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SkyCity’s model suite showcases Pemberton’s renowned quality features and finishes.
AN AMENITY-RICH LIFESTYLE AND SUMMER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE AT TWO PEMBERTON GROUP COMMUNITIES
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n York Region you can choose from two popular Pemberton Group masterplanned communities. Each offers value-packed modern suites and a wealth of onsite amenities in a convenient, connected location. Act now to take advantage of Summer Incentives. Live an amenity-rich lifestyle at SkyCity2 in Richmond Hull. The Yonge and Highway 7 area is home to extensive shopping, dining and entertainment venues. Residents can walk to York Region Transit, take the GO Train to Union Station, ride GO bus service, or easily access Highways 407 and 404. SkyCity’s two 20-storey towers share a three-storey podium housing 17,000 square
feet of next-generation amenities. SkyGarden encompasses gazebos, arbours, a fireplace, lounge-style seating, barbeque stations and alfresco dining area. Amenities extend to two video gaming rooms, a multi-media theatre, two chic party rooms and a bar, a dining room and meeting room/library. There’s an equipped cardio studio, yoga/Pilates area, indoor swimming pool, change rooms with steam showers, and pool lounge with doublesided fireplace. SkyCity’s Presentation Centre with furnished kitchen, living room and bathroom vignettes is on Red Maple Road, at Yonge and Highway 7. Tour the furnished model for a full appreciation of these well-appointed suites. Prices start from the low-$300’s, including
current incentive. Call 905.709.5700. Indigo Condominiums is located in the historic Village of Maple, adjacent to the GO Station. Indigo will rise to 10 storeys with 247 spacious suites and includes 8 townhomes. Residents will have easy access to the shops and services at nearby Major Mackenzie Drive and Dufferin Road, and to the rest of the GTA. From the Maple GO Station to Union Station it’s just over a half-hour ride. Indigo will also be well served by the GO Transit Barrie rail line, GO Transit buses, York Region Transit and the Toronto Transit Commission. Highways 400 and 407 are only minutes away. Amenities
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fitness centre with steam rooms, an indoor hot tub and yoga studio, party room with a caterers’ kitchen, bar and private dining, a theatre, ground floor patio with barbeques, landscaped rooftop terrace with lounge and barbeques, and for pet lovers - a dog wash! Indigo’s Presentation Centre with furnished kitchen, bathroom and bedroom vignettes is located at 1860 Major Mackenzie Drive, Units 7 & 8. Prices start from the low-$400’s. Call 905.553.1430. To register and explore Pemberton Group’s many fine condominium communities, visit pembertongroup.com. You can also follow the company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
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EAST GWILLIMBURY ROCKS!
Dorothea Helms Connects people and ideas, and can be reached at writer@wsws.ca
New home shoppers looking for value in great locations continue to choose the Town of East Gwillimbury for their residential destination. Just half an hour north of Toronto, this municipality is growing at a rapid rate. The area offers an intriguing combination of rural and urban neighbourhoods, including growing villages and hamlets. Forests, parks and fertile farmland characterize the beautiful topography as well. Families also find everything they need and want in modern amenities, from excellent schools to recreational facilities and shopping centres. Even with its population expected to reach 86,000 by 2031, the Town plans to maintain 75 per cent green space in trails and natural areas. Among the popular communities in East Gwillimbury are Queensville, Sharon, Holland Landing and Mount Albert – each with a unique charm and character. Thursdays from 2 to 7 p.m., Fieldgate Plaza is the setting for the East Gwillimbury Queensville What a booming residential hotspot Queensville is! Currently home to 750, this area of East Gwillimbury is slated for major growth over the coming years, with a projection of eventually being home to 30,000 residents. Plans are in the works for major development in the 50-hectare Queensville Centre, which will add commercial venues, as well as thousands of jobs in an Employment Area along the Highway 404 extension. Among the possibilities for these venues are retail stores, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, business and medical offices, fire and police services, as well as recreational, educational, cultural and religious facilities. The Village of Queensville encompasses a public park with tennis courts, a softball diamond, playground and the largest Antique Mall in York Region. In addition, lands have been designated for a post-secondary institution to be located within Queensville. East Gwillimbury’s 2016 Canada Day celebrations will take place at the Sharon Temple and Mount Albert Lions Club Community Centre (Photo courtesy of the Town of East Gwillimbury)
