4Rent – Greater Toronto Area – July 15, 2023

Bayview Towers

LIFE IS ABOUT CHOICES THIS ONE IS EASY

MAPS .................. PAGE 5

MOVERS

How to pack safely ..... PAGE 8

CLASSIFIEDS .... PAGE 34

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Toronto

2575 Danforth Avenue Toronto

• Adjacent to Main Station – TTC Subway and GO Train Stop

• On-site city community centre and daycare

• Transitioning to 100% smoke-free living • Laundry facilities

• 24/7 on-site staff and security

• Fully renovated Jr. 1, 1, 1+den, 2 and 3 bedroom suites • Open-concept kitchen • Stainless steel appliances including dishwasher and over-the range microwave • Designer cabinetry, stone countertops, recessed lighting in kitchen • Custom roller blinds • Private balconies with most suites

how to pack safely

BY CHUCK RESNICK

Considering the importance our “stuff” has in making us feel comfortable in our surroundings, these items deserve special thought and care. Thinking ahead is the best thing you can do when it comes to making arrangements, packing, etc. Organization should be your mantra, efficiency your goal.

If you are doing the packing, look ahead to lifting, stacking and unpacking the boxes during your move. People often run to the grocery or liquor store to pick up cartons, and then use newspaper as cushioning. Although this approach can save you a few dollars, in the long run, you may pay for it in stress, time and broken items.

During the packing itself, be generous with whatever you are using to cushion your things, especially fragile items. People often cram too much in each box in an attempt to keep the number of cartons down. As good as that sounds, it can backfire, as too many items with not enough cushioning may shift during transportation and damage each other. In addition, someone will have to lift each box and place it into the moving vehicle.

dence, place things such as garbage bags, tissues, dish liquid, etc. into the car. You should also carry valuables such as jewelry, your laptop, important papers and the like separately from the bulk of your items.

Instead, think about purchasing cartons and packing paper from the professional mover you’ve chosen. The boxes come in uniform small, medium and large sizes, which are easy to stack in a moving truck or van. Trust me, this convenience is huge on moving day. Unlike newspaper, packing paper does not leave behind ink that then has to be cleaned during an already hectic time in your life.

Packing too many heavy items into one container can result in no one being able to pick it up, or worse yet, the box breaking from the weight. Common sense dictates that heavier items be packed in smaller boxes, and vice versa. And did I mention labeling?

Again, a little common sense goes a long way to success at the other end. When you pack the moving vehicle, remember to place the boxes you’ll need first, last – and label accordingly with the contents and which room it goes into. Even better, if you are driving to your next resi-

Another way to apply common sense to packing is to look at each item with the thought, do I really need or use this? Especially if you are moving from a house into a condominium suite or apartment, paring down possessions is important. The fewer things you move, the less your move will cost in terms of time and money. And speaking of money, if your budget allows, hire movers to do your packing and transporting. We do this every day, and we have it all down to an efficient system. Professional movers want our moves to go smoothly as much as our clients do.

Everyone is born with common sense, but few use it. If you are planning a move, I encourage you to be one of those savvy few! Visit www.twomen.ca for a location near you. ■

Chuck Resnick is vice-president, marketing and operations at Two Men and A Truck – Canada®.

When it comes to moving, a little common sense goes a long way in transporting your belongings to your destination so that they arrive in good shape and on time.

Common sense dictates that heavier items be packed in smaller boxes, and vice versa.

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seven items 16 THE VIEW

My apartment is a nonstop question zone. I have very limited space, yet still enough space to constantly be asking myself “Why did I buy this? And

this? And that!” I’ll admit, when I moved into my first apartment I got a little excited and, despite budget restraintes (zero budget), I went a little crazy with what I considered investments.

