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Editor’s Note

Location trumps them all LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: this real estate adage may be old and

LYDIA MCNUTT Senior Editor Yellow Pages NextHome Email: Lydia.McNutt@YPNextHome.ca Twitter: @LydiasTweets

of few words, but it speaks volumes. YP NextHome conducted a couple of surveys to find out what people really want in a new home. To no surprise, location topped the list. It was even chosen over price. And what made for the most-desirable locations? Convenience.

The location of your home will affect every other aspect of your life: how much time you spend in transit, where your kids go to school and how they get there, where you and your family will socialize and spend your spare time, what you eat, where you shop, what you buy and how much it costs. You’re not just buying a home; you’re buying a lifestyle.

Now, we can’t ignore price any longer so let’s be clear that there’s often a trade-off involved when buying a home – especially for first-time buyers on a tight budget. Downtown locations offer proximity to work, entertainment and amenities, but often less square footage for your money – which could be a good thing. On the other hand, a suburban setting may mean more home for less money and the benefit of added privacy, but longer commute times and perhaps the need for a car or two.

Weigh the pros and cons of various locations and different housing types that are within your price range. When you’re shopping for a home and you have some compromises to make, an open mind can be your greatest asset.

Do your research, choose carefully and enjoy your new home!

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Contributors

BILD REPORT

BRYAN TUCKEY 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 blog (bildblogs.ca).

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Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford DIRECTOR OF SALES

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LEGALLY SPEAKING

JAYSON SCHWARZ 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.

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

Anne-Marie Breen SENIOR MANAGER, CONTENT

Jennifer Reynolds SENIOR EDITOR

Lydia McNutt ART DIRECTOR

Daiana Garay

CONDO PRO

BARBARA LAWLOR Barbara is president and CEO 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 condo developments in the GTA and overseas.

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sonia Bell Wayne Karl Elisa Krovblit DESIGN EDITOR

Yanic Simard

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

CONDO SENSE

RIZ DHANJI Riz is a sales and marketing specialist with more than $3 billion in sales and over 10,000 condo units sold. Riz has sold some of Toronto’s most prominent projects for builders across the GTA under RAD Marketing, and is responsible for the sales and marketing of Canderel Residential’s projects across Canada.

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INSIDER INSIGHT

DEBBIE COSIC Debbie Cosic is CEO and founder of In2ition Realty. She has overseen the sale of more than $15 billion worth of real estate. With Debbie at its helm, In2ition has become one of the fastest-growing and most innovative new home and condo sales companies. in2ition.ca

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YANIC SIMARD Celebrity designer Yanic Simard is New Condo Guide’s design editor, principal designer of award-winning, boutique firm Toronto Interior Design Group (tidg.ca), and regular design expert on City’s Cityline. @yanicsimard

MORTGAGE ADVICE

ALYSSA FURTADO Alyssa Furtado is the founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart financial decisions.

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Advice | BILD REPORT

Provincial policy a key contributor to GTA’s housing problem

By Bryan Tuckey

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WE NEED THE GOVERNMENT to take action on our housing supply crisis and pricing challenges in the GTA, like it has on skyrocketing hydro rates.

Similar to electricity rates, housing prices in the GTA and surrounding areas have risen significantly over the past decade, and like hydro, provincial policy is a key contributor to the upsurge. Due to the direct and indirect impacts of government policies we are not building enough housing to support population growth or consumer demand in the GTA and therefore the price of housing has skyrocketed.

The seriousness of our housing problem was reinforced by a couple of recent studies. Toronto is the now the 13th least-affordable housing market in the world, according to the 13th Annual Demographia Housing Affordability Survey. It also found that home prices in the GTA are significantly more expensive than those of the New York City metro area when you compare the prices across the two regions as a whole.

A report by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. found that the GTA’s housing problems are now causing price increases as far away as St. Catharines-Niagara and Kitchener-Waterloo.

We all know how hard and expensive it has become to buy a home in the GTA. Despite record prices, fewer people are listing their homes for sale, and there are far more buyers than there are homes.

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On the new-homes side, builders and developers are quickly selling any product that they can bring to the market and builder inventories are at record lows. In the GTA in December 2006, there were 11,602 new singlefamily detached homes available to purchase in builder inventories. At the end of January there were 534.

There are many stories about prospective homebuyers sleeping in their cars so that they can be near the front of the line when the sales office opens. Some of our members are forgoing traditional sales launches entirely, because they have hundreds of potential buyers registered for every home in the development and they don’t want to disappoint buyers they can’t accommodate.

Even though we are the land development and home building industry, we are not able to just launch more projects and build more homes because there are many barriers in our way. However, many of the challenges could be resolved

by the government if it wanted to work with us to address them.

Some of the solutions, such as fixing the approvals process by reducing excessive red tape, and modernizing local zoning bylaws so that they align with provincial intensification policy, could be achieved without additional costs.

The time has come to acknowledge that we have a housing problem in the GTA. It is time for government to recognize that we can all work together on solutions to address our housing supply crisis so that today’s new home buyers and future generations have a place to live and access to homes they can afford to purchase.

Bryan Tuckey is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and a land-use planner who has worked for municipal, regional and provincial governments. He can be found on Twitter (twitter.com/bildgta), Facebook (facebook.com/bildgta) and BILD’s official online blog (bildblogs.ca).

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Whomever purchases the lucky lottery ticket this spring will win the key to an extraordinary new condo with an overall value of $736,990.

What’s more, the winner will also receive a $50,000 cash prize, all of which includes the priceless opportunity to help one of the top five cancer research centres in the world.

Aptly named Fabrik Condos, which is located steps from the Fashion District in the heart of downtown Toronto, the striking tower embodies fine design both inside and out.

Stacked glass cubes designed by renowned firm Giannone Petricone Associates create a distinctive and memorable exterior.

The spectacular, two-bedroom lottery suite, decorated by interior design firm Bryon Patton & Associates, is 825 sq. ft. of pure luxury.

A clean, modern aesthetic features luxurious woods, sleek porcelains and strong textures, creating a calming sanctuary away from the bustle of activity outside. The lucky winner will have the opportunity to live in close proximity to Queen and King streets, within easy access of a nearly infinite roster of exciting restaurants and shops as well as top theatres, sports venues and city landmarks.

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Forest Hill

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FOREST HILL is a quiet residential

neighbourhood of large detached houses, high-end shopping and an affluent population. Most of the shopping and other local action takes place in Forest Hill Village – at Spadina and Lonsdale – or along Eglinton West. The parks and excellent schools make the area attractive to families.

The vibe Forest Hill is a quiet, kid-friendly, and high-end neighbourhood. The schools in the area include some of the most prestigious in the city, and there are some lovely parks as well as access to the Beltline trail and Cedarvale Ravine. The small shopping hub of Forest Hill Village has the atmosphere of a small town rather than a big city.

Meet the neighbours Forest Hill is a neighbourhood of mixed ages and stages. There are lots of couples, both with and without children, as well as retirees whose children have left home.

$245,219 There is a fairly strong Jewish presence in the area. This is also an affluent area, with the average household income of $245,219.

In the area Forest Hill is a family-friendly area, with several prestigious schools including Bishop Straughan School for girls and Upper Canada College for boys. The Beltline trail, a lovely walking and cycling trail, cuts across one corner of the neighbourhood, and there are plenty of parks and green spaces. The Temmy Latner Forest Hill Jewish Centre is in Forest Hill Village.

Planes, trains and automobiles There are some bus routes that run through and around Forest Hill, including the 24-hour Bathurst route, but most residents use a car rather than transit. Parking is permitted on the side streets as well as on some of the main streets. The Allen Expressway is a short drive west along Eglinton.

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Hot Spots

The Mad Bean

Dollars and sense This is an affluent area, a fact that is reflected in the prices of everything from a house to a cup of coffee. Rental apartments also tend to be expensive, although along the borders of the neighbourhood these prices may come down a little. Shops and restaurants are generally high-quality, but pricey.

Real estate The most common residential properties in Forest Hill are detached houses, although there are also some condominium apartments. Apartment buildings in the area run along Eglinton and Bathurst. Prices for detached houses and condominiums are high – above the average and median prices for Toronto and Toronto Central, and above the benchmark price for Toronto. Prices of rental apartments are also above average for Toronto.

The coffee is great – fresh, fair-trade, organic and tasty – but there’s more to The Mad Bean, including art, live music, books, and free wireless. This coffee shop is a neighbourhood favourite.

Suydam Park With a large playground, benches, and plenty of greenspace, Suydam Park is a favourite with local residents. The park is also connected to the Cedarvale Ravine trail network which runs northwest, almost to Eglinton.

Track Fitness This upscale fitness club offers personal training and group classes for adults and teens. Large windows let in plenty of light, and there is a cafe on the ground floor for post-workout snacks.

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“It’s a very personal and friendly area. When people come into my shop I can talk to them one-on-one, I have steady business but it’s not so busy like in a mall. I wouldn’t move for the world.”

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This independent community bookstore is a fixture in Forest Hill Village. With a wide variety of lovingly displayed books, this is a wonderful place to browse. Staff are friendly and eager to help.

“I like being close to the [Beltline] trail, but what I don’t like is that there is no off-leash area for dogs. I wish there was somewhere close by that I could take them.”

– Natalie, area resident “It’s close to work, and there are lots of parks for kids. It’s also got the [Beltline] trail. And what I really like is it feels like you’re downtown, but you’re not.”

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Property Profile | CAMROST FELCORP

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BLUE DIAMOND is the latest chapter in Camrost Felcorp’s 40-year history SINCE 1976, CAMROST FELCORP INC. has built a legacy defined by landmark buildings and memorable residential communities in the Greater Toronto Area. They continue to build on their 40-year history by pioneering the revitalization of key Toronto neighbourhoods and by bringing timeless, impeccably designed buildings to the cityscape.

President and CEO David Feldman is proud of his company’s established history as a pioneer, leading the revitalization of several key Toronto communities, while pointing to the company’s reputation for “selecting locations poised for growth and the development of thriving communities.”

