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PRINCE HARRY VISITS TORONTO TO LAUNCH THE 2017 INVICTUS GAMES

FULL STORY: bit.ly/invictusharryWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Discover more about the history of this international sporting event that started in 2014.

Prince Harry’s Invictus Games are coming to Toronto – and the fifth in line to the British throne was in Toronto Monday to officially launch the event. The games will offer Torontonians a chance “to salute those who put themselves in harm’s way so you will not have to,” the prince said. Staff photo/METROLAND MEDIA TORONTO

ONTARIO’S FALLEN POLICE OFFICERS HONOURED AT REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY

FULL STORY: bit.ly/remembrancemarchWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: See more photos from the event attended by dignitaries including Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor.

One by one, the names of Ontario’s fallen police officers rang out during the 17th annual Ceremony of Remembrance Sunday. The 260 names were read by two recruits from the Ontario Police College’s recent graduating class. Staff photo/DAN PEARCE

MOVING UP INSTEAD OF MOVING OUT

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Trading in the downtown lifestyle for a spacious suburban house is no longer a swap young families want to make.Photo/EDUARDO LIMA

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QUILT ON DISPLAY AT SIDEWALK FESTIVAL

FULL STORY: bit.ly/bigquiltWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: See what else is going on at the sidewalk festival and what the quilt represents.

A 200-foot quilt comprised of more than 500 squares will be on display at this year’s Spring into Parkdale Sidewalk Festival on Saturday, May 7.The one-day only festival will also feature Tibetan dance performances, free comic books, a musical bike, and more. Courtesy photo

‘ONE BRAVE NIGHT’ AT CAMH AIMS TO RAISE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

FULL STORY: bit.ly/onebravenightWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: A powerful story on what CAMH’s ‘One Brave Night’ is all about and how to donate.

Grade 11 student Halle Glen is participating in the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health’s (CAMH) ‘One Brave Night,’ an all-night challenge to raise awareness of and funds to defeat mental illness, which takes place May 13 in memory of her friend Abby, “one of the most amazing people I knew.” Staff photo/DAN PEARCE

HAVE A COUPLE EVENINGS TO SPARE? LOCAL BIKE PARK NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

FULL STORY: bit.ly/sunnysidebikeWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Get registration details if you’re at least 14 years old. No experience necessary.

The Sunnyside Bike Park needs volunteers to help with its maintenance. Join the volunteer stewardship team Tuesday and Friday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. starting Tuesday, May 17. There are also Saturday afternoon volunteer opportunities on the fourth weekend of the month. File photo/ANDREW LAHODYNSKYJ

FINDING SOLUTIONS FOR PARKING ISSUES

FULL STORY: bit.ly/parkingissuesWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Offer your solution by email.

Between people parking illegally and just parking badly, parking on Roncesvalles Avenue can be a nightmare. Staff photo/HILARY CATON

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FULL STORY: bit.ly/toryasiaWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Tory says Torontonians haven’t done a good job in one thing.

Mayor John Tory updated the Toronto Region Board of Trade on his recent trade mission.Staff file photo/DAVID NICKLE

CITY OF TORONTO AND ITS LIBRARY WORKERS TURN A NEW PAGE

FULL STORY: bit.ly/tolibrariesopenWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Find out what the main points of contention that were apparently ironed out.

Toronto’s libraries, including the Parkdale location pictured above, fended off a closure this week when the city and its unionized library workers hammered out a new contract agreement.Staff file photo/DAVID NICKLE

TORONTO COUNCIL DEBATES NEW RULES FOR TAXI AND RIDE SHARING SERVICES

FULL STORY: bit.ly/totaxiuberWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: Find out what kind of compromise was reached by city councillors.

Toronto Council tackled one of the most controversial issues of this term at this week’s meeting – establishing new rules to govern both upstart Uber and long entrenched taxi services.Staff file photo/DAVID NICKLE

THIS IS IT! THE NEW GREEN BIN THAT WILL FOOL THE CITY’S PESKY RACCOONS

FULL STORY: bit.ly/togreenbinWHY YOU SHOULD READ MORE: See how this new green bin will work and when it will be rolled out to your home.

Mayor John Tory triumphantly presides over last week’s official launch of the new green bin that he is promising will finally stop those pesky raccoons from their free lunch.Staff photo/METROLAND MEDIA TORONTO

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I was struck last week, attending the official launch of Toronto’s new raccoon-proof green bins on a lovely, quiet street in Scarborough, at just how suitable the event was to the talents of our current mayor, John Tory.

That may sound mean, but I don’t intend it to be. When Tory arrived at the foot of the drive-way of Scarborough resident Rhoda Potter, the host of the launch event, he could not have been more charming, or dare we say it, funny.

He joked around with the city sanitation worker who was driving the truck. He kidded around with Ms. Potter, who was demonstrating her own raccoon-proofing on her green bin as a contrast with the city’s new, Atlanta-designed higher tech solution (Ms. Potter used a rock and a bungee cord).

He kidded around with report-ers while demonstrating the even higher-tech robot arm that is designed to lift the green bin into the sky and dump its offal in the truck from a height even rac-coons would find dizzying.

At least we think he was kid-ding when he suggested one of us try the robot arm.

The whole event went like one of those stand-up comedy routines that ask the audience if they’ve ever noticed how absurd something-or-other is, how irritating whoever-we’re-irritated-with is or (as in this case) how darn cute and clever whatever-is-vexing-us is.

It occurs to me that this is one of the most formidable skills that Tory brings to the job of mayor, in the post-Rob Ford Toronto: the ability to be pleas-ant and funny, an ability honed no doubt by his years hosting

talk radio, and one that has lent the mayor a great advantage with the public. It is no coinci-dence that Tory’s biggest suc-cesses fall into this category, too, first pointing out, and then dealing with, the many small irritants in city life.

One of Tory’s first acts as mayor was to announce a towing blitz on those darned cars that keep parking illegally on down-town streets during rush hour. Don’t you hate those?

And isn’t it absurd to pay the equivalent of a meal out, to haul your kids onto the subway for a Sunday trip?

Free rides for children was the answer to that. And then there was the business of the raccoons.

They’re comedy gold, those clever little, erm, bandits. Dealing with the ingenuity of raccoons has turned us all into hapless coyotes trying to catch a road runner, and Tory is more than happy to deliver the ACME raccoon-proof bin, that (like all ACME products in Road Runner cartoons) looks raccoon proof, if possibly not fool proof.

It made for a breezy and pleasant afternoon last week, having a bit of fun in Scarborough with Ms. Potter, commiserating about a silly but still troublesome problem and offering up a simple solution.

