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28 Shane Homestakes Tofi no III showhome to new heights

neighbourhood profi le

32 East VillageActive living with a downtown buzz

advice

10 The Homebuying ProcessExploring the typical new- home buying experienceby Donna Moore

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18 Mortgage advice3 steps for first-time buyers to get into the marketby Alyssa Richard

20 InsightCreating your dream landscapeby Brad Jackman

34 Calgaryism3 of Calgary’s best new food & drink spots in 2015by Cody Battershill

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6 Editor’s Note

30 What’s Online

district maps

07 Okotoks

11 Northeast

13 Cochrane

17 Southeast

19 Airdrie

23 Northwest

27 Southwest

31 Calgary East Region

33 Calgary South Region

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PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Moe Lalani

ALBERTA SALES MANAGER

Shelley Bala

EDITOR

Wayne Karl

ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck (on leave)Elisa KrovblitLydia McNutt (on leave)

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APEX’s MountainView off ers picturesque natural settingON THE COVER

showhome review

28 Shane Homestakes Tofi no III showhome to new heights

neighbourhood profi le

32 East VillageActive living with a downtown buzz

advice

10 The Homebuying ProcessExploring the typical new- home buying experienceby Donna Moore

14 Fundamentally SpeakingTake advantage of low rates while you can – but carefullyby Wayne Karl

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contentsJAN 1 - JAN 29, 2016 | VOLUME 19 ISSUE 1

8 3432

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14

18 Mortgage advice3 steps for first-time buyers to get into the marketby Alyssa Richard

20 InsightCreating your dream landscapeby Brad Jackman

34 Calgaryism3 of Calgary’s best new food & drink spots in 2015by Cody Battershill

in every issue

6 Editor’s Note

30 What’s Online

district maps

07 Okotoks

11 Northeast

13 Cochrane

17 Southeast

19 Airdrie

23 Northwest

27 Southwest

31 Calgary East Region

33 Calgary South Region

8

PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Moe Lalani

ALBERTA SALES MANAGER

Shelley Bala

EDITOR

Wayne Karl

ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck (on leave)Elisa KrovblitLydia McNutt (on leave)

SENIOR MEDIA CONSULTANT

Melanie Gowans403.200.8462

Follow me on twitter @melgowans

Like us on Facebook ypnexthome

PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Greg Van Sluytman

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Miguel CeaMike Terentiev

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala Gnanapandithan

FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT:

403.200.8462

FOR NATIONAL ADVERTISING INQUIRIES CALL:

416.263.6783

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Smaller households, smaller homes

Protect yourself from the chill

Canadian households are shrinking,

according to Statistics Canada data.

Seven decades ago, the average

household consisted of 4.3 people; by

2011, the average size had dropped to

2.5 people per household.

While the majority of Canadian

homes over the last century were

built to support larger families,

nowadays one or two people make

up the majority of households. This

is why condominium living have

become increasingly popular.

The impact of smaller families on

the Canadian housing market has

been signifi cant, spurring a dramatic

change in the types of homes and

apartments being constructed.

The introduction of townhomes,

lofts and condominiums is e� ectively

servicing smaller families and singles

who need homes and nearby

amenities. While larger homes are still

a need for some, the next time you

see another crane in the air keep this

new demographic dynamic in mind.

The move was intended to mostly

impart a slight cooling on Canada’s

hottest and most expensive real estate

markets – Toronto and Vancouver.

But the federal government’s

recent decision to raise the down

payment requirement for new insured

mortgages from fi ve per cent to 10 per

cent for the portion of the house price

above $500,000, could well have other

unintended consequences.

In particular, Calgary is among those

markets that these new rules could

infl ict additional cooling upon, at a

time when conditions are already chilly

enough.

Prospective buyers have a few

choices: buy before the new rules

take e� ect Feb. 15, 2016; fi nd a way to

increase your down payment; or look

at properties of less than $500,000.

Find a way to protect yourself from

this additional chill, until later in 2016

and 2017 when the Calgary economy

and housing market is expected to

begin warming up.

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Editors' Notes

EXPLORE EAST VILLAGE

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge

WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl

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›› OKOTOKSCOMMUNITIES

01 OKOTOKS AIR RANCH & RANCHERS’ RISE DEVELOPER: Bordeaux Developments BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Sterling Homes, Wolverine Custom Homes

02 CIMARRON DEVELOPER: Tristar Communities BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Trico Homes, Coco Homes, Timbercreek Homes, Westview Homes, Kunz Homes

03 DRAKE LANDING DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, Sterling Homes, Prominent Homes

04 WESTMOUNT DEVELOPER: Prominence Development Corp. BUILDERS: Cornerstone Homes, Gramercy Homes, Carpenter Homes

08 MOUNTAINVIEW (NOW OPEN) AT SANDSTONE DR. & MOUNT BURNS GREEN Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sterling Homes www.mountainviewokotoks.com

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Smaller households, smaller homes

Protect yourself from the chill

Canadian households are shrinking,

according to Statistics Canada data.

Seven decades ago, the average

household consisted of 4.3 people; by

2011, the average size had dropped to

2.5 people per household.

While the majority of Canadian

homes over the last century were

built to support larger families,

nowadays one or two people make

up the majority of households. This

is why condominium living have

become increasingly popular.

The impact of smaller families on

the Canadian housing market has

been signifi cant, spurring a dramatic

change in the types of homes and

apartments being constructed.

The introduction of townhomes,

lofts and condominiums is e� ectively

servicing smaller families and singles

who need homes and nearby

amenities. While larger homes are still

a need for some, the next time you

see another crane in the air keep this

new demographic dynamic in mind.

The move was intended to mostly

impart a slight cooling on Canada’s

hottest and most expensive real estate

markets – Toronto and Vancouver.

But the federal government’s

recent decision to raise the down

payment requirement for new insured

mortgages from fi ve per cent to 10 per

cent for the portion of the house price

above $500,000, could well have other

unintended consequences.

In particular, Calgary is among those

markets that these new rules could

infl ict additional cooling upon, at a

time when conditions are already chilly

enough.

Prospective buyers have a few

choices: buy before the new rules

take e� ect Feb. 15, 2016; fi nd a way to

increase your down payment; or look

at properties of less than $500,000.

Find a way to protect yourself from

this additional chill, until later in 2016

and 2017 when the Calgary economy

and housing market is expected to

begin warming up.

+ get social

Editors' Notes

EXPLORE EAST VILLAGE

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge

WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl


JAN 1-29, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 7

›› OKOTOKSCOMMUNITIES

01 OKOTOKS AIR RANCH & RANCHERS’ RISE DEVELOPER: Bordeaux Developments BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Sterling Homes, Wolverine Custom Homes

02 CIMARRON DEVELOPER: Tristar Communities BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Trico Homes, Coco Homes, Timbercreek Homes, Westview Homes, Kunz Homes

03 DRAKE LANDING DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, Sterling Homes, Prominent Homes

04 WESTMOUNT DEVELOPER: Prominence Development Corp. BUILDERS: Cornerstone Homes, Gramercy Homes, Carpenter Homes

08 MOUNTAINVIEW (NOW OPEN) AT SANDSTONE DR. & MOUNT BURNS GREEN Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sterling Homes www.mountainviewokotoks.com

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PERCHED ON an impressive plateau

that offers a tranquil natural setting and

breathtaking river and mountain views

makes MountainView one of the most

desirable communities in Okotoks.

Being developed by APEX

Developments, MountainView

encompasses 130 acres of land

located on an escarpment on the

west side of Okotoks just minutes

from downtown and a wide range of

amenities and conveniences.

“We’re really excited about the

response to this community,” says

Susan Henderson, senior development

manager at APEX. “MountainView

Property Profile | EXCEL HOMES, STERLING HOMES

APEX’s MountainView offers picturesque natural setting

has quickly become the sought after

address in Okotoks and sales have

been excellent in our first four phases

and a new phase has just recently

been released featuring 51 lots.

“MountainView will have

approximately 400 homes, so it’s fairly

low density with a number of larger lots

and large homes,” she says. “It will also

be very scenic as close to 50 per cent

of the land will be open space – a mix

of environmental reserve, naturalized

wetlands, active public space and

passive recreational park space – and

there is an outstanding entrance and a

community pathway system.

cover story

“The whole community is being

developed above the escarpment

with an abundance of greenspace

that includes natural tree stands

and prairie scape, and it overlooks

the lower wetlands with a creek

meandering through the area,”

Henderson says.

The escarpment, which provides

picturesque views of the Sheep

River and the Rockies is a significant

feature, “because it runs around

the community, and we’re going

to make sure it’s accessible to

everyone by creating pathways and

vista park spaces where people can

“ The whole community is being developed above the escarpment with an abundance of greenspace…”

minimum of 36-ft. wide, with several

lots sized up to or wider than 46 ft.

“Buyers love the larger lots and the

fact that they can get more for their

money in Okotoks, and if they choose

to they can build a more customized

home,” Henderson says.

