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Step 1: Find a home builder IF YOU’RE SHOPPING FOR A NEW HOME, there are many measures for

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finding just the right one. To some buyers, the right home starts with price, while for others it’s location, and of course, there’s the home itself – all important criteria. Buyers of brand-new homes should also add home builder to their list.

The GTA is bursting with new development. Find out who is building what and where, and ensure your high standards are met in every respect.

So, how to find the right home builder?

Separate the wheat from the chaff, so to speak, by seeking out the winning builders and their developments – literally.

Recently, the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) honoured achievements in planning, design, sales, marketing and city building across 51 categories at the 37th Annual BILD Awards. This is a good place to start your search.

As opposed to a resale purchase, buyers of brand new homes often purchase from plans, with the hopes that this concept community will materialize in the near future. Buying from a reputable home builder is key to your dream-home coming true.

There’s so much choice in the GTA, whether you seek a compact downtown condo or a sprawling suburban estate – potentially by an award-winning home builder, which makes you, the homebuyer, the real winner.

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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).

VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford DIRECTOR OF SALES

Moe Lalani

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 DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Jennifer Reynolds SENIOR EDITOR

Lydia McNutt ART DIRECTOR

Daiana Garay

CONDO PRO

BARBARA LAWLOR Barbara Lawlor 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 EXECUTIVE

STAT CHAT

Nina Downs nina.downs@ypnexthome.ca

BEN MYERS Ben Myers is senior vice-president of market research and analytics at Fortress Real Developments. Follow his blog posts and commentary on the Canadian housing market at fortressrealdevelopments.com/news or follow him on Twitter at @BenMyers29.

SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATOR

Terry Bassett

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Helen Pearce PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

INSIDER INSIGHT

DEBBIE COSIC

Sandra Hanak-Vujnovic GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Miguel Cea

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

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WestBeach: Destined to help define Toronto property profile

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14 MORE +PHOTOS +VIDEOS +ADVICE +INSPIRATION +TRENDING

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LOOK FOR THE CIRCLE

Back to the future with Daniels at Mississauga City Centre

Condo market

Condo sales up 73 per cent, inventory hits 15-year low

22 Housing market

Average GTA home price up 25 per cent, to $921K

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24 Home builder news

Mattamy and Tridel named GTA’s top builders at annual BILD Awards

26 Industry awards trending

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Wesley Tower

GTA’s top builders and projects honoured at annual BILD Awards

28 Housing market

Overall “problematic” conditions, despite some housing markets showing signs of improvement

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30 Affordability

Fair Housing Plan not helping housing shortage: RESCON

34 On display

Menkes is participating in the Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival

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Insider insight

A sales brokerage’s report card on Ontario’s new housing policies

by Debbie Cosic

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Housing starts

More shovels in the ground as Canadian housing starts increase in April

44 Mississauga waterfront Draft plan offers sneak peek at the future of Port Credit

54 Development

Fortress sells two development sites, townhomes coming soon to supply-constrained GTA

advice

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BILD report

Government plan addresses symptoms of, not solutions to housing supply shortage

by Brian Tuckey

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News & views

Priced out of the hot housing market? Here’s what not to do

by Lydia McNutt

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Stat chat

Record sales in Toronto’s condo market, as new supply lags

by Ben Myers

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Legally speaking

Five steps to home ownership

by Jayson Schwarz

40 Condo pro

Spring into condo gardening

by Barbara Lawlor

42 Fundamentally speaking

Thank goodness for the housing sector

by Wayne Karl

62 Make your move How to prepare for moving day

by Chuck Resnick

inspiration

48 Style file

The bathroom experience

in every issue

02 Editors’ note 04 Contributors 08 What’s online 66 Hot properties 905

Previews, new releases and grand openings in the 905

by Tania Richardson

52 Must-have

Party like a pineapple

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Hot properties 416

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Advertiser index

by Elisa Krovblit

56 Designer advice

From Han to eternity

by Jane Lockhart

60 Gift guide

Previews, new releases and grand openings in the 416

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Gifts for Mother’s Day, or any day!

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Advice | BILD REPORT

Government plan addresses symptoms of, not solutions to housing supply shortage

By Bryan Tuckey

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THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT recently

announced its plan to deal with our housing crisis in the GTA, something BILD has been calling for, for many months. Unfortunately, the plan doesn’t do enough to address the main causes of our lack of new housing supply.

The government’s plan does little to tackle the fundamental issue that not enough new housing, and not the right mix of housing, is being built to meet consumer demand or the housing needs of the GTA. Instead, the measures announced focus largely on the symptoms of our housing problems.

The overall health of our housing market relies on an adequate supply of new housing to meet demand.

Each month builders bring product to the market for buyers to purchase. We track the status of this new housing supply and measure how much inventory is available at the end of the month. By looking at this available inventory, we can see if supply is meeting demand.

BILD has been tracking this information steadily for more than 15 years, and in recent years we have seen a frightening drop in inventory levels, with each month setting a new record low for available supply.

In the last year, we’ve witnessed supply drop by half. According to Altus Group, BILD’s official source for new-home market intelligence, the number of new homes available to buyers in builder inventories fell from 21,006 at the end of March 2016 to 12 YPNEXTHOME.CA

10,153 homes last month.

The scarcity of new housing inventory is a direct reflection of how difficult it is to bring product to the market. The hurdles builders face keep growing. The government’s new plan holds few tangible measures to deal with the many systematic barriers limiting supply, such as the excessive red tape around approvals and getting permits, out-of-date zoning bylaws, and the lack of infrastructure needed to make land developable.

The government’s plan also does little to address or even acknowledge that a critical root cause of our current housing challenges is the disconnect between market demand for lowrise single-family homes and the Province’s policies requiring higher-density development.

The industry is building to the province’s intensification policy, and we are building and selling far fewer detached, semi-detached

and townhomes than we were a decade ago, but demand for those lowrise homes hasn’t declined.

Since intensification policy was introduced, the available supply of lowrise homes has taken a nosedive.

A decade ago, there were 17,854 new lowrise homes available in builder inventories. At the end of last month, there were only 932.

The inventory numbers are painting a very clear picture. Not enough new housing and not the right mix of housing is being built to keep up with consumer demand or our housing needs.

Bryan Tuckey is President and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and is 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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Property Profile | WESLEY TOWER

Back to the future with Daniels at Mississauga City Centre Wesley Tower will introduce new residential opportunities THE DANIELS CORPORATION, a

trail-blazer in city- and communitybuilding, is getting ready to introduce its newest condominium to Mississauga’s City Centre. A 40-storey residential tower situated at Confederation Parkway and City Centre Drive, Wesley Tower will offer outstanding residential opportunities in one of the most convenient, sought-after locations in the Greater Toronto Area. The iconic, 23-acre, master-planned, mixeduse community offers spectacular residential opportunities and one-ofa-kind proximity to an enviable array of local amenities.

The new condominium is steps to Square One, the largest mall in Ontario. And just down the road, a dynamic YMCA offers recreational opportunities for the whole family.

Award-winning Celebration Square is a transformative site that hosts exciting events and festivals throughout the year and an ice rink in winter. Then there’s the Mississauga Living Arts Centre, where hundreds of performing arts, educational, community and corporate events and activities take place each year.

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Wesley Tower will offer outstanding residential opportunities in one of the most convenient, sought-after locations in the Greater Toronto Area Daniels City Centre is also home to a three-acre public park, striking public art and a central mews for pedestrians to get around. Mississauga Transit and GO Transit are handy, as are Hwys.

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Location, location, location is definitely a sensation for Wesley Tower. Designed by Rafael & Bigauskas Architects, the residence will take its place in Daniels’ architecturally award-winning community. Daniels established the first master-planned community here in 2004 with The Capital Condominiums, and today, the cityscape is lined with unique buildings including the gargoylefestooned One Park Tower and Limelight Condominiums with its glowing green rooftops.

Wesley Tower interiors by Figure 3 include family-friendly amenities ranging from an all-encompassing gym to kids’ play spaces, co-working

areas and a gorgeous outdoor terrace. Choose from well-appointed one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plusden, two-bedroom, two-bedroomplus-den and three-bedroom suites.

For the best chance to purchase, registrants can join the Daniels City Centre Inner Circle. Membership entitles you to be among the first to purchase, with an invitation to Daniels’ Preview Event including the First Advance Sale before the general public. Inner Circle members will have the most comprehensive selection of suites, floors and views to choose from. 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.

Named the 2016 and 2017 High Rise Builder of the Year at the Tarion Homeowners’ Choice Awards, The Daniels Corporation (visit online at danielshomes.ca) is one of Canada’s

preeminent builders/developers, building more than 27,000 new homes 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. Committed to community, Daniels offers innovative programs that help people achieve home ownership, champions neighbourhood initiatives that enhance quality of life, and supports numerous charities and non-profit organizations.

“Love Where You Live” is much more than a buzz phrase for Daniels, a premier builder in Mississauga and across the GTA. To find out more about Wesley Tower or to join the Inner Circle, register at DanielsCityCentre.com or call 905.819.8889.

