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finding a new apartment to live doesn’t have to be a stressful experience. Given that there are so many options and professionals who are willing to help you, it’s important to give yourself enough time and make sure you’ve prepared enough beforehand before you jump in to anything. The first step is to make up a checklist of must-haves as a way to keep track of the essentials. If you must have parking, put it down on paper. This checklist will serve as a guide while you’re shopping and will help you better define which apartment works best for you. Also on your list should be your cost considerations. Make sure you can afford to pay your rent comfortably every month so you’re not stressed out ever time it’s due. Be realistic and choose within the limits of what is affordable to you. Make sure your rent covers what you need it to, and if there are extras, find out what the other costs are so you can tally up the totals and compare. It’s better to delay moving rather than making a hasty decision that leaves you anxiety-filled every time the rent comes due.
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hat would you be willing to do to get an apartment? We’ve been feeling the effects of record low vacancies for the past few years – and it’s not regionalized, it’s across the country. While some communities may be marginally harder hit than others, generally it’s so low that it’s nominal. In 2012 the vacancy rate bottomed at a national rate of 2.3 per cent, with some cities below one per cent. With a minor upswing, we’re still sitting at a national average of 2.5 per cent for 2013. This vacancy rate number is two-sided. On one hand, it’s serious business, but on the other, it’s a bit of hysteria. Yes, it may mean there are less options out there, but it also means that the rental industry is strong. That businesses are profitable – and we’re seeing this in well-maintained buildings, enhanced amenities, renovations of suites – and even new construction. But can renter do when there is zero vacancy rate? Apartment swaps? Don’t move? Leave? Rent less desirable and overpriced spaces? Regina hit zero vacancy (sounds doomsday-ish, doesn’t it?) earlier in 2013. The story has been in the news lately because entrepreneurial types have been buying up real estate and subdividing single family homes into rooming houses. Not ideal, though at least it’s somewhere to hang your hat. But it’s not a permanent solution. Development of new residential rental accommodations needs to happen, since population growth and demand doesn’t seem to be slowing any time soon. New buildings and communities are slowly starting to crop up because there are profits to be made, and those that do it well are seeing the bright side of supply and demand, happy to supply your demand. Ready to make the move? We’re here to help. Our magazine and website, TheRentersGuide.ca, offer the best selection of available apartments, informative articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!
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Metcap living The joys of coming home
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ome is supposed to be relaxing, comforting, convenient and welcoming. It’s supposed to be that place you enjoy spending your time, that accommodates your needs. MetCap Living understands exactly what the joys of home mean – and help thousands of residents in the GTA, across Southern Ontario and throughout other provinces to find that perfect place to call home. Heritage Apartments is a great example. Ease of living, well-kept and comfortable surroundings, great transportation, excellent value – all under the exceptional management of MetCap Living. An ideal Scarborough location, Heritage Apartments enjoys prime real estate on Lawrence Ave E, just east of Markham Road. The area is a bit suburban but with all the urban convenience. There’s great transportation access, with 24-hour bus service virtually at the front door and running through all the area’s major arteries. Highway 401 to the north and Kingston Road, just to the east, are fast tracks to the rest of the city. The lake is due south with the Scarborough Bluffs, and there’s a large expanse of greenspace with the large TheRentersGuide.ca Highland Creek Park meandering through the neighbourhood as well as the Scarborough Golf Club. The area has all of the necessities within a short walk, from groceries and banks to a variety of shops and dining. Cedarbrae Mall is a five-minute bus ride away. There are also a variety of schools, rec centres and activities for kids. TheRentersGuide.ca
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Taking its cue from the surrounding parkland, the grounds of Heritage Apartments are lush and welcoming. The pet-friendly community has a lot of perks, from to door-to-door mail delivery, indoor and outdoor parking, security cameras and controlled access to a recycling program and onsite laundry facilities. There are one-, two and three-bedroom suites to accommodate the needs and lifestyles of all renters. Suites are finished in hardwood flooring and feature generously proportioned bedrooms, spacious balconies, lots of living space plus ample kitchen cabinetry, closets and storage. Managed by MetCap Living, the building is wellmaintained and customer service is top priority. Onsite management is friendly and professional, ensuring that residents’ needs are met and that help is always available, including 24-hour emergency maintenance. Ready to move? MetCap offers one-day lease approval. Call 647-351-5131 for more information on Heritage Apartments and to TheRentersGuide.ca book a viewing. You can also visit metcap. com for more on this and all other MetCap Living communities.
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rouge valley residence
The good life. Now for lease. Suites Include… Facilities •Air conditioning Include… •On-site security •Outdoor swimming pool •1 free parking •Friendly on-site staff
• A unique community nestled in 14 acres of landscaped grounds • Rouge Valley at your doorstep •Steps to schools & TTC •Close to Hwy 401 & Hwy 2
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Rental Office: 45 Generation Blvd. Mon-Fri 9am-6pm • Evening Appointments Available Sat 12pm-4pm
416-240-6187
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•Fresh paint •Upgraded broadloom •New tile flooring •Ceiling fans •Upgraded appliances •Vertical blinds
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Woburn, Scarborough
A fine line between urban and suburban
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n Woburn, a neighbourhood roughly bounded by Markham Road, Ellesmere Ave., Morningside Ave. and Lawrence Ave. West, you can find a lot more than what meets the eye. This Scarborough neighbourhood is conveniently situated close to public transit and many civic amenities, and is home to a diverse population. Highway 401 is just minutes to the north, while the McCowan TTC station is close by at McCowan and Ellesmere, adjacent to the Scarborough GO Station and Scarborough Town Centre. Centennial College is right at Markham and the 401, while the University of Toronto’s Scarborough campus is also close by.
Having Fun
Woburn lies about midway between Centennial Community TheRentersGuide.ca Centre at Markham and Ellesmere, and Cedarbrook Community Centre at Markham and Lawrence. Curran Hall Community Centre, which features a tennis facility lies at Orton Park Road. Wherever you live in Woburn, there are excellent facilities and a diverse range of programs for residents TheRentersGuide.ca
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of all ages of which to partake, including swimming, skating, tennis, fitness, children’s programs and summer camps, art, etc. The Scarborough parkland is rugged and spectacular, often concealed from sight, but well worth searching out. Botany TheRentersGuide.ca Hill Park offers access to trails in Morningside Park with its network of creeks. Cedar Ridge Creative Centre, located on Confederation Drive just east of Scarborough Golf Club Road,
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cityscene a vibrant arts hub housed in a historic mansion surrounded by lush gardens and scenic woods with a variety of walking trails, is a unique Toronto facility offering many hands-on workshops for children, youth and adults of all ages in drawing and painting, sculpture and pottery-making as well as other arts.
Shopping Cedarbrae Mall at Markham and Lawrence is the heart of the community, with a number of key stores and services, including a grocery store, liquor store, toy store, general automotive and hardware store and more in the way of shopping convenience. The inside has a real neighbourhood feel, with many individually owned and independent stores as well as some well-loved chains and brand name stores. You’ll also find a hair salon and a level of professional services (doctors, dentists, optometrists, etc.) and a large fitness outlet. On the north side of Lawrence you’ll find more shopping as well as some great ethnic
grocers providing an exotic variety of goods. Should there be anything you can’t find here, Scarborough Town Centre, a 130 store mega-mall with all of the brand retail, lots of dining options and services, including a movie theatre, is nearby, just south of the 401 on McCowan.
Living in the Area You can find a number of suitable, professionally managed highrise buildings in the area, particularly along Markham Road and in some of the adjacent side streets (like Tuxedo Court and Meadowglen Place). There are also a number of well-managed and very desirable buildings along Lawrence Ave. East, which, in this area is more residential and less commercial. It’s a great neighbourhood for families, and also a lot to offer for commuters, singles, couples and downsizers – really something for everyone.
Want to Live in the Area? Check out These Listings: Metcap Living Inc 3801 Lawrence Ave E 647-883-7394 Capreit 10 & 30 Tuxedo Court 416-834-2859 Fidelity 3700 Lawrence Ave. E. 416-431-3525 Greenwin 550 Scarborough Golf Club Road 416-431-1622 NJ Management 3895 Lawrence Ave E 416-431-5470 RAB 1 & 2 Meadowglen Place 647-225-9500
A Little Further Away: Capreit 4000 & 4010 Lawrence Ave. E. 416-724-4040 Direct Properties 3950 Lawrence Ave. E. 416-240-5829 Nyberg & Dale 419 & 421 Markham Road 416-894-9453
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Great location. Even better price! 1 bedroom from $980* 2 bedroom from $1125* • Large, carpeted suites on quiet street • On-site rec centre with fitness & recreational facilites, saunas, cardrooms & indoor pool • On-site laundry • 1 block to Agincourt Go Station • Close to great schools including Tam O'Shanter Junior Public School and Stephen Leacock Collegiate Institute • Steps to Agincourt Mall, Wal-Mart, No Frills, Tim Hortons , Scotiabank ,The Source and more
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Features: Well maintained quiet building Broadloom Full laundry facilities Saunas, exercise room Tennis Tot lot Indoor outdoor play areas Across the street from school, shops, Ajax Rec Centre and Rouge Valley Hospital
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NORTH EAST YORK YORK TH’S
DANFORTH & DAWES
390 Dawes Road Building Features:
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Find the right
neighbourhood By Jane Herman
Choosing the right neighbourhood or location is as important as the apartment you live in. Your community or neighbourhood impacts significantly on your lifestyle by virtue of its proximity to work, TheRentersGuide.ca school, transportation, shopping and recreation, along with family and TheRentersGuide.ca friends.
Living in a dynamic urban setting that’s dominated by students and young professionals, within walking distance of public transit, community centres, great restaurants, shops and entertainment offers the opportunity for a different lifestyle than a quiet suburban setting where you might have more need for a car to get around, and find a higher concentration of families and empty nesters. Before you begin to search for an apartment, it’s a good idea to
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Start with a good map of the general area – either printed or virtual– and make a list of potential neighbourhoods in which you could consider searching. You may want to be near the nightlife. You may want to be near the financial centre. You may want to choose an area based on specific places of worship or cultural offerings. If you have friends, relatives or co-workers who live in a particular area ask them what they like about the area they are living in; this will help you decide if it’s right for you. If you are moving to begin a new job, your employer may be able to collect information on your behalf. Prime locations, especially those near public transit or major highways often cost more but offer many advantages, such as reduced commuting time. Use the Internet to research potential neighbourhoods. Many real estate professionals have online neighbourhood directories that will give you some background about the special character and features of a neighbourhood you might want to consider. Prepare a list of locations that best match your personal needs and then add secondary locations that you would also consider. When evaluating a prospective neighbourhood the most important factors to consider are: • Safety. How safe is the neighbourhood? • Access to public transportation and major highways • Distance to work or school and travel time either by car or public transportation • If you have children, where would they attend school? Take some time to carefully research the schools in the neighbourhood. What parks and play areas are TheRentersGuide.ca nearby? • If you require day care, what facilities are available?
• How is the traffic in the area? • How is the grocery shopping and other necessary services such as banks, dry cleaners, pharmacy, cinema and restaurants? • What kind of recreation facilities are available in the neighbourhood? Where is the nearest branch of the public library and community centre, if these are important to you? • How do the noise levels vary at different times of the day and would this be a factor in your decision? • If you are a walker or if you have a dog, is the neighbourhood accessible to scenic walking trails, off-leash areas or greenspace? • If you have health issues and need to be close to a medical clinic or hospital, is the facility close by? • What is the general ambience of the area? Is the apartment in a primarily residential or commercial district? • If you need to be close to an older
parent or relative, this may also impact on your decision. If you are looking to relocate to another city or province due to work or school, the Internet (Ed’s note: therentersguide. ca is a great source) offers many sites that provide listings of apartments as well as information about the general rental climate in any given area. Depending on the site you may be able to search by province, region or major cities. Some specialized rental sites may include photographs, descriptions, links to floor plans and even virtual tours. Narrowing your search down to two or three neighbourhoods at the beginning will help simplify the process.
Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.
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Moving can be stressful for children. The change can be overwhelming, but there are ways to make it easier on them.
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moving It’s important to inform your kids about the family’s plans to move as soon as you can. The more time they have to prepare, the easier it will be for them, say child psychologists who suggest that children should participate in the decision-making. If kids feel included and take ownership of their new-home decision, the transition will go much easier. Moving is a family process so share the excitement and responsibilities with every member of the family. Give everyone an age-appropriate responsibility. Kids will enjoy decorating their moving boxes. And when you are in your new home, it will be easier for them to find their stuff. Throughout the move, stay as upbeat and calm as possible. Give your children a chance to express their feelings and try to be honest about your own feelings. Most children will feel some anger, sadness or may worry about the move. Reassure them they aren’t alone and it’s OK to have these feelings. Involve your kids in the packing process and start packing items you will not need ahead of time. Sentimental items your children treasure such as special blankets, beloved stuffed animals and photo albums should be kept in a separate bag or box which they can keep close until moving day, and then bring with them to your new home. Plan a date to tour your new neighbourhood with your family. If it’s not a long distance, why not ride your bikes and scope out your children’s favourite activities and even fast food locations, new neighbourhood tennis courts, soccer clubs, baseball associations.
emails and addresses of important people in their lives. Prepare cards that have their name and new address on them to hand out to friends. If you are moving within the same city, try to schedule a few play dates with their friends before your move day.
Check with the local school PTA to determine if there is a Welcome Wagon program, arrange a tour of their new school and meet the teachers ahead of moving day.
Give your kids an inexpensive digital camera to take as many pictures as possible of their friends prior to moving day. This way, they’ll have a reason to stay in touch as they share the photos.
Make sure children say goodbye to the important people in their lives. Help them prepare a list of phone numbers,
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can maintain their friendships while they make new friends in their new neighbourhood. Child psychology experts agree that if kids know they can stay in touch with friends and loved ones, it will make the move less traumatic.
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Leslie Styles, foodie & travel aficionado, shares some delicious dishes found on her travels around the world.
Gorgonzola, Pancetta & Onion Quiche
Directions For the pastry, mix the flour, salt and baking powder together in a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Add butter and pulse about 20 times, to finely mix in the butter. Add the egg and egg yolk and pulse until the dough just begins to form a small ball. Turn out the dough and press into a disc about 1/2-inch thick. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate until ready to use. Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly brush the inside of six removable-bottom mini quiche pans with canola oil or cooking spray. Roll out the pastry thinly on a lightly floured surface and cut out circles to line the 6 pans. Prick the base of the tart bottoms and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Then bake for five minutes, and remove from oven; let cool on a large baking sheet.
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lthough quiche is now a classic dish of French cuisine, it actually originated in Germany in the medieval kingdom of Lothringen, later renamed Lorraine by the French. The term quiche came from küchen, the German word for cake. The original quiche Lorraine was an open pie with an egg and cream custard and smoked bacon or lardons. The addition of Gruyère cheese makes quiche au gruyère or quiche vosgienne. Quiche Alsacienne is similar to Quiche Lorraine, although onions are added to the recipe. These days, there are as many versions of quiche as there are culinary inspired chefs and home cooks. I recently picked up a set of mini tart pans with removable bottoms that inspired me to make these delicious mini Caramelized Onion, Pancetta and Gorgonzola Quiche. Caramelizing the onions gives them a rich, sweet flavor that compliments wonderfully with the salty crisp pancetta. Add some flavourful knobs of Gorgonzola cheese and you have a mouthful of flavours that blossom beautifully in the savoury custard and buttery crust – the perfect addition to any brunch or luncheon buffet.