As I write this, I’m watching Toronto Council try and figure out another troublesome problem – the city’s coyote-and-roadrunner relationship with UberX, and the troubled taxi industry.

If only the solution to this problem were as simple as building a better green bin, our excellent mayor would know just what to do.

Mayor John Tory well versed to take on the raccoons

There’s a shift taking place in Toronto that really should not come as a surprise given the amount of

condominium construction happening in our city. One need only look at the number of cranes, not just down-town, but also in other parts of the city, to recognize this building boom.

But the stereotype regarding the people who these condos are being built for is changing rapidly in Toronto. They are no longer the choice for young people, seniors and those looking to be landlords. More families are saying no to the so-called suburban dream of a house and yard, and are choosing to buy condos

and raise their families in them. Certainly some of this is driven by price, and the fact that single-family homes in Toronto are becoming more and more out of reach for many.

For some, condo life is strictly a financial decision, but for many others it’s become a lifestyle preference.

As Amy Geer told Metroland Media Toronto of the decision she and her husband Andy made to buy a two-bedroom condo in the Fort York area, it was a question of financial balance and the

kind of life they wanted to live. And that’s changing the way the City of Toronto’s planning department has to think and operate. The planning department initi-ated the study Growing Up: Planning for

Children in New Vertical Communities as it works on ways to deal with what will be the increasing needs of families with chil-dren in what had previously been condo communities geared to adult residents.

The study is looking at how these high-density condo communities can better accommodate “households with children and youth.” That’s an issue for the present, and it will certainly raise some challenges as many of these com-munities are lacking in both recreational and educational spaces nearby.

This shift also puts pressure on Toronto’s public and Catholic school boards, which will find themselves with growing numbers of students living nowhere near schools, while many schools in established “suburban” neigh-bourhoods are seeing severely declining enrolment. As our city changes, so must we change the way we think, plan and adapt.

We must change the way we think, adapt to condo boom

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In the new climate of rising public scrutiny of the condi-tions of zoo animals, some zoos are struggling while others are flourishing.

Jennifer Tracey, senior direc-tor of communications for the Toronto Zoo, said institutions that have been entrusted with wildlife should be held to high standards. Modern zoos feature exhibits designed to match each animal’s specific habitat and programs are tied to conservation and educa-tion.

At the Oshawa Zoo and Fun Farm, attendance was up 25 per cent last year compared to the year before because of social media marketing and a new focus on domestic animals.

While there are still some exotic animals at the zoo, years ago the owners decided to move away from exotic animals to feature more farm animals.

“When I was a kid, every-one’s grandmother and grand-father had a farm. We don’t see that anymore,” said Alan Connell, owner of the Oshawa Zoo, who wanted to provide that farm animal education for children. “Kids get more attached to farm animals. Exotic animals have a mean streak to them and we decided to go with a children’s zoo.”

The Oshawa Zoo is geared for younger children up to Grade 2, but older children and even adults without children enjoy visiting, said Connell. He said the zoo is popu-lar because the animals are friendly

and tame. “Nothing that can hurt

anybody.” Connell said animal rights

activists haven’t protested the Oshawa Zoo. He thinks protesters are valuable and actually help zoo owners con-tinually improve life for the animals – whether it’s building bigger pens or making sure the pens are interesting for the animals.

“We built a goat run last year,” said Connell. “They love it. We weren’t sure whether they’d use the slide but we had goats jumping on it while we were trying to install it.”

Last year was a tough year for the Bowmanville Zoo, with protests, investigations and charges against owner Michael Hackenberger. In April, Hackenberger was charged with five counts of cruelty to animals in relation to a video released last December.

The video clip released by People for the Ethical Tr e a t m e n t o f A n i m a l s (PETA) appeared to show Hackenberger whipping a tiger during training.

I n a v i d e o r e b u t t a l posted online in late 2015, Hackenberger said he could be accused of viciously whipping the ground or the air, but not the tiger. He said he hit the animal three times, once on the paw when it was reaching to claw another trainer. He will be back in court in early June to answer to the charges.

In August, the zoo owner was criticized for swearing at a

baboon during a live Breakfast Television broadcast on

CITY-TV. PETA’s broad

stance is that w i l d a n i m a l s belong in the wild, and when

they can’t be in the wild, they belong in reputable

sanctuar-ies, said Brittany Peet,

department director of cap-tive animal law enforcement for PETA.

Peet said wild animals forced to live in small enclo-sures suffer psychological harm.

However, Tracey said the public needs to understand the critical role accredited zoos, such as the Toronto facility located in Scarborough, play in ensuring the survival of so many species.

“When the zoo first opened, it was believed the planet was losing one or two species each year. In 2014, the World Wildlife Fund stated that we are now losing one to three species a day. It is statistics like these that drive the professional staff at the Toronto Zoo to do more to save and protect species,” said Tracey.

The Toronto Zoo wants to take this one step further – to become a zoo-based conser-vation centre of excellence.

That means being a leader in wildlife conservation and advo-cating for wildlife and habitats, focusing on Canadian species and habitats while continuing to be active globally.

JENNIFER O’MEARA [email protected]

Staff file photo/Dan PearceSchool children wave at one of the elephants at the Toronto Zoo in this archive photo.

The vision of the Friends of High Park Zoo is to ensure there is always a free community zoo in High Park for families

to enjoy. Established in 1893 for deer, the zoo’s animal paddocks

have always been a popular attraction. Today, the zoo’s 11 paddocks are home to a variety of animal species from around the world: bison, llamas, peacocks, reindeer, highland cattle, wallabies, emus and sheep.

Friends of High Park Zoo was formed in 2012 to raise funds to ensure that the zoo remained open in the wake of city budget cuts for the 2012 and 2013 operating years.

Now, the west-end attraction is looking forward to a face-lift, in the form a new master plan, announced in January. Enhancements include increasing the size of the bison pen by seven metres, creating a new administrative building, improving lighting, and installing flags and signs so that the zoo is more noticeable.

Changes in store for High Park Zoo

Staff file photo/Ian KelSoA fundraising campaign was held a couple of years ago to improve the llama pen.

Increased public scrutiny sparks change or controversy at zoos

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Young families are choosing condo living in the city rather than moving away from the downtown core

Trading in the downtown lifestyle for a spacious suburban house is no longer a swap young families want to make. It’s also a lifestyle sacrifice many aren’t willing to make either.

It’s a rising trend that’s forcing the City of Toronto’s planning department to conduct a study to look at how it can better accommodate those who have forsaken the plush green lawns of a house in the ‘burbs for a condo in the sky.

