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Time for change? City launches review of parking rates and fines By Bill Hutchins
News – The cost of parking your vehicle in high traffic areas of downtown Kingston is likely to rise. The question is, by how much? The city has launched its first review of on-street parking fees in several years with an eye to hiking the hourly Pay-and-Display rates and, possibly, boosting parking ticket fines. “On-street rates and hourly rates haven’t been looked at for a number of years so we need to take a look at that,” said transportation director Sheila Kidd. Motorists currently pay an average of $1.50 an hour to park on the street with a twoto-three hour limit. There are suggestions the rate could rise to $2 an hour. But before any final decisions are made, city officials want motorists and other residents to give their two cents worth. Some ideas being tossed around at a recent public meeting include extending paid parking times into the evening hours or allowing dedicated parking space rentals. City officials have made no secret of the need to collect additional parking revenues. The parking reserve fund – which is constantly replenished by parking rate revenues, not property taxes – is running low and un-
able to finance long-term repairs to existing garages or to help build a new one. “Parking structures are particularly expensive to maintain and operate,” explained Kidd. The city has already approved $4.2 million in repairs and maintenance work to its two largest downtown parking structures - 272-space Hanson and 450-space Chown and unveiled plans to spend up to $18 million to construct a new multi-level municipal garage along lower Queen Street as part of a proposed private apartment development. Kingston recently hiked hourly rates in municipal parking garages to $1.50 an hour to match on-street rates, an increase that will raise an additional $240,000 a year. It’s unclear how much more could be generated by boosting parking meter/Pay-and-Display rates. As for parking tickets, the current fines range from as low as $15 at an expired meter ($10 if paid within 7 days) to $300 for illegally parking in a handicapped space. Kidd says those fines must be kept in line with parking rates in order to remain an effective deterrent. “If you put hourly rates up the Continued on page 10
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Revised Project: ‘Capitol’ condo developer to downsize its building By Bill Hutchins
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cess Street in the heart of downtown Kingston. The scaled-back plan doesn’t surprise the city’s chief planning official. “I expected there would be some height reductions based on the comments that were received not only from staff but from the peer review,” said Paige Agnew, the city’s director of planning, building and licensing. The initial peer review, done by architectural experts earlier this year at the city’s request, was critical of the initial 20-storey plan to build the downtown’s tallest residential building. “It is our opinion that the proponent has not provided a sufficient rationale for a tall tower in this location,” said the independent report by
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neighbourhood, IN8 has produced a different version of the building. In addition to reduced height, IN8 has revised the exterior design to incorporate more neutral colours, and a portion of the structure will be built with limestone to reduce its visual impact in the neighbourhood. The revamped Princess Street entrance will also be reduced from four storeys to three to give it a better fit with surrounding low-rise buildings. “The lifeblood of the downtown depends in part on the heritage,” said Coun. Rob Hutchison. Agnew says the revised application still exceeds the area’s 25 metre building height limit, but that can be acceptable as long as several conditions are met. “Whatever you provide in addition to what (height) is allowed there you have to justify that, and show how there would be compatibility and no negative impacts,” she added. IN8 first unveiled bold plans a year ago to transform the old theatre into a 223-unit brick and glass residential building with an aboveground parking garage. The vacant property spans the length of an entire city block with nine metres of frontage along Princess Street, where the main entrance would be located. The Queen Street side has 41 metres of street frontage where the hi-rise condo and above-ground parking structure would be built. But the project recently stalled at the planning level due to mounting concerns the 20-storey height wasn’t right. Agnew confirmed the revised application will
be the focus of another public meeting in midJune. “So the public has an opportunity to see what’s changed, and it’s really going to depend on the input we receive from the public at that time and also looking at what the analysis of our second technical review reveals - whether it’s a project that we’re prepared to move forward with a recommendation or not.” Meanwhile, she says another high profile, downtown hi-rise project was subjected to a similar peer review and the results should be released this month. Homestead Land Holdings has proposed twin, 20-storey apartment buildings with a combined 380 rental units located on two parking lots along lower Queen Street, near King Street. Just like the IN8 project, the Homestead buildings “far exceed” the height that’s currently allowed, Agnew explained. “There’s definitely some challenges with that site. It’s a really important block within the city in terms of connecting the downtown with the K-Rock Centre.” Kingston’s mayor and the downtown business association has gone on record supporting the need for residential intensification downtown, although area residents have raised concerns that the Homestead buildings are out of context with surrounding heritage. Agnew says the fate of Homestead’s hi-rises, which include a large multi-level public parking garage, could ultimately hinge on the independent peer review and public comments. “Any building of that size, given the context of what’s around it, would be precedent setting.” She added: “I feel some pressure to get it right, absolutely.”
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sultants do not intend to develop “a sense of amnesia” and ignore past studies that have supported the need for a new downtown roadway. “You don’t take public policy entrenched in 40 years, get out an eraser and wipe that off.” However, other options will be explored in the secondary plan such as enhanced transit or to widen existing roads to handle future traffic needs, especially if the third bridge crossing moves ahead, she explained. The North King’s Town study is proceeding at the same time as the third bridge crossing moves closer to being ‘shovel ready.’ Staff acknowledge it could set the stage for conflicting outcomes. Council is expected to make a final decision next spring on whether the two-lane bridge should proceed to construction, while the land use report will be finished several months later. Staff say it would be better if the land use study was done first. “None of it is ideal,” Agnew conceded. However, she says residents will be informed about traffic flows to and from the proposed bridge, of which the Wellington Street extension could play a key role, to ensure they get the full picture during the North King’s Town study. She observed: “These issues have the ability to polarize or pull people together.”
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Tiny dogs to gather for second annual Running of the Chihuahuas By Rob Mooy
For most of us, having one or two pets is plenty. But, for a very special couple, Catherine Pokrywa and Bill McCormick, owners of Sheba’s Haven Rescue (SHR), opening their home to older dogs was an act of love. Sheba’s Haven rescues palliative dogs with life-
limiting non-curative illnesses that live out their lives in a well balanced environment as part of their family, free to roam indoors or outside, enjoying a fenced three acre property. “We do not use kennels and have wall-to-wall beds throughout most of the house,” says Pokrywa. “Most of our dogs come from shelters. They realize that these dogs are still full of life, even though they have cancer,
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New pharmacy aims to be welcome addition to an ‘underserviced’ community News – There is a new pharmacy in Loyalist Township and it hopes to provide a muchneeded service to the residents in Bath. The new Pharmasave pharmacy opened in the waterfront town on May 24 and owner Mike Pavagadhi hopes it will be well received. “I think Bath is an underserviced area,” he said. “It is a mixture of seniors and a younger population and within a 10 to 15 kilometer area, they don’t have a pharmacy. People had to travel to Amherstview or Napanee and a lot of seniors don’t drive, so that is difficult.” Pavagadhi has been a pharmacist since 2008 and spent a year practicing in Manitoba before
moving to Napanee. He was a pharmacy manager for Loblaws for seven years in Napanee, but he always wanted to open his own pharmacy. “I wanted to work in a smaller community so that I could get to know my clients more,” he said. “In a smaller pharmacy there is less pressure. People aren’t just numbers and I think I can provide more quality service. For a pharmacist, it makes it easier if you know a patient’s history and that way you can know the medications they are taking and you can be aware of any reactions that may occur with new prescriptions.” While he has only been open for a short time, Pavagadhi has been very pleased with
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EDITORIAL New condos downtown could be just what Kingston needs Column - As a lifelong Kingstonian and someone who recently bought a home in this city, I’ve been following with interest the debate over the three proposed 20-storey condos (one of which has now been downsized to 16 storeys) for Kingston’s downtown. My family on my mom’s side has lived in downtown Kingston for many generations, and that area of the city holds a very special place in my heart. My grandmother and her nine siblings grew up on Collingwood Street, and my grandfather was born and grew up in a semi-detached home across from Skeleton Park (a once modest house which, for the record, I recently saw listed for over $500,000). My mom and her five siblings grew up on Napier Street, close to Churchill Park. I spent a good portion of my childhood living on Mack Street and continued my schooling downtown after my family moved to the west end when I was a teenager. Last year, Steve and I were finally in a financial position to purchase our first home, and our first choice was to find a place downtown. We love the idea of living a downtown lifestyle with great restaurants, entertainment, locallyowned businesses and parks all within walking distance. In a way, I also sort of felt like living downtown Kingston was my birth right, and longed to see a new generation, my own children, grow up there.
