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A slow swing to install playground at M Centre: Council decides By Bill Hutchins Reporter
Kingston Heritage – An attempt to fast-track playground improvements on the southeast corner of the Kingston Memorial Centre did not gain a foothold at city council. The Memorial Centre’s advisory committee asked council to undertake playground upgrades in 2015, one year sooner than city staff had planned. But the request meant other capital improvements would have to be delayed by a year. “We will obviously have to re-priortize,” community services commissioner Lanie Hurdle told the December 17 council meeting. Most councillors were quick to dismiss the committee’s request. “There’s an issue of fairness here,” complained Coun. Bryan Paterson, who said the city should stick with its 2016 timetable to install a new playground at the midtown park. Mayor Mark Gerretsen also spoke against moving the playground higher on the civic priority list. He says the Memorial Centre has seen vast improvements in recent years with the construction of a linear park, outdoor aquatic centre, plus the introduction of a Sunday farmers’ market and off-leash dog park. “Make sure we distribute the wealth …
and not centralize them all in one spot.” The Memorial Centre has the benefit of its own advisory committee to advocate for improvements, but other neighbourhoods lack the same voice to make their case for needed improvements, the mayor added. Coun. Rick Downes agreed with the mayor that one group should not be allowed to “jump the line.” Coun. Brian Reitzel says residents in his Pittsburgh district have been asked to show patience for playgrounds, and other neighbourhoods should do the same. “The point here is the fastest growing population with young children is the east side of the city,” he noted. The city has been studying improvements at 277 York Street on the site of a demolished building that used to house the Original Hockey Hall of Fame. While a preliminary concept plan rejected a community-run ornamental garden due to a lack of space, staff have since proposed modest park and playground improvements in 2016 pending further public input. The motion to fast track the Memorial Centre playground improvements to 2015 was lost 10-3, with only councillors Jim Neill, Bill Glover and Rob Hutchison voting in favour. In a related decision, council did agree to explore expanded community uses for the Memorial Centre barns such as a flea market.
Kingston Heritage – The City of Kingston says it has no interest in buying the mothballed J.E. Horton Public School as a community centre for residents in the east end. City officials say the cost to acquire and renovate the vacant school in Barriefield would range from $11 million to $13.8 million, plus operational costs. The school’s location is also distant from Pittsburgh District’s growing population base. “Based on residential density information, the location of J.E. Horton is not centrally located to the population concentration of Kingston East,” said a report to council by community services commissioner Lanie Hurdle. J.E. Horton elementary school, located on Wellington Street near Highway 15, was closed in 2012 and is in the process of being declared surplus by the Limestone District School Board sometime in 2014. City officials explored whether to express an interest in buying the 6.5 acre property, but concluded the overall price tag isn’t worth it. “Considering the potential cost of this project and the fact that the property is not centrally located … staff are recommending that the city not pursue the option of acquiring the J.E. Horton Public School,” said Hurdle’s report. Hurdle says the school is too far away to serve the majority of Pittsburgh’s population base, most of which is growing north of Gore Road. She says only about 1,000 people are within a 10-minute walk of the school site. “This means that only about 11.5 per cent of the existing population would be able to access the community centre by walking 10 minutes or less.” This, despite the fact the city will be launching express bus service for east end residents in 2015. The staff report concludes the 1950’s-era school would need “significant” renovations and structural improvements
and technology upgrades to modernize the building, plus the cost to remove portables and meet current standards of accessibility. “The total estimated cost of this option would be approximately $8 M to $12M and would still not guarantee that the space configuration of the building would meet the needs for program delivery.” Alternatively, the cost to purchase and demolish the school and build a new community centre on the site would be equally expensive. “The estimated cost for this option is estimated between $11M and $13.8 M,” Hurdle explained. Pittsburgh lacks a community centre but there is currently no municipal funding to build one. However, Hurdle says the city will continue to explore options for a centre to serve the needs of the east end. She says community organizations have expressed an interest in partnering with the city. “City staff assumes that this interest in partnership is applicable to any potential site in Kingston East and will continue discussions with interested partners.” When the city first started exploring the possible purchase of J.E. Horton one year ago, district councillor Brian Reitzel suggested the financing strategy could include selling another municipal property in order to raise money to finance the school’s purchase. The Madoma community centre on Highway 2, east of Abbey Dawn Road, has 7.8 acres with tennis courts, play structure and a small building. “We could sell that, collect the money and use it for purchasing J.E. Horton and doing renovations to it,” said Reitzel at the time. However, Hurdle’s midDecember information report, which has not yet initiated any debate by council, makes no mention of seeking new funding sources. If the city passes on its right-of-first-refusal to buy the school, the property is expected to be made available to private developers.
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Kingston Heritage - A pair of west end Kingston apartment buildings will offer extra units of affordable housing for 15 years through a funding program approved by city council, but some worry what will happen to tenants when the subsidy term expires. J. Fern Inc. has completed the first building at 500 Canatara Court providing 77 rental units for seniors, which will have 10 affordable housing units under a $539,500 subsidy agreement with the city. The rent rates will be set at 80 per cent of Canada Mortgage and Housing’s average marketplace rents. “The 10 affordable units are now occupied,” according to a Jan. 7 report to council. The tenants will pay monthly rents averaging $680 compared with full market rents of $990 in the same building. The municipal subsidy program will pay the landlord the difference between the lower and full market rents for 15 years. Construction of a second 77-unit building at 510 Canatara Court is just getting underway, and the city is expected to contribute a further $400,000 to subsidize eight one-bedroom units in this building – four more units than originally approved. The subsidies are made possible through a special $1 million annual capital investment program for affordable housing that council created in 2012. The tax funded program is expected to continue for five years. The money is earmarked for private and non-profit de-
velopers to create affordable housing within their rental developments. Initially, staff recommended only four units in the second building receive affordable rates. But because council confirmed an extension of the capital investment program in 2014, four additional subsidized units can now be added. That will bring the number of subsidized units to 18 in the two new buildings at a cost of nearly $1 million. Some councillors have voiced concerns, not with the cost, but the 15-year time limit for subsidized units. “It just seems at the end of 15 years we should be having something that can continue our resolution of the problem,” said Coun. Rick Downes. Coun. Dorothy Hector, whose district includes the Canatara Court buildings, called on the provincial government to address the need for sustainable affordable housing. “It should stay affordable in perpetuity,” she argued. It costs the city about $50,000 to subsidize each affordable housing unit in a private apartment building over the 15 year period. Coun. Rob Hutchison agrees 15 years is not long enough, but acknowledges the city has “limited reach” to provide ongoing tax subsidies without provincial support. “Our overall amount of (affordable housing) stock is not really being grown,” he argued. While he supports the city’s current subsidy program, he says it does not provide sustainable affordable rents to low income tenants. “As an overall strategy it cannot and
does not work.” Sheldon Laidman, director of the city’s housing department, told council that 15 years of guaranteed rent supplements is based on a previously adopted policy. “The existing policy in 2011 sets 15 years as the general guideline.” The annual $1 million affordable housing program is being utilized in other buildings around Kingston as well. MC Townhomes Inc. has received planning approval to construct a 48-unit townhouse development at 70 Barbara Avenue. City of-
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South Frontenac continues to grow with election year in progress Editor’s note: As has been the practice for many years now, the Frontenac Gazette EMC makes space available for the Mayors of the townships we cover to deliver their messages to our readers once a year in our first issue in January. The words are the Mayors’ own, with the only editing consisting of proofreading for spelling, grammar and syntax. This piece is from South Frontenac Mayor Gary Davison. As I write this South Frontenac Council is preparing for the last meeting of 2013. Looking back, I can see many accomplishments and successes. Together the nine members of Council, with advice and support from a dedicated staff, have been busy working on your behalf. Council met 42 times over the course of the year, always focused on making South Frontenac a better place to live, work and enjoy. At the core of everything we know that “Our Strength is Our Community.” The Township continues to grow with a steady stream of subdivision applications, building permits and the creation of new resi-
dential lots. The demand for more services in all departments is ever present and is being met by staff. Council has continued to make progress on implementing the Strategic Plan. I invite you to visit our website to learn more: www.southfrotnenac.net. Suffice it to say everyone has been busy! The year 2014 begins with nominations opening for the new Council to be elected in October. I urge you to be active in your municipality. Ask candidates questions, be sure your voice is being heard and your views reflected. Why not consider running for office yourself? On a personal note, I will not be running for office in 2014. I will be stepping back from politics and focusing more on family. It has been an honour and privilege to serve the residents of this community. I willingly pass the torch and look forward to seeing great things continue for South Frontenac. With warmest holiday greetings, Mayor Gary Davison
TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC THE NEW BUILDING CODE CAME INTO FORCE ON JANUARY 1, 2014 The new Building Code amends the 2006 Building Code in a number of ways. Focusing on new standards for construction that will provide better fire protection of building structure to protect the public. Also included are enhanced energy conservation provisions for new buildings to reduce greenhouse gases, protect air, water and soil quality. For more information please visit our website
Bulls best Frontenacs at Rogers K-Rock Centre The Kingston Frontenacs dropped a 9-6 decision to the Belleville Bulls at the Rogers KRock Centre in their matinee game on Sunday December 29th.The Frontenacs rounded out 2013 with a 3-2 win over the Steelheads in Mississauga on Tuesday December 31st.
