GTA Homes Magazine - January 14, 2023

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PERSONAL FINANCE | JESSE ABRAMS

Jesse Abrams is Co-Founder at Homewise, a mortgage advisory and brokerage firm based in Toronto. thinkhomewise.com

WESTERN VIEW | MIKE COLLINS-WILLIAMS

Mike Collins-Williams, RPP, MCIP, is CEO West End Home Builders’ Association. westendhba.ca.

HOME REALTY | DEBBIE COSIC

Debbie Cosic is CEO and founder of In2ition Realty. She has overseen the sale of more than $15 billion worth of real estate. With Debbie at its helm, In2ition has become one of the fastest-growing and most innovative new home and condo sales companies. in2ition.ca

REALTY INSIDER | MICHAEL KLASSEN

Michael Klassen is the Broker of Record, Eleven Eleven Real Estate Services. Based in Toronto, this firm is a residential pre-construction listing brokerage. 1111realty.ca

REAL ESTATE PRO | BARBARA LAWLOR

Barbara Lawlor is President and CEO of Baker Real Estate Inc., and an indemand columnist and speaker. A member of the Baker team since 1993, Barbara oversees the marketing and sale of condo developments in Canada and overseas. baker-re.com

STAT CHAT | BEN MYERS

Ben Myers is President of Bullpen Consulting. Ben provides pricing recommendation, product mix, and valuation studies on new residential housing developments for builders, lenders and property owners. bullpenconsulting.ca

LEGALLY SPEAKING | JAYSON SCHWARZ

Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. He can be reached by visiting schwarzlaw.ca or by email at info@schwarzlaw.ca or phone at 416.486.2040.

BILD REPORT | DAVE WILKES

Dave Wilkes is president and CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), the voice of the home building, land development and professional renovation industry in the GTA. For the latest industry news and new home data, follow BILD on Twitter at @bildgta or visit bildgta.ca

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WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY

The beginning of a new year is a natural time for reflection, and in the context of real estate in the GTA and surrounding areas, this period could represent turning the corner on market conditions.

There’s no question the multiple interest rate hikes through 2022 have negatively affected home sales and average prices (and consumer confidence), though more so in some markets and housing categories than others. And the first quarter of 2023 may see more of the same. Experts, however, largely agree that those challenges are short term, and the underlying fundamentals over the long term – namely low unemployment, strong population growth and a dearth in housing supply – remain strong.

Looking deeper into the new year and beyond, then, we can see the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel.

“Increased borrowing costs represent a short-term shock to the housing market,” says Kevin Crigger, president of the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board. “Over the medium- to long-term, the demand for ownership housing will pick up strongly. This is because a huge share of record immigration will be pointed at the GTA and the Greater Golden Horseshoe in the coming years, and all of these people will require a place to live, with the majority looking to buy. The long-term problem for policymakers will not be inflation and borrowing costs, but rather ensuring we have enough housing to accommodate population growth.”

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Royal LePage concurs, saying the rates of decline have been modest and will likely be short-lived.

“We have a tightly managed national mortgage portfolio, with historically low default rates, supported by homeowners who have been required to qualify for a loan under the strict federal stress test for the last five years,” says Phil Soper, president and CEO of Royal LePage.

Without a significant increase in housing supply, a return of buyers to the market should start to put upward pressure on prices again.

“It’s important to note that many would-be buyers currently sitting on the sidelines have not been forced to exit the market,” Soper adds. “While some of these families have been priced out for now by rising borrowing rates, we believe some have voluntarily adopted a wait-and-see attitude. When interest rates appear to have stabilized, these buyers may jump back into the market, anticipating a return to escalating home values.”

With activity levels expected to pick up again by the middle of 2023, provided interest rates stabilize and consumer confidence is restored, these first few months of the new year represent an excellent window of opportunity for financially secure, well-prepared buyers.

OHBA CALLS ON PROVINCE TO AUDIT MAJOR MUNICIPALITIES’ GROWTH FUNDING CHARGES

The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) is calling on the government of Ontario to audit the collection and use of growth funding charges in major municipalities. Given the accumulation of significant reserves at the municipal and regional levels of government, it is in the interest of the public and new-home buyers to ensure that there is transparency and accountability around the collection of growth funding charges and that funds collected are used for their intended purpose.

“Municipalities across the Greater Toronto Area collect, on average, $116,000 per new housing unit in development charges, parkland fees and other growth funding charges, and these fees are reflected in the cost of new homes,” says Luca Bucci, CEO of OHBA. “We know from municipalities’ financial information returns, filed annually with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, that municipalities in the GTA are holding in reserve more than $6 billion in development charges, parkland cash-in-lieu and Section 37 fees, and they are spending a fraction of what they collect on an annual basis. Municipalities across the province hold reserves in excess of $9 billion and these reserves are growing rapidly.”

