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NEW YEAR, NEW BEGINNINGS

Chelsea Estates!

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1310–14th Avenue SW

Wyldewood Estates Urban life in a Garden Oasis Bonaventure Drive

9700 Bonaventure Dr., SE

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• Spacious, renovated, 2 & 3 bedroom garden suites with storage • 17 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds with playground, gazebo and pathways throughout • Social room, 24 hour fitness room and laundry on every floor • Close to schools, shopping, transit, and entertainment • Spacious kitchen area • Pet friendly

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2 bdrm starting at $1,100 3 bdrm starting at $1,340

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Southland Dr SW & Macleod Trail

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Live only blocks from the Bow River, with its surrounding parks, biking & walking paths!

Rents starting at $950

Heritage Place

Welcome to Heritage Place Conveniently located in Calgary, Alberta. 820 5 Ave SW. A Family building, our one & two bedroom apartments come with a fridge, stove, dishwasher, and a large in-suite storage room. South and north-facing suites have large balconies. Some units offer mountain views.

Intercom camera to securely view visitors and garbage chutes on every floor. Large modern laundry room onsite. One-bedroom suites are approximately 750 square feet.

1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE Water & Heat Included In-suite storage On-site laundry facilities On-site management Assigned parking

Balcony, deck or patio Underground parking Carpet Elevator Pets allowed

403-263-8388

Smart Card Laundry Dishwasher Wi-Fi Access Window Coverings View

Lookup ID:4R7940 at 4Rent.ca 820 5 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0N3 January 7–21, 2022

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Rocky Mountain Estates M O B I L E

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We have mobile home lots available for rent.

• Full municipal services available.

• Tenant is responsible for gas and power.

525

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per month pad rent including water/sewer

5311 60 Street, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta

403.848.0031 Lookup ID: 4R11315 at 4Rent.ca

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INGLEWOOD

NEW LUXURY RENTALS RENTS STARTING AT $1,360

1 YEAR FREE WI-FI AND CABLE LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE IN CANADA’S GREATEST NEIGHBOURHOOD The Irvine in Inglewood is a six story building, featuring 59 New Luxury Residential Units for RENT. Pet Friendly building. These modern 1 Bedroom Units feature high-end finishings, including European inspired kitchens, gas BBQ hook ups, as well as AIR CONDITIONING AND IN SUITE WASHER & DRYER.

AMAZING VIEW SUITES AVAILABLE! PLUS

1 MONTH FREE RENT!

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905 13th St SE info.irvinecalgary@gmail.com

403-248-3000

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CALGARY REGION GUIDE

ACCOUNT MANAGER Carolyn Porteous carolyn@mediaclassified.ca 780.984.4902 GROUP SALES MANAGER Randi Segal randi.segal@mediaclassified.ca MANAGER CUSTOMER SALES & SERVICE Marilyn Watling marilyn@mediaclassified.ca PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER Leo Racioppo leo@mediaclassified.ca

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SPOTLIGHT

CHELSEA ESTATES – 1310–14th Avenue SW: Walking distance to 3 grocery stores, restaurants & 17th Avenue shopping.

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16 22 26 THE VIEW

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Fireside Property Group

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f you are looking for an expe- and provides an exception high-qualrienced property management ity rental experience. company that exceeds your exPresident McMullen was formerly pectations in Calgary, Alberta – responsible for managing Prestigious look no further than Fireside Proper- Properties growing portfolio of multity Group. With a focus on providing family assets in Western Canada. Before superior, client-focused management working at Prestigious Properties, Mr services and a commitment to McMullen worked and manfoster win/ win relationships aged for Gateway Property between property owners and Management, Canada’s largtheir residents, Fireside Properest property management ty Group embraces and deploys firm. As well as TransGlobe, the best practices and highest Canada’s 3rd largest apartbusiness standards in the propment building owner, and Reerty management industry.