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PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE- RUTLEDGE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION A public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15th, 2014 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, to provide the public with information on the design for the reconstruction of Rutledge Road from Storm Haven Lane west to Rutledge Bridge, approximately 1.75 km in Sydenham Village. All interested members of the public are invited and encouraged to attend.
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2014 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS Nominations for the 2014 Municipal elections open on Thursday January 2, 2014 at 8:30 am. Nominations will be taken for the following positions, Mayor, two (2) Councillors from each of Bedford, Loughborough, Portland, and Storrington Districts, as well as one (1) Trustee for the Limestone District School Board. For detailed filing instructions and formal notice see our website for details.
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Heritage News - Film is a major inspiration for Kingston writer Samuel Hawley. “When I write a book, I always write it like a movie. Maybe I’m a frustrated filmmaker,� laughs the author, who is known for criticallyacclaimed books like I Just Ran: Percy Williams, World’s Fastest Human and Speed Duel: The Inside Story of the Land Speed Record in the Sixties. “For me that’s kind of like the yardstick for writing a book – just make a good movie.� Indeed, Hawley’s latest book Photo/Mary Ann Wamboldt (and first novel), Bad Elephant Far Stream, was inspired by a film he saw when doing research for a nonfiction book he was intending to write. “I stumbled on this movie from 1903 called Electrocuting an Elephant,� Hawley explains. “It was filmed by Thomas Edison and it’s a DOWNTOWN - 252-256 PRINCESS STREET couple of minutes long. It’s an actual film of an elephant being electrocuted on Coney Island. It was a ‘bad elephant,’ that’s what they often called them back then when they turned bad or became dangerous.� INSTOCK & FLOOR MODELS The more Hawley researched circus culture around the turn of the last century, the more he realized that this was not just one isolated incident. “Many, many elephants were killed back in the 19th and early 20th centuries when they became Call us for Details dangerous or unmanageable. This elephant, Topsy, she was electrocut613.546.8885 ed. Other elephants were poisoned. One named Mary was hanged. One was loaded up with chains and they sank him in New York Harbour. So there was just a genocide of these elephants.� Place *Starters at 25% Place youyour ad in Hawley’s original idea was to ad in EMC write a non-fiction book about the the Classifieds Classifieds fate of these circus elephants in FLOOR MODEL CLEARANCE 1880 JOHN COUNTER BLVD. general, but upon reconsideration he thought it best to focus on only the elephant electrocuted in the Edison movie. Once he began writing he realized that the story would Call be much better told as a work of fiction. “I really wanted to make it a personal story. I’m trying to get inREDUCE side this elephant and tell this story REUSE from the elephant’s perspective. RECYCLE The restrictions of non-fiction just didn’t give me the flexibility to do RESELL! that. What was this elephant feel-
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and walk to common destinations that would have been easy to negotiate in the summer months. While mall walking is an option, fresh air and sunshine improves your mindset. Impediments to winter walking for seniors include snow and ice ridges on sidewalks and intersec-
tions. Many seniors are less surefooted and have balance problems as slight dips in pavement or surfaces can throw them off balance. In designing streets with seniors in mind, flat even surfaces, textures/ tones that denote changes in slope, and frequent benches for respite help promote an exercise regime. Walking is a form of active transportation and is an integral step in maintaining health. This winter please consider your neighbours who may be shut in due to snow and ice. Help them maintain an active lifestyle. Assist them where possible by offering a supporting arm as they cross roads and tricky sections of sidewalks or by shoveling or clearing their paths, driveways and sidewalks. Every bit helps build a sense of community. Author: Kristine Hebert is a community member of the Kingston Coalition for Active Transportation. She has a keen interest in pedestrian mobility issues and appreciates current improvements to the downtown. These thoughts are her own and not affiliated with any organization.
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Kingston, like other Ontario municipalities, is experiencing a significant demographic shift. It is expected that 37.6% of Kingston’s population will be over the age of 55 (an increase of 8.5%) within the next 25 years. According to Canadian census figures, persons aged 65 and older made up nearly 16.5% of the population in Kingston in 2011, compared to 14.6% for the Province of Ontario and 14.8% for Canada. What does this shift mean for the community? A vibrant community depends on the participation and contributions of everyone including its older members. Loss of mobility and restricted lifestyles threaten not only the physical and emotional health of the individual, who may feel a sense of loss and dependency, but also the quality of their interactions with the community. Older adults are a group vulnerable to illness and injury. Research has shown that it is important that
seniors continue to be active to maintain flexibility. A daily walk can help retain mobility, flexibility and maintain social interactions with neighbours and other members of the community. With winter approaching, many seniors are afraid to step outdoors
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Heritage Events – Last year, Gilda’s Club launched its first ever Glitz and Glamour Fashion Show in an effort to raise funds for their many programs. This year, the fashion show returns for another year and while raising money for programs is still a priority, so is moving into their new home. “The space we are moving to is a bit smaller than our current space but it suits our needs much better,” said Barb Revelle, acting Executive Director for Gilda’s in Kingston. “It has a variety of different spaces and it has some great space in the back for our common area. The only thing we have to do is build a kitchen eventually and wall in a few areas. The new space is accessible, it has free parking and it requires very little maintenance to keep us going. It’s perfect for our needs.” The new space is located at 55 Rideau Street and Revelle hopes that the location will be fully operational by December 2014. But first they need to raise some more money, and that’s where the fashion show comes in. “The show was awesome last year. We had a couple of raffle draws and the sit-down lunch, which was wonderful. This year we have moved it to the Portuguese Cultural Centre. The new space is allowing us to do things a bit differently. The event went so well that we didn’t want to change the overall flow, we just wanted to add to it. We will still be able to sit 260 people but we can also have vendors now and that will allow for some more revenue and some different attractions for people to see,” added Revelle. This year’s show takes place on Feb. 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Clothing is being provided by I-mode, Agent 99 and Stars Men’s Wear and Revelle hopes that some of the items will be on location for purchase as well. Models for the runway are volunteers, family, friends and even some who walked in the show last year. Revelle hopes that it can be a success once again and explained that funds will go directly
to helping the new clubhouse. “We need the money to get a program director on board to help us get the new club house up and running with effective programming in place,” explained Revelle. The funds will also help outfit the club’s various spaces, including Noogie Land, which is a trademarked space in each Gilda’s clubhouse for children. It is supplied with books, play stations, art stations and other little areas with games, toys and a variety of other things. “We will also have a teen room that will encourage writing and journaling, which are really essential to the process,” Revelle said. “These spaces are essential for children coming to Gilda’s. We let them kind of do what they want to do and hopefully it encourages them to talk to the other kids that are there and then they can relate to one another and help each other.” Tickets for the Fashion show are $40 each or $35 when a table of ten is purchased. This year, when groups purchase a table, they will also get the opportunity to win some prizes. “Groups will have the opportunity to decorate their table. It will be a Valentine’s theme because it is so close to the day and the best table will win great prizes for each person at that table. It is a great way to incorporate some fun and decorate the space a bit more,” said Revelle. Revelle urges those that wish to attend to purchase tickets soon as they have already sold 100 of the 260 tickets available. For tickets or for more information call Gilda’s at 613.507.3333.