Farmers’ Market (Photo courtesy of the Town of East Gwillimbury)
Sharon Originally settled in the early 1800s by United Empire Loyalists (many of them Quakers), Sharon is now Or home to about 3,000, and is expected to experience population growth to 12,000. The Town is taking care to respect the area’s heritage traditions through carefully designed architecture and lower density development. This Village is well known for its heritage buildings and structures, including the Sharon Temple, a National Historic Site & Museum (sharontemple.ca) that features concerts, educational programs and festivals. Built by the Children of Peace, this structure was a showcase for their vision for a society based on peace, equality and social justice. The nearby Sharon Burying Ground is the resting place for many members of the Children of Peace, with the oldest tombstones dating back to the 1820s. The Town’s Civic Centre is also located in Sharon, in a location that will eventually become a vibrant Town Square.
Holland Landing – River Park Drive Currently home to 9,000, Holland Landing – River Park Drive is likely to grow to encompass 20,000 in the future. A major draw for new home buyers in this area is the fact that the East Gwillimbury GO Station is situated in Holland Landing, making it a natural choice for commuters. Families appreciate its elementary schools and branch of the East Gwillimbury Public Library. In addition, water-lovers and avid boaters love living here because the East Holland River bisects the area, with several marinas available along the stretch of water. A trail system connects East Gwillimbury to the trails in Newmarket and Aurora, which is a popular feature for walkers and joggers. Some of the original small frame cottages on River Park Drive are still in use today, many with enhancements. Mount Albert Another growing section of East Gwillimbury is Mount Albert, which is situated on a scenic hill in the eastern section of the municipality. Originally part of an Algonquin Indian trail, in the early 19th Century, it was settled by many of the area’s original residents. Currently home to approximately 4,200 residents, Mount Albert is expected to grow in population to about 6,000. Among the families During the summer, East Gwillimbury is home to occasional outdoor concerts amenities (Photo courtesy of the Town of East Gwillimbury) enjoy are the Mount Albert Community Centre on Main Street and the Mount Albert branch of East Gwillimbury Public Library on Centre Street. Centre is the area’s prominent thoroughfare, and is an ideal spot for redevelopment as more people move into this picturesque area. The Mount Albert Downtown area is slated for revitalization in the upcoming years. For more information on this burgeoning municipality, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca.
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BROOKFIELD BREAKS GROUND ON THE ARBORS CONDOMINIUMS IN AURORA
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he mood was exciting at the recent groundbreaking celebration at The Arbors Condominiums. With the four-storey condominium now underway, Brookfield Residential’s vision for this outstanding Aurora community is becoming a beautiful reality. The event took place at the brand new Presentation Centre, where visitors can tour a designer-decorated model suite to appreciate the spaciousness of the layouts and interior quality finishes used throughout. The Arbors Condominiums is designed to make the most of the woodlot and spectacular views. Discover a collection of open-concept, one- and two-bedroom suites, priced from just the mid-$300,000s (including parking). This is A-list living for incredible prices! The building is slated to begin construction this summer with occupancies in the fall of 2017. Many of the finishes that today’s buyers come to expect
are included as standard, such as 9’ ceiling, granite or quartz kitchen counters, stainless steel appliances and laminate flooring, to name a few. With more than 60 per cent now sold, now is the time to come and see the wealth of options available for preferred suite design and location. The residence will encompass more than 12,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor amenities. Attentive concierge service will be provided in the chic lobby. Active residents will have the use of an equipped fitness centre, yoga studio and bike/flex storage. When it comes time to relax, entertain and have fun, there will be a billiards room and a party room opening onto a BBQ patio lounge. On the practical side, The Arbors Condominiums will include a guest suite, storage lockers and a pet mud-room. Plus, for the ultimate in convenience, the ground level will feature proposed retail/commercial venues. What more could you ask for?