Keith McMullen, alstar Management Limited, Fireside Property Group has BA, President President McMullen carries rentals available that offer the an impressive level of underperfect combination of accessibility standing and knowledge surrounding and convenience, in conjunction with the property management industry. local amenities and services that you depend on. As a leader in the property management industry in Calgary, they create an unparalleled renting experience that places a focus on the needs of their tenants and creates a community that provides an excellent experience. Although headquartered in Calgary, Alberta – Fireside Property Group also has available rentals in Edmonton and Sudbury, Ontario.

The properties available to rent under their management team offer nothing but quality residential accommodations and a rental price point you will love. Well maintained and regularly updated, residents can be confident that will they will be renting with a company that knows and understands what they want and need most out of a rental property.

As a licensed Real Estate Broker, a former president of the Calgary Residential Rental Association, and with over 20 years of experience, Fireside Property Group is lead by the president, Keith McMullen, BA. President McMullen has created a company that identifies the needs of renters

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Renting an apartment is not just about a place to live – it is about your lifestyle. When you rent from Fireside Property Group in Calgary, you can feel confident that you have picked a company that keeps your needs in mind. With a focus on responsibility and reliability, their business is not just about providing apartments for rent – it is about the people who live in them and providing them with a premium rental experience unlike any other.

Are you on the hunt for your next perfect rental apartment? Choose a property management company that has built their business with you in mind – pick Fireside Property Group. ■

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NORTH EAST

CASTLEVIEW PARK

67 CASTLERIDGE DRIVE NE

1 BEDROOMS $ from

850

2 BEDROOMS $ from

1,000

• Lots of storage

• One assigned parking stall per unit

• 3 appliances

• Quiet North East residential area

• Hook-ups for washer & dryer

• Close to schools

587.329.2203

• Coin-operated laundry room

• Near shops, restaurants & banks

Lookup ID: 4R5643 at 4Rent.ca

• Balcony or patio on each unit

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TEMPLE GREEN 3101, 231 Templegreen Dr NE • 1 Bedroom starting at $920 • 2 Bedrooms available now at $1,080 and up • In-suite storage • Heat & hot water • Washer/dryer hookups in unit or card laundry in building • Some suites with air conditioners • Fridge, stove & dishwasher • Easy access to airport, Deerfoot Trail, bus routes & Whitehorn LRT Station • Close to Recreation facility & other amenities • Underground or surface parking

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Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm After hours appointments readily accommodated.

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DALGETTY VILLAGE 102D 5735 Dalgetty Drive NW • 1 & 2 bedrooms • Two level, 2 bedroom suites • Fridge, stove, dishwasher • Electricity, heat & hot water • Bus routes steps away, close to LRT • Blocks away from excellent shopping centers • Close to U of C

587-329-2211 Lookup ID: 4R2335 at 4Rent.ca

Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm After hours appointments readily accommodated.

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RAINTREE VILLAGE 7101–6651 Ranchview Dr NW • 2 bedrooms available now • Fridge, stove, dishwasher • Heat & hot water • Fireplace • In-suite & outdoor storage • Balconies or patio • Church, community centre & schools all in walking distance • Easy access to LRT & bus routes • Outdoor pool

587.315.5416 Lookup ID: 4R2606 at 4Rent.ca

Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm After hours appointments readily accommodated.

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NORTH WEST

Families Welcome!

SILVER HEIGHTS 101 Silverthorn Road NW • 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms • Fridge, stove, dishwasher • Heat & hot water • Fireplace • In-suite & outdoor storage • Squash & tennis courts • Easy access to LRT and bus routes • Walking distance to Bow River

587-329-2213

Lookup ID: 4R2346 at 4Rent.ca

Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm After hours appointments readily accommodated.

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how to establish a

household budget

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ousehold budgets can help families thrive and survive should unforeseen financial issues arise. Establishing a household budget is no small task, as numerous factors must be considered to come up with a budget that secures families’ futures without sacrificing their everyday quality of life.

finances

To develop a budget everyone in the household can live with, heads of household should first get a firm grasp of their finances. First determine how much money is coming in and how much money is in savings. Then make a list of the family’s financial obligations, including costs associated with housing, food, transportation, utilities, and other monthly bills like student loan payments. Be thorough in this examination and you should get an idea of how you’re spending your money and where you can make any cuts if need be.

behaviors

Heads of household should make honest assessments of their behaviors with regard to money. Are you prone to impulse shopping? How closely do you track your daily spending? Can you cut back on certain daily expenses, such as morning cups of coffee from the coffee shop or restaurant lunches?

