Lakeshore Living Magazine - Spring 2013

ISSUE THREE | SPRING 2013

LAKESHORE LIVING

Hidden Gem page 11

Forest Creek Estates is Burlington’s

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Cocoon transforms warehouse into new showroom

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best kept secret

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Meticulous by Design

DirectBuy Secret

Turn your dream into reality with The Beaudry Group

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DAN’S WELCOME Lakeshore Living Magazine

The Dan Cooper brand has been revamped to exceed your real estate needs After months of focus groups, meetings with branding and marketing experts and a considerable amount of internal scrutiny, we are proud to introduce our completely revamped Dan Cooper brand – The Dan Cooper Group.

Our objective was to develop an image that better reflected the level of work we do and the services and commitment we offer our clients. Black and gold represent quality and a higher standard of excellence. Our new modern logo exemplifies our position in the marketplace as innovative leaders who are using the latest tools and technology to best serve our clients.

This issue of Lakeshore Living is timely because it allows us to unveil our new look and our renewed energy to continue serving our clients with the highest level of attention and dedication.

In this issue of Lakeshore Living, you will discover exceptional real estate opportunities – truly unique finds in our community. Our main feature is Forest Creek Estates – the last subdivision allowed in North Burlington and being built by one of the most renowned custom builders in the province – Bryan Turkstra Homes.

I encourage you to visit our redesigned website created to service home buyers and sellers with all their real estate needs. Also download our new revolutionary search tool that makes finding your dream home quick and easy. The comprehensive Dan Cooper Group App is available to download onto your iPad and is the first of its kind available in the Western GTA, and best of all its free!

Sincerely,

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>> Bold and beautiful, The Beaudry Group has been creating award-winning land-

scapes throughout Mississauga, Halton and Hamilton since 1976. Cocoon Furnishing has a spectacular new showroom that needs to be seen to be fully appreciated.

Bryan Turkstra Homes is building an enclave of large-lot executive custom homes.

It’s the last subdivision allowed in North Burlington and a truly hidden gem.

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Owners Mike and Linda Wilson saw the business model at the International Franchise Show over 17 years ago and loved the unique concept. “We wanted to share the fact that everyday consumers could purchase at wholesale prices,” Mike explained. “Buying at the manufacturers selling cost is now available to anyone who wants the opportunity.”

DirectBuy offers products for every room in the house whether it be kitchen renovations, cabinetry, bathroom fixtures, furniture, and accessories including art, mirrors, picture frames, crystal and china, all without retail markup and middlemen costs.

Every product sold also comes with a service to go along with it; for example, if you buy flooring, a furnace or window treatments, DirectBuy of Mississauga has certified licensed installers. “The installers, for the most part, are members of our club who own their own business and offer a discount on their service,” Linda says. “Our standards for customer service excellence are assert integrity, act with courtesy, deliver value and be professional.”

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“We envision more integration with home builders and real estate professionals as they are in direct contact with our potential members.”

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Since DirectBuy has united the buying power for hundreds of thousands of families their members have access to confidential dealer prices. “In other words, an individual member has as much buying power as any of the largest retailers in North America!”

In today’s economy, consumers are looking not only to save money on their purchases, but also want the ability to upgradetheir purchases for better quality. “Our showroom is comfortable and relaxing, we have product specialists and member service staff on site to provide shopping assistance.

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The customer service is excellent, they don’t just fill an order, DirectBuy truly helps bring the vision of your home alive.” mississauga.directbuy.com

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Spectacular Cocoon transforms warehouse into their new showroom

Over the past summer, Cocoon has designed and built a sensational new home furnishings store in Oakville.

The vision, as stated by Glyn Austin, co-owner and buyer, “was to create lifestyle environments that provide our clients a chance to visualize how products will work in their own space�. Vignettes are used as a means to inspire using fresh pieces with a classic spin.

By all accounts Cocoon has acheived this in their new 30,000 square foot building. From the elegant polished concrete foyer to the industrial floating staircase that brings you up to the mezzanine level, a walk through the space provides you with greater selection of products but maintains the intimacy that they had in their original location.