Take Andy and Amy Geer for example. Both are young professionals working in the city, married for two years with a baby on the way (she’s due in August). They bought their two-bedroom, two bathroom condo in Fort York after a painful three months of looking for houses in Mimico, the Junction and East York.

“I distinctly remember one Sunday morning, after looking at listings, thinking ‘I don’t want to do a house,’” Amy recalled.

“It occurred to us at the same time, actually. After looking at houses and (realizing) what we’d be getting ourselves into, we just realized overnight it’s not what we wanted.”

So they chose the high rise life and they couldn’t be happier.“We could have borrowed money from the bank, but we wouldn’t be able

to do anything else. There’d be no going out for dinner. We wouldn’t be able to do anything other than pay our mortgage,” Andy explained.

“It was just a lifestyle we wanted to be able to maintain… If we bought a house we wouldn’t be able to afford a baby; a condo would allow us to have the lifestyle and a baby.”

This shift in mindset is all too common and has forced the City of Toronto to take note, which spawned: Growing Up: Planning for Children in New Vertical Communities, a study which is an extension of the Condominium Consultations held in 2013-14 and the Chief Planners Roundtable in 2014.

This study is looking at how new “multi-unit housing in high-density communities can better accommodate the needs of households with children and youth.” Surveys were available online, with plans to roll out community consultations in the summer.

The study also aims to provide some direction for new development in the city to consider three areas when building a new condominium — the unit itself, the building and the neighbourhood, while addressing the issues of unit size, layout, building amenities, surrounding amenities and the design of the nearby public realm.

“We’re basically doing this study to have this concerted focused effort to look at how we plan for better family-friendly communities and recognizing that a lot of them are vertical,” said Anne-Marie Nasr, the manager of strategic initiatives with city planning.

“We (the City) need to think in a focused way about how we can plan better for families because the reality is most of Toronto’s growth is going to be happening in units that are in five-plus storey buildings.”

The city has begun interviewing families in high density areas like Yonge and Eglinton, Liberty Village, City Place and Scarborough, but they’re also conducting workshops with developers, architects and designers to gather input on design ideas and share experiences about what works and what doesn’t when developing a condominium.

Part of that discussion is the construction of more two- and three-bedroom units. But developers have been slow on creating high rises with the majority units of that size. According to the Housing Occupancy Trends report released in 2015, out of the 60 per cent of units built in high rise

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buildings between 1996 and 2011 period (the remaining 40 per cent were considered low-rise), only 3.8 per cent of them had three or more bedrooms.

The push for more two- and three-bedroom units is something Trinity-Spadina councillors Mike Layton (Ward 19) and Joe Cressy (Ward 20) have been doing for a few years now.

“We’re going to have a need for family-sized units in new developments that are coming. It’s been done sort of haphazardly so far,” Layton told The Villager.

“We need something more systematic and we need tools in order to ensure developers are coming to the table with them and we’re not negotiating, but they’re a requirement of the zoning bylaw or the official plan.”

Conducting a study like this needs to happen sooner rather than later from Layton’s point of view because a new reality is settling in for families. One that involves city’s growing up rather than out due to rapid population growth.

“With the pace our city is growing, particularly in the downtown core, but also across the city, we’re not building housing stock for the traditional family homes anymore,” said Layton.

“There’s no space. We’ve hit our borders.”As a result there’s been an increase in families with children in high rises

in Toronto. In 2011 there were 10,145 more families with children living in high-rise apartments than there was 15 years earlier, representing a 15 per

cent increase. And these children are young, born between 2006 and 2011, plus the number of infants to pre-schoolers in Downtown has increased by 11 per cent.

The main reasons for the boom align with why the Geers chose to stay in the city, which has less to do with housing costs, although the housing market is highly competitive and expensive, and more to do with quicker commute times, close proximity to amenities, workplaces, services and transit.

“I think it’s a convenience thing that urban living is just becoming more desirable to this generation of families as they grow up,” Layton said.

“People don’t want to spend hours commuting on a daily basis. They’d rather spend their time doing more enjoyable things.”

The culmination of information gathered from the study will come together in the form of an official handbook given to developers when designing new buildings, which will be what Nasr calls “a living document”, evolving as the years go on. If the document is to carry some weight it will need to be put into the city’s Official Plan, which is currently under review.

“We want to create more liveable, higher density communities that are planned appropriately with families in mind,” Nasr said. “Toronto is transitioning and this is part of that evolution we’re experiencing as a city.”

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Photo/EDUARDO LIMAMore couples like Andy and Amy Geer are deciding to raise their family in so-called ‘vertical communities’, according to a study looking at how “new multi-unit housing in high density communities can better accommodate the needs of households with children and youth.”

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High Park/ Bloor West VillageFantastic sun filled corner unit with over 1,200 Sq Ft. Boasting, Threeseparate large balconies with four walkouts with panoramic northand east views! Three spacious bedrooms, Two full washrooms,Two car parking, Large locker, Parquet flooring and an Ensuitelaundry. Well maintained and updated building with great amenitieswhich include: Security System, Outdoor Pool, Tennis Courts, Gym/Exercise Room, Walk to Bloor/High Park Subway, The fine shops andrestaurants of Bloor West Village and High Park. Walk Score of 78.Virtual Tour www.PrimeGTArealestate.com MLS #W3481315

$624,900

www.LovelyTorontoHomes.com

Independently Owned & Operated416-236-1392

Grand HiGH Park Home!

2.5 stry massive 5 bdrmhome is fabulous! Amazing 3rd floormaster suite, 4 baths and parking.

217 Humberside aveopen Sat/Sun 2-4pm

SuSanGinou


416 762-8255

Royal LePage Real EstateServices Inc., Brokerage

LIVE THE PERFECTCITY LIFESTYLE

Walkscore=93 Transitscore=95 WOW!Wonderful Collahie St in hip ‘hood-Picture perfect curb appeal. Own apiece of Toronto history-this grandVictorian has been reno’d & restoredwith fab architectural details still intact.Chef’s Kitchen, classic principal rms,lofty ceilings, 3 generous bedrooms,finished bsmt, easy parking-THIS HOME DELIVERS!20 Collahie St

$889,0

00open houSe Sat & Sun 2-4pM

Fabulous 3 bedroom semi in a very desirable

area where Bloor West Village meets The Junction

with an excellent walk score of 86. Plenty of

improvements including windows, doors, roof,

wiring, furnace, A/C +++. A very bright and

charming perfect starter home. Pie shaped lot

widens to 54’ rear. Impressive 2 car garage

that could make a great studio. $599,900

Visit www.166PriscillaAve.comfor Virtual Tour and more info.

les raffaySales Representative

fiorella CribariBroker

Direct:416 418-0276Office:416 762-4200torontorealestateconnection.com

Sutton Group RealtySystems Inc., BrokerageIndependently Owned and Operated

open House saT & sun 2-4pM

leT THe sunsHine in

Nick PavlovBroker

416 769-1616www.NickPavlov.com

Welcome To Gothic Avenue, One Of The Most Private, Secluded And Prestigious Streets. Steps To High Park, Bloor WestVillage, And The Subway. This Detached Brick Home Sits On A Fantastic Ravine Lot That Is Nearly 200’Deep. CompellingArchitectural Remodel In The 80’S Creating An Open Concept Main Floor With Soaring Ceiling Heights (20Ft) And AnAbundance Of Natural Light. High Demand Location, Difficult To Duplicate.

oPeN House sat & suN 2-4 PM

64 GotHic ave.

West Realty Inc. Brokerage

$899,900

Detached home nearRennie Park. Walk toBloor St/Runnymedesubway, High Park. Primeconvenient location.Walk to school, skatingrink, clubhouse. Livinghere is a delight.

