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EDITOR’S NOTE
So Long Sweet Summer Christopher Invidiata Editor
While summer is supposed to be one of the more relaxing times of the year, it is more often than not the busiest. This was especially true for the real estate market over the past few months. Lower interest rates have kept the market buzzing all summer long and we’re looking forward to this trend carrying over into the fall and winter months as well. Burlington and Oakville have always been close to my heart, and watching these communities grow and blossom into what they are today has been both a pleasure and a privilege. Invidiata Home &
Lifestyle is my way of sharing all that these great cities have to offer. Inside these pages you will find properties from both of these areas, but more importantly you’ll learn about great local businesses and community events that bring the residents within them together. I want to thank all of our partners for being a part of this publication. We look forward to working together to strengthen it in the future. Sincerely,
Christopher Invidiata Team Leader, Sales Representative, Principal Realtor
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE
SEPTEMBER/ OCTOBER 2015
The Invidiata Magazine PUBLISHER Preferred Publishing EDITORS Christopher Invidiata
Back to Reality Lauren Lowe Publisher
Caleb Invidiata Lauren Lowe Erica Nelson CREATIVE DIRECTOR Cathryn Haynes CONTRIBUTORS Rhiannon Kay Linda Leatherdale
As summer comes to a bittersweet end, we’re very excited to see the leaves begin to turn and mark the beginning of autumn. For all of us at Preferred Publishing there is no better way to celebrate the change in seasons than with this new issue of Invidiata Home & Lifestyle. Autumn is a perfect time for pushing the reset button and getting back to reality. Often you find yourself wanting to get things organized and back on track. In this issue of
Invidiata Home & Lifestyle, we’ve featured articles that can help you do just that. Whether it’s ensuring your children have a great back-to-school smile with Burlington Pediatric Dentistry or shortening your to-do list by having your fresh, organic fruits and vegetables delivered right to your door by Organics Live, this issue is all about ways to ease this busy time of year.
Erica Nelson CREATIVE DESIGNER Jennifer Douglas PHOTOGRAPHERS Geoff Grenville Caleb Invidiata Lauren Leies Sam Michaud Tina Picard ADVERTISING SALES Katie Taylor FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES Please contact Katie Taylor at 289.337.0765 or email
As always, we’re excited to showcase the beautiful homes that Oakville and Burlington
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Happy Healthy Smiles Bright Results at Burlington Pediatric Dentistry
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Invidiata Presents A Collection of Fine Homes
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Shop. Dine. Play. Relax. 35
Discover Beautiful Bronte Harbour, Our Village-by-the-Lake
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preventable: “As early as the eruption of a first tooth, we can The Burlington Pediatric Dentistry Team (left to right) is Julie, Pamela, Dr. Daniel and Dorina.
identify what the current risks of decay or cavities are for your family and child”. Children present unique and varying dental care needs. For this reason Dr. Daniel approaches each child and family with tailored home care plans and in-office preventive care, including cleanings, check-ups and fluoride, as well as in-office procedures with the options of sedation or anesthesia. “By providing a dental routine and positive dental association at a young age we partner with parents and children to build the foundation for a lifetime of healthy teeth and smiles,” expressed Dr. Daniel. Burlington Pediatric Dentistry’s mission is to provide expert care for children in a relaxing and reassuring environment. They take
rents a p h r wit e n t r a build p o e t n “W ildre h c n for o i and t a ound f e h t e of m i t e a lif eeth t y h t heal iles.” m s and At Burlington Pediatric Dentistry children leave with a sense of pride and accomplishment every day. As adults, going to the dentist for routine check-ups is a critical part of our overall health care, and for kids this rule of thumb is the same. It may come as a surprise to some, but the most common disease in children is dental caries, also known as cavities. Early childhood dental caries is more common than asthma; in North America the infectious disease will affect more than 40% of children by the age of six. That’s why Dr. Daniel encourages “First tooth, First visit,” an initiative led by the Canadian Dental Association. He says early examination is important, as dental issues are largely
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the time for caring, comforting, and courteous engagement at every step – never rushing decisions and always communicating with kindness. “We hear from the families we care for that these values are present at every visit,” says Dr. Daniel. The office itself offers a playground-like feel to help make the child’s experience even more memorable. The environment was designed solely with children in mind. The large open space features bright and fun colours, televisions over every chair with headphones, a waiting room with a tree house, game tablets, a reading centre and a two-sided fish tank. Dr. Daniel explains that while his work is serious and vital, it is also extremely rewarding: “I love helping children have healthy smiles every day and that I get to smile alongside them.”