Cocoon brings together fashion, trends and comfort delivering what their customers want. They have expanded to include a bedding area with linens from around the world, original artwork, area rugs, lighting, and more custom furniture options. There is nothing like this in the west-end of the city. Check it out!

Cocoon Furnishings 2695 Bristol Circle, Unit #2, Oakville, ON L6H 6X5 905.829.2780

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If time has passed since you last did any significant work on your landscaping, it might be time to refresh your private oasis. With so many attractive, stylish and easyto-maintain new products on the market today, the opportunity to restore your yard into a showcase has never been better.

Perhaps a new pergola is in order, a vanishing pool, outdoor kitchen or fun features such as a putting green – today’s designs and building materials can deliver stunning results.

For more than 35 years, The Beaudry Group

has designed and maintained properties throughout Halton and Hamilton. An iconic landscaper, the firm not only creates beautiful outdoor spaces but has provided lawn maintenance and snow removal services to thousands of homeowners. Family-owned and operated, the firm passionately follows one simple philosophy: The pursuit of excellence in design, service and craftsmanship.

Their commitment to this approach is evident in thousands of properties throughout the Golden Horseshoe – following a standard of quality and service that has made them leaders in the landscape industry.

The ability to deliver on their promises is by design, not accident, says Gilles Beaudry.

“Our staff has a wide range of expertise and talents, allowing us to make a commitment to our clients that we will deliver the technology, superior service and knowledge that they require – as well as maintaining the quality and personal care their projects deserve,” Gilles says.

The Beaudry Group combines creativity and visionary design in creating award winning landscapes. They work closely with their clients to develop an intimate understanding of the home’s architecture and site conditions and follow a proven process from

concept to completion to turn the owner’s vision into reality.

“Our mission is to create masterpieces that are second to none, executing every design as if it were the finest form of natural art,” Sherry Beaudry explains. “There is much more to landscape design than meets the eye. The location, configuration and decor of the spaces in which we spend our time can influence how we feel. Our physical surrounding can actually influence our moods, our behaviour, our work performance and our relationships.”

As a single source for design, construction and maintenance, The Beaudry Group has mastered the art of drawing inspiration from nature to develop unique and interesting designs and to bring all that creativity together to deliver and maintain an environment that will enhance your property’s appearance and value.

“We are especially careful to tread gently on Mother Nature, particularly when we develop gardens in environmentally sensitive areas,” Gilles adds. “We work to minimize the impact on the land, and we utilize and promote sustainable models and resources.”

So don’t wait until the last minute, call now and start dreaming.

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Forest Creek Estates is perhaps one of the best kept real estate secrets in Burlington. Nestled in the picturesque community of Lowville, Forest Creek is a private enclave of 10 estate lots where Bryan Turkstra Homes is building prestigious custom residences.

Not only is this development distinguished by its beautiful, idyllic surroundings, but it is also the last subdivision allowed in North Burlington.

Few people are aware this exclusive development of executive homes even exists – it is just that secluded.

Yet, it is merely minutes from town, shopping and highways.

The residents of Forest Creek Estates will enjoy incredible views of Rattlesnake Point, Mount Nemo and spectacular sunrise and sunsets. This rustic setting is surrounded by forests and conservation lands with direct access to the Bruce Trail and Bronte Creek – only minutes from modern urban life.

Here you can escape the bustle of the city and enjoy

a quieter, slower paced lifestyle in this tiny historic village. Stone pillars along Guelph Line announce to visitors that Lowville was established in 1853. A busy commercial centre between Guelph and the shipping ports along Lake Ontario, Lowville was, at one time, home to a blacksmith shop, iron foundry, saddlemaker, wainwright’s shop, tanner, shoemaker, cabinetmaker, miller, four general merchants, and a post office.

While these businesses are long gone, many of the buildings and homes of that era still exist, creating a local charm that makes Lowville a highly desirable location. There are no fast food franchises, just the famous Lowville Bistro and 19th century homes, many of which are designated heritage homes by the City of Burlington’s Local Architectural Heritage Committee.