Construction on the next phase of The Arbors Condominiums community is now underway!
Location is one of the main drawing points to The Arbors, which is situated just off Leslie Street, north of Wellington Street, close to Highway 404 access, the GO train, transit and proposed walkable amenities such as grocery stores, retail venues and restaurants. The community is adjacent to parkland, protected woodlots, nature trails, and more in this sought-after area of the growing Town of Aurora. MoneySense magazine’s recently released listing of Canada’s Best Places to Live 2016 places Aurora 19th overall, and 10th for the “small cities” category out of the 219 municipalities considered! About Brookfield Residential: For over 60 years, Brookfield Residential has built a reputation as an industry leader and innovator. Exceptional customer experience is the benchmark of their success, with
the goal of ensuring homeowners have complete peace-of-mind throughout the home purchasing and construction process. Brookfield Residential has been honoured with several industry recognitions as a result of their continued commitment to their homeowners including the prestigious J.D. Power and Associates` award for Highest Ranking Builder in Customer Satisfaction, Tarion Builder of the Year, OHBA Builder of the Year and CHBA Marketing Excellence Award. Brookfield’s new Arbors Presentation Centre with model suite to tour is located at 509 William Graham Drive. Hours are Monday to Thursday 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Friday closed). For more information, call 1-844-503-0992 or visit ArborsCondominiums.ca.
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MODEL HOMES SHOWCASE BEAUTY AND VALUE AT MILL STREET VILLAGE IN TOTTENHAM
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ince opening two new model homes in May at Mill Street Village in Tottenham this spring, Ballymore Homes and Briarwood Homes have had tremendous feedback from enthusiastic visitors. The Newcastle and Hampshire models are examples of the 50-foot single detached residences, and a tour through these beauties offers the opportunity to experience firsthand the effect of these builders’ craftsmanship and the features and finishes options available. Measuring in at 3,127 square feet, the Newcastle model has four bedrooms and an open-concept main floor layout, with the living/
dining room and kitchen open to the great room. The Hampshire model is 2,903 square feet in size and includes a library, separate dining room and second-floor laundry room. Among the highlights in both are kitchen islands, Jackand Jill bathrooms, and private master ensuites with free-standing oval tubs.
oak stairs, railings and spindles. Gourmet kitchens have extended upper cabinetry and granite kitchen countertops with undermount sink. Purchasers receive a two-year discounted Rogers bundle plan valued up to $4,000, plus an exclusive discount offer with Woodington Lake Golf Course.
Prices for the 50-foot series of all-brick bungalows and two-storey homes start from $749,990. Sizes range from 2,035 to 3,344 square feet. Buy now and receive a limited-time bonus package that includes casement windows throughout, 3 1/4” stained oak hardwood flooring on the main floor, as well as stained
You can also choose from the limited collection of 40 ft. homes available, starting in price from $604,990. The bonus package includes a choice of $7,500 in décor dollars; or granite kitchen countertop with undermount sink; or 3 ¼” natural oak hardwood flooring in upper hall and master bedroom; or an Energy
Star air conditioner and humidifier. These homes also come with six months of free Rogers services, valued up to $2,400, and an exclusive offer with Woodington Lake Golf Course. Mill Street Village is located just north of Hwy 9, east of Tottenham Road, close to neighbourhood parks, trails, Tottenham Conservation Area, schools, daycare facilities, shops, restaurants, plus a recreation centre and arena. The Mill Street Village Sales Centre is located at 6490 4th Line in Tottenham, and is open Monday to Thursday 1 to 8 p.m.; Friday by appointment; weekends 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 855-232-8100; visit www.millstreethomes.com.