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Advice | NEWS & VIEWS

Priced out of the hot housing market? Here’s what not to do

By Lydia McNutt

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WITH STEADILY DECREASING housing affordability – according to popular opinion, as well as official sources like RBC Economics and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

(CMHC) – there’s no shortage of tips out there on how to save up for a home. Hopeful homebuyers find themselves the targets of a steady stream of advice, including how to save more and spend less, complete with suggestions of different housing types at lower price points, and “coming soon” communities in the nether regions that might be within your price range. These are all potentially good and feasible options for maximizing your available funds. But ultimately, if you can’t comfortably afford to buy that home, the choice should be clear.

To those who find themselves unable to buy in this hot housing market, “Don’t do it,” says Brian Brown, vice-president of Lifetime Developments. He admits it’s surprising advice, particularly coming from a real estate developer. “It’s the advice I give my kids when they want to buy a toy they can’t afford.”

Now, let’s be careful not to take Brown’s unhesitating words out of context. Real estate has historically been a good investment and, barring any major catastrophe, will probably continue to be one in the long-term – that is, if you can manage to get your foot in the door.

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“The biggest threat to our strong real estate market, and local economy, is a generation of buyers who, in pursuit of the housing dream, throw caution to the wind, assume a crippling mortgage, and take on more debt than they can handle.” commonplace in housing markets like Toronto and Vancouver. Each of these cities has experienced incredulous rates of price growth, and both display signs of “price sprawl” into suburban areas and even further, into neighbouring cities.

To that effect, CMHC released a report earlier this year, exploring how house prices in Toronto impact surrounding areas. According to the report, a one-per-cent increase in Toronto home prices would lead to a 1.4-per-cent price change in Hamilton within one year. Guess it’s not so bad, being TO’s little brother – unless you’re a prospective homebuyer.

So, what to do about housing unaffordability?

Last summer, the BC government implemented the 15-per-cent foreign buyers’ tax, and Vancouver resale prices have since eased somewhat.

Then in October, Ottawa intervened with tighter mortgage qualification rules nation-wide. And just last

month, the Ontario government announced its 16-point Fair Housing Plan, all in an effort to cool the runaway housing market. Only time will tell if these measures will have the desired, long-term outcome.

In the meantime, Brown offers some words of wisdom: “Be disciplined. Be prudent. Be responsible,” he says. “The biggest threat to our strong real estate market, and local economy, is a generation of buyers who, in pursuit of the housing dream, throw caution to the wind, assume a crippling mortgage, and take on more debt than they can handle.”

Lydia McNutt is an award-winning writer and 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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Everything a home should be.

The Pemberton difference. It begins with building in the GTA’s most coveted locations.

From there, we bring together design creativity, superb craftsmanship, quality features and outstanding amenities. It’s through this process we develop communities that go beyond the standard. Reinventing the way you live, one community at time.

That’s the Pemberton difference.

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You call it your favourite restaurant.

Advice | STAT CHAT

Record sales in Toronto's condo market, as new supply lags

By Ben Myers

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THERE WERE 9,866 NEW CONDO

apartment sales in the Greater Toronto Area in the first quarter of 2017, according to Altus Data Solutions. This marks the highest first-quarter total in 15 years. A total of 7,769 units were launched for sale in the GTA market between January and March, as demand continues to far exceed supply. As a result, unsold developer inventory has declined by 49 per cent annually from 18,119 units a year ago, to under 10,000 units today.

There will be much debate in the coming months about the Ontario government’s new Fair Housing Plan, and its ultimate impact on the new condominium market. Ontario Minister of Finance Charles Sousa expressed concern about “property scalpers” buying units with the intent of assigning them before the completion of a building. Sousa wants to ensure they are paying the land transfer tax and the capital gains tax. Assignments haven’t been that prevalent over the past five years as transaction costs remain high, and the growth in rental rates has enticed investors to rent out their units.

Speaking of rental rates, anothermarket cooling measure implemented as part of the Fair Housing Plan is expanded rent control. Landlords have to abide by the Ontario Rent

Increase Guideline, the maximum a landlord can increase most tenants’ rent during a year without the approval of the Landlord and Tenant Board. In 2017, that rate is just 1.5 per cent, and the province has set the maximum at 2.5 per cent moving forward. It is conceivable that many pre-construction condominium investors will not be pleased with this announcement, as it could erode their potential rental returns.

As a result, they may choose to stop investing in rental real estate.

Fortress didn’t see an immediate slowdown, as we launched a new condominium development with our partner Lamb Development Corp., called Wellington House, on the weekend following the Fair Housing Plan announcement. There was no slowdown in activity, as a frenzy of buyers lined up outside the sales office in anticipation of another highdesign project by Toronto’s condo king and “starchitect” Peter Clewes.

It is quite possible that renters will

now feel much more comfortable renting a unit, knowing that they won’t be saddled with an obscene annual jump in their lease rate. Rent control may actually increase the supply of tenants, boosting the initial rental rate a landlord can achieve, further giving incentive for an investor to buy a new condominium.

Time will tell which of these two competing factors ultimately prevails.

In the meantime, unsold supply remains at a multi-year low and it will take months, if not years, before supply returns to a balanced state in the GTA new condo market, despite the cooling measures announced by the government.

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

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Condos fly off the shelves, sales up 73 per cent Inventory down 61 per cent, hits 15-year low THERE WERE 9,932 NEW CONDO apartments sold in the GTA in the first quarter 2017, up 73 per cent year-overyear and marking a new quarterly high, according to Toronto condo market research firm Urbanation. The boost in sales is thanks to record demand and double the condo launches versus in 2016. A total of 6,293 new units were launched for pre-sale in the first quarter of 2017, compared to 3,061 units in the same period one year ago.

Meanwhile, inventory of unsold condos in development plunged by 61 per cent annually to 6,481 units — the lowest level of the past 15-year condo boom.

With only 2.5 months of inventory on the market, new launches would need to substantially outweigh sales going forward to bring the market into a balanced state of 10 months.

Price per sq. ft.

$733 $608 $694

Average newly launched condo in the 416

Average newly launched condo in the 905

GTA average, up five per cent year-over-year

A record 94 per cent of units in development were presold in Q1-17, up from 86 per cent in 2016 and 84 per cent in 2015. A total of 80 projects became completely sold out during the quarter, more than three times the number of projects that sold out during the same period a year ago (25). Among projects with remaining inventory, there were on average 25 unsold units, with a median level of 10 available units per project. Both figures are half what they were two years ago.

New condo apartments far surpassed resales in the first three months of 2017, which increased 24 per cent year-over-year to 6,203 units. Resale condo activity was restrained by a seven-per-cent annual decline in total listings, at 8,360 units. The ratio of sales-to-listings reached a Q1 high of 74 per cent, up from 56 per cent last year, while the average days on market fell to an all-time low of 15 days, less than half the average (31) in Q1-2016.

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The average resale condo selling price rose 24 per cent annually to $510,000, while the average price per sq. ft. increased by 28 per cent to $598.

Following the recent strength in condo price appreciation, Urbanation notes an increase in resale activity within newly completed buildings, as well as more units re-appearing on the market within shorter time-frames.

Within new projects completed and registered over the past two years, there were 1,059 sales in the first quarter, representing 17 per cent of total resales during the period and growing by 69 per cent year-over-year. Furthermore, 249 resale condos sold for the second time within the past 12 months, up 53 per cent over 2016 figures.

Resale re-appearance Share of condos bought and sold within…

3 months: 0.8% in Q1-17 vs. 0.6% in Q1-16

6 months:

2.1% in Q1-17 vs. 1.6% in Q1-16

12 months:

4% in Q1-17 vs. 3.3% in Q1-16

24 months:

9.4% in Q1-17 vs. 7.2% in Q1-16 “The shortening of holding periods for some condo buyers is an outcome of the rapidly accelerating market,” says Shaun Hildebrand, Urbanation’s senior vice-president.

“Although the share of short-term condo market participants still appears relatively low, it will be important to monitor the situation closely going forward as market conditions evolve.”

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WESTBEACH DESTINED TO HELP DEFINE TORONTO TORONTO IS RENOWNED FOR BEING HOME to a myriad of distinct

neighbourhoods. Cabbagetown, Queen West, Bloor West Village, The Danforth — each a dynamic enclave within the city that has a distinct vibe of its own. Together, they make up the fabric of Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse and vibrant places to visit, and such a wonderful place to live.

Some, like Yorkville, have a decades-long, ever-evolving history. Others, like Liberty Village, emerged not so long ago and quickly rose to prominence.

As our legendary Beach neighbourhood expands west-ward, another neighbourhood awaits discovery — WestBeach.

Between Greenwood and Woodbine, there’s a stretch of Queen Street East that enjoys close proximity to the water, an enormous variety of shops, restaurants and cafés, and incredibly easy access to the downtown core via streetcar or bicycle. It’s not quite Leslieville, not quite the Beach, but is already well established. It’s eclectic and quirky, and practically on top of expansive Woodbine Beach and Woodbine Park. And yet, until now, it had no name of its own.

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Forbes magazine says there are 12 things that “make a neighbourhood truly great,” and WestBeach offers them all: matches your lifestyle; obvious pride of ownership; low crime rate; great schools; abundant outdoor activities; well-established longevity; access to medical care; family-friendliness; close to public transportation; close to shopping and restaurants; vibrant nightlife and entertainment; and walkability.

WestBeach Condominiums, a new community by Marlin Spring, gives residents a fresh, new choice in this exciting neighbourhood. Within

an easy walk, all manner of dining, shopping and recreational options — especially for those who can’t get enough of the outdoors — await.

