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This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Matthew Regan Sales Representative

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For more details on this cover home refer to Page 19

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Web ID #233

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Mississauga Beautiful semi located across from a park in a family friendly neighbourhood. Loaded with upgrades including a gorgeous kitchen with large pantry, quartz countertops, S/S appliances & a glass backsplash.

Broker

Allison Addison Sales Representative

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Sharon Regan Sales Representative

Mississauga Move in ready and located in the heart of Clarkson Village. Fabulous end-unit townhome approx 1,200 sq ft. Recently renovated with open concept layout, laminate flooring, electric fireplace and more.

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Mississauga Beautifully landscaped private lot in Lorne Park's prestigious Whiteoaks of Jalna. Tastefully renovated 4 bedroom family home with custom kitchen with silestone counters and S/S appliances.

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Mississauga If a picture is worth a thousand words then to witness this property in person is indescribable. Situated on a breathtaking lot overlooking Lake Ontario with unobstructed views of the Toronto skyline.

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Mississauga Loft at the Onyx! Thousands spent on upgrades such as zebra hardwood, S/S appliances, granite in kitchen, marble in powder room, solid wood staircase, etc... Master has it's own ensuite and walk-in closet.

Michael Regan

Mississauga Enjoy the tranquility & lifestyle of this lakeside neighbourhood! Over 6000 sq ft of finished living space. 5 spacious bedrooms all with ensuite baths. Huge gourmet kitchen walks out to resort like backyard.

Web ID #204

Mississauga Nestled among towering mature trees on a quiet crescent. This beautifully renovated home is sure to impress! Expansive windows & skylights fill this open concept layout with loads of natural sunlight.

Web ID #262

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Web ID #267

Toronto Spacious corner unit with 2 bedrooms and 2 balconies. Gorgeous unobstructed views - walking distance to amenities. Kitchen with lots of counter space and cabinets, a separate dining and living area.

Matthew Regan

Sales Representative

Sold

Mississauga Elegant family home on a quiet court filled with mature trees.

This 4 bedroom home features hardwood flooring, pot lighting and crown mouldings throughout the main floor.

Oakville Downtown Oakville end unit townhome. First time offered for sale! 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, hardwood floors, Quartz counters, stainless steel appliances & backsplash.

Web ID #253

Sold

Mississauga Located in the exclusive enclave of Coventry Lane this executive end unit boasts an open & inviting floor plan & a rarely available double garage. The formal living & dining room is ideal for entertaining family & friends.

Web ID #259

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Oakville Beautifully updated executive family home on ravine lot in the neighbourhood of Wedgewood Creek! Immaculate 4 bedroom family home with gourmet dream kitchen and renovated spa-like master ensuite.

Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage Jackie Noble

Sales Representative

Nadia Meco

Sales Representative

Tammy Snow Client Sevices Manager

Office: 905.822.6900 Not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale.

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$4,995,000 Designed & built by one of North America's premier builders Ferris Rafauli.

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SOUTH BURLINGTON DESIGNER HOME $1,969,000 Exquisite home with over 6,100 sq ft of luxury living on a 222’ deep mature lot. This 4+1 bedroom, 4 ½ dream bathroom has a designer kitchen with granite counters, 6 built-in appliances, exotic wood flooring, master retreat with walk-in closet & 5 piece ensuite bath, prof finished basement with walkout & more. MLS®H3128599

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OPEN CONCEPT BUNGALOW $1,098,888 Beautiful Open concept bungalow with endless views on a park like setting! This almost ¾ acre country estate features granite counters in the kitchen & baths, S/S appliances, hardwood & porcelain tiles throughout, California shutters, 3 ensuite baths with heated floors, vaulted ceilings & more! Please call for a private viewing! MLS®H3125934

$1,980,000 Stunning 5 bedroom, 4 bath custom build with nothing between you and the water. S/S appliances, granite, hardwood & stone flooring, crown moulding, nanny or in-law suite, master with 5 piece ensuite, walk-in closet & balcony overlooking water & equisite landscape, heated floors in kitchen & baths, surround sound, 3 gas fireplace & so much more!

$1,099,000 Charming 3 bedroom 2 ½ bath Georgian with water views! S/S appliances, granite counters, wood & gas fireplaces, hardwood floors, crown moulding, pot lights, stunning master with walk-in closet & updated ensuite bath with laundry.

Gorgeous property with possible severance potential.

Walk to downtown, the pier, the beach, Spencer Smith Park with easy access to the QEW, 407 & 403!

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$1,999,998 Custom 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath bungalow on the ravine. High ceilings, stone, hardwood, gas fireplace in great room, exquisite finishes, large master with walk-in closet & 5 piece bath with heated floors, separate dining room, unparalleled views from your covered porch! Over 3200 sq ft on 1 floor of luxury living.