Both Excel and Sterling are

crafting homes that feature

architectural styles – Mountain

Alpine, Tudor, Arts and Crafts,

Prairie and Craftsman – that were

chosen to refl ect the community’s

picturesque natural setting.

Residents in MountainView can

enjoy a round of golf at their doorstep

as the community is adjacent to the

D’Arcy Golf Course, and it’s a short

walk to Okotoks’ historical downtown

that features a charming mix of

boutiques and shops.

There’s also an array of shops,

including big box retailers, grocery

stores, coff ee shops, restaurants

and a variety of other amenities and

recreational facilities just a short

drive away.

An additional benefi t to residents

is that they’re only a 15-minute drive

to south Calgary with easy access to

Hwy. 2 for a quick commute, and the

foothills and Rocky Mountains are

close by.

For more information on

MountainView, visit the showhomes

open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8

p.m., and weekends and holidays,

noon to 5 p.m., or check out

mountainviewokotoks.com

LocationMountainView in Okotoks

BuilderExcel Homes, Sterling Homes

DevelopmentAPEX Developments

Home TypeSingle-family homes

Contactmountainviewokotoks.com

sit and enjoy the views,” she adds.

MountainView is comprised

entirely of single-family homes

creating a family-friendly, small-town

atmosphere where people can get to

know their neighbours.

MountainView’s builders Excel

Homes and Sterling Homes are

currently selling move-up and estate

homes with front-attached garages

in various styles and sizes. Prices

start in the $430,000s and include

lot and GST.

The builders have two showhomes

each on a parade located in Phase 2.

“People love the community

because of the location; it has great

access to the city and mountains,”

says Doug Anderson, Sterling’s area

manager. “It’s a very quiet small

community, so it off ers that small

town feel.”

MountainView also “off ers easy

access to schools, shops and a

variety of other amenities,” adds

Chamse Noomane, Excel’s area

manager. “People like that many of

the lots off er mountain views or back

onto greenspace or are walkouts and

that they can get larger than average

size lots.”

Lots in the community are a

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PERCHED ON an impressive plateau

that offers a tranquil natural setting and

breathtaking river and mountain views

makes MountainView one of the most

desirable communities in Okotoks.

Being developed by APEX

Developments, MountainView

encompasses 130 acres of land

located on an escarpment on the

west side of Okotoks just minutes

from downtown and a wide range of

amenities and conveniences.

“We’re really excited about the

response to this community,” says

Susan Henderson, senior development

manager at APEX. “MountainView

Property Profile | EXCEL HOMES, STERLING HOMES

APEX’s MountainView offers picturesque natural setting

has quickly become the sought after

address in Okotoks and sales have

been excellent in our first four phases

and a new phase has just recently

been released featuring 51 lots.

“MountainView will have

approximately 400 homes, so it’s fairly

low density with a number of larger lots

and large homes,” she says. “It will also

be very scenic as close to 50 per cent

of the land will be open space – a mix

of environmental reserve, naturalized

wetlands, active public space and

passive recreational park space – and

there is an outstanding entrance and a

community pathway system.

cover story

“The whole community is being

developed above the escarpment

with an abundance of greenspace

that includes natural tree stands

and prairie scape, and it overlooks

the lower wetlands with a creek

meandering through the area,”

Henderson says.

The escarpment, which provides

picturesque views of the Sheep

River and the Rockies is a significant

feature, “because it runs around

the community, and we’re going

to make sure it’s accessible to

everyone by creating pathways and

vista park spaces where people can

“ The whole community is being developed above the escarpment with an abundance of greenspace…”

minimum of 36-ft. wide, with several

lots sized up to or wider than 46 ft.

“Buyers love the larger lots and the

fact that they can get more for their

money in Okotoks, and if they choose

to they can build a more customized

home,” Henderson says.

Both Excel and Sterling are

crafting homes that feature

architectural styles – Mountain

Alpine, Tudor, Arts and Crafts,

Prairie and Craftsman – that were

chosen to refl ect the community’s

picturesque natural setting.

Residents in MountainView can

enjoy a round of golf at their doorstep

as the community is adjacent to the

D’Arcy Golf Course, and it’s a short

walk to Okotoks’ historical downtown

that features a charming mix of

boutiques and shops.

There’s also an array of shops,

including big box retailers, grocery

stores, coff ee shops, restaurants

and a variety of other amenities and

recreational facilities just a short

drive away.

An additional benefi t to residents

is that they’re only a 15-minute drive

to south Calgary with easy access to

Hwy. 2 for a quick commute, and the

foothills and Rocky Mountains are

close by.

For more information on

MountainView, visit the showhomes

open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8

p.m., and weekends and holidays,

noon to 5 p.m., or check out

mountainviewokotoks.com

LocationMountainView in Okotoks

BuilderExcel Homes, Sterling Homes

DevelopmentAPEX Developments

Home TypeSingle-family homes

Contactmountainviewokotoks.com

sit and enjoy the views,” she adds.

MountainView is comprised

entirely of single-family homes

creating a family-friendly, small-town

atmosphere where people can get to

know their neighbours.

MountainView’s builders Excel

Homes and Sterling Homes are

currently selling move-up and estate

homes with front-attached garages

in various styles and sizes. Prices

start in the $430,000s and include

lot and GST.

The builders have two showhomes

each on a parade located in Phase 2.

“People love the community

because of the location; it has great

access to the city and mountains,”

says Doug Anderson, Sterling’s area

manager. “It’s a very quiet small

community, so it off ers that small

town feel.”

MountainView also “off ers easy

access to schools, shops and a

variety of other amenities,” adds

Chamse Noomane, Excel’s area

manager. “People like that many of

the lots off er mountain views or back

onto greenspace or are walkouts and

that they can get larger than average

size lots.”

Lots in the community are a

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/apex-mountainview

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MANY PEOPLE in the calgary region

will start their New Year o� by thinking

about buying and moving into a new

home sometime in the near future.

Buying a new home is a big

decision and an important investment,

and there is a lot to consider. You

want to buy with confi dence, enjoy

the experience and know that you

have made the best decision for you

and your family.

Typically, the process takes place

over a substantial amount of time and

in several stages. To begin with, you

want to take some time deciding your

priorities – what you want, where you

want to live and how much you want

to spend. Then explore the variety of

homes available.

Start by doing some pre-planning

before you go house hunting.

Discuss with everyone in your

household what they want in a new

home, the yard, surroundings and

overall location. Make lists of what’s

important and divide them into must-

haves and would-be-nice-to-haves.

Before you look at prospective

homes, consider these factors:

» Think about the community,

the distance to work, tra� c and

availability of public transportation.

How far away are you from schools

and child care, and what about

places of worship, hospitals and

libraries? What’s the distance to

shops, services and other amenities

and how close are greenspaces,

pathways, tot lots, sports fi elds and

other recreational facilities?

Exploring the typical new- home buying experience

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» When it comes to your home, think

about the style, size and the number

of bedrooms you need now and

down the road. Do you require a

garage, a home o� ce, a bonus

room or storage?

» When looking at the layout, do

you prefer open or divided spaces,

formal or informal, and is there

fl exibility in the design so it can

change as the family grows? Are

there mobility restrictions and

health considerations to consider

when looking at the layout?

» What are your outdoor space needs

– yard, garden, deck and fence?

» Consider energy-e� cient

materials and products that go

into the home.

» Pre-wiring requirements for

automation, security systems,

entertainment and business should

be looked at, as well as if you want

a vacuum system, underground

sprinkler system or air conditioning.

» Most importantly, before you

being home shopping, you need

to decide on fi nancing – the

down payment you have available,

desired monthly mortgage payment

and other obligations and fi nancial

needs. Get mortgage pre-approval

so you know the price range you

should be looking at.

Once you’ve considered these

aspects, check the website of the

Canadian Home Builders’ Association

- Calgary Region (chbacalgary.com)

for a list of member builders in your

community and you can check ads

and articles like those found in the

New Home Guide to get a sense of

what builders are o� ering.

Talk to family, friends or co-workers

who have recently bought a new

home to learn from their experiences.

Browse the Internet for information

about builders, homes, communities,

products, fi nancing and other advice.

The key to successful house

hunting is to take your time, take

a thorough look at everything and

ask lots of questions. The more you

know, the better you’ll feel about the

choice you make for your new home.

Advice | THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS

Donna Moore Executive O� cer, Calgary Region Home Builders’ Association, 403.235.1911, crhba.com

By Donna Moore

›› NORTHEASTCOMMUNITIES

01 SADDLESTONE DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.saddlestonecalgary.com

02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes

03 CORNERSTONE DEVELOPER: Walton Development Coming soon www.liveatcornerstone.ca

04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Shane Homes (Shane showhome to be built in spring)

05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes


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MANY PEOPLE in the calgary region

will start their New Year o� by thinking

about buying and moving into a new

home sometime in the near future.

Buying a new home is a big

decision and an important investment,

and there is a lot to consider. You

want to buy with confi dence, enjoy

the experience and know that you

have made the best decision for you

and your family.