Queen Street itself is a delight for the urban explorer, with artisan bakeries and charming boutiques, established chains like Starbucks and city legends like Burger’s Priest. Spend a night out catching a concert at the new Live National Concert Venue or a film at Alliance Cinemas, or just enjoying a gelato by twilight. All the services needed to make daily life as breezy as a stroll along the nearby boardwalk are right here too, from florists and dentists to vet clinics and the library.

Dog lovers couldn’t ask for a better location – The Beach is arguably the most dog-friendly neighbourhood in the city, something easily observed from the patio of one of the excellent local brunch spots.

Within its sleek, midrise exterior by the award-winning Graziani & Corazza Architects, WestBeach offers a lifestyle to match its endlessly engaging neighbourhood. An exclusive collection of 89 suites in one-bedroom, one-plus-den, twobedroom and two-plus-den layouts is enhanced by a pet spa, hobby room and fitness centre. A gorgeous rooftop terrace with fire pit, barbecue and dining alcove, and a party lounge with great views of Queen Street along with a dining room, catering kitchen and bar make entertaining a pleasure.

Marlin Spring brings impeccable building principles and leading-edge architecture to the most desirable neighbourhoods in the GTA. Inspired amenities and the highest standards for Green design complement every suite.

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Average GTA home price up 25 per cent, to $921K

NEW LISTINGS WERE UP by double-

digits in the Greater Toronto Area, according to April 2017 figures recently released by the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB). Could this signal a pending shift to a more-balanced housing market?

April saw 21,630 new listings on the MLS System, up 33.6 per cent April 2016. New lowrise listings increased by double-digits across all home types, including detached, semidetached and townhouses. New condo listings held steady.

Total sales in the region were down 3.2 per cent year-over-year, at 11,630 transactions. TREB attributes the decline to Easter’s April arrival in 2017, versus March in 2016, resulting in fewer working days this year.

Historically, most sales are entered into the MLS System on working days, TREB says.

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“The fact that we experienced extremely strong growth in new listings in April means that buyers benefitted from considerably more choice in the marketplace,” says TREB President Larry Cerqua. “It is too early to tell whether the increase in new listings was simply due to households reacting to the strong double-digit price growth reported over the past year, or if some of the increase was also a reaction to the Ontario Government’s recently announced Fair Housing Plan.”

The MLS Home Price Index (HPI) Composite Benchmark Price was up by 31.7 per cent year-over-year in April 2017. Similarly, the average selling price for all home types combined was up by 24.5 per cent to $920,791.

“It was encouraging to see a very strong year-over-year increase in new listings. If new listings growth continues to outpace sales growth moving forward, we will start to see more balanced market conditions. It will likely take a number of months to unwind the substantial pent-up demand that has built over the past two years. Expect annual rates of price growth to remain well-above the rate of inflation as we move through the spring and summer months,” says Jason Mercer, TREB’s director of market analysis.

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Mattamy and Tridel named GTA’s top builders at annual BILD Awards

MATTAMY HOMES LTD. AND TRIDEL

were named Home Builders of the Year by the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) at its annual BILD Awards gala on April 28. Tridel earned the distinction as mid/highrise builder of the year, while title for lowrise went to Mattamy.

The Home Builder of the Year Awards recognize the builders who set the standard for the rest of the industry through their professionalism and dedication to excellence. The winners are leaders in improving the overall image of the industry through their commitment to quality, caring for their customers and staff, and contributing to their community. A key component of the judging process is a customer satisfaction survey completed by the builder’s purchasers.

Mid/High-Rise Home Builder of the Year, Tridel is well known for creating sustainable and energyefficient communities of the highest-quality standards. Tridel condominiums account for a quarter of all residential Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) projects across the GTA and Tridel is the largest LEED certified highrise developer in Canada.

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An innovator in customer care, Tridel offers homebuyers 24-hour access to information about their new homes. They also provide a platform for homeowners to address issues, share ideas and experiences.

In determining this year’s winner, the judges noted, “Tridel is continuously a leader in quality, customer service and sustainability.”

This is the fourth time Tridel has been named the GTA’s Home Builder of the Year. The company won the title in 2004 and 2013, and was the inaugural winner of the Home Builder of the Year Mid/Highrise last year.

Tridel also won this year’s BILD Awards for Best Customer Care and Green Builder of the Year, Mid/ Highrise.

Mattamy Homes, the Lowrise Home Builder of the Year, is recognized as North America’s largest privately owned home builder. The company attributes its success to its dedication to continuous evolution and ongoing innovation, which it sees as essential

in its goal of creating happy homeowners.

An innovator in building energy efficient homes, since 2006 Mattamy Homes has delivered 13,692 homes into NRCAN’s Energy Star new home program, saving homeowners almost $24 million. Most recently, Mattamy was awarded EnerQuality Energy Star Builder Of The Year for its contribution to Energy Star advancement in new home construction.

Through it philanthropic work, Mattamy is actively involved in the communities it helps to create. From initiatives such as its annual Tour de Bleu bicycle ride which has raised more than $6 million for health care facilities in the GTA to sponsoring local youth sports teams, Mattamy is dedicated to building healthy, vibrant communities.

This is the seventh time Mattamy has won Home Builder of Year. The company previously won in 2001, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2014 and 2015.

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BUILDERS & PROJECTS HONOURED THE GTA’S HOME BUILDING AND LAND

development industry recognized its top builders, projects and marketing initiatives at the 37th annual BILD (Building Industry and Land Development) Awards on April 28.

More than 1,200 industry professionals were there to honour achievements in planning, design, sales, marketing and city building across 51 categories. A team of 17 judges from across North America determined the winners from more than 900 submitted entries.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of BILD’s Lifetime Achievement Award to Al Libfeld, principal and co-founder of Tribute Communities. This recognition is the Association’s highest honour and was presented to Libfeld for his contribution to the industry over the past four decades.

Taking home the night’s most prestigious awards for Home Builders of the Year, were Tridel for Mid/ Highrise and Mattamy Homes for Lowrise. (Read more on page 24.)

The coveted People’s Choice Award, determined by members of the public through online voting, was awarded to Tridel for its Aquabella development. Aquabella is a resort destination in the city that will come to life on Toronto’s waterfront.

The building is uniquely designed to follow the contours of the lake, boasting vast panoramas from its grand terraces.

“People’s Choice is a unique award because it is the public who decide the winner,” says BILD President and CEO Bryan Tuckey. “The projects that competed for this year’s title showcased the best in city building and demonstrated how the industry is providing a wide range of housing options for GTA homebuyers.”

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For community building, BILD has two categories for outstanding projects that embody the Province’s smart growth principles: Best New Community (Planned/Under Development) for a project currently planned or under construction; and Best New Community (Built) which recognizes a completed project.

Rockport Group won Best New Community (Planned/Under Development) for Weston Common. The development will create a vibrant community hub in Toronto’s Weston neighbourhood, an area that has not seen significant development in 40 years.

For its work in Downtown Markham, the Remington Group won the award for Best New Community (Built). Emphasizing sustainability and neighbourhood integration, Remington’s Downtown Markham includes features such as green roofs, pedestrian-only promenades and an innovative storm water management system.

Laurier Homes’ Kingswood, a 705-sq.-ft. corner suite featuring a clever

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1. The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Al Libfeld (right), principal and co-founder of Tribute Communities, pictured with BILD President and CEO Bryan Tuckey (left)

2. Winners of Best Logo for Mid/Highrise – Montana Steele Advertising

3. Tridel team with their Awards

4 layout that optimizes the use of internal space, won Best Innovative Suite Design. This award recognizes excellence in the design of a condo suite that increases options for first-time homebuyers.

The Briarwood by Arista Homes took home the award for Best Innovative Home Design, which recognizes cutting-edge design in lowrise that increase options for entry-level consumers. The design features a blend of commercial and living space, giving buyers the option to live and work from home.

The Rockport Group won the award for Best Midrise Building design for George Condos + Town, which combines aesthetic appeal, creativity, neighbourhood integration and optimal use of land.

For outstanding leadership in Green building, Tridel was named Green Builder of Year, Mid/Highrise and Minto Communities was named Green Builder of the Year, Lowrise.

Project of the Year, Tridel’s Aquabella development on Toronto’s waterfront was selected as the Mid/Highrise Project of the Year while Lowrise title went to

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Geranium and Pemberton Group for the Friday Harbour development on Lake Simcoe.

The award for Best Overall Marketing Campaign went to the team of CentreCourt Developments, LA Inc. and Brandon Communications for their campaign for Axis.

“Congratulations to all the winners on their tremendous achievements,” Tuckey says. “I’m proud to see so many quality projects coming to the market despite the increasing challenges builders and developers are facing.”

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Overall “problematic” conditions, despite some housing markets showing signs of improvement

CONDITIONS IN CANADA’S HOUSING markets are showing some signs of

improvement, but Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) continues to warn of “strong evidence of problematic conditions.”

CMHC’s quarterly Housing Market Assessment reports offer both expert and impartial insight and analysis, based on the best data available in Canada. This report acts as an early warning system for the country’s housing markets – an important tool supporting financial and housing market stability.