The 45-acre property that has become Forest Creek Estates is off Britannia Road and has been carefully divided into 10 estate lots ranging in size from two to more than six acres. Each lot will have an exquisite

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custom home built in an architecturally controlled environment and range from a minimum of 4,000 square feet to 7,000 square feet, depending on the lot size.

The builder, Bryan Turkstra, was established in 1987 and has a reputation for honesty, unsurpassed quality and a passion for creating beautiful homes. The firm only builds three to four homes a year, guaranteeing that the necessary time needed to work closely with the client is established and that the Bryan Turkstra team delivers precisely what the client wants in their home.

“My personal philosophy of a close working relationship and dedication to our clients ensures every custom home we build is at the highest level of

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standards and craftsmanship,” Bryan explains. “I firmly believe building a custom home is a team effort with one important goal, to have our clients extremely happy with the final product and the entire process to build it.”

Set well apart from neighbours, residents of Forest Creek will enjoy country estate living with incredible views from their properties and surrounded by one of the most unique environments in the world. The Niagara Escarpment has been designated a UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) World Biosphere Reserve, making it an internationally recognized ecosystem and placing it in the company of other reserves such as the Galapagos Islands off South America and the Florida Everglades.

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Here you will find many rare species of flora and fauna, including stunted eastern white cedars growing from the cliff face of the escarpment and considered to be up to 1,000 years old.

Whether you are a golfer, a hiker, a cycling enthusiast or simply appreciate incredible scenery, the Lowville area is a treasure trove of natural goodies. Mount Nemo Conservation Area is your neighbour, and it’s home to one of the best cliff ecosystems on Ontario’s Niagara Escarpment. Rich green ferns blanket limestone boulders scattered among old growth forests that are alive with jewel like birds. Crevice caves and ancient cedars can be seen all along the meandering cliff edge trail.

An interpretive lookout with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside lets visitors know why this natural environment park is worth protecting.

Also in view from Forest Creek, and only minutes away, is the Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area, which has some of the most inspiring scenic viewing found anywhere. Five breathtaking lookouts dot the edge of towering cliffs. With excellent hiking trails, this natural environment park is perfect for that therapeutic walk in the woods during any season. You can soak up this relaxed atmosphere even longer by enjoying a picnic in the grassy meadows or an overnight stay at one of the group campsites.

For the adventuresome, Rattlesnake Point has three designated sites where experienced rock climbers can scale challenging cliffs under a canopy of rich woods.

Hiking enthusiasts can trek the Bruce Trail through the Nassagaweya Canyon complete with trail connections to Crawford Lake.

All this, plus Rattlesnake Golf Club and three or four other golf courses within a short distance, make Forest Creek Estates a unique opportunity.

For more information or an appointment to view Forest Creek Estates contact the Dan Cooper Group.

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Spectacular and incredibly private 100’ x 270’ wooded lot backing onto ravine! This home has been beautifully finished on all three levels and is ideal for entertaining. Extensive hardwoods, gourmet kitchen with oversized island, great room with cathedral ceiling, main floor master bedroom, extensive landscaping and more! Walk to St. Mildred’s independent school.

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BRONTE 3039 Seneca Drive

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Gorgeous custom built four bedroom executive ideal for the entertainer! Approx. 4,100 sq.ft. of upscale living space with many upgrades. Custom gourmet kitchen open to great room with coffered ceiling, open riser staircase, oak hardwoods, beautifully finished walk-out lower level with fifth bedroom and more! This home is truly fabulous and a must see!

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An absolute showpiece! Custom built by Century Grove Homes, this was the original model home for the street and is loaded with upgrades! Over $100,000 has been spent on improvements! This home has been beautifully finished on all three levels and offers over 4,000 sq.ft. of finished living space. Inground Pioneer saltwater pool. Close to 16 Mile Sports Complex.

