasso on Richmond

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Davies Smith - Eleven Superior

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Monarch Corporation - The Epicurean

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North Drive Investment - The High Park

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Eastonâ€™s Group - King Blue Condominiums

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Eastonâ€™s Group - Model Suite of the Month

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Eden Shaw - Chaz ELAD Canada - Dreamtower At Emerald City

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Empire Communities - Rain Condominiums

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Empire Communities - The HUB

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Flato Development - Arthouse

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Freed - 155 REDPATH

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The Daniels Corporation - High Park Condominiums

The Daniels Corporation - NY2

The Daniels Corporation - One Park Place Condominiums

Tower Hill Development Corporation - 2221 Yonge

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Tridel Corporation - 101 Erskine

IFC

Tridel Corporation - Ventus at Metro Gate

WORD ON THE STREET ACT NOW! WELL UNDER CONSTRUCTION - MOVE IN THIS YEAR!

introducing

The Streetside Collection Urban 1 and 2 storey Townhomes from 1000 to 1700 sq. ft. with vibrant street access and private interior gardens. Centrally located in the heart of Davisville village, flanked by the lively neighbourhoods of Eglinton & St. Clair and located at Yonge & Merton. Steps to the subway, parks, trails and great shopping.

M ERTO N YO NGE TOWNHOM E S

DAVISVILLE PRESENTATION CENTRE MERTON

TTC SUBWAY

Fresh Urban Towns from the low $500,000’s Tower Suites from the low $300,000’s

YONGE

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EGLINTON

SITE ST. CLAIR

To see up-to-date construction progress visit cresford.com Visit the New Presentation Centre 170 Merton St. Toronto, ON. M4S 1A1 416.484.1900 myccondo.com

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LOFT 10’ & 12’ lofts in King West. Cool Layouts, Awesome Amenities in the heart of the Black Tie District at Adelaide and Brant.

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PRESENTATION CENTRE 19 BRANT STREET SUITE 103 T.416.867.3999 LOFTS399.COM

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unveiling soon in yorkville

T H E N E X T L E V E L O F YO R K V I L L E L I V I N G . Say oui to French-inspired elegance. Coming this spring, CASA III Condominiums, lobby to be furnished with HermĂ¨s. The international signature of style and sophistication takes up residence in Yorkville. Condominiums from $239,900. Register now casacondominium.com or 416-486-CASA(2272).

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DESIGNED FOR MODERN LIVING

PRICES STARTING

SUITES FROM $285,000* Parking Available PRESENTATION CENTRE

2611 YONGE STREET AT SHELDRAKE BLVD. North of Eglinton CONTACT US

PHONE 416.480.0700 WEB TRIDEL.COM

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PRESENTATION CENTRE HOURS: Monday to Thursday, 11 am – 7 pm Friday Closed Weekends & Holidays, 12 noon – 6 pm A Tridel Built Green. Built for Life.® community.

Discover our highly anticipated cosmopolitan tower suites The 2F corner suite at 101 Erskine maximizes your living space with a split 2-bedroom layout and 2 full-sized bathrooms. Enjoy modern styling with a spacious living and dining room, smooth ceilings**, and an expansive balcony with spectacular views of the city. Enjoy the luxurious amenities offered at 101 Erskine, as well as being conveniently located steps from shopping, dining and entertainment.

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11'-0"

DINING

D/W

13'-8"

MASTER BEDROOM

LIVING 13'-8"

W.I.C.

18'-10"

BALCONY 10'-0"

3'-8"

BEDROOM

9'-3"

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1C+D 01

1F+D 14

1G+D 03

1D+D 13

1D+DR 04

1E+D 12

1D+D 05

*Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Illustrations are artist’s concept only. S2 to Building and view not to scale. **As per suite design. All dimensions are approximate and subject 11 normal construction variances. Dimensions may exceed the usable floor area. Furniture is for illustration purposes only and does not necessarily reflect the electrical plan for the suite. Suites are sold unfurnished. 2B 10 Tridel®, Tridel Built for Life®, Tridel Built Green. Built for Life.® are registered trademarks of Tridel and 1A 08 used under license. ©Tridel 2013. All rights reserved. E.&O.E. April 2013.

2D+D 02

839 sq. ft.* $519,000*

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Suite 607 PRICES STARTING

2E+D DESIGN FROM $343,500* Parking Included

PRESENTATION CENTRE

52 VILLAGE GREEN SQUARE SCARBOROUGH Kennedy Road, north of Hwy. 401 CONTACT US

PHONE 416.293.5535 WEB TRIDEL.COM

Feel at home in the Ventus 2E+Dining suite, providing 838 sq. ft.* of gracious living. This corner suite offers an open concept kitchen overlooking the dining room, perfect for entertaining. The spacious two-bedroom design includes superior features and finishing details with a walkout balcony overlooking the eco-friendly Metrogate Park. Includes one parking spot. See the stunning lobby with attentive concierge, tour the Club Ventus recreational amenities and visit our four new designer decorated model suites. PRESENTATION CENTRE HOURS: Monday to Thursday 11 am – 7 pm Friday Closed Saturday & Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm

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