CMHC REPORTS... » Strong evidence of problematic conditions » Evidence of overvaluation at the national level has been downgraded from strong to moderate. It is now present in six centres instead of eight. » Evidence of overvaluation has increased from a moderate rating to strong in Victoria, as fundamentals are not keeping up with higher prices. There is also moderate evidence of price acceleration and overheating, leading to strong overall evidence of problematic conditions. » Conditions have improved in Regina, Montréal and Québec relative to home prices. » Overbuilding has from to six centres, from the previous eight. » In Moncton and St. John’s, the supply of homes is adjusting to the demand. » Toronto and Hamilton continue to face price acceleration, overvaluation and overheating. Price growth has intensified and demand is outpacing supply in the rental, resale and new home markets.

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» Vancouver’s housing market continues to show strong evidence of problematic conditions due to moderate evidence of price acceleration and strong evidence of overvaluation. » Markets in the Prairies continue to show moderate to strong evidence of overbuilding.

CMHC defines “problematic conditions” as imbalances in the housing market. Imbalances occur when overbuilding, overvaluation, overheating and price acceleration – or combinations thereof – stray significantly from historical averages.

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Fair Housing Plan not helping housing shortage: RESCON ONTARIO’S FAIR HOUSING PLAN

does not do enough to address the housing supply crisis currently at issue in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, warns Richard Lyall, president of the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON), an organization representing more than 200 of Ontario’s residential builders.

“We all want to see an improved situation for homeowners, newhome buyers and renters,” Lyall says. “But the Plan’s 16 initiatives will tighten the market for all forms of shelter, which will make finding a new home or rental even harder.”

Here’s why:

1. The Fair Housing Plan will cool investment in purpose-built rentals.

Thousands of units now will not be built. The Wynne government’s new rental control will impede builders’ ability to construct purpose-built rentals – which means it will be harder to increase housing supply in the coming years.

“We have already heard of purpose-built rental projects being shelved after [the Wynne government’s] announcement,” Lyall says. “And while the government’s $25-million-per-year development charge rebate will provide incentive to build rental properties, this figure requires perspective: for a rapidly growing province of 13.6 million people, this is just a drop in the bucket.”

According to Lyall, well over $10 billion worth of all forms of shelter will be needed each year for 10 years to meet growing demand.

2. More red tape? It already causes three-year waits for Toronto condo owners.

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One of the biggest problems that extends new-home buyers’ waiting times is a very slow approvals process, Lyall says. This keeps buyers out of newly purchased condo suites in Toronto, for example, for up to three years because of extended wait times for building and planning approvals, according to research by RESCON and the University of Toronto.

“Red tape makes a tangible impact on the lives of homebuyers, according to our research,” Lyall says. “The government should streamline the regulatory process so that we can increase the supply that’s desperately needed here.”

3. Housing supply continues to worsen, as 100,000 people come to the GTHA every year.

“People are scrambling to find shelter. They need deep pockets to purchase a new home or pay for temporary shelter costs. Meanwhile, builders are running out of serviced land to build on, and the new housing inventory has fallen by about 50 per cent since last year,” Lyall says. “We need the government’s proposed Housing Supply Team to start work immediately, or the market will hit fever pitch again this year.”

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Advice | LEGALLY SPEAKING

5 steps to home ownership

By Jayson Schwarz

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HERE YOU ARE, getting ready to embark on your new life and what may be the largest single purchase that you will ever make. “Where do I start?” you ask yourself.

Don’t be afraid, take your time, and do your research.

1. First things first, identify the area you like, the desirable amenities nearby, and perhaps more importantly, the undesirables that could affect your buying decision.

What do I mean? An old dump, for example, or anything else you might consider a “con.”

Visit the local municipal office and check with the planning and zoning departments to ensure you know exactly who and what your neighbours will be.

2. Next, visit a mortgage specialist at your bank, and also consult a reputable mortgage broker. Find out how much money you can borrow and what your deposit requirements are. This will allow you to focus on homes that are within your budget.

Get a pre-approval in writing so you have something to rely on, because it is critically important that you do not get caught up in the rush of buying a home beyond your budget.

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Identify the area you like, the desirable amenities nearby, and perhaps more importantly, the undesirables that could affect your buying decision. you pay condo fees and sometimes others determine how the amenities, if not your unit itself, can be used.

Traditional detached homes provide the freedom to do what you want but maintenance and upkeep fall on your shoulders.

However, this just gets you someone in your area. You need to really check them out when referred. Speak to friends who have used a lawyer for the type of service you require and ensure they did the job professionally, courteously and for the price quoted.

4. Real estate lawyers are next. Look in magazines, newspapers, listen to radio and watch real estate television for potential lawyers. Go online and check out their websites. Do they give good, informative advice? Do they give you pricing info up front? Do they make you feel comfortable? Call the Law Society of Upper Canada’s Lawyer Referral Service, which keeps lists of lawyers and refers requesting members of the public to lawyers who practice in the area requested.

5. Find a real estate agent. Be careful, you want someone who will work for you within your budget and area. Drive around, check out signs, read the papers and speak to your lawyer.

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

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Neighbourhood Profile

The Beach

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Fast facts Average household income

$162,293

Family structure

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popular east-end neighbourhood, officially known as The Beach, but long-time residents still refer to it as “The Beaches.” The area is celebrated for its swimmable sandy beaches, quaint specialty shops, great restaurants and chillaxed atmosphere.

Lifestyle If you’ve always wanted to live by a beach in a community surrounded by modern amenities, look no further than this east end ‘hood – it could be your dream neighbourhood scenario.

The Toronto Beaches has a lot to offer every demographic, from families and couples to young urbanites and empty-nesters. With the beach, cool shops, great restaurants, cafes and practical services, this community has it going on.

Vibe Think beach town meets city living. People are drawn to this neighbourhood because of its laid-

back vibe, family-friendly atmosphere and walkable amenities. You can ditch your car for a surfboard and walk to everything you need!

Meet the neighbours Residents are very protective of this community’s small-town feel, and many know each other and get involved. On any given weekend, you can find the community getting together for a charity event or street party of some sort.

In the area It’s a coveted place to live, which ultimately drives up house prices. But, being such a desirable area, buying real estate here is a very smart investment.

Planes, trains & automobiles This neighbourhood has everything you need within walking distance. Streetcars are a favoured mode of transit, with the Queen Street 501 providing easy downtown access. The area is also well-connected via six bus routes.

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Hot spots The main hub along Queen Street East is always hopping, as a haven for great shops, restaurants and cafes. The social centre of the Toronto Beaches is Kew Gardens, which hosts the annual Jazz Festival and has an amazing kids’ play park. Several kilometres of boardwalk allow you to walk the sandy beaches.

Real estate The community comes alive in the summer, and you’ll feel like you’re holidaying without ever leaving town.

But since this area is so popular in the warmer months, you will have to contend with throngs of tourists along the streets and vying for your favourite patio spot along Queen.

Sara is a style blogger and self-proclaimed magazine junkie with a love of all things design and decor.

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WHAT A VIEW! Menkes is participating in the Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival

MENKES IS PARTICIPATING IN THE SCOTIABANK CONTACT PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL this year with a compelling installation

by Paul Casselman, who has chronicled the redevelopment of the One York and Harbour Plaza buildings. Visitors will be able to view his pictures that are installed next to windows. The pictures will show visitors what the view from that perspective would have been during the process as they look out the window at the completed work.

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The exhibit is installed in the One York corridor that connects to the PATH system.

The Festival runs until the end of May, but Menkes will leave the exhibit in place through the summer months. The PATH is open 24 hours a day and the exhibit is open for viewing starting May 1. For more information visit pathphotoexhibit.com.

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A sales brokerage’s report card on the Ontario government’s new housing policies

By Debbie Cosic

WE PLACE A LOT OF importance on educating and supporting buyers, and understanding the challenges that builders have, in order to help ensure that the pre-construction market moves toward a common goal – providing enough affordable, well-planned new communities.

During our everyday interactions with both home builders and buyers, the team at In2ition Realty gathers a lot of information about the real estate market from both sides of the table. Understanding challenges and analyzing trends not only helps us formulate better internal processes, it lets us plan and communicate with others so we can help everyone win.

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key markets in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

We studied a few of the points of the Fair Housing Plan, and analyzed how they will affect the housing market. Using data from our organization and that compiled from the builders we work with, and the hundreds of people we meet in sales offices across the country every day, here’s our point of view.

Availability of housing Quite simply, there are not enough new homes or condos on the market to meet the buyer demand. Why? The approval process takes too long.

In my experience, it can take up to 10 years for land to be housing-permit ready. Why is this happening? What started out as a builder/developer problem has quickly become everyone’s problem.

The government says it is now convening its members along with the development industry to examine how to deal with approval delays and fast-tracking processes. However, we continue to have daily discussions and hear frustrating accounts from both our development clients and from potential purchasers, who have been waiting for years for certain municipalities to approve new developments.

In my view, availability of supply is the largest issue here, and it needs to be tackled quickly by implementing steps to speed up the approval process, such as adding more staff to Ontario Municipal Board (OMB).

The various municipalities and the Ontario government’s policies on expediting developments also doesn’t help the approval process, as these policies often seem to be at odds with each other, which only adds to the length of time it takes to secure building permits.

It’s important to understand why new developments take so long to get approved. We have been watching new developments sellingout in record time for several years now. It’s time for the government to put the right steps in place to allow the supply of homes to keep up with demand. Alleviating pent-up demand would help keep housing costs from skyrocketing. The lack of supply has made this a seller’s market – it is simple economics.