SWANSEA BARGAIN- $669,000

NEIGHBOURHOOD REALTY, BROKERAGEIndependently Owned & Operated.

JOSHUA DAMDAR SRES“Sincerely Committed to Serving You.”


416 236-1392Dir. 416 949-5453


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WEST REALTY INC., BrokerageEach Office is Independently Owned and Operated

free professional buyer service:• Find out about the newest homes on the market that meet your needs• Get more informed about the specific areas and how to get the best price• Find out how to get the best mortgage rates and saving programs, plus much more - Call today!!

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****Certain Conditions may apply. Not intended to solicit persons under contract. ReMax West Realty Inc. does not guarantee the sale of your home. Exclusively offered by Frank Leo. Copyright© 2009 Frank Leo

Guaranteed Home SellinG SyStem

FREE Confidential Home Evaluations.

SELL Your Home FASTER and for MORE MONEY!• Your Home Advertised 24 Hours a Day Until Sold• Your Home Advertised to Millions on www.GetLeo.com• Learn the Secrets of Selling your Home, without ineffective Open Houses• Your Home Listed in Full Colour Print Ads Until It’s Sold• Our team of Professionals for the same price as hiring a single broker• Get up to $10,000 no interest for 60 days****

• Total service guarantee in writing• Your Home Sold Guaranteed, or I’ll Buy it****• Competitive Rates, Exceptional service• Award Winning Results!• In Depth Neighbourhood Report for eachProperty We Sell

BRokERSponsor of

Children’s Miracle Network& Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

Frank Leo

• #1 in Toronto (Central, East and West combined)By Units of Listings Sold for All Companies ofAll Brokers and Sales Representatives for 2015.*

• #1 Individual Re/Max Agent in Canada**

• #2 Individual Re/Max Agent World Wide***

*According to a study of MLS data prepared by an independent auditor of Real Estate Statistics. **for # of Transactions 2015. ***for Dollar Volume 2015.

OPULENT KINGSWAY RESIDENCEBacking Onto Humber River, Premium 350 Ft. Lot, Landscaped Resort Like Oasis, Inground Pool, Cabana, Patio,Amazing Views, Stately Renovated 5 Bedroom 2 Storey, 6 Bathrooms, Exudes Charm, Character & Luxury. CrownMouldings, Heated Floors, Formal Dining Room, Gourmet Kitchen, Finished Bsmt, Nanny Suite, Master BedroomRetreat, Walkout to Spectacular Balcony, Elegance Personified, Steps to Amenities & Subway! $3,399,800

KING CITY RETREAT!!Beautiful Custom-Built Chalet-Style Bungalow Situated On A Spectacular 1.7+ Acre Ravine Lot with Tranquil Nature-Filled Surroundings. Soaring 18’ Ceilings And Open Concept Layout Perfect For Year-Round Entertaining.Wrap-AroundDeck With Incredible Ravine View. Spacious Master Bedroom Retreat. Separate In-Law Suite. Amazing Opportunity ToOwn A Piece Of Nature. Only $1,295,000!

SPECTACULAR RENOvATED HOMEGorgeous Curb Appeal, Stone Exterior and Situated on Prime 50 x 150 Ft Lot in Prime Location & Neighbourhood, OpenConcept Layout, Custom Kitchen, Granite Countertop, S/S Appliances, Gleaming Hardwood Floor, Separate Entrance toBsmt, Ideal for Entertaining & In-Law Suite, New Luxury Bathrooms, Professionally Landscaped, Close to All Amenities,Simply Must be Seen! Only $1,200,000!

PRESTIGIOUS BAYvIEW vILLAGE!Fully furnished Luxury Condo! Shane Baghai builtin prime North York location. Hardwood throughout,Stainless Steel Appliances, Open balcony overlookingCourtyard. Walk to subway, Bayview Village ShoppingCentre, TTC at doorstep, Just move in and enjoy! Ideal forthe Professional or Investor!! Only $315,000!

AMAzING vALUE IN WESTON!!Bright And Charming 2-Storey StackedTownhouse!! Very Well Maintained 2 Bedroom, 2Bath, Perfect For First Time Buyers And Investors.Many Recent Updates. Includes Parking AndLocker. Close To Transit. Shows Amazing AndPriced To Sell, Only $249,000!

WILLOWDALE CONDO OPPORTUNITY!Cozy & Bright 1 Bedroom Unit with GraniteCounters, Stainless Steel Appliances andLaminate Floors Throughout! In NewerBuilding, Comes with Parking and Locker,Perfect for First Time Buyer/Investor! SuperValue! Only $259,900!

PRESTIGIOUS JAMES CLUB!!Fabulous One Bedroom Condo Located in High DemandKingsway Area!! Spacious Open Concept Suite With 9’Ceilings, Beautiful Kitchen Featuring Granite Counters,Stainless Steel Appliances & Breakfast Bar. Rich Marble FloorsIn Bathroom. Unit Comes Complete With 2 Parking Spots & 1Locker. Fantastic Value & Amazing Opportunity To Own In ThisVery Prestigious Location! Don’t Miss Out!!! Only $299,900!

CORSO ITALIA DETACHED!Fantastic 4 Bedroom Located Just Steps To St Clair. LargeAnd Very Well Maintained 2-Storey, 3-Unit Home, CurrentlyAn Income Property. Can Be Easily Converted To A SingleFamily Home W/ Additional Income Potential. FinishedBasement Apartment W/Separate Entrance, 2-Car Garage,And Much More! Located Close To Shops, Cafes, Transit &All Amenities. Must Be Seen, Only $799,900!