Melt the butter in a heavy frying pan and then add the chopped onions. Cook over low heat, stirring often until onions are very soft and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Add the pancetta into the pan and cook over medium heat until crisp and browned, about five to seven minutes. To compose the quiche, divide the cooked onions and sprinkle into the bottom of each of the quiche, followed by the pancetta. Break apart the Gorgonzola and divide into the 6 pans, then add the grated Parmesan cheese. Finally, sprinkle the parsley evenly over the onions and cheese. In a bowl, beat together the cream and egg yolks until light. Add the chopped rosemary and cracked pepper. Pour the egg and cream mixture evenly into each mini quiche leaving just a little room to expand. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned and set, and let stand five minutes before serving.
Caramelized Onion, Pancetta & Gorgonzola Quiche ingredients Makes 6 mini quiche › 1 large onion, peeled and chopped › 2 tbsp butter TheRentersGuide.ca › 1/2 cup diced pancetta or thick bacon › 1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese, diced › 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese › 5 tbsp finely chopped parsley › 1 cup heavy cream › 1/2 cup whole milk › 5 large egg yolks TheRentersGuide.ca
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› 2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary › cracked black pepper Savoury Pastry Dough: › 1 1/2 cups flour › 1/2 tsp salt › 1 tsp baking powder › 10 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces › 1 large egg › 1 large egg yolk
Leslie Styles is president of Styles Design Inc., a Toronto-based branding and communications TheRentersGuide.ca agency, and author of Scrumpdillyicious, a food & travel blog dedicated to all things delicious. She can be reached at stylesdesign.net and scrumpdillyicious.blogspot.com
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Battleford & Glen Erin
Meadowvale Gardens
NORTH MISSISSAUGA YORK TH’S
The Premium Choice in Rental Living
1 free parking with a move-in date of November 15th or earlier*
1, 2 & 3 bedroom SUITES from $1241 suites include
facilities include
• All utilities included • air conditioning • 3 appliances: fridge, stove, dishwasher • wood-burning fireplace • vertical blinds and carpeting • indoor and outdoor storage • security intercom
close to • Close to Hwy 401 & 407 • daycare centre • community centre • schools • churches • shopping • transit & GO train
2869 Battleford Rd.
905.219.9820
www.meadowvalegardens.com Winston Churchill Blvd
rental office hours: Monday to Thursday: 9 am - 7 pm; Friday: 9 am - 5 pm Saturday & Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm
• fully equipped exercise room • outdoor swimming pool • tennis court • squash court • Sauna • resident lounge • on-site management office • Smart Card laundry • Underground parking
*Selected suites only and some conditions apply. *Subject to availability and certain conditions.
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Choose your size free
parking utilities included
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• Unique low rise
• Ample parking available
• Close to transit, Woodbine Racetrack, airport and highways
• Surrounded by lots of green space with on-site playground
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The Premium Choice in Rental Living
WE HAVE 1, 2 & 3 bedroom SUITES starting from $1157
30 Elm Drive East
905.219.1442 theelmwoods.com
8130
Burnhamthorpe Rd.E. Mississauga Valley Blvd Elm Dr. E.
Cawthra Rd.
rental office hours: Monday to Thursday 11 am - 7 pm; Friday 9 am - 5 pm Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
• Guest suite • Smart card laundry room • Gathering room • BBQ area & putting green • Close to Square One • Easy access to 403, 410, 401 & QEW
Hurontario St.
• All utilities included • Exceptional living at Hurontario & Burnhamthorpe • Excellent features include central air conditioning & vertical blinds • Security camera and keyless remote access • Tennis court, fitness facility
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51-67 Ardglen Drive, Clarence & Kennedy, Brampton 905-456-7162
(For Superintendent)
• 905-459-8048 • 416-968-9439 • On-site laundry facilities • Private backyard • Full sized basements • Includes 1 parking spot • Close to schools, shopping & parks
Ardglen Dr.
Kennedy
1095 from $ 1195
Main St. S.
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1650 Dundas Street East, Dixie & Dundas, Mississauga 647-891-2797 • 416-968-9438 • Easy Access To Public Transit • Great Shopping • Close to Great Restaurants • Shopping, restaurants located right in the complex!! • Heat, water, hydro included • Parking included • Laundry facilities
Rent an apartment today and RECEIVE A FREE WYNN FITNESS MEMBERSHIP* Located at 98 The Esplanade, Toronto, Ontario CLUBS 416-366-9966
• Carpet/Hardwood • Elevator BLOOR ST.
1 bEDROOMS from $1050 MASSIVE 2 bEDROOMS from $1250
DIXIE RD.
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• Fridge, Stove
427 DUNDAS ST.
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• More schools
• More shopping convenient pathway to Shoppers World
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more... • More convenience moments to Hwy 403, 401, 410 & 407 with public transit at your door •More Amenities including tennis, indoor pool, sauna, billiards
plus...
• FULLY EQUIPPED GYMS • sunny 1st floor laundry room • AIR CONDITIONED SUITES • GORGEOUS VIEWS OF DOWNTOWN TORONTO SKYLINE • EXTREMELY WELL-MAINTAINED
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9 Lisa 905.457.3104 1 Bedrooms from $945 2 Bedrooms from $1075 3 Bedrooms from $1215
11 Lisa 905.456.2777 1 Bedrooms from $945 2 Bedrooms from $1075 3 Bedrooms from $1215
15 Eastbourne 905.791.0608 Bachelors from $795 1 Bedrooms from $945 2 Bedrooms from $1075 3 Bedrooms from $1215
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• Near City Centre and GO Trains • Immaculate buildings • Close to medical centre • Laundry facilities • Close to schools • Major shopping within walking distance
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Brampton's Best
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WELCOME TO OUR BRAMPTON COMMUNIT Y! 3 & 11 Knightsbridge • 5 Kings Cross Road
• Large suites with private balconies; parking is available • S chools, shopping and public transit at your doorstep! • Next to Bramalea City Centre • On-site building managers Only a limited number of units available at these special prices
1 bedroom suites from $
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2 bedroom suites from $
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Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 am - 8 pm, Saturday & Sunday: 9 am - 5 pm
Bramalea City Centre
Central Pa
289-323-0689
Knightsbridge
Dixie Rd.
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The
Magic Jars If you’ve never had a budget that worked before, try this. you may like it. B y Gai l Vaz -Ox lade
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was shopping with my daughter in Payless when a woman heading towards me pointed at me and said, “I watched you on TV last night, which is why I’m shopping here instead of there,” she laughed as she pointed to the more expensive shoe store across the mall. Her husband who was toting a tot on his shoulders laughed too and said they were living on the jars.
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Everyone wants to use the “magic” jars. No matter where I go, people tell me they’re living on the jars and lovin’ it. Wow! Something so simple, eh? Since I put up the website the most questions I’ve had have been about the jars: how much to put in them, how often to refill them, and lots more. There’s no formula for how much goes in each jar. It really does depend on each individual budget. But you can figure this out for yourself by going to Gail’s Guide to Building a Budget and following the instructions, and the link to Gail’s Interactive Budget Worksheet. This worksheet will show you what should go into the jars. It’s a bit of trial-and-error to find the right mix, but keep at the budget until you balance and you’ll have a really good road map to move forward. You can find these tools on my website gailvazoxlade.com. The jars aren’t actually the “magic” in making money work; the budget is. The real magic is the fact that people seem to want to use the jars – people hate to budget – and I think it’s because it’s so tangible. You decide how much to put in the jars, you put the money in, you live on it, you can see when the dough’s running out so you have to stop spending, and you get a real kick out of having money left in the jars.
for them, which is what I usually do. But when I checked in with them the following week on how the jars were going, they were very happy – and they had money left!
That’s the part that really blows my mind. I cut the budgets of people I work with by 50 per cent, 70 per cent as much as 90 per cent – what, you didn’t see that show? – and they still manage to have money left at the end of the month. Whazzup with that?
That’s the beauty – often overlooked – of a budget… it’s your road map so you get to say how much you’re spending in each category. If driving a new car isn’t important to you, you can cut back on your transportation costs and beef up your grocery bill, entertainment, debt repayment or savings. The important thing is that the bottom line balance… you can’t spend more money than you make. If you can’t balance, then maybe you have to find a way to make more money.
I was working with a couple who had to figure out how much went into the jars as their first challenge. They loved it. Not at first, though.
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When I gave them the challenge, they were really disappointed. They had hoped I would balance the budget
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When I asked why things were going so well, she said she felt empowered being able to figure out the budget and adjust it as their circumstances change. You got it babe!
As for how often you put money into the jars, again that’s a personal choice. When
I worked with my first couple, we put it in monthly. When I followed up on them Tasia says she’s still using the jars, but they switched to putting the money in weekly. People find it easier to work with the shorter time frames. Managing your money isn’t rocket science. And it isn’t magic. It’s discipline. You have to be determined to live on what you make, passionate about getting your consumer debt (credit cards, lines of credit) paid off in three years or less, and convince that it is important to have some money set aside for the future. If you’ve never had a budget that worked before, try it. You may like it. And it may be the first step to eliminating that sinking feeling in your stomach every time you think about your bank account. Gail Vaz-Oxlade is the host of Til Debt Do Us Part and author of Debt Free Forever and blogs daily at www.gailvazoxlade.com. Follow Gail on Twitter at TheRentersGuide.ca Twitter.com/GailVazOxlade
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Beautiful Views of Lake Ontario
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Royal York
1 Bedrooms from $1,075 2 Bedrooms from $1,230
Live like you own. Village Gate West –takes rental living to a whole new level. Residents enjoy clubstyle living and a vibrant social scene with a variety of fitness and entertainment amenities. Suites are brand new, modern and many offer spectacular views. Add the convenience of the Concert On-Call service, which ensures you receive prompt attention should anything go wrong, and you’ll never dream of renting anywhere else. There’s a suite here that’s right for you. Make the smart move to Village Gate West!
NORTH ETOBICOKE YORK TH’S
Rent smart.
The Village Gate West Advantage • close to transit • 5 in-suite appliances • party room with landscaped courtyard, bbqs, and outdoor play area • fully appointed 24-hour gym • large screen theatre • entertainment/meeting lounge • pet friendly • leed gold certified building
now renting
rental office
Starting from Studio $1,170 1 Bedroom $1,330 2 Bedroom $1,640 2 + Den $1,910 3 Bedroom Townhouse $2,200
11 Dunbloor Road mon – thu 11 am – 7 pm fri – sun 1 1 am – 5 pm
647.361.6659
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Etobicoke
www.hrpm.ca
1 YEAR FREE PARKING*
GORGEOUS LOCATION
20/30 Fontenay Court
1407 Royal York Rd.
ONE & THREE
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Live the life you imagined. 416.249.2386 416.240.6114
Eglinton/Scarlett 20/30 Fontenay Court 416.249.2386
Eglinton/Royal York 1407 Royal York Road 416.240.6114
Just minutes from great schools, shopping, golf courses and La Rose Barkery • E-tenant machines in lobby for debit rental payments
Convenient location • Close to shopping Outdoor pool • Central air conditioning • TTC to Royal York subway • Excellent public & separate schools nearby
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Live the life you imagined. Martin Grove & Eglinton 10 & 22 Willowridge Rd. 416.628.4511 • • • •
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H & R Property Management Ltd. *Some conditions apply, selected units only.
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COMPLETELY RENOVATED BUILDING & SUITES!
Riverside Apartments 2737 & 2757 Kipling Avenue Just North of Finch
NORTH ETOBICOKE YORK TH’S
The Standout on Kipling!
Bachelors from $700 1 Bedrooms from $850 2 Bedrooms from $1025 3 Bedrooms from $1195 Newly Renovated Suites Include: New kitchens, Ceramic floors and much more! • Brand new appliances • Surrounded by beautiful parkland with views of the river • Lots of storage • On-site convenience store • On-site management office • Childrens playground • On-site security & cameras • Bus at front door • Close to Catholic & public schools, shops & Albion Centre • Easy access to Hwys. 427, 401, 407 & 7 • Parking $45 month
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08173
647-891-1553
MOST BEAUTIFUL BUILDING ON THE STREET!
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Live the life you imagined. Kipling & Finch 46 & 50 Panorama Ct. 416.747.1318 AMENITIES Minutes from major shopping at Albion Mall, TTC & schools • Air Conditioning • Indoor pool & sauna at 46 Panorama • Beautiful parks nearby
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SUPER DEALS ON NOW!
NORTH ETOBICOKE YORK TH’S
263 & 265 Dixon Road Dixon & Islington
• L arge, bright, renovated suites in a park-like setting • Outdoor swimming pool • TTC at your door • Furnished model suite available for viewing • Re-designed corridors • Easy access to highway
1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from
$969
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416-628-7157 briarlane.ca
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a great apartment is just a click away!
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55 Emmett Avenue Eglinton & Scarlett
• Large apartments • Convenience store, beauty salon, dry cleaner, daycare centre, grocery store and restaurant all on site • TTC at your door
Bachelors, 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from
$800
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bachelors, one & two bedrooms
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• walking distance to grocery store, churches and schools • over-sized balconies with spectacular views of the city • daycare centre on-site • spacious floorplans • on-site security (patrols) • free access to fitness and recreation facilities • walk to parks, cycling and jogging
For Photo & Virtual Tours
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Steps to world class amenities Stunning downtown views
• Galleries, theatres, nightclubs, boutiques, concert halls, restaurants • D.V.P. access • @ Sherbourne subway • Walk to Riverdale Park and Allen Gardens • On-site daycare • Free access to fitness centre • On-site security (patrols)
For private appointment CONTACT US:
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parliament650@wpsq.ca Wellesley@wpsq.ca Or virtual tour VISIT US: www.gsrentals.ca
630 Vesta Drive • Bathurst & Eglinton 647-891-5025 2 Bedrooms from $1195
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Downtown’s Best Locations 66 Spadina Road • Spadina & Bloor 647-891-5018 1 Bedrooms from $1250 70 Spadina Road • Spadina & Bloor 647-891-5019 Bachelors from $995-1095 • 1 Bedrooms from $1295 2 Bedrooms from $1295 125 Lawton Blvd. • Yonge & St. Clair 647-891-5017 1 Bedrooms from $1150 85 Wellesley Street East • Wellesley & Church 647-891-5026 • 416-968-9439 Bachelors from $995-$1095
91 Cosburn Avenue • Cosburn & Pape 647-891-5012 1 Bedrooms from $1095 • 2 Bedrooms from $1295
OR CALL OUR RENTAL HOTLINE TODAY For Further details
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416.977.8400
Weekdays: 9 am – 7 pm Weekends: 11am – 5 pm
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Forest Hill Area
Large — Luxurious — Freshly Painted
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SPECIAL!