While you might have little leeway with regard to large expenses like car and housing payments, you can likely save substantial amounts of money by cutting back on small, daily expenses that can add up to substantial amounts of money over time.

Track your behaviors with regard to “spending

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money,” jotting down each purchase you make, no matter how small it seems. After a couple of weeks tracking your daily spending, a picture of your financial behaviors should develop and you can then see if there are any areas where you can save money.

determining a need versus a want

Once you see how you behave financially, you can then make a list of those daily and monthly expenses that qualify as a need and those that fall into the “want” category. For example, morning coffee might be a need, but why not brew that coffee at home and take it with you rather than buying a costly cup at the coffee shop near your office each day? You can keep some of the items that fall onto your want list as a daily or monthly reward, but try to eliminate those that are compromising your monthly finances. And remember to include contributions to a savings account in your list of needs.

build your budget

A firm grasp of income, bills and behaviors and the knowledge of what’s a need versus a want should put heads of household in position to develop their budgets. Stick to your budget for a month and then assess how you and your family adjusted. While the adjustment might prove difficult at first, by the end of the first month you might notice any financial-related stress you had been feeling has begun to dissipate, and you might even make an effort to tighten the purse strings a little more as you look to save more money. ■ — Metro Creative

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Establishing a household budget is no small task, as numerous factors must be considered to come up with a budget that secures families’ futures without sacrificing their everyday quality of life.

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Prince’s Crossing

738 3rd Avenue SW

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF EAU CLAIRE, ONE BLOCK FROM PRINCE’S ISLAND PARK Heat & Water Included FEATURES • Covered parking available (for fee) • Friendly on-site staff • Secured entry • Close to public transit • On-site gym, sauna, laundry & storage

1 & 2 Bedrooms Please contact

587.318.4224 or adavis@larlyn.com 4Rent.ca

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Updated Units available with Hardwood Style Flooring!

SECURITY DEPOSIT FOR 55+

Renovated 1 bedroom plus den apartment with quartz counter tops and new kitchen cupboards, fantastic view.

Limited time reduced rent on selected 2 bedroom apartment with a one year lease term.

1 Bedroom

1,125

$ from

1 Plus Den

1,195

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2 Bedroom

1,225

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• Walking distance to 3 grocery stores, restaurants & 17th Avenue shopping

• Fitness facility & billiards room

• All new appliances

• On-site management

• Large in-suite storage rooms

• Building security

• Laundry facilities

• Heat & water included

• Large balconies with incredible views

• Multiple transit options

• Outside or underground parking

SHORTER LEASE TERMS OFFERED FOR STUDENTS!

• Adult building • Pet Friendly!

587.329.2202

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CENTRAL

20 GRID 5 is a centrally located high-rise apartment building in downtown Calgary that offers great views of the city. Located nearby are pubs and eateries on every corner. Our spacious apartment suites for rent provide residents with access to a fully-equipped fitness centre, laundry facilities and an expansive outdoor pool deck. For peace of mind, Grid 5 offers the advantage of on-site security, as well as security cameras.

Grid 5 offers the ultimate urban lifestyle in downtown Calgary with its central location, first-rate amenities, conveniences, luxury and affordability.

STUDIO & 1 BEDROOMS available • Cat Friendly

• Laundry

• Elevator

• Parking

• Fitness Centre

587.355.0987 Lookup ID: 4R3171 at 4Rent.ca

Grid5.Killam@aptleasing.info 618 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB

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CENTRAL

FREE EARLY MOVE-IN for Continental Towers and Mount Royal House

WRE Development Ltd.