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Verona Lions receive award for accessibility work done to hall By Craig Bakay Reporter
Gazette News — The Verona Lions Club has been chosen as the recipients of the first-ever, County of Frontenac, International Day of Persons with Disabilities Access Award,
announced at a recent luncheon at the County offices in Glenburnie. The Lions Club was chosen over four other nominees including Southern Frontenac Community Services, R.K.Y. Camp, New Leaf Link and the Land O’Lakes Tourist Association. The award came as a bit of a (pleasant) surprise to Past President Wayne Conway, who accepted the award with current President Gary Goodberry. “I guess this
is something new for the County,” Conway said. “We were encouraged to send in a nomination for the work we’ve done on the washrooms, the front door, the side door, the parking lot and the area around the Donna Clarke Pavilion to make it easier to get into. “But it really was an initiative that started four or five years ago.” Conway said the Lions began renovating their hall to upgrade kitchen facilities but as they went, they realized there was more they could do. “We did know the laws concerning access and such were going to change,” he said. “So, while we were doing things, we had an eye to
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Relationships with friends and family can be tough Mandy Marciniak Reporter
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Heritage Editorial - This year, I am happy and sad that the holiday season is over and done with. Don’t get me wrong, I had a great Christmas and I thoroughly enjoyed seeing friends and family while I was back in my hometown‌ well, most of them. I think as you get older relationships that you have with family members and even friends change significantly. Sometimes this is for the better and sometimes it is for the worse. In my case, I am slowly learning which relationships in my life are real and which ones are artificial. When I was younger I used to love spending time with my family. My mom has one sister and she and her husband have one daughter who is five years younger than me and we used to spend a lot of time together. I always enjoyed these times, but as I grew up I realized
that my aunt is not the nicest person. She treats my mother with very little respect and just isn’t pleasant to be around. For this reason, holidays are a little stressful. I struggle with how to deal with my aunt. Part of me wants to call her out on her mean comments, but another part of me knows that it isn’t worth the conflict. This is the balance that many adults must find, especially when it comes to family. The old saying goes ‘you can pick your friends but you can’t pick your relatives’ and for me, that finally makes sense. I’ve simply learned to coexist with my aunt at holiday gatherings. I am perfectly nice, but I am also aware of what that relationship truly is now – a formality. In terms of friendships, I’ve also realized that some relationships just aren’t worth maintaining. Friendship is a two way street and if the other person isn’t willing to meet you halfway then they are not a friend. My recent wedding helped me realize who my true friends are. If I did not want to invite someone or I felt like I had to but really didn’t want to, that was a pretty clear indication of my true feelings for that person.
I remember after high school, one of my best friends moved to Quebec for university. After a few years of randomly keeping in touch and me not doing such a great job of making time for her, she finally asked me if I wanted to continue the friendship or not. I was really caught off guard at the time, but then I realized it was a really honest way of approaching our relationship. She didn’t want to keep putting the effort into the relationship if I wasn’t interested in maintaining it. We are still friends now and have a great relationship, but I will always remember that as a turning point. It made me realize that I wasn’t ready to let her go from my life and I really value our friendship. While this question is sometimes hard to answer with certain friendships, there comes a point where everyone needs to ask whether or not that relationship is worth continuing. Just because you have been friends with someone for many years doesn’t mean that they are still a great friend. Relationships fall apart and if they are one-sided they need to end. Life is simply too short to spend with people you are dissatisfied with.
Why is the question why the most frustrating of all questions? Craig Bakay Reporter
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stuff fall up and why did disco exist? In the case of governments, both politicians and bureaucrats, the why of things usually involves some kind of motherhood statement about the environment, the good of the people or even motherhood itself. Good luck getting past that wall and even if you do, it usually ends up that those responsible just didn’t think things through. But even if you do get a plausible answer to why, chances are it won’t be the real reason, even if all parties agree to the plausible answer. This scenario seems to manifest itself in group settings, where someone will ask why, someone will come up with a motherhood statement, and everyone will sit around nodding. Often this happens in business meetings, and almost always just before some disastrous blunder is about to be made. It seems the human predilection towards specious arguments, ie something that is superficially plausible but is actually wrong, hasn’t been naturally selected out of the gene pool. When you think about it, a lot of ‘whys’ really don’t need to be answered. Why is often the default question asked when the questioner can’t think of anything intel-
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One flag to unite them all: Kingston mourns John R. Matheson, co-creator of our national flag Editorial - It is one thing to create a flag at a nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inception when patriotic fervour burns brightest, but getting what was at the best of times a divided nation to agree to a single national symbol almost a century after Confederation is quite another. But through his stalwart commitment and undeniable dynamism, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s precisely what Kingstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own John R. Matheson did. A soldier, a lawyer, a judge, and member of parliament, John R. Matheson will go down as one of the Canadian nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most loyal and outstanding servants. Matheson began his career in the service of Canada in 1936, when he went into training for the Canadian armed forces at the Royal Canadian Military College. He then went on to Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s University, where he graduated from in 1940 at the top of his class. Matheson nearly made the ultimate sacrifice for his country fighting with the First Field Regiment of the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery in Italy, when a severe head wound caused by exploding shrapnel left him a paraplegic and epileptic. But an indomitable spirit saw Matheson marry his nurse in 1945, have six children, enroll in law school at York University, and return to Brockville to create his own law firm with the help of partners Henderson & Hart. It is perhaps an understatement to say that 1961 - the year Matheson was first elected to parliament as the member from Leeds - was a time of tremendous social upheaval, and the Canadian national political scene was no different, as separatist forces across the province of Quebec were gaining momentum. Lester B. Person came to power with a plan to end the rivalry between the red ensign emblazoned with the union jack and the French tricolour, with a bold new flag design. After some initial flops which included the infamous blue-barred â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Pearson-Pennantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; printed cheaply in Japan, he asked Matheson to chair a 15-member committee to come up with a design in six weeks. In a gesture that can only be described as very â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Canadianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Matheson turned down the request, but agreed to work as a silent member. Pearson preferred the flag with blue bars at each side, representing as it did unification from â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;sea to seaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. But for Matheson, who was of Scottish descent and a keen student of national symbols colours, the science of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;heraldryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; would win the day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was basic heraldry. White and red is considered the most powerful combination in heraldry. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why the Canadian flag has the brightest red. And the starkest white. It had to be that way,â&#x20AC;? Matheson said in an 2013 interview. On Dec. 15, 1964 the flag was accepted by a Parliamentary vote of 163 to 78. For those looking for more information on the history of our flag, look no further than Mathesonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flag.â&#x20AC;? There is no greater authority on the subject of how our flag came to be, than that written by its chief architect.
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Kingston afternoon Shout Sister Choir welcomes all new members. We do not audition and learn music by ear. Our repertoire is fresh & fun. All levels of singers welcome. PracBath Legion at Millhaven events: Fri- tices Wednesday afternoon 1 - 3 p.m. day lunch special Jan. 10 11:30 a.m. Unitarian Place. 206 Concession St. ‘’Sno-Birds’’ Wednesday morning or - 5 p.m. Sunday breakfast Jan. 12 9 Kingston. www.shoutsisterchoir.ca. afternoon golf clinics for women and men 50+ yrs. who would like to ima.m. - 1 p.m. Wednesday breakfast Jan. 15 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. Everyone wel- Pork Roast Dinner Jan. 17, 5 - 7 p.m. prove distance/accuracy of the ball, St. Andrew’s By-The-Lake United as well as addressing injuries specifcome to all events. Church 1 Redden Street (Front & ic to golf . Fundraiser for Women’s Women Supporting Women - A sup- Days Roads, off of Lakeview Av- Shelters. For location & additional port group for women in current or enue) catered by Rent A Chef. Deli- info. call Dee at 613-389-6540. previous unhealthy relationships held cious roast pork, applesauce, roasted at K3C Community Counselling Cen- potatoes, glazed carrots, buns, bev- Seniors Association Board Memtre, 417 Bagot St. Kingston, Tues- erage, pie. Takeout available. Tick- ber Search - The Seniors Associadays from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Drop-in ets must be purchased in advance tion is seeking nominations for the style group, no registration required. by Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 6 p.m., on 2014 – 2016 term. The governing A confidential, nonjudgmental space Sunday mornings after worship from Board helps guide the organization to talk, connect and support each oth- the office weekdays between 9 a.m. - and represents members (must be er. Light refreshments will be served. noon, 613-389-8082, or through Jim a member of the Association prior to nomination). Packages available For additional information contact: and Carol, 613-634-8070. at The Seniors Centre or DianeL@ Dana 613-549-7850 x 3224 or SteDrum Circle. Hosted by Julian seniorskingston.ca (accepted until fanie x 3229. Gregory. Drop into the drum circle January 31, 2014). Visit the Kingston and Area Home at Ben’s Pub (105 Clergy Street) on Business Association monthly break- Sundays, 8-10pm. No experience Kingston Women’s Connection presfast meeting, at Keith’s Deli Satur- necessary. Free. This circle is open ents “Cozy Up for Winter” Tuesday, Jan. 11 at 8 a.m. to learn various to all. Ben’s Pub is family-friendly, day, Jan. 14 7:30 - 9 p.m. Gibson aspects of home business operation. all ages, and wheelchair accessible. Hall,990 Sydenham Rd,Kingston. MiMeet other business people in an in- Bring hand drums (African, Middle chael Tenenhouse from A-1 Clothing Eastern, Irish, etc.), shakers, flutes, displays hats and accessories to keep formal, friendly atmosphere. and other instruments. If you don’t you warm this winter. Soloist:Ruth Retired from Bell? We’re the Bell have any, we have extra. Come to Green. Speaker: Doris Hache from Pensioners’ Group (BPG), represent- play, or sit back and watch. Go to Ottawa shares”The Story Behind ing retirees from Bell and its affiliate www.juliangregory.ca for more in- the Hats.” Reserve with: Dorothy(613)546-4770, Connie( 613)548companies. Our mandate is to protect formation. 1625 or judycobham@sympatico.ca. your defined benefit pension and benefits. BPG will inform, advise, rep- Afternoon of Cards Saturday, Jan. 11 resent and support you. Visit www. 12:30 - 4 p.m. Come to The Seniors Attention women (16 and over) who bellpensionersgroup.ca and if you’re Centre to socialize with friends and love to sing! The Greater Kingston not already a member, click on the enjoy light refreshments (squares, Chorus of the Sweet Adelines inMembership tab or contact us at ot- coffee, and tea) while playing bridge vite you to come and try us out! We (make your own table of 4 in ad- sing four-part harmony, a Capella in tawa@bellpensionersgroup.ca. vance). Advance tickets only. 56 Barbershop style. Learning CDs are provided so you do not need to know Taoist Tai Chi™ Open Houses in Francis St: 613.548.7810. how to read music. Come and have Kingston West: Jan. 13 & 15, 10-11 Horticultural Society fun in a friendly atmosphere. Make a.m., Jan. 15, 6:30-8 p.m.; St. An- Kingston drew’s by the Lake Church Hall, 1 meets on Jan. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the lasting friends and beautiful music Redden St.. Drop in to see demon- Ongwanada Resource Centre, 191 with us. Rehearsal Tuesday evenings, strations and find out about introduc- Portsmouth Ave., Kingston. Fea- 6:30 pm at the Christian Fellowship tory and health recovery courses that tured speaker is Greg Mariotti pre- Church, 2647 Hwy 38, Kingston. Call begin the following week. Partici- senting Don’t Waste Your Waste. 613-389-9370 for more information.