We do not, however, have a) a lot of money or b) the skills to personally perform major renovations on a home. And it turns out it’s difficult to find a place to live downtown if you don’t fall into one of these two categories. Yes, you can find some homes in our price range in the Skeleton Park and Memorial Centre areas, but based on what we saw these more affordable properties tend require a lot of work. The amount of money we would have had to spend paying professionals to perform repairs and upgrades would quickly have rendered such homes unaffordable. Instead, we bought a brand new, small-ish (1550-square-foot) home in the suburbs, a decision we’re both very satisfied with. But I often still think, wouldn’t it be nice if there were more places, especially affordable places, for people to live in the downtown core? There are many people in this city who want to live the condo lifestyle – from single people to young couples to ‘empty nesters’ looking to downsize. Even as a family with one, soon to be two kids, I personally wouldn’t have ruled out purchasing a condo. Sure, you don’t have a yard, but with several great parks in walking distance does it really matter? Not to mention the fact that many new builds, including our house, don’t have much in the way of yards anyway. I also get that adding condos – even those under 20 storeys – to downtown Kingston would change the look and feel of the city. I respect that this doesn’t sit well with some people; us Kingstonians are quite famous for our aversion to change, aren’t we? Interest-
ingly, when the subject comes up with out of town friends, it seems many of them also find the idea of plopping a big condo in the middle of historic Kingston rather odd. Then again, they don’t actually live here, and usually only visit during the warm weather months when downtown is already buzzing with life and tourists. I’m not a city planner, but it’s clear to me that more intensification and housing options in the immediate downtown area is something that would greatly benefit our city. Not just for people like me (i.e. nondoctors/tenured professors/independently wealthy folks who would like to live there), but for the vitality of the city as a whole. The more people we have living downtown, the more customers there would be to support the mostly locally owned businesses that operate there; the more we have a built-in population of people who are already downtown enjoying themselves, the more attractive it would be for suburban dwellers to make the 15-minute trek downtown on, say, a cold, bleak day in January. Would condos change the appearance of Kingston’s downtown? Absolutely – there is no denying that. Would this be an overall negative? Personally, I don’t think so. But I’m also glad that those who will make the decision are treating it with care and weighing all the evidence. Most of all, I want to see the city I love thrive. Maybe compromises are called for, like IN8’s proposal to downsize the Capitol condo; but one way or another, I do hope that these condos go ahead.
As temperatures rise don’t forget about pets Editorial – Most of us are happy to see consistently warmer temperatures outside, but with those temperatures come some precautions, especially when it comes to pets. Humidity and hot temperatures can make everyone uncomfortable; unfortunately our pets don’t have the ability to drink a cold beverage whenever they want or take off a layer of clothing to cool off. Here are some tips and things to remember when caring for our furry friends throughout the warmer months. - Never leave your pets in a parked car – this may seem fairly obvious, but each summer more and more news reports of pets being locked in hot cars surface. It is not acceptable to leave your pet in the car for any amount of time, even with the windows open. - Watch the humidity – the extra heat that comes with humidity can affect animals just as much as it affects humans. Animals pant to evaporate moisture from their lungs and take heat away from their body. If the humidity is too high, they are unable to cool themselves. Keep an eye on pets through humidity spells and when in doubt, take their temperature - it shouldn’t go over 40 degrees Celsius. - Limit exercise on hot days – you don’t want to take a really long run during a heat wave and neither does your dog. Adjust intensity and duration of exercise in according to the temperature. On very hot days, limit exercise to morning or evening and always carry water with you to keep your dog from dehydrating. - Provide ample shade and water - any time your pet is outside, make sure he or she has protection from heat and sun and plenty of fresh, cold water. In heat waves, add ice to water when possible. - Watch for signs of heatstroke - signs of heatstroke are heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, difficulty breathing, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, seizure, and unconsciousness. In case of heatstroke, move the animal to an air-conditioned area, apply ice packs to their head, neck and chest or run cool water over them. - Above all, it is important to remember that animals don’t have the ability to tell us when they are overheating. As pet owners, it is our responsibility to watch their cues and while you may want your pet with you for all of your summer adventures, sometimes it’s best for them to stay inside.
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Editorial – Working in the City of Kingston’s planning department must not be an easy job these days. The department is under constant pressure to support residential intensification projects while trying to balance the usual concerns of residents over such things as increased noise, traffic and height brought on by many proposed residential or commercial buildings. All of these factors must be weighed in the latest update to the Official Plan (OP) which, although still in the final draft stages, will establish policy guidelines and physical boundaries to allow managed growth over the next 20 years. But planning rules, as many residents have come to learn, can be bent on occasion when developers come knocking with an idea to build taller, squeeze more use out of small land plots or relax on-site parking and play space amenity requirements and other rules. Planners are obliged to listen to and study such requests even though they may, on occasion, recommend wholesale amendments to the OP that many worked so hard to craft. “As planners, we can’t say we don’t like your amendment,” explained Paige Agnew, the
city’s chief planner. Agnew took on the high-profile, pressurefilled job about a year and a half ago and does not shy away from expressing her opinions on planning-related matters. She believes Kingston is undergoing the pressures of change like never before; more student housing, need for smart and sustainable growth, and predictions of a stagnant population growth in 14 years, to name a few. The challenge is to convince skeptical residents that some change and managed growth is good for the city’s well-being, and to decide which areas are compatible for growth and in the public’s best interests. One of the biggest knocks against Kingston’s OP – a framework for general goals and policies required by the province – is that it has lacked policies clear on intent and objective in the past. This often pitted developers, citizens and politicians against each other, and led to several Ontario Municipal Board challenges (even frivolous time consuming appeals) over whose version of growth was best. The revised OP will attempt to clarify the ground rules for growth, for example, by defining areas of transition. That is, what planners call “nodes and corridors” where intensification or infill developments should be embraced versus stable lands where it shouldn’t. The Williamsville main street corridor – Princess Street between Division Street and Bath Road - is already identified as one area in transition where several residential projects are either planned or approved. While the OP represents the blueprint for future development, zoning rules are what give it
the teeth. Nearly two decades after amalgamation, Kingston is just now completing the harmonization of zoning bylaws among the three former municipalities – a long overdue, but complex process to untangle the mish-mash of conflicting rules in order to provide equal standards across the ‘new’ city. Agnew’s message in the rule-book overhaul is that big projects are not scary and must meet the test of good planning principles in order for planners to recommend a project. But she’s also keenly aware that trust must be earned between the planning department and the community when it comes to blackand-white policy vs. considering a variety of
subjective factors. Staff must listen to public input and not just pay lip service to it. Agnew must also guide this balancing act while ignoring the pressures of influence. “The key thing is to block out the chatter, politics and emotion and be very focused on the planning exercise with rigour. Make decisions backed by integrity and solid planning.” Agnew seems to be a bright capable expert on planning who doesn’t suffer foolish projects kindly. Judging by her early track record, she will look out for the little guy’s view while giving a fair hearing to the big developer, which is all that anyone can ask for in the often thankless turf that goes with the planning department.