In their reaction to Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, municipalities have been vocal on the purported impact on municipal finances of capping, freezing and discounting certain development fees. An independent analysis conducted for the OHBA demonstrates that municipalities are overstating the impact and that there is overlap, particularly in the

development charges and incentives for affordable housing.

Taking into account the totality of their reserves and the grants they have received, major municipalities in Ontario, and Toronto in particular, are well positioned to accommodate the changes, OHBA says. For example, in 2021, the City of Toronto generated more than $15 billion in revenues, of which less than onethird was from the property tax base. It received $4.4 billion in provincial and federal grants and held a tax rate stabilization reserve of $1.12 billion (up from $66.8 million in 2018), a development charge reserve of $2.2 billion (up from $1.15 billion in 2018) and parkland cash-in-lieu/Section 37 reserve of $1.2 billion (up from $912 million in 2018).

“Why does the municipalities’ own data, submitted to the province, show large and growing surpluses?” says Bucci. “Why have certain municipalities spent far less than they have collected, every year for more than a decade, and why are municipalities crying poor over changes intended to help bring housing affordability back to Ontario?

“We are in the middle of a housing crisis in the province. We are calling on the provincial government to initiate an audit for select municipalities to ensure that funds collected are used for their intended purposes and that there is transparency for ratepayers and new-home buyers. The people of Ontario deserve the facts.”

A RETURN TO NORMALITY

I predict that 2023 is the year of the return to normality. For example, we should see a return to the normalization of mortgage interest rates later in the year. The 10-year average is approximately 3.3 per cent, so anything around four per cent is reasonable. And when buying a pre-construction condo, closing typically occurs between 2.5 and five years later, when rates will have stabilized even more. However, with new immigration and rising construction costs, there will likely be upward pressure on prices, so buying sooner rather than later is wise.

Rental rates are extremely high – in some places, already up to an unprecedented $4 per sq. ft. – which is great news for investors. Plus, some developers are offering great incentives. Now is the time for buyers to jump in. Keep your eye on the prize and enjoy leisurely sales office visits without line-ups.

DEBBIE COSIC CEO and Founder In2ition Realty

GOOD LOCATIONS AND VALUE

Last year brought a lot of uncertainties to the market. As a developer with more than 30 years of experience, we have been through a lot of ups and downs. Our government has tackled inflation as much as it can, however, supply and labour shortage issues still exist. More efforts are required to put towards supply and manpower issues, so that new construction developers can afford to build quality homes with better prices for customers. Ballantry has a positive expectation of the 2023 GTA real estate market because its economy remains strong, which will attract more residents and new immigrants. Good locations, well-designed and good quality homes are still the main driving force behind this market. In 2023, Ballantry will continue to bring projects that are in good locations, with good value to our customers.

DAVID HILL President Ballantry Homes

LEADING THE WAY

This year brings great hope and possibilities for our industry to lead the way economically. At Baker Real Estate Inc., we’ve just completed our second strongest year since being founded in 1993. We have every reason to believe we will continue this momentum in 2023. This month, we are launching Olive Residences condominium at Yonge and Finch, and the response has been tremendous.

Demand for new-construction condominiums is great for numerous reasons, starting with buyers having anywhere from two to more than five years before closing. Purchasing pre-construction is a smart way to build equity. In addition, mortgage rates will have normalized by the time buyers take possession.

With 430,000 new residents coming to Canada in 2022, we set a new immigration record. This also means increased demand for homeownership and rental opportunities.

BARBARA LAWLOR CEO

WHY 2023 WILL BE A BETTER YEAR FOR HOMEBUYERS

By WAYNE KARL

Higher interest rates, concerns for the economy, inflation… 2022 wasn’t the easiest of years for prospective newhome buyers. But there are reasons to be optimistic, even positive, about the road ahead this year and into 2024 and beyond.

Let’s take a look at the key factors.

INTEREST RATES AND INFLATION

The Bank of Canada increased its influential overnight rate target a number of times last year to curb high inflation. It’s slowly working, though the rate hikes have caused many buyers to be cautious. Homebuying activity, as a result, has cooled.

Some experts believe BoC may introduce another rate hike in its next announcement on Jan. 25, but following that, possibly beginning in the second quarter, we could see an end to this trend.

“The second half of 2022 saw one of the slowest real estate markets in the modern history of Canada,” Jesse Abrams, co-founder and CEO of Homewise, told HOMES magazine. “Many buyers and sellers were waiting on the sidelines to understand where the volatile, increasing rate environment would end up, and what that would mean for the market and prices. In 2023, we could see an influx of sellers in Q2 who will not be able to wait any longer, especially as they fear losing more of their home value with prices dropping. This could spur on the market and be the opportunity many first-time homebuyers have

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been waiting for to get into the market with lowering prices. Nobody has a crystal ball, but Q2 could be an interesting time for Canadian real estate.”