Rental Office Located at 145 MARLEE CALL TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION
647.955.5926
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Welcome to Metropolitan Apartments, located in the sought-after neighbourhood of Yonge and Lawrence. Steps away from a wide selection of shopping, amenities, recreation and the TTC. Paying homage to its architectural past, Metropolitan Apartments has art deco details and every modern convenience that is in demand today. Ä‘Ĺ?Ĺ? +*0!),+. .5Ĺ? 1/0+)Ĺ? !/%#*!.Ĺ?'%0 $!*/Ĺ? with stainless steel appliances Ä‘Ĺ?Ĺ? .%#%* (Ĺ?$ . 3++ Ĺ?"(++.%*#Ĺ? * Ĺ? ( //% Ĺ? crown moulding throughout your suite Ä‘Ĺ?Ĺ? 0 0!ÄĄ+"ÄĄ0$!ÄĄ .0Ĺ?"%0*!//Ĺ?.++) 2 bedrooms starting from 72G
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Seeley Estates
Keele & Sheppard • Large, freshly decorated suites • Parkland setting overlooking Downsview Dells Park • Four low-rise buildings set on your own street • Convenient to Hwys 401 & 400
1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms from
$780
Call today!
416-628-7164 briarlane.ca
a great apartment is just a click away!
155 Antibes Drive Bathurst & Steeles
Huge, bright renovated suites Fabulous full suite length balconies Gleaming hardwood & new appliances Fitness Facility Close to schools, shopping, parks & TTC
2 & 3 Bedrooms from
$1,189
08205
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Making a splash in Regent park! Regent Park Aquatic Centre celebrating first anniversary on October 29! Looking for a great new place to take a plunge? The Regent Park Aquatic Centre is a year-round, state-of-art facility open to everyone.
Situated at the corner of Dundas Street and Sumach Street, across from the new Daniels Spectrum – a 60,000 sq. ft. cultural hub, this fullyaccessible, culturally-sensitive facility delivers programs and services for the vibrant and diverse downtown east
The centre opened its doors October 29, 2012 in Regent Park. It’s an important
community.
new amenity as it is a focal point for recreation in the area and indicates the
“Seeing children arrive at the Centre
interest and investment being made into the Regent Park community. The
for the first time is always a treat for
downtown neighbourhood is undergoing a revitalization, being led by Toronto
staff,” says Gary Sanger, Supervisor
Community Housing along with partners, including the City of Toronto and
of Aquatics, City of Toronto’s Parks,
The Daniels Corporation.
Forestry and Recreation. “You can see
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pool with massaging jets where patrons can relax and socialize; and a six-lane, 25-metre lap pool for the athletically inclined. The centre also has a one-metre diving board, Tarzan rope and a fifteen-foot-high water slide. The Regent Park Aquatic Centre is currently running 139 swim programs, including lessons for all ages as well as female-only programs. But the centre is not just for swimmers. The public can take advantage of the affordable permit spaces for birthday parties, group meetings or other events.
the excitement in their eyes as they peer through the glass and see all of the great things they are about to experience.” Featuring black zinc metal panels with blue glass accents and a knot-free cedar ceiling above the lobby entrance, the Centre has many distinctive design features. Skylights and glass panels control and maximize light, and six sliding glass doors give swimmers an ‘indoor-outdoor’ feel. There are three separate pools: a shallow warm-water splash pool with an assortment of fun stations and water features – perfect for kids; a therapeutic
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Celebrating its first anniversary is just the first of many milestones for this community favourite. As the next phase is completed, the grounds of the Centre will be transformed into a lovely open park and pavilion, with the amazing architecture of the Aquatic Centre as a feature attraction. The Aquatic Centre is just one of many new community amenities in the area. Through partnerships with The Daniels Corporation and the City of Toronto, Toronto Community Housing is transforming Regent Park into a vibrant, liveable community with a mix of rental and market condominium housing, commercial space and new community infrastructure and facilities. Toronto Community Housing has affordable apartments available in the West Don Lands, just down the street from the Regent Park Aquatic Centre. Visit torontohousing.ca/rent or call 416-981-RENT (7368) to learn more about affordable rentals and how to qualify. For information on Toronto pool locations and operating hours, call 311 or visit toronto.ca/parks.
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640 Roselawn Ave.
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416-656-1723
666 Ontario St.
666ontario@greenwin.ca
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416-962-0551
60 Gloucester St.
60gloucester@greenwin.ca
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416-924-0540
95 Jameson Ave.
95jameson@greenwin.ca
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15/25 Canyon Ave.
canyon@greenwin.ca
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416-631-9377
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80cosburn@greenwin.ca
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416-467-1880
1639 Bloor St.
1639bloor@greenwin.ca
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25 San Romanoway
25sanromanoway@greenwin.ca
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416-736-0080
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1130wilson@greenwin.ca
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416-630-5607
2788 Keele St.
2788keele@greenwin.ca
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160/170/180/200 Chalkfarm Dr. renttheoaks@greenwin.ca
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416-241-2445
101-113 Valleywoods Rd.
donvalleywood@greenwin.ca
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1213-1229 York Mills Rd.
donvalleywood@greenwin.ca
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65 Windermere Ave.
windermere@greenwin.ca
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416-766-0817
75 Windermere Ave.
windermere@greenwin.ca
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550 Scarborough Golf Club Rd. 550scarboroughgolf@greenwin.ca
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416-431-1622
51 Trailridge Cres.
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416-282-5607
672 Kennedy Rd.
672kennedy@greenwin.ca
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416-266-1221
10 Ionview Rd.
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2223 Eglinton Ave.
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2225 Eglinton Ave.
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1140 Kingston Rd.
1140kingston@greenwin.ca
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700 Kingston Rd.
700kingston@greenwin.ca
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2255 Victoria Park Rd.
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Dawes & Victoria Park - 390 Dawes Rd.
From $849
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From $1010
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From $749
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From $775
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51G
West - C6
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From $1095
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From $949
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Dixon & Islington - 311 Dixon Rd
From $869
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From $1170
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From $939
Islington & Rexdale - 70 Rexdale Blvd.
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Kipling & Finch - 2737 & 2757 Kipling Ave.
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Martin Grove & 401 - 695 Martin Grove Rd. & 60 Callowhill Dr. From $899
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From $950
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From $899
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From $1095
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From $1010
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From $1110
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From $839
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From $1145
Hwy. 427 & Burnhamthorpe - 545 The West Mall
From $910
Kipling & Albion - 2667 & 2677 Kipling Ave.
From $1100
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Rexdale & Islington - 7 Auburndale Court, 102-108 Bergamot Ave. From $1309
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Lakeshore Blvd. W. & Park Lawn Rd. - 2313 & 2323 Lakeshore From $850
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From $625
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From $993
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From $1157
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Cawthra & Dundas - 600 & 620 Lolita Gardens
From $999
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Dixie & Dundas - 1650 Dundas St. E
$1050-$800
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Dundas St & Mississauga Rd - 1301 Dundas St West
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West - E3
88G
Erin Mills Parkway & Dundas St - 1980 Fowler Ave
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West - E4
88G
Glen Erin & Battleford - 2869 Battleford Rd.
From $1241
West - E4
47G
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Hurontario & Burnhamthorpe - 1477 Mississauga Valley Blvd. From $1185
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From $1157
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Hurontario & Burnhamthorpe - 3665 Arista Way
From $1180
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From $1240
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Hurontario & Queensway - 2247 Hurontario
From $825
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Tomken & Dundas - 935 Dundas St. E.
From $1232
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From $1275
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From $899
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Hurontario & QEW - 2070 Camilla Rd.
From $730
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Hurontario & BUrnhamthorpe - 1423 Mississauga Valley Blvd. From $1160
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West - E4
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West - E4
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West - E4
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2441 Finch Ave W.
From $909
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30, 32, 34 St. Dennis Drive
From $951
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Bathurst & Finch - 120 Torresdale Ave.
From $1240
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Bathurst & Finch - 300 Antibes Drive
From $1275
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Bathurst & Finch - 623 & 625 Finch Ave. W
From $1050
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Bathurst & Sheppard - 4383 Bathurst St.
From $1108
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Bathurst & Sheppard - 4415 Bathurst St.
From $1108
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Bathurst & Sheppard - 569 Sheppard Ave. W.
From $1108
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Bathurst & Steeles - 5950 Bathurst St.
From $845
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From $950
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From $825
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Don Mills & Eglinton - 7 & 11 Rochefort
From $825
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Don Mills & Sheppard - 175 Shaughnessy
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Don Mills & Sheppard - 2980 Don Mills Rd.
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Don Mills & Sheppard - 335 Van Horne Ave.
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Don Mills & Sheppard - 30 Godstone Rd
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Don Mills & York Mills - 100 Graydon Hall Drive
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From $1515
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Hwy 400 & Jane - 100 York Gate Blvd.
From $900
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Jane & Sheppard - 2000 Sheppard Ave. W.
From $999
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Jane & Steeles - 4750 Jane St.
From $829
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Keele & Finch - 500 Murray Ross Parkway
From $950
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From $825
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Seeley Estates
From $755
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Weston Rd. & Finch - 137 Lindy Lou Rd.
From $909
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Yonge & Sheppard - 151 Beecroft Rd.
From $1390
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Yonge & Sheppard - 325 Bogert Ave.
From $849
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From $699
66 Parkwoods Village Dr.
From $975
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Don Mills & Lawrence - 1001 Lawrence
From $1025
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Don Mills & Lawrence - 1071 Don Mills
From $1025
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Don Mills & Lawrence - 16 The Donway
From $1025
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From $949
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37G
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Central - B5
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Don Mills & Eglinton - 55 & 65 Wynford Heights Cres.
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From $995
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DVP & Eglinton - 18 Tinder Cres.
From $875
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DVP & lawrence - 50 Underhill
From $1100
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DVP & York Mills - 235 Brookbanks
From $1025
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Finch & Islington - 35 Duncanwoods Dr.
From $1040
Finch & Weston Rd. - 1775 Weston
From $800
Jane & Wilson - 195 Exbury Rd. Weston & Hwy. 401 - 2460 Weston Rd.
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From $925
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From $1195
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Birchmount & Sheppard - 10, 40 & 50 Carabob Crt.
From $1025
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Birchmount & Sheppard - 2350 Birchmount Rd.
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Birchmount & St. Clair - 544, 550 & 552 Birchmount Rd
From $795
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Danforth & Eglinton - 1284 Danforth Ave.
From $1165
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Finch & Pharmacy - 100 Sprucewood Crt.
From $1000
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Hey 401 & Meadowvale - 1 dean Park Rd
From $915
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Kennedy & Hwy. 401 - 1, 11, 20, 30, & 41 Antrim Cres.
From $885
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From $953
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Pharmacy & St. Clair - 263, 273, 283 Pharmacy Ave.
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Bathurst & Lawrence - 6 Drexel Rd./26 - 34 Saranac Blvd. From $860
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Birchmount & Finch - 65-99 Silver Springs Park Blvd.
From $882
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From $1049
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Danforth & Eglinton - 10 & 20 Trudelle
From $855
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From $900
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Kingston & Eglinton - 3434 Eglinton
From $879
Kingston & Markham - 40 Parkcrest Dr.
From $995
McCowan & Lawrence - 3125 Lawrence Ave. E.
From $748
Morningside & Ellesmere - 70 Mornelle Crt. Victoria Park & Eglinton - 12 Craigton
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411 Eglinton Ave. wEST
From $1375
445 Eglinton AVe. EAST
From $1100
50 Portland Street
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Avenue & Lawrence W. - 515 Rosewell Ave.
From $1496
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From $1195
Bay & Bloor - 1101 Bay St.
From $1330
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Bay & Dundas - 570 Bay street
From $1196
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Bay & Wellesley - 925 Bay Street
From $1475
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Church & Shuter - 167 Church St.
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Church & Wellesley - 85 Wellesley St. E
From $995
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Don Mills & Sheppard - 225 Van Horne
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Dovercourt & Bloor - 730 Dovercourt Rd.
From $977
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Dupont & Spadina - 330 Dupont St.
From $1050
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Eglinton & Mt Pleasant - 890 Mount Pleasant Rd
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Keele & Sheppard - 3390 Keele St
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Toronto Glossy
2837 Yonge St.
Central - D5 77G
Central - B3
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From $899
Mount Pleasant & Eglinton - 1000 Mount Pleasant
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From $1095
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Location! Location! East G.T.A. — Scarborough Unfurnished Apartments
victoria park&eglinton 12 Craigton
925
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• On site daycare • On-site security (patrols) • Free access to Rec Centre
280 Wellesley St. (main floor) 416-929-8195
• Swimming pool • Underground parking • Close to Cabbage Town, Riverdale Park, Zoo & Allan Gardens • Close to schools, shopping & restaurants For photos & virtual tour visit gsrentals.ca or email: wellesley@rogers.com
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650 Parliament St. (main floor) 416-929-6278 77 Howard St. (main floor) 416-921-1557
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COMPLEX
Toronto Unfurnished
A CROSSWAYS OF CONVENIENCE
DUNDAS WEST SUBWAY AT YOUR DOOR STEP! BACHELORS FROM
1 BEDROOMS FROM
859 1039 $
• All utilities & air conditioning included
• On-site management & security guards
• Indoor swimming pool
• Minutes to Downtown Toronto
• Indoor shopping mall on-site
• Spectacular views
Main Floor, Rental Office Hours Mon-Thurs Friday Saturday
Oct. 26 - Nov. 02, 2013
9:00-6:00 9:00-5:00 11:00-5:00
KEELE ST.
www.thecrossways.com
416-532-3331 Directions: 3 blocks east of High Park (Keele St.) on the northeast corner of Dundas & Bloor.
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KEELE STATION
BLOOR SUBWAY HIGH PARK
PARKSIDE DRIVE
2340 Dundas St. W.
00866
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décor
Luxe
on the home front can be yours
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hen it comes to fashion and home trends, it’s the luxury brands that lead the way. When we fall in love with them, we fall for more than just the merchandise. The hot pink of the shopping bag, the signature blue jewellery box or the cheerful yellow champagne label give us a little glimpse of the good life. Not everyone can swing the hefty price tags, but there’s one way to get the look into your home without breaking the bank – with those famous signature colours.
“There’s a psychology behind those colour choices,” says Benjamin Moore colour and style expert Sharon Grech.“The famous signature colours chosen by designers are more than just colours. They’re symbols of the lifestyle – elegant oranges, regal reds, aristocratic blues - the great news is that it’s easy to create the same feeling by matching these posh paint colours.” New tech tools, such as the Benjamin Moore Colour Capture App, are the surefire way to determine that exact shade of orange on your favourite designer’s hang tag. Just snap a picture and the app instantly finds a match among thousands of paint colours. The app also features a colour wheel that allows you to tap on any area to see the closest colour. The moment you feel inspired you can use the app to grab the colour and even share it with your friends on Facebook or Twitter. “Adding a dramatic dash of luxury is as easy as painting a full room or creating a burst of colour with an accent wall,” says Grech.“A big part of what makes the colours you see in designer branding so unique are the elegant combinations. For example, a soft blue looks stately when paired with a sharp navy blue, and a regal deep purple really sings next to a steely grey. ”
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Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY
Lansdowne & Dupont MON.-THURS. 8 AM - 8 PM FRI. 8
• Safe, secure building • Utilities included
1 BDRM
950
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• Freshly decorated suites
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416.536.2541 Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
2 impressive locations!
owntown Toronto Walmer Place on Bloor at 7 Walmer Road
Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedrooms •
Walk to University of Toronto
• Located beside Spadina subway station • Freshly decorated • On-site convenience store • Balconies & underground parking • Exercise room & sauna • Laundry facilities • Utilities included Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
(416) 922-7268
Rental office located at 360 Bloor, suite 207 Oct. 26 - Nov. 02, 2013
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End Your Search Here! carborough Kennard Place Kennedy & Sheppard 3845 Sheppard Ave. E.