With foresight and imagination at the foundation of the company’s approach, Camrost Felcorp currently has more than $1 billion in real estate projects underway, including Cumberland Tower, Yorkville Plaza, Yorkville Private Estates, Imperial Plaza, Blue Diamond, the Foxbar Collection and the Foxbar Town Homes at Imperial Village.

These two coveted locations – Forest Hill and Yorkville – offer new condominium suites, and dynamic new retail destinations.

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In upscale Forest Hill, Camrost Felcorp’s visionary approach includes a development of distinction; the master-planned Imperial Village community, at Avenue Road and St. Clair.

This development is defined in large part by Camrost Felcorp’s Imperial Plaza condominium, an awardwinning conversion of the iconic and historic Imperial Oil headquarters building. This magnificent, 1960s, international-style “Mad Men era” building was painstakingly retrofitted and revitalized, creating one of the city’s most desirable new

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condominium residences that is rich in amenities and set within the parks, schools, shopping areas and stately homes of one of Toronto’s most exclusive neighbourhoods.

A moving sight upon arrival to the lobby are the beautiful and historic York Wilson Murals, which recently won the Award of Merit from Heritage Toronto.

Adjacent to Imperial Plaza, Blue Diamond offers a fantastic choice of floor plans. Time-limited incentives include a free storage locker and two years of maintenance fees, providing up to $15,000 in savings, depending on the chosen suite.

A flexible deposit structure is also available.

Located on the site of the former Deer Park United Church, the 1913 façade of the church has

been meticulously preserved and incorporated into the design of a 26-storey glass and steel condo tower, designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects. The church’s original interior will be removed to form an open-air public courtyard, which will be accessible for residents to relax with friends and neighbours.

Custom elevators will whisk Blue Diamond residents to their suites from the modern high-ceilinged lobby with concierge station.

Suite features include laminate plank flooring in principal rooms and chef kitchens with customdesigned Euro-style cabinetry, stone countertops, integrated refrigerator and dishwasher, built-in under-counter electric oven and four-burner smooth-top cooktop.

Spa-like bathrooms boast imported

porcelain or ceramic tile flooring, Euro-style vanity cabinets, soaker tubs and chrome-finished accessories.

On-site amenities include a lounge, games room, sculptural garden and The Imperial Club, a dazzling 20,000-sq.-ft. fitness and leisure facility with fitness auditorium boasting cardio and circuit-training equipment, exercise studios, pool and more. The state-of-the-art amenities, among the most luxurious of any current development in the city, will be shared between residents of both Imperial Plaza and Blue Diamond.

Feldman is proud to have created another vibrant urban neighbourhood for the city of Toronto. He notes that the reinvention of both the Deer Park United Church and the Imperial Oil building “have been more than just amazing career moments, and have proven to be both iconic and a bit ironic.”

Feldman adds, “Indeed, there’s a certain irony in the realization that the thoughtful and appropriate redevelopment of a community’s heritage sites and the preservation of Toronto’s past requires an individual (company) with vision, imagination, and an appreciation for the future.”

To learn more, visit the Blue Diamond sales centre at 1499 Yonge St., Monday to Thursday from noon to 6 p.m.; or on weekends from noon to 5 p.m. Call 416.925.2501 or visit the website at bluediamondcondos.ca.

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Advice | CONDO PRO

4 factors that can make or break your condo choice

By Barbara Lawlor

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TIME AND AGAIN, owning real estate

has proven to be a wise investment.

If you have not yet entered the home-ownership market, now would be a good time. Mortgage interest rates continue at low levels, and this rate phenomenon will come to an end some day. When you shop for a condo, think ahead and do some research so you find the best fit for your budget and lifestyle. Here are four important factors to consider: Location Spend some time online checking out builders and communities in the area where you would like to live. Your location will impact how convenient it is to run errands and make use of local amenities, and of course, will dictate that dreaded (or not) work commute. Explore each building’s proximity to public transportation and highways. Will the condo feature a car-share program and facilities to store bicycles? Even better, can you walk to local shops and services? If you do not have to own a vehicle, that leaves a lot more potential for how much condo you can afford.

Amenities Pay careful attention to the amenities included in the building. These are one of the major reasons why condo living is so much fun. You can access fitness facilities, party rooms, theatres, pools and/or a raft of other common areas that are uncommonly beautiful.

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Count square footage as only one of the parameters. The layout of your suite will actually be more critical to how livable it is for you. living space and eliminate the need to leave home –and spend money! – to entertain, exercise and socialize.

Layout When shopping for your condo, be careful to count square footage as only one of the parameters. The layout of your suite will actually be more critical to how livable it is for you. If the builder has provided a model suite or two, all the better!

Walk through models in person whenever you can to get a more realistic idea of the suite’s practicality and its potential.

Price When it comes to the bottom line, ask questions. Is the builder offering any

special incentives, capped mortgage rates or bonus offers? Take advantage of every financial opportunity that comes your way.

Whatever you decide, my advice is to buy new and buy now. Your options depend on your budget, and remember that you may be able to create your perfect surroundings with the builder’s standard finishes.

Just remember that when you sell someday, all things being equal between two suites, buyers will choose the one with better finishes.

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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ILLUMINATING THE FUTURE. M City is about to welcome the Mississauga of tomorrow. As the first of 9 buildings, and the tallest to grace the skyline, this 60-storey tower is focusing on building a community of the future. With amenities like a saltwater pool, splash pad and even a skating rink, M City will be revolutionary in how it brings residents together.

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Property Profile | VIA BLOOR

Via Bloor: Tridel expedites launch of phase two to meet overwhelming demand

BLOOR STREET HAS LONG BEEN HOME to some of the city’s most highly

sought-after luxury destinations. Boasting a litany of world-class brand names, Bloor Street includes iconic signatures like Holt Renfrew, Gucci, Hermes and Louis Vuitton. Immediately identifiable, these brands convey elegance, style and success.

The start of 2017 saw another impactful name added to Bloor Street’s roster of leading brands with the arrival of Tridel, and its new Via Bloor community.

Following an overwhelming response from the marketplace and an impressive sales success for phase one, Tridel is now releasing Via Bloor 2. Jim Ritchie, Tridel’s executive vice-president of sales and marketing, notes that the velocity of Via Bloor’s sales have “exceeded our expectations. The demand for this downtown Bloor Street project is so strong, that we’ve expedited the launch of the community’s second tower earlier than we had anticipated.”

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Designed by architectsAlliance, Via Bloor 2 is a 45-storey tower with a distinctive rounded façade, providing excellent views in all directions.

“The Bloor and Parliament location is without parallel,” Ritchie notes.

“We are creating a new gateway to the fashionable boutiques, chic restaurants and cultural institutions of Bloor Street. Our location puts us on the doorstep of some of Toronto’s most desirable neighbourhoods, including Rosedale, Yorkville, Greektown, Riverdale and The Village.”

The Via Bloor community is steps from the TTC’s Sherbourne and Castle Frank stations, and sits adjacent to the Don Valley and Rosedale ravine systems, while being just minutes from several of Toronto’s leading hospitals, public and private schools, and downtown colleges and universities including Ryerson, George Brown and U of T. “With its unique position between the city’s best residential communities, commercial neighbourhoods, and its institutional and cultural centres, Via Bloor has an ideal location in downtown Toronto,” adds Ritchie. “But of course, it’s our well-designed suites, elegant finishes, and exciting amenities that ultimately define and elevate the Via Bloor experience.”

Via Bloor 2 offers a wide variety of suite designs, including its new Via Bloor Signature Collection. Starting from the 40th floor, the Signature Collection includes spacious suites ranging from 950 to 1,360 sq. ft.

The beautifully designed kitchens and spa-inspired bathrooms feature the upgraded and quality material finishes that one would expect from

Location

Bloor Street, Toronto Builder

Tridel Development

Via Bloor Home Type

Condominium suites and luxurious penthouses Sales Centre

4800 Dufferin St. (entrance B) Contact

tridel.com, or call 416.649.2500

“With its unique position between the city’s best residential communities, commercial neighbourhoods, and its institutional and cultural centres, Via Bloor has an ideal location in downtown Toronto. But of course, it’s our welldesigned suites, elegant finishes, and exciting amenities that ultimately define and elevate the Via Bloor experience.”

a signature home. Suites in this collection begin from $865,000 and range to approximately $1.3 million.

Via Bloor 2 will also feature two exclusive penthouses on the top floor. These luxurious two-storey penthouses start from $2.76 million.

Undoubtedly, the amenities at Via Bloor are second to none.

Designed by II by IV and spread out over 26,000 sq. ft. inside and out, amenity highlights include two luxurious lobbies with 24-hour concierge, an outdoor pool and terrace, games room, party rooms, spa lounge, fitness centre with spin and yoga studio, and a state-ofthe-art theatre. Tridel will also be creating a widened, pedestrianfriendly promenade, complete with new retail opportunities and landscaped greenspace, together with architectsAlliance and Janet Rosenberg & Studio.

Targeting a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification, Via Bloor will offer cutting-edge Green features and state-of-the art technology including unlimited Internet connectivity and Tridel Smart Home wall pads as standard features.

For more information visit the Via Bloor presentation centre at 4800 Dufferin St. (entrance B), tridel.com, or call 416.649.2500.

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Property Profile | WISH CONDOS

Wish Condos – terrace rendering, by Liberty Development

WISH CONDOS Liberty Development grants condo buyers’ wish to live alongside a park SPRING IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER, but the recent warm weather has made us think it’s already arrived!

With just a few sunny days in February above zero, the sight of some birds in the sky and some grass underfoot, Toronto’s real estate purchasers could be forgiven if their dreams of a new condo have started to include visions of park-side living, as they picture the perfect home.

Liberty Development is one of the GTA’s leading condominium development companies, and a developer who shares an appreciation for the unparalleled value of a park-side residence.