STUNNING DOWNSvIEW 2 STOREYHuge 3,000 Sq Ft 4 Bdrm with Fabulous CurbAppeal on a 50 Ft Lot, Gourmet Kitchen with Granite,Master with 6 pce Ensuite, Professionally FinishedBsmt with Potential 3 Bdrm Apt, Large FamilyRoom, Coffered Ceilings, Butler’s Stairs, LandscapedBackyard, Close to 401/Yorkdale Mall!

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EXECUTIvE DETACHED ONLY $699,900Situated on a Premium Lot and on Quiet Crescent,4+1 Bedroom, Circular Staircase, Large Foyer,Open Concept Living Room, Formal Dining, CrownMoulding, Family Size Kitchen, Prof. FinishedBasement, Ideal for Entertaining, LandscapedLot, 2 Ponds, Double Garage, Plus much more!Amazing Opportunity!

CABBAGETOWN LANDMARKTotally Renovated Detached Toronto Home. Bright & SunlitArchitectural Masterpiece will Amaze You! 2 Bedrooms, 3Bathrooms, Tempered Glass, 3 Balconies, Granite Floor,Custom Kitchen with B/I Appliances, Spacious & OpenConcept with Approx. 1,000 Sq. Ft. of Living Space!,Sauna, Finished Basement, Beautiful Deck + Garden,One of a Kind! Simply Must be Seen! Only $699,900!

LUXURY WATERFRONTMonarch Condo, 1+1 Bedrooms, Open Concept LivingRoom + Dining Room, 2 Balconies, Granite Countertop,Breakfast Bar, Hardwood Floor, Ensuite Laundry, Stepsto Lake, Parks & Bike Paths! Fabulous Facilities, Pool,Fitness Centre, Spa, Theatre Rm, Computer Lounge,Security & Concierge! Amazing Value! $299,900!

YORK UNIvERSITY vILLAGE!!Amazing Investment Opportunity!! Large & WellMaintained 3-Storey, 7 Room Turn-Key ResidenceIncludes Common Area Kitchen And Family Room,Laundry Area, W/O To 3rd Floor Patio/Deck, 2-CarGarage, Ample Storage Space. Located Steps ToUniversity & All Facilities. Easy To Rent & Maintain- Only $799,900!!

COLLEGE ST LOFTBrand New Boutique Condo Building Surrounded ByMillion Dollar Properties,1+1 bedroom Perfect ForThe Urban Professional, TTC/Streetcar At Doorstep,Close To Shops, Restaurants, And All Amenities!Being Sold Under Assignment. Amazing Value in HighDemand Location, Only $379,900!!

OAKvILLE 3 BEDROOM CONDO!!Large ground floor suite perfect for a growing family ordownsizing. Approx 1750 sq. ft. of luxury living. Spaciousand bright living room with Floor to ceiling windows,formal dining room, 2.5 baths. Renovated kitchen withpotlights, backsplash, and stainless steel appliances.Well managed building located close to Oakville Place,Sheridan College, and Transportation. Only $409,900!

LUXURY UNIONvILLE CONDO!“The Verdale” In Markham!! Bright Open Concept SuiteW/ 9’ Ceilings, Upgraded Kitchen W/ Granite Counters,Custom Backsplash, Stainless Steel Appliances & BreakfastBar, Hardwood Floors & Much More. Comes Complete W/Parking Spot & Locker. Located In The Heart Of DowntownMarkham, Close To Shopping, Transit & All Amenities.Amazing Value – Must Be Seen! Only $299,900!

SPECTACULAR RENOvATED & FULLY FURNISHED!Ultra Modern 2 Bdrm Suite, New Custom Kitchen,Quartz Counter, Powered Island, Master En-Suite,Floor To Ceiling Windows, Unobstructed City & WaterViews! Vogue Magazine-2nd Best Street In TheWorldTo Live On! 24 Hr TTC, Steps To Parkdale, Ossington& Liberty Village! Only $499,900!

STORE WITH 2 BDRM APTRare Opportunity for End User or Investor toget a Vacant Store & Large Renovated 2 BdrmApt on 2nd Floor! Potential Apt in Basement!Vibrant Community next to Corso Italia on St.Clair! Super Value! Only $525,000!

HUMONGOUS 5 LEvEL BACKSPLITDetached 4+2 Bdrm Situated on Premium Pie ShapedLot on Quiet Court Location, 4 Separate Entrances, OpenConcept Living & Dining Room, Large Kitchen, W/O Balcony,Separate In-Law Suite, Totally Finished, Ideal for Large orExtended Family, Steps to Hospital + Close to All Amenities!Amazing Value!

SOLD IN 1 WEEK FOR 119% OF ASKING!!

GORGEOUS LOW RISE CONDOShows to Perfection, Open Concept Layout, LargeOpen Concept Kitchen, Granite Countertop, BreakfastBar, S/S Appliances, Over 1,100 Sq Ft, 2 FullBaths, Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Walkout to HugeBalcony, BBQ Allowed, Master Retreat W/I Closet +Full Ensuite, Parking, 2 Lockers, Steps to Shops +Amenities! Only $449,900!

HIGH PARK DUPLEXPrime Location, Gorgeous Victorian 3+1Bedroom 3 Storey, Separate Entrances, 2 HydroMeters, 2 Sundecks, Balcony, Thousands inUpgrades and Updates, Private Drive, FabulousOpportunity, Close to All Amenities! $999,900

PREMIUM LOT OvERLOOKING RAvINE!Luxury 4 Bedroom Home, Open-Concept Bright & BeautifulLayout. Features 4 Bathrooms, Large Modern KitchenWith S/S Appliances & Quartz Counter Top, High-End OakHardwood Floors, 10Ft Ceilings, California Shutters, Walk outBasement, 50 x130 ft lot, Loaded With Too Many UpgradesTo Mention! An absolute showpiece! Must be seen! Only$899,900!!

vELLORE vILLAGE $899,900Executive Detached 4 Bedroom 2 Storey,Crown Mouldings, Gourmet Kitchen, GraniteCountertop, Centre Island, S/S Appliances,Main Floor Den and Family Room with GasFireplace, Large Veranda, Double Garage.Amazing Value!

STREETSvILLE RENOvATED GEMSituated on a Premium 74 Ft Lot, SpectacularRenovated Bungalow, 16 Ft Vaulted Ceiling, OpenConcept Layout, Gourmet Kitchen, BreakfastBar, Professionally Finished Basement Ideal forEntertaining or Possible In-Law Suite, LandscapedLot, Amazing Home + Value! Only $799,900!

PRESTIGIOUS PRIME OLDE KINGSWAYPrivateOasisNestled inHighDemandNeighbourhood,Old World Charm + Modern Accents, 4+1 Bdrm2 Storey, Formal Dining Room, Modern Kitchen, OpenConcept Living Room, Walkout to Large LandscapedLot, Cedar Deck, Pond, Finished Basement, FabulousOpportunity!