Typically, the process takes place

over a substantial amount of time and

in several stages. To begin with, you

want to take some time deciding your

priorities – what you want, where you

want to live and how much you want

to spend. Then explore the variety of

homes available.

Start by doing some pre-planning

before you go house hunting.

Discuss with everyone in your

household what they want in a new

home, the yard, surroundings and

overall location. Make lists of what’s

important and divide them into must-

haves and would-be-nice-to-haves.

Before you look at prospective

homes, consider these factors:

» Think about the community,

the distance to work, tra� c and

availability of public transportation.

How far away are you from schools

and child care, and what about

places of worship, hospitals and

libraries? What’s the distance to

shops, services and other amenities

and how close are greenspaces,

pathways, tot lots, sports fi elds and

other recreational facilities?

Exploring the typical new- home buying experience


» When it comes to your home, think

about the style, size and the number

of bedrooms you need now and

down the road. Do you require a

garage, a home o� ce, a bonus

room or storage?

» When looking at the layout, do

you prefer open or divided spaces,

formal or informal, and is there

fl exibility in the design so it can

change as the family grows? Are

there mobility restrictions and

health considerations to consider

when looking at the layout?

» What are your outdoor space needs

– yard, garden, deck and fence?

» Consider energy-e� cient

materials and products that go

into the home.

» Pre-wiring requirements for

automation, security systems,

entertainment and business should

be looked at, as well as if you want

a vacuum system, underground

sprinkler system or air conditioning.

» Most importantly, before you

being home shopping, you need

to decide on fi nancing – the

down payment you have available,

desired monthly mortgage payment

and other obligations and fi nancial

needs. Get mortgage pre-approval

so you know the price range you

should be looking at.

Once you’ve considered these

aspects, check the website of the

Canadian Home Builders’ Association

- Calgary Region (chbacalgary.com)

for a list of member builders in your

community and you can check ads

and articles like those found in the

New Home Guide to get a sense of

what builders are o� ering.

Talk to family, friends or co-workers

who have recently bought a new

home to learn from their experiences.

Browse the Internet for information

about builders, homes, communities,

products, fi nancing and other advice.

The key to successful house

hunting is to take your time, take

a thorough look at everything and

ask lots of questions. The more you

know, the better you’ll feel about the

choice you make for your new home.

Advice | THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS

Donna Moore Executive O� cer, Calgary Region Home Builders’ Association, 403.235.1911, crhba.com

By Donna Moore

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ONLINE

LAST YEAR was a notable one in the

mortgage world: The Bank of Canada

dropped its infl uential overnight

target rate – not once, but twice.

In its latest announcement on

Dec. 2, the BoC held the rate at

0.50 per cent – where it had been

since July after dropping it from

0.75 per cent, where it had been

since January 2015 when the Bank

dropped it from one per cent.

Just a bunch of numbers, right?

Perhaps, but some experts are now

saying rates won’t begin to inch up

from these historical lows until 2017.

This means an extended window of

opportunity for those looking to buy

a home.

If you could lock in at a low rate

over 10 years, for example, that gives

you the comfort of knowing what

your mortgage payments will be

over that period, while over that time

you can also take advantage of any

pre-payment and lump-sum payment

options to pay down your mortgage.

Another appeal of this scenario

is that, as we often point out,

experts advise you take a long-

term view of your home purchase.

For example, some markets have

recently experienced cooling prices

and softening sales. But even if

Window of opportunity

that were to happen in your market

and housing type, ask yourself: in

10 years, is a home you buy today

likely to be worth more or less? If

you need an answer to this question,

just take a look back at prices 10

years ago. Of course, there are

no guarantees, but if you’re in the

homebuying mode anyway, today’s

low rate environment makes a pretty

compelling reason to act sooner

than later to take advantage of these

opportunities.

Low rates notwithstanding, the

banks, fi nancial fi rms, brokers and

other experts still advise homebuyers

to practice smart borrowing.

Experts stress that even as rates

remain low, buyers should explore

everything from putting down a larger

down payment to taking advantage

of pre-payment options to “stress-

testing” your mortgage at a higher

rate to ensure your fi nances can

accommodate rate fl uctuations or

other unforeseen circumstances.

One day, the mortgage landscape

will change. And if you’re among

those homeowners who have been

somewhat spoiled by continuing low

rates, you could be could be in for an

unpleasant surprise.

Take advantage of today’s low

rates while you can, but also spend

the time necessary to fi nd a broker

or banker you trust, who knows

their business, and who can help

you explore what options might be

best for you.

More so than in any other area of

homebuying, you’re going to rely on

this advice – now more than ever. It

will prove to be time well spent.

ypnexthome.ca/hottest-markets

With 2015 in the rear view mirror and the New Year upon us, it’s an appropriate time to take a look at Canada’s hottest real estate markets.

While you might expect that Canada’s largest and most expensive markets such as Toronto and Vancouver are also the hottest, that’s not necessarily the case.

Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKINGAdvice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

By Wayne Karl

Canada’s 7 hottest real estate markets

Mortgage rates remain at historical lows, so take advantage while you can – but carefully

Read the full story…

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ONLINE

LAST YEAR was a notable one in the

mortgage world: The Bank of Canada

dropped its infl uential overnight

target rate – not once, but twice.

In its latest announcement on

Dec. 2, the BoC held the rate at

0.50 per cent – where it had been

since July after dropping it from

0.75 per cent, where it had been

since January 2015 when the Bank

dropped it from one per cent.

Just a bunch of numbers, right?

Perhaps, but some experts are now

saying rates won’t begin to inch up

from these historical lows until 2017.

This means an extended window of

opportunity for those looking to buy

a home.

If you could lock in at a low rate

over 10 years, for example, that gives

you the comfort of knowing what

your mortgage payments will be

over that period, while over that time

you can also take advantage of any

pre-payment and lump-sum payment

options to pay down your mortgage.

Another appeal of this scenario

is that, as we often point out,

experts advise you take a long-

term view of your home purchase.

For example, some markets have

recently experienced cooling prices

and softening sales. But even if

Window of opportunity

that were to happen in your market

and housing type, ask yourself: in

10 years, is a home you buy today

likely to be worth more or less? If

you need an answer to this question,

just take a look back at prices 10

years ago. Of course, there are

no guarantees, but if you’re in the

homebuying mode anyway, today’s

low rate environment makes a pretty

compelling reason to act sooner

than later to take advantage of these

opportunities.

Low rates notwithstanding, the

banks, fi nancial fi rms, brokers and

other experts still advise homebuyers

to practice smart borrowing.

Experts stress that even as rates

remain low, buyers should explore

everything from putting down a larger

down payment to taking advantage

of pre-payment options to “stress-

testing” your mortgage at a higher

rate to ensure your fi nances can

accommodate rate fl uctuations or

other unforeseen circumstances.

One day, the mortgage landscape

will change. And if you’re among

those homeowners who have been

somewhat spoiled by continuing low

rates, you could be could be in for an

unpleasant surprise.

Take advantage of today’s low

rates while you can, but also spend

the time necessary to fi nd a broker

or banker you trust, who knows

their business, and who can help

you explore what options might be

best for you.

More so than in any other area of

homebuying, you’re going to rely on

this advice – now more than ever. It

will prove to be time well spent.

ypnexthome.ca/hottest-markets

With 2015 in the rear view mirror and the New Year upon us, it’s an appropriate time to take a look at Canada’s hottest real estate markets.

While you might expect that Canada’s largest and most expensive markets such as Toronto and Vancouver are also the hottest, that’s not necessarily the case.

Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKINGAdvice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

By Wayne Karl

Canada’s 7 hottest real estate markets

Mortgage rates remain at historical lows, so take advantage while you can – but carefully

Read the full story…

jayman.comLEARN MORE ABOUT THESE HOMESVISIT OUR SHOWHOMES TODAY.

No appointment necessary.

built for you today

de signed WITH you in mind

support from start-to-finishWe make it easy to buy your dream home with mortgages from Jayman Financial, the assistance of Jayman Realty, and a complimentary Jayman moving van.

highest standardin the industry, you get more with a Jayman move-in ready home.

AUBURN BAY | EVANSTON | HEARTLAND | KINGS HEIGHTS | LEGACY

MAHOGANY | REDSTONE | RIVERSONG | RIVIERA | SUNSET RIDGE | SYMONS GATE

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SEMI-DETACHED

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STARTING FROM THE



SINGLE FRONT DRIVE

STARTING FROM THE



DOUBLE FRONT DRIVE

STARTING IN THE


INNOVATIONS BY JAYMAN & JAYMAN MASTERBUILT

*Terms and conditions may apply, E.& O.E. 5% down payment, 25 year amortization. Rates subject to change without notice. O.A.C. Client will be required to qualify at a higher rate. See sales centre for details.

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Mahogany

Developer: HopewellBuilders: Jayman MasterBUILT | Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes | Trico Homes

Auburn Bay

Developer: Carma

Showhomes: Auburn Bay Blvd. SE Auburn Sound Manor SE Auburn Bay Gardens

Showhomes: Corner of Cranston Ave.& Cranarch Rd.