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It is winter on Wolfe Island By Margaret Knott Correspondent
EMC news-The good news is that the w winter schedule for the Wolfe Island rink has been announced and the facility is also booked for quite a number of hockey events. The basic work for the roof planned to cover it is completed but the winter weather has slowed the process and it is unclear when it will happen. Registration for particular programs such as learn to skate, etc. began Jan. 3rd and sign up sheets for Hockey are available Fargo’s. During the Christmas holiday period the rink had a very active “free skating interspersed with
hockey” schedule. The island churches prepared well for Christmas with parishioners welcoming home family and friends to their services and events. Sacred Heart Church was filled throughout the joyous days. The village of Marysville was quiet as islanders hunkered down, happy to be home together again, reminiscing about the good days, the bad days and the sad days they experienced through the year. So many no longer with us this Christmas were remembered. The WIPP offered a place to go and Fargo’s was open throughout much of the holiday period as was the Landfill site with extra OPEN days. The ferry continues to oper-
ate from the village at this time. The bad news of course was the ice storm with its severe and fluctuating power outages, crashing trees, and broken branches all over the island with some areas without power and isolated much longer than others. Winds were relentless with heavy snow followed by rain followed by more snow mixed with rain. Trees that survived the ’98 Ice Storm did not make it this time. Their newer fragile branches cracking under the strain and crashing to the ground. Of course the community pulled together to help each other. Checking on one another. Visiting those alone. Ploughing and shovelling , generator swapping , sharing food
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and kitchens were all were part of the good neighbourliness islanders are accustomed to. And we survived. Thanks to Hydro who worked hard on our behalf. The bad news right now of course is the bitterly cold weather. More like the Manitoba weather my husband and I left behind when we moved to Toronto and later to the island. In Manitoba it was not uncommon to have temperatures dip from 15 to 35 plus degrees below zero during the winter, where wearing layer upon layer of clothing is common (and required for that matter) and looking ridiculous doesn’t matter as long as you keep warm. Every car has a block heater or a Light bulb hanging over the engine providing for the most part the little extra smidge of heat required to make the engine turn over that magical once and keep going. I’ve been told that reminiscing is a sign of age. But as I see it reminiscing offers an invitation to story tell. So let me tell you this winter reminds me of those wonderful years in Manitoba and surprisingly of our first Christmas on Wolfe Island . It was December 1989 and was also bitterly cold then as it is now. McConnell Bay had frozen quickly without snow, rain instead a few days before the temperature dropped, leaving a clear sheet of glass-like-ice thick and deep for us to see out our front window. It was so incredibly beautiful glistening in the sunlight and I was
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eager to see it up close. Three of our four children, their spouses and Celina our 15 month old grandchild arrived all curious to discover this place Wolfe Island. So for our first island Christmas we numbered nine. Part of our time together included running out of furnace oil and waking up to a very cold house. But we were lucky. An open fireplace provided some warmth along with candles burning until the Oil Man saved the day and all was well. And its about the “all was well” that I remember. During that first island Christmas we ventured out, onto the sparkling crystal clear ice in the bay, with Celina in a sleigh. As I looked down and through the ice I saw all manor of small fish suspended in the water. It was a magical moment for me and for the family too I suspect, one of many hundreds of magical moments that have been ours since coming to Wolfe Island, a place we chose to become part of. So to All, Best Wishes for a Wonderful 2014 filled with magical moments, good health and happiness. Around Town: Take Note of Walking, Exercise Programs; Lifelabs Clinic’s 1st & 3rd Fridays;WI Rink Schedule; Paramedic & Foot Care Clinics, all listed at wolfeisland.com. Euchre Thursday’s 7pm, St. Margaret’s Hall; Frontenac Island Council meeting Mon. Feb. 13th (Wolfe Island) 6:30 pm
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meet in the room at the back. Smittys tion, please contact Anne Garrett at is located beside Chapters on Princess 613-548-3580. Street. Do you enjoy a good song and a viFunFit Aerobics classes every Tues- brant choir to sing with? The Frontenac day and Thursday 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Women’s Chorus welcomes new memat Edith Rankin United Church. For bers. Neither an audition nor an ability more info: funfit4you@cogeco.ca or to read music is required, only your love of music! For more information about call Janice at 613-384-3181. our choir and practices please contact Navigating the Health Care System- Connie Shibley 613-374-3164. Wednesday, Jan. 15, 10 to 11 a.m. Learn how to access the help you Foot Care Wednesday - Friday. On-site need and understand your rights and assessment, treatment, advice, and eduresponsibilities as you work with your cation services provided by experienced health care team. Be a well-informed and qualified foot care nurses. The Separticipant as you utilize the updated niors Centre, 56 Francis St. 613-548Council on Aging Guide. The Seniors 7810. Centre, 56 Francis St: 613.548.7810. RCL Branch 560 - Friday night karaBaha’i Faith Devotional Gathering oke Jan. 10 hosted by R & R Karaoke “New Beginnings” The Baha’i Com- from 8 p.m. - midnight in the lounge. munity of Kingston welcomes ev- “Open Mic With Chuck” Jan. 11 8 p.m. eryone to share thoughts & prayers - midnight in the lounge.Musicians, for the year ahead. Saturday, Jan. 11 vocalists and all are welcome. at 2:30 p.m. at 99 York St. Further info:bahais@kingston.net. 613-6340767.
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Kingston Heritage – The search is on for a new public transit terminal in downtown Kingston in the same year that bus fares are rising. City officials say the current bus transfer location - occupying the north side of Brock Street and the west side of Bagot Street - no longer meets the operational needs of Kingston Transit. The existing transit hub is problematic for a number of reasons, including: -it’s often at capacity for the number of buses, -the transfer points are separated along two streets making connections difficult, -passenger amenities such as shelters and benches are limited, -bus parking and maneuvering often conflicts with the high volume of vehicle and pedestrian activity around nearby Hotel Dieu Hospital. “A new or upgraded transfer point is required to address a number of deficiencies with the current facility, primarily related to issues of safety, capacity, operational efficiency and accessibility,” according to a recent report to council by Sheila Kidd, the city’s director of transportation services. The service deficiencies will be further compounded when the next phase of express bus service launches in May 2015, according to Kidd’s report.