It’s not that all the items in my apartment are totally useless. It just took me some time to figure out they don’t all fit with my kind of lifestyle. Still, I like to think I’m not the only one to blame. Seriously,

no one could have warned me not to buy any of these seven ridiculous items?

sound system:

Besides the fact I would actually like to be on good terms with my neighbours, a sound system is just not at all necessary for my tiny apartment. Let’s face it, the sound from my iPhone speakers reach from the kitchen to my bathroom just fine.

eleptical

Everyone who owns a piece of exercise equipment knows they don’t use it half as much as they should. Then there’s the fact I’m constantly bumping into it when I get out of bed in the morning.

king size bed

About 2/3 of the furniture I assembled from IKEA seemed a lot smaller online then in my actual rental. Now my bedroom looks like it could belong to Shrek.

luxury kitchen appliances

Kitchen appliances like a blender, Vitamix, and KitchenAid, I consider a luxury because you have to have the luxury of having a decent amount of counter and cupboard space to be able to use and store any of these items. Do you know how many different produces go into a Martha Stewart smoothie?

decorative pillows

How many pillows can you fit onto one sofa? The answer is a lot! The pillows look great. The only thing is I’m

constantly looking for space to place all these pillows when it comes the time to sit on the only couch in my apartment. If you haven’t guessed yet – it happens a lot.

lounge chair

Summertime is so short. You better believe I invested in a state-of-the-art lounge chair to make the most of my balcony. The only thing is, the lounge chair is now the only thing that fits on my balcony. Any suggestions on where to store a lounge chair now that it’s winter?

vaccum cleaner

I really had the best intentions to keep my rental as clean as possible when I moved in. Of course, that meant I had to invest in the right cleaning appliances. The thing is when you have a small space, ends up your cutting edge vaccum cleaner doesn’t fit under any of the funiture and appliances which take up like 90 percent of your space. Just one more 12 pound item for me to store.

Now, I wonder how much I can sell these items on Kijiji for... ■

Twitter @justbejealous www.justbejealous.com

— Jennifer Braun is a freelance lifestyle writer from Montreal. When she isn’t writing about her city and its fashion scene, she’s watching Sex and the City reruns and planning her next big story.

I have very limited space, yet still enough space to constantly be asking myself “Why did I buy this?

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create more closet space without major renovations

Closet space is at a premium in many homes and apartments. Many older homes were not built to accommodate large wardrobes, while rental properties are often designed to maximize living space at the expense of storage.

Closets vary depending on the size of the home, but many tend to be a minimum of 24 inches deep so they can store garments without the clothes brushing against the walls. Bedroom and hallway closets can be four feet in length or more. Walk-in closets are the largest options, but such spaces tend to only be available in modern homes or custom-built properties.

It is not always practical or possible to undergo renovations to create more closet space. Apart from moving to a new residence, homeowners or renters must evaluate the space they have and make some more efficient choices in how they utilize available areas.

clear out clutter

The first step to more closet space is to eliminate unused items. Clothing that no longer fits or items that can be stored elsewhere should be removed from the closet. Donate as much as possible. Some organizations will even pick up donations at your convenience.

upgrade hangers and rods

Replace existing hangers with slimmer, more uniform alternatives that more easily fit into your closet. In addition, remove empty hangers, which are likely just taking up space.

style cabinet doors to offer access. In such areas, store seasonal items that you won’t need to reach for each day. Keep a step stool close by for easy accessibility.

Consider dual closet rods if space will allow them. Hang the second rod below an area reserved for shorter clothing to achieve a twotiered design. Grouping short items together also can free up valuable floor space.

stack taller

Many closets are as tall as the ceilings of the rooms where they’re located. However, the upper area may go unused because if it is not easy to reach. Install shelving above the closet rod with small swing-out

In small rooms, homeowners may want to find another way to utilize vertical space. A loft bed, which raises the bed up to a level where it might be on the top bunk of a bunk bed, will free up plenty of storage space beneath the bed. This can be turned into a floor closet.

create storage for small items

Bookends, bins, boxes and drawers can be used to contain items that don’t easily conform to closets. These may be purses, scarves, ties, and more. Don’t overlook the possibilities of hanging items on the wall inside the closet or on the back of closet doors.

When finishing closet makeovers, be sure to install lighting inside the closet so items are more visible. ■ — Metro Creative

Apart from moving to a new residence, homeowners or renters must evaluate the space they have and make some more efficient choices in how they utilize available areas

Canada’s Food Guide wants us to eat together

Our food preferences and eating habits have evolved and so has Canada’s Food Guide. While still focusing on establishing healthy nutritional habits, the revamped version also puts an emphasis on how we eat.