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Prestigious Watercliffe Court locale backing onto a lush ravine! The “Worthington” model offers approx. 2,695 sq.ft. of upscale living space plus a professionally finished lower level. This gorgeous end unit Fernbrook townhome with Chateauinspired details has been extensively upgraded. Imported ceramics, two gas fireplaces, open riser staircase and more!

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A gorgeous country retreat situated on 13.27 beautiful acres with an incredibly private rear yard oasis with saltwater pool and cabana. This stunning home is an entertainer’s delight and offers approx. 4,800 sq.ft. of upscale living space plus a freshly and professionally finished walk-out lower level ideal for the nanny or extended family. Exceptional workmanship.

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148 Marguerite Lane

$1,959,000

Gorgeous custom built residence south of Lakeshore Road and just steps to the lake offering over 6,200 square feet of luxury living space! Massive and incredibly private 168’ lot backing onto mature trees. Features include 5+1 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 gas fireplaces, 10’ ceilings, coffered ceilings, black walnut hardwoods, skylights, finished lower level and more!

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RIVER OAKS

458 Stratford Road

$899,000

Great house for entertaining! Rare lofted bungalow in an exclusive Neyagawa enclave. The “Arborview English” model is almost 3,100 sq.ft. including a beautifully finished lower level with home theatre and recreation rooms. Gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry and top-of-the-line appliances, family room with vaulted ceiling, main floor master retreat.

Dan Cooper | 905.849.3360 | danc@dancooper.com | www.dancooper.com

JOSHUA CREEK

1504 Pinery Crescent

$1,249,000

Absolutely stunning designer home on a premium ravine lot offering incredible privacy! This home has been updated throughout and offers refinished hardwoods, coffered ceilings, cove mouldings, two gas fireplaces, den, suspended staircase and more! Beautifully finished lower level with recreation room with wet bar, two bedrooms and three piece bath.

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SOUTH-EAST OAKVILLE 161 AINTREE TERRACE

$1,875,000

Absolutely stunning home renovation in a prime Charnwood neighbourhood – over $800,000 has been spent on this incredible project! Situated on an oversized 108’ x 146’ wooded lot with an inground heated pool and hot tub, this four bedroom home offers approx. 4,600 square feet of upscale living space plus a fully finished walk-out lower level.

WEST OAKVILLE

Dan Cooper | 905.849.3360 | danc@dancooper.com | www.dancooper.com

1328 Sheldon Avenue

$1,089,000

Spectacular custom built executive bungalow with loft offering over 4,600 square feet of finished upscale living space with high end finishes throughout! Travertine natural stone, hardwoods, mouldings, 10’ ceilings, great room with coffered ceiling and gas fireplace, luxurious baths, finished lower level, stone and stucco exterior, patterned concrete driveway and more!

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Cameo Kitchens and Fine Cabinetry is leading the way

Environmental sustainability and embracing green products are movements that have gone from acceptance to insistence among a growing number of consumers.

One of the leaders in this area is Cameo Kitchens and Fine Cabinetry.

“We have always done our utmost to keep waste to a minimum and dispose of all chemicals used in finishing in the safest fashion possible in order not to pollute the environment,” says Dom Sicilia, Director of Business Development. Now they have gone a step beyond with their “GREEN” line. After years of research and experimentation, Cameo’s new line utilizes core materials that are FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified, formaldehyde free and CARB2 (California Air Resources Board) compliant. They are made of sustainable raw material and are distributed by companies who ensure ethical productions.

The new ‘GREEN’ line also uses water-based urethanes and sealers which won’t hurt the environment and are formaldehyde free with VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds) that are CARB2 compliant.

To learn more, visit their design centre at 3050 Vega Boulevard in Mississauga.

T: (905) 820-4841, www.cameokitchens.com

Oakville Real Estate Law

Expert Legal Advice Whether you are buying or selling a home, a qualified real estate lawyer can remove the stress and worry – leaving you to enjoy the move itself. Bob Rose has been dealing exclusively in real estate law for more than 30 years with a friendly, client focused approach. He is also on the forefront with leading edge electronic processing, allowing you to take possession as early as possible.