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same things I am doing now and be able to guide students and make a difference in students lives as my teachers did for me.” She also urges other students to get involved in their schools more. “It makes your experience in school so much more meaningful,” she said. “It really helps you figure out what you are passionate about and I was able to figure out my passions through my involvement.” TICO#50007364
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News that The Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie has terminal brain cancer shook the nation May 24 when the band made the sad announcement on their website. The Hip’s trademark sound has contributed to defining what it means to be Canadian for generations of fans over the last 30-odd years, but perhaps nowhere was this news more profoundly felt than right here in Kingston, the Hip’s hometown and where Downie, along with band mates Rob Baker, Gord Sinclair, Paul Langlois and Johnny Fay made names for themselves. The news is inspiring many locals to share their favourite stories about Downie and the Hip, both verbally and on social media, and anticipate the band’s upcoming tour, which will proceed as planned this summer, in a new way. The tour will end at the Rogers K-Rock ug. 20. Centre on Aug. he following (Note: The memories aree a combiotes that nation of quotes came from both soosts and cial media posts estions, follow-up questions, as well as direct osed to questions posed ed comknown affected bers.) munity members.) *** Many in Kingston remember the many
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News of Gord Downie’s cancer sparks outpouring of favourite Hip stories among Kingstonians boys making good.” Years later, when she took her wedding vows, the inside of her groom’s ring was inscribed “fully, completely.” Muise says that when she moved to BC in 1996, she was terribly homesick; she would play the Hip and remember her hometown. “I know them in the same way that I know in my gut that the Limestone City is my home no matter where I am in the world. It is a connection that is intangible but as strong as steel.” *** Megan Joslin attended high school in Kingston in the early-mid ‘90s, around the time the albums Road Apples and Fully Completely came out. “That means you probably saw The Hip play at Fort Henry and/or Richardson Stadium,” she wrote on Facebook. “This is what I keep thinking about today after the sad news: those iconic concerts. Gord Downie was clearly entranced (see what I did there?), rambling on like a poet and dancing like a mad man and I, along with all the teenaged kids of Kingston, was enthralled. It felt like the whole city came out to these special shows!” *** Mark Kerr’s favourite Tragically Hip memory began, appropriately, on a Canada Day nearly 18 years ago. He had heard through the grapevine that the band was going to play a ‘secret show’ the next day at the Ironhorse Saloon. “We couldn’t believe it,” he says. “The band hadn’t played a hometown show in more than three years after vowing never again to set foot in the echo chamber that is the Kingston Memorial Centre.” On a leap of faith, he and a friend got up bright and early to secure concert bracelets for that evening’s mysterious show; when they arrived at the Ironhorse (now the Giant Tiger on Princess Street) at 5 a.m., a line had already formed. While they were able to get tickets, one small problem remained: Kerr and his friend were both underage. They took a chance and borrowed the IDs of older friends, praying they would fool the bouncer. “I was nervous about breaking the rules for the first time in my life. More than that, though, I didn’t want to miss out on our chance to see Canada’s biggest band in a tiny club that held a couple hundred people at most.” As it turned out, the IDs worked. And, it really was the Hip. Of course, the show did not disappoint; it previewed
all the songs from the album Phantom Power, which was released 12 days later, as well as old fan favourites like New Orleans is Sinking and Courage. “Every Hip show I’ve been to has been about more than just the songs,” says Kerr. “It’s about the special connections that form through the shared experience of live music.” *** When Bianca Bruni first came to Kingston to study at Queen’s, one of the items on her ‘Kingston bucket list’ was to meet Gord Downie. “I’d been a great admirer of their music, especially of his brilliance as a lyricist,” she says. “I’d purchased a book of poems he’d written earlier that year and, like the cool kid I was, I carried it with me pretty much everywhere that year. It was the only thing besides my cell phone that was always in my bag.” One day, during her last few weeks of undergrad, she was reminiscing about her time at university (including this yet unfulfilled dream) with some friends at the Grad Club, when staff began setting up for a private fundraiser. “They said that they would let us know when we would need to vacate. As fate would have it, they completely forgot about my friends and me and the private event was an intimate concert with Gord as a fundraiser for the ‘waterkeepers’ for the Great Lakes. “I swear my heart nearly stopped when I heard his voice come warbling through the speaker system one floor below us.” Bruni immediately bolted downstairs and caught the whole show. “I even worked up the nerve to go have a conversation with him afterward,” she says. “He was every bit the quietly impassioned poetic gentleman I had hoped he would be. It was the highlight of all my undergrad years spent in Kingston.” *** Here in Kingston, another thing the Hip has become known for is their support of budding local talent - including singer/songwriter Emily Fennell. She recalls seeing the band for the first time in Bobcaygeon, in front of 28,000 fans – a show at which she also performed. “They hired me to open the show,” she says. “It will always be one of the hugest and most monumental experiences in my life and I can thank them for that opportunity. It’s what dreams are made of, in my opinion.” Fennell notes that while Tuesday’s news is indeed very sad, the band’s new album and upcoming tour still leave fans with a sense of hope:
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How about those development charges? By Margaret Knott
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Henry. “And colouring of course,” adds Lu. But, aside from her art, this youngster’s favourite thing to do is saving animals. At just five years of age, Lu decided to combine her love of art and saving animals. The young artist had been working on a painting of an elephant. Her mother suggested if she could make a few more paintings they could sell them and donate the money to an animal charity. Over the next few months, with the help of her little brother and her mother, also an accomplished artist, Lu began to bring her next idea to life creating 20 acrylic masterpieces of endangered animals. These works of art were auctioned off during a special event at the Blu Martini in 2014. “There was live music by none other than Miss Emily (Fennell) and other auction items that have been generously donated by Lucia supporters,” says Brick. “At that auction she managed to raise $2,000 for the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).” “I love animals so much, I just started working on painting and then mom helped me sell them,” says Lu. Last November, Lu was honoured with an award as a “community panda” during a gala for
Seven-year-old Lucia (Lu) Miranda has a heart of gold, full of love and kindness, not only for her fellow man, but also of the wild creatures that share this earth. One evening just before her fourth birthday, as she sat down to eat dinner with her family, she expressed to her mom how unfair the world is, wondering how she has so much while some people are suffering. “Hearing these words come out of such a tiny mouth shocked me a little,” explains her mother Ashley Brick. “Sticking to her convictions, she decided her next birthday party would be a food bank party.” So, instead of gifts young Lu asked guests to bring large food bank donations. It was a great success. The real gift for her came a month later by way of letter from the food bank expressing gratitude to their youngest supporter and a small pin, which she proudly used to accessorize her kindergarten backpack. Lu was thrilled. This was her introduction into philanthropy and the joy of helping her fellow man. Now there would be no stopping her. In the years that followed she worked diligently - giving food to the hungry, collecting blankets for the homeless, collecting for the Humane Society and being an activist for LGBT rights. “Once she becomes attached to a cause she gives it everything she’s got,” says Brick. “It’s really remarkable. Her newest venture came after she heard about the largest elephant in Africa being killed by poachers. She was devastated and shifted her attention to learning 2 golf for 1 regular green fee! facts about endangered animals and came to me to let me know that she needs to do something. We needed to raise money for these animals.” Like most children her age, she enjoys playing with friends and her little brother,
the WWF, in Toronto. “It was an amazing night for her,” says Brick. “Also at the event, she presented the CEO of the WWF with a large painting of a polar bear for his office.” Now seven and a Grade 2 student at Welborne Avenue Public School, this young dynamo has just completed her latest project for the WWF. For this, she enlisted the help of her Grade 2/3 classmates. In March, Lu organized a Wildlife Art Gala, again at the Blu Martini & Grill, featuring more than 20 mixed media and watercolour paintings, which were auctioned off in support of the WWF. Lucia (Lu) Miranda enjoys painting wildlife. Her paintings have raised “I started talking to my classmates about the great adventure I $3,000 for the World Wildlife Fund. Photo/Rob Mooy had in Toronto at the WWF,” ex- versation about how the class could jump on the bandwagon and in no plains Lu. “My teacher said it support Lucia and also make a difwould be nice if everyone wanted ference.” Continued on page 16 to help. And all of my friends did.” Lu’s classmates were eager to “Lucia brought in pictures of her Toronto trip to meet with the WWF president,” says her teacher Robert Kay. “When she explained how much money she had raised and described her event the class was amazed with her results and comRVCare National Event mitment. We had just discussed unlikely heroes in class and one of Motorhome Sale the students suggested that Lucia was an unlikely hero – especially Ends June 11th, 2016 given her age. This sparked a con-
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time at all painted artwork depicting their favourite animals. The class researched endangered animals, created watercolour paintings and supported Lu and the WWF through the art gala fundraiser. “The kids had a blast,” says Kay. “They were able to make a difference by raising $1,000 for the WWF through the silent auction and sale of Lu’s book. “Lu inspired us to not only care about animals, but to learn more and to do something.” He remarks that one of the most wonderful moments during this journey was when Lucia and Madison ran out of white paint. “They had discovered that some elephants and rhinos have their tusks painted pink to discourage poachers from taking them. They had enough white paint to make their own pink paint mix and that solved the problem.” “Some of my favourite paintings were of the giraffe, dolphin, rhino, polar bears and more. And of course mine too, “says Lu giggling. “The kids worked really hard on their paintings and the turn out for the event (again at Blu Martini) was incredible,” adds Brick. This youngster is never one to sit still. When she wasn’t busy painting she wrote and illustrated a book, with all funds raised going to the WWF. She has sold about 50 copies of her book, entitled Super Lu Saves the Animals, in which her super power is information. “My book is about me getting information
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News – When Kingston resident Tammy Aristilde received a call from the Governor General’s office a few weeks ago, she immediately panicked. “I picked up the call and when the woman introduced herself I didn’t catch everything she said - all I heard was government,� she explained. “She explained that she was calling for a
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In Aristilde’s case, the medal was awarded in recognition of her work with Helping Haiti, a group centered in Cite Soleil, Port-au-Prince that Aristilde helped found in 2008. The group helps provide the people of Cite Soleil with sustainable, community-driven development projects and programs. Over they years they have taken on a number of projects, including erecting a water tower, building a medical clinic and now, opening a community centre, all with the help and support of the local population. Aristilde, who works as a security supervisor at Queen’s University, originally started her humanitarian work in Thailand in 2004 following the Tsunami. She had a bit of construction experience and felt she could be of assistance in some way. “I went and got involved and it was a life altering experience,� she said. “The experience included not only the local population, but also a mix of international people coming together from around the world working together.� After going back and forth to Thailand for a couple years, Aristilde started seeking out other opportunities. She had been contacted by a Kingston firefighter the year before who had invited her to come to Haiti, and decided this should be her next trip. Aristilde originally travelled to Haiti in early 2008, and while she wasn’t
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but in the end it is worth it.” Helping Haiti continues to work in Cite Soleil and while Aristilde was surprised to be recognized for her ongoing work, she is also grateful. “I am extremely thankful. It is really great for awareness and really getting Helping Haiti out there more and on that level,” she said. “I am not used to this kind of attention. We have received a couple of awards in the past and those provided recognition too, but those were on a local scale and this is a national scale.” The award will be presented to Aristilde at a ceremony in late June and she admits she’s a bit nervous to attend. She is also very humble about the award and quick to point out that it really is a team award. “I get to represent a really great team,” she said. “Aaron Sousa is our other Canadian director and is just incredible. This is recognition for him too, as well as BBD and Queen’s. Without those three components, I’m not sure where we’d be. It takes a whole team to make all of this happen and this award is for our entire team Haiti wide and Canada wide.”