1, 2, 2 Plus Den & 3 Bedrooms • Walking distance to GO station • Opposite No Frills & shopping mall • Easy access to TTC • Freshly decorated • Laundry facilities • Underground parking • Utilities included Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
(416) 292-0224
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foodie
Sausage Risotto Primavera Colourful, loaded with delicious vegetables yet hearty and warming. SERVES: 6 TO 8 PREP TIME: 30 MINUTES COOK TIME: 30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup Mazola RightBlend! canola and olive oil blend 1 cup diced onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups arborio rice 1/2 cup dry white wine 1-1/2 tablespoons chicken flavour bouillon powder 6 cups very hot water 3 tablespoons Mazola RightBlend! canola and olive oil blend
INSTRUCTIONS: 1 Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; add onion and garlic and cook for three to four minutes until softened. Increase heat to medium-high. Add the rice and stir until completely coated with oil; cook for two minutes. Stir in white wine and cook until almost dry, one to two minutes. 2 Combine bouillon powder and hot water and mix until blend. Add one cup of broth to rice, stirring constantly, until most of the liquid is absorbed by the rice. Gradually stir in remaining broth one cup at a time, cooking and stirring until liquid is absorbed before adding the next cup. 3 While rice is cooking, heat three tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add vegetables and sautĂŠ for two to three minutes or until crisp tender. Stir in sausage, remove from heat; set aside until risotto is nearly finished cooking.
4 cups diced fresh vegetables, such as red and yellow bell peppers, asparagus, broccoli florets, zucchini, peas, butternut squash and carrots*
4 Risotto is ready after the last cup of broth has been stirred in and rice has thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vegetable mixture and Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with additional shaved Parmesan, if desired, and serve immediately.
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RECIPE TIP: Try using sausage made from chicken, turkey or pork.
1 cup shaved or shredded Parmesan cheese Salt & pepper to taste
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Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
Balliol Towers
Address of Distinction
487.4461 155 Balliol Street • 416.
Yonge & Davisville
ation at affordable prices • Fantastic mid-town loc ts & shopping • Walk to trendy restauran • Walk to subway • Indoor swimming pool • Balconies • Freshly painted suites • Clean, well-maintained
2 Bedroom
$1,320 from $1,525
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UTILITIES INCLUDED
Lakeview Towers
King & Dunn
Award Winning Penthouse
3 BEDROOM, 2 STOREY $3,200
Toronto Unfurnished
1 Bedroom
including utilities
s Spectacular Lake6.53V7.ie12w71 22 Close Avenue • 41
nt parks • Short walk to waterfro via TTC n tow • Moments to down by lob • Concierge security in • Big balconies • Outdoor pool • Loads of closet space • On-site tuck shop • Close to schools
$735 Jr. 1 Bedroom from $815 from $885 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom from $1,140
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UTILITIES INCLUDED
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Excellence in Apartment & Townhome Living!
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Location! Location! Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
dufferin&bloor 919 Dufferin
Walk to Dufferin SubWay
• card access
• steps to mall, theatres & shopping
• steps to subway & ttc
• newly decorated with gleaming
• large, spacious apts • underground parking avail.
hardwood floors
• well-maintained, clean building
Call Caroline 647-349-5047 www.3rproperties.com
DUPONT
BLOOR
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RENOVATED y l e t e l p Com SUITES!
PENTHOUSE Please call for availability
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YONGE & GERRARD ACROSS THE STREET FROM RYERSON! • Air conditioned • Heated indoor pool & sauna
JR. 1 BEDROOM
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• Minutes to the Eaton Centre, Dominion, theatres & restaurants 00875
40 GERRARD ST. E.
Toronto Unfurnished
BACHELORS
416-977-2921
Utilities Included
SAME DAY APPROVAL!
Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
01591
Bachelors from
$960
1 Bedroom from
$1275
Oct. 26 - Nov. 02, 2013
$1781
Asquith Ave.
Sherbourne St.
Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm
2 Bedroom from
Park Rd.
(416) 922-9155
Yonge St.
88 Bloor St. E
• Located over the subway, no need to go outside! • Air conditioning • Freshly decorated with parquet flooring • On-site laundry • Direct access to shops & restaurants • Located between the Hudson’s Bay & the Marriott • Underground parking available
Bloor St. E.
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Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
Toronto Unfurnished
“OVER $1 MILLION SPENT ON RENOVATIONS”
Phone: 647.977.3340 MetCap Connect: 416.906.6329
Upgraded units
Brand new cabinets in Kitchen, stainless steel appliances, finished floors, newly painted
Bachelor $859
1 Bedrooms $1,049 Utilities included: Heat, Water Hydro extra 2 Elevators Mailbox Laundry On-site Pet friendly Recycling program
04514
Standard units
Secured entry Indoor/Outdoor parking available Apartment Amenities: Fridge / Stove Spacious living room Balconies Hardwood flooring
40 & 60 Tyndall Avenue For further information about our amenities, please visit our website.
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Location! Location! Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
yonge&st. clair 70 Delisle ave.
Bachelor from
• complimentary locker • immaculate, well-maintained building
925
$
with friendly staff
• spacious, newly decorated with gleaming hardwood floors
Toronto Toronto Unfurnished Unfurnished
• large balconies
• 2 bdrms include 1.5 baths • card access • walk to subway, great shopping & theatres • discounted parking available
04341
Call sue 416-921-1301 www.3rproperties.com
Jr. 1 & King & Dufferin 1 bedroom Walking distance to shops, CNE, parks, on TTC transit line, hardwood floors
Convenient and Quality Living at your doorstep. You’ll love it! ✓ Newly Renovated Suites ✓ Bright & Spacious ✓ Parquet Flooring ✓ TTC/ Street Cars
03532
Central G.T.A. — Toronto Unfurnished Apartments
999
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from
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Parking available Air Conditioning Outdoor Pool Close to all amenities Connected to St. Clair Subway Smart Card laundry System
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/month
• Furnished Bachelors • 7 minute walk to Eaton Centre • 5 minute walk to Ryerson & George Brown College • Window coverings • Security • Parking available • Heat, hydro & water included • On-site laundry room
8 MONTHS LEASE ALSO AVAILABLE. CALL FOR DETAILS Oct. 26 - Nov. 02, 2013
416-961-1353 *Limited spaces available
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moving
Get a move on Surviving relocation
N
obody pretends that moving to a new home or condo is a walk in the park – but it needn’t be an out-and-out nightmare either. As moving day approaches, don’t wait to be overwhelmed with a flood of jobs that should have been tended to weeks before.
- If you’re doing the job yourself, book a truck. Self-movers should consult the truck rental company as to the truck size required to accommodate your belongings.
Here, you’ll find a step-by-step guide to easing some of the panic
- Take a good look at the floor plan of your new home and visualize your furniture arrangement. Decide which furniture you want to hang on to, and which, if any, should be set free.
associated with the big day:
8 weeks to go
- If you’re moving to a new town, make a phone call to the local Chamber of Commerce for information about schools, amenities, taxes, etc.
- Get estimates from several different moving companies and book a mover. If you decide to contract the mover to take care of your packing, arrange to have this done one or two days before the moving date.
- Properly dispose of anything you will be unable to move – ie, food in the freezer; flammable painting and cleaning supplies. If you’re moving from a condo, re-familiarize yourself with the contents of your locker.
5 weeks to go - Talk to your mover about costs, insurance, loading delivery and claims procedures. Ask your accountant about tax-deductible moving expenses, and be sure to retain any pertinent records. - Obtain copies of your family’s records from doctors, dentists, lawyers, accountants, etc.
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Transfer your children’s school records. - Fill out a change of address form at the post office. Inform creditors, magazine subscriptions, etc., of your new address.
4 weeks to go
If necessary, book a baby-sitter for moving day. - Return library books, videos and items long ago borrowed from neighbours.
2 days to go
- Arrange storage if needed.
If you’ve hired movers to pack for you, they should be doing so now.
- If your furniture, curtains or carpets need fixing, now is the time to have the work done.
Set aside a suitcase with the clothing and toiletries you’ll need along the way, or upon arrival in your new home.
- If you don’t want it, unload it at a garage sale: less to move, cash to gain.
3 weeks to go - Estimate how many boxes you’ll need and collect them from neighbourhood stores. Also collect the following: - newspapers - bubble wrap - scissors - utility knife - packing tape and string - labels and markers - furniture pads - dolly Moving day may seem eons away, but it’s time to start packing those things you won’t use before the move. Arrange for cancellation of utilities, television programming, phone, Internet, etc., and arrange for their setup at your new home.
Pack a survival kit for your first day, including: - scissors and utility knife - coffee cups, paper plates and - paper towels - tea kettle, instant coffee, tea and water/ soft drinks - phone book, pens and paper - garbage bags - soap and towels Valuables and important papers should be carefully secured. Bring these with you instead of packing them in the truck. Defrost your refrigerator and freezer. Be prepared to pay the movers on delivery day.
2 weeks to go - Arrange for the transfer of your bank accounts to your new branch. - Cancel or re-direct any direct deposit or automatic payment arrangements.
If you’re taking a lengthy journey, make travel and hotel reservations.
- Talk to your veterinarian about the best way to move your pet.
Have your address changed on your driver’s license, registration and insurance, and your health card. In major city centres, much of this can be easily done at automated kiosks found in designated shopping malls.
- Cancel delivery services and newspaper subscriptions.
Moving day - Pick up the truck early, if you’re moving yourself.
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- Make a list of every item loaded onto the truck.
- Have medical prescriptions transferred to a pharmacy in your new neighbourhood.
- Provide the mover with a phone number through which you can be reached.
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- Be available by phone to answer questions and direct the mover as needed. - Read the bill of lading before signing. - Put aside in a safe place until the transaction is seen through to the very end, including any settling of claims. - Ensure water and appliances are turned off in your old house. - Do a final inspection of your old basement, attic and garage. - Lock all doors and windows.
Upon arrival - As the truck is unloaded, check off each item on your list. Examine furniture for damage and settle your bill. - If you have children underfoot, open a box containing their toys and books. - Ensure utilities are in working order. - Sit back with the comforting beverage of your choice, ignore the disarray and feel proud.
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Keele & sheppard 3250 Keele street
North York Unfurnished
04525
1 Bedrooms
$859
Street
Sheppard Ave. W.
Keele
$699
Jane
Bachelor
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Finch Ave. W.
Downsview Park
Hwy 401
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50 Underhill Dr.
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UNDERHILL DR.
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416-901-7170
LAWRENCE AVE.
VICTORIA PARK AVE.
Call Dorothy
D.V.P.
Beautiful, immaculate Building SpaciouS eat-in kitchen treed, quiet Setting large BalconieS StepS to Shopping, Skating & Swimming card acceSS enSuite Storage newly decorated with gleaming hardwood floorS ttc in front of Building, eaSy acceSS to dVp puBlic pool & gym within walking diStance
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don mills&lawrence 16 the Donway
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Card aCCess
exCeptionally Clean,
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friendly on-site staff
well maintained
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theatre
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newly deCorated, with gleaming hardwood floors
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416-443-9535
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finances
BMO InvestOrLIne: Are YOu And YOur PArtner InvestIng sOuLMAtes? BMO IdentIfIes POssIBLe sOLutIOns tO eAse fInAncIAL frIctIOn AMOng cOuPLes when It cOMes tO InvestIng hABIts desire, without leaving the spender feeling deprived of the things they enjoy. Sharing and Risk Tolerance: Couples often decide to share an investment portfolio, however when it comes to risk tolerance many partners do not match up. One partner may be a more aggressive investor, investing primarily in risky investments that offer the potential for higher returns, while the other partner prefers investments that are more likely to preserve principal, even if that means earning lower returns.
BMO InvestOrLIne encOurages couples across the country to have the “Financial Talk” before they take their vows. “Finances can be one of the most common sources of disagreement among couples and a difference of opinion on money matters can affect everything - from a couple’s household budget, to their retirement investments,” said Cesar Rainusso, Vice President, BMO InvestorLine. “Ensure you and your new spouse have a ‘prosperous’ financial future by having an open dialogue early on that addresses these financial concerns and how, together, you can turn ‘my money’ into ‘our money’.” Couples may not always be a perfect match when it comes to their finances and investing strategies. Some situations include: Saver vs. Spender: One partner tends to be a saver; they make regular contributions to their savings accounts, including a retirement plan, and try to invest any extra cash. The other may not have a financial plan and spends any extra money. Helpful tip: TheRentersGuide.ca A couple in this situation would be wise to talk about their financial situation and investing habits early on to prevent friction down the road. They can choose a realistic amount to invest each month towards their goals and set aside a separate amount to spend on themselves and each other. Compromising will ensure the saver has the financial security they
Helpful tip: Diversifying a shared portfolio can help couples meet both investment styles. Selecting a mix of investments such as stocks, for higher returns, and more conservative options like bonds and cash, to insulate against market volatility, can provide couples with a strong portfolio that will meet their shared short-and-long term financial goals. Agree to Disagree: There are a variety of strategies that individuals employ which make them feel confident and comfortable with the growth of their investment portfolio. While many couples are able to meet in the middle and find something that works for both sides, sometimes a compromise cannot be reached when it comes to investment strategy, the asset mix in their portfolio and how it is managed. Helpful tip: If partners are unable to agree, it may be more beneficial to create separate investment portfolios. With individual portfolios each partner can be comfortable with their investments and how to best manage those assets. For more information on online investing, TheRentersGuide.ca please visit www.bmoinvestorline.com.
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Location! Location! don mills&lawrence Central G.T.A. — North York Unfurnished Apartments
North York Unfurnished
1071 Don Mills
Separate dining room with windowS
• StepS
1&2 Bedrooms starting at
ttC,
• exCeptionally • newly
theatre, Shopping
Clean, well maintained
Building
deCorated SuiteS with gleaming hardwood
floorS
• free
1,025
window CoveringS
• large
BalCony
• on-Site
laundry
• Storage • Card
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416-391-4023
THE DONWAY
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LAWRENCE
EGLINTON
03695
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from
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Top of the Valley Apartments
best views, best service
44 VALLEYWOODS ROAD Don Valley Parkway &York Mills Rd.
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1 Bedrooms
TOTALLY RENOVATED
$1025
2 Bedrooms
(with 1.5 baths)
$1225
3 Bedrooms (with 1.5 baths)
$1425
Hwy. 401
• • • •
Parkway Don Valley
Valley Woods Rd.
Don Mills Rd.
York Mills Rd.
one street east of DVP, south off York Mills
*FOR IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY
• Surveillance cameras • 15 min to downtown, bus at your door, quick access to DVP, 401 & 404, • Walk to shopping • Playground & picnic area • New elevators
647.977.0023
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don mills&lawrence 1001 lawrence avenue East
great views!
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1,025
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• steps from ttC, theatre, shopping
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on-site laundry
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storage lockers
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exceptionally clean, well maintained
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newly decorated,
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LESLIE ST.
