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24 Bayview-Wellington HomesSpring fever is contagious at BW Homes’ Victoria Village
40 Menkes DevelopmentsUnder construction – The Enclaves of Upper Canada
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50 Fundamentally SpeakingOntario budget good, not great, for housing
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48 Kitchener-WaterlooHistory, culture and long-term prosperity
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20 New Home MarketA look at SWO market new home prices and sizes
38 Sifton PropertiesEnergy efficiency for savings and comfort
45 EQ Housing AwardsSWO builders among the winners of 2015 EQ Awards
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15 Hot Properties HamiltonNew releases and grand openings
31 Hot Properties Kitchener-Waterloo & LondonNew releases and grand openings
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contentsMARCH 12 - 26, 2016 | VOLUME 19 ISSUE 5
12 Reid’s Heritage HomesFirst again with a street of Net Zero homes for sale
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Welcome to spring Spring begins on March 20 – no, it
really does! – a period in the real
estate industry normally associated
with busy season.
It’s that time of year when, after
what’s turned out to be a pretty mild
winter, many Canadians emerge from
hibernation and want to get out and
search for a new home. Builders, too,
often use this period to launch new
developments, and add incentives
to entice buyers into snapping up
remaining inventory in existing
communities.
In Ontario, spring this year comes
with the additional characteristics
that other markets in Canada can
only hope for – a decently strong
economy, healthy job growth and
housing markets that are among the
leaders across the country.
Combine this promise with what
are expected to be continuing low
interest rates, and you have a pretty
welcoming environment to begin
your new home search.
And if it takes a little longer than
the spring season, take your time –
homebuying opportunities will likely
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Canadian households are shrinking,
according to Stats Canada.
Seven decades ago, the average
household consisted of 4.3 people, by
2011, the average size had dropped
to 2.5 people per household, albeit,
there’s plenty more of us to house.
While the majority of Canadian
homes built over the last century
were created to support larger
households, traditionally comprised
of two parents with children,
nowadays one or two people make
up the majority of households, which
is why apartment and condo living, in
urban areas in particular, has become
increasingly popular.
The impact of smaller families on
the Canadian housing market has
been signifi cant, spurring a dramatic
change. The introduction of more
rental properties and housing options
of all shapes and sizes is e� ectively
servicing smaller households who
need a� ordable options. While larger
dwellings are still a need, the next
time you see another crane in the air
keep this new demographic dynamic
in mind. While Canada continues
to grow, new housing needs will
continue to reshape the cities and
homes we live in.
HURON PARKSUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge
WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl
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SINCE THE GRAND REVEAL of its
Net Zero Energy model home last
September, Reid’s Heritage Homes
is nearing completion of four more
Net Zero homes which have recently
been released for sale. The four
homes, located in Guelph, share the
streetscape with the model home, all
within the active, vibrant community
where amenities are nearby. Home
to the University of Guelph, Guelph
Lake Conservation Area and two
rivers, these Net Zero homes are the
icing on the cake in this charming city
of fabulous attributes, great natural
beauty and cutting edge innovation.
Built 15 years ahead of building
industry standards, Net Zero homes
produce as much energy as they use
on an annual basis, depending on the
habits and behaviour of the families
in residence. All of the homes for
sale include the features that defi ne a
home as “Net Zero Energy.”
Through the use of high quality
home fi xtures and appliances
designed and tested to save water
and reduce utility bills, the builder has
taken the NZE homes one step further
and made four of the homes BlueBuilt
Home certifi ed. Two homes are at the
Bronze level while another two are at
the Gold level.
The four NZE homes range in size
from 1,691 to 1,775 sq. ft., and feature
three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.
One of the homes will be move-in
ready this month, while the remaining
Reid’s Heritage Homes First again with a street of Net Zero homes for sale
three will be ready in the summer.
All four are for sale starting in the
low $500’s.
Unlike costly prototypes of the past,
a Net Zero home may cost only about
$65,000 more than a traditionally built
home. Solar panels account for most of
the added expense. At today’s interest
rates, the additional cost would be
approximately $300 a month, an outlay
that could be off set with savings of
$3,000 to $5,000 on annual energy bills.
It was a few years ago when the
American Association of Architects set
a goal that by 2030, all homes could
be built to produce as much energy
as they consume. Inspired, Ministry of
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
partnered with Owens Corning to
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LocationGuelph
BuilderReid’s Heritage Homes
DevelopmentWestminster Woods
Home TypeDetached two-storey 30-ft. Net Zero homes
Sales CentreCentre: 98 Farley Dr. (behind Zehrs), Guelph, open Monday to Wednesday 2 to 7 p.m., weekends noon to 5 p.m., holiday weekends 1 to 5 p.m.
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test that objective. Additionally,
they wanted to gear them to the
mainstream public and the lowrise
production builder, using products
readily available to the average builder
while maintaining affordability.
Reid’s Heritage Homes was one of
five Canadian home builders selected
to partner in the project to construct
25 Net Zero homes Canada-wide,
using off-the-shelf equipment and
materials to build homes that produce
at least as much energy as they
consume.
Two-and-a-half years later,
Reid’s Heritage Homes has nearly
completed its five Net Zero homes in
Guelph, including a model for all to
tour and learn from. This Discovery
Home was the first production Net
Zero home in Canada, the first Net
Zero certified home in Ontario, as
well as the first Net Zero certified
home in the NRCan ECO EII program.
Reid’s Heritage Homes was also the
proud recipient of three awards at the
EnerQuality awards gala, held on Feb.
25, 2016, including the inaugural Net
Zero Builder of the Year Award. The
EnerQuality awards celebrate industry
leaders for their commitment to
Green building.