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The Kingston Legion Br. 631 is staging a Neil Diamond Tribute Show Saturday, June 11 at 8 p.m. 4034 Bath Rd., $20 advance/25 door, (613) 3896605 ~ Pick up Tickets Legion. solitaryman.ca. In support of Kingston 4 Paws. Die-Alogues - June 8 6:30-8:30 p.m. Queen’s University Robert Sutherland Hall, Room 202 138 Union St. Fact: Every life ends in death. How would you wish to live your life? Who would speak for you if you cannot? Fact: An Advanced Care Plan will help you to achieve your goals. Do you have an Advance Care Plan on your bucket list? Presentation by Dr. John Puxty. FREE Register @ www.eventbrite. com. ,Q *RRG 7DVWH LV D ÀQH GLQLQJ H[SHULence for single seniors and will meet at Greek Islands Restaurant, 331 Bath Road June 3 at 5:30 p.m. If interested to attend, please contact Norma at 613-542-3622 or Nicole at 613-6341966.
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starting point able to take 2/3 additional people for the shuttle. Leader: Peter 613 634 1877 or peterbur@ kingston.net BellRock will truly rock on Saturday, June 4 at 7:30 p.m. when the LaSalle Causeway Band performs at the BellRock Hall. This swing band features saxophones, trombones, trumpets, clarinets, keyboard, and percussion. Truly a â&#x20AC;&#x153;big bandâ&#x20AC;? they have a matching â&#x20AC;&#x153;big soundâ&#x20AC;? that has to be heard to be believed. They will be performing a variety of musical selections spanning several decades--from Gershwin to contemporary music. Free will donation. Funds support maintaining the BellRock Hall. www.bellrockhall.ca Taste of Africa and the Caribbean This 7th Annual Event takes place on Tuesday, June 7, 6 - 8 p.m. at St. Andrews by the Lake United Church in Reddendale. Partners : Afro-Carib Community Foundation, Kingston African Caribbean Collective, Defense Visible Minority Advisory Group with support from St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by the Lake United Church. For details call Judi at 613-1869 or Felix at 613-3281825. Last youth dance till September. Golden Links Hall Harrowsmith , June 3, 7 to 9:30 p.m., for public school children, cost $6. For info call 372-2410 Sponsored by the Odd Fellows & Rebekahs. 39 Club of Kingston Dance Friday, June 3. Music by Shylo (Red Night) at Mattâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place, Legion 631, Main Hall at 4034 Bath Rd. @ Collins Bay. 7:3011 p.m. Dress Code , Smart Casual. Singles & Couples Welcome. Cost is $12 P.P. ( $10 for Members). St Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, 3977 Sydenham Road is holding our Annual Giant Yard/ Indoor Sale with items galore on Saturday June 4, from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Also there will be a Bake Table and &DQWHHQ %DUEHTXH <RX ÂśOO Ă&#x20AC;QG VRPHthing for everyone. Rain or Shine. The Kingston Heirloom Quilters welcomes new members. We meet 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m and 7 p.m to 8:30 p.m,
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Heritage Conservation and Celebrationâ&#x20AC;?. Tickets are $30 including tax and tip, and must be ordered in advance no later than June 7. Details can be found on our website, www. uelac.org/kingston or by calling 613549-2280. What a great way to celebrate First Capital Day in Kingston.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;Messy Churchâ&#x20AC;? at Glenburnie United Church (1028 Unity Rd.) from 5 - un7 p.m. on Friday, June 3. There will be crafts for children, a story and songs in worship, a meal shared, time to visit with neighbours, and dessert! For more information call 613-542-4773 or email: gucminister@gmail.com.
Frontenac Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market - Now in our 11th year! Saturdays 9 a.m.2 p.m., May 21 - Oct. 29. All local farm products, seasonal veggies & fruits,scrumptious home baking, preserves, local artisans, dog & cat treats and more. Prince Charles Public School, 6875 Highway #38, Verona www.frontenacfarmersmarket.ca
Harrowsmith Odd Fellows and Rebekahs annual golf tournament - Takes place Saturday June 25 at the Colonnade Golf & Country Club with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Proceeds to Camp Trillium. To purchase tickets please call Jim at 613-770-8291 or Brenda at 613372-2410.
Roast beef dinner hosted by St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church, 4333 Bath Road on Friday, June 3, from 5 -7 p.m. Cost is $15 for adults and $8 for children 10 & under. Tickets are available at the door.
Kingstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first VegFest will take place on 22 Oct 2016. Come celebrate and be inspired with the joys of plant-based living. Save the date to attend or take part. We are welcoming exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers, speakers and workshops. Find out more or contact us at www.kingstonvegfest.ca
BellRock Hall ongoing events Weekly euchre re-commences on June 2 and continues every 2nd Thursday throughout the summer/ fall. Cycling weekly from the hall Tuesday mornings 9:30 (earlier once the weather gets warmer). Call Virginia (374-2344) or email bellrockhall@gmail.com for more info.
Bereaved Families Kingston Spousal/Partner Loss Night: A support meeting for those who have suffered the loss of their spouse or partner to death. For more information, please contact us at bfo@kingston.net or 613634-1230. Thursday, June 9th from 6:30-8:00pm at #104-993 Princess Street.
The Kingston Senior Choristers invite you to join them for their spring concert â&#x20AC;&#x153;HITS OF THE 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;?. The choir will be singing songs made famous by artists like Elvis,Satchmo,Lightfoot,Domino, Beach Boys, and many others. The concert will be held at the Kingston Gospel Temple,2295 Princess St.on Friday June 3 at 7.30 pm.Tickets are $15 for adults,$5 for children under 13 - from any chorister,by calling 613-767-0673, or at the door.
Kingston & District Sports Hall of Fame Annual General Meeting June 15 at 7 p.m., Ongwanada Resource Centre. 2nd Sunday Breakfast Club - Come One, Come All to a Community Breakfast at Emmanuel United Church Hall. 63 Factory Street. Feed the Body, Feed the Soul! June 12, 2016 @ 10:30 am till 11:30 am. Donation, only to cover cost. Come and bring your kids & neighbours along with you. Something different to do on a Sunday morning. For more information call 613-777-5190
Simply Paradise Dance every Sunday 6 - 10 p.m. at the 560 Legion, 734 Montreal Street, Kingston $10 admission includes munchies, prizes and a delicious meal. Dance the night away to a magnificent selection of music by Superior Sound. Singles or Couples ages 40-90 all welcome.
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In praise of nothing say, for saying nothing.” What happens in the middle of nothing? Research has indicated that when you deny one sense, other senses become heightened. Solitude and silence also result in increased capacity in the hippocampus region of the brain. What does that mean? For one thing, improvement in memory. When we set aside time on a regular basis to sit in silence, the functioning of the cortex of our brain also improves, increasing our abilities in information processing. Even ten minutes of visualizing peaceful imagery allows the gray matter of the brain to thicken. In California, Dr. Kelly McGonigal’s research has shown a positive role of meditation practices for fighting stress. This enables better functioning in challenging circumstances. Beyond that, what happens when you add a conscious focus amidst silence? Call it what you want. Meditation. Prayer. Zen awareness. The benefits of silence are amplified when you add a meditative focus. According the Dr. Paul Haider, 30 minutes of silence a day literally changes your life.