New foreign buyers’ tax We’ve surveyed our last 2,000 purchaser deals across the GTA and found that only 2.3 per cent involved

foreign buyers. Putting a new tax in place is a miss to us. Why more taxes? Why not a subsidy for first-time homebuyer deposits instead?

By using the same strategy as the province of BC, with a theory that imposing a tax in a hot real estate market will help cool the market and lower prices, does not work. In Vancouver, where soaring housing prices continue to dominate the daily news, the tax resulted in a temporary decrease in prices and sales. If you look at the numbers today, the prices of homes in Metro Vancouver are bouncing back and affordability is still a major issue. Foreign buyers will still buy, despite the added tax. They may hesitate a tad longer now, but I believe it’s only temporary as supply is still an issue. According to our statistics, we believe there are not a lot of foreign buyers in the Greater Golden Horseshoe, and taxing them is not going to have any significant impact on the market.

In the case of a brand new condo, it can take upwards of two to five years or more to complete construction. What if a buyer’s family or employment circumstances change, and they need to sell?

Limiting assignments to one per person makes sense, but banning this practice altogether could be problematic.

Banning assignment clauses on condos

Improved realtor transparency

An assignment clause allows a condo purchaser to sell (or “flip”) their unit before it officially closes.

Our builders carefully monitor the number of assigned units issued, and do not allow buyers with this intent to purchase more than one or two units. All of our assignment clauses are worded in such a way that the builder still must give permission, so as to not allow multiple flips on one unit, as in BC. While the idea of completely banning this practice might appeal to the Ontario government, some further thinking may be in order, as this can be of potential detriment to some purchasers.

The decision to review rules for resale real estate agents was approved to ensure fair representation of consumers. A new measure was put in place to ensure the practice of “double-ending,” when one agent represents more than one party in a transaction, is fully disclosed.

In order for this to be successful, new reporting practices will need to be put in place, as well as a proper enforcement process without causing administrative and bureaucratic woes.

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New rent control policies Implementing a standard lease for all tenants and imposing rent controls for all privately held units is

not necessary. Research firm Altus recently showed that, out of 10 world-class cities, our rental market is still the cheapest by far. For small landlords, this new legislation may make it difficult to be competitive and/or to manage existing tenants from old leases that are well below the current rental rate. Plus, small investors – who have been buying one or two units as a way to fund their retirement savings plan – should not be deterred. Investing in real estate is part of the great Canadian dream and one of the reasons that many of our parents immigrated to this country – having the ability to build financial stability.

We have seen cancellations of purpose-built rental projects right after this announcement was made. This seems to be in contradiction to what the government is trying to achieve.

We see on our sales floors the direct impact of these potential policy changes on our consumers.

We feel that deeper analysis and further consultation with the various professionals in these facets of the industry is necessary to be fair and equitable to all.

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 fastest-growing 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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THE SPRING CONSTRUCTION SEASON brought with it a boost in housing starts,

with shovels hitting the ground on 213,768 units in April 2017, up from 210,702 unit starts a month prior, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

(CMHC). This trend measure is a six-month moving average of the monthly seasonally adjusted annual rates (SAAR) of housing starts.

“New housing construction increased in Canada, with seasonally adjusted data exceeding 200,000 units for five months in a row,” says Bob Dugan, CMHC’s chief economist. “The increase in the trend was mainly due to apartment construction in British Columbia and Québec, which was partly offset by a decline in Ontario’s multiple starts.”

The trend in housing starts in Toronto remained stable in April, as slight increases in lowrise construction were offset by some declines in condo apartment starts. Overall, new home construction this year has been building momentum as both new single-detached and townhome starts trended up, reaching a nine-year high in April. Tight conditions in the resale market continue to cause demand to spill over into the new home market.

CMHC uses the trend measure as a complement to the monthly SAAR of housing starts to account for considerable swings in monthly estimates and obtain a more complete picture of Canada’s housing market. In some situations, analyzing only SAAR data can be misleading, as they are largely driven by the multi-unit segment of the market which can vary significantly 38 YPNEXTHOME.CA

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from one month to the next.

The standalone monthly SAAR of housing starts for all areas in Canada was 214,098 units in April, down from 252,305 units in March.

The SAAR of urban starts decreased by 15.3 per cent in April to 199,485 units. Multiple urban starts decreased by 16.7 per cent to 134,314 units in April and single-detached urban starts decreased by 12.1 per cent, to 65,171 units.

Rural starts were estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 14,613 units.

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Advice | CONDO PRO

Spring into condo gardening WITH SPRING IN FULL BLOOM, now

By Barbara Lawlor

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is the perfect time to think about enjoying the outdoors in your new condominium. For green-thumbs, this means planting gardens on their balconies, terraces or rooftop plots.

Yes – you can sow, water, weed and harvest without a traditional backyard!

Even the most compact condo

suites usually feature an outdoor space of some sort, where you can place some furniture and plants to brighten up your world. In addition, plants on balconies enhance the exterior attractiveness of our condominiums, and can help improve air quality in general. For those who grow vegetables, well, “eating close

ASK AN EXPERT: What will thrive in your suite’s sun, shade and wind conditions? There’s a volunteer organization called Toronto Balconies Bloom (TorontoBalconiesBloom.com), devoted to inspiring and supporting residents who want to make the most of their balcony. You’ll find DIY suggestions, resources, articles, and even links to upcoming events by various garden groups.

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TREND SPOTTING 2017: Incorporate natural materials, such as rocks, which are finding their way to balconies to bring more of the outdoors “up.

to home” takes on a whole new meaning.

Your options for containers and plant material are fabulous, from wooden garden benches with built-in planters to terra cotta, ceramic and other materials in every colour, shape and size. Consider colourful annuals, hardy perennials, textured succulents, and even some plants that can add visual interest during the winter, such as ornamental grasses. Fountains, living walls – the possibilities are diverse and exciting.

Balconies are only part of the

TRY THIS: Jump on the edible-gardening bandwagon! Grow a cherry tomato plant or a selection of herbs, and harvest fresh ingredients for your meal.

outdoor picture when it comes to your condo. Rooftop terraces are landscaped to a tee, and usually include barbecues and furnished dining areas. We are seeing a lot of developers feature fire pits as well, to extend the use of these areas past September. Some terraces even have a full outdoor kitchen for residents’ use. There is nothing like seeing people in parkas barbecuing in the cold weather, before bringing their culinary creations into their suites to enjoy. Rooftop terraces may also include bars, sheltered seating, open

HOW TO: When planning your garden, pay attention to colour and groupings, and remember to consider their foliage as well.

Use high-quality potting soil and remember that, during the summer months, containers need frequent watering.

sun decks with lounge chairs, private cabanas, swimming pools, infinity pools, reflecting pools and hot tubs.

Of course, if your condo has a courtyard, you have even more opportunities to commune with the outdoors and get together with friends and family in pleasant weather.

Landscape architects work with the building architects to create a synergy for the artistic sensibility of the whole condominium community.

If you love the outdoors, you will love living in a condominium. Make the most of it!

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

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Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Thank goodness for the housing sector

By Wayne Karl

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AFTER YEARS OF RUNNING at a deficit, the Ontario government recently tabled a balanced budget – the province’s first since the 2008-09 global recession. The 2017 Ontario Budget: A Stronger, Healthier Ontario, includes significant investments in health care and education, while also taking steps to address housing affordability.

And who or what does the province have to thank for this progress – besides, in its own words, a strong economy and responsible fiscal management?

Try the booming housing market of the last several years.

Indeed, rapid price escalation and high sales volumes have generated billions of additional HST and Land Transfer Tax (LTT) revenues to the provincial government. Add to this, the spin-off revenues from the construction of new homes and 336,000 jobs supported by the housing sector.

“Last year, the Ontario government collected more through the LTT than the Gasoline Tax,” says Joe Vaccaro, CEO of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association. “The LTT alone provided $637 million in additional taxes to Ontario’s bottom line. The billions of new unexpected housing taxes from Ontario’s homebuyers helped deliver a balanced budget and are projected to increase and help balance future budgets. The province is clearly benefiting from this hot housing market.”

Whether future unexpected taxes from housing continue to increase and

help balance future budgets remains to be seen, for two reasons.

First, Ontario’s introduction of the Fair Housing Plan seems to have caused an immediate chill in the market. Anecdotal evidence suggests buyers have already been spooked, unsure whether now is the time to buy, or to wait, expecting that prices may drop.

The second reason is, despite that the Fair Housing Plan included a new non-resident speculation tax of 15 per cent on the price of homes in the Greater Golden Horseshoe and other measures, some observers suggest the plan and the budget don’t do enough – or soon enough – to address the issue of new home supply. “(The) budget clearly shows that the province has the ability to lower housing taxes,” says Vaccaro. “While new-home buyers helped to balance this budget, the reality is that they

need government action to improve housing affordability and housing supply. It is time to update the HST on new housing to match new market realities, and provide newhome buyers with some HST tax savings.”

If builders’ ability to build continues to be severely limited, so too will the resulting benefits – almost 200,000 people employed in the GTA alone, earning more than $11 billion in wages. Those are numbers, and facts, that benefit Ontario’s books now, but we can’t assume they will be there in the future.

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics of buying property.