Showhomes: Walden Rise SE

Showhomes: Mahogany Heath SE.

Showhomes: New Brighton Dr. SE.

Builders: Heartland Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Baywest Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT | Albi Homes | Morrison Homes

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ELGIN VILLAGEShowhomes: Elgin Meadows Green SE. Elgin Estates Park SE.Builders: Cardel Homes | Homes by Avi | Albi Homes | Heartland Homes

VILLAGE OF PRESTWICKShowhomes: Prestwick Blvd SE.Builders: Cedarglen Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT

Builders: Broadview Homes | Coco Homes Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes

New Brighton

Developer: Carma

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Builders: Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Morrison Homes | Heartland Homes | Homes by Avi

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Cranston Estates

Developer: Carma

Builders: Albi Homes | Landmark Homes | Baywest Homes

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18 YPNEXTHOME.CA

PURCHASING A HOME will be one of

the biggest investments you’ll ever

make. If you’re just starting to look,

there are a few steps you’ll need to

take before you can buy a home.

Determine how much you can a� ord

First, you have to determine what you

can a� ord. Your a� ordability is based

on your household income, your

current monthly debt payments and

the costs associated with owning a

home (such as property taxes, heating

costs, and condo fees).

A lender will also look at two

ratios to fi gure out how large your

mortgage can be. The fi rst is called

the gross debt service ratio. Your

monthly housing costs for (principal

and interest, taxes, and heating costs)

shouldn’t be more than 32 per cent

of your gross income. The second

is called the total debt service ratio,

which includes your housing costs

as well as any loan expenses (such

as credit card and line of credit

payments, and car loans or leases).

This ratio shouldn’t be higher than

First-time homebuyers:3 steps required to get into the market


40 per cent of your gross income.

You also have to come up with

enough money to make a down

payment. You’ll need to have a

minimum of fi ve per cent. If you’re

able to come up with a down

payment of 20 per cent or more, you

won’t need mortgage loan insurance.

And you should also have money

saved for closing costs, which could

be between 1.5 and four per cent of

the purchase price of your property.

Dip into savings

Once you’ve determined how much

you’ll need, you’ll have to fi nd a

source for your down payment and

closing costs, one of which can be

your RRSP.

Under the Home Buyers’ Plan, you

can withdraw up to $25,000 from

your RRSP on a tax-free basis as

long as the funds have been in the

plan for more than 90 days. If you’re

purchasing a property with a partner

who’s also a fi rst-time buyer, you’ll

each be able with withdraw $25,000.

Keep in mind that the money has to

be paid back starting the second year

after you make the withdrawal and

you have up to 15 years to repay the

amount. If you don’t make an annual

payment, you’ll have to declare it as

taxable income on your tax return for

that year.

If your RRSPs or other savings

aren’t enough, your family may be

able to help you. In fact, an April

2015 BMO survey found 42 per cent

of fi rst-time buyers expect their

parents or relatives to help pay for

their fi rst home.

Shop for a mortgage

It can pay to shop around. If you

and your partner go with the

fi rst mortgage rate you fi nd, you

could end up paying a lot more.

Let’s assume the following: you

plan on buying a $500,000 home

with a $400,000 mortgage, your

amortization period will be 25 years,

and you have a fi ve-year fi xed rate

of 3.5 per cent. That means your

total mortgage payment will be

$1,997 a month.

But if you do a little research, you

could save some money. If you’re

able to get a mortgage with a fi ve-

year fi xed rate of 2.5 per cent, your

payments will be $1,792, a di� erence

of $205 a month or $2,460 a year.

That’s why you should look for the

best mortgage rates.

You need to be ready fi nancially

before you’re able to purchase a

property. Knowing what steps are

involved to become a fi rst-time

homebuyer will allow you to start

your search for buying a home.

Advice | MORTGAGE ADVICE

Alyssa Richard is the founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart fi nancial decisions.

By Alyssa Richard

›› AIRDRIECOMMUNITIES05 RAVENSWOOD

DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview

06 COOPER’S CROSSING DEVELOPER: Westmark Holdings BUILDERS: McKee Homes, Trico Homes, Vesta Properties, Canterra Custom Homes, Crystal Creek Homes and Harder Homes, Lifestyle Homes

07 WILLIAMSTOWN DEVELOPER: Vesta Properties BUILDERS: Vesta Properties

08 HILLCREST Developer: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Shane Homes,Trico Homes hillcrestairdrie.com

09 SOUTHWINDS Developer: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes

10 CANALS LANDING Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: ReidBuilt Homes, Mckee Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Genesis Builders Group, Westview Homes

11 PIER 11 Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: Genesis Builder Group pier11airdrie.com

12 MIDTOWN Developer: Wenzel Developments & Apex Developments Builders: Creations by Shane Homes, Excel, Trico

VETERANS BLVD

1ST AVE

YANKEE VALLEY BLVD

NOSE CREEK

EASTLAKE

VETERANS BLVD

YANKEE VALLEY BLVD

2

1 12

11

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10

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5


6

7

89

01 BAYSIDE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes www.genesisland.com

02 WINDSONG DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

03 REUNION DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sabal Homes, McKee Homes

04 KING’S HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca


PURCHASING A HOME will be one of

the biggest investments you’ll ever

make. If you’re just starting to look,

there are a few steps you’ll need to

take before you can buy a home.

Determine how much you can a� ord

First, you have to determine what you

can a� ord. Your a� ordability is based

on your household income, your

current monthly debt payments and

the costs associated with owning a

home (such as property taxes, heating

costs, and condo fees).

A lender will also look at two

ratios to fi gure out how large your

mortgage can be. The fi rst is called

the gross debt service ratio. Your

monthly housing costs for (principal

and interest, taxes, and heating costs)

shouldn’t be more than 32 per cent

of your gross income. The second

is called the total debt service ratio,

which includes your housing costs

as well as any loan expenses (such

as credit card and line of credit

payments, and car loans or leases).

This ratio shouldn’t be higher than

First-time homebuyers:3 steps required to get into the market


40 per cent of your gross income.

You also have to come up with

enough money to make a down

payment. You’ll need to have a

minimum of fi ve per cent. If you’re

able to come up with a down

payment of 20 per cent or more, you

won’t need mortgage loan insurance.

And you should also have money

saved for closing costs, which could

be between 1.5 and four per cent of

the purchase price of your property.

Dip into savings

Once you’ve determined how much

you’ll need, you’ll have to fi nd a

source for your down payment and

closing costs, one of which can be

your RRSP.

Under the Home Buyers’ Plan, you

can withdraw up to $25,000 from

your RRSP on a tax-free basis as

long as the funds have been in the

plan for more than 90 days. If you’re

purchasing a property with a partner

who’s also a fi rst-time buyer, you’ll

each be able with withdraw $25,000.

Keep in mind that the money has to

be paid back starting the second year

after you make the withdrawal and

you have up to 15 years to repay the

amount. If you don’t make an annual

payment, you’ll have to declare it as

taxable income on your tax return for

that year.

If your RRSPs or other savings

aren’t enough, your family may be

able to help you. In fact, an April

2015 BMO survey found 42 per cent

of fi rst-time buyers expect their

parents or relatives to help pay for

their fi rst home.

Shop for a mortgage

It can pay to shop around. If you

and your partner go with the

fi rst mortgage rate you fi nd, you

could end up paying a lot more.

Let’s assume the following: you

plan on buying a $500,000 home

with a $400,000 mortgage, your

amortization period will be 25 years,

and you have a fi ve-year fi xed rate

of 3.5 per cent. That means your

total mortgage payment will be

$1,997 a month.

But if you do a little research, you

could save some money. If you’re

able to get a mortgage with a fi ve-

year fi xed rate of 2.5 per cent, your

payments will be $1,792, a di� erence

of $205 a month or $2,460 a year.

That’s why you should look for the

best mortgage rates.

You need to be ready fi nancially

before you’re able to purchase a

property. Knowing what steps are

involved to become a fi rst-time

homebuyer will allow you to start

your search for buying a home.

Advice | MORTGAGE ADVICE

Alyssa Richard is the founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart fi nancial decisions.