He notes that noise is associated with high blood pressure, anxiety, and stress. When you start your day with the alarm, a fast shower, coffee and turning on the radio for news, you’ve set yourself up for a stressful day. We give ourselves no opportunity to renew and refresh. From the time we arise until the time we go to bed, we do nothing in si- Moments of silence and quiet reflection help us relence. charge our emotional and cognitive abilities. Photo/ “Silence re- Mark Bergin duces stress, lowers blood cortisol time away from the pack, a time to relevels and adrenaline levels,” according flect and recharge our human energy to Haider. “Silence boosts your immune source. system...making it easier for your body “Hello darkness my old friend, to fight off invading bacteria and other I’ve come to talk with you again.” pathogens.” (Paul Simon) As social beings, we need to experiMark Bergin on Twitter @markaidence the joy of the pack. We also need anbergin
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Silence is the art of abandoning the noise in our lives. We surround ourselves with clutter, whether it be physical objects, noise or incessant thoughts. To grow or heal, or even remain functional, we need to spend time beyond the noise, away from clutter. Moments of keeping it simple offer sanctuary. Around the world, cultures crave silence today more than they ever have in centuries past. The more wealthy a society, the harder to find the quiet. As we grow away from our connection to the natural world, we also lose sight of the sanctum sanctorum, that space where we experience and process life’s mysteries. In 1964, Paul Simon wrote one of the most famous odes about silence ever written. A couple of decades later, the Go-Gos sang Our Lips Are Sealed, a brilliant attack against gossip. Depeche Mode’s sang “Words are very unnecessary; they can only do harm” in Enjoy the Silence, telling us that anything that breaks the silence will destroy the moment. As a musical artistic device, silence itself can heighten the intensity of any song. Is there a greater moment of expectation or eroticism than Tim Curry smirking “Antici.........pation” in Rocky Horror Picture Show? Quite simply, we need silent times in our lives. In Kingston, the wonderful parks serve to bring us peace within urban disquiet. One of the most famous parks in the world, New York’s Central Park, serves as the soul of the city, a place to escape the chaos and noise of the streets. Our capital city, Ottawa, has a green belt winding through the city as a meandering park. We are so busy multi-tasking that we need many moments away from all that keeps us busy. Humans need times of reflection. Times alone. The death of silence is a tragedy of modern culture. John O’Donohue writes in Anam Cara, A Book of Celtic Wisdom: “One of the reasons so many people are suffering from stress is not that they are doing stressful things but that they allow so little time for silence....Silence is a great friend of the soul; it unveils the riches of solitude” When I say that “I praise nothing,” I do not mean that there is nothing that I praise. I mean that I praise solitude, time alone, time away from that which is not quiet. It is healing to the heart to sit quietly. When my children were toddlers, we would start each day sitting in our sunroom, windows open, doing nothing, them on my lap. We simply listened to the non-technological world. A mourning dove cooing. A cardinal singing. A chipmunk scurrying in the leaves outside the window. This is the
nothing I praise. Not trying to go all corporate-Deepak on you here, and aside from all the New Age fluff out there, silence really does make a difference, and research supports positive medical effects to silence, as well as meditation. Moments of utter tranquility come to us in unexpected ways. In our city and region, we are fortunate to discover them along our lengthy stretches of waterways. There are many other quiet spots. We often find them in settings of spiritual worship—churches, synagogues, mosques, sacred circles, meditation centres, and chapels. In my life, I crave alone time, and I tend to avoid “party” settings and large social gatherings. Truth be told, I also try to avoid small social gatherings. I live in an extreme introvert’s world and prefer to spend most of my time alone. Still, the aloneness I live within is often not enough. There’s a craving for spaces exuding silence. Nothingness. I had a mentor some years ago; he has now passed from this life. His home setting could be full of artistic carvings and etchings, a creator’s mess. Yet there was always somewhere in the house with open space, maybe just an empty section of a bookshelf or part of a table. When I asked about this, the answer was quite revealing. “Room to breathe,” said my mentor. A place where nothing was going on. A focal point for calmness. It’s the very thing that’s lacking in many people’s lives. In searching for that point where we can feel centered, as soon as we start looking, our goal becomes elusive. Silence demands nothing. It demands nothingness. Stillness. Recently, leaving the beautifully bustling streets and alleyways, I entered Mahayana Temple in Chinatown in New York City. It’s a mystically transformed sacred space, located in a former porn theatre that existed about 50 or 60 years ago. The profane underwent metamorphosis and became sacred. When we find that moment of silence, the hyper awareness of nothingness sets in. The bustling streets outside the temple could be 1000 miles away. Three candles burn, floating in water in the reception area. Monks light their sticks and transfer the flame to other candles. Silence. After a few moments of this, blood pressure and heart rate have dropped. It’s a long way from the cell phone world where users check there device every 6.5 minutes. That’s the average, which amounts to about 150 times a day. We fear the very thing we need, silence and solitude. Its opposite, cacophony, is an anxiety inducer. Social media is anti-social. In the temple, seated on a lotus, a 16foot high golden Buddha glows. In one of the most frantic sections of North America, peace reigns. Relaxation overtakes the neural system. Submit. When leaving, I turned back; I’m sure Buddha smiled. A sign with letters spelling “Noble Silence” hangs on the wall. A reminder. On a practical level, a dear friend, a lawyer, gives sage legal advice: “People don’t get in trouble for what they don’t
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Crossing her fingers made things right for Mary when telling a lie By Mary Cook
Mother put her hand on my shoulder and looked me square in the eye. I was about to head out to school, and I knew exactly what she was going to say, so I put my hands behind my back and crossed my fingers. I had it on good authority that if you were about to tell a lie, crossing your fingers made things right. “Now don’t you and Velma go walk-
ing in those ditches of water on the way home from school. It’s still too cold, and you’ll come with a death of the cold, and we’ll have to call Mrs. Beam and you know what that means: the onion treatment.” With my fingers knitted behind my back, I assured her we would stay clear of the ditches, knowing full well Velma and I, once we got rid of our brothers and sisters, would do what we did just about every day coming home from the Northcote
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We couldn’t spend too much time getting back into our stockings and shoes, or our Mothers would be suspicious when we didn’t arrive home when they expected us. After all, it was only three and a half miles between the Northcote School and our farms, and so we had to be quick about it. I tore down our long lane like someone possessed, and the last I saw of Velma, she was already at their mailbox. I wasn’t that far behind my sister and brothers, tearing into the house out of breath, and heading right upstairs as I always did to get out of my school clothes, passing Mother who was busy at the Findlay Oval getting supper ready for the table. I kept my fingers crossed as usual, just in case she questioned me about walking in the waterfilled ditches. My stockings were damp, so I draped them over the chair near my bed, tucked my not too dry shoes under the washstand, and headed downstairs in my play clothes. “I bet you and Velma walked the ditches on your way home,” my hateful brother Emerson said at the supper table. I dropped my fork, put my hands behind my back with my fingers crossed, and denied it vehemently. Mother was too busy filling our plates to take notice, as I shot daggers at Emerson. My beloved sister Audrey vowed she saw Velma and me walking on the Northcote Side Road all the way home school, and we were nowhere near the ditches. She had her hands behind her back, and I knew without a doubt, her fingers were crossed. Interested in an electronic version of Mary’s books? Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
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pesticides. It has been found that the interaction of these contributing factors is synergistic. In other words, if one and one norrelation mally equal two, in a synergistic relationship, the impact of n plus one equal three, four contributing factors is that one gr or eight. The whole effect is greater than simply c the sum of each individual contributing factor. The CCD numbers are alarming. The Euwise banned certain ropean Union has wisely (neonicoti pesticides (neonicotinoids) because of their potentially lethal eeffects on bees. It logical Sadly, simplicity seems so simple and logical. and logic rarely coincide with ppolitical bureaucracies. Another causative factor is the bees bees’diet. In the wild o plants. But in our world, bees dine on a diverse range of agricultur scene, bees may monoculture corporate agriculture have access to thousands of acres a of one kind of plant. One of the newest culprits in CCD is the food offered to bees. For the past few decades, bee beekeepers have been feeding bees hhigh-fructose corn syrup instead ttheir natural staple, honey. Resea Research indicates that this feeding pr practice compromises bees resi resistance and immunity to pe pesticides. We know that high high-fructose corn syrup cont contributes to heart attack and strokes in humans, so w why feed this stuff to bees? We should be concerned. conc Very concerned. The honeybee has been around fo for about 40 million years. They are an adaptive and resilient species. If entire colonies can be wiped out in a year, it’s not a great harbinger for humans. Is there anything an individual can do to help? Lots. Don’t use herbicides and pesticides domestically or commercially near bee colonies (or at all). Stop feeding bees high-fructose corn syrup. A helpful step would involve not removing dandelions from our lawns. Such little steps can have far ranging positive consequences for the winged wonders that are bees. Mark Bergin on Twitter @markaidanbergin.
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An open concept design with ultra high end finishings adorn this wonderful home. Large porcelain tiled floors and Brazilian hardwood at your feet with 9 foot boxed ceilings to afford wonderful living space. Highly energy efficient without losing its charm. Custom, near floor length Pella and Marvin windows provide an abundance of sunlight all day. The best materials and design went into the kitchen and bathrooms sparing no expense. A double wide driveway flows into your 3 car professional garage complete with hydraulic lift. Finally, your covered rear porch, complete with outdoor, masonry fireplace, overlook your fiberglass, in ground salt water pool. This home must be seen to be fully appreciated. Call to make an appointment today.
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Located on the west side of Howe Island you will discover this waterfront paradise overlooking Cassidy Bay. This 1 ½ Storey luxury home, has three ample bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom. A chefs delight kitchen with rich granite and crisp shaker cabinetry is perfect for entertaining your guests. Step out to your southern facing deck complimenting over 300 feet of waterfront with 200 feet of dock space, boathouse and rail system able to accommodate a 34 foot boat. All this on 1.8 acres with an additional 2 lots available totaling over 600 feet of waterfront on nearly 5 acres of pristine privacy. Viewings by appointment only.