For more details on Net Zero homes
by Reid’s Heritage Homes, visit
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» Renewable solar allows homeowners to produce energy and sell the surplus back to the grid. Provided by Bluewater Energy
» 45 per cent more insulation in walls, attic and basement resulting in a better insulated, comfortable and quiet home, combined with advanced ail sealing to drastically reduce air leakage. Provided by Owens Corning Canada
» Triple pane windows reduce outside noise, increase comfort and eliminate drafts. Provided by JELD-WEN Windows & Doors
» Right sized heating and cooling system sized appropriately to meet the reduced demands of the home while providing optimal and consistent temperatures on each level. Provided by Mitsubishi Electric and Dettson Industries
» High efficiency appliances and LED lighting that are energy efficient, durable, and long lasting. Appliances provided by Electrolux
» Drain water heat recovery system to pre-heat incoming cold water using energy from warm used water. Provided by RenewABILITY Energy Inc.
» Hybrid electric heat pump water heater uses energy from interior air to pre-warm water in the hot water delivery system. Provided by Rheem
» Water conservation through the use of low flow faucets and toilets. Provided by Moen and American Standard DXV
» Energy recovery ventilator – a fresh air ventilation system to act as the lungs of the home providing the necessary fresh air to these tightly sealed and insulated homes. Provided by VanEE
» AirRenew low VOC drywall for cleaner indoor air and a healthier living environment. Provided by CertainTeed
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BUILDERS HELPING TO HEALYellow Pages NextHome, the publisher of New Home Guide,
New Home & Condo Guide and New Condo Guide, is teaming up with builders and their suppliers to help raise money for SickKids. The following companies have contributed generously to help give children the world-class care they deserve. These pages honour these special people, and we thank them for their generous support.Builders Helping to Heal and Friends of the Industry are Yellow Pages NextHome initiatives stemming from SickKids Leaders, a program at SickKids which draws on the support of more than 150 volunteers over 30 industry sectors.
Again, we thank our generous sponsors and appreciate their ongoing commitment. These companies not only build housing, but they support the families in the communities in which they build.
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VICTORIA’S FAMILY CALLS THEMSELVES THE UNLUCKY, LUCKY ONES. After four-year-old Victoria fell down the stairs, she was lucky to have a successful surgery at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and incredible support from her family and SickKids sta� by her side.
Prior to the incident, Victoria was a healthy child. She was happy with her daily routine - going to her grandparents’ house with her brother, Alexander, until her mom, Evelyn, came to pick her up from work.
One evening, Victoria suddenly collapsed out of her uncle’s arms and fell down the stairs at her grandparents’ house. After she started vomiting at her grandparents’ house, Evelyn called the paramedics to take her to SickKids. The emergency room ordered an immediate CT scan and an MRI the next morning for a closer look. The scans revealed a brain tumour, later diagnosed as a juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma (JPA), even though Victoria never experienced any symptoms prior to her fall. JPA’s are one of the most common childhood tumour, but are usually identifi ed following symptoms like headaches, vomiting and di� culty with muscle coordination. Luckily, SickKids houses one of Canada’s largest paediatric neurosurgical units specializing in treating children a� ected by brain and spinal cord illnesses such as brain tumours. Two weeks after the incident, on February 25, 2014, Victoria had surgery to remove the tumour. During the surgery, doctors found a cyst above the tumour, which they also successfully removed.
Although Evelyn and her husband, Peter’s journey at SickKids was scary, Victoria seems to associate the hospital with chocolate milk. While fasting on the morning of surgery, she asked her dad if she could have some, but he told her the chocolate milk cow was still sleeping. Only fi ve hours later, Victoria woke up in the Intensive Care Unit and asked for the chocolate milk, her mind sharp as ever.
From when she fell until she went into surgery, Evelyn and Peter were concerned and had many unanswered questions about their daughter’s condition.
“The support system at SickKids was incredible. Sometimes the doctors would answer our sudden questions within minutes over email,” Evelyn said.
Since the surgery, Victoria visited SickKids six weeks later for a check-up. Since she has made a full recovery, she only needs to visit SickKids every six months for follow up appointments.
Evelyn describes Victoria’s fall as one of the scariest moments of her life. Although Victoria’s condition was bad luck for the family, the successful surgery and recovery along with the supportive sta� at SickKids shows how lucky they really are.
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FALLINGWATERSBy: Losani Homes City: Hamilton Mountain Housing type: Modern towns at the edge of the Escarpment from the mid $300’s losanifallingwaters.com
LEGACY ANCASTERBy: Carriage Gate Homes Location: Ancaster Housing type: Limited collection of luxury custom homes on 50-, 55-, 60 and 66-ft. lots carriagegatehomes.com
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AFFINITY CONDOMINIUMSBy: Rosehaven Homes Location: Aldershot, Burlington Housing type: Two contemporary six-storey buildings with suites from 585 to 1,200 sq. ft., one-bedroom up to two-bedroom with den designs. Prices from the upper $200’s affinitycondo.com
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PASSAGES ON THE CANALBy: Bayview-Wellington Homes Location: Welland Housing type: Coming soon – luxury freehold executive townhomes mypassages.ca
AVALONBy: Empire Communities Location: Caledonia Housing type: Townhomes from $239,990 and detached homes from the mid $269,990 empireavalon.com
THE WOODLANDS ANCASTERBy: Losani Homes City: Ancaster Housing type: Singles on forest court lots from the $500’s woodlandsancaster.com
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THE BERKELEY CONDOMINIUMSBy: Carriage Gate Homes City: Burlington Location: Caroline Street and Elizabeth Street Housing type: 154-unit condocarriagegatehomes.com
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PRAIRIE MODERNBy: Losani Homes Location: Hamilton Housing type: Townhomes from the low $300’s prairiemodern.ca
AUGUSTABy: Losani Homes City: Ancaster Housing type: Modern semis from the mid $400’s losanihomes.com
HAWTHORNE SOUTH VILLAGEBy: Mattamy HomesCity: Milton Housing type: Townhomes and detached homes in master-planned communitymattamyhomes.com
CRANBERRY HILLBy: Mattamy Homes City: Waterdown Housing type: Now open – new 30- and 36-ft. detached designsmattamyhomes.com
WOODLANDSBy: Mountainview Homes City: Niagara Falls Housing type: Single-detached and townhomes from $229,900mountainview.com
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LOOKING TO BUY A NEW HOME in Southwestern Ontario?