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Exbury Towers
Central G.T.A. — North York Unfurnished Apartments
Jane & Wilson
195 Exbury Road UTILITIES INCLUDED
• Huge suites with balconies • Bright renovated apartments
00854
• Quiet, clean, well maintained building, close to TTC, schools, parks & shopping, outdoor pool, professional security patrols
925
$
416.907.8584
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KEELE
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eglinton&dvp 18 Tinder Crescent
great views!
416-750-2365
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Call alICE
• newly carpeted hallway corridors • easy highway access to dvp • steps to ttc • 24 hour friendly on-site staff
01033
refinished hardwood floors
• newly renovated bathrooms • new windows in every suite
monitored phone
VICTORIA PARK
charming lowrise building
• bright, newly decorated, painted with
• located on a quiet residential street • new elevator with 24 hour
SLOANE
875
$
• indoor garage parking available • complimentary locker • exceptionally maintained,
D.V.P.
1 Bedrooms starting at
EGLINTON
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NORTH YORK
Country Club Towers
North YorkUnfurnished Unfurnished Toronto
Weston Road and Hwy. 401
• Superbly maintained 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom suites • Utilities included • Overlooking the Humber River, Golf Course and parkland • TTC at your door and GO transit just a 5 minute walk away • Spacious balconies
• Laundry facilities • Swimming pool • 24 hour video surveillance system • Easy access to Hwys 401/400/409 and 427
Rental Office: 2460 Weston Road.
416-248-4000
For rental inquiries please email us at rent@qresidential.ca
www.qresidential.ca
01585
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01228
Central G.T.A. — North York Unfurnished Apartments
dvp&york mills 66 Parkwoods Village Dr.
3 bedrooms avaiLabLe
975
$
• excellent location with fabulous views
• new enterphone system
• steps to ttC, easy highway aCCess
• newly Carpeted hallways
• freshly deCorated suites
• new elevator
• refinished hardwood floors
• walk to sChools & shopping
• Convenient laundry rooms on
• building baCks onto park
every floor
North York Unfurnished
1 Bedrooms from
Large baLconies
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PARKWOODS
D.V.P.
Call graCe 416-510-8414
VI LLAGE DR.
VICTORIA PARK
YORK MILLS
Central G.T.A. — North York Unfurnished Apartments
Centrally Located at Weston Rd. South of Lawrence 1775 Weston Rd.
HWY 401
. RD LAWRENCE AVE. W.
Call Today! 416-247-6106
Bach, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms from
800
$
UTILITIES INCLUDED
• NEWLY RENOVATED • New appliances • Balconies • Hardwood floors • Easy access to 401 & 400 plus Airport • Close to GO Train & Shopping • TTC at your door! • Bus #58 to Pearson International Airport
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quicktips
Painting is an easy and affordable
update for your home
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hen it comes time to make improvements to your home, the good news is you don’t have to spend a fortune to make an impact. There are home updates you can complete without breaking the bank, like painting. Transforming your space with a fresh coat is easy and affordable. TheRentersGuide.ca
Add personality to a room with an accent wall – it’s an easy way to create a new focal point. If the rest of your walls are neutral, try a bright or bold colour. Be sure to use painter’s tape to create a clean paint line between the two colours. A popular seller is a brand called Painter’s Mate Green tape, which delivers premium results without the premium price. Do you have a piece of furniture that’s past its prime? Whether it’s an old pair of chairs in storage or a desk that’s seen better days, it’s easy to breathe new life into these pieces of forgotten furniture with a fresh coat of paint. You can add interest and a pop of colour to any room. Semi-gloss finishes works best when painting furniture because they’re easy-to-clean and hide any imperfections. Changing the colour of an interior door can make a big impact in any room. The key to getting this update right is colour selection. Choose a colour similar to your walls for the door, because you don’t want the contrast to be jarring. Be sure to paint the frame too, so the door doesn’t seem to float in space, and use a gloss or semi-gloss finish.
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Location! Location! Central G.T.A. — North York Unfurnished Apartments
york mills&dvp 235 Brookbanks
nEW LargE baLconiEs
1,025
$
• cOmplimentary lOcker • steps tO ttc & shOpping • easy access tO dvp • newly decOrated with gleaming hardwOOd flOOrs
03709
Call patSY 416-449-9850 www.3rproperties.com
North York Unfurnished
• Oversized suites with eat-in kitchens • Big BalcOnies • lOts Of in-suite stOrage • exceptiOnally clean, quiet Building
1 Bedrooms starting at
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Nothing can compare to these OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN. 2-4 PM
03980
Outstanding November Deals!... Don Mills & Sheppard
• Heat & water included • New kitchens with ceramic tiles • Freshly painted • Refinished parquet floors • Frost-free fridge • 24 hours security surveillance cameras • Card access • Friendly on-site resident staff • Close to Fairview Mall, TTC, schools, and Hwys 404/401/407, D.V.P. • Parking additional
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04335
yonge&eglinton 30 edith Dr.
waLk to egLinton subway
Jr. & 1 Bedrooms from
• SpaciouS apartmentS with
• exceptionally clean, well-maintained building
huge balconieS
1150
$
• walk-in cloSet
• gleaming hardwood floorS
• complimentary locker
• StepS from north toronto memorial community centre (Skating, tenniS, indoor pool), Subway, theatreS, ShopS
• ceramicS in bathroomS & walk-in cloSetS
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ROSELAWN
EGLINTON
YONGE ST.
Call Yvonne 416-519-7441
EDITH DR.
North YorkUnfurnished Unfurnished Toronto
• card acceSS
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Central G.T.A. — North York Unfurnished Apartments
Great Place to call Home
35 Duncanwoods Drive
FINCH & WESTON ROAD
03607
• Nestled on a quiet residential street, overlooking a park and ravine, with easy access to 400 and 401. Conveniently close to TTC, shopping & schools. • Enjoys updated suites, storage lockers, balconies, modernized elevators, controlled access and security cameras • Indoor, outdoor & visitor parking
1,040
$
2 Bedroom from
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What to look for in an apartment By Jane Herman
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re you feeling a little overwhelmed by the challenge of trying to find an apartment? Even wading through all of the ads and listings in Renters Guide can be daunting, unless you understand how they are organized. But where do you start? The first criteria in your decision should be price: How much can you realistically afford to spend per month? Most financial planners recommend that your rent (not including extras such as parking, hydro, cable, etc.) should amount to less than 30 per cent of your monthly income. This may be hard to achieve, but thinking about how much you can spend on rent will also help you to set up a budget. Include all expenses you’ll be responsible for each month (food, utilities, telephone, transportation, laundry, parking, etc.) and other, annual or variable expenses, such as clothing, moving expenses, renter’s insurance, savings, recreation, entertainment, etc. The more you spend on rent, the less you’ll have available for other things. Next, determine what area you want to live in. How will you determine where to look? If you are new to the area, you may want to live near friends or relatives, within a certain commuting radius of work or school. If you have children, do you want to live in a particular school district? Are parks and play areas nearby? Is proximity to the transit or a major highway may be a priority Is the area convenient to shopping, library, recreation facilities, entertainment, restaurants, etc. What are the traffic patterns in the neighbourhood? How is the traffic at rush hour? How are the noise levels in the area at different times of the day, and would this be a factor in your decision? With these factors in mind, make a list of several different neighbourhoods in which you could look: Area 1: ________________________ Area 2: ________________________
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facilities, and, frequently, sports and/or recreation facilities and other amenities, as well as efficient electrical, heating and plumbing systems. A walk-up or low-rise would be less than five storeys high, may have no elevator and few conveniences. However, the rent would generally be less at this type of apartment than at a highrise building in the same area. Other kinds of apartments you could rent include: A basement apartment is a basement in a house that has been converted to an apartment. It may have a separate entrance. The apartment may have its own bathroom, kitchen, laundry room and heating system, or it may share those amenities with the rest of the home. A low rise apartment building may also have basement apartments. A duplex, triplex or fourplex is a group of two, three or four apartments together in the same building. Apartment Features Search through the Renters Guide listings to find those that match your criteria. They are organized by area. You should also use Renters Guide companion website, hometrader.ca. It is an excellent source of apartment listings, also organized by area. You can also find potential apartments by walking around or driving through the area you have chosen, or through word of mouth. If a friend or relative is happy living in a particular building, chances are you will be too. When you go to look at apartments, inspect them thoroughly before you sign the lease or give a first month’s rental deposit. Some landlords have a condition checklist on which to record details upon move in and move out. Be sure to inspect walls, floors, bathroom and kitchen faucets and fixtures, appliances, windows, doors, etc. Make sure you note such things as the condition of the property and the building. Note the size and location of the closets. You may want to take along a tape TheRentersGuide.ca measure to see how your furniture might work in the space. If you go through the process carefully, chances are you’ll be more satisfied with your decision after you move in.
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Rental Agreements What You Should Know Before you Sign a Lease
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hen you rent a home or apartment in Canada, the landlord will usually ask you to sign a written rental agreement. This legal contract is also often called a “lease.”
Under the laws of each province and territory, tenants and landlords have certain rights and responsibilities whether they have a written agreement or not. Nevertheless, a written lease agreement can help spell out all the terms you and your landlord want to have covered and agreed to. You may also wish to seek legal advice before accepting the terms. To help you know what to expect, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) offers the following list of terms that can be found in most rental agreements: • The names of the landlord and tenant(s). • The address of the home or apartment you are renting. • The monthly rent you agreed to pay, with or without utilities, parking, cable television or other services. • The date when the rent is due (for example, on the first day of each month).
TheRentersGuide.ca • The amount and terms of any rent, security or damage deposits you agreed to pay.
• A list of which repairs or upkeep will be your responsibility. • The term of rental period (most rental agreements are usually for one year, but some may be month-to-month or week-to-week). • The conditions for ending or canceling your lease, including financial implications and the amount of advance notice you must give the landlord if you decide to move out (for example, 60 days notice). • The rules or restrictions for subletting the property. • The amount the landlord is allowed to increase the rent in the future. • Any other specific restrictions (such as whether or not you can smoke in the home and whether you can have boarders, pets or a waterbed, etc.). • Details on when and how the landlord can enter your home or apartment. • The procedure for making changes to the contract. • A method for resolving any disputes or disagreements (for example, disputes about late rent payments, damage to the property or eviction). • Contact information for both you and your landlord in case of an
emergency (usually including a phone number, fax and email). For more information or a free copy of CMHC’s Guide to Renting a Home, call CMHC at 1-800-6682642 or visit our website at www. cmhc.ca. For more than 60 years, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has been Canada’s national housing agency and a source of objective, reliable housing expertise.
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Packing Tips and List Tips to make your move a little easier. Packing TiPs
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Gather boxes in all sizes from friends, neighbors, and stores.
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Create a “portable packing kit” with marking pens, a tape measure, packing tape, twine, and scissors. Carry it with you as you pack up items around your home.
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Reinforce the bottom of boxes with extra tape for added strength.
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Don’t move flammable, combustible, corrosive, or explosive items such as paint, gasoline, and ammunition.
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Pack a bag of personal items you’ll need during the move (change of clothes, toiletries, medicine, maps, food, and drinks). Keep it in an easy-to-find place when you pack
Collect cushioning material such as bubble wrap, foam pellets, furniture pads, old blankets, plastic bags, tissue paper, newspapers, and small towels to use as padding inside boxes.
Label each box with the name of the room in your new home where it should be placed. List the contents of the box on the side of it. Number the boxes and keep a list of which boxes go in which room in your new home. Label boxes containing fragile items with large red lettering. Place china in plastic bags and stack plates upright on their sides, not flat. Pack your TV, stereo, and computer in their original boxes whenever possible. Keep boxes to 50 pounds or less. Pack heavy items into their own smaller boxes and place lighter items together into larger boxes. (Hint-Don’t pack all your books into one box!)
general moving TiPs
❏ Disconnect and bundle cords on television and stereo components. Label each cord with masking tape and a description of where to connect it.
❏ Plan and measure where you furniture will be placed in your new home. It’s helpful to draw a layout of your new home and sketch in the major furniture pieces.
❏ To save time on moving day, move your boxes from the basement, upstairs, or attic to the main floor prior to the move date. Consider carrying items from the back yard to the front yard or garage ahead of time.
❏ Keep your phone connected through moving day to stay in touch with friends, family and the moving company.
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❏ China cabinet or hutch ❏ Light fixture and lamps ❏ Furniture: tables and chairs TheRentersGuide.ca ❏ ____________ ❏ ____________ ❏ Box numbers for dining room: TheRentersGuide.ca
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Packing List Packing list by room continued LiViNG room
famiLy room
❏ Bookcases and contents
❏ Entertainment center and contents: stereo, TV,
❏ Entertainment center and contents: stereo, TV,
❏ Box numbers for living room: ____
CDs, videotapes, and so on ❏ Knick knacks and artwork ❏ Furniture: couch, chairs, and tables ❏ Lamps ❏ _____________________________ ❏ _____________________________ ❏ _____________________________ ❏ Box numbers for family room: ____
master bedroom
bedroom #1
❏ Closet
❏ Closet
❏ Dressers and contents
❏ Dressers and contents
❏ Furniture: bed, dressers, night stands, and desk
❏ Furniture: bed, dressers, night stands, and desk
❏ _____________________________
❏ _____________________________
❏ _____________________________
❏ _____________________________
❏ Box numbers for master bedroom: ____
❏ Box numbers for bedroom 1: ____
bedroom #2
bedroom #3
❏ Closet
❏ Closet
❏ Dressers and contents
❏ Dressers and contents
❏ Furniture: bed, dressers, night stands, and desk
❏ Furniture: bed, dressers, night stands, and desk
❏ _____________________________
❏ _____________________________
❏ _____________________________
❏ _____________________________
❏ Box numbers for bedroom 2: ____
❏ Box numbers for bedroom 3: ____
study/office
bathroom(s)
❏ Computer equipment: CPU, monitor, and printer
❏ Cupboards and contents
❏ Desk and contents
❏ Linens and towels
CDs, videotapes, and so on ❏ Knick knacks and artwork ❏ Lamps ❏ Furniture: couch, chairs, and tables ❏ _____________________________ ❏ _____________________________
❏ Bookshelves and contents TheRentersGuide.ca
❏ Knick knacks and wall hangings
❏ File cabinets and contents
❏ File cabinets and contents
❏ _____________________________
❏ _____________________________ TheRentersGuide.ca
❏ Box numbers for study/office: ____
❏ Box numbers for bathroom(s): ____
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Rental Unit Evaluation Worksheet Make copies of this sheet and bring them with you when apartment hunting! Address of rental:
Available as of:
Name and telephone # of landlord/agent:
Basic monthly rent: $
Additional Costs
Estimate monthly costs for utilities (not included) and these other costs....
Heat (gas/oil/electric?)
$
Hydro
$
Internet
$
Water heater/heater rental
$
Water
$
Garbage collection
$
Telephone
$
Cable/Satellite TV
$
Parking
$
General details
Good repair?
Any odours?
Lease (yes/no)
Clean?
Needs painting?
Security deposit (yes/no)
Pest-free?
Noise levels?