OHBA ReAdy tO WORk WitH GOveRnment On OntARiO’s ClimAte CHAnGe ACtiOn PlAn
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ecently the provincial government released Ontario’s Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP). The action plan commits to lowering greenhouse gas emissions by 15 per cent by 2020, 37 per cent by 2030 and 80 per cent by 2050. The CCAP has specific actions that impact new housing and land-use planning, including: • Home Energy Rating and Disclosure (HERD): Energy audits would be required before a new or existing single-family home can be listed for sale, and the energy rating will be included in the real estate listing. These audits are intended to be provided free of charge under this plan. • A rebate for high-performance: Rebates will go to individuals who purchase or build their own near net zero carbon emission homes, with energy efficiency performance that sufficiently exceeds the requirements of the Building Code. • Funding for new technologies for homes: Assistance to homeowners to purchase and install low-carbon energy technologies such as geothermal heat pumps and air-source heat pumps, solar thermal and solar energy generation systems. • Building Code Changes: Update the Building Code with long-term energy efficiency targets for new net zero carbon emission small buildings by 2030. • Retrofitting existing private apartments: Incentives to install energy-efficient technologies, like boiler replacements, adaptive thermostats and lighting retrofits. • Electric-Vehicle-Ready Homes: Require all new homes with garages to be constructed with a 50-amp, 240-volt receptacle.
“OHBA has been a long-time supporter of a home energy rating system for existing homes as well as a consumer rebate for newly-constructed homes that exceed the Ontario Building Code. We are encouraged that both these recommendations are included in Ontario’s Climate Change Action Plan,” said Joe Vaccaro, CEO, Ontario Home Builders’ Association. When the 2017 Building Code comes into effect in January 2017, houses constructed after that point will consume only 50 per cent of the energy they would have used in 2005. The Building Code primarily deals with new construction, which comprises only one per cent of the overall building stock on an annual basis, that’s why it is essential to improve the existing 4.8 million homes in Ontario. Achieving a 2030 net zero Building Code will require extensive consultation with the industry and the necessary cost-benefit analysis for consumers. “With over 30 per cent of Ontario’s new homes being Energy Star qualified, OHBA members are already leaders in building high-performance homes,” said Vaccaro. “We need to ensure that the upgrades we make to the 2030 Building Code are worth it to the consumer.” The Ontario Home Builders’ Association is the voice of the building, land development and professional renovation industry in Ontario representing 4,000 member companies organized into 30 local associations across the province. Our members have built over 700,000 homes in the last 10 years in over 500 Ontario communities. The industry contributes over $45 billion to Ontario’s economy and employs over 325,000 people across the province.
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MASON HOMES CELEBRATES A NEW BENCHMARK IN ENERGY-EFFICIENT QUALITY HOME CONSTRUCTION President of Mason Homes, Gord Mason at centre, cuts the ribbon with dignitaries from l to r, Councillor Patrick O’Reilly, City of Kawartha Lakes; Mike Holmes; Peterborough Mayor Daryl Bennett; MPP Jeff Leal, and Corey McBurney, president EnerQuality.
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n Sunday, June 12, Mason Homes celebrated an industry first and a company milestone along with the Grand Opening of six model homes at the Parklands community in Peterborough. The site will be built to the high standards of the ENERGY STAR® for New Homes program and certified under Mike Holmes’ HOLMES Approved Homes Program. MPP for Peterborough Jeff Leal, and Peterborough Mayor Daryl Bennett joined Gord Mason, President of Mason Homes, and trusted contractor, Mike Holmes, as well as other dignitaries to officially mark this special accomplishment. Guests toured the models, with live inspection demonstrations by MIKE HOLMES Inspections. “We’re honoured to have our MPP, Mayor and Mike Holmes here to help us celebrate
Visitors enjoyed the meet and greet with (L to R) Mike Holmes Jr., Sherry Holmes, Gord Mason, and Mike Holmes.