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25 Kingsbridge Garden Circle $649,000 Hurontario | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Shae Invidiata
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11 Bronte Road | Penthouse 3 Bronte | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Claudia Chopik
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299 Church Street $1,495,000 Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & *Mariola Broder
485 Berkley Court River Oaks | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Kelly Rowe & *Shae Invidiata
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520 Trillium Drive West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat
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185 Burton Road $1,899,000 West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat
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265 Dunwoody Drive Morrison | Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth
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276 Douglas Avenue Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Kirsten Leggat
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416 Chartwell Road Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Mike Howarth
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121 Wolfdale Avenue South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Claudia Chopik
20 Lambert Common | Edgewater Estates South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Mike Howarth, *Aimee Kain & *Kirsten Leggat
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495 MacDonald Road Old Oakville *Christopher Invidiata, *Kirsten Leggat & *Aimee Kain
1550 Bayview Road South West Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu
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228 Lakewood Drive Central Oakville *Christopher Invidiata & *Marija Kolesar
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1182 Tecumseh Park Drive Lorne Park | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mariola Broder & *Marija Kolesar
$1,998,980
1226 Echo Drive $2,990,000 Lorne Park | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mariola Broder & *Marija Kolesar
148 Kenollie Avenue $2,495,000 Mineola | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mike Howarth & **Donna Gray
1426 Crescent Road Lorne Park | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & **Donna Gray
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2338 Prince John Boulevard Sheridan | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk
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3262 Lakeland Crescent Roseland | Burlington *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & **Maggie Newlove
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1400 Watersedge Road Rattray Marsh | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & **Ping Shu
$5,498,000
2401 Doulton Place Doulton Estates | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk
$6,999,000
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2428 Doulton Place Doulton Estates | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata, *Mike Howarth & *Pamela Gottschalk
2215 Doulton Drive Doulton Estates | Mississauga *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk
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1000 Goffat Island Ramara *Christopher Invidiata & *Pamela Gottschalk
$1,998,000
12369 Sixth Line Limehouse *Christopher Invidiata, *Marija Kolesar & *Mariola Broder
1 Trafalagar Drive Oro-Medonte *Christopher Invidiata
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AGENT PROFILE
Marija Kolesar has been helping her clients reach their goals in real estate for over 18 years. She has been a part of the Invidiata Team just as long. Marija has a strong passion and comprehensive knowledge of the ever-changing landscape that is the real estate market. This helps to ensure her clients are always satisfied with their experiences. Marija is an expert negotiator and has mastered the art of both buying and selling in the upscale market. What Marija loves most about her line of work is building both meaningful and lasting relationships with her clients. She has never seen what she does as a business transaction but, rather, a way of developing a bond with her clients that is based on a fundamental feeling of trust and security. Marija has a solid reputation for her work based on integrity and enthusiasm, both of which ease the mind of prospective buyers or sellers. Marija has an extensive portfolio behind her. She holds the designation of Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and has been awarded RE/MAX’s prestigious Platinum Club and Hall of Fame awards. Her skill set goes well beyond her knowledge of real estate and extends into areas of interior design, building and renovating. For all these reasons, a buying or selling experience with Marija is not your typical real estate experience. For more information visit www.invidiata.com or reach out to Marija directly at marija@theinvteam.com.
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HARBOUR Oakville’s Hidden Historical Gem By Linda Leatherdale, VP Cambria Canada In our booming real estate world where the golden rule is “location, location, location”, it’s mind blowing there are still some best kept secrets. One of the best kept secrets is beautiful Bronte Harbour – a historic fishing village that boasts one of the most pristine harbours on Lake Ontario. Ironically, Bronte Harbour is part of a desirable area coined by real estate guru Christopher Invidiata as “Oakville’s Golden Coast” where million-dollar-plus mansions are being snapped up by buyers, both domestic and offshore, and where average prices shot up 14% since last year. Yet, up until now, Bronte was a sleepy village snubbed by its richer East Oakville neighbours as the wrong side of the tracks. Now that tide is changing.