Here’s a look at what’s trending in key SWO markets,
with average new home prices for select housing types
(inventory homes, as of Dec. 31, 2015).
The fourth quarter of 2015 was an active one for some
key Southwestern Ontario markets. In Kitchener, sales of
new detached homes were up 64 per cent from the third
quarter. This was driven mainly by the sales of homes on
30- to 39-ft. lots and as of end of Dec. 2015, the average
price of remaining units of this product was $414,226.
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Southwestern Ontario new home marketBy Phong Ngo
Phong Ngo is the New Homes Research Manager at Altus Group, the o� cial source of new home information for the Building Industry and Land Development Association, and a member of Waterloo Region Home Builders’
Association, Hamilton Halton Home Builders’ Association and Guelph & District Home Builders’ Association.
Niagara Falls and Guelph saw quarter-over-quarter (Q4
2015 versus Q3 2015) sales of new townhouses increase
by 175 per cent and 48 per cent, respectively. As of the
end of December 2015, the average price of remaining
townhouses in Niagara Falls was $327,638, and in Guelph
$413,103.
Source: Altus Data Solutions (Altus Group Q4 2015)
Detached30-39 ft.
1,951 sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,506 sq.ft.
Detached50-59 ft.
2,842 sq.ft.
Detached60-69 ft.
3,196 sq.ft.
Semi De-tached1,939 sq.ft.
Town-house1,547 sq. ft.
Apart-ment888
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Detached30-39 ft.
2,093 sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,149 sq.ft.
Detached50-59 ft.
2,551 sq.ft.
Semi De-tached1,734 sq.ft.
Town-house1,746 sq. ft.
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Waterloo Niagara FallsCentre Wellington
$1M+ $1M+ $1M+
$500's $500's $500's
$200's $200's $200's
Detached30-39 ft.
2,192 sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,482 sq.ft.
Detached50-59 ft.
2,676 sq.ft.
Detached60-69 ft.
3,168 sq.ft.
Town-house2,044 sq. ft.
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Detached30-39 ft.
2,021sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,046 sq.ft.
Detached50-59 ft.
2,394 sq.ft.
Town-house1,384 sq. ft.
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Detached30-39 ft.
2,191 sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,258 sq.ft.
Detached50-59 ft.
2,211 sq.ft.
Town-house1591 sq. ft.
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KitchenerCambridge Brant & Brantford
$1M+ $1M+ $1M+
$500's $500's $500's
$200's $200's $200's
Detached30-39 ft.
1,953 sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,448 sq.ft.
Detached50-59 ft.
3,318 sq.ft.
Detached60-69 ft.
2,977 sq.ft.
Semi De-tached1,737 sq.ft.
Town-house1,434 sq. ft.
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Detached30-39 ft.
2,124 sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,259 sq.ft.
Town-house1,411 sq. ft.
Apart-ment863
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$4
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$4
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$28
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$2
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Detached30-39 ft.
1,899 sq.ft.
Detached40-49 ft.
2,414sq.ft.
Detached50-59 ft.
2,550 sq.ft.
Town-house1,795 sq. ft.
$3
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$4
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$4
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$3
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SPRING FEVER IS IN THE AIR at Victoria Village in St.
Catharines where homebuyers are longing for budding
trees, greening grass and opportunities to walk, stroll,
blade or bike along the Welland Canal pathways. Now’s
the time to beat back winter doldrums and start the hunt
for that new home. There’s no better place to welcome
April showers and May flowers than from a new home at
Victoria Village on the banks of the canal.
Spring homebuyers will be delighted to know that five
model homes will be move-in ready in April and May.
Construction is also well underway on six more homes
with closings this summer. The models that stand ready
and waiting include spacious homes at both ends of the
spectrum: the Preston 1 and 2 at 1,705 and 1,925 sq. ft.,
through to the Preston 5 at 2,415 sq. ft. Prices range from
$374,900 to $419,900. When the GTA records the average
home price in excess of $600,000, Victoria Village offers
much more new home value, considerable savings plus a
fabulous setting and great lifestyle amenities.
Living in the Garden City is as picturesque as it
sounds especially adjacent to the canal where banks of
wildflowers will soon be in bloom to line its pathway.
Along with tulips, daffodils and crocuses, new homes at
Victoria Village are also popping out of the ground as
construction continues. Just ask the well-informed sales
staff about how soon you can embark on a fresh new
lifestyle at Victoria Village.
You’ll want to be unpacked and settled in in time to
enjoy all that the Niagara Peninsula offers like the Folk
Arts Festival and Blossom Festival this spring. Soon,
farmers’ markets will be back in full force providing plenty
of fare for barbecue season. All of your entertainment
tastes can be met at Casino Niagara, Shaw Festival and
Brock University’s Centre for the Arts and the new St.
Catharines Performing Arts Centre, while wineries along
The Wine Route offer a great afternoon destination. This
St. Catharines location also offers a new slate of amenities
that include the new Meridian Centre downtown and the
new Kiwanis Aquatic Centre on Carlton Street.