Eating together is not only a great way to instill new habits and achieve our nutrition goals, it also allows us to find our passion for cooking, nutrition, and sustainability as a family. To help make the most of mealtime, it is also recommended that we put away our devices and enjoy quality time with our loved ones.

This is also a great opportunity to cook together. Getting the kids involved is a great way to teach good nutritional habits that can last them a lifetime. When working to establish new habits, try to set goals to help your family remain accountable and have fun tracking your progress along the way.

Setting goals to incorporate the new recommendations from the guide can be as easy as setting aside one day a week to meal-prep for the week ahead, planning a weekly dinner with friends or extended family, making the commitment to go meatless on Mondays or introducing new recipes to your repertoire.

The new food guide stresses the importance of the healthy plate, which is a very simple way to think about balance and portion size. The model is half vegetables while the rest of the plate is balanced out with whole grains and protein-rich foods. When it comes to serving healthy proteins, try new, sustainable alternatives. Why not try swapping out ground meats in recipes for black beans and crumbled tofu on taco night or chickpeas and lentils in chili or shepherd’s pie.

Try incorporating the new guidelines into your routine with this simple and quick one-pan puttanesca. We’ve swapped out the pasta for zucchini noodles, to squeeze some extra veggies onto your plate.

Loblaws.ca has a great tool available on their website as part of its Raise a Food Lover initiative to help you and your family get cooking together and keep track of your goals. ■

— News Canada

One-Pan Zucchini Noodle and White Bean Puttanesca

Ready in: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

• 2 tbsp (25 mL) olive oil, divided

• 1 cup (250 mL) cherry tomatoes

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp (2 mL) salt

• ¼ tsp (1 mL) freshly ground black pepper

• Pinch (0.5 mL) hot pepper flakes

Directions:

• 1 can (540 mL) no-salt added white kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• ¼ cup (50 mL) whole Kalamata olives, drained, pitted and sliced

• 1 tbsp (15 mL) capers, drained and rinsed

• 1 pkg (340 g) spiralized zucchini

veggie noodles

• 1/4 cup (50 mL) torn fresh basil

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden; 2 to 3 minutes.

Set aside.

3. Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add veggie noodles; cook, tossing and stirring often until tender-crisp; 1 to 2 minutes. Add tomato mixture; cook, stirring to coat, until heated through; about 1 minute. Sprinkle with basil.

2. Add garlic, salt, black pepper and hot pepper flakes. Cook, stirring often until fragrant; about 1 minute. Add beans; cook, stirring often until heated through; 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in olives and capers. Transfer to large bowl.

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583-689 BARBER AVE, LISTOWEL

Living the country life just 30 minutes from Kitchener! This quality condominium rental complex is located in the thriving & growing town of Listowel. Affordable, clean & undergoing extensive ongoing renovations & updates, this property is ideal for mature or retired individuals, as well as professionals who commute to Kitchener/Waterloo, Guelph, Stratford or the London area. Backing directly onto nature trails & green space, you are within a short walk to local schools & churches. All major shopping, banking & retailers are located directly in Listowel including Walmart, Canadian Tire, Zehr’s, Shopper’s Drug Mart & several Tim Horton’s! There is also a beautiful downtown core along with a local hospital. This development boasts spacious 1, 2, and 3 bedroom suite designs with laundry facilities on each floor. With continuing upgrades & renovations, this charming location will continue to be an attractive and affordable place to call home. Our friendly staff is on-site 24/7. Located on the scenic Perth Country Trails system, you can enjoy everything nature has to offer, small town charm & friendliness and still be close to the city! Inquire today!

Water & heat are included; hydro (electricity) is extra.

2575 Danforth Avenue Toronto

& 3

• Adjacent to Main Station – TTC Subway and GO Train Stop

• On-site city community centre and daycare

• Transitioning to 100% smoke-free living

• Laundry facilities

• 24/7 on-site staff and security

• Fully renovated Jr. 1, 1, 1+den, 2 and 3 bedroom suites

• Open-concept kitchen

• Stainless steel appliances including dishwasher and over-the range microwave

• Designer cabinetry, stone countertops, recessed lighting in kitchen

• Custom roller blinds

• Private balconies with most suites