“It’s not just the recent spate of good weather that has us appreciating the unparalleled value of living close to one of Toronto’s great parks,” says Liberty’s director of sales and marketing, Shawn Richardson. “We have always seen proximity to park land as a tremendous asset to any site 28 YPNEXTHOME.CA

when we’re considering a location’s development potential. Not always easy to find; when we can acquire a site near a park with development potential, we jump at it.”

Liberty recently jumped at a site along Sheppard East at Pharmacy Avenue, on the edge of the beautiful Wishing Well Woods, and is preparing to launch the company’s latest condominium – Wish Condos – this spring.

Located in an established

Wish Condos – exterior rendering, by Liberty Development

Location

Sheppard East at Pharmacy Avenue Builder

Liberty Development Development

Wish Condos Home Type

Condo suites from 468 to just over 1,200 sq. ft.

Contact

wishcondos.ca

residential neighbourhood known as Wishing Well Woods, the Sheppard location allows Wish Condos to benefit from the thriving commercial and retail uses along this stretch of the avenue.

“The location offers the best of all worlds,” says Richardson. “It reflects the tranquility of Wishing Well Park, the serenity of the residential community, and the energy of Sheppard East. Whether you want to walk to a neighbour, walk through the park, or walk out for dinner, Wish Condos’ location satisfies a resident’s every need.”

Just a short commute from the TTC’s Sheppard at Don Mills station, Wish Condos is minutes from major retail and entertainment destinations (Fairview Mall), major highways (the Don Valley Parkway and the 401 are minutes away), a leading hospital (North York General), schools, places of worship, restaurants and more.

Wish Condos is a modern, elegant 18-storey tower that will feature retail in its podium, and boast 275 units in a range of layouts and sizes.

Suites will range from 468 to just over 1,200 sq. ft., in a variety of designs, from one-bedroom and

one-bedroom-plus-den, right up to three-bedroom-plus-den.

Liberty Development is recognized for its commitment to contemporary design, and industry-leading features.

Suites at Wish Condos will boast a compelling list of standard elements including mirrored sliding closet doors in the foyer, ceramic tiles in the bathroom and laundry areas, electric washers/dryers, granite or quartz worktops in the kitchen and bathroom, and a stainless steel appliance package.

“We are determined to make staying in an enjoyable experience,” Richardson notes. “We are equally committed to making it worthwhile for our residents to get out, by offering some really amazing amenities.”

Among its in-demand amenities, Wish Condos includes a party room with private dining area, sports lounge, card room, dog wash, stateof-the-art fitness facility, yoga studio and two outdoor terraces.

If you want Liberty to help make all your condo wishes come true, visit the website at wishcondos.ca and register for priority access.

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Advice | STAT CHAT

Will influx of condo launches in 2017 ease Toronto's price pressure?

By Ben Myers

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THERE IS ONLY ONE WAY to describe

the Toronto condo market right now: bananas. I like to use this technical term. The average price for a resale condominium in the Greater Toronto Area, according to the Toronto Real Estate Board, has increased about 20 per cent annually. New condominium prices are up 13 per cent annually according to Altus Group. The new market is almost as hot as the resale market.

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13 per cent year-over-year, from 22,748 to 19,704. There are several reasons for the decline, but it typically falls into two categories: developers don’t have approved sites to launch; or developers that do have approved sites may already have three or four developments on the go and don’t want to spread themselves too thin.

Given the high price of land, most developers want to launch projects as soon as possible, and 2017 will be a big year for new openings.

According to data compiled by condo market research firm Urbanation, as many as 86 projects and 30,407 units could launch this year. That high level of supply should relieve some of the upward price pressure.

Surprisingly, the majority of the new projects are launching outside the prime condo areas. In 2017, five projects are scheduled to open in the downtown east, four in the downtown west, four in the Entertainment District, and just one development in the downtown core!

So, just 14 of the potential 86 projects

are in these prime downtown Toronto condo submarkets.

We remain very bullish on the markets outside of downtown, and are launching a project on the Danforth this year, a couple stacked condo townhouse developments outside of Toronto.

Another major surprise was the huge volume of transactions in the 905 region last year and in early 2017, and we’ve been shocked at the high level of demand at our Burlington project. We expect a similar level of success at our upcoming Oakville waterfront development.

2017 should be a year with a lot more choice for buyers, and unlike the resale market, you won’t have to deal with bidding wars.

Fortress Real Developments partners with builders across Canada, and Ben assists in evaluating the market and projects that Fortress engages in.

Follow his blog posts and commentary on the Canadian housing market at fortressrealdevelopments.com/news or follow him on Twitter at @benmyers29.

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coming THIS SUMMER Just when you think The Daniels Corporation has reached the pinnacle of new home offerings in Mississauga, the company comes up with a surprise.

This time, it’s a brand new addition to their iconic 23-acre, master-planned, mixed-use community, Daniels City Centre! Yes, this summer, Daniels will be back with a new 40-storey residential condominium, Wesley Tower, at Confederation Parkway and City Centre Drive – in the midst of one of the Greater Toronto Area’s most amenity-rich neighbourhoods.

The Daniels Corporation will bring over 34 years of experience in master-planning and quality home-building

to the heart of the Mississauga City Centre this summer!

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...mere moments to the Square One shopping mall, the largest mall in Ontario and a premier shopping destination in the GTA, with more than 320 shops, services, dining and entertainment options. Take courses at Sheridan College, gather with neighbours for festivities at Celebration Square, enjoy live theatre at the Living Arts Centre, revel in nature in the community’s 3-acre public park, take in the beauty of stunning public art, and stroll along the convenient central mews. If you work in Toronto, Mississauga Transit and GO Transit are easily available, and access to Highways 403, 401 and 407 are just minutes away.

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No wonder the demand is there for more chances to live right in the Daniels City Centre community. Daniels has a long reputation for excellence in Mississauga, having established the first master-planned community in the City Centre in 2004 with The Capital Condominiums. Since then, Daniels condominiums in this fantastic location have received several design awards. Today, the community’s fascinating architectural landscape spans the gamut from the gargoyle-festooned One Park Tower to the glowing green rooftops of Limelight Condominiums and the unique aesthetics of Chicago Condominiums, which is inspired by the Chicago School of Architecture.

Wesley Tower will offer one-bedroom, one-bedroom + den, two-bedroom, two-bedroom + den suites, plus a limited number of three-bedroom layouts in the podium. Both suite designs and building amenities will be family-friendly.

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To join, a $300 registration fee is required, which will be applied toward the purchase of your suite, or fully refunded if you choose not to purchase.

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The Daniels Corporation (danielshomes.ca) is one of Canada’s preeminent builders/developers, building more than 27,000 new home communities across the Greater Toronto Area for over 34 years. 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 offers innovative programs that help people achieve homeownership, champions neighbourhood initiatives that enhance quality of life, and supports numerous charities and non-profit organizations. Most recently, Daniels was named the 2016 High-Rise Builder of the Year at the Tarion Homeowners’ Choice Awards.

For decades, Daniels has worked hard to continually offer the next best thing in low-rise and high-rise living in Mississauga. Discover how you can become part of this remarkable community so you, too, can “Love Where You Live.”

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Property Profile | THE DANIELS CORPORATION

Lighthouse East Tower coming this spring to

Daniels Waterfront – City of the Arts!

HAVE YOU HEARD the latest buzz

in Toronto? The city’s East Bayfront skyline is poised to take on an exciting new dimension this spring, when The Daniels Corporation introduces Lighthouse East Tower at Daniels Waterfront – City of the Arts! The East Tower follows hot on the heels of the highly successful Lighthouse West Tower. The demand is strong for more residential opportunities in this triumphant, mixed-use, masterplanned neighbourhood where arts, culture and innovation cohabit in a waterfront setting.

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Now under construction, Lighthouse East Tower will rise to 36 storeys at Queens Quay East and Richardson Street, creating an iconic landmark that will enhance the community’s appeal in becoming the new gateway to the East Bayfront neighbourhood. Enjoy arts-inspired living in the midst of unique amenities, visionary styling and incredible conveniences. “Take The Yard, the pedestrian laneway that will offer the opportunity to grab a coffee or meal with friends,” says Dominic Tompa, broker of record for City Life

Location

East Bayfront neighbourhood Builder

The Daniels Corporation Development

Lighthouse East Tower at Daniels Waterfront – City of the Arts Home Type

studios to 2-bedroom suites Contact

danielswaterfront.com or 416.221.3939

Pictured above: Xtreme Fitness Centre

Realty, Daniels’ in-house sales team.

“We know that amenity will be well used. And Sugar Beach North will be the perfect spot for lounging in the shade or enjoying outdoor gatherings.

Everyday life here will be amazing.”

Obviously, a lot of homebuyers, organizations and businesses think so as well. Daniels Waterfront – City of the Arts is one of the city’s hottest destinations. The opportunity for people to live, work, play, create and learn in this location is phenomenal.

In the office tower at 130 Queens Quay E., Artscape, Colleges of Ontario, OCAD University, RBC and the newly announced George Brown College School of Design & Innovation Exchange will take up residency. Non-profit organizations The Remix Project and Manifesto will also relocate to the office towers, and The Daniels Corporation will move its headquarters there.

Talk about convenience! TTC access is right outside Lighthouse East Tower’s front door, and the array of local amenities that are steps away include Lake Ontario, Canada’s Sugar Beach, the Water’s Edge Promenade and Sherbourne Common. A short stroll will have residents at St. Lawrence Market, Union Station and Toronto’s Financial

and Distillery Districts. It’s minutes to the Entertainment District, and access to the Gardiner Expressway and the DVP is handy.

Lighthouse East Tower will feature outstanding indoor and outdoor amenities including attentive 24hour concierge; gardening plots; party room with catering kitchen and access to a barbecue terrace; social club including shuffleboard and a projector for hosting movie nights or to watch hockey games with friends; a lounge with terrace access; two guest suites; and a fitness centre/ yoga studio. The dynamic Xtreme fitness facility offers the opportunity to do away with club memberships elsewhere and get a more varied exercise experience, with cardio, crossfit, weight-training, stretching – this space has it all! Lighthouse East Tower will share a tennis/basketball court with the West Tower.