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Spacious 3 bdrm townhouse is the solution if you are looking for maintenance-free living without having to downsize. Large kitchen with bright eating area overlooks huge deck and gorgeous back yard! Living room with fireplace, plus main floor den. Huge master bdrm with new gas fireplace, walk-in closet, and jacuzzi ensuite. Fully finished basement. Fantastic value at $232,900. Come see it Sunday 2-3 at 691 Davis Drive!
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Lovingly updated bungalow situated on a large lot in desirable, quiet family neighborhood footsteps from Lake Ontario. This private 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features plenty of updates since 2011 including a new main floor bathroom, extensive use of granite throughout the kitchen & all new appliances which are included! Completely finished basement with updated flooring, 3 piece bathroom and cozy fireplace. Exterior boasts new board and batten wood siding, drive through detached garage & meticulous landscaping to accentuate your views from both the front porch and huge back deck! You will not be disappointed, call today for your personal viewing! MLS® 362610064.
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5045 Bedford road • $284,900
Plenty of room for all the toys in this charming country side split! Sitting on 1.18 acres this home offers not only an attached 1.5 car heated garage but also a 20 x 30 detached workshop AND a 12 x 12 storage shed! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, eat in kitchen with patio doors to your deck overlooking your beautifully landscaped lot complete with gardens for those with a green thumb! The lower level is partially finished with brand new laminate flooring throughout. Brand new high efficiency propane furnace to be installed prior to you moving in! Great location a mere 5 minutes away from the Village of Sydenham and all it has to offer! Call today for your personal viewing! MLS® 362750085
3115 lakehead • $244,900
Spring is finally here and what better way to celebrate than Lakeside! Picturesquely situated on 100 feet of coveted Loughborough Lake waterfront this cute cottage will be sure to make you and the family plenty of wonderful memories. Featuring 2 bedrooms, a covered porch for sunset dinners and sunrise coffees, and a storage shed & dock to put all the toys! Very private setting with deep clean waterfront! Call today for your personal viewing! MLS® 362781155
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536 MaCdonnell • $329,900
Attention Investors or those seeking a home close to the down town core! 536 MacDonnell is located close to Queens & KGH! Main level features a wonderful screened in 15`8 X 5`6 porch perfect study sessions or morning coffee, gleaming hardwood throughout the principal rooms, formal dining room with a cute opening that has room for 3 diners in the kitchen, a 4 piece bath and a fantastic sized mud/laundry room! Upper level offers 3 bedrooms, an additional 4 piece bath, and a 11`8 X 7`6 sun room with a patio overlooking your fully fenced yard perfect for the summer BBQ’s ahead! Newly added 24 x 12 garage, gas furnace and all appliances included is the icing on the cake! Call today for your personal viewing!
497 Cheryl plaCe • $499,900
2,362 square foot “Bristol” model by Tamarack Homes located on a quiet cul de sac in Greenwood Park. Open concept main floor with gleaming hardwood, eat in kitchen with ceramic tile, breakfast bar and granite counter tops, a separate dining room all complimented byagasfireplaceinyourlivingroomandextensiveuseofpotlightsforaninvitingatmosphere. Ample space for a large family with 4 bedrooms upstairs all with new carpet throughout. 5 piece ensuite off your Master with his/her sinks. Your basement is fully finished with a wet bar and walkout to your beautifully landscaped backyard. Nothing more to do then move in and enjoy 497 Cheryl Place. Call today for your personal viewing! MLS®363391277
90 MiChael Grass CresCent • $250,000
A sound investment is what you’ll find in 90 Michael Grass. 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow with a carport in an excellent location! With a little loving touch this home would be a great place to hang your hat! MLS®360100106.
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147 GranGe Cres., napanee • $236,900
All brick carpet free bungalow nestled in the heart of Napanee within walking distance to schools! Your instantly warmed by the sunshine streaming into the generously sized living room windows. Eat in kitchen with patio doors to deck overlooking your backyard! 3 bedrooms with an ensuite off your master! Lower level is fully finished with an additional 3 piece bath & bedroom! Call today for your personal viewing! MLS®450950099.
964 riCk hansen CresCent • $379,900
Beautiful all brick 2 storey home in desirable West End with an excellent School District. The principal rooms exude an easy living lifestyle from the convenient main floor laundry room to the carpet free flooring. Cozy Vermont Castings gas fireplace in both living room & den, separate dining room, kithen with an island, updated backsplash & quart countertops and patio doors to your massive deck! Upper level has 3 bedrooms, two (yes two!) Jacuzzi tubs with the Master boasting his & hers walk in closets! Lower level is almost finished with an additional bedroom for your teenager or guests just awaiting your finishing touches on the bathroom! The exterior is an entertainers dream with your afore mentioned huge deck, above ground pool and hot tub. MLS®360940170.
502 Barnsley CresCent • $329,900
Beautiful turn key bungalow in desirable West End location close to schools & Lemoines Point. Take a walk through this immaculate 3+1 bedroom 2.5 half bath home and you will not be disappointed. Featuring bright, carpet free principal rooms with a separate dining room, generously sized kitchen with ample cupboard space and island with granite counter top. Master bedroom boasts walk in closet & 2 piece en-suite. Lower level has an additional bedroom, bath/laundry room & walkout to your backyard complete with new 16 x 24 cedar deck. Call today for your personal showing! MLS® 362710274
2774 RAILTON ROAD • $269,900
Welcome home to 2774 Railton Road, cozy country charm at its finest! Just move in and enjoy all the updates included flooring, kitchen counter, and heat pump in 2014. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central vac, Central A/C, a separate dining room, kitchen island, all appliances included, plenty of natural light on main floor, and patio doors off the living room to your 12’ x 16’ deck overlooking your beautifully secluded 1 acre lot. Downstairs is fully finished complete with a good sized laundry room, den, walkout, and a computer nook that could easily be converted to a bar! With an attached garage & 2 sheds. Only 15 minutes from town and a short drive to Loughborough Public & Sydenham High School. Quick possession. MLS®362760162.
4572 red Maple • $689,900
Prepare to be awed from the moment you walk into this stunning Waterfront Oasis! Boasting high-efficiency propane boiler, in floor heating on lower level, engineered hardwood & ceramic throughout, walls of windows in virtually every room to enjoy the beautiful views of Loughborough Lake, & an exposed weathered Limestone chimney for the cold nights in winter. Patio doors from living room onto Veranda enjoying gorgeous year round Western sunsets. Upper level holds dining area, open concept granite kitchen with an Island & inclusive Stainless Steel appliances, a cozy nook, and a balcony overlooking lower level. Master bedroom with 4 piece Ensuite, walk in closet, and patio doors leading to private Veranda. MLS®362920125.
96 HERON LANE, TROY LAKE • $129,900
With Spring fast approaching take advantage of our mild Winter weather with this 3.8 acre Waterfront lot. Located on the peaceful Troy Lake, less then 3 miles from Whitefish Lake, and 5 miles from the Jones Falls Locks, both of which are part of the Rideau Canal Waterway. Those seeking solitude can build the home of their dreams on this quiet lake. Whether you enjoy swimming, water sports, or fishing this lake offers crappie, pike, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass, along with a variety of sunfish for the young Fisherman! The wooded lake front encourages plenty of Wildlife sighting! Severance possible. MLS®441080307
2907 Brewery street • $239,900
Tucked away in the heart of Sydenham is this cozy 1.5 storey country home. Featuring generously sized principal rooms with hardwood and ceramic throughout. Eat in kitchen has an island and tons of pantry space! Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with a uniquely shaped Master and fantastic whirpool tub!! Exterior offers a a huge detached garage perfectly suited for a handyman or those with a lot of toys! Close to all Village amenities! Call today for your personal viewing! MLS® 362790509
535 davis drive • $319,900
Quick closing available on this meticulously maintained all brick bungalow! Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an upgraded custom kitchen, and the luxury of no rear neighbours offering privacy for you and the family. Basement is partially finished awaiting your finishing touches! Pride of ownership is evident here. Call today for your personal viewing! MLS® 362660467
39 ChaMplain ave • $199,900
Looking for a Spring project? Look no further. This handymans dream is located in desirable Strathcona Park! Alll brick bungalow featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, a newer tin roof and a fantastic sized lot! If you’re not afraid to get your hands dirty this one is for you, TONS of potential!! Call today for your personal viewing! MLS® 360810003
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3262 Heska Cres, Inverary
1 1/2 storey, kitchen build-in dishwasher frig & stove, dining room walkout patio, laundry room washer dryer door to 10x25 deck with 10x10 gazebo, 3 bedroom, fireplace in rec room walkout basement breeze way to heated 2 car garage, 2 door openers, 1 1/2 acre lots of trees. Priced to sell at $369,900. Directions: Sydenham Road to Latimer Road to Davidson Road, left to Holmes Road to Heska Crescent. Host: Ron Lakins. MLS®362780501.
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1569 CRIMSON CRES.