By Alyssa Richard

›› AIRDRIECOMMUNITIES05 RAVENSWOOD

DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview

06 COOPER’S CROSSING DEVELOPER: Westmark Holdings BUILDERS: McKee Homes, Trico Homes, Vesta Properties, Canterra Custom Homes, Crystal Creek Homes and Harder Homes, Lifestyle Homes

07 WILLIAMSTOWN DEVELOPER: Vesta Properties BUILDERS: Vesta Properties

08 HILLCREST Developer: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Shane Homes,Trico Homes hillcrestairdrie.com

09 SOUTHWINDS Developer: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes

10 CANALS LANDING Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: ReidBuilt Homes, Mckee Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Genesis Builders Group, Westview Homes

11 PIER 11 Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: Genesis Builder Group pier11airdrie.com

12 MIDTOWN Developer: Wenzel Developments & Apex Developments Builders: Creations by Shane Homes, Excel, Trico

VETERANS BLVD

1ST AVE

YANKEE VALLEY BLVD

NOSE CREEK

EASTLAKE

VETERANS BLVD

YANKEE VALLEY BLVD

2

1 12

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3

10

4

5


6

7

89

01 BAYSIDE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes www.genesisland.com

02 WINDSONG DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

03 REUNION DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sabal Homes, McKee Homes

04 KING’S HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca

20 YPNEXTHOME.CA

Create your dream landscape

ONE SHOULD NEVER underestimate the many benefits

of creating a vibrant and functional outdoor living space

customized for your home. Professionally landscaping

your property provides a sanctuary for your family, friends

and pets. Landscaping improves your quality of life,

increases the value of your home and adds personal flare

to your home’s exterior. Clearly, there are many aspects

to landscape construction and it pays to explore all your

options carefully.

With a variety of high quality products and many

different design concepts, your landscape design can

be customized to complement any size and shape of

property.

Insight

By Brad Jackman

Natural Stone is a fabulous material to use for

landscaping. Serenity, timelessness, balance, beauty and

function are all traits of natural stone.

Landscape lighting is a phenomenal way to enhance

your outdoor space and bring your yard and nature to life.

Lighting provides your space with energy, safety, balance

and interest. The ambient glow of landscape lighting sets

the mood for your yard.

Custom irrigation systems are an excellent way to

conserve water and reduce your yard maintenance. This

will allow home owners to maximize the amount of water

their landscape requires. An irrigation system is a far more

effective way to provide your yard the water it craves.

Homeowners have endless options when it comes to

custom woodwork. Decks, pergolas, privacy walls, arbors

and many other options are possible with wood. Pressure

treated lumber, cedar and Kayu Batu (outdoor hardwood)

are all excellent material choices to bring the luxury

of inside outdoors.

Retaining walls create boundaries, provide function and

most importantly support earth. Walls can be the most

important part of your landscape. Garden beds, steps,

boulders, trees, shrubs and lighting can all become part of

your retaining walls.

Drainage, grade, structure and function must be

considered at every level. With a man-made concrete

product you are able to build retaining walls perfectly level.

Paving stones are another landscape option and can be

creatively incorporated into your yard. Paving stones are

more cost effective than natural stone and there are many

options of colors, textures, and sizes.

Concrete is a product which is extremely functional, low

maintenance and is very cost effective. Concrete can be

done with a brushed, exposed or stamped finish. Concrete

is great for walkways, patios, driveways and walls.

Clearly, there are many aspects to landscape construction

and it pays to explore all your options carefully. More

importantly, hire a company with a strong portfolio.

The key to enjoyment and the longevity of your yard is

quality craftsmanship. Landscaping is a process that’s built

in layers. Many of the steps are tedious, lengthy and labour

intense. Progress can seem slow due to the preparative

work required, with most typical contracts springing to life

in the final few days of construction.

Having professionals with the proper knowledge base

who use high quality materials is a must.

A locally owned and operated Calgary based company,

Landscape 360 specializes in residential, estate and

acreage landscape construction. Our philosophy is

based upon professionalism, quality, trust and respect.

Brad Jackman and Brian Smith lead a team of friendly,

knowledgeable and hardworking staff. We have a

combined 22 years of experience within the landscape

industry. If it is a fully conceptual design you require or a

smaller project, we will be happy to help.

Landscape 360 Professional Landscape Construction

403.452.0360, landscape360.ca

Like us on facebook


Create your dream landscape

ONE SHOULD NEVER underestimate the many benefits

of creating a vibrant and functional outdoor living space

customized for your home. Professionally landscaping

your property provides a sanctuary for your family, friends

and pets. Landscaping improves your quality of life,

increases the value of your home and adds personal flare

to your home’s exterior. Clearly, there are many aspects

to landscape construction and it pays to explore all your

options carefully.

With a variety of high quality products and many

different design concepts, your landscape design can

be customized to complement any size and shape of

property.

Insight

By Brad Jackman

Natural Stone is a fabulous material to use for

landscaping. Serenity, timelessness, balance, beauty and

function are all traits of natural stone.

Landscape lighting is a phenomenal way to enhance

your outdoor space and bring your yard and nature to life.

Lighting provides your space with energy, safety, balance

and interest. The ambient glow of landscape lighting sets

the mood for your yard.

Custom irrigation systems are an excellent way to

conserve water and reduce your yard maintenance. This

will allow home owners to maximize the amount of water

their landscape requires. An irrigation system is a far more

effective way to provide your yard the water it craves.

Homeowners have endless options when it comes to

custom woodwork. Decks, pergolas, privacy walls, arbors

and many other options are possible with wood. Pressure

treated lumber, cedar and Kayu Batu (outdoor hardwood)

are all excellent material choices to bring the luxury

of inside outdoors.

Retaining walls create boundaries, provide function and

most importantly support earth. Walls can be the most

important part of your landscape. Garden beds, steps,

boulders, trees, shrubs and lighting can all become part of

your retaining walls.

Drainage, grade, structure and function must be

considered at every level. With a man-made concrete

product you are able to build retaining walls perfectly level.

Paving stones are another landscape option and can be

creatively incorporated into your yard. Paving stones are

more cost effective than natural stone and there are many

options of colors, textures, and sizes.

Concrete is a product which is extremely functional, low

maintenance and is very cost effective. Concrete can be

done with a brushed, exposed or stamped finish. Concrete

is great for walkways, patios, driveways and walls.

Clearly, there are many aspects to landscape construction

and it pays to explore all your options carefully. More

importantly, hire a company with a strong portfolio.

The key to enjoyment and the longevity of your yard is

quality craftsmanship. Landscaping is a process that’s built

in layers. Many of the steps are tedious, lengthy and labour

intense. Progress can seem slow due to the preparative

work required, with most typical contracts springing to life

in the final few days of construction.

Having professionals with the proper knowledge base

who use high quality materials is a must.

A locally owned and operated Calgary based company,

Landscape 360 specializes in residential, estate and

acreage landscape construction. Our philosophy is

based upon professionalism, quality, trust and respect.

Brad Jackman and Brian Smith lead a team of friendly,

knowledgeable and hardworking staff. We have a

combined 22 years of experience within the landscape

industry. If it is a fully conceptual design you require or a

smaller project, we will be happy to help.

Landscape 360 Professional Landscape Construction

403.452.0360, landscape360.ca

Like us on facebook

22 YPNEXTHOME.CA

ASK AN EXPERT: by HEATHER RYAN

Q & A

Q&AAsk An Expert

Q: How can using social media help in my hunt for a new home?

A: “Social media is a popular tool to use when researching buying

almost any product nowadays, including purchasing a new home,”

says Brenda Kasianiuk, social media, marketing and sales associate

for Shane Homes and Creations by Shane Homes. “Research

shows that Canadians spend an average of 36.3 hours browsing

and visit approximately 80 websites in one month’s time (source:

comscore.com).”

Many of these people, she says, are using their mobile devices such

as smartphones and tablets to visit sites like Facebook and Twitter. So,

it’s not surprising that with the growing popularity of social media, more

home builders are providing useful and relevant information on social

media for consumer’s convenience.

“Social media is an easily accessible, timely, low cost information

source for people to research and keep up-to-date on what’s happening

By Heather Ryan

Social media a popular tool for house hunters

in the home building industry,” Kasianiuk notes. “Many builders are on

social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and

Pinterest and use these sites to share information such as showhome

openings, quick possession home availability, promotions and more.”

Many builders also provide relevant information for new home

owners after they move in, such as home maintenance information

and decorating tips, as well as sharing information on their community

involvement, awards and introducing new employees and initiatives.

Instagram and Pinterest are popular photo sharing sites and are useful

in providing ideas for customers’ selections when building their homes

– inspiration for flooring, backsplashes, door finishes, cabinet styles in

the kitchen and bath and virtually every aspect of your home. YouTube

is one of the top search engines, and many builders have showhome

video tours, customer testimonials and other useful videos for people

looking to find a new home. You can also research customer reviews on

impartial third party sites such as Home Stars.

“Accessing social media can make the process of buying a home

easier, as it is a source of great content for ideas once you make the

decision to purchase,” Kasianiuk says. “Websites such as Houzz provide

a database of over one million photos for design inspiration when it

comes to actually building your home.”

If you have any home related questions, you’re invited to contact

Shane Homes at [email protected].

.

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11 VALLEY POINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Albi Homes

12 BEARSPAW WILLOW CREEK BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Hyatt Homes, Laratta Homes, Mckinley Masters Custom Homes

13 WATERMARK AT BEARSPAW #1 Community in Canada* DEVELOPER: Macdonald Development Corporation BUILDERS: Astoria Homes; Albi Homes, Trickle Creek Homes, Wolf Custom Homes www.watermarkatbearspaw.com

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18 MOUNT PLEASANT BUILDER: Landmark Homes www.landmarkgroup.ca

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ASK AN EXPERT: by HEATHER RYAN

Q & A

Q&AAsk An Expert

Q: How can using social media help in my hunt for a new home?