Email wayne.karl@ypnexthome.ca or follow him at twitter.com/WayneKarl

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The iconic Port Credit lighthouse at the mouth of the Credit River

Port Credit’s hub at Hurontario Street and Lakeshore Road West. The redevelopment aims to extend this bustling hot-spot westward to Mississauga Road, and south to the lake

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Mississauga’s already-popular Port Credit neighbourhood is about to see a lot more action, with the recent announcement by West Village Partners (WVP) to develop a 72-acre former industrial site located at 70 Mississauga Rd. S. WVP will work with Port Credit residents and stakeholders on a plan to transform these lands into a complete, vibrant and diverse live/work/play waterfront community.

The long-anticipated development is a joint venture of leading Canadian developers Kilmer Group, Dream Unlimited Corp., Diamond Corp. and FRAM + Slokker. WVP has developed a mixed-use master plan that builds upon the principles of the City of Mississauga’s Inspiration Port Credit vision, and recognizes the importance of thoughtfully integrating with the vibrant Port Credit neighbourhood.

“We’re determined to deliver a special community that will raise the bar for architectural and design excellence, and to transform this section of the Port Credit shoreline into a dynamic waterfront community with places to live, work, shop and play,” said WVP spokesperson Ken Tanenbaum, vice-chairman of Kilmer Group, who was speaking at a recent event to unveil the draft master plan.

Also in attendance were Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie, Councillor Jim Tovey, Mississauga City Manager/CAO Janice Baker, and Port Credit community members.

“The unveiling of the draft plan for this new development is proof that Mississauga is a city in demand, and that people continue to choose Mississauga to raise a family, find a well-paying job and enjoy an unrivalled quality of life,” said Mayor Crombie.

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AT A GLANCE...

The plan: To revitalize the 72-acre former industrial site with architectural excellence, connectivity, high-quality public spaces, community gathering spaces and parks to enhance the Mississauga waterfront.

Location: 70 Mississauga Rd. S. What’s here: Home to Brickworks from the late 19th Century until 1927, and oil refinery from 1932 to 1985.

The site was decommissioned in 1988.

WHAT’S PLANNED: » Approximately 2,500 housing units with 5,000 residents, including townhomes, midrise and highrise

» Approximately 200,000 sq. ft. of retail and office space » Approximately 1,000 jobs in construction and support services related to development, and an estimated 1,000 jobs postconstruction » Estimated $17 million realty taxes per year generated for City of Mississauga (2017 rates) » Community centre

» Waterfront park with beach and ecological gardens

» Four green corridors linking the waterfront to Lakeshore Road

» Street system designed at an angle to harmoniously blend with patterns of the existing neighbourhoods to the west and the north, adding variety and offering open views to the waterfront

» Pedestrian walkways and bike routes

» The Village Square Central Street Promenade, featuring a series of street squares to draw the buzz of Lakeshore Road West down into the heart of the neighbourhood, and ultimately to the lake When: Site studies now underway with the goal of starting site work in fall 2017. Subject to approvals, phased construction anticipated to begin in 2019.

Have your say: Later this spring, WVP will hold the first of a series of public meetings to engage with the community in delivering this landmark development.

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Advice | MORTGAGE ADVICE

Mortgage broker or bank...

Which is best for you?

Here are a few things you should know if you’re unsure whether to go with a bank or a mortgage broker to fund your purchase.

By Alyssa Furtado

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Mortgage brokers

Pros Most Canadians already have an ongoing relationship with a bank, so going to that institution for a mortgage seems like an obvious choice.

Banks often provide special deals to existing customers. So, if your chequing account, credit card, investments and mortgage are all with the same bank, you may receive a discount on some or all of your fees.

Banks generally provide face time with their specialists, which many borrowers find comforting.

Pros Brokers have established relationships with lenders and are knowledgeable about the market and what special discounts are available. They will shop around for you and ensure you get the lowest possible rate you can qualify for.

Whereas banks typically require you to arrange a meeting with a loan officer, mortgage brokers tend to be available through a variety of means, including phone and email. They are easy to communicate with and often provide faster response times.

Brokers negotiate with the lenders on your behalf, saving you valuable time and stress.

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FOR MANY CANADIANS, their first stop while shopping for a mortgage is their local bank branch. More than half of Canadian homeowners – 56 per cent to be precise – who currently have a mortgage went to a bank, according to a recent report from Mortgage Professionals Canada.

However, consumers should be aware that they have other options. Mortgage brokers – who captured a 33-per-cent share of the mortgage market – can prove to be a helpful resource when it comes to comparison shopping for the best mortgage rates. (The remainder of the mortgage market was made up of credit unions at seven per cent, life insurance companies at two per cent, and other sources at two per cent, according to the report.)

Alyssa Furtado is founder and CEO of RateHub.ca, a website that compares mortgage rates, credit cards, highinterest savings accounts, chequing accounts, and insurance with the goal to empower Canadians to search smarter and save money.

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Cons You can choose only from the bank’s portfolio of products, meaning your options are limited and your chances of getting the lowest rate are diminished.

There’s less flexibility offered in terms of qualifying for the loan. If your credit rating is sub-par, you may not qualify for a mortgage from one of the big banks. If you are self-employed, you may also have a hard time qualifying.

The bottom line

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Cons Face-to-face availability differs from one broker to the next. So, if this is something that you require, you’ll want to ask if they can meet in person.

Because many first-time buyers are unlikely to have an existing relationship with a broker, it may take some time to find one who’s right for you.

When it comes to getting a mortgage, going with a broker – rather than directly to a bank – is the best choice, as it will allow you to get the best possible rate on the market and save you money over the long run.

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Inspiration

THE

BATHROOM EXPERIENCE

by Tania Richardson, Tomas Pearce Interior Design Consulting Inc.

BATHROOMS HAVE COME A LONG WAY from their

utilitarian purpose. We now seek comfort, volume, luxury, convenience and technology. The bath industry has made incredible advances in technology in a few short years, from in-home spas, efficient plumbing, universal design and smart fixtures to incredible finishes and materials. We no longer just “use” the bathroom, we experience it!

Want a little added luxury in your bathroom? Here are a few ways you can enhance your daily bathroom experience:

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In the shower we are seeing frameless glass, oversized showers fully equipped with rain heads, body sprays, steam units and surround sound.

How’s that for every-day luxury?

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Bathtubs now offer more than just body jets. Think chroma therapy, vibrational hydrotherapy, massage bubbles and effervescent bubbles.

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Vanities are more stylish and equipped with smarttouch technology, soft-close doors and drawers, LED lighting and clever storage solutions. We are seeing the standard height of vanities rise from the typical 30 to 32 inches, up to 34- to 36-inches as the new standard.

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Faucets have become the jewelry of the vanity.

The faucet industry offers a huge array of styles, finishes and prices for every budget. You can have semiprecious stones or exotic woods inlaid in the handles.

With technological advances, we are now seeing smart touchless, low-flow and temperature-regulated faucets.

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Toilets and bidets are available as a space-saving two-in-one unit. Smart-touch technology is available with preset individual preferences for multiple users. Comfort-height seats with an elongated bowl is the new standard. Wall-mounted toilets are also increasing in popularity, making it easier to clean underneath.

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Lighting, both decorative and practical, is being taken into consideration. We are seeing beautiful decorative pendants, coupled with coordinating sconces at eye level for proper illumination. LED strip lighting along the mirror and vanity offers additional illumination, too.

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Radiant heating brings warmth to a cold floor.

In-floor radiant heating is no longer considered a “luxury.” Those looking for sustainable interiors can install one of the many types of radiant heating available on the market today.

Consider all the little luxuries that you can add to enhance your overall bathroom experience. Do you want to wake up to a massage of water jets every morning?

Perhaps you would like a warm floor when you step out of the shower. Whatever your desires, don’t be afraid to bring that wish list to life. No matter the budget, there are now little luxuries available to consumers at all price points.

Bathrooms are no longer secondary spaces, but are just as important as your principle rooms. It is one of the first spaces you use every morning, and the last every night. Why not give yourself the experience you deserve?

As an added bonus, a well-designed, beautifully finished bathroom can increase the value of your home. Stop utilizing the bathroom, and start experiencing it!

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Sierra

O MEET OUR HER

“From interacting with the volunteers to the uppermost staff at SickKids, our experience has been positive. That has been a tremendous help as a parent.” – Nicola Put a camera in front of eight-year-old Sierra and she will turn on the charm. This charismatic little girl is as playful and active as any other child her age. You’d be surprised to know she’s a current patient at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). Sierra’s illness was detected early at only two days old when she was brought to SickKids to investigate an irregular connection in the bowel. She was sent home, one month later her parents returned to SickKids Emergency with their infant jaundiced and not digesting food properly. Although she was being fed a lot, Sierra had lost weight since being born.

It didn’t take long for doctors to determine the cause of Sierra’s deterioration and she was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). CF is a genetic disease that mainly affects the lungs and digestive system. Fortunately for Sierra, it has predominantly affected the digestive system, which is easier

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to manage than the lungs. Since her diagnosis, she has taken enzymes at mealtimes to help with digestion and undergoes daily physiotherapy to prevent her lungs from building up with mucus.

Since Sierra is very active, her parents have become creative with her physio by incorporating it into her daily activities. For example, 10 minutes bouncing on the trampoline might be followed by five minutes of breathing exercises.

This doesn’t hold Sierra back from being active. She does gymnastics, swimming, soccer, art classes and made it to ‘divisionals’ for cross country. Her mom says she can’t sit still.

Sierra’s condition has also encouraged her parents and family members to become involved in fundraising activities to support CF research and SickKids.