Victoria Village is the city’s “other” waterfront. Nearby
trails are part of the Greater Niagara Cycle Route. Walk
the dog, walk the stroller or walk hand in hand with your
Spring fever is contagious at
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sweetheart. This is a waterfront
community like no other, located steps
from the Welland Canal pathways.
That’s right, not minutes, moments, or
a short drive but steps – right across
the street from this world famous
waterway. Watch a spectacular parade
of ships from international waters as
they climb the staircase of locks from
Lock 1 to 7.
It’s a two-minute drive from the
QEW so residents can reach Buff alo
in a heartbeat and Niagara Falls and
Niagara-on-the-Lake even faster.
There is lots of shopping to do at
the newly opened Niagara Outlet
Mall. With it being fi ve minutes
away, residents are literally around
the corner and yet will be spared
the hustle and bustle of traffi c
congestion.
Presented by Bayview-Wellington
Homes, Victoria Village presents fi ne
living within luxury homes in this
LocationSt. Catharines
BuilderBayview-Wellington Homes
DevelopmentVictoria Village
Home TypeDetached two-storey homes and bungalow/lofts
Sales CentreWelland Canal Parkway and Rockwood Avenue., open noon to 6 p.m. daily, closed Fridays and holidays
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Maritime-infl uenced community.
Not far from its fl agship, golf course
community of Niagara-On-The-
Green, Victoria Village pays homage
to soldiers awarded the Victoria Cross
through its street names.
As always, your welcome to Victoria
Village is warm and friendly. Staff are
pleased to off er a tour of existing
homes. These spring models feature
a double garage, covered entrances,
three or four-bedroom plan, luxury
master ensuite, gourmet kitchen
and plenty of gracious living space.
All homes include central air, gas
fi replace and fully sodded lots with
paved driveways. BW Homes excels at
customization on new construction
or modifi cations to existing homes, so
buyers can always achieve a home for
their needs.
It’s time to celebrate the arrival of
spring with a new home at Victoria
Village.
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City: Stratford
Housing type: Four-storey boutique style
condominiums from the high $200’s.
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VICTORIA ON THE RIVER By: Stonecrest Homes
City: London
Housing type: Single-family homes at at
Hamilton Road & Commissioners Road East.
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new openings
REMBRANDT ESTATESBy: Rembrandt Homes
City: Woodstock
Location: Riddell Street at St. Vincent
Housing type: Custom homes, bungalows
and bungalows with lofts, from $499,900.
rembrandt-homes.ca
CASTLE ROCK PLACEBy: Rembrandt Homes
City: London
Location: 3444 Singleton Ave., o� Southdale
Housing type: Two-storey and mulit-level
condominium townhomes from $231,990.
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FOX FIELD By: Fusion Homes
City: London
Location: Fanshawe Park Road West
and Foxwood Avenue
Housing type: Single-family homes
from $482,900
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new releases
BALDWIN PLACE By: Tillsonburg Developments
City: Tillsonburg
Housing type: Single-detached freehold
bungalows from $244,500.
baldwinplace.ca
pre-registration
WESTWOOD MEWSBy: CountryGreen Homes
City: Kitchener
Housing type: Urban townhomes up
to 1,365 sq. ft. from the mid $200’s
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WILDFLOWERSBy: Mattamy Homes
City: Kitchener
Housing type: Townhomes and 30- and
36-ft. detached homes.
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ISHERWOOD AVENUE CONDOSBy: Activa Group
City: Cambridge
Location: 25 Isherwood Avenue
Housing type: Condo community
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new openings
ROSEMOUNT SEMISBy: CountryGreen Homes
City: Kitchener
Housing type: A� ordable semi-detached
homes in the heart of Kitchener
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CLAIRITY By: Reid’s Heritage Homes
City: Guelph
Housing type: One- and two-bedroom
condominiums from the mid $200’s
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AVALON URBAN TOWNS By: Savic Homes
City: Kitchener
Location: Highland Road West and
Ira Needles Blvd.
Housing type: Design-forward
urban towns
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CLAIR ROAD By: Gemini Homes
City: Guelph
Location: Singles and towns now
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Cambridge EASTFOREST HOMES Carriage Lanes • from $308,618 37
Cambridge EASTFOREST HOMES Fraserwood Estates • from $429,990 37
Cambridge EASTFOREST HOMES Highlandridge • from $369,900 37
Elmira CLAYSAM HOMES Elmira Country Club Estates • • • from $294,900 43
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Guelph COLETERA DEVELOPMENT Liberty Square • from $189,900 34
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Kitchener COUNTRY GREEN HOMES Rosemount Semis • from $349,900 7
Kitchener EASTFOREST HOMES Destination Doon • from $297,900 37
Kitchener EASTFOREST HOMES Eby Estates • from $279,900 37
Kitchener EASTFOREST HOMES Four Winds • from $177,990 37
Kitchener EASTFOREST HOMES Grasslands of Stauffer • from $439,990 37
Kitchener EASTFOREST HOMES Huron Landing • from $199,990 37
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Kitchener EASTFOREST HOMES Woodhaven South • • from $204,990 37
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London EASTFOREST HOMES Andover Trails • • from $154,990 37
Paris LOSANI HOMES Simply Grand • • • from high $200's 6
Plattsville CLAYSAM HOMES Plattsville Estates • • from $329,900 43
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Tillsonburg TILLSONBURG DEV. Baldwin Place • • from $244,500 35
Waterloo EASTFOREST HOMES Vista Hills • from $354,990 37
West London SIFTON Warbler Woods • 39
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investment most families will make in their lifetime. It can
be a daunting task, with numerous things to consider,
ranging from location to fi nances, and whether to
purchase a resale or new home. But in the end, your new
home must be a� ordable, durable, comfortable and in this
day and age, energy e� cient.