Senior economist, best-selling author and keynote speaker Ted Tsiakopoulos concurs, suggesting that conditions could move further into buyers’ market territory early or mid this year, especially if some buyers cancel closings, or should some investors exit the market.

LOWER PRICES WON’T LAST LONG

The biggest challenge for many prospective homebuyers is saving for a down payment. With some home prices experiencing downward pressure, buyers today need less money to make a down payment. For example, with the minimum down payment for homes of less than $1 million at five per cent, a home that was $600,000 last year may cost $540,000 today. That five-per-cent down payment previously $30,000 is now $27,000.

So, while rates are higher and some home prices are declining, saving for a down payment has become easier for potential buyers – for now – since we still face a well-documented shortage of new housing that will take time to address.

MORE HOMES BUILT FASTER

The More Homes Built Faster Act was given royal ascent last November, supporting the provincial government’s efforts to tackle the housing supply crisis and get 1.5 million homes built over the next 10 years. Controversial though it may be, More Homes Built Faster is intended to remove unnecessary costs and cut through red tape and other bottlenecks that stand in the way of new homes being built.

HOUSING IS A MAJOR GOVERNMENT AGENDA ISSUE

Housing is a major agenda item for our political leaders, as evidenced by More Homes Built Faster and in our last round of federal, Ontario provincial and municipal elections.

In the municipal elections last October, for example, housing supply – specifically, the development approval processes of the province’s 400-plus municipalities –was under the microscope.

Municipal approval timelines for new housing in the GTA have proven to be among the worst of major municipalities across Canada, and add significant costs to new home purchasers. The Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) estimates the average delay in approvals adds approximately $50,000 in cost to an 800-sq.-ft. condo, and $100,000 to the cost of a single-family home.

Says Dave Wilkes, BILD president and CEO, “The federal government needs to be mindful of the impacts of its broad monetary policy on all homeowners, but especially new-home owners. The province and municipal governments, for their part, must maintain their focus on increasing housing supply.”

RECORD IMMIGRATION

Two factors that should help the housing market in 2023: Record immigration and rising rental rates.

Due to market uncertainty and the availability of trades, some developers are postponing new launches. The most successful openings post Q1-2022 were priced reasonably. Investors are expecting price rollbacks and discounts on anything that closes within the next three years.

Bullpen is forecasting about 14,000 to 16,000 GTA new condo sales in 2023, down from the typical 20,000 to 22,000. New condo price growth has been 10 to 15 per cent annually over the past 18 months (per-sq.-ft.), and our forecast sees a fall to the low single-digits by Q4 2023.

BEN MYERS President Bullpen Research & Consulting Inc.

ADVANCING ALL PLANNING

After a correction to home prices in 2022, it is likely that the downward trend will continue, albeit more modestly. Aggressive interest rate hikes last year mean it’s going to take more time for the market to stabilize. People are understandably hesitant to list their home and/or enter new home purchase agreements when sales and prices are falling, but as economic conditions become more predictable, a return to a balanced market should follow.

As a developer and builder, we are continuing to advance all planning to launch two new communities in 2023 – Victoria Annex in Collingwood, and Craighurst Crossing in the village of Craighurst, near Barrie.

MIKE PARKER Vice-President, Sales and Marketing Georgian Communities

CHANGE IN TRAJECTORY

We foresee a positive year for the GTA real estate market, with a four- to five-per-cent increase in average sale prices.

We anticipate supply levels to remain low throughout 2023, with many homeowners comfortable not selling due to existing preferred mortgage rates secured prior to the recent 2022 hikes.

We also predict mortgage rates flattening out by the second quarter of 2023, with the possibility of a minor rate drop by the third quarter. This would signal the bottom of the market where we would see buyers start coming back.

This would, of course, be a response to the BoC getting inflation under control, which we estimate being achieved in the second quarter of 2023, somewhere in the four- to five-per-cent range. This would be a boost to consumer confidence and start to change the trajectory of the market in the right direction.

If these predictions (supply, interest rates and inflation) come to fruition, along with the continued influx of immigrants to Ontario, we should have a positive year by the third quarter of 2023.

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STATEVIEW HOMES

Last year was another strong year for StateView Homes, with its Queen’s Court project in Brampton, the Elia Collection in Newmarket and Phase 1 of Elm & Co. in Stouffville being fully reserved.