$739,000 Spacious 4+1 bedroom, 3 ½ bath home on quiet crescent in Oakville. Hardwood flooring in living room, dining room & family room, main floor laundry, master with 4 piece ensuite & walk-in closet, in-law or nanny suite with kitchen, family room, den, bedroom & 3 piece bath. Close to amenities & minutes to QEW!

$439,000 Stunning views on the lake! Spacious and updated 2 bedroom plus den with separate dining area and an eat-in updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and huge pantry.

Hardwood flooring, 2 three piece bathrooms, crown moulding and so much more in gorgeous Admiral walk! A must see!

$2,700/MONTH Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom on the lake! hardwood flooring, S/S appliances, granite countertops, ensuite laundry, pool, hot tub, gym, 2 parking spots and locker. Tenant to provide credit check and references, no pets, no smokers. First and last for deposit, Available immediately. 1 year lease.

GORGEOUS TYANDAGA RAVINE 5,000 square feet of completely updated luxury finishes. 4+1 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms, gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, hardwood floors, crown moulding, heated floors, marble, wine cellar, bar and gym.

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Grapefruit to DISHES + SALADS Following a healthy diet doesn't mean that you have to eat the same dish every day. As the seasons change, so should your meals and the ingredients you add to them. Each season offers its own unique variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that can be added to recipes for a boost of freshness and originality.

Richards reminds us that putting a salad on our menu is a great way to get the daily recommended servings of fruits and vegetables - and it's also a good way to experiment with in-season produce.

“Winter is peak season for Florida grapefruit, the sweetest and juiciest variety of grapefruit in the world,” says Emily Richards, a home economist. “And that's just one benefit of this healthy, versatile ingredient that will tantalize your taste buds and provide nutrients to support good health. One-half of a Florida grapefruit contains 100 percent of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C, so this touch of natural sweetness in your meals will also help support a healthy immune system.

“Best of all, salads can be salty or sweet, hot or cold, and made with a variety of textures,” she points out. “The recipe for Florida Grapefruit and Jicama Vietnamese Salad, for example, combines flavours from Florida grapefruit, soy sauce and rice vinegar with the crunchy texture of Mexican jicama. It is a spiced up, refreshing salad, that is a great addition to serve alongside your favourite protein or fish. Using in-season produce makes this dish as fresh as it is flavourful.”

Florida's unique fertile soil and lush subtropical climate provide ideal growing conditions for grapefruit to thrive. Growers there have knowledge plus experience - and the lush citrus groves produce the fresh juicy taste that is inside every Florida grapefruit.

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Thinly slice jicama and stack slices. Cut into 2 inch (5 cm) matchstick size strips and place in a large bowl. Add cabbage, Florida grapefruit segments, carrot and cucumber.

• 3 cups (750 ml) shredded Napa Cabbage • 2 Florida Ruby Red Grapefruits, peeled and segmented • 1 Carrot, shredded • 1 cup (250 ml) diced English Cucumber • 3 tbsp (45 ml) Florida Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice • 2 tbsp (30 ml) each Soy Sauce and Rice Vinegar • 1 large Clove Garlic, minced • 2 tbsp (30 ml) liquid Honey • 2 tsp (10 ml) Sriracha Chili Sauce

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In a small bowl, whisk together Florida grapefruit juice, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, honey and chili sauce. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes before serving for flavours to develop.

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Backing on to green space. Terrific family home. Professionally finished lower level. $1,450,000

Sleek, contemporary and brand NEW! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Steps to shops and walking trails. $649,000

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f you've already booked your skiing holiday, you're probably looking forward to perfecting your snow bunny look and enjoying winter treats in the lodge. But your vacation can provide plenty of fantastic health benefits too, including weight loss, muscular fitness and even relief from seasonal affective disorder or SAD.

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The trick to skiing is, of course, to keep yourself balanced on a slippery slope. Engaging your stomach muscles this way boosts core stability and compresses the lower abdomen (which means a flatter tummy).

Plus, it promotes overall flexibility and coordination.

Your leg muscles will also thank you:

the general stance of a skier is a slight crouch which strengthens the large quadriceps and glutes muscle groups.

Hitting the slopes is also a fantastic cardiovascular workout. It elevates your heart rate which promotes blood circulation and brings more nutrients and oxygen to your tissues. The immersive experience of skiing also boosts endorphins and adrenaline, providing an overall feeling of wellness. Âť

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If those sugary pastries you gorged on back at the lodge are weighing on your conscious, take solace in the fact that skiing is a solid way to keep trim over the winter months. Most experts agree that an average day on the slopes burns serious calories, up to 3000, far more than an average gym session. Cold temperatures also force your body to raise its own temperature, burning even more calories. Need proof? Trace Snow, a free comprehensive ski and snowboard app, helps you track your day at the mountain. It measures calories burned, speed, distance and much more.