We are proud to announce the addition of Chris Martin, who shares the client-centric philosophy that has made Bob Rose Law Office a distinguished and successful real estate firm.

Robert Rose Law Office 2163 Sixth Line, Oakville L6H 3N7 | T: 905.338.9555 F: 905.338.9556 | www.oakvillerealestatelaw.com

Mortgage Expert Buying and selling a home should be an exciting time, but too often it’s one filled with stress and anxiety.

It doesn’t have to be, says Lee Anne Taylor of Dominion Lending Centres.

Unlike a bank, Lee Anne works to serve your best interests. As a mortgage broker, she isn’t tied to any one financial institution, meaning she can find the rate and terms that suit your lifestyle best. Her advice is unbiased – the only person she’s looking out for is you. Did you know, for example, that each time you “shop” for a mortgage you have to have a credit rate done, which lowers your overall score? But, when working with Lee Anne, you

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need only one report that she can utilize over her vast network of finance companies, credit unions, banks and private lenders.

An expert in local real estate and financing options, Lee Anne serves all of Ontario, specializing in Burlington and Oakville. With her extensive experience in the mortgage and financial industry, she’s helped countless clients get their dream homes and reach their financial goals.

Whether buying or selling, Lee Anne can walk with you, step-by-step as you make your dreams a reality.

Lee Anne serves all of Ontario, specializing in Burlington and Oakville.

With her extensive experience in the mortgage and financial industry, she’s helped countless clients get their dream homes and reach their financial goals.

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BRONTE CREEK

2252 Dewsbury Drive

$1,049,900

Avant garde four bedroom residence loaded with designer upgrades! This unique and contemporary home boasts travertine stone, River Rock accent wall coverings, gorgeous African walnut hardwoods, moving wall panels, etched glass doors and a marble staircase with inlaid glass panels complete this modern masterpiece! Great locale close to everything!

Dan Cooper | 905.849.3360 | danc@dancooper.com | www.dancooper.com

WOODHAVEN

2280 Hampstead Road

$1,079,000

Custom executive backing onto greenspace in an exclusive enclave steps to a natural ravine and walking trails. Features include an open concept design, gourmet Downsview kitchen, family room with soaring 23’ ceiling, hardwoods throughout the main and upper levels, fabulous black gunite year round resistance pool/spa, professional landscaping and more!

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Whether buying or selling a home in the Greater Toronto Area, people turn to The Dan Cooper Group for the best results.

More Service: We work 24/7 to sell your home, provide ongoing updates and use our vast network of professionals to ensure you get top dollar.

As a top performer for more than 25 years, Dan and his group are selling homes quickly and for top dollar. They have consistently been the leaders through their impeccable knowledge of the market, their innovative marketing programs and their exemplary service.

More Exposure: An innovative marketer, we use a vast array of electronic, video-based and traditional strategies to get fast results.

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More Results: We sell quickly and for top dollar. But don’t take our word for it – go to DanCooper.com

and see all our glowing testimonials.

The Dan Cooper Group is all about working their expertise to the advantage of their clients. This group of professionals is here to help you through the challenges of buying and/or selling your home.

With our knowledge, expertise, reliability and attention to detail, our clients are guaranteed a stressfree experience. Their needs are not only met, they are exceeded.

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BUY SELL BUILD Relocating or purchasing here at home? Locally, we use our extensive expertise; globally, we utilize our vast network of top performing agents to find your ideal home.

Our website listings enjoy hundreds of hits per day. Combine that with our innovative marketing strategies and we will sell your home for top dollar – fast.

Need a builder? Whether you have a building lot or need us to find one, if you need an architect and custom builder, we work with the best in the industry.

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ROSELAND 209 Pine Cove Road

$1,395,000

Elegant French Country home custom built by Dalzotto Homes. This Energy Star rated home exudes a warm and inviting feel that mixes the formal with the informal, the old with the new and offers exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Red elm hardwoods, cathedral ceilings, crown mouldings, columns, solid wood Barzotti cabinetry and more!