Your living space checklist Furnished/unfurnished
Air conditioning
Laundry facility
Hardwood floors/carpeting
Fireplace
Cable-ready
Parking, # spaces
Security system
Multiple phone jacks
Separate dining room
Multiple floors
Other:
Yard/balcony/loft
Microwave
Amount of natural light
Dishwasher
Note restrictions on:
What works? What needs repair?
Appliances allowed?
Taps
Stove
Pets/type of pets allowed?
Toilet
Lights
Parking?
Water pressure
Electrical outlets
Smoking?
Fridge
Other appliances
Secure main entrance
Good window locks
Smoke alarm
Solid front door
Safe parking
Fire extinguishers
One-inch deadbolts
Good lighting in walk areas
Sprinkler system
Peephole
Well-lit walk from transit
Carbon monoxide detector
Security personnel, gated/video entrance
Do tall trees or bushes impede safety?
Clear view of the entrances and exits
Coded visitor telephone
Neighbours nearby
Safety
Building Newer/older
Handicapped accessibility
Garbage disposal facility
Quiet area
Recreational facilities
Business services
Elevator(s)
Pool/Sauna/Gym
Doorman
Play area for children
Tenant gardens
Guest suites available
Adequate visitor parking
Party room available
Other?
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Central G.T.A. — Etobicoke Unfurnished Apartments
2 BEdrooms from
1150
$
3 BEdrooms wiTh 1.5 BAThs from
1250
$
Rent a 3 bedRoom unit & Receive one yeaR FREE paRking oR 11th month Rent FREE!
• New carpet & freshly painted hallways
• Utilities included
• New modern eat-in kitchens
• 24 hour security patrol
• Large renovated suites • Freshly decorated suites
• Home to Albion Neighbourhood Services
• Gleaming hardwood floors
• Close to schools, shops, churches, grocery stores, clinics • On-site professional, friendly staff
00727
DIRECT PAYMENT
• in-suite storage
• Home to After School Programs from Albion Boys and Girls Club • Home to Youth Dance for Change Steeles Ave. W.
2667 & 2677 Kipling Avenue
Hwy. 27
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• Walk-in closets
Rental Office hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8am - 8pm, Fri. 8am - 7pm, Sat. 10am - 6pm, Sun. 12pm - 5pm. Buzz 8300
Same day approval! Call today!
416-745-8300
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h u m b e r p r o p e r t y m a n a g e m e n t
• Large patio size balconies
Ave.
• Bus stop at door
• Home to Pre-School Programs from Rexdale Women’s Centre
Kipling
• surveillance cameras
Etobicoke Unfurnished
• Clean well maintained high rise
Islington Ave.
• Safe, secure building
Finch Ave. W. pricing & availability subject to change without notice
Central G.T.A. — Etobicoke Unfurnished Apartments 00729
etobicoke’s Best Value! 545 The WesT Mall Burnhamthorpe & hwy 427
Jr. 1, 1, 2 and 3 Bedrooms from
975
$
UTIlITIes INClUDeD
• Immaculate Building with Renovated Common Areas • On-site Variety Store • Friendly Building • Balconies with great views • Underground Parking available
416.621.7782 >> Refreshing indoor pool! >> Relaxing whirlpool & sauna!
Office hours: Monday to sunday 9:00am to 8:00pm
>> Beautifully landscaped with loads of greenspace!
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7 Auburndale Court,102-108 Bergamot Ave.
REXDALE & ISLINGTON
Great Place to call Home
03606
• Peaceful homes, backing onto a park, with easy access to 401, 400, 427. Conveniently close to TTC, schools and shopping. • Spacious 2 storey suites with eat-in kitchens, in-suite thermostats, washers/dryers, patios and some with basements • Enjoy living with grass cut for you and door to door mail delivery.
1309
$
from
• Indoor & outdoor parking available. • Caring and professional onsite staff
Etobicoke Unfurnished
3 Bedrooms
416.507.4653 www.goldsealmanagement.com
*Posted rent includes 2% prompt payment discount.
Central G.T.A. — Etobicoke Unfurnished Apartments
Great Place to call Home
6 - 24th Street
LAKESHORE & KIPLING
04518
• Quiet building, located on a residential street, just steps from Humber College, Lake Ontario, with easy access to Gardiner, QEW & 427 • Steps to TTC, shopping and schools • Helpful and friendly onsite staff • Parking & hydro extra
839
$
1 Bedrooms from
416.881.5180 www.goldsealmanagement.com Oct. 26 - Nov. 02, 2013
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safety
To keep the fun going, however, it’s important to plan your home’s scary set-up with safety in mind. Decorations involving candles, such as those found in jack-o’-lanterns, account for an average of 800 home fires in North America every year, causing nearly $4 million in direct property damage. To keep your house from being haunted with potential insurance woes, Wayne Ross, insurance and claims expert for Aviva Canada, offers some preparation tips for preventing fires and other hazards: • Practice fire safety: When setting up spooky electrical decorations and lighting, ensure that electrical outlets are not overloaded. Consider battery or solar powered jack-o’-lanterns. • Make sure your walkways are safe: Although darkness may set the Halloween mood, keep walkways well lit and obstruction free to reduce the risk of injury and allow many guests to walk through simultaneously.
Keep your
haunted home safe for Halloween
E
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• Check your insurance coverage: While policies will generally cover you and your property during Halloween, it is a good idea to contact your insurance broker to ensure you have the right amount of coverage – especially with a high volume of visitors to your home or if you’re setting up an elaborate haunted apartment. “It is the responsibility of [residents] to make sure their property is safe for visitors during the festivities,” Ross explained. “By taking some precautions, you can join in the celebrations and enjoy a safe night of fun with your family.”
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Central G.T.A. — East York Unfurnished Apartments
Unbelievable Prices in East York!!!
00797
Pape & Danforth
85 & 95 Gamble Ave. • Heat & hot water included
Bachelor
• Spacious suites • Close to shopping, schools & TTC
775*
• On-site staff
East York Unfurnished
$
from
*Plus hydro
Call 416-229-2170 ext. 0 or
416-422-5791
Bayfield Management
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3810 Bathurst St.
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2552 Keele St.
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from
$993
416.633.0579
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$795
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416.242.2452
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12 & 14 Auburndale Court
700 $ One Bedroom from 775 $ Two Bedroom from 930
Two , Three & Four Bedroom Townhomes 3 Months
416.259.9559
416.744.1689
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416.243.4784 SCARBOROUGH MCCOWAN & EGLINTON 50 Trudelle St.
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416.265.8048
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Colour tips
for living in comfort What makes a beautiful room? Interior designers tell us it’s not how fancy and ornate it is, but how comfortable. Country rooms, for example, are typically geared to being more comfortable than presentable. But even in the city, we usually prefer being in the den to being in a formal living room. Beauty, designers insist, is not how a room looks, as much as how it feels. At heart, most of us simply love to put our feet up. Things that are old, worn and familiar give us comfort. Everything from slippers and jeans to couches and kitchen tables – entire rooms – feel better when they lose the perfection of newness. We can easily create comfortable rooms if we trust our natural inclinations and choose what feels good, instead of decorating for guests. For clues, look to rural life and choose things that evoke a time when the pace of life was slower and furnishings were simpler and made closer to home. Country colours are comfort hues, say the colour experts at PPG Pittsburgh Paints, like those in their Local Revival trend palette. For example, Poppy Pods (526-6) is the colour of chocolate and coffee. Earl Gray (522-5) is the taupe of clay, and Pralines and Cream (117-3) is an aged and unbleached white. A clean, bright, ‘new’ white would be too formal for comfort, the company says. But this year, because we want bold hues to bring neutrals to life, TheRentersGuide.ca PPG added two reds: Rum Punch (231-7), the classic red of apples and gingham; plus its slightly faded sister, Burnt Red (133-7). PPG says this palette is meant to work with the landscape, which provides abundant complementary greens. TheRentersGuide.ca
Another suggested rule of thumb: when you are going for comfort always choose matte finishes over shiny ones. Matte is what happens to shiny surfaces over time. When it comes to furnishings, antiques that are sturdy and practical, unfinished or gently refinished are best, because their flaws will help relax the room. “And mix in things that don’t match,” suggests Janice Lindsay, of PINK colour + design. Introduce hand-made or artisanal one-of-a-kind objects. Lindsay
discourages clients from hanging poster prints of famous works of art, in favour of interesting art objects, especially if they are home made. “Rooms that are put-your-feet-up comfortable will not be special-occasion rooms. They will be every-occasion rooms, which are the best kind of all.” TheRentersGuide.ca NC
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Central Unfurnished Apartments
saranac park 6 Drexel rd. 26-34 saranac Blvd.
Central Condominiums Don Mills & -Eginton 1 bedroom plus living/dining. Includes parking space. Beautiful Condo 24 Hour concierge, walk to Don Mills shops, restaurants, TTC, close to grocery stores. Beautiful view, in suit 11280458_1.JPG lndry, hrdwd floors. Swimming pool & Gym rd, 2 Untitled 14 EGLINTON/DANFORTH Avail Nov 1st. (416)400-7202 -bedrm aprt 3 sep ent, close to 24hrs Kipling-Dixon 2 bdrm+den TTC, hospitals, schools and malls, -Condo For rent $1350/mo all inclusive 1 bath, avail Nov 1st.if move in in Parking & Cable Included Avail Im- Nov, rent is free.$1100 incl parkg and mediately NO Pets/smoke Close to all l a u n d . 4 16 - 3 0 5 - 8 9 9 4 , 6 4 7- 3 6 7- 15 4 1 amenities, & TTC 10 min away from Pearson Airport 1st & Last, Ref’s Re& SherUntitled 15 Central,Carlton quired call (416)243-2150 bourne-Convenient -downtown location,eat-in kitchen,foyer,walk-in Central Houses and Townhouses closet,renovated, Bachelor $725 hydro and JANE & FINCH -2 bdrm town Cable Extra, 1 bedroom $850,hydro and house, close to amenities. Basic Cable extra. Call Juliya at (416)928-9055 Cable, 1 Car Parking $1100/mo + Untitled 4 utils Avail Immed. (905)303-9719 EGLINTON-KEELE Beautiful -1 bdrm apt. + 2 bdrm apt utils Untitled 19 incld. Free parking. Close to shopping & transit. Ready to move in immed. KING QUEEN-JAMESON-Conve- For more details call: (416)554-0508 nient public -transit,expressway & shopping,renovated,eat-in kitchen Untitled 5 1 bdrm $750 & 2 bdrm $925 hydro, Cable & garage extra Call Tatyana Eglinton/Warden:Open parkat 416-516-2494,697-764-4265. ing space,best -rates for cars & Untitled 20 trucks.Cars stocks & trucks are welcome. Please Call 416-615-2043 for information. Scarlett Rd/Lawrence ave -West 3 bdrm house for rent, Kitchen, Front room & Dinette Avail Untitled 6 Immed No pets/smoke Call Sarah or Nick (416)241-8415 or 647-8348131 KEELE & EGLINTON -- Clean 1 & 2 bdrm apts in low rise bldg. Untitled 21 Freshly painted, refinished floors. Avail immed. Utils incld. Laundry on-site. call (905)832-8310, (416)895-4512
bathurst/lawrence 1&2 bedrooms from
860
$
• steps from TTC, shopping • Hardwood floors • Laundry Room • Garage parking ($40/mth) • Storage locker • 4-piece bath
call 416-781-7217 or 416-444-6636 www.crestview.ca
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ISLINGTON & FINCH-1 -bdrm apt on Main Floor Single Person Only $800/ mo utils included Free Cable No Parking Coin Laundry Across the street No Pets/ Smoke Avail Immed Close to all amenities, TTC,Humber college & York University 1st & Untitled 8 Last Req’d Call (647)606-4098
Your complete rental source.
VICTORIA PARK & -YORK MILLS Great Location Bright & Spacious 1 bdrm bsmt apt. Sep Entry, Prkg, Lndr,y Cac Eat in Kitchen. 3 Pc Bath, TTC at door Close to all amenities Avail Dec 1st $775/mo Utils Incl call (416)510-8497 Untitled 13
RATHBURN-HWY 427 - -1,2 & 3 apts. Parking, laundry, close to schools, shops & transit. From $975/mo and up! Inclusive. Call (416)626-1692
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PARKLAWN/QUEENSWAY- Convenient to -public transit, expressway, parks, schools, shopping, renovated 1 bdrm $750, and 2 bdrm $925, hydro, cable and parking extra. Call Kelly (416)232-0811 Untitled 11
Keele-Wilson 1 Bdrm -bsmt apt. in Bunglow Fridge.stove 1 Parking. Very Close TTC & Subway Private Entrence Avail Immed $675/mo + hydro. Ask for Fred (416)636-1403
(416)
784-3311
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Central Unfurnished Apartments, Condominiums, Houses & Townhouses
a p a r t m e n t s
04359
Central Unfurnished Apartments FINCH & VICTORIA -PARK 2 Bdrm bsmt apt walkout to backyard. Very Clean. Large Kitchen. Liv room fireplace. Storage Room,Prkg, Close to 404, 407 and 401. Walk to TTC & 15 Min to Finch Subway. Near Seneca college. For Couple or small famlies $1000/mo utils & Internet incl. No Smoke/ Untitled 7 Pets. Avail Dec 1st (416)528-4155
foodie
CreaM of
Mushroom Soup Subtle herbs compliment the rich and creamy mushroom flavour in this fall soup. The perfect starter for a dinner party. Serve with a crusty roll or baguette for dipping. ServeS: 8 PreP Time: 10 minuTeS Cook Time: 30 minuTeS ingredienTS: 2 tbsp butter 2 lb. fresh Mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/3 cup flour 6 cups chicken broth 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 bay leaf 1/4 cup chopped green onions 2 large egg yolks 1/2 cup 5% cream salt & pepper to taste 2 tbsp minced parsley (optional)
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inSTruCTionS: In large heavy soup pot, melt butter over medium heat; sautĂŠ mushrooms for five to six minutes or until most of the moisture from mushrooms has evaporated; sprinkle flour over mushrooms and cook one minute. Slowly stir in broth; bring to boil, stirring constantly. Add Italian seasoning, bay leaf and green onions; reduce heat and cover. Simmer 15 to 20 minutes. Remove bay leaf. In small bowl whisk egg yolks with cream; stir 1cup (250 mL) hot broth into cream mixture and then return all to saucepan. Heat over low heat until hot, about five minutes, do not allow to boil. Using a hand blender (or food processor), blend soup until it has reached the desired consistency. Add 2 tbsp TheRentersGuide.ca of water if soup is too thick. Add pepper to taste. Serve sprinkled with parsley, if desired. NC note: If table cream is allowed to boil it will curdle.