The East Tower’s exterior will reflect its waterfront location, with wide expanses of glass punctuated by staggered balconies, mimicking lake waves. Suites will range from studios to two-bedroom-plus-den designs and will start from the $300,000s. First occupancies are slated for fall of 2019.

Looking to take your registration one step further? Join the Lighthouse

East Tower Inner Circle to receive an invitation to Daniels’ preview event, including the first advance sale before the general public, for the best selection of suites, floors and views. To join, pay a $500 registration fee, which will be applied toward the purchase of your suite, or fully refunded if you choose not to purchase.

Daniels (danielshomes.ca) is one of Canada’s pre-eminent builders/ developers, building more than 27,000 new homes across the Greater Toronto Area over 34 years. Daniels has been named Tarion Warranty Corporation’s Ontario High Rise Builder of the Year; is a recipient of the Toronto Arts and Business Award from the Toronto Arts Foundation; and has partnered with Toronto Community Housing to revitalize Regent Park in Toronto’s Downtown East. Daniels offers programs that help people achieve home ownership, champions neighbourhood initiatives that enhance quality of life, and supports numerous charities and non-profit organizations.

To find out more about Lighthouse East Tower or join the Inner Circle, register at danielswaterfront.com or call 416.221.3939.

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Advice | NEWS AND VIEWS

Why we love The Six, and why people continue to flock here

By Lydia McNutt

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TORONTO CELEBRATED a big birthday

recently – 183 years young – so I wanted to take this opportunity to give some credence to the cliche that Torontonians really are at the centre of the universe. Here’s why we love The Six, and why people will continue to flock here in search of “home.”

The local economy is chugging along at a good pace, the real estate market is hot, and our sports teams always play to a packed house – even if they don’t win every time.

On the international stage, our city is a shining star. Toronto was named North America’s most sustainable city in 2016 as per Arcadis’ Sustainable Cities Index; world’s most livable city in 2015 according to Metropolis Magazine; and best place to live according to The Economist in 2015. As for 2017, the year is still young.

Toronto is the centre of the universe – at least for the 2.79 million people who call it “home” and the 100,000 newcomers who flock here every year. Toronto is Canada’s most populous city, and it’s growing by leaps and bounds. According to recently released census data, Toronto’s population swelled 6.2 per cent between 2011 and 2016, outpacing Canada’s population growth rate of five per cent, and Ontario’s growth rate of 4.6 per cent.

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That’s a lot of people moving into this 630.2 km² hot spot. You can certainly expect some spill-over into surrounding areas.

If you’re on the home hunt this spring, then you’re likely facing the urban/suburban debate, carefully weighing factors like cost, convenience and of course, commute times – we are talking about Toronto, after all.

The reality is, Toronto is becoming harder to get into. Home prices are way up, demand continues to rise and supply is dwindling, thanks to land shortages courtesy of government policy that limits residential development in terms of area and type. With a resurgence in rental living as the affordable housing option of choice, competition and prices in the rental realm are rising too.

Could this be a turning point for Toronto The Good? Not likely.

If you’re already a homeowner in Toronto or surrounding area, consider yourself lucky. Logically, we know the real estate market has upswings and downturns. But if history has taught us anything, housing values will continue to rise in the long term. Ask your parents how much they paid for their home 30 years ago. Chances are, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the increase.

If you’re among the many who

hope to buy a home in the GTA, but are facing some affordability challenges, you’re not alone – and don’t count yourself out just yet.

YOU’VE GOT OPTIONS Toronto’s housing landscape is evolving to accommodate the high demand for homes here.

It’s true that lowrise housing may not be readily available – or affordable – in Toronto, leading some homebuyers to start scouring the suburbs for something within their price range. But there are plenty of affordable options, right here in The Six. Condo suites, stacked townhomes and traditional townhouses could put that coveted downtown Toronto address within your financial reach.

Do your research and consider your options carefully. And here’s a word to the wise: buy now, while you still can!

Lydia McNutt is an award-winning writer and the senior editor of New Condo Guide. Lydia’s love of architecture, interior design and the written word have landed her happily at YP NextHome, where real estate rules. Lydia can be reached at Lydia.McNutt@ypnexthome.ca, and follow her on Twitter @LydiasTweets

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Advice | INSIDER INSIGHT

Why the new home and condo market is Canada’s best-kept secret

By Debbie Cosic

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WHEN IT COMES TO the business of housing and ensuring that people get the biggest bang for their buck, I believe that Canadian developers and builders do it best. The funny thing is, the new home and condo market is Canada’s best-kept secret – even to most Canadians!

Many Canadians don’t realize the opportunities and advantages that exist on their home turf, and when shopping for a home or condominium, they will often skip over this market completely.

Meanwhile, international home shoppers zero-in on our market for many reasons.

Having studied many housing markets in the U.S. and Europe with other industry experts, we always conclude that the Canadian new home and condo market is far superior in many respects – particularly when it comes to the quality, selection, protection and value we offer here. When we talk to other home-building professionals abroad, we often find they want to come to Canada to learn more about our strategies and tactics. Some often do, and become more competitive in their own markets as a result.

In New York City for example, where the condo market attracts people from all over the globe, it’s not unusual to find that luxury condo developers will offer only one standard kitchen and one set of design and décor options to its clientele. In fact, buyers will often ask 38 YPNEXTHOME.CA

the builder to skip the installation of the kitchen because the standard is not to their liking. Imagine if a luxury builder down the street decided to offer more than one option of kitchen? Or if that builder had an interior designer and décor centre on site that offered help with selecting their kitchen’s finishes and features at no extra charge, like we do in Canada? Talk about a competitive advantage.

Customers in NYC will often bring in their own designers, adding to the time and cost, and creating unnecessary construction chaos for other residents in the building after they move in. In Canada, the selection of a new home or condo’s finishes, fixtures and cabinetry is incredible and on-trend. Builders offer a vast selection of standard finishes and upgrades. They keep up with design trends by ensuring that they have professional décor centres that are staffed with highly skilled design managers to help buyers with their selections before construction even begins. The process is efficient, and the end result is a buyer who is happy and confident with their choices.

On the financial side of the business, Canadians have the advantage of a highly regulated mortgage industry through Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. A mortgage insurance protection program is mandatory in Canada for down payments between five and 19.99 per cent. In fact, five per cent is the minimum amount you can put down on a home in Canada. This is our secret weapon to help protect the financial stability of our housing market across the country. This insurance protects lenders, in the event that a borrower stops making payments and defaults on their mortgage.

For Canadians, it gives us an opportunity to get into the housing marketing with as little as five per cent down. Although some people may argue we don’t need such protections, historically our housing market has been stable, and our booms and busts are not as severe or as long-term as those we’ve seen south of the border.

There you have it – some of the home turf advantages and secrets of Canada’s hot real estate market. I will be exploring more about Canada’s exciting new home and condo market in the future. If there’s something specific you’d like to ask, reach out to the editor and we’ll address the issues.

Debbie Cosic, CEO and founder of In2ition Realty, has worked in all facets of the real estate industry for over 25 years. She has sold and overseen the sales of more than $15 billion worth of real estate. With Debbie at its helm, In2ition has become one of the fastestgrowing and most innovative new home and condo sales companies. In2ition has received numerous awards from the Building Industry and Land Development Association and the National Association of Home Builders.

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Property Profile | SUPERSONIC CONDOMINIUMS

Grand living at

SuperSonic Condos

by Lindvest

SuperSonic is coming soon.

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IN STEP WITH HIGHER demand for large, liveable suites, Lindvest will soon introduce SuperSonic condos with an impressive selection of designs featuring one-bedroomplus-den layouts and larger. The second tower in the master-planned community, located in the revitalized neighbourhood of Eglinton Avenue and Don Mills Road, will build on the success of Sonic Condos and will offer 299 suites and many new layouts. Pricing will start from the low $300,000s – among the most affordable in a convenient urban locale.

Ride the rocket from Science Centre Station along the future Crosstown light rail transit line (thecrosstown.ca) that will extend 19 kilometres across Eglinton Avenue between Mount Dennis (Weston Road) and Kennedy Station.

Scheduled to be in service in 2021, Metrolinx predicts LRT travel times to be almost half of current bus route times, also offering connectivity with subway and GO Transit.

The area surrounding SuperSonic condominiums is alive with cultural and entertainment venues, shops and services, including Ontario Science Centre, Aga Khan Museum, grocery stores and Shops at Don Mills.

Page + Steele/IBI Group has designed the Sonic community for convenient future-perfect living.

Similar to its highly successful sister building, SuperSonic will be a sleek and contemporary 30-storey tower connected by a three-storey podium, set in a park-like oasis of green.

Professionally designed suites range in size, including onebedroom-plus-den, some with two baths, at 613 sq. ft.; two-bedrooms

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The games room – just one of many lifestyle amenities BOTTOM

The beautiful rooftop terrace

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Don Mills and Eglinton Builder

Lindvest Development

SuperSonic Condominiums Home Type

condo suites priced from the low $300’s Contact

lindvest.com/supersonic

starting at 651 sq. ft., and spacious threebedroom suites starting at 941 sq. ft. All suites include a balcony, terrace or patio.

Prices will start in the low $300,000s, with 80 per cent of units priced below $500,000, representing incredible value in a prime location.

Among the top-notch interior finishes Lindvest provides are linear kitchens in contemporary two-toned wood and lacquer, with quartz stone countertops and stainless steel appliances. Plank laminate flooring throughout with porcelain tile in bathrooms achieves a modern appearance, all as per plan.

Residents will enjoy more than 25,000

sq. ft. of amazing indoor/outdoor amenity spaces, all envisioned to promote social engagement in a chic, mid-century modern environment designed by award-winning U31 Inc. A large landscaped park by NAK Design, includes a walking path, playground, seating areas, exercise equipment and a water feature.

The fourth-floor rooftop terrace is nestled between the two residential towers. This open-air space will have private cabanas, seating alcoves, a barbecue and dining area, a soothing waterfall feature, lounges and generous greenery creating a gardenlike environment.