OLDE OAKVILLE

Dan Cooper | 905.849.3360 | danc@dancooper.com | www.dancooper.com

393 Pine Avenue

$1,185,000

Newer custom built executive in the heart of Olde Oakville offering approx. 2,700 sq.ft. of upscale living space plus a professionally finished lower level. High end finishes throughout, crown mouldings, hardwoods, four gorgeous bathrooms, second floor laundry, balcony off master bedroom and more! Walk to Whole Foods Plaza and the GO Train Station.

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Revolutionizing the way you search for real estate

We’ve launched a revolutionary new search tool that makes finding your dream home quick and easy. Never again will you miss the perfect property because of slow and frustrating searches through Google and other real estate websites. It is the first of its kind available in the Western GTA and best of all its free!

Save time by eliminating the search through Google and dozens of different real estate websites trying to find homes of interest.

Browse homes with only one easy to use real estate search encompassing thousands of listings.

Focus only on what matters - finding your dream home as soon as possible. Search properties by map or by price, it’s your choice and it’s that easy.

Throw away unnecessary anxiety of where the market is heading by keeping abreast of the latest real estate news by joining the Dan Cooper Group on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. The app is free! Focus on what matters – finding your dream home has never been easier!

Appreciate the hour of time you just saved. If you are looking at 80-100 different homes on 10 different websites with several seconds of loading time for each property, you are wasting an incredible amount of time. Get rid of the frustration of waiting and enjoy the property information loading almost instantly.

Quickly gather crucial details of a property. No more scrolling, searching and squinting at paragraphs of text to find the number of bedrooms or bathrooms a home has. All pertinent details have been condensed in one easy to read spot.

Have complete confidence knowing you can afford the home by utilizing the convenient mortgage calculator.

Get a second opinion. Purchasing a home is undoubtedly one of the largest investments you will make. Get a spouse or family member’s opinion on a property quickly and easily by utilizing the “share” functions.

If you already know what you want then save yourself time by customizing your property search and saving the homes you love under “favorites”. Your favorites will be conveniently kept in one spot so you can compare and analyze them at your leisure.

Have a question about one of the homes? Get answers to your questions quickly and easily the way you want – by phone, email or social media.

Simply visit the App store, type in “Oakville Real Estate” or “Burlington Real Estate” and download the app to get started.

Note: To gain full access to every listing you must request a 5 digit password from the Toronto Real Estate board through the app.

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WOODHAVEN 489 BERKLEY COURT

$1,140,000

Premium court location backing onto a tree lined conservation space. Features include plaster mouldings, hardwoods, Downsview kitchen with butler’s servery, professionally finished lower level with 12’ ceilings and more! Fabulous rear yard oasis ideal for entertaining offering an inground pool with rock waterfall, hot tub and cedar trimmed cabana.

Dan Cooper | 905.849.3360 | danc@dancooper.com | www.dancooper.com

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A tranquil country retreat! Sprawling 4,800 square foot custom built residence on a 1.3 acre lot backing onto conservation lands offering incredible privacy in an exclusive subdivision. Over $130,000 recently spent on gorgeous upgrades! Fabulous rear yard oasis with a brand new heated 18’ x 38’ saltwater pool with a hand finished stone surround and cedar cabana/bar.

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Jennifer Bissonnette Mortgage Specialist RBC Royal Bank 1730 Lakeshore Rd., W Mississauga, ON L5J 1J5 Tel: 416-432-5532 Fax: 905-822-7250

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Get the RBC Homeline Plan® and leverage the equity in your home to fund your next home improvement project, education expense, investments including RSP contributions — whatever your needs are.

It’s a smart way to manage all your borrowing under one simple, flexible plan. Here’s what you’ll get: > The ability to consolidate higher interest rate debts into one monthly payment that will free up cash flow and help you save on interest costs. > Once your credit limit is set for your credit line, you can borrow any time, up to your available credit limit for your credit line. > The flexibility to access funds when you want, the way you want — ABM, cheques, branch and online banking.