Officials will spend the first few months of 2014 conducting a number of feasibility, technical and design studies to try and identify a new transit terminal location in the downtown core, noting that “a location on the south side of Princess Street would best serve existing and future transit riders.” One area of the downtown that’s already been ruled out is the North Block District. Initially considered a prime location for a transit hub, the concept was later abandoned by city council in its ongoing plan to redevelop the under-used North Block lands. The upcoming study phase will involve public consultation. “This process will include the identification of options, completion of preliminary feasibility studies, development of designs and consultation with stakeholders and members of the public,” said Kidd. The cost of constructing a new downtown bus terminal in 2015 is estimated at $4 million. The city has already invested millions of dollars to upgrade Kingston Transit service by expanding the bus fleet and shelters, hiring more drivers and launching an express route between the west end and the downtown. Plans call for two more express routes serving passengers around central Kingston and the east end in mid-2015. Meanwhile, bus cash fares are set to rise in the New Year. Starting January 1, the adult cash fare increases from $2.50 to $2.75,
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“I am at my most serious when I am joking,” said Dudley (Cary Grant), an angel, in the 1947 Christmas movie The Bishop’s Wife. I’ve always believed that some of the greatest truths come from comedy. For example, George Carlin’s famous rant about golf and homelessness or Robin Williams’ exploration of life and death from the eyes of a dead tiger in the play Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo. The tiger notes that since he’s able to communicate to us after death,
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it’s become difficult for him to maintain an atheist’s stance. Deborah Kimmett knows humor. She’s performed in one-woman shows for three decades. She’s a regular at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival and has appeared regularly on CBC’s The Debaters. She’s written three books. Her 1984 play Miracle Mother was nominated for the Governor General’s Award. She’s written more than 50 television episodes and a feature movie about female prison guards, and she hosts creative writing retreats and online writing boot camps. Her interest in writing dates back to her childhood in Napanee. “I liked writing plays and sketches when I was young and in my teens,” she said. By 1980, she’d become involved with Second City. She spent 20 years acting, directing and teaching at the Mecca of improv. Her work focused on improv as well as writing for the stage and TV. She said she learned the power of “yes” at Second City. The basic process of improv works well in other creative endeavors and in life itself. “Say ‘yes’ and everything moves forward,” she said. “Yes pushes you forward to the life you want to have.” She explained that breaking out of sketch comedy to write a full length play was a scary process. That’s where the wisdom and encouragement of a mentor came in handy. Now Deborah’s the mentor. She offers coaching to writers and those who would like to become writers. Her upcoming Seven Minute Writer Boot Camp will help get that story or play onto the written page. The online program starts on Jan. 12 and includes weekly teleseminar classes, question and answer calls, audio and video pep talks, a virtual classroom where you can post your writing privately and receive coaching online, a one-on-one 30-minute coaching call mid-session, 15 downloadable lessons and a public forum to connect with other writers.
“It’s all about moving the story forward and trusting the intuitive mind,” she said. “Most people have a dream of writing. We look at how to use the process to get past your doubts and build confidence.” She said the first thing she hears in many workshops and retreats is, “When am I going to get published?” “That’s like going tobogganing and then expecting to compete in luge at the next Olympics,” she said. “I want creative writers to know that the practice of writing is its own reward. Like singing or dancing, you don’t have to be a professional in order for it to be validated.” She deals with barriers to writing. Some people focus on the wrong things. In one of her sessions someone wanted to know how to decorate her office in order to be a writer. “One lady spent $50,000 on her writing space, including a skylight,” said Deborah. “This is not uncommon.” A roadblock she sees is that people keep wait-
ing to write. They wait for the kids to be grown. They wait to be retired. “It’s not about waiting for the right amount of time,” she said. “I also teach that it’s not about being valuable if you get published; it’s valuable because of the act of creating in the same way that photography and sculpting are. “She explains that when a person opens up to creativity there is a ripple effect. We see the world differently. “I tell people to see the world through immigrant eyes,” she said. “If you just got here, how would you see things.” Deborah said she tries to encourage every writer to form a unique point of view. “You have to sit down and listen to your inner point of view,” she said. “I tell people to devote seven minutes in the day to writing. If they can’t leave seven minutes for that today, how do they expect to turn things on when they retire? Take Continued on page 16
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the seven minutes today. Own it. It’s your story. That’s the premise of boot camp.” She said people shouldn’t try too hard. It’s an opening process, not a forced one. There’s a sense of the sacred surrounding the creation of writing. “It’s your story and it shouldn’t be shown to people who are going to put their ideas on it when you’re not strong enough to ignore them. You have to be very careful who you show it to. You need a place where you can keep [your writing] sacred and not have other people’s opinions. That protection is important.” She noted that writers receive a lot of general feedback that isn’t useful to the creative process. She compared it to some
of the dangers inherent in participating in a playwright’s unit. Others can turn your work into a reflection of their style, rather than honoring your own process. “In boot camp, I hold that space for five weeks and we navigate the creative process. You decide when you let your work be seen and who gets to see it. I’m very protective of the person’s process. It’s the asking of questions, not offering prescriptions that’s needed.” She said the other thing she finds in her writing retreats and boot camps is that people try to spend more time talking about writing than actually writing. “People come and talk about other retreats or other writers,” she said. “But they’re there to write, not talk about writing. If you want a cathartic experience,
go see someone else’s play. The point to writing is for the audience or reader to experience catharsis. The writer’s job is to write.” And with many years of teaching experience, she’s seen how doubt can overtake the creative process. Deborah is good at identifying traps and getting people beyond the doubt barrier. “Sometimes they’ll keep themselves too busy,” she said. “They’ll just be getting into something good, at the edge of their comfort zone, and all of a sudden they decide to take a trip or they’ll run around like a chicken with its head cut off away from the creative process. You can scare yourself.” That’s one of the reasons Deborah starts with seven minutes and short bursts.
“You have to exercise the muscle and work up to it,” she said. “You can’t just sit down and write a book this year. It’s not that simple. At the gym you start with five-pound weights. It’s the same with writing.” She sounds like someone who is serious about writing, and she is. That brings us back to Dudley the angel, who noted he’s at his most serious when joking. Deborah said that during the writing and coaching process, there’s lots of laughter. “A lot of what we do is really funny,” she said. “We laugh our heads off about how doubt gets in the way. In my 30 years experience, there’s nothing I haven’t seen as a director or writer. By the end of boot camp, people have a lot of resources to go to the next level.”
She explained that 20 years ago when she was trying to break out of comedy and become a playwright, having a mentor helped immensely. “She made me commit to capturing the ideas I had rolling around in my head and put them on paper,” she said. “I had a mentor who made sure I sat down daily and wrote. She made me commit to my idea and work with it on a regular basis.” In other words, someone has to help birth the baby. Now, with years of experience, Deborah is mentoring others and helping to give life to their creative ideas. For more information about Deborah Kimmett or to sign up for her writing boot camp, visit www.kimmett.ca.
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MANAGER OF DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING & CARDIO-PULMONARY SERVICES Reporting to the Vice President of Clinical Services, the Manager of Diagnostic Imaging & Cardio-Pulmonary Services is accountable for overall efficient and effective departmental planning, direction, control, coordination and evaluation. The incumbent will provide key influence in the development of departmental goals and objectives. S/he will plan, implement, manage and monitor all aspects of departmental financial, human, equipment, information system (PACS and Meditech RIS) and plant resources across two sites. S/he will maximize efficiency, effectiveness, quality and safety of operations across 5 imaging modalities performing approx. 50,000 exams annually and a range of cardiopulmonary services, including associated clerical support functions. S/he will effectively represent Diagnostic Imaging or management internally, as well as serve as a Hospital representative externally, creating and maintaining positive interdepartmental and interorganizational relationships that serve to enhance operations and patient care.
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QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/MUST HAVE: This position requires an individual who is currently registered with the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario and has at least five (5) years experience performing a variety of medical imaging procedures in one or more modalities. Ideally you will have at least one (1) year of experience as a Supervisor in a hospital-based Diagnostic Imaging department and may also possess formal Management training and/or a degree in Medical Imaging. Proven leadership, strong interpersonal and communication skills will be necessary for success in this role. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills will also assist you in the ability to perform this role with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated knowledge of PACS and RIS system infrastucture and experience with system maintenance.