A: “Social media is a popular tool to use when researching buying

almost any product nowadays, including purchasing a new home,”

says Brenda Kasianiuk, social media, marketing and sales associate

for Shane Homes and Creations by Shane Homes. “Research

shows that Canadians spend an average of 36.3 hours browsing

and visit approximately 80 websites in one month’s time (source:

comscore.com).”

Many of these people, she says, are using their mobile devices such

as smartphones and tablets to visit sites like Facebook and Twitter. So,

it’s not surprising that with the growing popularity of social media, more

home builders are providing useful and relevant information on social

media for consumer’s convenience.

“Social media is an easily accessible, timely, low cost information

source for people to research and keep up-to-date on what’s happening

By Heather Ryan

Social media a popular tool for house hunters

in the home building industry,” Kasianiuk notes. “Many builders are on

social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and

Pinterest and use these sites to share information such as showhome

openings, quick possession home availability, promotions and more.”

Many builders also provide relevant information for new home

owners after they move in, such as home maintenance information

and decorating tips, as well as sharing information on their community

involvement, awards and introducing new employees and initiatives.

Instagram and Pinterest are popular photo sharing sites and are useful

in providing ideas for customers’ selections when building their homes

– inspiration for flooring, backsplashes, door finishes, cabinet styles in

the kitchen and bath and virtually every aspect of your home. YouTube

is one of the top search engines, and many builders have showhome

video tours, customer testimonials and other useful videos for people

looking to find a new home. You can also research customer reviews on

impartial third party sites such as Home Stars.

“Accessing social media can make the process of buying a home

easier, as it is a source of great content for ideas once you make the

decision to purchase,” Kasianiuk says. “Websites such as Houzz provide

a database of over one million photos for design inspiration when it

comes to actually building your home.”

If you have any home related questions, you’re invited to contact

Shane Homes at [email protected].

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09 EVANSVIEW DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Acuri Homes

10 SAGE MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.genesisland.com

11 VALLEY POINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Albi Homes

12 BEARSPAW WILLOW CREEK BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Hyatt Homes, Laratta Homes, Mckinley Masters Custom Homes

13 WATERMARK AT BEARSPAW #1 Community in Canada* DEVELOPER: Macdonald Development Corporation BUILDERS: Astoria Homes; Albi Homes, Trickle Creek Homes, Wolf Custom Homes www.watermarkatbearspaw.com

14 EVANSRIDGE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDERS: DS Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group, Morrison Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Westview Builders, Stepper Custom Homes, Calbridge Homes

15 ROCK LAKE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Decker Management BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes

17 SHERWOOD DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group www.lifeinsherwood.com

18 MOUNT PLEASANT BUILDER: Landmark Homes www.landmarkgroup.ca

19 SYMONS GATE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Residential, Jayman MasterBuilt, Morrison Homes

01 PANORAMA HILLS DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Cardel Homes, Landmark, Arcuri Homes

02 ROYAL OAK DEVELOPER: Birchwood Properties BUILDERS: Birchwood Properties

03 EVANSTON DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview, NuVista, Trico Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT

04 SAGE HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes

05 NOLAN HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Morrison Homes, Shane Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Jager Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Creations by Shane Homes www.nolanhillunited.com

06 BEACON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Intergulf Cidex BUILDER: Trico Homes, Intergulf Cidex

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01 MYSTIC RIDGE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes www.mysticcalbridge.com

02 CURRIE BARRACKS BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Empire Custom Homes, Avi Urban, Calbridge Homes, Core Properties, Jayman Modus, Slokker Canada West

03 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments

04 CRESTMONT DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Augusta Fine Homes, NuVista Homes

05 ELMONT BAY BUILDERS: Westview Builders, Winwood Homes www.elmontbay.com

06 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes

07 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca

08 WEST GROVE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes, Augusta Fine Homes, West Grove Estates, Shane Homes, Truman Homes

09 SHAWNEE PARK DEVELOPER: Cardel Homes BUILDERS: Cardel Homes www.cardelhomes.com

10 WEST GROVE POINT DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Sane Homes and Truman Homes

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In general, today’s provincial outlooks call for moderate economic performance under the expectation that the price of oil will average marginally higher in 2016 by comparison to those experienced prior to 2015. This expectation is different from the general expectation issued last January when many economists assumed oil prices would grow consistently throughout 2015 and 2016. With this new scenario, a new reality has set in and the expectation for Alberta’s labour markets and corresponding net migration levels in 2016 are in general, moderate.

*Alberta Treasury Board and Finance Average and Range of Outlook Survey (Oct 2015) **CMHC Housing Market Outlook for Canadian Prairie Regions (Nov 2015).

That said, the net economic outcome of 2016’s labour market (real GDP) is expected to outpace 2015 levels, which will encourage stronger household income growth. In turn, annual resale housing transactions in the province are expected to reach similar levels as experienced in 2015, keeping housing prices in this market marginally higher on average.

Provincial new housing starts are, however, expected to contract as the market for new homes focuses more on selling current constructing inventory. This will help relieve any downward price pressure that might otherwise occur if the level of unsold completed new homes were to increase.

The table below provides a summary of the forecasts reviewed in the above interpretation.

Intelligence House reminds the reader that this outlook is for the province as a whole, and does not apply to every provincial community equally – as some communities are poised to perform much better than others by a similar analysis.

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Real Estate Marketing Agency with a focus on strategic

market intelligence which includes full research, marketing

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Alberta Economic Outlook Summary for 2016

2014 2015 (est) 2016 f 2016 f(Low to High)

*West Texas Intermediate Oil $US $96 $50 $57* $54 - $75*Alberta Real GDP Growth 4.8 -1 1.5* 0.9 - 1.4*Employment Growth 2.2 1 0.5* 0.1 - 1.1*Unemployment Rate 4.7 5.7 5.7* 5.3 - 6.5*Primary Household Income Growth 6.8 2.5 2.8* 3.1 - 3.8Net Migration (June - June) 42 23.4 27.2* naResale Housing Transactions 71,733 57,500 58,600** naResale Housing Price Growth 5.2 -2.6 0.4** naNew Housing Starts 40,590 37,200 29,800** naYear-End Housing Units Under Construction 33,706 33,141 na na


01 MYSTIC RIDGE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes www.mysticcalbridge.com

02 CURRIE BARRACKS BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Empire Custom Homes, Avi Urban, Calbridge Homes, Core Properties, Jayman Modus, Slokker Canada West

03 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments

04 CRESTMONT DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Augusta Fine Homes, NuVista Homes

05 ELMONT BAY BUILDERS: Westview Builders, Winwood Homes www.elmontbay.com

06 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes

07 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca

08 WEST GROVE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes, Augusta Fine Homes, West Grove Estates, Shane Homes, Truman Homes

09 SHAWNEE PARK DEVELOPER: Cardel Homes BUILDERS: Cardel Homes www.cardelhomes.com

10 WEST GROVE POINT DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Sane Homes and Truman Homes

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Intelligence House is beginning the new year with a general review of how economic experts expect key provincial indicators to perform throughout 2016. For this exercise, we’ve studied the comprehensive survey of provincial outlooks published by the Alberta Treasury Board and Finance, in conjunction with their most recent provincial budget, as well as the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s winter outlook for Alberta’s housing market.

In general, today’s provincial outlooks call for moderate economic performance under the expectation that the price of oil will average marginally higher in 2016 by comparison to those experienced prior to 2015. This expectation is different from the general expectation issued last January when many economists assumed oil prices would grow consistently throughout 2015 and 2016. With this new scenario, a new reality has set in and the expectation for Alberta’s labour markets and corresponding net migration levels in 2016 are in general, moderate.

*Alberta Treasury Board and Finance Average and Range of Outlook Survey (Oct 2015) **CMHC Housing Market Outlook for Canadian Prairie Regions (Nov 2015).

That said, the net economic outcome of 2016’s labour market (real GDP) is expected to outpace 2015 levels, which will encourage stronger household income growth. In turn, annual resale housing transactions in the province are expected to reach similar levels as experienced in 2015, keeping housing prices in this market marginally higher on average.

Provincial new housing starts are, however, expected to contract as the market for new homes focuses more on selling current constructing inventory. This will help relieve any downward price pressure that might otherwise occur if the level of unsold completed new homes were to increase.

The table below provides a summary of the forecasts reviewed in the above interpretation.

Intelligence House reminds the reader that this outlook is for the province as a whole, and does not apply to every provincial community equally – as some communities are poised to perform much better than others by a similar analysis.

Intelligence House is Alberta’s newest and most innovative

Real Estate Marketing Agency with a focus on strategic

market intelligence which includes full research, marketing

and sales / leasing services for the real estate industry.