Call me today to find out how the RBC Homeline Plan† can work for you.

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Get the most from your iPhone with iOS 6!

Apple’s newest mobile operating system gives you 200 new reasons to get excited all over again about owning an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.

even ask Siri to do it all for you.

Keep tabs on your kids

Thanks to location-based alerts, you can see when your child leaves school or arrives home. Find My Friends maps your contacts so you can quickly see where they are and what they’re up to and they can see where you are too.

Siri’s your new best friend

Voice-activated personal assistant Siri’s even better now. With iOS 6, Siri understands more languages and works in Canada. Going out to a movie? Just ask Siri to show you the latest reviews and showtimes. Siri will find the best restaurants in town and make reservations.

Talk about easy!

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And wait until you try the new panorama feature for the iPhone and iPod. It puts a whole new spin on family gatherings!

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Try out the latest cool Apple products at CORE 1. A friendly team of experts will be happy to help you. Look for CORE 1 in downtown Oakville at 249 Lakeshore East, just west of Trafalgar. www.core1.ca

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Designed by Canadian West Coast architect Brian Bancroft and inspired by the iconic Philip Johnson Glass House, this is one of modernism’s greatest masterpieces! This unique home has been featured in “Canada’s Next Top Model” and numerous commercials and boasts walls of floor-to-ceiling glass offering panoramic views of the property. Steps to downtown Oakville and the lake.

WOODLAND TRAILS

Dan Cooper | 905.849.3360 | danc@dancooper.com | www.dancooper.com

3246 Trailside Drive

$899,887

Never lived in! Upgraded and better than new Starlane built four bedroom family home offering approx. 3,035 square feet of living space. Wrap-around porch, coffered ceilings, hardwoods, pot lights, mouldings, wrought iron railings and more! Walk to state-of-the-art Sixteen Mile Sports Complex. Close to highways, transit, shopping and the future Oakville Hospital.

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Ask us about our “Built to Last” guarantee.

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Community HELPING HANDS Philanthropy // Community Giving

Philanthropy is a core value with The Dan Cooper Group

One of the major fundraising events of the year is the annual Dan Cooper Swing for Kids’ Sake golf tournament which raises tens of thousands of dollars each year for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halton.

Last May’s fundraiser golf tournament was at the prestigious Pipers’ Heath Golf Club and we raised over $40,000 which went to the funding of critical programs and mentoring for youth at risk. There are hundreds of youth who need our help. We live in an affluent community and it is easy to be unaware of the number of countless families who are struggling to make ends meet.

It is often the children and teenagers in these

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families who are hurt by poverty or a troubled home life.

For nearly 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters have been making a positive difference in the lives of our nation’s youth by developing and implementing a wide range of mentoring programs. They offer one-to-one and group programs for both in school and outside of school.

These youth are our future politicians, business people and community leaders. To abandon them would be unthinkable. It is our duty to ensure they are given all the advantages we can provide for them to succeed.

Witnessing the transformation of a child into a confident, concerned and motivated young

person is a remarkable thing. Ushering them into adulthood, seeing them grow into a successful, responsible member of their community and society at large is even more satisfying.

“I am proud to play a major role in helping our local charities raise money to look after our community. This years charity golf tournament will be on June 17th at Pipers’ Heath Golf Club. Make sure to visit www.dancooper.com or www.bbbshalton.ca over the next couple of months for details.

As big as this event is, its just one of a number of great charities and community causes that I and the members of the Dan Cooper Group support. “

Giving

Some other worthy causes we support include:

- Ontario Hospital Foundation - In September of 2005, Halton Healthcare Services (HHS) received approval to proceed with the expansion and relocation of Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. John Oliver, HHS President & CEO has taken this opportunity to explore new and creative ways of delivering healthcare to our community through the expansion of the new hospital. The Dan Cooper Group is a proud sponsor and participant for this new community project.

- Venue sponsor for Comic Vision - Every year the Dan Cooper Group is the venue sponsor for Comic Vision, an evening of comedy created to support the Foundation Fighting Blindness. Their mission is to find the causes, treatments and ultimately the cures for people living with genetic forms of blindness.