SOLD IN 1 WK FOR 116% OF ASKING!

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50 FT X 200 FT LOT!Perfect for Contractors, Renovators, Builders! Cozy3 Bdrm Bungalow on a Huge Private Fenced LotSteps to Lake! Renovate, Add On or Build New!Large Unfinished Basement. Steps to GO Train,Bluffer’s Park, RH King Academy! Super Value!


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PRIME BLUFFS LOCATIONDetached 5 Level Backsplit, 4 Bedrooms,Surrounded by Million Dollar Homes, LargeBackyard, Large Family + Rec Room withWalkouts, Open Concept Layout, OriginalOwners, 1st Time Ever on the Market!Only $649,900!

UNOBSTRUCTED SOUTHERN vIEW“Beyond the Sea” Luxury suite with Open conceptlayout. Features stainless steel appliances, granitecounters and hardwood floors. Huge balcony with2 walkouts. One parking and one locker. Amazingamenities. Great location with Park, lake andbike trails directly across the street. Super Value!Only $299,900!!

ONE OF A KIND!Stunning Ocean Club Suite, Rare Main Floor withPrivate Access, Open Concept, Modern Kitchen withQuartz Counter & Built-In Appliances, HardwoodFloors, 1 Parking Spot, 1 Locker,5 Star Building withTop Amenities! Steps to the Lake, Transit at Door!Only $359,000!

LUXURY KINGSWAY CONDO!!Luxury 2+1 Bedroom Boutique Condo Located At “TheEssence” South Kingsway!! Spacious Open Concept,9’ Ceilings, Upgraded Kitchen W/ Granite Counters,Custom Backsplash, Breakfast Bar, Hardwood Floors,Master W/ Full Ensuite, 2 Parking Spots & Much More.Amazing Location Surrounded By $ Million Dollar Homes!Incredible Opportunity! Only $459,900!!!

RENOvATED BACKING ON TO RAvINE!Gorgeous bungalow, with renovated kitchen, granitecounters and stainless steel appliances, new bath,hardwood floors and 3 spacious bedrooms. Separateentrance to large 2 Bedroom In-Law suite with brandnew kitchen and new bath. Simply must be seen,Amazing Value Only $495,000!

PRESTIGIOUS GUILDWOOD vILLAGEDetached 3+2 Bdrm Bungalow on Premium PieShaped Lot in High Demand Neighbourhood, OpenConcept Living Rm, Formal Dining Rm, UpdatedKitchen, Separate Side Entrance to FinishedBasement Ideal for Entertainment or In-Law Suite!Simply Must be Seen! Only $579,900

UNIONvILLE – WARDEN & MAJOR MACKBrand New Sub Penthouse 1+1 Bdrm Suite in LuxuriousResort Style Boutique Championship Golf CourseCommunity, Thousands in Quality Upgrades, 2 ParkingSpaces, Locker, 2 Year Free Maintenance Fee Plus 1 YearIndividual Membership to Angus Academy, SouthwestExposure, Set Amidst Million Dollar Homes, 20,000 Sq Ftof Outdoor Amenity Space! Brand New! Only $668,800!

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WEST REALTY INC., BrokerageEach Office is Independently Owned and Operated

free professional buyer service:• Find out about the newest homes on the market that meet your needs• Get more informed about the specific areas and how to get the best price• Find out how to get the best mortgage rates and saving programs, plus much more - Call today!!

SEE MORE PHOTOS: www.GetLeo.comCall Today 416-917-LION (5466) and Start Packing!

****Certain Conditions may apply. Not intended to solicit persons under contract. ReMax West Realty Inc. does not guarantee the sale of your home. Exclusively offered by Frank Leo. Copyright© 2009 Frank Leo

Guaranteed Home SellinG SyStem

FREE Confidential Home Evaluations.

SELL Your Home FASTER and for MORE MONEY!• Your Home Advertised 24 Hours a Day Until Sold• Your Home Advertised to Millions on www.GetLeo.com• Learn the Secrets of Selling your Home, without ineffective Open Houses• Your Home Listed in Full Colour Print Ads Until It’s Sold• Our team of Professionals for the same price as hiring a single broker• Get up to $10,000 no interest for 60 days****

• Total service guarantee in writing• Your Home Sold Guaranteed, or I’ll Buy it****• Competitive Rates, Exceptional service• Award Winning Results!• In Depth Neighbourhood Report for eachProperty We Sell

BRokERSponsor of

Children’s Miracle Network& Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

Frank Leo

• #1 in Toronto (Central, East and West combined)By Units of Listings Sold for All Companies ofAll Brokers and Sales Representatives for 2015.*

• #1 Individual Re/Max Agent in Canada**

• #2 Individual Re/Max Agent World Wide***

*According to a study of MLS data prepared by an independent auditor of Real Estate Statistics. **for # of Transactions 2015. ***for Dollar Volume 2015.

OPULENT KINGSWAY RESIDENCEBacking Onto Humber River, Premium 350 Ft. Lot, Landscaped Resort Like Oasis, Inground Pool, Cabana, Patio,Amazing Views, Stately Renovated 5 Bedroom 2 Storey, 6 Bathrooms, Exudes Charm, Character & Luxury. CrownMouldings, Heated Floors, Formal Dining Room, Gourmet Kitchen, Finished Bsmt, Nanny Suite, Master BedroomRetreat, Walkout to Spectacular Balcony, Elegance Personified, Steps to Amenities & Subway! $3,399,800

KING CITY RETREAT!!Beautiful Custom-Built Chalet-Style Bungalow Situated On A Spectacular 1.7+ Acre Ravine Lot with Tranquil Nature-Filled Surroundings. Soaring 18’ Ceilings And Open Concept Layout Perfect For Year-Round Entertaining.Wrap-AroundDeck With Incredible Ravine View. Spacious Master Bedroom Retreat. Separate In-Law Suite. Amazing Opportunity ToOwn A Piece Of Nature. Only $1,295,000!

SPECTACULAR RENOvATED HOMEGorgeous Curb Appeal, Stone Exterior and Situated on Prime 50 x 150 Ft Lot in Prime Location & Neighbourhood, OpenConcept Layout, Custom Kitchen, Granite Countertop, S/S Appliances, Gleaming Hardwood Floor, Separate Entrance toBsmt, Ideal for Entertaining & In-Law Suite, New Luxury Bathrooms, Professionally Landscaped, Close to All Amenities,Simply Must be Seen! Only $1,200,000!