From left to right:Emmett HartfieldAlex RuffiniMichael Melnychuk

intelligencehouse.ca

FOLLOW US ON

Alberta Economic Outlook Summary for 2016

2014 2015 (est) 2016 f 2016 f(Low to High)

*West Texas Intermediate Oil $US $96 $50 $57* $54 - $75*Alberta Real GDP Growth 4.8 -1 1.5* 0.9 - 1.4*Employment Growth 2.2 1 0.5* 0.1 - 1.1*Unemployment Rate 4.7 5.7 5.7* 5.3 - 6.5*Primary Household Income Growth 6.8 2.5 2.8* 3.1 - 3.8Net Migration (June - June) 42 23.4 27.2* naResale Housing Transactions 71,733 57,500 58,600** naResale Housing Price Growth 5.2 -2.6 0.4** naNew Housing Starts 40,590 37,200 29,800** naYear-End Housing Units Under Construction 33,706 33,141 na na

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Showhome Review | SHANE HOMES

Shane Homes takes Tofino III showhome to

PRESENTING A BEAUTIFUL decor, stunning features and

super-sized spaces, Shane Homes has taken its Tofino III

showhome in West Grove Point to new heights.

“The Tofino is one of our most popular plans, and with

this showhome we’ve upped the wow factor,” says area

manager Jack Kushner. “It’s an absolutely beautiful home

and if it’s not the nicest decorated showhome that Shane

Homes has ever done, then it’s in the top three.

“This showhome is a customized version of the Tofino

III, so it’s larger and more luxurious,” Kushner says. “It’s a

30-ft. wide home, so four feet wider than the standard

Tofino creating a very spacious, open feel.

“People come into this home and say ‘Wow!’ They love

the incredible ensuite – it really has that spa-like feel – the

kitchen with the exotic granite and the spaciousness of all

the bedrooms – all of which come with walk-in closets

and built-in shelves,” he adds.

The 2,882-sq.-ft. showhome impresses right from the

front door, with a grand foyer featuring a towering open

to above ceiling, open rails on the staircase that provides

a view through to the rear of the home and a richly toned

hardwood floor.

The nine-ft. ceilings on all three floors and eight-ft.

doors on the main and second floors add to the sense

of grandeur and a classic contemporary look in warm

grey and white gives the home a clean and crisp look

without being stark.

Off the foyer, double French doors open to an IT zone

offering an ideal home office space with a built-in desk

and upper and lower cabinets, and also up front is a half-

bath and a huge mud room that provides substantial space

to store boots and coats with built-in lockers, shelves and

a functional bench.

The kitchen is a feast for the eyes with its upgraded

NEW HEIGHTS

“ It’s an absolutely beautiful home and if it’s not the nicest decorated showhome that Shane Homes has ever done, then it’s in the top three”

LocationWest Point Grove

BuilderShane Homes

Home TypeTofino III

Sales Centre38 West Grove Point S.W., Calgary

ContactJack, 403.536.2304

granite-topped island with breakfast bar seating as the focal

point. Other stunning features include a chimney-style hood

over the cook top range that blends into the cabinetry, built-

in wall oven with microwave above, ceiling height cabinets,

full-height decorative tile backsplash and a walk-through

pantry with built-in shelves and an upright freezer.

Shane adds a special touch by continuing the kitchen’s

style in a built-in hutch complete with a wine fridge and

built-in wine rack in the adjacent dining area, while the great

room offers a warm, comfortable space highlighted by a

gorgeous feature wall that surrounds the fireplace.

At the top of the stairs, the expansive bonus room

offers a vaulted ceiling and an eye-catching built-in

entertainment unit.

The grand owners’ suite presents a relaxing private

retreat that can easily accommodate king-sized furniture

and owners will love indulging themselves in the lavish

ensuite featuring a bank of windows, a free-standing

soaker tub, super-sized walk-in shower and granite-

topped his and her vanities – hers also has a make-up

table – plus there is a large walk-in closet.

The upstairs also features two generously-sized

bedrooms each with walk-in closets and one with an

inviting built-in window bench seat, a full bathroom and

large laundry room.

This showhome features an oversized double garage,

however, Kushner says because the lots in West Grove

Point are average 158-ft. long Shane Homes can build

triple and quadruple tandem car garages. “We also offer

a great selection of lots, about 50 per cent are walkouts

and 75 per cent back onto greenspace.”

For more information, visit the Tofino III at 38 West

Grove Point S.W., Calgary, open Monday to Thursday,

2 to 8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m.,

call 403.536.2304 or visit shanehomes.com


Showhome Review | SHANE HOMES

Shane Homes takes Tofino III showhome to

PRESENTING A BEAUTIFUL decor, stunning features and

super-sized spaces, Shane Homes has taken its Tofino III

showhome in West Grove Point to new heights.

“The Tofino is one of our most popular plans, and with

this showhome we’ve upped the wow factor,” says area

manager Jack Kushner. “It’s an absolutely beautiful home

and if it’s not the nicest decorated showhome that Shane

Homes has ever done, then it’s in the top three.

“This showhome is a customized version of the Tofino

III, so it’s larger and more luxurious,” Kushner says. “It’s a

30-ft. wide home, so four feet wider than the standard

Tofino creating a very spacious, open feel.

“People come into this home and say ‘Wow!’ They love

the incredible ensuite – it really has that spa-like feel – the

kitchen with the exotic granite and the spaciousness of all

the bedrooms – all of which come with walk-in closets

and built-in shelves,” he adds.

The 2,882-sq.-ft. showhome impresses right from the

front door, with a grand foyer featuring a towering open

to above ceiling, open rails on the staircase that provides

a view through to the rear of the home and a richly toned

hardwood floor.

The nine-ft. ceilings on all three floors and eight-ft.

doors on the main and second floors add to the sense

of grandeur and a classic contemporary look in warm

grey and white gives the home a clean and crisp look

without being stark.

Off the foyer, double French doors open to an IT zone

offering an ideal home office space with a built-in desk

and upper and lower cabinets, and also up front is a half-

bath and a huge mud room that provides substantial space

to store boots and coats with built-in lockers, shelves and

a functional bench.

The kitchen is a feast for the eyes with its upgraded

NEW HEIGHTS

“ It’s an absolutely beautiful home and if it’s not the nicest decorated showhome that Shane Homes has ever done, then it’s in the top three”

LocationWest Point Grove

BuilderShane Homes

Home TypeTofino III

Sales Centre38 West Grove Point S.W., Calgary

ContactJack, 403.536.2304

granite-topped island with breakfast bar seating as the focal

point. Other stunning features include a chimney-style hood

over the cook top range that blends into the cabinetry, built-

in wall oven with microwave above, ceiling height cabinets,

full-height decorative tile backsplash and a walk-through

pantry with built-in shelves and an upright freezer.

Shane adds a special touch by continuing the kitchen’s

style in a built-in hutch complete with a wine fridge and

built-in wine rack in the adjacent dining area, while the great

room offers a warm, comfortable space highlighted by a

gorgeous feature wall that surrounds the fireplace.

At the top of the stairs, the expansive bonus room

offers a vaulted ceiling and an eye-catching built-in

entertainment unit.

The grand owners’ suite presents a relaxing private

retreat that can easily accommodate king-sized furniture

and owners will love indulging themselves in the lavish

ensuite featuring a bank of windows, a free-standing

soaker tub, super-sized walk-in shower and granite-

topped his and her vanities – hers also has a make-up

table – plus there is a large walk-in closet.

The upstairs also features two generously-sized

bedrooms each with walk-in closets and one with an

inviting built-in window bench seat, a full bathroom and

large laundry room.

This showhome features an oversized double garage,

however, Kushner says because the lots in West Grove

Point are average 158-ft. long Shane Homes can build

triple and quadruple tandem car garages. “We also offer

a great selection of lots, about 50 per cent are walkouts

and 75 per cent back onto greenspace.”

For more information, visit the Tofino III at 38 West

Grove Point S.W., Calgary, open Monday to Thursday,

2 to 8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m.,

call 403.536.2304 or visit shanehomes.com

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CHESTERMERERAINBOW FALLS DEVELOPER: Truman Developments BUILDER: Jager Homes, Lionsworthe Homes, Douglas Homes, ReidBuilt Homes

WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, ReidBuilt Homes

SHORES ON WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Albi Homes

KINNIBURGH DEVELOPER: Pollyco Developments BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Canterra custom homes, Sterling Homes, Lifestyle Homes, Douglas Homes, Westridge Fine Homes, Broadview Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Sunstar Homes

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04 BUFFALO HILLS (coming soon) BUILDERS: Prominent Homes Douglas Homes, Klair Custom Homes Prominent Homes, Mapeland Homes

LAKEPOINTE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDER: Mattamy Homes Sales centre 400 Westpark Dr.