The third floor will become a beacon for activity, with a stylish party room, dining room, fitness room and yoga studio, games room with billiards, and steam rooms.

The building’s main level houses concierge service, a community room, business centre, a music and theatre room, and a convenient pet wash. Each building will have its own dedicated lobby with plenty of comfortable seating.

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Advice | LEGALLY SPEAKING

Why foreign investors love Canadian real estate Real estate brokers For those wishing to buy or sell property, a qualified real estate broker is essential. Brokers are subject to special regulation in Canada. In Ontario, the Real Estate Council of Ontario is responsible for regulating real estate and administering brokers. A broker can assist in identifying a target for acquisition, preparing offers and negotiating the deal. A qualified broker has access to one of the best multiple listing services in the world to help identify the right property for clients.

By Jayson Schwarz

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TORONTO IS ONE OF the “hottest”

cities in the world among the rich and famous looking to purchase real estate. Several surveys indicate the luxury housing market here is seeing surges in purchases from so-called “high-net worth” individuals.

What do you need to know about purchasing property in Toronto? First and foremost, there is no restriction on foreign individuals purchasing property in Canada, unless it affects national interest. Let’s take a look: Tax treaties Depending on your country of residence, there may be an international tax treaty in place with Canada. In this case, there will be provisions governing the effect of income earned on rental and sale proceeds of property in Canada.

This translates to withholding tax and other questions, and allows you to avoid double taxation. This also allows you and your advisers to properly plan and structure your transaction.

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» Joint Venture – these are advantageous due to flexibility in allowing for varied and nonproportionate sharing of profits » Partnership, Limited Partnership » Corporation » Personal Ownership Being taxed in Ontario There are talks of a possible foreign buyer tax like the one implemented in BC last year, but let’s not worry about that yet. Currently, a purchase of new residential property in Ontario is subject to 13-per-cent HST. Rebates are available for resident Canadians who occupy it or rent it out. Non-residents may not qualify so get professional advice.

The purchase of new residential property in Toronto is also subject to LTT from two levels of government, municipal and provincial. Outside of Toronto, only the provincial LTT is payable.

UK investors, for example…

Tax treaties between Canada and the UK make Canada an attractive investment prospect for real estate developers.

Double taxation treaties mean that, subject to certain criteria, investors will not be taxed on income gained in one of the contracting states.

If tax rates are different in the two countries, you get credit for tax paid, and an adjustment if the tax in your home country is less than where you are earning the income.

A company resident in Canada which receives income from interest, royalties, pensions or purchased annuities from UK sources may be able to apply for relief from UK tax and vice versa. With the benefit of double taxation treaties, real estate development companies can take advantage of the booming real estate market in Canada.

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.

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Property Profile | WELLINGTON HOUSE

Wellington House offers small-scale, intimate living in the heart of Toronto’s newest hot spot YOU’VE HEARD OF wide-shallow

design in the detached home market, but here’s a twist – in the condo marketplace. Lamb Development Corp. is uniting an historic Victorian mansion on a narrow lot with a contemporary 19-storey tower. It’s a masterful coupling of equal parts preservation and innovation, while harmonizing with the surrounding streetscape where old and new exist side by side.

Wellington House will take shape on a 240-ft. deep lot on Wellington Street West, the width of the Victorian grand dame that will command the street in front. Slim and modern in design, the tower will stand tall alongside contemporary neighbours, yet at 19 storeys and 115 suites, it isn’t a high-density residence. At most, there will be eight suites per floor with most featuring three suites and a single suite on the top floor.

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“We call it ‘small-scale intimate,’” says developer Brad Lamb of Lamb Development Corp. “It’s where people want to live.” By pursuing design challenges like this, Lamb Development Corp. has been at the helm of eye-catching projects like Flatiron Lofts, King Charlotte, East Fifty Five and Parc Lofts in Toronto, Soba and Gotham, Ottawa, and equally noteworthy projects in Calgary and Edmonton.

There are easier ways to build and easier places to build, but Lamb says, “What makes a building beautiful is the oddity of design. This isn’t an easy development site, but it’s the difficult properties that create interesting solutions. When it’s done, there will be nothing like it in the city.”

As part of the 3.5-year plan, the Victorian mansion will be preserved and moved forward, and then developed to include a five-star restaurant and outdoor patio. The entire project, including the tower, will feature retail, live/work condos and 115 suites ranging from 451 to 2,273 sq. ft. Condo pricing starts at $441,900.

Residential and retail tenants will be taking up residency during early 2020.

There is obvious fascination with the provenance of a Victorian mansion, but that doesn’t diminish the appeal of its intriguing contemporary addition. Its uncommonly narrow footprint affords all suites at least one full wall along their entire length of floor-to-ceiling windows! Two- and three-bedroom suites offer views from both sides of the suite. Those with a balcony offer a third view over the city – an unheard-of feature in highrise condominium living.

It is an architectural challenge to impart so much living within such limitations, yet it was creatively fulfilled by architectsAlliance with such aplomb and skill that any other design pales in comparison. The result is an inspiring canvas for the interior design work of U31.

Interiors boast ceiling heights of nine ft. with exposed concrete ceilings, feature walls and columns, while stone lines kitchen surfaces and counters to complement Europeanstyle cabinetry. Bathrooms feature deep soaker tubs and porcelain or stone tile on walls and underfoot.

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As the Wellington/Spadina area prepares to explode with development, Wellington House will have a front-row seat. Across from it, work is beginning on The Well, one-million sq. ft. of retail, office and residential space expected to draw in tens of thousands of people to work, shop and live. Lamb anticipates Wellington House to become a destination for the design curious as well as those looking to live in the city’s newest hot spot.

On foot, by bike or by Uber, you’re minutes from Spadina, King West, Adelaide and the Entertainment District. Cafes and restaurants await in all directions – Spice Route, Brassaii, SPIN Toronto, Gusto 101, Buca, Wilbur Mexicana and Patria – and Bar Hop, Wahlburgers, Town Crier, Pai, Byblos and Sweet Jesus for pre- or posttheatre tete-a-tetes or post-game analyses. Queen offers even more night life, dining and shopping. For a little greenspace, there’s Clarence Square Park on Spadina. The Rogers Centre, CN Tower and Queen’s Quay are nearby neighbours. Of course, the Gardener and Lakeshore accesses are closer than close.

You’ll find Wellington House at 422 Wellington St. W. The presentation centre is opening in late April. For sales information contact info@WellingtonHouseToronto.com or call 416.368.5262.

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Hamilton is among the areas where high home prices in Toronto are having a spillover effect

BRYAN TUCKEY

was on fire.

Speaking at the Toronto Real Estate Board’s (TREB) recent Market Tuckey Year in Review & Outlook 2017 event, Tuckey was killing it on the topic of new lowrise homes. Owning the podium on a stage full of high-profile guests, including policy analysts, think-tank executives and even the Ontario Chief Economist and Assistant Finance Deputy Minister, Brian Lewis.

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disconnect between public policy and a lack public awareness and understanding,” he fumed.

The cause of his rancor was – and still is – the Ontario government’s land-use policy favouring intensification in the Greater Golden Horseshoe, which includes the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and is Canada’s fastest-growing urban region and the economic engine of Ontario. Such policy, says Tuckey, effectively limits the land available to build new homes. The end result is a housing shortage in all types that is approaching “crisis levels” and causing skyrocketing prices.

Worse, he says, is that the general public doesn’t fully understand the impact.

It’s an issue more and more voices are speaking out on, including former mayor of Mississauga, Hazel McCallion.

HUDAK AN IMPORTANT VOICE Add to the list Tim Hudak, CEO of the Ontario Real Estate Association.

Hudak “Finding a home is only going to get worse until housing supply is addressed.

“Population growth is rapidly increasing in cities where we are also seeing some of the lowest levels of inventory in history,” says Hudak.

“Realtors and builders in this province have been saying that new homes and resale listings cannot keep up with the demand in the market.

Population growth is not the problem here – the lack of housing availability is the problem; and if it is not fixed soon, we could have a severe affordability crisis on our hands.

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They have assumed that all of the vacant designated “greenfield area” is available for residential development. In reality, residential development is prohibited in much of the GTA.

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of home ownership within reach.”

“All land is not created equal,” Tuckey The cause might just need the help. told YP NextHome. “The Neptis data Another speaker at the TREB is at a level that lacks detail. Much of outlook event said that no, the land referenced in their study does the Ontario government has not have the critical infrastructure that made enough land available for makes development possible. They development. The amount of land have assumed that all of the vacant allocated for growth is not the most designated ‘greenfield area’ is available pressing problem facing the region, for residential development. In reality, according to Marcy Burchfield, residential development is prohibited in executive director of the Neptis much of the GTA. Foundation, Toronto, which conducts “Substantial parts are not serviced and disseminates nonpartisan with water and/or sewers. In some research, analysis and mapping cases, the required servicing is not related to the design and function of expected to be built within the next Canadian urban regions.

10 years. Lands can be designated for “Provincial policies have not residential development in an official created a shortage of land for plan, but until such time as servicing housing,” says Burchfield. “More than is in place, residential development is 100,000 hectares have been set aside prohibited. in the Greater Golden Horseshoe “Even where land is designated Sheppard Ave to accommodate population and for residential development and employment growth to 2031; can be readily serviced, residential over 56,000 hectares are in the development cannot occur until the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. land is appropriately zoned and plans Ground-related housing remains Hwy 401 of subdivision are draft approved the predominant form of housing and then registered. Building planned. Neptis research also shows permits cannot be issued until these that less than 20 per cent of this land conditions are met.” supply has been built on since 2006.”

So, the debate continues: how much is Ontario’s land-use policy SAY WHAT? causing the supply shortage and This seems to contradict everything pricing issue? And what is the BILD and others are saying. government doing about it?

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are going to have any chance at home ownership, provincial and municipal governments must focus on increasing housing supply,” he says. “Government-imposed barriers are restricting builders from bringing more housing supply online. To make home ownership more affordable, the province should work with municipalities to loosen building restrictions, speed Sheppard Ave up approvals to allow developers to build ‘missing middle’ housing types like townhomes, duplexes and Forest Manor Rd stacked townhomes.”