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lakeside paradise Along village streets, clapboard cottages
into the Town of Oakville, yet this historic
owned by former Interbrew chairman
and tired bungalows are being torn down
lakeside hub still boast its own unique
Hugo Powell.
and replaced with luxury homes, which are
identity, with two open and publicly acces-
in hot demand by nouveau Brontonians
sible inner and outer harbours, trendy little
Now Capuano is building in Bronte and
who have discovered this lakeside
boutiques, galleries and restaurants, along
he most recently won the Best Custom
paradise that is so steeped in history.
with a view that is to die for.
Build Award from BILD (Building Industry
Bronte Village was established in 1834,
and Land Development Association) for
but dates back to 1806 with the Battle
A builder who has fallen in love with
a Cape Code inspired, energy efficient
of Trafalgar, making the village one
Bronte Harbour is Filippo Capuano,
home he built just blocks from where
of Ontario’s oldest
owner of Chatsworth
he keeps his boat at the Bronte Outer
communities. At first,
Fine Homes. Capuano
Harbour Marina. His family now resides
is an avid boater who
in this home, and Capuaono is continuing
explains how Bronte
to build new homes in Bronte.
it was a commercial shipping centre for grain and timber, then evolved into a commercial fishing port by the 19th century. It also
In the early 1960s, it was amalgamated into the Town of Oakville, yet this historic lakeside hub still boast its own
thrived on ship building
unique identity!
Harbour conjures up fond memories of
“It’s the fun the water provides, great
vacationing in the
recollections of endless summers, lazy
seaside of Wales, after
afternoons in a seaside town, that are all
his family moved from
imprinted indelibly on my mind. To me
and stone hooking (the
Italy to England in 1952.
Bronte offers that seaside feel with its
dredging of stone from
The family immigrated to
strong identity with the harbour, boats,
the lake’s bottom), and to this day a
Canada in the 1970s, and in 1980 Capuano
fishing. So living here in a coastal, seaside
historic stone building crafted through
formed Chatsworth Fine Homes, followed
feeling house is a dream come true,”
the use of stone hooking sits on Bronte
by Chatsworth Project Management
says Capuano.
Road. This building, formerly Stoneboats
10 years ago. For years, he specialized
Restaurant, is now Yolanda’s. Following
in building in East Oakville, where his
Bronte BIA (Business Improvement Area)
two World Wars, Bronte became a vacation
crowning glory was achieved by building
chair Mary Roberts is excited that such
destination for wealthy Torontonians. Later
Chelster Hall, one of the largest homes
award-winning builders are flocking to
on in the early 1960s, it was amalgamated
in Canada at 47,000 square feet and
Bronte Village. “This is a very desirable
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place in which to live, work and play,”
and walking trails, which are part of
says Roberts. She added that the BIA
the Waterfront Trail system. There is
participated in a panel
also the historic
assessing Bronte’s
Sovereign House
potential and one of the
Take a stroll down the
with its lush gardens
experts, architect Ralph
spectacular Heritage
on the Bronte Bluffs
Gianonne of Gianonne
Waterfront Park that
and the Fishermen’s
Petricone Associates,
includes a boardwalk
Memorial on the Pier.
stated, “Bronte is the
and pier, lighthouse,
Other attractions are
next great thing on
beach, bluffs, parklands,
leisurely lake cruises or
Lake Ontario.”
cycling and walking trails.
sport-fishing charters. A bonus: In Bronte,
Roberts urges visitors
parking is free.
to take a stroll down the spectacular
This summer, be sure to check out
Heritage Waterfront Park that includes
some of Bronte Harbour’s upcoming
a boardwalk and pier, lighthouse,
events filled with art, culture, history,
beach, bluffs, parklands, cycling
food and more.
WHAT’S
ON In Bronte!