PRESTIGIOUS BAYvIEW vILLAGE!Fully furnished Luxury Condo! Shane Baghai builtin prime North York location. Hardwood throughout,Stainless Steel Appliances, Open balcony overlookingCourtyard. Walk to subway, Bayview Village ShoppingCentre, TTC at doorstep, Just move in and enjoy! Ideal forthe Professional or Investor!! Only $315,000!

AMAzING vALUE IN WESTON!!Bright And Charming 2-Storey StackedTownhouse!! Very Well Maintained 2 Bedroom, 2Bath, Perfect For First Time Buyers And Investors.Many Recent Updates. Includes Parking AndLocker. Close To Transit. Shows Amazing AndPriced To Sell, Only $249,000!

WILLOWDALE CONDO OPPORTUNITY!Cozy & Bright 1 Bedroom Unit with GraniteCounters, Stainless Steel Appliances andLaminate Floors Throughout! In NewerBuilding, Comes with Parking and Locker,Perfect for First Time Buyer/Investor! SuperValue! Only $259,900!

PRESTIGIOUS JAMES CLUB!!Fabulous One Bedroom Condo Located in High DemandKingsway Area!! Spacious Open Concept Suite With 9’Ceilings, Beautiful Kitchen Featuring Granite Counters,Stainless Steel Appliances & Breakfast Bar. Rich Marble FloorsIn Bathroom. Unit Comes Complete With 2 Parking Spots & 1Locker. Fantastic Value & Amazing Opportunity To Own In ThisVery Prestigious Location! Don’t Miss Out!!! Only $299,900!

CORSO ITALIA DETACHED!Fantastic 4 Bedroom Located Just Steps To St Clair. LargeAnd Very Well Maintained 2-Storey, 3-Unit Home, CurrentlyAn Income Property. Can Be Easily Converted To A SingleFamily Home W/ Additional Income Potential. FinishedBasement Apartment W/Separate Entrance, 2-Car Garage,And Much More! Located Close To Shops, Cafes, Transit &All Amenities. Must Be Seen, Only $799,900!

STUNNING DOWNSvIEW 2 STOREYHuge 3,000 Sq Ft 4 Bdrm with Fabulous CurbAppeal on a 50 Ft Lot, Gourmet Kitchen with Granite,Master with 6 pce Ensuite, Professionally FinishedBsmt with Potential 3 Bdrm Apt, Large FamilyRoom, Coffered Ceilings, Butler’s Stairs, LandscapedBackyard, Close to 401/Yorkdale Mall!

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EXECUTIvE DETACHED ONLY $699,900Situated on a Premium Lot and on Quiet Crescent,4+1 Bedroom, Circular Staircase, Large Foyer,Open Concept Living Room, Formal Dining, CrownMoulding, Family Size Kitchen, Prof. FinishedBasement, Ideal for Entertaining, LandscapedLot, 2 Ponds, Double Garage, Plus much more!Amazing Opportunity!

CABBAGETOWN LANDMARKTotally Renovated Detached Toronto Home. Bright & SunlitArchitectural Masterpiece will Amaze You! 2 Bedrooms, 3Bathrooms, Tempered Glass, 3 Balconies, Granite Floor,Custom Kitchen with B/I Appliances, Spacious & OpenConcept with Approx. 1,000 Sq. Ft. of Living Space!,Sauna, Finished Basement, Beautiful Deck + Garden,One of a Kind! Simply Must be Seen! Only $699,900!

LUXURY WATERFRONTMonarch Condo, 1+1 Bedrooms, Open Concept LivingRoom + Dining Room, 2 Balconies, Granite Countertop,Breakfast Bar, Hardwood Floor, Ensuite Laundry, Stepsto Lake, Parks & Bike Paths! Fabulous Facilities, Pool,Fitness Centre, Spa, Theatre Rm, Computer Lounge,Security & Concierge! Amazing Value! $299,900!

YORK UNIvERSITY vILLAGE!!Amazing Investment Opportunity!! Large & WellMaintained 3-Storey, 7 Room Turn-Key ResidenceIncludes Common Area Kitchen And Family Room,Laundry Area, W/O To 3rd Floor Patio/Deck, 2-CarGarage, Ample Storage Space. Located Steps ToUniversity & All Facilities. Easy To Rent & Maintain- Only $799,900!!

COLLEGE ST LOFTBrand New Boutique Condo Building Surrounded ByMillion Dollar Properties,1+1 bedroom Perfect ForThe Urban Professional, TTC/Streetcar At Doorstep,Close To Shops, Restaurants, And All Amenities!Being Sold Under Assignment. Amazing Value in HighDemand Location, Only $379,900!!

OAKvILLE 3 BEDROOM CONDO!!Large ground floor suite perfect for a growing family ordownsizing. Approx 1750 sq. ft. of luxury living. Spaciousand bright living room with Floor to ceiling windows,formal dining room, 2.5 baths. Renovated kitchen withpotlights, backsplash, and stainless steel appliances.Well managed building located close to Oakville Place,Sheridan College, and Transportation. Only $409,900!

LUXURY UNIONvILLE CONDO!“The Verdale” In Markham!! Bright Open Concept SuiteW/ 9’ Ceilings, Upgraded Kitchen W/ Granite Counters,Custom Backsplash, Stainless Steel Appliances & BreakfastBar, Hardwood Floors & Much More. Comes Complete W/Parking Spot & Locker. Located In The Heart Of DowntownMarkham, Close To Shopping, Transit & All Amenities.Amazing Value – Must Be Seen! Only $299,900!

SPECTACULAR RENOvATED & FULLY FURNISHED!Ultra Modern 2 Bdrm Suite, New Custom Kitchen,Quartz Counter, Powered Island, Master En-Suite,Floor To Ceiling Windows, Unobstructed City & WaterViews! Vogue Magazine-2nd Best Street In TheWorldTo Live On! 24 Hr TTC, Steps To Parkdale, Ossington& Liberty Village! Only $499,900!

STORE WITH 2 BDRM APTRare Opportunity for End User or Investor toget a Vacant Store & Large Renovated 2 BdrmApt on 2nd Floor! Potential Apt in Basement!Vibrant Community next to Corso Italia on St.Clair! Super Value! Only $525,000!

HUMONGOUS 5 LEvEL BACKSPLITDetached 4+2 Bdrm Situated on Premium Pie ShapedLot on Quiet Court Location, 4 Separate Entrances, OpenConcept Living & Dining Room, Large Kitchen, W/O Balcony,Separate In-Law Suite, Totally Finished, Ideal for Large orExtended Family, Steps to Hospital + Close to All Amenities!Amazing Value!

SOLD IN 1 WEEK FOR 119% OF ASKING!!