Pretty strong words, from Hwy 401 someone who knows how government works. The former Ontario MPP and leader of the provincial PC party, joins Tuckey and others in lobbying Queen’s Park on the housing issue.

“It certainly helps to know your way around Queen’s Park,” Hudak told YP NextHome. “We’ve been very active in the media and through direct advocacy. We’ve had meetings with the Premier and senior officials in her office, as well as the Minister of Finance, Housing and Municipal Affairs. It appears the government is engaged in this issue. We’re putting good ideas on the table that will help increase supply and keep the dream

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New trends are emerging in the condominium market

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THERE HAS BEEN enormous change in the condominium market in the GTA particularly over the past few years that is really going to change the region for the better. Transitorientated development is finally taking effect on a large scale in locations not normally known for condominium developments. Take Vaughan for example. The new Toronto–York Spadina Subway extension has led to an explosion of growth in the Vaughan City Centre area, creating some signature highrise developments close to the major transit nodes in the neighbourhood.

Years ago, it would be unimaginable to think of 40- or 50-storey towers in Vaughan. Today, a number are in the planning stages or under pre-sale.

The result will be major density in the area, around transit hubs, which will drive new office and retail and create a new vibrant neighbourhood. It’s a much-needed boost for the GTA. As ground-orientated housing drives down affordability, developers are taking notice and creating larger, family-orientated condominiums to cater to this group of buyers.

Families are looking for well thoughtout, efficient floor plans; locations close to transit and schools; and amenities that are kid-friendly, such as playrooms, outdoor spaces and recreation areas. Builders are dedicating more suites in buildings to larger layouts, like two- and threebedrooms. In the past, one- and onebedroom-plus-den designs would 50 YPNEXTHOME.CA

comprise more than 60 per cent of a new condominium tower in the downtown core. Today, these suites represent 50 per cent or less. Even studio suites that once represented a large portion of new condominiums are playing a lesser role in developments. Move-down buyers are also looking to purchase larger suites in their current neighbourhood.

For instance, some boutique projects along Bayview and Sheppard in North York are creating large threebedroom suites from 1,200 to close to 2,000 sq. ft. for move-down buyers who are selling their larger homes in the neighbourhood, but want to stay in the same area. This buyer group is not interested in lavish amenity facilities but want better living areas, in specific areas where they do not have to worry about shoveling snow during winter or maintaining a garden in the summer.

The rise of the “super-tall” building is something we will start to see more of in the coming years. Applications for buildings taller than 90 storeys can be seen along Yonge Street and

along Bloor. When Aura condos and One Bloor were approved a number of years ago, the struggle these developers had to go through from an approval standpoint has set the framework for new tall developments.

Skyscraper buildings are the forefront of major metropolitan cities around the world including Beijing, Shanghai, Dubai, New York, Chicago and many others. They are changing the skylines of these cities, adding muchneeded density, curbing sprawl, and drawing worldwide attention. Soon, Toronto and the GTA will be a topic of conversation worldwide, when it comes to innovative trends in the condominium market.

Riz Dhanji is a sales and marketing specialist with more than $3 billion in sales and over 10,000 condominium units sold. Notable projects include Canada’s Tallest Condominium at 80 storeys, Aura Condos and DNA Condos in King West. Riz has sold some of Toronto’s most prominent projects for builders across the GTA under RAD Marketing, and is responsible for the sales and marketing for Canderel Residential’s projects across Canada.

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Inspiration

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Condos have become a beast of multi-function. These small, uber-efficient homes often double as working and entertaining spaces, meaning people have to put some careful thought into achieving the right balance between work and play, beauty and function.

We asked what condo dwellers want to know: what’s the secret to designing a small, stylish yet fully functional home?

“With any space, but especially one which is task oriented (like a study or kitchen), always ask, ‘What will make it more efficient?’” says Jonsohn.

“Always start with function and grow from there.”

The trick, Jonsohn says, is letting go of those pretty things that lack function. “If it’s counter-productive to your end goal, let it go,” he says.

“Ultimately, it needs to work for you. No one else.”

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While practicality is important, aesthetics also play a part in a well-designed space. After all, you have to love your home if you’re going to be creative, productive and happy in it.

So, what’s this designer’s favourite element of this office space?

“It has to be the colouring. The warm charcoals, caramels, shots of cream and gold – all come together to give the space a cocooning effect.”

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1 | Not doing your taxes Even if you have not received income for 2016, you should still file your income tax and benefit return. You may be eligible for a refund, credits and benefits such as the Canada child benefit and the goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/ HST) credit. To get your benefit and credit payments, you have to file a tax return every year so that the CRA can calculate the amount you should receive.

If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, you may be able to get help doing your taxes at a free tax preparation clinic near you. Find out more at cra.gc.ca/volunteer.

2 | Not reporting all your income Make sure you report all your income.

You should have received most of your slips, such as T4 slips, from your employer, payer or administrator by the end of February. If you have not received, or have lost or misplaced a slip for 2016, ask the issuer of the slip for a copy. If you register with My Account you may have access to electronic copies of your slips. If you are still missing information, use any documents you have and enter estimated amounts.

Sold your principal residence in 2016? Starting with sales in the 2016 tax year, you are required to report basic information (date of acquisition, proceeds of disposition, and address) on your income tax and benefit return when you sell your home to claim the full principal residence exemption.

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If the CRA determines that a taxpayer has made a mistake or made a claim to which they are not entitled, their return is adjusted.

See the reasons for the most frequent adjustments at cra.gc.ca/ commonadjustments.

4 | Missing out on tax credits, benefits and deductions

my return” option, available through some certified tax preparation software. This secure service will automatically fill in certain parts of your return with information the CRA has on file. To use “auto-fill my return” you must be fully registered for My Account. For more information, go to cra.gc.ca/auto-fill.

If you have already filed your return but did not report income from a slip, you can change your return by using the “Change My Return” feature in My Account or by filling out Form T1-ADJ, T1 Adjustment Request, and sending it to your tax centre.

If you want to correct earlier mistakes and put your tax affairs in order, you can make a voluntary disclosure through the CRA’s Voluntary Disclosures Program. The program gives taxpayers a second chance to correct their taxes.

3 | Making a claim you’re not entitled to Various non-deductible amounts, such as funeral expenses, wedding expenses, loans to family members, a loss on the sale of a home designated as a principal residence, and other similar amounts, are sometimes claimed in error.

The Government of Canada offers credits, benefits and deductions that may apply to your tax situation.

Before filing your return, visit online at cra.gc.ca/getready to learn about the new and existing tax measures that could help you save money. Some certified tax software programs offer suggestions on credits, benefits and deductions you can apply for, based on the information you enter.

5 | Filing late If you have a balance owing and do not file your return on time, the CRA will charge you a late-filing penalty.

The penalty is five per cent of your balance owing on the due date of your return, plus one per cent of your balance owing for each full month your return is late, to a maximum of 12 months. Even if you cannot pay your balance owing by the filing deadline, you can avoid the late-filing penalty by filing on time.

If you can’t pay the amount owed by the due date, it is best to contact the CRA before then. The CRA will work with you to resolve your tax debt or other government programs debt. You may qualify for a payment arrangement or taxpayer relief.

6 | Not keeping receipts and records Keep your receipts and documents for at least six years after you file your return. If the CRA chooses to review your return, you will need to send your receipts to the CRA to support your claims.

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Advice | TRENDING

SPRING CLEANING: 3 problem areas, and how to tackle the mess

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UP THE ANTE THIS YEAR ON YOUR SPRING cleaning routine,

with tips from an expert on the chemistry of clean, Kim Dunn, who holds a degree in industrial microbiology and owns a Molly Maid franchise.

Spring cleaning: Mattress and pillows The problem: You may not be able to sleep after you hear how dirty your mattress and pillows are. “You’ve got some lively behaviour beneath you at night! Mattresses and pillows are full of fungus and bacteria, and let’s not forget dust mites,” Dunn says. “You’re sweating, you’re excreting oils, shedding skin cells, and dust mites feast on skin cells. If they’re eating, they’re excreting.” Ewwww! “A mattress gains 10

Spring cleaning: Sports equipment The problem: “Sports equipment. Really bad,” Dunn says right off the… err… bat If your mind just went to the hockey bag, you’d be right — but don’t stop there. Think shin protectors, catcher’s masks, jocks, snowboard boots, football pads and yoga mats – all breeding grounds. “If it smells, there’s something growing,” Dunn says.

The solution: “Deodorizing is not cleaning. Masking the odours is not killing anything,” Dunn says. She suggests ozone cleaning.

“It’s the same as we used for sterilizing equipment in the

per cent of its weight over the course of its lifetime — oils, mites, mite poo, skin cells. A typical mattress has between 100,000 and 10,000,000 dust mites feasting!”

The solution: Keep it covered and keep it clean. Get a good mattress cover that’s waterproof and impervious to your skin cells and bodily secretions. The, remove that cover once a month and wash it. “Vacuuming helps too,” Dunn says.

“The vacuum gets rid of skin cells and mites. When removing the mattress cover, vacuum the mattress. Use the vacuum’s crevice tool to get right into the creases.”

You should also keep your pillows in protectors. Pillows do break down over time and should be replaced regularly.

lab.” Take your equipment to the cleaner’s for an ozone treatment to get rid of the smell and the bacteria. You should also wash the equipment on a sanitizing cycle.

“Cleaning may shorten the life of your equipment, but it’s better than getting sick.”

Between washing and ozone treatments, Dunn suggests, “air it out and let it completely dry before you put it away. Put it in the sun to dry.” The UV light, she explains, is beneficial for drying out and killing bacteria and fungus.

And that yoga mat? “Carry a spritz bottle... fill it with water and add essential oils: 10 drops of tea tree oil and 10 drops of your favourite oil, like lavender, eucalyptus or citrus.