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BATHURST/SHEPPARD:Brand New- Never -Lived In! PORTRAIT CONDO 2 units available- 543 sq. ft. 1 Bedroom & 622 sq. ft. 1 Bedroom +Den $1350 + Utilities Great Facilities Call Tony 416-845-7355 or Al -416-258-8035
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Central Unfurnished Apartments
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ISLINGTON-DIXON RD - -1bdrm $850/ mo H/W floor, very quiet & Prof. Building, balc, lndry prkg, garage, close to amens. Call Linda at 416-735-3191, 416- 2409796, 905-470-2059 and 416-876-9394
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St Clair & -Oakwood Clean 2 bdrm apt on upper floor of a Duplex parking, no laundry. Sep entry Close to TTC and Amenities.No pets/smoking Available Immediately. $1050/mo call (416)782-5239
SRM & SONS -MOVING & STORAGE- CHECK OUT OUR AD IN THE BACK OF THE MAGAZINE OR CALL TODAY (416)747-7082
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Eglinton/Spadina: Newly reno’d -bright creative design 2 bdrm. bsmt. apt., on quiet street, short bus to subway, priv. entr. & drwy., lg. kitch. w. dishwshr., laund. ensuite, jacuzzi, shared bkyrd. Non-smoker pref.; $1250/m. incl., 1st&last & refs. req’d. Avail. Jan. 1st or mid-Dec.(416)3222107 after 2 p.m agi.lukacs@utoronto.ca
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B AT H U RST < \ \ > W ILSON - R e s i dential property, for -rent for couple and singles.New,clean and lighted.Private prkg, lndry and entry. Near TTC. $700/month.Avail Immediately.No pets<\\>smoking.MondayFridays (416)398-7028, (416)398-6105
DUNDAS & ISLINGTON -Spotless 2 bdrm Apt above Ground in 6 Plex Quiet Lndry facils Adult Building Suitable for Single Person Safe clean Neighbourhood $1200/mo +utils Parking Avail Immed Must see to appreciate 4162364894, (416)587-9148
Keele & Wilson -1 & 2 bdrm apts, available in clean, quiet, well maintained, low rise buildings w/ elevator. New floors,parking & appliances Close to shopping & TTC. From $820/ mo & $940/mo Call (416)633-7514
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HEWPAL 5 STAR -MOVERS!!-Moving & storage. Any size storage for 1st mo only $1. 24hr notice ok. Rates are final. Free estimates. No Hidden fees. 10% off for immed moves. Add’l 5% off if booked between 3rd-15th of the month. Licensed and bonded. (647)268-0153
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KEELE/EGLINTON Winter Special, -Newly decorated, 1 bdrm from $829 & 2 bdrms from $929/mo+ Hydro Security, intercom. Quiet, secure bldgs. Brand New bathrooms and Kitchens. Hdwd flrs, lndry. Certain conditions apply. Call Susan (416)910-9950
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K e e l e / Sh e p p a r d : 3 bedroom,main floor. -Avail Oct 1st ñ 1250/mth plus utilities.Hardwood floors,appliances, parking, garage, laundry, backyard, freshly painted. Close to subway, shopping, schools. No smoking/pets Call (905)669-2669
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Finch & Sentinel -Large 1 bdrm apt $850/mo Avail Nov 1st & 2 bdrm Penthouse with private roof top patio hardwood floors throughout $1275/mo prkg & all utils included Avail October 15th TTC at your door step walking distance to york University Call. (416)4713444 e-mail mbmanagement@rogers.com
JARVIS-WELLESLEY1 Bedroom -$882/mo Small Clean quiet bldg in GREAT location Oak hrdwd flrs & on site laundry Close to shops/TTC Call: (416)962-4936, www.linwood.ca
MARLEE-ROSELAWN1 bedroom -From $875 w/ balcony. Prkg & Hydro extra. 5 mins walk to subway. Call JANA (416)780-9795, www.linwood.ca
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CAn you finAnCiALLy pLAn your wAy to
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C
an money buy you happiness? Likely not.
But a financial plan just may be the ticket – and you don’t have to be rich to have one. Happiness means different things to different people, but it’s hard to deny that those who feel they are closer to living the life they want and meeting more of their life goals just may be a tad happier. And financial planning seems to be a powerful path to help people achieve these TheRentersGuide.ca
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The Financial Planning Standards Council, the not-for-profit organization that awards Certified Financial Planner certification, and that is committed to seeing Canadians improve their lives by engaging in financial planning, conducted a study that explored Canadians’ financial planning activities and their levels of emotional and financial well being. It turns out that those who have comprehensive financial plans report being a lot more optimistic about a
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wide range of factors related to their emotional and financial well being:
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• 77 per cent with comprehensive financial plans said they felt their goals and aspirations are achievable, compared with only 50 per cent who do no planning. • 62 per cent with plans said they feel content with how their life is going, compared with 37 per cent with no plans. • 61 per cent with plans said they have peace of mind, compared with 36 per cent with no plans. • And 64 per cent said they are prepared to manage through tough economic times, compared with 33 per cent with no plans.
“Financial planning involves a variety of financial strategies, but is ultimately about meeting your life goals through the proper management of your finances, through both good and tough times in life,” says Cary List, president and CEO, FPSC. Financial planning is not just for the wealthy. The study showed that the connection between one’s level of optimism and peace of mind held true across a wide range of net worth groups. This affirms that there is value of financial planning for everyone – not just the wealthy. So get yourself a financial plan and see what happens. NC
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West G.T.A. — Mississauga Unfurnished Apartments 01073
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850 950
$
UTiLiTieS inCLUDeD *prices subject to change without notice
DUNDAS ST. W.
2070 Camilla Rd.
QUEENSWAY
905-949-0919
QEW
DUNDAS ST. E. CAWTHRA
Q.E.w. & Hwy. 10
$
CAMILLA
Mississauga Unfurnished Toronto Unfurnished
• 5 Minutes to Port Credit GO • Close to Square One Shopping & Schools • Transit at Your Door • First Floor Laundry • Outdoor Swimming Pool! • Walk-in closets • Approved within one business day
Bachelors @
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Newly Renovated Building with New Kitchens, Refaced Balconies & New Windows.
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West G.T.A. — Mississauga Unfurnished Apartments
01081
- Discovery
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$ MID MONTH RENTALS AVAILABLE 68
PLUS HYDRO • Well maintained & immaculately clean building • Spacious one & two bedroom apartments • Large ensuite storage • Suites freshly painted • Hardwood floors redone to a high gloss • Large spacious balconies • Entry card access system • Security cameras • Underground parking available • Renovated main floor laundry - Smart Card System • Day care conveniently on premises • Close to Transit, schools & plenty of shopping and minutes to Q.E.W. • Walk-ins welcome
1110 Caven Street Cawthra & Lakeshore
2 Bdrms from
1035
$
*Selected suites and some conditions apply
(905) 891-7471
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Contemporary Elegance
01086
West G.T.A. — Mississauga Unfurnished Apartments
1201 WALDEN CIRCLE MISSISSAUGA
ONE BEDROOMS FROM
$1200
TWO BEDROOMS
$1300
Mississauga Unfurnished
FROM
CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING
• PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE DIRECTLY TO CLARKSON GO STATION • SUITES WITH SOLARIUMS • MEMBERSHIP TO PRIVATE FITNESS CLUB INCLUDING SWIMMING POOL, SQUASH COURTS, TENNIS, GYM ETC. • NEW HARDWOOD FLOORING WITH CERAMICS* • WALK TO SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS PARKWAY
ERIN MILLS
• CLOSE TO QEW, BIKE PATHS AND PARKS
MON-FRI 9AM-5PM WEEKENDS BY APPT. Oct. 26 - Nov. 02, 2013
Q.E.W.
WALDEN CIRCLE
905-823-5688
SOUTHDOWN RD.
• VIEWS OF LAKE ONTARIO
LAKESHORE RD. W.
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West G.T.A. — Brampton Unfurnished Apartments
Kennedy & steeles 165 & 195 Kennedy Rd. s.
Brampton Unfurnished
04457
2 Bedrooms
$1,019
HWY 410
$869
Main St. S.
1 Bedroom
Kennedy Rd. S.
Queen St. E.
Steeles Ave. E.
416.800.7740 165 Kennedy Phone: 416.900.0824 195 Kennedy MetCap Connect: 416.906.6329
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“Many couples include a “spender” and a “saver”. The spender is the one who sees a sale and thinks they can buy more; whereas the saver thinks they will save more,” says Wade Stayzer, the vice president of retail and TheRentersGuide.ca investment services at Meridian, Ontario’s largest credit union. “While there appears to be a big divide between the spender and the saver TheRentersGuide.ca mind-sets, these couples can still be
successful with their family finances if they find and agree to ways that will align their approaches to money. Financial planning is the key.” Meridian offers this advice on how spender/saver couples can get on the path to financial success: Sort Out Financial Differences: Talk, don’t fight, about your different approaches to money. Figure out how much you spend and where the money is going. Acknowledge who the spender is and who the saver is, and agree to compromise.
Set Goals: Find common goals and discuss what your individual goals are. Whether it’s getting out of debt, or saving for retirement and the children’s education, setting goals will help you prioritize and focus on what’s really important. Get a Personalized Financial Plan: To meet your established goals, you need to set up a budget and a financial plan. Consider seeking expert advice. Working with a trusted financial advisor to develop a personalized financial plan is like
Get Involved: Many times, there is one member of the family who regularly handles the finances. Having both partners involved can be a major breakthrough and also makes sure the responsibility is being shared.
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.Choose a theme When it comes to designing your space, it’s easier if you chose a theme as a starting point. If you love hiking in the outdoors, pick colours like TheRentersGuide.ca greens, blues and earth tones that reflect the trees, sky and rocks. If you love to go dancing on a Saturday night, try vibrant reds, glittery metallics and sultry blacks. If you’ve got the travel bug, try hot pinks, TheRentersGuide.ca aquamarines and saffron yellows. Or, if
you want your space to be a respite from your busy life, chose off whites, pale blues and natural colours to relax you. Once you’ve picked a theme, you’ll find it’s a lot easier to focus on creating your perfect space. Marta Nicholson of Moda Interior Design in Winnipeg, Manitoba notes, “we need to remember that in today’s time with busy schedules, the place that we call home needs to be a
stress-free environment that we find beautiful, calming and truly a retreat to rejuvenate for the next day. Visual balance is one of the most important key elements in design – balance of colour, balance and moderation in accessories, balance of textures. If this is successful in a space – whether large TheRentersGuide.ca or small – then the outcome of the design produces comfort and pleasure.”
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start with a Clean slate If you ask your landlord’s permission and show them the colours ahead of time, most will allow you to paint your walls. Often, they will ask you to paint them back to a neutral tone before you leave, but that seems to be a small price to pay for living with the colours that you want. If painting the walls isn’t an option, visit a fabric store and frame your favourite prints and patterns to bring some life to your walls. “If a renter is planning to be in a lease for a long period of time, then it is important to love the place that you call home. Make your home beautiful. Hire an interior designer who will come in and assist you in making your space special,” says Nicholson. If you can’t paint, she advises clients to use, “a cushion or throw or a new bedspread in the bedroom to achieve colour. Also, nothing can beat fresh flowers in a space to add colour, texture and interest.”
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the party is in the kitChen Everyone knows that the real party always ends up in the kitchen. But if you’ve inherited ugly cupboards and a leaky faucet, you might just choose the keep the lights off. If you are a neat freak and don’t mind your plates and cups being exposed, unscrew your cabinet doors and go for the open shelving look. Prop your dishware so it looks like a magazine stylist did it, and hide your cupboard doors under your bed for when you decide to move and have to put them back up. Another quick fix that can update any dated kitchen is to splurge on a great looking faucet. For about $100, you can modernize your kitchen, and paired with some bold tea towels, a vase of fresh flowers and a bowl of apples, lemons or limes, you’ll create a real designer look for less.
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your storage locker. A simple rod with some prefab curtain panels is a cheap fix to frame out your windows. Hit your local big box store for some bamboo blinds and add some texture while you shut out the morning light. Or, find a deal and buy metres and metres of a good-looking, neutral fabric and drape the material over a rod for a no-sew solution.
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Bathroom Blues It’s amazing what a new shower curtain, a good scrubbing and a basket of fresh towels can do to bring the spa home to your own bathroom. No need to fret over ugly shower tiles, simple keep your shower curtain drawn over the bathtub and only you will know what ‘70s-inspired tiles lurk behind. Pick up an stylish mirror to hang over the sink and prop you bathroom with clear containers of cotton swabs, cotton balls and other lotions and potions. Depending on the effect you want to create, you can add some life to a bathroom by replacing a low wattage bulb with a higher one – or pick up a small lamp for the counter to create a romantic ambient mood.
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bistro table with a few folding chairs and picking up some pre-planted flowers or ferns can create a lot of visual interest. Keep the theme and colours consistent with your interior and make the time to enjoy your outdoor oasis and dine al fresco. Create a home offiCe If working on your laptop in front of the TV is taking its toll on your
back, pick a corner or a small closet and make a home office. Wireless printers can be stored in a wardrobe or behind a cupboard, install a few floating shelves for supplies in neat boxes and pick up a stool that can be easily tucked away. The trick is to keep the space clutter-free and well-organized.
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store it wisely With space at a premium, being clever with storage ideas will help to
free up living space. Invest in an
save or splurge? The key to creating your dream space is to know when to splash out the big bucks and when to hit the local garage sales. Nicholson says, “If an individual is renting a space for a short time, then I would suggest that they should invest in items that they can take with them. If a client purchases small items that they find beautiful to brighten up their space, then they will most likely find that same item beautiful for their second living arrangement. Items such as paintings and artwork, sculptural elements, vases, the list goes on. However one needs to avoid clutter, – clutter being to me one of the greatest eyesores.”
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inCrease your living spaCe When patio weather hits, and if you are lucky enough to have some outdoor space, use it wisely. Instead of your balcony being a storage space for your bike, treat the space like an outdoor room. Throwing down an outdoor rug to
as a coffee table and can also divide a living room from a dining nook. Pick up a wardrobe to hide away your TV, stereo, DVD and extra linens and towels. Use closet space wisely and pick up some stacking shelves for seasonal items like winter boots and bulky sweaters.
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time to unpack all of your boxes and put your treasures away. Living out of cardboard boxes isn’t fun. Sweep up and TV and tables, recycle junk mail so it doesn’t pile up on kitchen counters and be proud of your home. Invite your friends and family over to share your space and even if you don’t own your home yet, live as if you do.
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when handing out treats According to Patrice De Luca, V.P. of Marketing and Customer Care for Reliance Protectron Security Services, the latest fully interactive wireless security systems with video surveillance can help make Halloween a safe and pleasurable time, even if you can’t make it to deliver the goods.“We’re seeing clients subscribed to our interactive video surveillance service use it to view all of the activity that happens at their door,” said De Luca.
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or most fans of Halloween handing it out candy at the door can be just as much fun as going out and collecting it. It’s important though to make sure your family and home are as safe as can be during this festive occasion.
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Ideal for a working parent who can’t make it to help hand out candy; they can now view all of the costumed guests showing up at their front door directly online from any of their web-enabled devices.
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Stuffed peppers HANDS-ON TIME : 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME: 1 1/4 HOURS MAKES: 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS: 4 red bell peppers 1/4 lb (100 g) beef filet (your preferred cut) to grill 1 small chicken breast
PREPARATION : • Preheat oven at 375° F (190° C). • Wash peppers, cut off the top and stem and remove the seeds and ribs. • On a grill pan or barbecue, grill beef, chicken and sausage. • Once the meat is cooked, chop it finely. Add a handful of parmesan, parsley, chopped garlic, one egg, salt and pepper. Mix well.