CONTINENTAL TOWERS

500

$

920-9TH AVE. SW

DEPOSITS*

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MOUNT ROYAL HOUSE 140-10TH AVE. SW

BACHELOR from$975

COVENTRY PLACE 525-75TH AVE. SW

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AVAILABLE FEBRUARY

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587.316.4143

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GLENBROOK VILLAGE 4915-35TH AVE. SW 2 BDRM from$1,095 3 BDRM from$1,250

587.316.4147

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hether it’s an explosion in the oven, a major spill on the floor, or a ruined dessert at the last minute, we all have our hot buttons in the kitchen.

Don’t let kitchen nightmares keep you from eating healthy with these insights into common cooking pet peeves and some helpful hints for dealing with them.

1. Post-cooking cleanup. From washing dishes to wiping up countertops and floors, nearly half of Canadian adults (49 percent) list “cleaning up after they’re done cooking” as among their biggest pet peeves when preparing a meal in their kitchen, according to a recent Moen survey, conducted online by Harris Poll. The easiest way to avoid a mess? Cleaning as you go. Keep spills at bay by wiping them up right away, put dishes you’re done using in the sink instead of letting them clutter the counter, and use as few utensils as possible to minimize the amount you’ll have to wash.

Thirty-six percent of Canadians also list “removing grease/tough residue from dishes” as a top pet peeve.

Combat caked-on messes by rinsing dishes immediately after using or eating so the food doesn’t harden. If you’ve forgotten, soak dishes in soapy water before putting them in the dishwasher to ensure tough-to-rinse foods will come clean. And be

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sure to choose a kitchen faucet with a powerful spray to make removing stuck-on foods that much easier, and provide more force to get tough jobs done.

2. Flying solo. When it comes to preparing food, one is definitely the loneliest number. One of the biggest pet peeves of Canadians when preparing a meal is “having to do it all by themselves.” To lessen the burden, divide the responsibility among members of the household, assigning each person a designated night to whip something up (or buy takeout!). Meal prep is also a great excuse for some family bonding time.

Get kids excited to help out by letting them choose the menu, such as homemade pizzas, or challenge your spouse to assist you with a new recipe at least once a week, so cooking feels like a fun activity, not a burden.

3. Sticky fingers. From baking ooey gooey brownies to making a batch of mama’s famous meatballs, cooking often means getting your hands dirty. And that’s not always a pleasant experience, especially when it comes time to wash them. Nearly one quarter of Canadians (23 percent) say “trying to use the sink faucet with dirty hands” is among their biggest pet peeves when preparing a meal in their kitchen.

Make washing up easier by installing a hands-free faucet that detects your movement, setting water flow in motion, allowing you to speed through everyday tasks with greater ease and efficiency. ■ — News Canada

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Don’t let kitchen nightmares keep you from eating healthy with these insights into common cooking pet peeves and some helpful hints for dealing with them.

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Families Welcome! cedars of calgary 215 86th Avenue s.e.

• 1 & 2 Bedrooms available • 3 Bedrooms waiting list • Fridge, stove, dishwasher & garburator • Heat & water included • Wood burning fireplace • In-suite & outdoor storage AM–5:00PM PM Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00AM Squash & tennisreadily courts After •hours appointments accommodated.

• Min to LRT and Heritage Station

587-329-2209 Lookup ID: 4R2298 at 4Rent.ca Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00AM–5:00PM After hours appointments readily accommodated.

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• 1 & 2 bedrooms • Fridge, stove & dishwasher • Heat, water & 1 parking stall • In-suite & outdoor storage • Squash & tennis courts • Bus9:00 toAMCanyon Hours: Mon–Fri –5:00PM Meadows LRT After hours•appointments Fireplace readily accommodated.

• Families welcome

587-329-2212 Lookup ID: 4R2604 at 4Rent.ca Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00AM–5:00PM After hours appointments readily accommodated.

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make the year ahead

clutter-free M any people feel the dawn of a new year provides an opportunity to clean the slate and begin anew. That notion can be applied in various ways, including around the house.

Cleaning the slate at home may involve reducing clutter around the house. Clutter can gradually overtake a home’s interior, turning a once pristine home into one overwhelmed with nonessential items. Clearing a home of clutter can seem like a monumental task, but the following tips can help homeowners and apartment dwellers make the year ahead clutter-free.