Falling temperatures and exaggerations of a polar vortex can deter many from hitting the slopes, but the many advantages of skiing are undeniable. Try it out at Blue Mountain, Ontario's largest ski and snowboard Resort, where active Winter Warriors can put the Trace Snow App to good use by lapping the trails until the sun goes down.

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Stunning Cape Cod in highly sought-after Nature nudges at every turn. Poised on Beautiful 3 year old 4 Bedroom with well- Multiple walk-outs to in-ground pool, community. Totally updated from top-to- a Ravine lot w/ pool & separate cottage. designed main floor with private office. finished Lower level, crown moulding bottom on private estate lot $1,749,000 Outstanding living inside & out! $1,698,000 All Bedrooms have ensuites $1,598,000 & wood burning fireplaces $1,398,000

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Approx 4,200 sq ft + finished Lower situated Breathtaking Custom almost 8,500 sq ft Impressive new open concept 4 Bedroom on Exceptional Victorian designed home on an irregular 175 x 237 ft lot w/ pool Estate on over 1/2 an acre landscaped private cul-de-sac with Quartz countertops moments to Waterfront park. 4 Bdrms w/ & 3 car garage with car lift $2,295,000 lot with pool & koi pond $2,395,000 and hardwood throughout $1,898,000 ensuites & chef inspired Kitchen $1,848,000

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Updated 5+1 Bdrm on a 109 x 120 ft Gorgeous renovated 4 Bedroom with 4 Bdrm bungalow situated on a stunning Open concept renovated 4 Bedroom landscaped lot with pool. One of a kind wonderful layout. Hardwood throughout deep ravine pie-shaped lot backing onto sidesplit on spacious, privately hedged Kitchen open to the Family room $1,395,000 and finished Lower level $1,250,000 creek, fabulous size & layout $1,199,000 lot with pool & 3 car garage $1,149,900

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he cold temperatures are here to stay so as you take cover indoors, it's the perfect time to put home improvement projects on your to-do list. Here are a few ideas to make your home feel and look fabulous very quickly: Âť

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BOLD The bathroom is a great place to start improvements, so if yours is boring, basic, or just outdated, it's time to make a change even on a budget.

Faucets are a simple and affordable way to instantly renew the look and functionality of this busy room. For example, the Darcy bathroom collection from Moen includes transitionally styled faucets that provide a soft-modern look and water-saving benefits to offer the best of form, function, and beauty in no time.

The collection is also available in Spot Resist Brushed Nickel finish, so you'll save time cleaning, as it helps resist water spots and fingerprints.

WEATHER

THE WINTER WISELY

No one wants to spend money on high energy bills, so be sure your home isn't losing heat through windows and doors that aren't insulated properly. Updates such as weather stripping can keep the cool air out while keeping the warm air inside - all of which will prevent throwing money out the window.

And don't stop there. Simple tasks, such as replacing worn-out caulk, insulating your outlets, and prepping your windows with plastic cling for the winter months can significantly reduce heating bills. Âť

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KITCHEN UPGRADE Cold weather keeps us inside with far more cooking and entertaining in the kitchen. Decor advisers at Moen Canada say that the quickest way to update the kitchen, much like the bathroom, is by installing a new faucet. From food preparation to clean-up, the faucet is a major workhorse - as well as a beauty focal point. Pulldown and pullout faucets are a popular choice, such as the company's new Brookshire kitchen faucet, which features decorative touches and classic styling with a pullout design for at-your-fingertips water delivery. It's equipped with the Reflex system, which offers self-retraction of the spray wand, as well as a wide range of motion, generous reach, and secure docking retraction.

Get FIRED UP Nothing feels better on a cold night than getting cozy by a fire, but is your fireplace prepped for the season? For a wood-burning fireplace, inspect the chimney for nests or cracks. Next, clean it thoroughly to remove creosote (unburned fuel) to prevent unwanted fires. For gas-burning fireplaces, be sure the airways of the pilot and main burners are working properly and the blower is clean. Finally, be sure you have working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, as well as an operational fire extinguisher nearby. Now it's easy to relax and enjoy the warm glow safely.

WALLS THAT WOW CREATE

Adding a splash of colour to your home by painting your ceiling or creating an accent wall will not only serve to refresh your home, but can also help to brighten up your spirits when the daylight hours are shorter.

Cooler weather means faster drying times. Not only does the cooler weather help paint dry, but the lack of humidity in the air will also be a plus when it comes to your paint drying properly.

If you start your project early enough in the colder season, you can get your project done in a timely manner without having to pay an exorbitant amount in added heating bills. Âť

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Re-Flooring

HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER Winter is a wonderful time to focus on re-flooring. You can choose from all sorts of materials including stone, terracotta, marble, carpet, tile or wood— the flooring of your home can help shape the look and feel you want.