Gone are the days when we had to close doors of bitter
cold rooms and sacrifi ce living space, feel the damp,
unwelcoming chill of a basement or watch our children
battle seasonal allergies even when inside the home.
Today’s new homes are designed and built to improve
your quality of life, and best of all save you hard-earned
money along the way.
It all starts with the home’s building envelope. The higher
the insulation levels and the better the air barriers, the more
energy e� ciency there is in a home. When you’re searching
for a home, make sure you stop to “feel” it. Does it feel
drafty, or like the temperature is vastly di� erent from one
area to the next? Or does it feel more like you and your
family will be wrapped in a huge warm blanket to keep cosy
and warm all winter? In addition to feeling better, a home
with improved levels of insulation means more useable
living space – for that private home o� ce, play room for
the kids or even the family home theatre.
Be sure to make windows a priority – not only do they
o� er incredible views and allow for bright and glowing
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block unwanted noise.
And while windows work away at keeping the indoor
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your children to breathe easier and feel healthier.
Whether you’re searching for a new build, a resale
home or even looking to improve energy conservation in
your current home, there are many options to consider.
A programmable thermostat allows you to pre-set home
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reduce energy consumption costs and last much longer
than standard compact fl uorescent lights. There are also
numerous water conservation methods to consider, like
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And a rain water harvesting barrel can capture and store
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Property Profile | MENKES DEVELOPMENTS
MENKES DEVELOPMENTS is thrilled
announce a new release of 40-ft.
homes backing onto the forest. A
private, inviting community in the
Norval hamlet of East Georgetown,
virtually everything you need is only
minutes away. From all the amenities
of a major town to the beautifully
landscaped suburban streets and
wooded walking trails of the Niagara
escarpment, the Enclaves have
it all. The homes are now under
construction and consist of bungaloft
and two-storey designs, with some
first to second floor with upgraded
pickets.
A tour of the model reflects both
an elegant and inspiring atmosphere
to live in. The use of cooler tones
such as taupe and grey are balanced
with rich, dark hardwood and kitchen
cabinets to add warmth to the
space. The family room in particular
is the show-stopper of the home.
Adjacent to the kitchen, it exudes an
air of elegance with its slight black
accents over a calm palette of light,
dark and medium greys. The house
Now under construction by Menkes Developments
The Enclaves of Upper Canada in Georgetown
lots backing onto a ravine of mature
trees with breathtaking views of the
Credit River Conservation lands.
The Enclaves features a designer
decorated model home which
showcases an upscale array of
standard and upgraded features,
including; nine-ft. ceilings on the
main floor, tray ceilings in the master
bedroom, gourmet kitchens with
extended height uppers and granite
counters, natural gas fireplace with
white painted mantle and marble
surround, and oak staircases from the
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definitely has a Parisian flair to it that
is noticeable in both the art work and
certain chic furniture pieces.
In an ongoing commitment to
green homebuilding, Menkes is
building the Enclaves of Upper
Canada community to Energy
Star standards and, in many cases,
exceeding these standards. Green
features include R50 attic insulation,
R31 sprayed in foam for garage
ceilings, sealed ductwork joints, high
efficiency HRV, drain water heat
LocationGeorgetown
BuilderMenkes Developments
DevelopmentThe Enclaves of Upper Canada
Home Type40-ft. detached homes in bungaloft and two-storey designs
Sales Centre3 Upper Canada Crt., at the northeast corner of Guelph Street and McFarlane Drive, open Monday through Thursday 1 to 8 p.m., closed Fridays, and open Saturdays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays and holidays noon to 6 p.m.
Contact289.891.9103menkes.com
Home located at 3 Upper Canada
Crt., Georgetown, in the Enclaves
of Upper Canada community at the
northeast corner of Guelph Street and
McFarlane Drive. The Presentation
Centre is open from Monday through
Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m., closed
Fridays and open Saturdays from
11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays and
holidays from noon to 6 p.m.
For more information, please call
289.891.9103 or visit menkes.com
recovery systems, and excel structural
insulated sheathing to name a few.
Purchasers of the 40-ft. Enclave
Collection receive engineered
hardwood on the main floor
(excluding tiled areas) and upper
hallways and $10,000 in upgrades.
Please visit the sales office for
more details. The 40-ft. Enclaves
Collection ranges from 2,496 to
3,525 sq. ft. and are priced from
the mid $700’s.
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ENERQUALITY HAS ANNOUNCED THE 2015
EnerQuality Award winners, builders committed to
producing energy efficient and sustainable homes.
The Energy Star for New Homes Builder of the
Year - Large Volume award was given to Mattamy
Homes, Canada’s largest home builder, which
earned the achievement for the third time. Mattamy
Homes was one of the first builders to participate
in the Energy Star program, which has become
the most successful green building program in
Canada. Today, 32 per cent of all new homes built
in Ontario are Energy Star qualified.
Two Oshawa based builders walked the Green
carpet. Midhaven Homes received the Energy Star
for New Homes - Mid Volume award, and Jeffery
Homes received the Energy Star for New Homes -
Small/Custom award.
The Minto Group was awarded Ontario Green
Builder of the Year for a second year in a row. The
award is presented annually to a builder that raises
the bar for the rest of the industry through its
leadership in improving the environmental, energy
efficiency and overall image of the industry.
Reid’s Heritage Homes took home the inaugural
Net Zero Builder of the Year award. Net Zero
homes are energy self-sufficient and are designed
to produce at least as much power as they
consume. Reid’s Heritage Homes was also the
recipient of the Building Innovation - Lowrise
award, and the Best Green Marketing Campaign of
the Year, for their efforts to educate homebuyers.