1380 sq.ft., 3 bedrm, 3 bath townhome, open concept is spacious and inviting, large bright windows, walk out to deck. Master bdrm with 4 pc ensuite, main 4 pc, both with tiled tub surrounds, main fl 2 pc bath. Extras include high quality laminate flooring, poured concrete walkway, A/C, HRV, finished garage with epoxy floor, B/I home theatre speakers, wired for data, phone and TV in all rooms. $269,900
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259 VANGUARD
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LOOKING FOR A NEW CONDOMINIUM? • 2 bedroom suites • 9ft ceilings • In-suite laundry • Common room lounge • Fitness room • Covered balconies • Across from park • Located on public transit • Walking distance to groceries, restaurants and coffee shops
FALL 2016 OCCUPANCY • SALES CENTRE LOCATED AT 804 AUGUSTA DR!
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1133 SQ. FT., 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH
OPEN HOUSE HOURS WED – FRI 2-5, SAT & SUN 12:30-4, EXCEPT HOLIDAYS
SALES CENTRE LOCATED AT 804 AUGUSTA DRIVE
Deanna Hall Sales Representative
613.328.9250 Office: 613.384.1200
Good to be home.
613.583.8510
www.geertsma.com .geertsma.com
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John Breimer
Tammy Heath Gurr
Sales Representative
Your Total Real Estate Package!
Cell: 613-453-7621 Office: 613-384-5500 Email: jhbreimer@gmail.com Website: www.johnbreimer.com
www.gurreathomes.com Tammy Direct:(613) 583-0616 Heath Direct: (613) 985-2414
Beautiful country setting with gorgeous views combined with a convenient location and easy access to amenities. Well cared for elevated 3 bedroom bungalow with large principle rooms. Spacious eat-in kitchen with exit to the large rear yard deck providing a wonderful setting for entertaining or just relax and enjoy the serenity of the countryside. Basement features a huge rec room with wood stove and a walk-up to the back yard. Plenty of room for the toys in the oversized 24 x 30 detached insulated garage with hydro. High efficiency propane furnace (2012), HWT replaced in 2015. Don’t miss this tremendous opportunity. MLS®361410094
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76 Howard Lane
Stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on the Upper Rideau! This property has it all with level access, 240’ of waterfront, landscaped grounds, acreage, a 6 year old home with exceptional finishes and designs and all within 5 minutes of Westport. Waterfront living awaits! MLS®442620102
$274,900
405 Devil Lake Road
Beautiful country home located 5 minutes from Westport. Nicely upgraded with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, open-concept living, woodstove, rear deck and large private yard. Peaceful 4+ acre lot, well landscaped with mature trees and many gardens. A fantastic property! MLS®442600059
NEW PRICE
BUCK LAKE VIEW
$3
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With a laneway in place, drilled well and a building site cleared and ready to go, this 3 acre lot is a great location to build your water view dream home! Enjoy beautiful easterly views over Buck Lake. A 2008 Gulf Stream RV is onsite and can be purchased separately. MLS®362820055
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1147 Clark Road
Beautiful and private, 4 bedroom elevated bungalow on 2.16 acres in the Land O’Lakes region. Large deck with great views of Big Clear Lake plus an oversize double garage/ workshop. The bordering Trans-Canada Trail offers endless opportunity for outdoor recreation! MLS®361670229
www.gurreathomes.com
Sutton Group – Masters Realty Inc. Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated
3005 WILSON ROAD, HARROWSMITH
NEW LISTING
UPPER RIDEAU LAKE
Greg Enright* & Jenn Molleson**
627 BRAESIDE CRESCENT, KINGSTON 4+1 bdrm home located in a highly NEW desirable west end neighbourhood. PRICE Featuring 2 full baths and 2 half baths. Kitchen features island with built-in cook top and stainless canopy range hood, master bdrm features ensuite with jacuzzi tub, separate shower and in-floor heating. Hardwood flooring through most of the main level. Downstairs features rec room with gas fireplace, 2 pc bath. Double car garage. MLS®361020023
BUY* OR LIST* OR SELL* WITH
JOHN BREIMER
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*Some conditions apply. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers under contract. Only clients/customers of Sutton Group-Masters Realty Inc., Brokerage are Eligible
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Matt Mundell
Ryan Hanes
C: 613-540-1037
C: 613-876-7926
Sales Representative
Sales Representative
E: matt@kingstonSOLD.com 675 DAVIS DR # 504
E: ryan@kingstonSOLD.com
$253,000 291 OLD HAMBURG RD.
$549,000
848 DANBURY ROAD
$258,000
NEW PRICE
This spacious two bedroom Condo has so much to offer, starting with its terrific west end location. Generous sized rooms including a large master with full esuite and double closets. Enjoy the view and south east exposure from the large window banked solarium. Carpet, paint and trim updated in the last 5 years, air conditioners and window coverings included. The building features designated parking, an indoor pool, party and exercise rooms. A wonderful place to call home. MLS®367420100.
FRANKS RD, RIDEAU LAKES
Serenely set on a private, 5+ acre lot, this brick victorian home has been thoroughly refurbished including a large addition containing a living room, office, family room, large 3 season room with stone fireplace and massive attached garage. Features include - large principal rooms throughout, douglas fir floors, cherry cabinetry and granite in the kitchen, spectacular main bath with glass shower, radiant in floor heating in the family and living rooms, garage roughed in for in floor heating, finished studio/exercise room above the garage, spacious covered porch wrapping around 2 sides, heated on ground pool with decking, large storage outbuilding with multiple bays.
$27,000 WASHBURN ROAD
$69,900 SHALES ROAD
Build your dream home on this beautiful two acre lot located 15 minutes north of Kingston on washburn road. Features large level building site with mature trees and granite outcroppings. On the property. Close to many area lakes. Hydro is at the lot line, and high Treed building lot, just south of Elgin, offers privacy and an easy speed internet available. Price includes a drilled well which is to be drive to Kingston or the surrounding lakes. No well or driveway. installed prior to sale.
$69,900 605 TRUEDELL RD
Build your dream home on this beautiful 9 acre parcel of land located 25 minutes north of Kingston on quiet Shales Road. This lot has been severed and surveyed, and has hydro at the lot line, and many mature hardwood and softwood trees. Many year round homes located on Shales Road, on a school bus route this parcel offers privacy, serenity, & wildlife without being isolated. MLS® 15607119
Sutton Group – Masters Realty Inc. Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated
2073 SWANFIELD ST. $319,000
Freshly painted elevated Rubens III model, 1475 sq ft. featuring huge living/dining room, 3 bdrms, 4 piece ensuite with double sinks, vanity, walk-in closet, hard wood flooring in the living/ dining room and ceramic in kitchen and both bathrooms. Main floor laundry, with steam washer and dryer. Stainless steel appliances. No neighbours at the back. Unspoiled basement with rough-in for third bathroom. MLS®360841204.
AHMAD NAWAZ
Sales Person Cell: 613-539-1458 Email: ahmad.nawaz@century21.ca
www.century21.ca | 1642 Bath Rd. Kingston
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$349,000
605 Truedell offers the perfect combination of amazing location, with a large city lot while boasting a fully updated, tasteful home. Sure, all the mechanicals (roof, windows, furnace) have been updated in the last 10 years but it is the open concept living room, dining room, custom kitchen that will really impress you! Add to that, hardwood floors throughout, large private deck off of the kitchen, finished basement with walk up to the rear fully fenced yard, included appliances, large paved driveway and you have a stunning property to call home.
www.kingstonSOLD.com ARNOLD CAMPBELL
1209 CROSSFIELD AVE. $499,900 This 5 year old quality home built by Geertsma is close to shopping centres, parks and the 401 highway. 3+1 bdrms and 3 full baths. Huge master bdrm with ensuite and walk-in closet. Widened garage for big cars. Large kitchen with maple cabinetry. Basement finished. Private courtyard with patio in the back. Gas line for stove and BBQ. MLS®360861538.