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Election races already starting to heat up in Frontenac County By Craig Bakay Reporter
Gazette News — Although the election isn’t until Monday, Oct. 27, now that it’s 2014, you can file your nomination papers if you’d like to be a member of a local Township Council. And make no mistake about it, a lot of people are considering that right now, especially those considering one of the local mayoralty jobs. And there will be plenty of seats open at council tables this time around. For example, in South Frontenac, the mayor’s job is wide open now that incumbent Gary Davison has announced two terms will be enough
for him. So far, two legitimate contenders, both councilors, have announced their intention to seek the top job in South Frontenac. Ron Vandewal and Al McPhail have both expressed their intention to run. The implications of this are twofold. First, it obviously means that there will two council positions open for Loughborough District (if you run for mayor, you can’t run for councilor as well). Out of the gate, the race seems pretty even. Both stated candidates are experienced councilors with plenty of time on various committees and little obvious political baggage. However, it is also likely that other candidates will begin to emerge, possibly thinking that the vote will be split in Loughborough
thereby making the three other districts (Bedford, Portland and Storrington) the battleground. A strong candidate from one of these districts might have a leg up in such a scenario. Then again, it’s just as likely another candidate from Loughborough might emerge using the same logic, say, someone like Fran Willis who has council experience and has thrown her hat in the ring before. As for council itself, the two Loughborough slots will definitely be filled by new people. In Bedford, incumbent Del Stowe has announced he won’t be running again and Pat Barr has said she will be a candidate. In Portland, incumbent Bill Robinson has announced his intention to hang ’em up but John McDougall has been somewhat elusive so
far when it comes to his intentions. The best guest at this point is that he will run. In Storrington, neither incumbent has said much about their intentions but Cam Naish is almost certain to run again and Larry York isn’t talking like someone who’s about to step down. In Central Frontenac, the biggest question is if Coun. Frances Smith will be going after the mayor’s job. Smith, the perennial top vote getter in Oso District has been making overtures in that direction and there are many who say the job would be hers for the taking. But incumbent Janet Gutowski is a seasoned politician who likes being mayor. Take this to the bank, she’ll run again and make a race of it. But she’ll need a strong issue to defeat Smith on. As for Council, Olden’s Norm
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728 COLLINS BAY ROAD • $219,900
Eye-catching 3 bedroom bungalow on spacious lot. Extensive landscaping with a large circular driveway. Abundance of upgrades – newer windows 2011, oak kitchen, hardwood and laminate throughout, freshly painted, new bathrooms, siding on shed, central air conditioning, newly built deck, unfinished basement awaiting your finishing touches. MLS
1199 PIXLEY PLACE • $271,900
Move right in! Inviting, bright and spacious, this terrific family home sits on a fantastic corner lot and features 3 bedrooms, tasteful decor, an open concept main level, bonus main level office space and a finished lower level recreation room. Upgrades include built-in gas fireplace, stone exterior, gas range hookup and a rear deck ideal for enjoying the outdoors. Conveniently located close to all amenities, this home will impress even the most discerning buyer. Call today for your personal tour. MLS
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1308 ANDERSON DRIVE • $357,000
19 FOREST DRIVE • $589,500
Desirable home in Milton subdivision! Quiet, spacious treed lot with access to St. Lawrence and waterfront park. This custom 4,500 sq ft home features a fully finished walk out basement, beautiful wrap around deck, large living spaces, oversized double garage, underground sprinkler system and much more. Call for a complete list of details. MLS
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Michael MacHale
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Sales Representative, Licensed Assistant to Krishan Nathan
Ryan Hanes
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110 Kidd dr.
Well maintained, bright elevated bungalow.3 bedrooms on the main level plus 1 downstairs. large rec room with gas fireplace. High ceilings and large windows in the basement give you that `above ground` feel. Relax in the hot tub or entertain on the large updated deck. Enjoy the fully fenced and landscaped back yard. Shed in yard for lawnmower storage etc. Double car garage and plenty of parking in double drive. Located in family friendly neighborhood. MLS#13609677. Asking price of $279,900. Directions: Speers Blvd to Kidd Dr
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Only 4 years old & meticulously well kept open concept bungalow in Westbrook, ready to move into. Featuring custom kitchen w/island eating bar, stainless steel appliances, gorgeous backsplash, patio door to 14x19 deck, private fenced yard w/accent lighting, large lvrm w/quality laminate flooring, mn flr laundry, 3 beds up, master has walk in closet & custom 3pc ensuite. The basement is almost fully finished & very cool wi/high ceilings & barn board accents, lg games room + a tv rec rm, 4th bedrm, 3pc rough in bath & storage rm. Other features are upgraded trim package, extra transom windows, custom led lighting throughout, HRV,c/air, double car garage w/nside entry & gdo, paved drive. MLS#13609100. Asking price of $334,900. Directions: Princess to Westbrook Rd to Ottawa or Creekford Rd to Westbrook to Ottawa
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Magnificent 2+2 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Lydenwood subdivision. This home features hardwood and ceramic throughout, upgraded trim package, cathedral ceilings, hrv and pot lights, open concept main floor, designer kitchen, large master ensuite with jacuzzi, massive rec room, stamped concrete patio, covered deck, inside entry from garage. This home is a must see! MLS
649 Justus Drive, Kingston, ON K7M 4H5 • 613-389-2111
256 VICTORIA STREET • $699,900
This all stone, 3 bedroom home boasts 100 acres just 10 minutes north of the 401. Spacious living room, separate dining room, large deck which overlooks your property. Newer windows & furnace. This property has plenty to offer! MLS
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Stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in desirable Westbrook Meadows. This 1600 sq ft bungalow features an abundance of upgrades. Gorgeous hardwood throughout, spacious gourmet kitchen, great room with custom wall mounted gas fireplace, loads of pot lights, 9’ ceilings, master bathroom offers spa like ensuite with radiant in floor heating, large walk in closet, main floor laundry, covered back deck, Hatley garage doors. This home has it all! MLS. • Standard features include: 9 ft ceilings, board & batten & many more! garage. only 3yrs new, hurry before it’s gone! MLS PR
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• Slab on grade bungalow with double car garage • Open concept living/kitchen area • Back yard is fully fenced with cementAVENUE patio • $394,900 1164 CROSSFIELD 142 GILDERSLEEVE BLVD Exceptional 2 storey , 3 +1 bedroom on premium lot in popular MODEL HOME • Close to all amenities Lyndenwood subdivision. Open concept main floor w/hardwood • Many models to choose from or custom built to suit your tastes + ceramic, gas fireplace. 2nd floor laundry, master w/large ensuite • 2 storey and bungalows incl. jacuzzi MLS®tub, separate shower. Additional amenities incl. fully • 1,000 – 2,000 sq ft floor plans finished basement, hot water on demand, c/a and double car EW
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Matt Mundell
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$419,900
Set in picturesque Valley View Estates sits this stunning 1700+ square foot 3 bdrm bungalow, the Willow, by RJM Classic Homes. Bright open concept main floor plan boasts 9’ ceilings and a stunning vaulted ceiling in the great room with gas fireplace, custom mantle, mnflr laundry, formal dining room with large windows overlooking the valley. Large master bdrm, includes walk in closet, and gorgeous ensuite. Quality upgrades to include, hickory hardwood floors in kitchen and great room, interlock walkway to front entry, beautiful Oak columns, and more! MLS®13606963.
92 WINDFIELD CRES $359,000 Beautiful 4 level side split in Grenadier Village, substantially renovated and in terrific condition top to bottom. Updates include: 2013 – 35 year architectural shingles, kitchen, high efficiency furnace, kitchen with granite counters, patio door, pool shed, front porch, garage door, hardwood floors, pot lights, railings, interior doors and trim. All windows were replaced in 2012. Home also features finished basement and large inground pool.
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Begin the new year in a new home After flatlining during the economic downturn that began around 2008, housing markets in many regions of the United States and Canada have shown signs of recovery. Those in the market to buy and sell may find this year presents an ideal opportunity to do just that. According to the real estate listing Web site Zillow, home values rose 5.1 percent across the United States between February 2012 and February 2013. The latest forecasts from Canada Mortage and Housing Corporation indicate a strong housing demand into 2014, at which time a strengthened economy will energize both resale and new housing markets. Buyers will need to be prepared to purchase inventory right away, while sellers will need to price their homes right for the best chance of sale. The following are some guidelines. Buyers
Having a plan is essential when buying a home, as such a purchase is not something buyers should take lightly. Establishing a budget is the first step. This means taking inventory of savings, expenses and borrowing power. It is adviseable to sit down with a lender and do a run-through of what you can afford. By providing key financial information, including earning statements, existing debt and credit history, buyers can quickly learn how much they’re qualified to borrow and how much they are comfortable borrowing. This helps buyers zero in on homes in their price range. Being preapproved for a mortgage is advantageous when it comes time to make offers on properties. It shows sellers that buyers are serious and that they have been vetted by the bank.
Many buyers conduct a lot of research online prior to stepping into a home. This research lasts an average of six to eight weeks, according to the National Association of Realtors. Homework includes investigating neighborhoods and school systems, comparing the going rates of homes in the area, as well as figuring out which features are desired in a home. It also is important to hire a buyer’s agent. Such professionals send buyers listings that fit their home-search parameters, which saves buyers a lot of time and effort. Some agents preview homes for their buyers, even going so far as to identify overpriced listings that can be avoided or finding sellers who are willing to negotiate. A buyer’s agent works for the buyer, meaning there will be no conflict of interest. Agents assist buyers in the negotiating process, using their knowledge of the real estate market to help buyers make realistic offers that are likely to be accepted while providing a wealth of information about housing trends, area services and home improvement vendors. When sellers accept buyers’ offers, buyers must then arrange home inspections. An inspection is oftentimes included as a contract contingency, and buyers have a right to cancel contracts if inspections find that a home is unsatisfactory structurally. Sellers
Sellers competing for business in a thriving housing market also have to do their share of work. It is unlikely sellers will be able to list their homes for sale one day and have dozens of offers the next. Today’s buyers are much more conservative, and homes will have to be presented in the best light and listed at reasonable
prices. Sellers can start the process of selling their homes by researching recently sold homes in their neighborhoods, paying particular attention to final sales prices. This information may be available through tax records, and some real estate sites publish the data online. Sellers can then compare this information to what they still owe on their mortgages if their homes are not paid off, and this should give sellers an idea of their potential profits. Sellers also can benefit from working
with real estate agents, as it can be quite difficult and stressful for homeowners to sell their homes on their own. Agents have access to multiple listing databases and industry contacts, information that is quite valuable when selling a home. Agent will do their own assessments of a home to help sellers price the home accordingly based on market conditions. In addition, real estate agents can inform sellers about which, if any, repairs or changes may need to be made to make a home more attractive to pro-
spective buyers. Real estate agents also help sellers through the negotiating process, finding a balance between what the buyer wants to pay and how much the seller wants for the home. Housing markets are once again looking up. As the new year arrives, many people may find now is the time find their next homes. Understanding the process and getting guidance from real estate professionals makes the process of buying and selling a home that much easier.