Tridel, the largest builder of condominiums in
the Toronto area, was awarded the inaugural award
for Building Innovation – Mid- and Highrise. The
award recognizes technical excellence in energy
efficient and Green building practices, which is key
to achieving more sustainable communities.
Andy Goyda, Canadian Builder Lead and Market
Development Manager for Owens Corning Canada
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HOME BUILDERS recognized for BUILDING GREEN
was inducted into the EnerQuality Hall of Fame.
The award is presented to an individual who, over
the course of their career, has made a lasting
impact on energy efficiency and Green building in
the housing industry. Goyda has been influential in
the residential industry for 40 years, including his
pioneering support of Energy Star for New Homes
and Net Zero. His leadership has helped Ontario’s
home building industry become the most energy
efficient in Canada.
Sonja Winkelmann, director of Net Zero
Energy Housing for the Canadian Home Builders’
Association, was recognized as EQ Leader of
the Year.
“Ontario’s home building industry has a
commendable track record of creativity and
innovation,” says Corey McBurney, president of
EnerQuality, “Energy Star for New Homes is a
success story that all Ontarians should be proud of,
proving that voluntary, builder-led initiatives work.”
The awards show followed the EnerQuality
Housing Innovation Forum, where a sold out
audience discussed the future of Green building
in Ontario. In the closing keynote conversation,
Dr. Diane Saxe, Environmental Commissioner of
Ontario, and Peter Gilgan, founder and CEO of
Mattamy Homes and member of Ontario’s Climate
Action Group, discussed the future of home building
in light of Ontario’s new Climate Change Strategy.
Also returning to the forum this year was the
Innovation Gauntlet – a Dragon’s Den-style
competition where industry manufacturers
and organizations pitched their smartest, most
innovative products and services to a panel of
judges. The Innovation Gauntlet award, chosen
live by the audience, was presented to LiteBuilt
for its concrete “LITEBOK” building system – an
environmentally friendly, interlocking building
block that is ideal for taller buildings.
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The Minto Group ONTARIO GREEN BUILDER OF THE YEAR
Reid’s Heritage HomesBUILDING INNOVATION (Lowrise)
Midhaven HomesENERGY STAR FOR NEW HOMES BUILDER OF THE YEAR (Mid Volume
Reid’s Heritage HomesNET ZERO BUILDER OF THE YEAR
TridelBUILDING INNOVATION (Mid- and Highrise)
Mattamy HomesENERGY STAR FOR NEW HOMES BUILDER OF THE YEAR (Large Volume)
Jeffery HomesENERGY STAR FOR NEW HOMES BUILDER OF THE YEAR (Small/Custom)
Reid’s Heritage HomesBEST GREEN MARKETING CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR
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4syte Design BuildBEST GREEN RENOVATION PROJECT OF THE YEAR
RND ConstructionR-2000 BUILDER OF THE YEAR
Sonja WinkelmannEQ LEADER OF THE YEAR
Fernbrook HomesENBRIDGE SAVINGS BY DESIGN AWARD
John CorvinelliENERGY STAR FOR NEW HOMES CHAMPION OF THE YEAR
Andy GoydaHALL OF FAME
Union Gas, Owens Corning Canada, Enbridge Gas DistributionEQ INDUSTRY PARTNERS OF THE YEAR
LitebuiltWINNER OF THE INNOVATION GAUNTLET
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City Focus | KITCHENER-WATERLOO
KITCHENER-WATERLOO may have
once been best known as the home
of Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest,
meat processor Schneider Foods
and the Ontario Hockey League’s
Kitchener Rangers. But while rich in
German heritage and other culture,
the town of about 220,000 has more
recently gained a reputation more for
high technology than pork sausage
and beer-inspired oompahs.
In fact, this vibrant community
located in the Region of Waterloo in
the heart of Southwestern Ontario,
help form the three point-towns
that make up “Canada’s Technology
Triangle.” Kitchener-Waterloo
and Cambridge today comprise
one of Canada’s most diverse
economies, evolving from a reliance
on manufacturing into a balanced
economy that crosses many sectors.
Today, the area boasts a thriving
advanced technology sector and
a highly skilled workforce in the IT,
automotive, business and financial
services sectors.
Complementing these strengths is
a naturally advantageous location off
Hwy. 401, close to major Canadian
cities Toronto and Hamilton, as
well as to entry points to the US at
Michigan and New York.
All of this has the region poised
for long-term economic health.
Employment and population growth,
two key factors in housing demand,
are both doing well in the area,
though they are not without their
challenges in the short term.
Residential construction is
experiencing a shift in the new home
market, from single-detached homes
to condos, and demographic changes
will support this continuing trend,
according to Canada Mortgage and
Housing Corp.
Housing starts will decline to 2,615
units in 2016 and then be relatively
stable in 2017. Condo apartment
starts will decline, but from near
record levels in 2014, while single-
detached starts will trend higher.
Existing home sales are forecast to
increase in 2016 and remain relatively
unchanged in 2017. The resale market
is expected to be balanced in KCW,
with price growth above two per cent.
“Housing starts will be trending
down closer to the long-term rate
of household formation next year.
Rising employment will support
housing demand. With prices higher
and mortgage rates starting to edge
up in late 2016, demand will stabilize
in 2017,” says Erica McLerie, CMHC
senior market analyst.
In terms of population, net
migration accounts for more than 50
per cent of the growth, CMHC says,
and is expected to average more than
3,000 annually. The city, in fact, is
second only to Toronto in attracting
immigrants, with almost all of them
under the age of 45.
History, culture and long-term prosperity in
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Neighbourhood Profile
HURON PARKThe newness of the Huron Park community in south Kitchener means everyone is a fresh arrival to this area that strives to avoid the trappings of suburb living. It packs in more, thanks to ample greenspace, golf courses and playgrounds. The park itself is a central point for dog walkers, speed walkers and moms with strollers who share this quiet space.
