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ISSUE 03 | 2014

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ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR

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ABODE PRESIDENT Kent Leong DIRECTOR OF SALES, CANADA Grace Yan CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Stacey jason@homenewscreative.com CREATIVE PRODUCTION Dana Sedlak Tim Frankiw ADMINISTRATION Terry Johnson Diana Lynas PRINTING Best Choice Printing Abode Magazine is published monthly and delivered to homes in Calgary and areas by Canada Post, agreement #41362062.

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This house is the best value in the community, and ready for you to move in now. Featuring hardwood flooring throughout the main floor, dark espresso kitchen cabinets with walkthrough pantry to laundry room and attached double insulated/drywalled garage. | $439,900

Grace Yan Realtor®

403.660.6778 gyan@sothebysrealty.ca sothebysrealty.com | CalgaryTopRealEstate.com Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, Brokerage. Independently owned and operated. Not intended to solicit the offerings of other real estate brokers.

LIKE NO LIKE OTHER NO OTHER

THE WORTH OF A HOME can be found in details that truly define uniqueness- as simple as a centuries old fireplace that retains the historic permanence of a time

past, or as grand as a rooftop promenade atop a landscape THE WORTH OF A HOME can be found in details that of city lights. So, to us, it’s not about the size of the truly define uniqueness- as simple as a centuries old property, the number of bedrooms, or even the price, fireplace that retains the historic permanence of a time but more about the distinct character that makes a past, or as grand as a rooftop promenade atop a landscape home worthy of being called exceptional. of city lights. So, to us, it’s not about the size of the property, the number of bedrooms, or even the price,

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but more about the distinct character that makes a home worthy of being called exceptional.

Because the worth of a home is defined in its details.

This is our world.

Because the worth of a home is defined in its details.

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Grace gyan@sothebysrealty.ca 403 660 290, 815L1o7gtho Avenue SW Calgary Alberta T2T

www.CalgarysMarket.c Grace Yan gyan@sothebysrealty.ca 403 660 6778 290, 815 17th Avenue SW Calgary Alberta T2T 0A1

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anada and hockey are synonymous. Hockey is our iconic sport and outdoor rinks take us back to our childhood days. So, why not embrace those memories along with the cold, frigid air and enjoy all that winter has to offer by building your own rink? Here are five tips to help you get out there and create the perfect ice pad for a game of shinny. Âť

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INVEST IN A QUALITY PLASTIC LINER Make sure to invest in an ultra-white liner to help keep your ice as cold as possible by reflecting the UV rays away from the ice. A good liner makes winter maintenance and spring clean-up easier.

THE PERFECT WINTER HOSE No one likes a cracked, frozen hose especially on a cold winter day. You want to choose a hose that can withstand the cold winter. But, keep in mind - even the most heavyduty hose shouldn't be left outside between floods or it will freeze.

EQUIP YOURSELF WITH THE PROPER OUTERWEAR A good pair of boots and the perfect parka are the ideal clothing items when exposing yourself to the frigid elements. Parkas like the Helly Hansen Berg Quilted Jacket from Mark's provides protection against the wind with its sturdy outer shell.

IDEAL TEMPERATURE TO FLOOD YOUR RINK Although -15 C may not be an ideal temperature for the average person, for us Canadians it's perfect for flooding our backyard rinks. If the temperature hits -10 to -15, snow or shine, day or night, get out and flood your rink!

PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE You will need to flood the rink a couple of times and resurface from time to time before it's fit for a game of pick-up. If you take time to flood you rink, the ice quality vastly improves.

Get out there and do as Canadians do: make the best backyard rink around! To learn more about the best outerwear to keep you warm on the ice, visit marks.com. THN www.newscanada.com

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here Teresa’s passion really shines is in her career as a real estate professional. As a long time investor, she has a genuine love for the industry. Whether her clients are buying or selling, investment, development or recreational property, it’s easy to see she truly does enjoy helping them accomplish their dreams.

Bellstar Realty, 187 Kananaskis Way, Canmore, AB T1W 0A3

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With views like these, you need not look further.

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