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legal duplex, each with two bedrooms, features large yard 185` deep, two car detached garage, ample parking, spacious, hardwood floors, ceramic floors, directly across from garrigan park, close to Queen`s University, St. lawrence College and Portsmouth Olympic Harbour. Tenants pay hydro. Call listing agents for rental income. MlS®13606899.
Cape Cod on the river, 3 bdrms, 4 baths, 2.5 car garage, custom built and continuously updated and maintained, hardwood floors, main floor laundry, quaint village with all amenities, 20 min to Kingston 12 min to Napanee. Fully finished on all levels. MlS®13607701.
Custom built bungalow with water views and backing onto green space, featuring full upgrades, porcelain oversized contemporary tile, maple hardwood floors, spa ensuite with tile shower and glass doors, soaker tub, gorgeous cream maple kitchen with separate eating area walking out to covered 9’ x 21’ deck, 2 car attached garage with carriage doors, fabulous trim package, contemporary bling lights, MlS® 13607129.
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The Beechwood model to be built by Amberlane Homes features 3 bdrms, 2.5 Baths, 1 car or 2 car (optional) garage, main floor laundry, covered front porch, main floor family room as well as formal living, master with ensuite and walk-in closets. All Amberlane Homes include stone fronts, 2 paint colours, upgraded 4 inch baseboards + 2 3/4 casing for trim package. 35 year shake style shingles, basement with bathroom rough in, r20 insulation + electrical. Fully sodded lots, paved drives. MlS®13605323
$328,000
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To be built...3 bdrms, 1.5 baths with optional master ensuite and walk in closet. Main floor boasts large eat-in kitchen with a living and dining open concept, covered front porch and a single attached garage. All Amberlane homes include stone fronts, large address block, 2 paint colours, basement with bathroom rough in. MlS®13605335
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Presently being built choice of finishes still available...3 bdrms, 2 full baths including ensuite & walk-in closet for master bdrm. Optional 2 bdrm model & separate dining room. The spacious main floor boasts open concept kitchen, eating area & living room. Front covered porch & 2 car attached garage. All Amberlane homes include stone fronts, large address block, 2 paint colours, basement with bathroom rough in. MlS®13605320.
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THE 1329 SUNNYSIDE rD, KINGSTON MLS® 13609181 $324,500
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Michael Nicole Hartzman Clarke
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Cory Spence
Well built south ward 2000 sq.Ft. 4 Bedroom home across from Sales Representative Sales Representative the high school. This home has cell : (613) 888-4457 cell : (613) 561-5530 a study on the main floor that nclarke@royallepage.ca cspence@royallepage.ca could be a 5th bedroom. Beautiful decoration, 2 fireplaces, some new windows, 2 new doors, updated kitchen. Beautiful lot with mature trees. High efficient gas heat and central air. Reshingled in 2007. A perfect family home in a great area. MLS®13609631. $294,900
LoT 8 ACADEMy ST BATH
Another custom built home by Collinson Custom Building. The loyalist is a 1500 sq.Ft. Home that boasts 3 bedrooms for your family and 2 1/2 car garage for your toys. Other features include main floor laundry, deck and walk out off your master, hardwood and ceramic floors, central air and affordable high efficiency gas heat. (Prices and materials may vary). Picture not exactly as shown. MLS®13607033. $379,900
65 BLuE HEron, HowE ISLAnD
Fabulous sunsets, wildlife and all in the famous Thousand Islands.On the inside find Cathedral ceilings, updated kitchen and baths, beautiful decor and more. Please visit www.mikehartzman.com for extensive virtual tour. MLS®13605200. $274,900
53 ABBEy DAwn DrIvE, BATH
This 1763 sq.ft. open concept bungalow is a 3 minute walk to the 640 Cataraqui Woods Drive, lake and backs onto Loyalist Golf Course (membership included). Suite 7 Includes 9` and cathedral ceilings, ceramic and hardwood floors, L S upgraded kitchen, 5 piece ensuite. Private deck and a beautiful view. All appliances are included. MLS® 13609441 $359,900 MULTIPLE LISTING SALE
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One of the best views at Loyalist Golf Club community. This adult lifestyle bungalow sits behind the 16th t-box overlooking a beautiful pond. On the inside find updated Participating furnace and air conditioning, newer windows, member of D.N.D. Relocation Service gas fireplace, finished basement. Outside find huge deck, awnings and updated shingles. MLS®13606608. $289,900
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Real estate investing for beginners edge of how the leasing process works, forcing them to rely on a real estate firm to write up leases and ensure all leases stay current. This, too, can cut into an investor’s profits. Investors who don’t bring any relevant expertise to the table can still make a profit from their real estate investments, but those profits likely won’t be as significant when outside companies must be hired to ensure the property is in good shape and all necessary documents are in order and up-to-date.
Size
First-time real estate investors might be wise to choose a smaller property for their initial investment. Larger properties can be overwhelming to manage, and investors often rely on property management firms to tend to these properties. Such firms charge more to manage bigger properties, which can eat into investors’ finances. Veteran investors can handle such overhead costs, but first-timers might find themselves caught off guard upon realizing the gravity of their financial commitment. A good rule of thumb for first-time investors is to stick to smaller properties, only moving on to larger buildings once they are fully comfortable with all that comes with investing in real estate.
Time
Real estate is often a time-consuming investment. Tenants pay good money to live in attractive rental properties, and those tenants will have a host of needs that must be met. Investors must be sure they have the time to address their tenants’ concerns, especially investors with no plans to hire property management firms. Potential investors who already have full plates at work and at home may not be able to devote the time necessary to make the most of their real estate investments, and therefore might be better off finding another way to invest their money. Time also must be considered when considering profits. Real estate is not the type of investment that turns a profit overnight. Even investors who are looking to invest in an up-and-coming neighborhood must be prepared to hold onto their properties for at least a few years, if not much longer, to maximize their investments. Though real estate is a sound investment, it is not a get rich quick type of investment, so investors looking to make a quick buck should consider alternatives before buying investment properties.
Real estate investors typically have tenants, and those tenants inevitably have needs. Investors who have experience as contractors may not find it difficult to renovate a property and make it more attractive to tenants, nor are they likely to be inconvenienced when minor issues on the property need to be addressed. Investors with no such experience will need to hire contractors to do the work for them, cutting into potential profits down the road. In addition, investors who don’t have the ability and/or the time to address minor issues like a clogged drain or a drafty window on their own will need to hire a property management firm to tend to such needs. Such firms are effective, but also expensive, further cutting into your profits. Even those investors with contracting experience may have little or no knowl-
Costs
The cost of a real estate investment goes beyond the purchase price of the home. In addition to the mortgage on the property, investors must pay the taxes and insurance on the property, as well as any costs associated with maintaining and managing the property. Certain tax breaks are available to real estate investors depending on where they live. For example, in the United States, taxes on the profits when a property is sold may be deferred if those profits are immediately rolled into another property (such a deferment is only available to those investors who arrange this exchange prior to selling the initial property). Potential investors need to consider all of these costs, and might want to hire a real estate lawyer to help them make the most of their investments and any profits they yield. But even hiring an attorney is an additional cost investors must consider before investing. R0012499058
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Mimi Antoine, Broker of Record (613) 279-2657 Christopher Jones, Sale Representative (343) 363-6328
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On the heels of a recession that saw home values drop, many would-be investors have shied away from buying investment properties. But real estate has historically remained a sound investment, boasting a long-term appreciation rate that makes it a worthwhile investment for those who can withstand temporary setbacks in housing prices and hold on to their properties over the long haul. But investors are often nervous as they look for their first properties. Uncertainty about housing prices aside, investing in real estate also is risky, and first-time investors need to be comfortable with such risk in order to make the most of their investments. The following are a few things potential real estate investors should consider as they decide if investing in real estate is right for them.