L to R)MPP Jeff Leal and Mayor Bennett tour one of six model homes with Gord Mason and Mike Holmes.
this benchmark in new home construction,” said Gord Mason. “Our company is committed to going above and beyond when it comes to protecting the environment, and creating a housing stock that includes today’s best building practices and materials. It is the buyers of our homes and their family who will reap the most from this approach.” Since 1995, Mason Homes has been building ENERGY STAR® for New Homes. A HOLMES Approved Home undergoes a series of inspections, conducted by official MIKE HOLMES Inspectors. This third-party evaluation offers a transparent record of the home’s quality and value. Every Mason home also comes with the company’s own Green for Life features. Parklands in Peterborough is a fine example of New Urbanism master-planning and features a wide variety of home styles, some with rearlaneway access to the garage resulting in attractive streetscapes. Parks, ponds and 5 km of trails plus ffuture neighbourhood shopping and public transit sservice are planned. Upon completion, Parklands will be home for up to 900 families. Parklands offers apartments, freehold townhomes, semi-detached homes, rear-lane courtyard homes and traditional detached homes, as well as The Arbor Condo Villas – 84 condominium townhomes in a private enclave setting. Prices range from $249,900 to just under $444,900. Sales Centre and Model Court are located on Broadway Boulevard (east off Chemong Road, north of Milroy Drive). Telephone: 1.866.443.7900. Visit MasonHomes.ca.
MAYOR PROUD OF CITY’S SUCCESS!
Vaughan ranked in the top 25 best places to live in Canada in annual report by MoneySense Magazine
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ore people are becoming aware of the Vaughan Advantage and the many reasons why residents are proud to live, work and play in the city. MoneySense Magazine released its Best Places to Live 2016 report today and the City of Vaughan is ranked 20th out of 219 cities in Canada, up from 38th place in 2015 and 56th in 2014. Vaughan also ranked among the top 10 cities for a high average household net worth in Canada and achieved top marks for having a low crime rate - which reinforces the City’s image of being one of the safest communities in Canada. Provincially it ranked eighth overall for offering the best quality of life. The results are ranked
“ Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua promotes the Vaughan Advantage and the tremendous success of the City of Vaughan.
within 20 separate categories across each community, and derived from Census data and Statistics Canada information. With a well-educated workforce and a diverse population of more than 320,000 people who speak 99 languages, Vaughan is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Canada. It has one of the lowest property taxes in the GTA and is home to more than 11,000 businesses that employ more than 200,000 people. With major city-building initiatives underway, including the Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre and the Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension, Vaughan is well on its way to becoming a world-class city.
It’s clear that our vision of creating a world-class city is becoming a reality and people are taking note of what Vaughan has to offer. Being ranked as a top city in Canada is a reflection of how great it is to live here and of our commitment to putting our citizens first. It is rewarding to see that Vaughan consistently ranks highly as one of the safest communities to live and it’s a testament to the quality of life our residents enjoy. As a growing city we take pride in our diversity and our ability to attract investment, businesses and visitors. This is evident in our healthy job market with less than six per cent unemployment, our strong population growth and low tax rates. With many new and exciting projects underway that are transforming the city, I know the best is yet to come!
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- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
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Welcome home to spacious condominium living. Starting from the low 400’s Welcome to a new take on luxury. A new interpretation of home. A fresh perspective on everything you’ve ever wanted. From the fundamentals to exciting amenities. We want to welcome you to the next chapter in comfort, and introduce you to Pemberton, the home of spacious condominium living. INDIGO is your ticket to an enriched lifestyle. With convenient shopping nearby, live steps from the Maple GO Station, connecting you to downtown and across the GTA. Everything is at your doorstep at INDIGO. Presentation Centre 1860 Major Mackenzie Dr., Units 7 & 8
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