Find great value here in this 3 bedroom bungalow sitting on a large city lot. This home includes maple hardwood flooring, large updated cooks kitchen, fireplace in the formal living room, dining room with doors to a screen veranda plus deck off kitchen. Updated main bathroom with soaker tub, newer thermal windows & doors on main floor, need appliances? Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer included here. Lower level features large finished family room with carpet flooring, and a large laundry/storage room roof reshingled 2015, forced air gas furnace and central air replaced 2014.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Direct: 613-329-8144 Office: 613-384-5500 EN E M OPOUS -3 P H 12 T SA
$564,000
68 WARTMAN ROAD, STONE MILLS MLS®450670081 10 acre potential hobby farm with commercial quality triple garage with 1 bedroom granny suite overhead ! Main house 4 bed 3 bath ICF Ontario Cottage style Construction. Property generates lots of options! L Y AL B T N ND EN E M E OP EK INT E O W PP A
$196,500
5771 HWY 38 HARTINGTON MLS®361430136 L Y AL D B NT EN EN ME P O EK INT E W PPO A
$204,900
597 MACDONNELL STREET MLS®360680017
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cell 613-530-0435 office Sutton Group-Masters Realty Inc., Brokerage EACH OFFICE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
L Y AL D B NT N E EN ME OP EK INT E W PPO A
$424,900
2801 PINE GROVE ROAD MLS® Stunning 3 bed 1.5 bath on 5.5 acres of gorgeous private waterfront on Rideau canal. 15 minutes to downtown Kingston. L Y AL B T N ND EN E M E OP EK INT E O W PP A
$309,000
4018 BURNETT RD, VERONA MLS®361430044
$189,000
391 RED CEDAR POINT ROAD MLS®450710124
L Y AL D B NT EN EN ME P O EK INT E W PPO A
$359,900
1394 STONERIDGE DR MLS®361110553
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OCT. 8TH, 2016
*Some conditions apply. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers under contract. Only clients/customers of Sutton Group-Masters Realty Inc., Brokerage are Eligible
Katharine
McClelland
Broker Sales Representative
Kim
Hugh Mosaheb
Donaldson Sales Representative
Sutton Group Masters Realty Inc., Brokerage 613.384.5500 Office
Sales Representative
613.561.7000 or 613.561.1677
Taking care of what’s important!
www.RealEstateKingstonOntario.ca
MASTERFULLY DESIGNED W/SUPREME ENSE 3 P Quality &U Lifestyle prevails in this custom, 3 year-old bungalow. Set in Deer Creek O OGlenburnie, 1- just minutes north of the City, it offers a peaceful setting Estates, N H convenience of City amenities within less than 10 minutes drive. This all with the U S stone bungalow offers 2 (could be 3) bedrooms on main level, A large, bright, chic
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This 10 year old home will wow you in more ways than one! 1900+ sq.ft., bright, well-built, full of great appeal, it boasts large kitchen w/cherry cabinetry, centre island bar, stainless steel appliances, full pantry, and access to covered wraparound porch, 3br’s up, ensuite w/Jacuzzi tub, great walk-in closet w/built-ins, upstairs laundry, mainflor den/office, 2pc. bath, bsmt is part finished w/walk-up to garage and has rough-in bath. Garage is over 1000 sq.ft., insulated and has in-floor heat (just requires connection), work bench. Truly a wonderful home w/possession as early as July! MLS 450600098. Dir: Cty Road 6 n through Yarker to Cty Rd 14. Continue through intersection. House on right. Approx. 30 mins from Kingston.
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4902 NORTH SHORE CRESCENT
Set on 29+ acres with 2 large ponds to kayak/canoe/fish or trails to ski, walk, atv, hunt... the outdoors enthusiast is certain to get their 175 money’s ROSEMUND worth! Even the kids mayCR. ditch This 3br, 1.5 bath city-central condo townhome offers great value and is ideal for one looking to do a little updating but the game-boys and computers and get outside! Imagine that! This home will please buy at a good price. Kitchen is very spacious and opens to back, partly fenced yard w/southern exposure, livingroom is all asvery it lends itself well to ispeople different pass-times... musiciansas early as August. $1013/month includes also spacious, bsmt ideal having for storage or hobbies can be aorrecroom. Possession condo property mortgage payment. be able to get itspace), even lower!!! MLS367070109. (great loftfee, over garage), tax, chefand (large, bright kitchen w/plentyMight of storage and counter book worm (library w/built-in bookshelves), mechanic (large, insulated garage w/ workshop N Y of power), beer/wine makers (prep room off garage at rear has water and having water $204,900 A &Alots?folks ? (plenty of level grassed areas to set up volleyball nets or play Frisbee, heat), CactiveSsports ? U L set up, Gardeners (lots of areas to grow your veggies!) and a POOL! Fun croquet, O trampoline Y forEall!AFloor plans, video available on our website. Call Kim. MLS 14601613 times
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815 LELAND ROAD
Great value in this 2 (could be 3) br home set on a private, quiet, well landscaped lot just 20 mins north of Kingston. Updated kitchen opens to lovely, bright sunroom, and out to a deck & above ground pool. Check out the updated bath, large recroom, walkout bsmt, , extra deep double car garage, large storage shed with loft,... New metal roof, lots of good water, lots of parking. If you hurry, you may still be able to enjoy the summer season of sun, fun, pool, and great times! With 5% down at 2.99%, your monthly mortgage payment BRING AN OFFER! could be $1032.47* per month!!! Can you imagine owning all of this for what 2613 FIFTH LAKE RD you likely pay in rent? Call Kim MLS 14603969 Feast your eyes on this home! 3br’s, 2 baths (1 being ensuite), large open concept kitchen ideal for those who like to cook and entertain, gas fp, mainfloor laundry, deck, covered verandah, walkout basement w/rough-in bath. Very bright w/ 163 PLEASURE WOLFE ISLAND plenty of windows, just a couple of mins to 4th & 5th Depot Lake (having public access), and 2.72POINT acresLANE, of trees & wildlife. MLS 361550255. Stunning, level, groomed waterfront lot just a hair under 1 acre...perfect to build
821 WINDERMERE • $449,900
• 50 - 60' Walkout Lots • Full Brick Exteriors • $5,000 bonus upgrade • Tray ceilings, gas fireplace • Hardwood & ceramic tile • 1690 sq.ft. Price
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Ensuite has marble and tile glass shower, 6’ soaker tub, private stall and access to master change room. Lower level is bright and offers plenty of space to enjoy including a 4th bedroom set-up. Triple car insulated garage, covered deck... many, many lovely features in this 2700 sq.ft. home. Floor plans, video, Extensive feature sheet all available on our website. Call Kim. MLS 14605676
A PACKAGE DEAL IS DESTINED ENTICE YOU! FIRST TO TIME BUYER??
Neighbourhoods You Can Call Home...
On a spacious 60’ wide lot. 1,720 sq/ft 3 bedroom is loaded with upgrades including full stone/brick exterior, hardwood and tile flooring, maple cabinetry with large island and extended breakfast bar, crown moulding, granite counters. Bright living room features 10' tray ceiling with cove mouldings and pot lighting plus beautiful gas fireplace. MLS®16600045. DIR: Westbrook Road to Windermere Drive
$422,900 Woodhaven West
THE SYDNEY 2 • Tray ceilings • Brick/siding • 9' ceilings • 1254 sq.ft. Price
$317,500
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Baxter North (Greenwood Park West)
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$499,900
lovely mix of sand, rock..great swimming! Year-round access, mature residents, 15 mins to ferry and all the amenities that Marysville has to offer. Video available on our website. Call Kim. MLS 14606051
$139,900
• HOMEWATERFRONT MARKET EVALUATION AFFORDABLE ON THE RIVER! • HOME MARKET PREPARATION 306 SPITHEAD RD. SUGGESTIONS
• SENIORS CONSULTATION • LISTINGS SENT TO YOU BASED UPON YOUR SEARCH CRITERIA • 1ST TIME HOME BUYER CRASH COURSE! BUY LIST SELL Set upon 2.19 acres, this viceroy home offers great views over the river, your access to 1000 Islands! 2br’s, 2 baths, vaulted ceiling on main level, stone fp, lower level w/walkout & walkup to over-sized, heated garage w/workshop w/boat storage below having access from back side of home. Awaiting your decorative touches, she’s a sweet deal at $499,900! Video, floor plans on my web. MLS363120646. *
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Open HOuse • saT & sun 2-4 pM 222 PAULINE TOM AVE • $509,900
Open HOuse • saT & sun 2-4 pM 183 PAULINE TOM AVE • $469,900
New, simply beautiful top quality Marques Homes in Greenwood Park West (Baxter North) Open concept lifestyle with over-sized great room. This 1811 sq. ft. bungalow is loaded with upgrades, 9 & 10 foot ceilings on main floor. Full brick and stone exterior, tray ceilings with cove trim, hardwood & ceramic tile throughout. Triple pane windows, gas fireplace, granite counter tops, central air conditioning, int./ext. pot lights, and covered rear area. The list goes on. DIR: Hwy 15 to Pauline Tom Ave.
Full stone and brick exterior, open concept main floor with gas fireplace in living room, and custom curved stairs to basement, coffered and tray ceilings with coving-9 foot and 10 foot ceilings. Full ensuite with tile shower and frameless glass doors, double sink and make-up vanity area. Granite counter tops, pot lights. Lot is fully sodded and driveway is paved. MLS®15610850. DIR: Hwy 15 to Pauline Tom Ave.
From start to finish, we make sure every detail is everything you want in a new home. • • • •
• Flexible floor plan designs to suit your life style • Extra deep & walk out lots available • Optional granite countertops
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561 ARMSTRONG UNIT 214
16 BAYSHORE BATH
132 ISLANDVIEW DR
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MLS# 451311982 | $329,900
MLS# 367450039 | $157,500
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159 BRAEMAR RD
1524 CRIMSON CRES
6190 BANK ST, VERONA
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