GORGEOUS LOW RISE CONDOShows to Perfection, Open Concept Layout, LargeOpen Concept Kitchen, Granite Countertop, BreakfastBar, S/S Appliances, Over 1,100 Sq Ft, 2 FullBaths, Gleaming Hardwood Floors, Walkout to HugeBalcony, BBQ Allowed, Master Retreat W/I Closet +Full Ensuite, Parking, 2 Lockers, Steps to Shops +Amenities! Only $449,900!

HIGH PARK DUPLEXPrime Location, Gorgeous Victorian 3+1Bedroom 3 Storey, Separate Entrances, 2 HydroMeters, 2 Sundecks, Balcony, Thousands inUpgrades and Updates, Private Drive, FabulousOpportunity, Close to All Amenities! $999,900

PREMIUM LOT OvERLOOKING RAvINE!Luxury 4 Bedroom Home, Open-Concept Bright & BeautifulLayout. Features 4 Bathrooms, Large Modern KitchenWith S/S Appliances & Quartz Counter Top, High-End OakHardwood Floors, 10Ft Ceilings, California Shutters, Walk outBasement, 50 x130 ft lot, Loaded With Too Many UpgradesTo Mention! An absolute showpiece! Must be seen! Only$899,900!!

vELLORE vILLAGE $899,900Executive Detached 4 Bedroom 2 Storey,Crown Mouldings, Gourmet Kitchen, GraniteCountertop, Centre Island, S/S Appliances,Main Floor Den and Family Room with GasFireplace, Large Veranda, Double Garage.Amazing Value!

STREETSvILLE RENOvATED GEMSituated on a Premium 74 Ft Lot, SpectacularRenovated Bungalow, 16 Ft Vaulted Ceiling, OpenConcept Layout, Gourmet Kitchen, BreakfastBar, Professionally Finished Basement Ideal forEntertaining or Possible In-Law Suite, LandscapedLot, Amazing Home + Value! Only $799,900!

PRESTIGIOUS PRIME OLDE KINGSWAYPrivateOasisNestled inHighDemandNeighbourhood,Old World Charm + Modern Accents, 4+1 Bdrm2 Storey, Formal Dining Room, Modern Kitchen, OpenConcept Living Room, Walkout to Large LandscapedLot, Cedar Deck, Pond, Finished Basement, FabulousOpportunity!


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50 FT X 200 FT LOT!Perfect for Contractors, Renovators, Builders! Cozy3 Bdrm Bungalow on a Huge Private Fenced LotSteps to Lake! Renovate, Add On or Build New!Large Unfinished Basement. Steps to GO Train,Bluffer’s Park, RH King Academy! Super Value!


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PRIME BLUFFS LOCATIONDetached 5 Level Backsplit, 4 Bedrooms,Surrounded by Million Dollar Homes, LargeBackyard, Large Family + Rec Room withWalkouts, Open Concept Layout, OriginalOwners, 1st Time Ever on the Market!Only $649,900!

UNOBSTRUCTED SOUTHERN vIEW“Beyond the Sea” Luxury suite with Open conceptlayout. Features stainless steel appliances, granitecounters and hardwood floors. Huge balcony with2 walkouts. One parking and one locker. Amazingamenities. Great location with Park, lake andbike trails directly across the street. Super Value!Only $299,900!!

ONE OF A KIND!Stunning Ocean Club Suite, Rare Main Floor withPrivate Access, Open Concept, Modern Kitchen withQuartz Counter & Built-In Appliances, HardwoodFloors, 1 Parking Spot, 1 Locker,5 Star Building withTop Amenities! Steps to the Lake, Transit at Door!Only $359,000!

LUXURY KINGSWAY CONDO!!Luxury 2+1 Bedroom Boutique Condo Located At “TheEssence” South Kingsway!! Spacious Open Concept,9’ Ceilings, Upgraded Kitchen W/ Granite Counters,Custom Backsplash, Breakfast Bar, Hardwood Floors,Master W/ Full Ensuite, 2 Parking Spots & Much More.Amazing Location Surrounded By $ Million Dollar Homes!Incredible Opportunity! Only $459,900!!!

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ANTIQUES& Collectibles

WantedCash for Older:

Coins, Jewelry, Amber, Ivory, Military, Watches, Toys, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, Cups & Saucers, Silver, Gold,

Records, Old Postcards/Photos, Guitars, Old Pens, Lighters & Old

Advertising etc.25 years experience

416-431-7180416-566-7373

COLLECTIQUES

CEILINGS REPAIRED. Spray textures, plaster designs, stucco, drywall, paint. We fix them all! www.mrstucco.ca 416-242-8863

SUPERHANDYMAN ROUGH and finish carpentry, dry walling, painting,

electricity, plumbing, tiling, kitchens, bathroom, decks. Serving 22 years in

Bloor West. Call Chris 416-654-2439

ALWAYS CHEAPEST! All Garbage Removal! Home/ Business.

Fast Sameday! Free Estimates!Seniors Discounts. We do all Loading &

Clean-ups! Lowest Prices. Call John: 416-457-2154 Seven days

PETER’S DEPENDABLE JUNK

REMOVALFrom home or business,

including furniture/ appliances,construction waste.

Quick & careful!416-677-3818

Rock Bottom Rates!

Brick ~ Blocks ~ StoneworkChimney’s ~ Tuck Pointing

Porches ~ FlagstoneWindow Sills.

All masonry work. Insured & Licensed. For free estimates call Roman

416-684-4324 www.fadomconstructioninc.com

BRICK, NATURAL STONE & CHIMNEY WORKTuck Pointing, Crack Repair, Flagstone,

Windowsills and Much More!For Free Estimate

Call Peter:647-333-0384www.stardustconstruction.com

Professional Repairs of all brands of:Refrigeration, Stoves, Dishwashers,

Washers, Dryers, Air Conditioning & Heating.Free Estimates. Warranty, Credit cards

accepted. Seniors discount. 416-616-0388

Fundraiser for “Mission for Clean Water” Nicaragua.

Richview Baptist Church1548 Kipling Ave.

(2 blocks north of Eglinton)Saturday, May 7th

8am-2pmRain or Shine

BBQ LUNCHThousands of new and used

clothes. Lots of skates, rollerblades and strollers. Over 250 items in our silent auction.

Snake and reptile show and petting zoo!

Raffl e for BBQ.

To donate call 416-706-4510

MASONRY & CONCRETEARTICLES WANTED

APPLIANCE REPAIRS�INSTALLATION

GARAGE SALES

WASTE REMOVAL

HOME RENOVATIONS

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The Parkdale Villager, May 5, 2016