SOVEREIGN HOUSE ART SHOW SEPT 12 TO SEPT 23 Features the last show of the season with the work of artists B. Duzyk, M.J. Mailloux & M. Nettleton in this historical museum on Bronte Bluffs with lush gardens off West River St. Bronte, former home of Charles Sovereign and then Jalna series writer Mazo de la Roche. brontevillage.net/event/name/ the-charles-sovereignmazo-de-la-roche-heritagedisplay-centre-bronte-historicalsociety/
CULTURE DAYS SEPT 25 TO 27
unique experiences
A weekend event of arts and culture in Bronte, including many events at the Queen Elizabeth Park Cultural Centre nearby. culturedays.ca
DOORS OPEN FROM APRIL TO OCTOBER Residents and visitors are invited to discover first-hand Ontario’s hidden heritage treasures, some of which have never been open to the public. doorsopenontario.on.ca For more information, visit Bronte BIA at www.brontevillage.net info@brontevillage.net For recent event videos visit: Facebook: BronteEvents Twitter: Bronte_Oakville YouTube: BronteBIAOakville
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ONE EIGHT YEAR OLD’S MISSION TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. By Erica Nelson The mind of a child is truly remarkable. They are not weighed down by the pressures of adulthood or imposed ideas of proper social conduct. They are free to explore and wander freely at will, and more often than not they stumble on things that continue to impress and surprise even the most intelligent adults. One of the greatest issues facing children today is bullying. It is a worldwide problem that individuals battle daily, and just recently a young girl from Burlington, ON decided it was her turn to try and help put an end to it. Eight-year-old Devon wants to help make a difference, which is why she started
DEVON’S
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offices in Burlington, Oakville and Milton all aimed at achieving optimal mental health in kids and families. Since 1974, ROCK has been providing a multi-disciplinary approach to the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and families. In August of 2014, the Ministry of Children and Youth Services chose ROCK to be the lead agency for child and youth and mental services for the Region of Halton. Devon’s parents are extremely proud of their young daughter. They also believe this will be a beneficial lesson for her in money management. “She’s learning how to run a business. She can now look at what she made in one weekend, budget how much she needs to buy
Devon
more supplies for the following
her own refreshment stand and plans
freezies,
to donate all the proceeds to ROCK
Gatorade and
Reach Out Centre for Kids. ROCK is an
other tasty
organization that helps combat bullying
treats that
and many other issues facing children
help you cool
and families in the Halton Region.
off on these hot summer days. She
WANTS TO HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE, which is why she started her own refreshment stand and plans to donate all the proceeds to ROCK!
weekend, and knows that what’s left over is her profit, or in this case her donation. It’s like Business Class 101,” her mother elaborates. If Devon’s story has inspired you, there are lots
“Devon notices things that don’t
has already raised
necessarily register with other eight year
over $100.00 to donate
olds. She’s very aware of what happens
to ROCK to help them improve
help support different initiatives
not only in her world, but in everyone’s,”
the lives of children all over the
within your community. If you would
explains her mother.
Halton Region. She’s attracted all
like to do something to help support
sorts of visitors, including a member
ROCK and their services in
of the Halton Police Force.
children’s mental health
Since she was even younger than she is
visit rockonline.ca for
now, Devon has wanted to build her own lemonade stand; she even drew a picture
“A police man came over to my stand and
of what she wanted it to look like when she
bought a Gatorade for ten dollars, that’s a
was just four years old. That picture has
lot more than Gatorade costs in the store!”
since hung in the garage of the family’s
Devon explains. When asked why she
Burlington home, and now that she’s old
thinks he paid so much for one drink,
enough her parents decided it was time to
she simply said, “Because he wants to
make it a reality.
help just like I do.”
Devon actively runs her refreshment stand
It is this kind of generosity that keeps
on the weekends selling lemonade,
organizations like ROCK alive. ROCK has
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more information.
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HELP US END THE WAIT ROCK Reach Out Centre for Kids has been providing mental health services since 1974. In 2014, the Ministry of Children and Youth Services chose ROCK to be the lead agency for the child and youth mental health sector in the Region of Halton. Our mission is to work together to promote and achieve optimal mental health in kids and families.
DID YOU KNOW… 1. In Canada, only 1 in 5 children who require mental health care services actually receives them? 2. It is estimated that 10-20 per cent of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder? 3. Canada’s youth suicide rate is the third highest in the industrialized world? 4. A total of 3.2 million children between the ages of 12-19 in Canada are at risk for developing depression? The current wait time for mental health care services in Canada is well over a year and there are over 800 children in the Halton Region right now waiting for help from ROCK. These very real statistics will never change if we are not able to help children and families in need. Help us end the wait.
“WE CANNOT ESCAPE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF TOMORROW BY EVADING IT TODAY.” If you would like to donate to our cause and help us end the wait, please visit rockonline.ca
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affordable,
and delivered to your door! Alejandro Mercado, 47, left a career in the banking industry to work with his family on building a legacy of healthy habits in the Oakville-Burlington community.