LANGDONBOULDER CREEK ESTATES DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Broadview Homes

HANSON PARK DEVELOPER: Hanson Park Developments BUILDERS: Canaco Homes Ltd, Ovation Homes Ltd, Douglas Homes

STRATHMORE THE RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: United BUILDERS: Jager Homes and Westview Builders

WILDFLOWER RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Cancorp Property Group Inc. BUILDERS: Carpenter Homes, Paradyme Homes, Aquilla Homes and Canterra Custom Homes

EDGEFIELD IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Pollyco BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes, Ovation Homes, Westview Homes, Aquilla Homes www.edgefieldstrathmore.com

LYALTA03 THE LAKES OF MUIRFIELD

BUILDERS: Douglas Homes, Today’s Homes, Ribero Homes and Compass Rose Homes

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PEOPLE WHO LIKE to be a part of the

downtown buzz and enjoy condo

living will love East Village. Active

residents, downtown urbanites and

professionals who value being close

to work and the amenities associated

with downtown should defi nitely

consider this area. Just remember –

you’ll pay for these conveniences

Vibe

East Village has undergone intense

revitalization in the last few years.

Due to once high vacancy rates,

this downtown neighbourhood was

formerly known as “the wrong side

of the tracks,” but in recent years has

become one of the residential hot

spots. East Village is now home to

restored heritage buildings, public art,

brand new condominium highrises,

parkways and connecting bridges.

Meet the neighbours

The convenience of having

downtown so close and the infl ux of

new metropolitan inspired condos,

complete with rooftop patios and a

spectacular view of the river, make

this a popular place with the younger

Neighbourhood Profi le

crowd and professionals. You won’t

see much for families in the area and

many of the residents are renters

versus owners.

In the area

The Riverwalk is always full of

runners, cyclists and outdoor yoga

classes. Coined “Eat Village” by locals,

there’s Charbar restaurant and patio;

Phil and Sebastian co� ee and fresh

baking from Sidewalk Citizen Cafe

– all located in the now restored

Simmons Building. You’ll also fi nd an

assortment of food trucks.

Planes, trains & automobiles

Because this community is so

centrally located, this is one part of

Calgary where you could go without

a vehicle. The city hall C-Train stop is

close by and downtown is just a few

minutes walk via the Riverwalk. Bike

and walking paths also make it easy

to cross the river into a number of

nearby neighbourhoods.

The good, the bad & the rest

With ambitious plans to bring in

high-end retail, hotels and other

luxury amenities over the next few

years, this is sure to become one of

the most posh areas to buy a condo

in the city. Revitalization e� orts have

gone a long way to clean up this part

of the downtown.

Real estate

If East Village sounds like the place

for you, then you should be prepared

to pay more than average to rent

or own. Living in the heart of the

city means you’re paying more for

groceries, meals out and retail, which

is why it makes for an ideal spot

for single people or couples with

disposable income.


Condo living with a downtown buzz

East Village

SOURCE: ENVIRONICS

Most common housing type

HighriseFamily composition

Own vs. rent

Education levels

Fast facts

OWNERS

RENTERS

89%

11%

FAMILIES

0%COUPLES

14%SINGLES

86%

HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE UNIVERSITY

46%

28% 26%

HIGH RIVERHIGHWOOD LAKE DEVELOPER: WestView Builders BUILDER: WestView Builders

HAMPTON HILLS BUILDERS: WestView Builders

MONTROSE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDER: Lifestyle Homes, Red Door Homes

PRIDDISHAWKS LANDING DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential Communities BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Baywood Estate Homes, Trickle Creek Custom Homes, Wolf Custom Homes, Thompson Luxury Homes, Bradmar Homes, Baywest Homes www.hawkslanding.ca

BLACK DIAMONDRIVERWOOD ESTATES DEVELOPER: Riverwood Estates Inc. BUILDERS: Woodmaster Homes Ltd.

HERITAGE POINTEARTESIA AT HERITAGE POINTE DEVELOPER: Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Albi Homes, Calbridge Homes www.liveatartesia.com

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PEOPLE WHO LIKE to be a part of the

downtown buzz and enjoy condo

living will love East Village. Active

residents, downtown urbanites and

professionals who value being close

to work and the amenities associated

with downtown should defi nitely

consider this area. Just remember –

you’ll pay for these conveniences

Vibe

East Village has undergone intense

revitalization in the last few years.

Due to once high vacancy rates,

this downtown neighbourhood was

formerly known as “the wrong side

of the tracks,” but in recent years has

become one of the residential hot

spots. East Village is now home to

restored heritage buildings, public art,

brand new condominium highrises,

parkways and connecting bridges.

Meet the neighbours

The convenience of having

downtown so close and the infl ux of

new metropolitan inspired condos,

complete with rooftop patios and a

spectacular view of the river, make

this a popular place with the younger

Neighbourhood Profi le

crowd and professionals. You won’t

see much for families in the area and

many of the residents are renters

versus owners.

In the area

The Riverwalk is always full of

runners, cyclists and outdoor yoga

classes. Coined “Eat Village” by locals,

there’s Charbar restaurant and patio;

Phil and Sebastian co� ee and fresh

baking from Sidewalk Citizen Cafe

– all located in the now restored

Simmons Building. You’ll also fi nd an

assortment of food trucks.

Planes, trains & automobiles

Because this community is so

centrally located, this is one part of

Calgary where you could go without

a vehicle. The city hall C-Train stop is

close by and downtown is just a few

minutes walk via the Riverwalk. Bike

and walking paths also make it easy

to cross the river into a number of

nearby neighbourhoods.

The good, the bad & the rest

With ambitious plans to bring in

high-end retail, hotels and other

luxury amenities over the next few

years, this is sure to become one of

the most posh areas to buy a condo

in the city. Revitalization e� orts have

gone a long way to clean up this part

of the downtown.

Real estate

If East Village sounds like the place

for you, then you should be prepared

to pay more than average to rent

or own. Living in the heart of the

city means you’re paying more for

groceries, meals out and retail, which

is why it makes for an ideal spot

for single people or couples with

disposable income.


Condo living with a downtown buzz

East Village

SOURCE: ENVIRONICS

Most common housing type

HighriseFamily composition

Own vs. rent

Education levels

Fast facts

OWNERS

RENTERS

89%

11%

FAMILIES

0%COUPLES

14%SINGLES

86%

HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE UNIVERSITY

46%

28% 26%

HIGH RIVERHIGHWOOD LAKE DEVELOPER: WestView Builders BUILDER: WestView Builders

HAMPTON HILLS BUILDERS: WestView Builders

MONTROSE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDER: Lifestyle Homes, Red Door Homes

PRIDDISHAWKS LANDING DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential Communities BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Baywood Estate Homes, Trickle Creek Custom Homes, Wolf Custom Homes, Thompson Luxury Homes, Bradmar Homes, Baywest Homes www.hawkslanding.ca

BLACK DIAMONDRIVERWOOD ESTATES DEVELOPER: Riverwood Estates Inc. BUILDERS: Woodmaster Homes Ltd.

HERITAGE POINTEARTESIA AT HERITAGE POINTE DEVELOPER: Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Albi Homes, Calbridge Homes www.liveatartesia.com

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ONCE YOU STEP into foodie territory,

there’s no going back. It’s exciting to

be on the look-out for new delights

– here are three food and drink

establishments well worth a visit.

Ikemen Ramen Bar and Cocktails

Address: 217 10th St. NW

Phone Number: 403.452.2148

There are few better things to eat on a

cold day than a hot bowl of delicious

noodle soup. Ikemen serves up a

variety of Japanese ramen noodle

bowls each with a distinct fl avour

compared to the others because of

carefully chosen ingredients.

Try the mushroom ramen – kombu

shitake broth, assorted mushrooms,

yuzu zest, green kale, garlic chips,

sesame seeds and green onion – but

make sure you add the chicken or

pork on top as you’d be missing out

if you didn’t try at least a few slices of

Ikemen’s melt-in-your-mouth chasu.

Native Tongues

Address: 235 12th Ave. SW


This new beltline Taqueria has got us

all screaming for more of its casual,

yet high-quality Mexican cuisine. With

a strong focus on tacos, menu options

range from just $3.75 to over $35 for

the ultimate sharing platters with the

latter being a great way to get a small

piece of all the humongous tastes at

Native Tongues.

All of the corn tortillas are house-

made are made on-site throughout

the day. Inside of these fl avourful


shells you’ll get to enjoy a variety of

classic fi llers ranging from chicken

and chorizo to more exotic meats

like braised beef tongue and grilled

octopus mixed in with sides of your

choice such as avocado, diced onions,

roasted poblanos and other specialties

such as peanut chile salsa.

Proof Cocktail Bar

Address: 1302 1st Street SW


You’ll be hard done by to not be able

to fi nd a cocktail that suites your

liking at Proof on First Street Village in

Victoria Park. More than 300 liquors

are available for you to choose from, as

you’ll see behind the bar with the entire

wall covered with bottles, a neat touch

for a food and drink establishment that

is one of the main stars in the growing

cocktail lounge scene here in Calgary.

Proof also has an assortment

of small tapas-style bites great for

sharing ranging from the pickled

shrimp cocktail to the fl u� y gougeres,

the perfectly sized snack to go with

any exotic drink on the menu. It’s

fi rst-come, fi rst-served here, but with

about 60 seats, you should be able to

fi nd a spot sooner than later.

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