• Scan important documents and save them on a computer. Some documents cannot be discarded, but that does not mean they have to be stored in bulky file cabinets or desk drawers. Scan important documents such as medical receipts or tax returns and save them on your computer where they won’t take up any physical space. Purchase an external hard drive as a safety net where you can store backups of important doc-

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uments in case a computer crashes and cannot be rebooted.

• Thin out DVD and CD libraries. Thanks to streaming services and digital music players, DVDs and compact discs have become somewhat obsolete. Discard or donate DVDs that you can just as easily stream through your television, and convert compact discs to digital files that you can play on your computer and MP3 players, ultimately donating the discs and clearing space.

• Purchase furniture that doubles as storage. Storage ottomans and benches can help clear common areas and bedrooms of clutter such as blankets and bed linens that can make rooms feel more claustrophobic. Storage furniture might not get excess items out of the house, but such furnishings can create a more comfortable, welcoming environment.

• Switch to e-statements for bank documents and utility bills. Paper is a big contributor to household clutter. That’s still the case even though many adults now pay

the majority of their bills online.

When given the chance to choose between paper or e-statements, opt for the latter so bills and bank statements don’t pile up on your desk or throughout your home office. If you still want to keep important bills and bank statements, download them to your computer and keep them in a designated folder on your desktop.

• Adopt an “out with the old, in with the new” mantra. Resolve to discard old items after purchasing new ones or receiving birthday or holiday gifts. Hanging on to old items because they can still function and serve some utility is a recipe for a cluttered home. Anytime you or a family member brings a new item into your home, make sure the item it’s replacing finds its way out the door.

Clearing clutter is a goal for many people at the dawn of a new year. As intimidating as clutter can seem, discarding it is easier than it may appear. ■ — Metro Creative

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COACHMAN HOUSE 20 Patterson Blvd SW • 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites • Heat & water included • Wood burning fireplace • Sunken living rooms • Vaulted ceilings on the third floor • In-suite & outdoor storage • Oak cabinets • Five kitchen appliances • Only steps away from bus stop

587.329.2210 Lookup ID: 4R2605 at 4Rent.ca

Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm After hours appointments readily accommodated.

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pack like a pro

t’s no big secret moving can be stressful – from broken dishes to lost items. But there are a few things you can do to make the whole process a little easier on the nerves.

‘Always stack dishes upwards and never use newsprint to wrap fine china as it can be messy to clean.’

Start by planning your moving day well in advance. Once you select your moving company, book your reservations two to four weeks before your scheduled move day to guarantee availability.

Next, it’s time to roll up those sleeves and begin boxing up your household or office space. Choosing boxes to do this may not be as much of a no-brainer as you’d presume:

• Boxes of books get heavy fast so ensure to use only small boxes when it comes to these items. Apply this general rule to everything you’re packing: the heavier the item, the smaller the box.

BY CHUCK RESNICK

Assign boxes to specific rooms.

Avoid mixing items from different rooms in the same box – it can make for a frustrating unpacking process or a wild goose-chase if you’re looking for kitchen utensils in the living • Emptying the closet can be room box. Keep a record an organizing nightmare. of what goes into which Use specific wardrobe box so you can find what boxes to simplify the proyou need instantly. cess. To save space, clothes When it comes to large in drawers can be packed appliances, take a peek Chuck Resnick at the owner’s manuals into suitcases. to see if there are special instructions • As tempting as it may be to pick up for moving. used cardboard boxes from the groPacking breakables requires the cery store, don’t. You never know upmost care. Always stack dishes what little critter is hiding in the upwards and never use newsprint corner of food boxes – or if the box to wrap fine china as it can be messy will be strong enough to support to clean. Instead, choose protective your possessions. In fact, don’t use packing paper or bubble wrap. used boxes in general; you don’t With these tips and a few deep know how much weight they can breaths, you’re well on your way to a handle or how much weight they’ve smooth-sailing move. Visit twomen.ca already handled. for a location near you. ■ Chuck Resnick is vice-president, marketing and operations at Two Men and A Truck – Canada®.

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