- Dan Cooper Concert Series at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts - The Dan Cooper Concert Series is a charitable initiative that sponsors and helps support the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts to host a multitude of celebrity performances and special events for the community of Oakville. Randy Bachman, Boyz II Men, Chantal Kreviazuk and Serena Ryder have all been part of the Dan Cooper Concert Series.

- Gabrielle’s Ride – Since 2010 Dan Cooper has contributed to Gabrielle’s Ride; a charity cycle inspired by the life of Gabrielle Ide Cinanni. Gabrielle’s Ride raises funds to support Cardiac Kids and the Pediatric Stroke Fund at SickKids Foundation. Dan knew Gabrielle personally before she passed away and has a vested interest in the success of the foundation.

- Joe’s Team Triathlon in support of The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation – Dan has banded together to form Joe’s Team Triathlon in support of the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation. Working together with health care and research professionals, patients and the community, the PMH foundation has raised over $70 million annually to support breakthrough research and patient care to combat cancer.

need to live, learn and grow. Around the world there are millions of children who suffer every day without life’s essentials we often take for granted. Essentials like food, water and education. Dan sponsors a small boy named Posidu Thiwanka Pinnagodage, who is 10 years old and lives in Sri Lanka.

“I’m proud that the Dan Cooper Group can be recognized among our most generous citizens by providing support for local organizations, services and minor sports. The contribution by every member of the group is a testament to our commitment to give back to the community. “

- Appleby College - Throughout the year, Appleby College supports a multitude of special events and charitable causes that brings the Oakville community together. The Dan Cooper Group has contributed and aided Appleby College over the years in raising money and awareness for charities and has participated in programs to aid students with their academic careers.

- World Vision – Dan proudly supports World Vision and believes that by sponsoring a child, he can provide the essentials they

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First

Impressions Let Willow Landscape get your property ready for spring Any real estate agent will tell you that a well-kept home will sell faster and for more money. It’s all about curb appeal, and when it comes to first impressions, the outside of the home is every bit as important as what you do to the inside.

A well maintained property adds value to your home, there is little doubt about that. Whether you are looking to sell or you simply want your home looking its best and showing its true value – manicured lawns and gardens and trimmed walkways are critical.

Proper maintenance takes time and a lot of hard work.

With our busy schedules, having a trusted partner to do the heavy lifting means you have more time to enjoy your space.

For hundreds of homeowners in the Halton and Mississauga areas, that trusted partner is Willow Landscape, a family owned and operated landscape and property maintenance business in Oakville.

Willow offers a wide range of services including landscape design and build, property maintenance, lawn care, snow removal and salting, planting and pruning, and spring and fall cleanups. As a member of Landscape Ontario, Willow has years of experience providing premier property maintenance and landscaping services to both residential and commercial clients in Oakville.

Their lawn care services include the following: - Grass cutting and grass clipping removal - Trimming and edging all walks, beds, and driveways - Air blowing any clippings to leave a pristine lawn and property All of the above services are included in a full maintenance service contract – from full weekly maintenance to spring and fall cleanups.

Willow is also able to plant any size of tree, from small to large and can provide a large selection of the trees, bushes, perennials, ornamental, and ground cover.

To find out more about how Willow Landscape Inc. can help your lawn, please contact them at 905.827.2998 or visit their website at www.willowlandscape.ca.

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Property Maintenance Made Affordable - Spring & Fall Cleanup - Lawn Cutting - Garden Maintenance - Tree/Shrub Pruning - Mulch/Soil Top Up

- Fertilizer Application - Weed Control - Aeration - Overseeding ... and much more!

Our experience and knowledge tell us to take the time needed to get your home looking the way you want it.

From full weekly maintenance to spring and fall clean-ups, pruning back those shrubs you’ve been meaning to get to.

Need more soil or mulch in your garden beds, just give us a call. Willows only around the corner.

FOR A free Estimate please call us

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