VibeHuron Park finds a harmonious balance between suburbia and urban living. In recent years, development has brought new mini-communities into the region. New houses and townhomes abound, with commercial properties in the mix. Residents like their peace and quiet and appreciate that there is a pristine park and picturesque farmers’ fields at their doorsteps. Amenities are never far away, whether it’s a shopping mall or a skating rink.
Meet the neighboursThe plethora of outdoor playsets in backyards is just one indicator families are drawn here. The houses are ample, often with three bedrooms and more, and their value is enticing to both growing and maturing families. Middle and upper management types put down roots here, attracted for its proximity to everything from highways to downtown nightlife. The lion’s share of residents is in the ages 20 to 44 range.
Planes, trains & automobilesHuron Park may be on the outskirts of Kitchener, but there are an adequate number of bus routes servicing the area with easy connections to the nearby Huron Business Park and to Conestoga College. Highway access (to Hwy. 401 and 8) is no more than 10 minutes away and the Waterloo International Airport is about a 20-minute drive away.
The good, the bad & the restIn this freshly minted neighbourhood, amenities have kept pace with development. A new high school and elementary school ensure commutes are short for dropping off the kids. The new YWCA-Jean Steckle Childcare Centre completes the roster of family friendly facilities on hand. Need household supplies? The Sunrise Shopping Centre is now open for business, with a good selection of big box stores such as Walmart and Canadian Tire.
Companies such as Toyota Canada,
Com Dev International, Innovative
Steam Technologies and Heroux-
Devtek are expanding production,
helping power the manufacturing
sector to growth.
In addition to growth in high tech,
the region has also seen expansion
in the educational sectors in recent
years. A new health sciences campus
of the University of Waterloo, located
in downtown Kitchener, opened
in 2009 and is expected to inspire
further social and economic spin-
off benefits. Redevelopment of
the downtown block includes new
condo, retail and hotel projects and
other improvements.
Ontario has committed to building
a new provincial courthouse in the
downtown area, which could lead to
further job growth in the legal sector.
Transit expansion, an important
element for any growing city to
accommodate new residents and
housing development, has also
been a focal point for Kitchener.
This facilitates transportation not
just within the city but also eases
commuter traffic to Hamilton,
Oakville, Mississauga and Toronto.
As for entertainment, Kitchener
has a lot more going for it than
just Oktoberfest. From Bingemans
camping resort and family
playground, to Chicopee Ski Club,
to the Children’s Museum, the
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery and
the Farmers’ Market, there is always
plenty to see and do in town.
And, of course, there are the
Kitchener Rangers of the OHL, a
fixture in town since 1963. Playing
out of the storied Kitchener Memorial
Auditorium Complex, the Rangers are
especially noteworthy because they
are a publicly-owned team, operated
by a 40-member board of directors
comprising season ticket holders. This
a rarity in sports today, and speaks
to the level of community spirit and
involvement in Kitchener.
So, what does all this mean for
prospective homebuying in Kitchener-
Waterloo? For one thing, KW-
Cambridge is ranked as the number
two investment area in Ontario
through to 2018, according to the Real
Estate Investment Network. In addition
to the strong economy, a commitment
to infrastructure improvements and
transportation projects will help drive
the economy and real estate market
in this area, the group says.
Builders seem to agree, as all
of Branthaven Homes, Empire
Communities, Eastforest Homes,
Fusion Homes, CountryGreen
Homes, Mattamy Homes, Monarch
Corporation and Williamsburg Homes
have developments underway in
Kitchener, while Winzen and other
companies are building in Cambridge.
Despite the growth, Kitchener
remains proud of its German ancestry,
harking back to its founding in 1854
as the Town of Berlin. Today, about
25 per cent of residents are Canadians
of German descent.
Oktoberfest still serves as an annual
celebration of this heritage. The
nine-day event, based on the original
German Oktoberfest in Munich, is
the largest Bavarian festival in the
world outside of Germany, and runs
every October from the Friday before
Thanksgiving to the Saturday after.
All told, it sounds like a recipe
for continued prosperity – and
“ein prosit!”
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Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING
WITH A FOCUS OF “Jobs for today and
tomorrow,” the 2016 Ontario budget
aims to do just that by growing
the economy and employment
opportunities. For that it scores
passing marks from the housing
industry and other sources.
Where it may come up a little
short is a couple years down the
road as it tries to balance the books.
Proof that its plan is working, the
Ontario ministry of finance points to:
» Ontario’s economic growth is
outpacing national growth and is
expected to continue to be among
the strongest in Canada for the
next two years.
» Ontario has created more than
600,000 jobs since the recession
in 2009 and is projected to create
more than 300,000 additional jobs
by the end of 2019, bringing total
job creation to more than 900,000
net new jobs over a 10-year period.
For 2015-16, the defi cit is forecast to
be $5.7 billion, which is $2.8 billion
lower than projected in the 2015
Budget. The government is projecting
a defi cit of $4.3 billion in 2016-17.
Ontario says it will balance
the budget in 2017-18, while
continuing its focus on investments
that stimulate economic and
employment growth.
Ontario 2016 budget good, not great, for housing
By Wayne Karl
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There wasn’t much in the budget
specifi cally on housing, with the
exception of giving more people access
to adequate and a� ordable housing
through a three-year investment of
$178 million, as part of the Long-
Term A� ordable Housing Strategy.
In addition, the Green Investment
Fund will help almost 40,000 families
conduct energy audits and retrofi ts on
their homes, reducing their energy bills.