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putting it away,” she says. At the very least, Dunn advises to spray it down, let it soak for a minute to actually get to the bacteria, and then wipe it dry before rolling it back up and stashing it. And anything metal based, like a mask, should be swabbed down with rubbing alcohol.

Dunn references a study that examines where typical equipment falls on the provincial guidelines for the acceptable limits of bacteria: » Shoulder pads: 19 times higher than the acceptable limit » Helmet: 30 times higher than the acceptable limit » Pants: 180 times higher than the acceptable limit » Jock: 376 times higher than the acceptable limit » Shin pads: 3,440 times higher than the acceptable limit.

Spring cleaning: Pets The problem: “The fur babies bring in a bevy of bacteria and change the microbiome of your home,” Dunn says. “Over half of the micro-diversity in the home can be attributed to the animals in that home, from what they have naturally existing on their bodies,” she explains. Aside from carrying their own specific bacteria and distributing it wherever they go, they also have some filthy habits that we really need to address. “Animals also bring a lot of poo into our homes,” says Dunn. Whether they’re running around the dog park or just in the backyard, dog paws and fur are picking up whatever they touch. Then they come into your home, walk on your carpets, sit on your sofa, nuzzle up against you, snuggle up in your bed — and share all of it with every point of contact.”

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And then there’s the cat — their litter box use guarantees their paws are covered with fecal contamination, and then they like jumping up on the countertop, curling up on your bed, walking along shelves — leaving a trail of bacteria wherever they wander.

The solution: Aside from swearing off pets — because, let’s face it, that’s not an option for many of us – wiping their paws is a big factor in reducing the contamination. “We wipe our feet when we come in the house. Clean their paws with soap and water, or at least wipe them off when they come in. And keep pets off of furniture and bedding. Put a washable blanket on their favourite spots, and wash that weekly.”

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10 minutes with…

Zev Mandelbaum,

co-founder of Marlin Spring Developments

By Lydia McNutt NEW CONDO GUIDE CAUGHT UP WITH ZEV MANDELBAUM,

co-founder of Marlin Spring Developments, for a lesson in location, and how this developer spots the next “it” neighbourhood.

New Condo Guide: With projects underway in Danforth Village and The Beach, you have a knack for choosing great neighbourhoods. What do you look for in the next hot spot for development?

Zev Mandelbaum: When looking at an area to develop, 62 YPNEXTHOME.CA

there is certain criteria that I look for – the first of which is transit. I examine where you can get to and from the site, how long it will take to travel to the downtown core, and where the main access point is. Our projects in Danforth Village and The Beach are both well positioned in terms of their access to The DVP, the Gardiner, GO Transit, and of course the TTC, with direct access to two subway stops along the Bloor-Danforth subway line and streetcars along Queen.

Other criteria that I search for is the nature and userfriendliness of the retail. By that I do not mean boutique

The Beach, Toronto, is the location of Marlin Spring’s WestBeach development.

Photo credit: Marlin Spring Developments

shops that you see along Queen Street West. I am looking for retailers like grocery stores or coffee shops; those retailers that allow residents to fulfill their needs on a daily basis. I think about what it would be like to live in the specific area I am looking at, and how easy it is to access these things that would make life more convenient.

Area amenities are extremely important, especially having lots of greenspace nearby. I look for a friendly and inviting feel in established neighbourhoods where people are improving their homes and there is a strong sense of community.

Most importantly, I look at the finer fabric. I isolate neighbourhoods within their larger environments and really examine what it feels like to live there. I stand on street corners for hours to observe the area. For example, in The Beach we see people with thousand-dollar strollers like Bugaboos, we see young families moving in and making great use of the parks and recreational facilities. As a father of two, I appreciate the value of that — a neighbourhood that is changing rapidly and becoming more and more user-friendly. When I see that happening, I know it has all the elements to be a great neighbourhood. I see a hub where people want to live because it has an intimate community feel within the big city.

NCG: How does a neighbourhood’s vibe — particularly ones as distinctive as Danforth Village and The Beach — flavour a new condominium being developed there?

ZM: A development in a neighbourhood such as Danforth Village or The Beach requires a balance in the design of the

building; we want architecture that amazes but respects its surroundings. When we move into a neighbourhood, we want to be part of it! We want it to be as though we have always been there, and at the same time have an exciting/ distinctive element(s). It is a careful balance that is striking but not overpowering.

Other elements in the process, such as naming of a project, is very important as it must embody the nature of the environment we are trying to create. For example, when naming our project in Danforth Village we decided to name it “Canvas,” as the name denotes exactly what it may become; a blank canvas for each and every resident.

Purchasers have the opportunity to create their lives, really design a home to call their own. With WestBeach, we coined the phrase and envisioned the beginning of this community. Just like Miami has a South Beach, Toronto has its very own “WestBeach.” This stretch of Queen Street has amazing amenities and is definitely the go-to spot in the summer.

NCG: What’s the next hot area to watch for?

ZM: This city has many “hidden gems” that are on the cusp of establishing a strong, individual identity. Neighbourhoods that have older roots are beginning to sprout once more to create that new community feel. I, personally, am a believer in “The Avenues” – locations such as The Junction, South Etobicoke, the Upper Beach, Little India on Gerrard, and Danforth Village. These neighbourhoods will become more than places to just live, but genuine destinations for Torontonians to venture out to and to call “home.”

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By: The Gupta Group City: Vaughan This pair of towers will be the first 50plus storey condo in the city, and will be a commanding presence in downtown Vaughan. Register now to stay informed. theincona.com

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By: Plaza City: Vaughan GTA’s newest downtown address across from the new TTC subway station. Towns starting from the high $650’s. pureplaza.com

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WESTBEACH CONDOMINIUMS By: Marlin Spring City: Toronto Coming soon, WestBeach Condominiums embraces the feel of the neighbourhood in a sleek, contemporary package. Register now.

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PLAZA MIDTOWN By: Plaza City: Toronto One- to three-bedroom condo suites, plus two- and three-bedroom towns coming soon. Register now to stay informed.

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previews and registration VIA BLOOR 2 By: Tridel City: Toronto Following overwhelming response and impressive sales success at phase one, Tridel is now releasing Via Bloor 2. Register now to stay informed.

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new releases and grand openings HEARTWOOD By: Fieldgate Urban & Hullmark Developments Ltd. City: The Beach, Toronto New six-storey boutique residence of 43 exclusive suites coming to The Beach. New suite designs. Construction starting soon.

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HOME By: Great Gulf & Hullmark Developments City: Toronto Sales centre now open! Located at the corner of Power and Adelaide, "home" will consist of two highrise towers, with amenities focused on artistry and innovation. homeonpower.com

AQUABELLA By: Tridel & Hines City: Toronto Luxurious Terrace Collection now available at Bayside’s newest condo, Aquabella. Suites from 1,767 to over 4,000 sq. ft. tridel.com

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By: Cresford Developments City: Toronto A striking new condo is coming to Yonge and College, inspired by the look and luxury of Baccarat. Register now.

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By: Camrost Felcorp City: Toronto A new release of spacious two- and threebedroom luxury suites and townhomes.

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By: ELAD Canada City: Toronto Enjoy life above it all, in the Fairview Mall community, steps from the Don Mills subway.

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By: Metropia City: Toronto Now open! Condo residences and townhomes coming soon, where The Annex and Yorkville meet. ayccondos.com