As she grows older, Sierra is becoming more actively involved in her own treatment. Her parents feel lucky to have SickKids in their lives to guide them through their ups and downs.

Why SickKids?

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SickKids is on the frontlines in the battle against Cystic Fibrosis. Since our researchers discovered the gene responsible in 1989, life expectancy for CF patients has doubled. We may have dealt a serious blow, but we won’t stop fighting until CF lives on only in history books.

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SickKids pioneers new possibilities for treatments and cures. 2,000 research staff make advances every day that bring new hope to children and theirfamilies.

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SickKids is Canada’s leading centre dedicated to improving children’s health and home to Canada’s largest, hospital-based child health research institute.

Builders Helping to Heal

Yellow Pages NextHome, the publisher of New Home Guide, New Home & Condo Guide and New Condo Guide, is teaming up with builders and their suppliers to help raise money for SickKids. The following companies have contributed generously to help give children the world-class care they deserve. These pages honour these special people, and we thank them for their generous support.

Builders Helping to Heal and Friends of the Industry are Yellow Pages NextHome initiatives stemming from SickKids

Leaders, a program at SickKids which draws on the support of more than 150 volunteers over 30 industry sectors.

Again, we thank our generous sponsors and appreciate their ongoing commitment. These companies not only build housing, but they support the families in the communities in which they build.

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Juicy, sweet and oh-so-bright yellow, as a friend recently said to me, “Who doesn’t love a pineapple?” Too true – we love that cute little fruit and will enjoy using it in our decor since, aside from the Piña Colada, it has made its whimsical way into this season’s hottest home accents – especially for entertaining.

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Carmen Pineapple Ice Bucket $100 cb2.ca

allen + roth Green Earthenware Pineapple Tabletop Accent $20 lowes.ca

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WITH THE GTA FACING serious supply constraint, Fortress Real Developments has announced the sale of two parcels of land in April, which will soon become home to townhome development.

The Towns on Hall project in downtown Richmond Hill received OMB approval in early 2017 for 22 luxury three-storey freehold townhouses and includes an existing heritage home that will be relocated and restored. Meanwhile in north Pickering, the Brock Village project was recently re-imagined as a 59unit townhouse project, where a commercial and residential mixed-use development was originally proposed.

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and a drop from over 17,000 units in 2006. New home builders and developers are desperate for product, and the inquiries on the availability of sites has been frequent throughout the development community.

“With over 70 active real estate developments in our portfolio, we were comfortable disposing of a couple of our smaller sites, especially given the generous offers received for the Towns on Hall and Brock Village projects,” says Fortress CEO Jawad Rathore. “We were happy to extract the value created through the approval and assembly or these sites, and offer thanks to our partners and consultants for the realization of our planning objectives.”

The lack of a supply is a major contributor to the rapid rise in new home prices in the GTA. Altus Group reported that new lowrise house prices in March topped $1.1 million, a

32-per-cent annual increase.

“We have seen first-hand that the appetite for new single-family and townhouses projects is insatiable,” notes Senior Vice-President Ben Myers. “Our Stationwest project in Burlington with Adi Developments, and [the] Woodbridge Park project with Sierra Building Group in Vaughan had massive online registrations, huge opening day line-ups, and unprecedented sales velocity.”

“Fortress continues to seek out high-quality real estate assets across Canada, and our development team is able to bring immense value to all the projects in our portfolio,” Rathore remarked earlier this year. “Real estate offers tremendous flexibility, with opportunities to exit a development at several different stages, and as we look forward, we anticipate a very busy 2017 as our portfolio of more than 70 sites matures.”

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Inspiration

WALLPAPER: From Han to eternity!

By Jane Lockhart

IT’S QUITE POSSIBLE that our love-

hate relationship with wallpaper began when paper was invented. In 105 AD, a Han dynasty Chinese court official named Ts’ai Lun dried a mix of macerated tree bark, hemp, old rags and fishnet to make paper. Until then, all printing was on cloth made of pure silk. So, we’re talking a few or more centuries of divisive opinion.

Meant to mimic the expensive tapestries hanging on the walls in homes of the very rich during the Renaissance period, wallpaper was hung loose or pasted on, to add colour and style to a room. The highest quality, hand-painted papers of the time came from China, but there was no end of designs coming from Europe. As patterns come and go and come back again, like those from 18th- and 19th-Century Europe, history shows us that a good motif can stand the test of time.

When it comes to installation, I can’t help but wonder how many divorces over the centuries started as arguments while couples hung wallpaper – never mind trying to take it all down. At least as it comes in and out of fashion, the quality continues to improve.

Today’s vinyl-coated wallpaper is easier to hang. We’ve gone backward

Meant to mimic the expensive tapestries hanging on the walls in homes of the very rich during the Renaissance period, wallpaper was hung loose or pasted on, to add colour and style to a room

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in time, applying paste to the wall and attaching paper, rather than soaking it to activate the paste. No more trough-kicking spills!

Today’s wallpaper is also more easily strippable than its predecessors.

The days of scratching away at walls with a putty knife are done. Simply start in one corner and strip it off in long sheets. It’s very gratifying!

But why wallpaper and not paint?

If you have old plaster walls, they may have unsightly dents, cracks or uneven surfaces that paint can’t hide.

Coat it with wallpaper and most of the imperfections can be hidden.

Even if your walls are in good shape, think about the advantages.

Wallpaper is a great way to give your room colour, texture and style.

While in the past, colour schemes and patterns were very limited, today there is a much wider selection.

With photo-technology, you can add lots of texture (or faux texture) to your walls. Full-sized wall murals can resemble everything from aged barn-board to marble tile or even industrial concrete.

There are many whimsical choices available, like library shelves lined with books, full lush draperies and industrial file cabinets that can cover whole walls. A little whimsy can go a long way and these murals make a great statement as a focal wall.

Wallpaper can be a cost-effective option, too. It’s a durable product and when applied properly, it can last for years. Try it on one wall to save money and add a punch of style.

When it comes to stamping your personality on your home, don’t be afraid to do what some may view as “unconventional.”

Making your walls original and memorable is a great way to explore your creative side.

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Jane Lockhart is founder and principal designer of Jane Lockhart Interior Design. She was creative director and host of W Network’s top-ranked show, Colour Confidential, and has a Canadian-built furniture collection, Jane by Jane Lockhart, by Statum Designs. Visit online at janelockhart.com

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Inspiration | STYLE FILE

DAY, gift guide: MOTHER’S OR ANY DAY

By Jo Alcorn

Every year we celebrate mothers one Sunday in May – and rightly so!

But why limit the love to just one day? Here are my top picks for moms everywhere, every day of the year.

Is your mom a superstar in the kitchen? Surprise her with a gift that will feed her culinary passion. The KitchenAid Artisan Mini Stand Mixer is sure to delight. It has a hub of attachments like the popular Spiralizer, for Mom to reinvent classic meals into healthier recipes using fresh fruits and vegetables.

I am in love with the idea of the new FIZZI sparkling water maker by SodaStream.

The system allows you to transform tap water into sparkling water at home, at the touch of a button, without electricity. Whether your mom is looking to fizz up her water or enjoy a cocktail, the FIZZI will look perfect on her countertop. I also love that it’s great for the environment as you aren’t using cans or bottles – you can simply use a gorgeous wine glass or glass from home!

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Why not get your mom all the items needed for a barista bar in her own home?

A pioneer in single-serve coffee, Nespresso has top-of-the-line units for coffee enthusiasts to savour life’s many moments.

The Vertuo Plus boasts versatility, the convenience of an automatic closing and opening, as well as adjustable cup support for those extra large cups!

Artword is a great gift idea that can really spruce up your space this time of year. It’s easy to switch out, and super affordable at Bouclair. They have great spring-inspired prints that would make a wonderful gift for mom.

Pamper mom with some bright, new pillows. My pillow collection is fully washable (you toss the entire pillow – cover and stuffing – into the washer), hypoallergenic and made in Canada. Jo Alcorn Collection

Another great option for moms is the new Philips Airfryer. It fries, bakes, roasts and grills with little to no oil, making it a perfect solution for fast, tasty and healthy meals and snacks for the entire family.

If your mom needs absolutely nothing, I suggest the gift of time. Book a spa day with her, high tea or even a weekend get-away. A resort I recently visited is in the Kawarthas – one of Ontario’s gems, called Viamede. It’s set on gorgeous Stoney Lake, has serene views, walking trails and the most delicious food. You can treat your mom to a five-course meal at their Mt. Julian restaurant that serves up local ingredients and farm-to-table mantras.

If you are at a loss for what to get your mom, HomeSense is a great store to pop into and browse.

There are so many options for gift ideas. From serving trays to tea sets, candles to notebooks, there is sure to be a little something that speaks to you.

Jo Alcorn is a celebrity designer specializing in small spaces and design solutions for all budgets.

She is the interior expert on HGTV’s new show, Critical Listing, and shares her expertise regularly on TV and through her monthly column in the Toronto Sun. Visit whitewashco.ca

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Advice | MAKE YOUR MOVE

How to prepare for moving day MORE ADVICE ONLINE

By Chuck Resnick

TIMING IS EVERYTHING, and when it comes to ensuring a successful move, that statement rings true.

Even if it’s not “everything,” using some careful planning and forethought helps “everything” happen efficiently. The point is, as soon as you decide to move, start your thinking process, explore your options and take action.