Another focus was reducing
commute times and making travel
more convenient by implementing
Regional Express Rail, improving
GO Transit services and continuing
to roll out the PRESTO fare card
system on Toronto transit.
For its part, the Ontario Home
Builders’ Association (OHBA) says
it appreciates the climate change
initiatives to shift towards a low-
carbon economy. The infrastructure
investments and transit funding
will support the development
of complete communities and
reduce greenhouse gas emissions
from both the building and the
transportation sector.
“People need better transportation
options in communities across
Ontario and the province’s massive
transit investment should support
the creation of location e� cient
and complete communities,” says
OHBA CEO Joe Vaccaro. “Building
complete communities along
transit lines makes sense and these
investments in transit are a golden
opportunity for municipalities to do
the pro-active planning work and
pre-zone appropriate intensifi cation
along transit corridors. The quid
pro quo for provincial investment
in transit should be a requirement
for municipalities to modernize
decades out-of-date zoning to
properly align land-use planning
with transportation planning.”
The Conference Board of Canada,
while acknowledging the economy
has improved over the last three
years and is now among the growth
leaders in Canada – says there are
risks with this budget.
Among them is that, beginning in
2017, households and businesses will
begin paying more for gasoline and
home heating under the government’s
plan to fi ght climate change. This, at a
time when consumer spending, a robust
housing sector and business investment
are key drivers of the economy.
“On the expenditure side, the
government has been able to keep
spending under control as it had
budgeted,” the Board says. “However,
the toughest cuts are still to come.
Budget 2016 allows for small
increases in spending on health care,
social services, and education over
the next two years. But in order to
rein in spending even more than what
was achieved in the last two years,
other program spending will have to
be cut by four per cent in 2016-17.”
The budget provides few
details on how these cuts will be
implemented, the Board says.
“Indeed, one of the biggest
challenges going forward as the
province attempts to balance
its books will be sticking to its
ambitious spending targets.”
Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl.
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All illustrations are artist’s concept. All dimensions are approximate. Prices, specifi cations, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.Furniture is for illustrative purposes only. Floor plan, balcony/terrace/patio, layout and dimensions may vary by suite. Plan may be built as mirror image.Please refer to the Agreement of Purchase and Sale for additional information in respect of each unit, including modifi cations and substitutions.
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UPSCALE LIVING COMES STANDARD AT THE RESIDENCES OF CREEKSHORE COMMON
Chef’s Kitchen With Granite Countertops & Breakfast Bar
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When you live at the Residences of Creekshore Common prepare to
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and 14' penthouse Living Room ceilings are also included with spacious
master bedrooms connected to walk-in closets and ensuite baths.
SALES CENTRE1388 Dundas Street West
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All illustrations are artist’s concept. All dimensions are approximate. Prices, specifi cations, terms and conditions subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.Furniture is for illustrative purposes only. Floor plan, balcony/terrace/patio, layout and dimensions may vary by suite. Plan may be built as mirror image.Please refer to the Agreement of Purchase and Sale for additional information in respect of each unit, including modifi cations and substitutions.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR COMMUNITIES REGISTER AT MATTAMYHOMES.COM
SALES CENTRE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 1pm-8pm; Friday 1pm-6pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11am-6pmDETACHED MODEL HOME HOURS: Monday - Thursday 1 pm-7:30 pm; Friday 1 pm-5:30 pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11 am-5:30 pm
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RESIDENCE C • 2 BEDROOM SUITE • 1,012 SQ.FT. • $436,990
Oversized Walk-In Closet
In-Suite Convenient Washer/Dryer
Master Ensuite Comes Standard With Double Sinks & Glass Shower Enclosure
Grand Master Bedroom Accommodates King Size Bed & Quiet Sitting Area
Open Balcony/Terrace/Patio With Beautiful Transparent Tempered Glass(Where Applicable)
Entertain With Ease In The Open Live/Dine Area
UPSCALE LIVING COMES STANDARD AT THE RESIDENCES OF CREEKSHORE COMMON
Chef’s Kitchen With Granite Countertops & Breakfast Bar
Boutique Condo ResidenceFrom $405,990
When you live at the Residences of Creekshore Common prepare to
experience the finest finishes. Not only will you get spacious floor plans,
you can enjoy other included extravagances such as floor-to-ceiling
windows that let in plenty of sunlight. Lofty living areas with 9' ceilings
and 14' penthouse Living Room ceilings are also included with spacious
master bedrooms connected to walk-in closets and ensuite baths.
SALES CENTRE1388 Dundas Street West
MATOTTAWA - RCC - SW New Homes & Condos - Magazine Due: 09/03/2016
File Name: MATHAMILTONHAL-RCC_SWNHnC_DPS_Mag Publication: SW New Homes & Condos
Trim: 7.5” x 10.5” Safety/V.O.: .25” DPI: 300
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191 GOODWIN DRIVE (LOT 4)• 1,736 sq. ft. 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath• Move in summer 2016
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• 1,691 sq. ft. 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath• Move in summer 2016
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NET ZERO ENERGY HOMESDetached Homes from the Low $500s
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Triple Pane WindowsReduce outside noise, increase comfort, and eliminate drafts
Right Sized Heating and Cooling SystemUse only the minimum amount to control the temperature on each floor
High E�ciency Appliances and LED LightingEnergy e�cient, durable, and long lasting
Drain Water Heat Recovery SystemPre-heat incoming cold water using energy from warm used water
Hybrid Heat Pump Water HeaterUse energy from interior air to warm water in the hot water delivery system
Water ConservationConserve water with low flow faucets and toilets
Energy Recovery VentilatorFresh air ventilation system to act as the lungs of the home
Low VOC DrywallCleaner indoor air and a healthier living environment
Renewable Solar PowerProduce energy and sell the surplus back to the grid
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