Wood floors have never been easier to install yourself and tend to be quite affordable. The winter air ensures a quicker drying time for any adhesive involved, and new wood flooring tends to insulate better than old, worn flooring. Replace worn down carpet padding if necessary. This will increase the comfort in your home.

FOCUS ON

FIXTURES & FANS With shorter winter days, there's less natural light and so you may notice your fixtures a lot more. For added illumination and energy savings, update incandescent bulbs with brighter, Energy Star-rated bulbs which use about 75 percent less energy and last 10 to 25 times longer. Next, take a look at the ceiling fans in your home. Start by cleaning the blades with a gentle detergent and then switch the blades to rotate clockwise. Changing this setting pushes warm air down into the room, making it feel warmer.

Your home will operate more efficiently with these wintertime changes - and as importantly, it will look and feel fabulous. THN www.newscanada.com

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Stunning upgraded corner unit overlooking greenspace. Former model suite features granite counters, dark hardwood floors and California closets. 1 underground parking spot and 1 locker. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom.

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Upgraded 1,445 sq ft corner suite with two tiled balconies. Open kitchen with island, hardwood floors, on floor locker, two parking spaces.

Stunning lake views. 2 bedrooms, 2 spa inspired bathrooms.

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3,156 sq ft of upgraded luxury on Shoreline Crescent with lake views. Family room with gas fireplace. Quality finishes include granite, marble, hardwood floors, crown molding and pot lights. Spa inspired bathrooms. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms.

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Spectacular lot in prime downtown core location. 1912 classic with 9’ ceilings, pot lights, stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors.

Updated including kitchen with island and main bathroom with granite. 4 bedrooms. MLS® H3143847

One of a kind character home. Over 3,000 sq ft of upgraded charm combined with every modern amenity.

Gourmet kitchen overlooks family room with fireplace. Covered porch, inground pool. 4 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half bathrooms. MLS® H3145943

Beautifully updated, modified ranch with hardwood floors, granite & pot lights.

Retreat style 2nd floor master with spa inspired bathroom. Gourmet kitchen, open concept great space. This spectacular property has it all. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. MLS® H3148686

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100’ of lakefront with stunning views over private grounds. Armour stone seawall. Hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances.

Professionally finished lower level. Circular driveway. 2+1 bedrooms, 3 updated bathrooms. Unique opportunity.

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Unique, custom, contemporary, 1.34 acre estate on prime Lovers Lane.

Incredible quality and design with amazing space. Volumes of glass & natural light in a mature, private setting of rolling lawns and mature evergreens. 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half bathrooms. MLS® H3146346

Stunning 132’ x 264’ estate lot with severance potential. Classic centre hall Cape Cod with incredible Aspen style great room addition. Easily converted to single family from 3 separate suites. 4+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.

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TODAY, enlightened travellers often say they want to go on vacation, but sense that the total experience should not be all about them. Reaching out to the world is also about generating positive results for the greater good.

This is exactly what prompted three adventurous women to travel to Peru on an off the beaten track expedition to Machu Picchu. They went with the help of Charity Challenge, a tour operator dedicated to benefiting charities, as well as giving help to the local communities where their travellers go. The tour operator has a unique and carefully planned program for trips to nearly 12 countries. You can trek, cycle, climb, or ski throughout the world with the organization, while raising vital funds for a charity you love. Âť

ABOVE: Ancient City of Machu Picchu, Peru

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“It was the BEST thing I did in a long time,” says GERHILD NEUGEBAUER from British Columbia.

“First of all it was just so well organized and the participants all had the same goal; making people aware of the charity of their choice and its purpose … Some of my friends offered to sponsor me without me having to ask for a donation because they wanted to be part of the adventure.”

Neugebauer also pointed out that Charity Challenge is environmentally conscious.

TOP LEFT: Great Wall Discovery, China TOP RIGHT: Sapa Hill Tribe, Vietnam Trek MIDDLE LEFT: Kilimanjaro Summit Climb, Tanzania BOTTOM LEFT: Sahara Desert Trek, Morocco

“We all had to sign a paper agreeing not to use any environmentally damaging products etc. They also hire local people for the trek from the cooks to the guides.

Some of the money they get from the participants is donated to needy causes.

Our Guide and his people were fantastic on the trek and in Cusco, they helped us whenever we needed things like hotel advice and changing money.”

You too can go on many adventures that include raising money for a charity and giving back to the local communities you visit. For example, the leading human rights organization, Amnesty International, is just one of many charities that benefit from these exciting tours.

More information is available at www.charitychallenge.ca. THN www.newscanada.com

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$829,000 PRESTIGIOUS WINTERBERRY ESTATES ~ TYANDAGA CUL DE SAC • 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath + den • Approx 3100 sq ft + unfinished lower level • Replaced windows, furnace and A/C • Re-shingled • MLS®H3145595

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