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Many questions arise during the home-buying process. Buyers looking at homes that require a good deal of TLC may wonder who is responsible for the home’s repairs, particularly if such repairs are needed to secure a certificate of occupancy. Depending on the situation, there is no clear-cut answer. There is no perfect home, and things that are acceptable to the current owner may not be acceptable to the buyer who is looking to become the next owner. The home-buying process is typically a careful cooperation between buyer and seller to find a middle ground. The buyer may have to make some concessions, as will the seller. Ultimately, it is this cooperation that often determines if the sale goes through or is terminated. Before any negotiations can begin regarding repairs, it is adviseable for a buyer to have an independent inspector come out and look over the home and property. Most real estate agents will suggest this be done as a first priority -- even before a contract is entered on the home. An inspection will unveil any potential problems in a home and indicate things that the buyer may not be aware of, including items that do not meet with code or could be unsafe. An inspector also may point out problems that could cause a mortgage lender to give pause. This may mean the lender will deem problems unsafe and refuse to fund the mortgage until repairs are made. A copy of this inspection report should be sent to the home seller to review with his or her attorney and real estate agent. The buyer working with his own real estate attorney and agent can petition for certain repairs to be made. Many sellers will make such repairs to ensure the purchase goes through, or they will accept a lower purchase price to compensate for the needed repairs, which the buyer will then make. Buyers might want to hire a good real estate attorney to write clauses into the contract to protect their interests. This allows the buyer to forfeit the sale and walk away from the contract should an issue arise. The rules often change when buying a home that is a short sale or in foreclosure. A home that is in distress is typically in this situation because the current owners cannot afford to pay their mortgage, and thusly, are not able to afford repairs. According to Think Glink, a money-management Web site, buyers may try to negotiate repairs with the seller, but they shouldn’t assume that sellers (or lenders in the event of a bank-owned home) are responsible for the repairs. Generally speaking, most short sales and foreclosures are sold “as is” and may even specify that repairs and requirements for the certificate of occupancy are the buyer’s responsibility. A buyer also can ask to have the home price reduced to cover the repairs. But foreclosures are often already deeply discounted. Buyers should know that, for a home that is not in foreclosure, there are some repairs that should ultimately be the responsibility of the seller. If these repairs are not made, a buyer should think strongly about walking away from the deal, according to Why6Percent.com, a real estate mar-
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Men and women who have tried to catch a buyer’s eye. * Make the home accessible through sell a home are likely familiar with the * Get an “edge” on other sellers. Edg- the front door. Many homeowners phrase “curb appeal.” Curb appeal is ing is another easy and effective way to enter their home through a side door similar to getting ready for a big date, improve curb appeal. Edge driveways, or through their garage. If you fall only you’re not dressing yourself up to sidewalks and other walkways around into this category, keep in mind that make a strong first impression. Instead, the property, removing or trimming any- prospective buyers will be entering improving curb appeal involves dress- thing that is hanging over the driveway through the front door, so make this ing your home up in the hopes it makes or walkways. If the boundary between area accessible. Clear any clutter, a strong first impression on prospec- your driveway and lawn is not distinct, such as overgrown hedges, away from tive buyers, many of whom will have consider installing edging materials the front door, and consider upgrada strong opinion about the property be- such as stone or bricks. The edging can ing the door handle to a more modfore they even get out of their cars to be level with the driveway or elevated, ern feature. In addition, make sure the have a look around. but keep in mind that elevated driveway lock on the front door doesn’t stick, ASunday home with strong the realtor and buyers to imSundayforcing 12:30-12:45 2-4curb appeal can edging can protect the lawn, preventing entice buyers who are likelyDrive to believe kids from riding their bicycles 646 onto the Braeside mediately struggle before entering the 19 Riverside that a home with a well-maintained lawn or cars from driving onto it. Add- home. You want buyers and their real Pierre Broker Hilary McKenna, exterior is likely to have Broker an equally ing edging is not a very difficult do-it-Nadeau, estate agents to get in and out of the impressive interior.Realty, Homeowners who yourself project. home as smoothly as possible. Hometown 613-389-2111 Nadeau Realty, 613-507-4444 want$949,000 the process of selling their 11602085 home to * Take to the trees. Many homeown* Make sure all plants, includMLS go smoothly can improve the property’s ers grow accustomed to overgrown trees ing flowers, are living. Dehydrated curb appeal in a number of ways, many around their property and maySunday not no- or1-1:15 dead plants and flowers are eyeSunday 2-4 a substantial tice that low-hanging, unsightly1159 of which don’t necessitate branch- Wheathill sores, and they will give buyers the home396 improvement budget. Buy-Nadeau, impression that you didn’t pay much Honeywood Ave es are hiding the home from view. Pierre Broker * Clean up. The most effective way ers want to see the house, so take to the attention to your property. Make Nadeau 613-507-4444 Jeff McKenna, to improve curb appeal isSales to cleanRepresentative up the trees and trim any branches that hang Realty, sure all plants are alive and thriving Hometown Realty, 613-389-2111 property. Many homeowners are savvy too low or obscure your home. and replace those that aren’t. You enough to remove toys and other items * Clean the gutters. Leaves and sticks can replant new flowers or plants or Sunday 1:30-1:45 $479,900 MLS 11601539 from the yard before showing a home, hanging from the gutters are a red flag to just use potted plants instead. When Chadwick but cleaning up goes beyond removing buyers, who tend to associate676 clogged purchasing new plants, choose lowSaturday 1-4 & Sunday 2-4 Pierre Nadeau, Broker clutter from the property. Make sure all gutters with roof damage. Clean the maintenance varieties that appeal to hedges are trimmed and remove Road weeds, gutters thoroughly before putting your Realty, buyers who want good vibrant plants Nadeau 613-507-4444 3683 B Yarker sticksSean and other debris from any flower home up for sale and keep them clean but might not want to put in much Marshall, Broker beds. Lay mulch in the flower beds and throughout the selling process. If your work into the garden. Kingston Realty 613-548-3300 Sunday 2-2:15 garden, as mulchHomes prevents weed growth property includes lots of trees, install When selling a home, homeownwhile$468,800 helping the soil retain out of Kidd ers canDrive employ a number of tactics to MLSmoisture, guards to keep twigs and leaves 149 resulting in more attractive gardens to the gutters. improve their home’s curb appeal. Pierre Nadeau, Broker
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What a realtor offers
A Realtor’s expertise and experience are invaluable and can guide you through the details of the complicated buying or selling process. His or her knowledge of the housing market can help you make the best possible choice. Realtors are extremely dedicated individuals whose professional obligation is to serve the best interests of their clients.
Rigorous training and high standards are not the only things that make a Realtor so valuable his or her expertise extends into every aspect of home ownership. Realtors know how best to sell or buy a home, and their intimate knowledge of the real estate market will ensure that you get the best price possible. They will gladly clarify any legal terminology or government regulations for you.
Realtors are uniquely qualified to serve your home ownership needs, and it takes a lot for these individuals to become real estate profession- For sellers, Realtors develop a marketing plan that can include scheduling als. open houses, placing advertising if desired and listing your property. They can pre screen buyers so that only those who are truly interested and qualified Before receiving a real estate license in Ontario, an individual must go view your home. through an intensive educational process developed by OREA on behalf of the Real Estate Council of Ontario. But that’s only the beginning. When it comes time to negotiate a price, a Realtor can act as a mediator beDuring the first two years of practice, registrants are required to suc- tween you and the buyer. This will allow you to remain at ‘arm’s length’ durcessfully complete three additional courses as part of their articling ing the often stressful negotiation process. Assistance in evaluating financing with an experienced broker. In addition, all registrants must continue options and mortgage rates is also yours for the asking. But a Realtor not only to attend courses throughout their careers in order to maintain their helps you to buy or sell a home. He or she can also provide you with a list of registration. lenders, lawyers, mortgage brokers and other professionals whose expertise you may need to complete a real estate transaction. When you work with a In order to be called a “Realtor,” a licensed real estate professional must Realtor, you’re working with a professional who has a strong commitment to become a member of a local real estate board as well as the Canadian quality education, ongoing training and top-notch customer service. Real Estate Association (CREA) and the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA). When you work with a Realtor, you can expect strict adherence Your REALTOR® will work hard to determine exactly what you want in a home, to provincial law as well as to a national code of ethics ensuring you’ll and will go to extraordinary lengths to meet your needs. You can expect a receive the highest level of service, honesty and integrity. In fact, Real- high level of service and a strong sense of loyalty. In fact, a large proportion of tors are governed by the legal concept of “agency”. An agent is legally homeowners use the same Realtor for each new house they purchase because obligated to look after the best interests of the person he or she repre- of the relationship that they have developed. Before you take that big step of sents. The agent must be loyal to that person. buying or selling your home, enlist the services of a Realtor. This article is provided by local REALTORS® and the Ontario Real Estate Association for the benefit of consumers in the real estate market. 6 The EMC Real Estate Guide - Thursday, January 9, 2014
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