1/3 cup Saputo parmesan cheese, grated
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Tips to improve your
financial fitness The poll found that 87 per cent of women do the majority of grocery and day-to-day shopping for their household, while 74 per cent pay the bills. Overall, 85 per cent of Canadians belong to a loyalty program, to earn points towards merchandise and other rewards. “Women face the challenge of balancing the books for themselves or their family but men aren’t far behind,” says Wayne Bossert, the executive vice-president of the Canadian Banking division for RBC. “The poll showed that overall, Canadians love to collect rewards points, and it’s a good tool for saving and for staying on track with the household budget – and the rewards can really add up quickly from everyday purchases.” Bossert offers these tips to stretch your dollar further: 1. Set a daily spending limit – Whether you pay by cash, debit or credit, ensure that you stay within an amount that fits your lifestyle and income.
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E l l e s m e r e / M e a d o w va l e - 1 bdrm bsmt -apt.Sep entry. Close to TTC. AC. $660/month.Avail immediately,utils and cable incld.1 bdrm bsmt appt $550/monthly. Avail Nov 1st. No Smoking/pets. Call (416)208-7551 Untitled 29
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Neilson & 401 -3 bdrm bsmt 11280347_1.JPG apt, 2 baths Sep entrence avail Westney Rd-Hwy 2: -2 bdrm condo Immed Private $1150/mo Utils on 4th floor, 2 baths. New Laminant floors & prkg included (416)903-1796 balcony facing Southeast. En Suite laundry.Locker 1 car parking. $1450/mo incls utils. Avail Nov 1st 2013 call (416)854-7548 Untitled 36 NEILSON/401-1 Bdrm bsmt -apt. Living/dining, kitchen. 3 pc bath. Midland-Danforth: 3 Bdrm Sep entry.Laundry facils.Close to TTC -condo. 2 full baths. Brand new kitch, & Mall. Avail Oct 1st.$800/month incls SS appls, ens lndry. Hrdwd floors. 2 utils. No Smoking/Pets. (416)208-5275 garage. Indoor & outdoor pool. Rec facils. Roof garden. 24hr security. Avail Untitled 37 Oct 31 $1600 incls utils. (416)939-4414 & BIRCHMOUNT Untitled 40 SHEPPARD -Newly painted 2 bdrm bsmt apt $800 East Houses and Townhouses +1/3 utils Very clean, Close to public school all amenities. Cable TV & Meadowvale/Sheppard:Beautiful internet included. Avail Immed. No & large -3 bdrm detached house,all hardpets/smoking call (416)909-5096 wood,2200 sq ft,2.5 bath,5 appliances,2 car Untitled 38 garage.No smoking/pets.One min to 401.Suits executive couple.TTC at door step.$1800/ Warden & Finch -Clean bright monthly + utilities.Avail Nov 1st.Short term possi- & spacious 1 bdrm bsmt apt,4 pc Untitled 41 bath,fire place,full kitchen,separate enble.416-834-8393.(647)403-8778 trance.$800/mo utilis included. Close to all amenities.No pets,no smoking. Avail Oct 1st (416)491-3937 after 6 pm
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Morningside-Hwy 401: 1 -large bedroom basement apartment. (NEW) Close to TTC, shopping, and school. Includes parking, laundry, and cable.$700 + (negotiable).Looking for Working person or a couple. No smoking/pets. Available Immed. Untitled 34 647-352-8330,416-724-9890.
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Morningside/Old Finch, 2 -bdrm bsmt apt,1 bath, large kitchen,A/C,sep entry,lndry & prkg Negotiable $875/mo utilities included. close to all amens,TTC at door Step.Avail immediately.No pets/ smoking.Quiet neighborhood 647-774Untitled 35 8960 or (416)724-7561
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DANFORTH/WARDEN-3 bdrm bsmt -apt, $1000 + utils, parking, fridge/stove.First/last req’d.No pets. Call Mon-Fri. 9am-3pm, after hrs. leave message. (416)615-2043
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Warden/Finch Beautiful 1 -bdrm bsmt apt. Ground level. Full bath. Eat in kitchen, living room, hardwood floors. Digital Cable, Laundry & Parking. No Pets/Smoking. $800/month utils included. Avail Immed (416)499-5355
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BROCK & 401 -in Pickering -Working male to share 2 bdrm bsmt apt. Private entry,1 prkg. $500 all inclusive. First/last req’d.No smoking/pets.Avail immediately.Call George:416-556-6935 or Richard:647-765-2896
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Ellesmere/Meadowvale:Large & very -clean 2 bed bsmt appt Living,kitchen,dining rm.Laundry, Cable, security alarm,1 parking.Sep entrance,utilities all inclusive.No Smoking/No pets due to allergies.$895<\\>monthly.Close to 401 & TTC. Untitled 30 Residential area.(416)724-9298 Finch/MacCowan:1 bdrm Bsmt -appt very clean,separate entrance,fully self contained with,kitchen,living rm,dinning rm,bath,parking avail.Three TTC routes.$600.00/Monthly.Close to all ammenities.No pets/smoking.Avail imUntitled 31 mediately.(416)298-9917 B r i m l e y / Eglinton:Bright,Spacious junior 1bdrm -bsmt apt,separate entrance.Near shopping & transportation. Utilities included.Avail Nov 16th or Dec 1st.$700/mo.Call Marilyn (416)818-5876
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Eglinton & Bellamy. -Near GO Transit and TTC. 2-Bedroom $984.00. 3-Bedroom $1,035.00. Call Brenda @416-266-0640, or email brucklandfoundation@rogers.com for more info.
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East Unfurnished Apartments Kingston Rd-Harwood Ave: -Semi furnished, ground level, bachelor apt, sep entry. Single, working person. Avail November 1st. TV cable & internet avail. Bus at doorstep. Walk to all amens. $675/mo incls utls. No smoking/ Untitled 32 pets Call (905)683-4643
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KEELE & MAJORMACKENZIE -(MAPLE) 2nd floor with Balcony 3 bdrm apt 2 bath, kitchen 3 Appls + Lndry Facils, Large Backyard 1200 Sq. Ft 2 car prkg, Close to all amenties Walking Distance to TTC, Go Station ViVA Transit at Door $1550/mo+ utils (905)832-2415
Jane & Major -Mackenzie: luxurious 2 bdrm bsmt apt, 4 modern appliances. A/C, Private Laundry, 2 parking, open concept livingroom/kitchen, modern cabnets,utilities included. No smoking. Sep Entry Available Nov 1st avail.$975/mth (416)801-3521 Hwy 7 & -PineValley1 large bsmt apt, for 1 or 2 people, extra clean, utilities included, no pets/smoking, 1 prkg, close to all amens, sep entry, avail immed. (905)856-7574 Untitled 42
JANE/TESTON RD 1 -bdrm bsmt apt $600/mo Avail Immed 1 car parking spacious windows, full bath, kitchentte, very close to York transit, Schools & amenities peaceful area call (905)303-7889 Untitled 43
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HWY 7 & -NINTH LINE 56 CORNEL PARK AVE (MARKHAM) Newly Reno 4 bdrm Luxury Town House New home incl ensuite 2.5 bath $1850/mo + utils 5 appls, 2 car garage, Backyard, Close to Transit & Hospital No pets/smoke Avail Immed (905)471-4961, (905)471-1048 Leave Message on voicemail
Leslie/Hwy 7:2 bdrm -2 bath condo 10th floor,approximate 1000 sq feetbalcony,corner unit,Storage locker,parking spot.Close to Hwy 407,404,7 & go train.No pets/smoking.5 appliances included.1600/monthly utilities included.Avail Untitled 44 Nov 18th.(647)400-6773
PINE VALLEY-HWY 7-1700 -Sqft new 3 bedroom raised bungalow. 3 Full bath’s, 4 appls, family, living, dining, Fire Place A/C, window coverings. Near amens. Credit check. No pets. $1700+ utils. Avail November 1st (905)856Untitled 47 3764, (416)277-9367
MCCOWAN & DENNISON -Big 1 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, laundry,1 car prkg, AC, kitchen, $650/mo Available immediately call (416)456-4078
Richmond Hill/BayView/Elgin Mills:3 -bdrm main floor in a quiet residential area, living & dinning room, hardwood flooring,full bath,A/C, 5 appliances, separate entrance.Close to all ammenities.Avail Immediately.No pets/smoking.$1300/monthly plus Untitled 48 utilities.call (905)886-6329
RICHMONDHILL YONGE & -WELDRICK Basement Apartment, Right off Yonge Street, close to transit & Shopping. Clean 2 bdrm, Lrge Kitchen. Sep entry,Incl lndry,cable, Internet & prkg, Suitable for Family, Best Location Avail Immed $1175/ Untitled 46 mo Call (647)618-0890
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aving a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm go off is unnerving. With smoke alarms, it is one of two things: a real fire or a false alarm, most likely caused by cooking, or a steamy shower. Experts tell us if the danger is real, you will see fire and smell smoke and taste the acrid air. This is when you act on your family escape plan to get out and stay out.” You leave all windows closed, so fresh oxygen doesn’t fuel the fire, and regroup outside at your predetermined meeting place. But with carbon monoxide, dubbed the“silent killer,”things are not so clear-cut. You cannot see, taste or smell the deadly gas. Experts say if your CO alarm sounds, it could be one of three things: a rare but possible waft of CO emanating from a nearby fuel-fired device or appliance, or perhaps triggered by some of the newer air deodorizer products (yes the CO sensors are that sensitive!); the“end of life”signal beeping every 30 seconds to remind you to replace the alarm after seven years of use (digital alarms will also display“end”); or much worse, it’s the presence of deadly CO in your home.
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For utmost safety, always assume CO alarm soundings to be the real thing. If, however, you know the alarm is old, or if it sounds every 30 seconds, it may be telling you it has become outdated and needs replacing. Highly recommended are carbon monoxide alarms with a continuous display, letting you know any presence of CO before it reaches levels high enough to activate the alarm. Installing one outside your sleeping area – so you can see the display reading “zero”– lets you know all is well when you turn off the lights.
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Altona/Sheppard Pickering Furnished, -1 bdrm. basement apt. Separate entrance. Utilities, Laundry, Cable & 1 Parking. No Smoking/Pets. $800/mo First/Last + Refs. Quiet. Avail. Immed. (905)492-0610
KEELE & EGLINTON-Large, -Bright rooms for rent in clean quiet house. Close to all amenities. $380/ mo$400/month. Avail Immediately or Nov 1st Call (416)230-4410
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MARKHAM & ELLESMERE -Room for rent in big ranch style bunglow 1bdrm Shared Kitchen & bathroom Very clean, quiet. Parking, laundry, & utils incl’d. $420/ month. No Pet/Smoking. Working Person Pref’d Avail immediately.(416)898-7543
KING & DUFFERIN -Quiet street furnished room for rent . Near amens & Transit, hrdwd floor, Share facilities. $110 per week, no smoking/pets. Immirgants & Students welcome! Avail immediately Call (647)829-9286, (416)588-7296
MORNINGSIDE/SHEPPARD Big & -Spacious,Fully Furnished 1 bdrm bsmt apt, close to all amenities, sep entry, no pets/smoking,Avail Immed.(416)282-0707
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MAJOR MACKENZIE/WOODBINE - -A unique opportunity to live in one of Markham’s finest homes. Clean rooms avail immed prkg, laundry,internet, tennis crt, utils & cable. (416)834-5845
Martingrove/Albion 1 large -Furnished bdrm in a town house,shared accomodation,laundry,cable.Close to humber college and albion mall. $485/monthly utilities included.No smoking/pets No parking.Avail immed 416-740-8328 (647)705Untitled 57 2051, (647)778-7245
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Neilson & Sheppard -Large furnished rooms $450/mo Clean & quiet home. 2 minutes to Transit. Available Immed Call: (416)220-3316
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PAPE & DANFORTH --Room for rent. $460/mo.Utilities included.Shared kitchen and bath.No smoking/pets. Close to subway.Avail Immed.Call (647)499-6232
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Royal York/Lakeshore -Clean, priv furnished rooms $30 single/ night also Wkly, mthly. Cable TV, A/C, Internet, shared bath. Steps to 24hr TTC. No Smoking/Pets. Credit/debit cards. Call: 416-2558796, 1800-3644410
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RATHBURN/WEST MALL (Etobicoke)- -Rooms For rent 1 bathroom Quiet respectful condo. Close to all amens, TV/cable, TTC, indoor/outdoor swimming pool, & gym, tennis court, hot top, sauna, security, A/C $480/mo utils Untitled 60 included (416)695-8949
BAYVIEW & MAJOR -MACKENZIE Free accomodation Small Salary in exchange for some child care,ideal for mother & Infant/Senior Welcome Avail Immediately call (905)883-3691, (416)702-1262
WESTON RD & -RUTHERFORD Small studio apt in a basement, totally furnished, parking, utilities included. $700/monthly Avail immediately.Call (416)903-1796
Brimley/FinchFurnished Room -available No smoking/pets, shared kitchen and bath attractive area, Avail Immed. Working person prefer’d. Call to inquire.416-321-9188.(416)748-5557
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Weston rd/ Law r e n c e : F u r n i s h e d room -in an appt,cable.$375/ monthly.Close to all ammenities. No smoking/pets. (416)242-5656
Eglinton & Scarlett -- Furnished Room for rent. Share kitchen & bath. Parking & laundry avail. $500/mo Utils cable television incld.Very close to TTC. Avail November 1st . No Pets.Call Monday - Friday before 2pm.Anytime on Untitled 51 Weekends (647)294-5765
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Finch/Neilson: fully furnished, -cozy large room. Very clean and quiet home. Utils incld. Close to all amens & TTC. Ideal for working person.Avail immediate. (416)321-0518
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HWY 27 / -HUMBER COLLEGE-Large room in house. Share kitchen & bathroom. Close to shopping, TTC. No prkg & No smoking. No pets please due to allergies. Inclusive. Available immed. Call for more details (416)746-1756 (647)4540667. Untitled 53
WESTON RD/SHEPPARD Room -for rent. Quiet area.utils included. Sep entry Liv/din room kitchen, no laundry.Cable included Close to TTC, & amenities.No Smoking/Pets Male pref’d Avail Nov 1st $440/mo.647-692-6758 (647)996-0509 Untitled 63
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Don Mills & -Steeles Single Person LAUGHTON & ST -CLAIR:Room Only on 1st floor Fully Furnished bach- for rent.$500/monthly utils included. Immed call :416-903-1796 elor apt. Sep entrance. Close to TTC, Avail Schools & Shops. Laundry, 1 Parking, Cable. $800/mo util included. First/Last Required. Avail Immed.No smoking/ Untitled 55 Untitled 17 pets. Call (416)491-4507
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using a jar of store bought curry paste gives authentic flavour to this easy dinner. adjust the spice level as you make it or substitute hot for the mild if you prefer. PreParation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes makes 5 servings 2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil 1 medium onion, cut in thin wedges 1 lb (500 g) sliced fresh Mushrooms (white or crimini) 2 cloves garlic, minced 3–4 tbsp (45–60 mL) mild Indian curry paste 1 tsp (5 mL) cinnamon 1 lb (500 g) skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into quarters 1 can (28 oz/796 mL) diced tomatoes 3 cups (750 mL) small broccoli or cauliflower florets 1 can (19 oz/540 mL) lentils, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped fresh coriander
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