First, are you going to move yourself, or will you hire movers? It’s best to book the truck or the moving company at least a month ahead, and preferably more.

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those seasons. Keep in mind, June 30 is the busiest moving day of the year!

Next, are you going to pack or take advantage of professional packing services? If you are thinking DIY, start collecting/buying boxes and packing material. Remember that professional movers usually sell standard-size boxes that are sturdy and easy to stack, as well as paper that can protect your items without leaving newsprint behind.

Last, but not least, what do you want and need to move? Now is the time to purge all of those unnecessary items that have been at the back of your closets for months, and often years. The less “stuff” you move, the easier and less expensive it will be.

MOVING CHECKLIST: What to do, and when A month before the move … » De-clutter, sort, pitch, give away, donate to charity, host a yard sale – whatever – but pare down your stuff. » Obtain change-of-address cards from your local post office. » Notify magazines, insurance companies, banks, credit card companies, schools and employers of your change of address. » Start using up food and perishables to minimize what you throw out on moving day. » If you are moving to a new home or condo that includes appliances, ask for the owner’s manuals ahead of time.

2 weeks before the move… » Make a “survival closet” of items you will need to clean the place once furniture is moved (broom, dustpan, cleansers), and even snacks that you can grab quickly during the process. » Either start packing or make sure your mover begins. Label boxes as you pack with both the contents and which room each will go into at your new digs. Write the destination room on the top and sides of each box. » Schedule disconnects for utilities and phone, but make sure you still have the use of your phone line on moving day. At the same time, arrange for hook-ups at the other end. » Cancel newspapers, cable TV, security system monitoring and any companies you use for services such as cleaning and lawn maintenance. » Mail out change-of-address cards.

The day before the move… » Clean out, defrost and dry the fridge and freezer. » Get to a bank or bank machine and take out enough cash to tide you over. » Pack a last-minute essentials bag/box. » Arrange for children and pets to be looked after elsewhere on moving day.

On moving day… » Double and triple check rooms, closets, the garage and basement to ensure that you have all of your things and the areas are left clean. » Don’t forget to carry your own (family’s) valuables, cash and items relevant to the move, and all other important documents.

Chuck Resnick is vice-president of marketing and operations, Two Men and a Truck Canada. twomenandatruck.ca

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VISTA FLATS AND TOWNS By: Geranium Homes City: Stouffville The final release of the award-winning Neighbourhoods of Cardinal Point. Prices starting from the high $300’s. vistaflatsandtowns.com

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By: Adi Developments City: Burlington Welcome to Burlington’s new design-forward address, in an idyllically located masterplanned community connected to a large central park and the Aldershot GO station.

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DANIELS ARC By: Daniels Corporation City: Mississauga Register now for the newest addition to Daniels Erin Mills — a master-planned, mixed-use community. Prices starting from the $300’s. danielsarc.com

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NOBU RESIDENCES TORONTO By: Madison Group City: Toronto Coming soon: residences, hotel and restaurant, all in one dynamic project in Toronto's Entertainment District. Register now to stay informed.

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BLOOR PROMENADE By: Tridel City: Toronto Register now for the third and final phase of Tridel's successful Islington Terrace community.

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SUPERSONIC By: Lindvest City: North York Coming soon: the second tower in Lindvest's North York condominium community at Eglinton Avenue and Don Mills Road. lindvest.com/supersonic

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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previews and registration PINNACLE ETOBICOKE By: Pinnacle International City: Etobicoke Register now for this new master-planned community coming to the "new city centre," near Kipling Hub, GO station and highways.

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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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HALO 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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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

THE FOXBAR COLLECTION AT BLUE DIAMOND By: Camrost Felcorp City: Toronto A new release of spacious two- and threebedroom luxury suites and townhomes.

Prices starting from the mid-$800's. thefoxbar.ca

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

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Site Telephone TH* C* Price Range Page Finder Queensway Park queenswaypark.ca • 19 23G Pinnacle Etobicoke 416-596-1600 • from $300,000 3 22G Imagine Condos 416-367-7303 from $235,000 4F On The Go Mimico 647-692-8417 • from $200,000 23H Evo Condos + Towns evocondos.com • from $220,000 3D Sweet Life Condos 647-351-5440 • from $200,000 10E Backyard Neighbourhood Condos backyardcondos.com from $250,000 24G Altitude 416-321-1659 • from $230,000 25H Islington Terrace 416-645-8862 • from $250,000 23F Bloor Vista at Islington Terrace 416-645-8862 • from $250,000 23F Hunt Club Terrace 416-698-3020 • 2H Cloud 9 Condominiums 416-747-0199 • from $240,000 22B Cloud 9 Condominiums 416-747-0199 • from $240,000 22B Guildwood 416-266-3655 • from $200,000 8F Sail Condominiums sailcondos.ca • 2C Residences at The Hunt Club 416-699-1711 • from $300,000 2G Upper Beach Club upperbeachclub.com • from $390,000 2G Upper Beach Club upperbeachclub.com • from $390,000 2G The KIP District thekipdistrict.com • from $250,000 22F Key West Condominium keywesttorontocondo.com from $320,000 25H Lago 647-347-5930 • from $744,000 25C Royal York Urban Towns 416-901-0206 • from $220,000 24H Harmony Village 416-493-0123 • 2C Eleven Superior 416-259-8882 • from $311,000 24H Joy Condos joycondos.com • from $220,000 4C Trinity Ravine Towers 647-876-5433 • from $200,000 7D Terrace on Danforth 416-987-7575 • 2G The Step 416-798-7070 • from $145,000 23B Triumph at Valhalla 416-233-5554 • from $250,000 21F Waterscapes 416-495-3544 • from $414,000 26H Waterscapes 416-495-3544 • from $400,000 26H West Village 416-620-1887 • from $386,000 20F Vivid Condos 416-239-8200 • from $391,000 23F Connexion at Islington northstarhomesinc.com • from $300,000 23F Avani At Metrogate 416-293-5535 • from $309,000 4C Avani 2 At Metrogate 416-293-5535 • from $250,000 4C Selene Metrogate 416-293-5535 • from $280,000 4C Jade Condominiums 416-762-8818 • from $305,000 25G Haven On The Bluffs 416-2611-9555 • from $292,000 3E Me Condos 416-430-0003 • from $250,000 8D Me 2 Condos 416-630-9393 • from $250,000 8D The Kennedys Condominiums KennedyCondos.com • from $220,000 4C Spice Urban Towns 416-932-3443 • from $390,000 2G

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416-514-2710

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647-347-5930

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416-503-3328 • from $500,000

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905-874-8880

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The Clairington

905-793-0002 • from $230,000 16E

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Mirage

905-232-2400 • from $260,000 20K

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The Residences of Creekshore Common

7

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Lake & East Condominium Residences

lakeandeast.com • from $350,000 16S

9

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10 AMACON

The Residences at Parkside Village

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11 ADI DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Station West

11 ADI DEVELOPMENT GROUP

The West Condominiums at Stationwest

11 ROSEHAVEN HOMES

Affinity Condominiums

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

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16 VANDYK GROUP OF COMPANIES

Windows on the Green

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17 PEMBERTON GROUP

Downtown Erin Mills Condominiums

905-630-6300 • from $320,000 18M

17 PEMBERTON GROUP

Downtown Erin Mills Condominiums Tower 2

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

46 THE DANIELS CORPORATION

Daniels City Centre

905-819-8889 • 20L

47 THE DANIELS CORPORATION

ARC Daniels Erin Mills

905-306-6996 • from $300,000 17M

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Cosmos III Condominiums

2

ROYAL PINE HOMES

Hampton Place

2

GERANIUM HOMES

Vista Flats and Towns at Cardinal Point

3

TRIBUTE COMMUNITIES

Varley

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Unionville gardens

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10 GREAT LANDS CORP.

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11 DUKA DEVELOPMENTS

Oggi Boutique Townhomes

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13 LIBERTY DEVELOPMENT CORP.

Legacy Park

16 PODIUM DEVELOPMENTS

University Studios

17 REMINGTON GROUP

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31 PEMBERTON GROUP

Sky City

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31 PEMBERTON GROUP

Sky City 2

905-709-5700 • from $350,000 12F

32 45 CHARLES LTD.

Royal Gardens

905-889-9997 • from $303,000 15F

32 SIGNATURE COMMUNITIES

TAO Boutique Condos

905-597-2535 • from $364,000 15F

32 LIBERTY DEVELOPMENT CORP.

Royal Gardens

905-889-9997 • 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

theICONA.COM • from $290,000 6G

49 CORTEL GROUP

Nord Condos

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Biddington Homes - Vita On The Lake

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80

Pemberton Group - Time and Space Condominiums

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80

Pemberton Group - Yonge Parc

7

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80

Pinnacle International - Pinnacle Etobicoke

3

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IBC

6

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23

Plaza - Mississauga Square

ELAD Canada - The Point

31

Sick Childrens Hospital - Builders’ Helping to Heal

Family of Magazines - Promo

77

Stafford Homes - Downsview Park

Focalpoint - Promo

59

The Daniels Corporation - Lighthouse East Tower Condominium Residences

Geranium Homes - Pace on Main

43

The Daniels Corporation - Wesley Tower

Great Gulf - Corporate

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Tridel Corporation - Bianca

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47

9

13

IFC

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29

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25

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35

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