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“We are delivering a service to a great community that is looking for ways to give back to the world,” – Alejandro Mercado, Organics Live Owner
With his wife of 22 years, Fernanda, and their two sons, Santiago and Rodrigo, Alejandro joined grocery delivery service Organics Live a year ago and business is booming. Together, along with 12 additional drivers, they deliver affordable certified organic food to homes in Oakville-Burlington. The Mercado family were in fact Organics Live customers before deciding to become local
ORGANICS LIVE BOTTOM LINE
The Mercado family.
Sustainable food production and consumption will continue to be a key driver of healthy bodies, communities and economies.
owners themselves.
family, and Alejandro
“The kids are the best part of making
loves to hear the phone
deliveries,” says Scavuzzo, 27, who moved
buzz. “The whole process is just fantastic,” he says.
“We’re part of their lives and
to Port Credit to be part of the Organics Live community. “When I deliver to one family, one of the kids loves to open the
The Oakville-Burlington community quickly
they’re eating healthier because of it.
box and smell the produce, smiling from
embraced the convenience of having
They’re doing the right thing for the
ear to ear. He loves it and the parents love
healthy food delivered right to their door.
planet and for local businesses
it too, because it’s such a healthy choice.”
Alejandro always smiles when sharing the
and farmers.”
reception he is greeted with upon making
Founded in 2012, Organics Live has always
his deliveries. “We are delivering a service
A customer has even invited one of
been committed to bringing local, certified
to a great community that is looking for
Alejandro’s drivers to join their family
organic produce free of pesticides and
ways to give back to the world,” he says.
for Christmas dinner.
genetically modified organisms right
“People have been very receptive.”
to their customer’s doorsteps. Organics Ben Scavuzzo, an Organics Live owner,
Live is also 100% carbon neutral and is
Organics Live customers have quickly
understands the joy families feel when
always researching ways to further
become part of the extended Mercado
they receive their delivery.
eliminate food waste.
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“Organics provides a way for us to
alongside his mother, Luba. “You
move forward to a more sustainable food
have to shop, running around
system,” says Scavuzzo.
from store to store.”
When it comes to growing food in your
Organics Live offers
own yard or knowing your local farmer,
three sizes of boxes;
organic certification is the best way to
small, regular, and
know with certainty where your food is
large, along with a fruit-
coming from and how your food is grown.
only box, which can be
Organics Live also continues to works
delivered either weekly or
closely with local farmers to create local
bi-weekly to suit a household of any
system, and can be spotted at many
organic food hubs, greatly expanding the
size. All boxes are easily customized
local community events. They are also
certified organic food options available
before delivery through the company’s
members of the Oakville and Burlington
for everyone.
website, allowing the whole family to join
Chambers of Commerce.
ORGANICS LIVE BELIEF That strong, prosperous communities can be fueled by good, clean food Ben Scavuzzo
in on the fun of choosing weekly box conWith hectic schedules and a lot on their
tents. Customization takes less than five
With no commitment necessary, customers
plates, it can be challenging finding
minutes and is always free of charge.
can also pause or cancel at anytime at no
organic foods to feed your family. So
additional cost. “I invite you to taste it
the Organics Live box provides a sense
Customers are treated like family at
yourself for a couple of weeks or maybe
of stress-free shopping.
Organics Live and total customer satis-
a few months,” says Alejandro, “and see
faction is a cornerstone of the business,
the results for yourself.”
“I definitely experienced the retail strug-
meaning any produce that is below par
gle – a lack of selection and availability,”
is refunded, no questions asked!
says Richard Hlavek, who had been eating
To learn more and sign up for your weekly or bi-weekly box, please visit
Organics for several years before opening
Alejandro and his family are advocates
us at organicslive.com or contact
his Mississauga Organics Live business
of building a more sustainable food
1.855.ORG.LIVE (674.5483).
“Organics provides a way for us to move forward to a more sustainable food system,” – Ben Scavuzzo, Organics Live Owner
Contact Your Local Organics Live Owners
Alejandro Mecado (Oakville & Burlington) 905.240.5470 (Burlington) or 289-210-0754 (Oakville) alejandro@organicslive.com
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Ben Scavuzzo (Mississagua South) 289.203.1744 ben@organicslive.com
Richard Hlavek (Mississagua North) 289.804.0914 richard.hlavek@organicslive.com
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