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Grid Condos 416-477-4743 • from $250,000 17K Garrison Point garrisonpoint.ca • from $250,000 13N The Barrington Condominiums Flats 416-410-4444 • from $455,000 12H Howard Park 2 416-873-0989 • from $349,000 9L The Upper House Condos in Leaside 416-425-1800 from $350,000 18D Alter 416-645-4599 • from $700,000 16J The PJ 416-596-1600 • from $300,000 15L Yorkville Park mintoyorkvillepark.com • • from $420,000 14J Zigg Condos 416-545-0223 • • from $1300,000 14J Zigg Condos 416-545-0223 • • from $1300,000 14J Yorkville Private Estates 416-484-4371 • • from $2500,000 14J Teahouse 416-861-1111 • from $241,000 16K Aqualina at Bayside Toronto 416-514-2710 • from $336,000 18M Aquavista at Bayside Toronto 416-514-2710 • from $814,000 18M Aquabella Bayside Toronto tridel.com • from $1200,000 18M 11 Wellesley 416-861-1111 • from $435,000 15J Riverside Square 416-466-4466 • from $200,000 19L Monde 416-466-8885 • from $340,000 17M Liberty Central by the Lake - Phase One 416-537-0047 • from $370,000 11F The Selby theselbycondos.com • 16J The Rosedale on Bloor 416-928-9997 • from $220,000 16I The Brant Park 416-368-5262 • from $835,000 14M Enigma on the Park 416-516-1551 • from $236,000 9L Citylights on Broadway 416-546-6605 • from $320,000 14D East Fiftyfive 416-861-9559 • from $322,000 17L 609 Avenue Road 609avenue.com • from $600,000 14G 609 Avenue Road 609avenue.com • from $600,000 14G 2221 Yonge 647-350-2221 • from $320,000 14D On The Danforth onthedanforthcondo.com • from $251,000 23G Liberty Central by the Lake Two 416-537-0047 • • from $320,000 12N Schoolhouse 416-979-1333 • from $900,000 13I Art Shoppe Condos artshoppecondos.com • from $200,000 14D Distinction Condos 416-489-6444 • from $360,000 14D Distinction Condos 416-489-6444 • from $360,000 14D J Davis House 647-343-3270 • • from $320,000 15F J Davis House jdavishouse.com • • from $320,000 15F One Eleven Condominiums & Lofts 647-351-4111 • from $300,000 13M One Eleven Condominiums & Lofts 647-351-4111 • from $300,000 13M One Bloor Residences 416-922-0081 • from $580,000 15I Seventy Seven Charles Yorkville 416-203-7034 • from $2100,000 14J Ivory On Adelaide 647-341-1731 • from $510,000 17L 158 Front Condominiums 158front.com • from $290,000 17L Exhibit 416-967-7778 • from $560,000 14I Exhibit 416-967-7778 • 14I Exhibit 416-967-7778 • 14I The Urban Townhome Collection 416-277-6695 • from $2500,000 15K The Pinnacle on Adelaide 416-596-1600 • from $367,000 15M Bisha Hotel & Residences 416-637-2211 • from $300,000 16M 88 Scott 416-216-8588 • from $500,000 17M Riverhouse at the Old Mill 416-766-7343 • from $500,000 5L Two Old Mill 416-645-7022 • from $1762,000 5L RCM I on University 647-351-9247 • from $515,000 14M The Berwick 416-922-9425 from $536,000 14E The Mercer 416-597-6940 • from $440,000 15M Imperial Plaza 647-346-3799 • from $386,000 15I Cumberland Tower - Yorkville Plaza II 416-966-3003 • from $350,000 15I The Foxbar Collection at Blue Diamond thefoxbar.ca • • from $900,000 15I Studio on Richmond 647-352-7736 • from $300,000 15M Tableau Condominiums 416-591-8887 • • from $450,000 15L Tableau Condominiums 416-591-8887 • • from $350,000 15L Tableau Condominiums 416-591-8887 • • from $350,000 15L The Bond Condominiums 416-546-7525 • • from $409,000 15G L Tower 416-777-2533 • from $490,000 17L Perspective Condos 416-242-3500 from $300,000 4H Neon 416-987-7878 • from $400,000 14D 1000 Bay 416-485-3000 • 15J 90 Niagara 416-981-0036 from $410,000 14O James 416-214-9900 from $317,000 14O SIXTY Colborne 416-601-0060 • from $496,000 16L SIXTY Colborne 416-598-7775 • from $300,000 16L Upper Beach Townes 416-693-7500 • from $551,000 24G The Massey Tower 416-966-0197 • • from $332,000 16L Canary District Condominiums 416-603-7576 • from $335,000 18L Canary Park Condominiums 416-603-7576 • from $242,000 18L TEN93 Queen West 905-326-4100 • from $280,000 12F TEN93 Queen West 416-546-6355 • from $380,000 12F Epic pureplaza.com • from $351,000 12F Smart House 416-292-0219 • from $442,000 15L Smart House 416-292-0219 • from $472,000 15L Duke Condos junctionlife.ca from $290,000 8K King Charlotte 416-368-5262 • from $435,000 15M Theatre Park 416-368-5262 • from $1990,000 16M Form tridel.com 15L Empire Midtown empiremidtowncondo.com • from $300,000 10F Eight Cumberland 8cumberland.ca • from $400,000 15I Eight Cumberland 8cumberland.ca • from $400,000 15I St. Lawrence Condos stlawrencecondos.ca • from $280,000 17L YSL 416-483-3000 • 16K The Wyatt Condominium Suites 416-955-0559 • from $220,000 18J Via Bloor 2 tride.com • 17I

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tridel.com • from $1200,000 16E

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416-514-2710

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416-514-2710

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416-499-8883

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416-221-3939

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416-537-0047

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The Craftsman

craftsmancondos.com from $310,000 21N

2

THE DANIELS CORPORATION

Olivia Marie Gardens

905-874-8880

3

CASTLERIDGE HOMES

The Clairington

905-793-0002 • from $230,000 16E

3

PINNACLE INTERNATIONAL

The Marquee Townhomes on the Park

4

CONSERVATORY GROUP

Mirage

905-232-2400 • from $260,000 20K

5

AMACON

Block Nine

905-273-9333 • from $200,000 20L

6

MATTAMY HOMES

The Residences of Creekshore Common mattamyhomes.com

7

SYMMETRY DEVELOPMENTS

Lake & East Condominium Residences

9

EMPIRE COMMUNITIES

Empire Rain and Senses

905-845-7246 • 17Q

10 AMACON

The Residences at Parkside Village

905-273-9333 • 21K

11 ADI DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Station West

11 ADI DEVELOPMENT GROUP

The West Condominiums at Stationwest adidevelopments.com • from $190,000 5N

12 SPALLACCI HOMES

101 Locke Condos

13 GREAT GULF

The Chelsea

14 PEMBERTON GROUP

Rosedale Village Golf & Country Club

15 ADI DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Link2 Condos+Lofts

905-592-2028 • from $225,000 5M

16 VANDYK GROUP OF COMPANIES

Windows on the Green

905-822-3333 from $410,000 19N

17 PEMBERTON GROUP

Downtown Erin Mills Condominiums

905-630-6300 • from $320,000 18M

17 PEMBERTON GROUP

Downtown Erin Mills Condominiums Tower 2 905-603-6300 • from $320,000 18M

17 PEMBERTON GROUP

Mills Square

19 METROLY DEVELOPMENTS

The 6ixth

the6ixthtowns.com • from $300,000 16P

20 CARRIAGE GATE HOMES

The Berkeley Downtown Burlington

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21 VALERY HOMES

Royal Connaught Phase II

royalconnaught.com • from $300,000 5N

21 SPALLACCI HOMES

Royal Connaught Phase II

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30 PINNACLE INTERNATIONAL

Pinnacle Grand Park 2

905-276-3981 • from $266,000 20L

30 PINNACLE INTERNATIONAL

Pinnacle Grand Park

905-276-3981 • from $300,000 20L

34 PINNACLE INTERNATIONAL

Pinnacle Uptown

905-568-9000 • from $300,000 19K

47 THE DANIELS CORPORATION

ARC Daniels Erin Mills

905-306-6996 • from $300,000 17M

• from $200,000 14K

905-568-9000 • from $720,000 20K

• from $406,000 14R

lakeandeast.com • from $350,000 16S

adidevelopments.com • from $200,000 5N

101lockecondos.com

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LIBERTY DEVELOPMENT CORP.

Cosmos III Condominiums

cosmoscondos.ca • 6G

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ROYAL PINE HOMES

Hampton Place

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GERANIUM HOMES

Vista Flats and Towns at Cardinal Point

3

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Varley

905-604-1477 • from $550,000 19F

4

TRIDEL CORPORATION

Renaissance of Richmond Hill

416-736-9500 • from $795,000 14E

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Grand Cornell Brownstones in Markham

6

ARMOUR HEIGHTS DEVELOPMENTS

The Sorrento

8

WYVIEW GROUP

Unionville gardens

9

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Indigo Condiminiums

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10 GREAT LANDS CORP.

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11 DUKA DEVELOPMENTS

Oggi Boutique Townhomes

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15 GERANIUM HOMES

Pace on Main

16 PODIUM DEVELOPMENTS

University Studios

17 REMINGTON GROUP

York Condos Downtown Markham

905-948-9900 • from $650,000 1&F

31 PEMBERTON GROUP

Sky City

905-709-5700 • from $300,000 12F

31 PEMBERTON GROUP

Sky City 2

905-709-5700 • from $350,000 12F

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Royal Gardens

905-889-9997 • from $303,000 15F

32 SIGNATURE COMMUNITIES

TAO Boutique Condos

905-597-2535 • from $364,000 15F

34 SIERRA HOMES

68 Main Street

905-305-0822 • from $250,000 21E

40 NOVA TRIMAX

Allegra

905-850-6866 • from $200,000 1F

41 QUADCAM DEVELOPMENT GROUP INC

Vista Parc Condominiums

905-850-8883 • from $200,000 3F

43 G GROUP DEVELOPMENT/GUIZZETTI CORPORATION

Grand Palace

905-907-4370 • from $250,000 12E

43 G GROUP DEVELOPMENT/GUIZZETTI CORPORATION

Grand Palace Phase I

905-907-4370 • 12E

43 G GROUP DEVELOPMENT/GUIZZETTI CORPORATION

Grand Palace Phase II

905-907-4370 • from $250,000 12E

44 LIBERTY DEVELOPMENT CORP.

Centro Square Condos

905-851-8887 • 5F

45 KYLEMORE COMMUNITIES

The 6th Angus Glen

46 PLAZA

The Met

47 TREASURE HILL HOMES

Urban Town Living in Pickering

treasurehill.com

48 THE GUPTA GROUP

Icona Condominiums

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Lindvest - Super Sonic

39

Madison Group - Nobu Toronto

51

Marlin Spring - West Beach

57

Mattamy Homes - Vita On The Lake

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Cresford Development Corp. - CASA II

IBC

Menkes Developments Inc. - 365 Church

Insert

Cresford Development Corp. - CASA III

IBC

Menkes Developments Inc. - 87 Peter

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Menkes Developments Inc. - Fleur

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Cresford Development Corp. - Corporate

80

Cresford Development Corp. - Halo Residences on Yonge

IBC

Menkes Developments Inc. - Harbour Plaza

Insert

Cresford Development Corp. - The Clover on Yonge

IBC

Menkes Developments Inc. - The Eglinton Yonge at Heart

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Cresford Development Corp. - VOX

IBC

Mikey Young At Heart - Promo

52

Dundee Kilmer Developments - Canary Block Condominiums

37

Pemberton Group - Corporate

13

ELAD Canada - The Peak Emerald City

49

Pemberton Group - Time and Space Condominiums

7

Family of magazines - Promo

77

Pemberton Group - Yonge Parc

6

Focalpoint - Promo

64

Pinnacle International - Pinnacle Etobicoke

3

Great Gulf - Home Power + Adelaide

5

Plaza - Corporate

31

Lamb Development Corp. - East Fiftyfive

19

Plaza - Plaza Midtown

30-31

Lamb Development Corp. - The Harlowe

53

The Daniels Corporation - Corporate

Insert

Lamb Development Corp. - Wellington House

43

The Daniels Corporation - Daniels City Centre

Lanterra Developments - Model Suite of the Month

65

The Daniels Corporation - Lighthouse East Tower Condominium Residences

Liberty Development Corp. - Legacy Park

26

Tribute Communities - Stanley

61

Liberty Development Corp. - Royal Gardens

26

Tridel Corporation - Via Bloor

IFC

Liberty Development Corp. - Wish Condos

27

Urban Capital - Harris Square

47

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26

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23

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