Now, 2023 looks to be StateView’s biggest year ever, with several new home communities scheduled to be released across the GTA. In keeping with StateView’s vision of crafting distinctive niche communities that speak to each homeowner’s individuality, these new communities will offer a wide variety of home types, including townhomes, semis and detached homes, perfect for any lifestyle.

ELM & CO. PHASE 2, STOUFFVILLE

This spring, StateView Homes is excited to announce the release of

Phase 2 at Elm & Co. in Stouffville.

Located at Bethesda Side Road and York Durham Line, homeowners fell in love with Elm & Co.’s many flexible townhome designs, and its idyllic setting surrounded by protected greenspace, with the convenience of the Old Elm GO Station across the street. This new release includes rear lane, dual front and back-to-back townhomes from the high $800,000s. These homes feature spacious designs and elegant exteriors that are perfect for today’s growing families.

The community is just five minutes from the many shops, services and restaurants of Main Street, Stouffville. The town of Whitchurch-Stouffville features gorgeous landscapes with pastoral areas, lush forests, kettle lakes and ravines. Dotted with

equestrian venues, century farms, golf courses and more, Stouffville offers small town living with comprehensive family amenities.

BALDWIN HEIGHTS & ASHBURN HEIGHTS, BROOKLIN

This year, Brooklin will see the launch of two new home communities. Coming this spring, Baldwin Heights will offer a new collection of 290 townhomes and detached homes. Located at Baldwin Street North and Duffs Road, this master-planned community will include two private cul-de-sacs of 38- and 42-ft. singledetached homes and a unique threeacre natural heritage system that will meander through the community, providing lush, environmentally protected greenspaces for families to enjoy.

Later this year, Brooklin will also see the launch of Ashburn Heights, located at Ashburn Road and Columbus Road West. This community will offer an additional 209 homes with a mix of dual front and rear lane townhomes, plus 30-, 38- and 42-ft. detached homes. Most importantly, Ashburn will feature just less than 20 acres of park land and protected natural heritage space.

Both of these communities are conveniently located just a few minutes from the necessary urban amenities and only a short fiveminute drive to Hwys. 407 and 412, making commuting to work a breeze.

Despite the growth of the community in recent years, Brooklin manages to maintain its small-town charm and tight knit community atmosphere by hosting a variety of events throughout the year for residents to enjoy, including the annual Brooklin Spring Fair held in May that features a parade, carnival rides, live entertainment and food vendors. In the fall, the annual Brooklin Harvest Festival features a pumpkin patch, hay rides, live entertainment and food vendors, and the weekly farmers’ market held from June to October features locally grown produce, baked goods, crafts and other products.

THE TESORO COLLECTION, KLEINBURG

Heading west to the highly soughtafter community of Kleinburg, StateView is excited to release The Tesoro Collection, an exclusive enclave of just 12 heritage inspired estate style homes. Ranging from 3,700 to 4,800 sq. ft., these 50-ft. estate homes will offer spacious four- and five-bedroom designs with stately exteriors and designer inspired interiors that are infused with the luxury and grace Kleinburg is renowned for.

Uniquely designed for each lot, these homes offer a refined modern retreat less than five minutes’ walk from the urban delights of Kleinburg’s graciously preserved and culturally vibrant heritage village. If you want

to indulge in fine dining, Avenue Cibi e Vini and Belsito Trattoria are just two of the mouthwatering options available just a short walk away. If you enjoy the outdoors, Kleinburg is surrounded by natural beauty, with numerous parks and greenspaces to enjoy. You can go hiking or biking at the nearby conservation areas, or visit the Kortright Centre for Conservation to learn more about the local environment. You can also tee off at either Copper Creek Golf Club or the National Golf Club of Canada, which has hosted several national and international tournaments.

BONAVENTURE, INNISFIL

Finally, following the success of the BEA Towns and Hampton Heights projects in Barrie, StateView is excited to be heading north of the GTA once more. Coming soon to Innisfil, Bonaventure will offer an exquisite collection of approximately 250 townhomes, semi-detached

homes and singles. Located at Mapleview Road and 25th Side Road, Bonaventure is the perfect place to set out on outdoor adventures. Located at the gateway to cottage country, Bonaventure is located just minutes from the shores of Lake Simcoe, Friday Harbour and a number of beaches that are popular for swimming, sunbathing and other water activities. Residents will also enjoy the numerous hiking and biking trails that surround the area. In winter, enjoy proximity to a winter wonderland of activities at Horseshoe Resort, Mount St. Louis Moonstone and Snow Valley Resort, to name a few. And with the Barrie South GO Station and Hwy. 400 just 10 minutes away, you’ll never be far from where you want to go.

Visit stateviewhomes.com to register for the latest information on all of these upcoming StateView Homes communities.

FIELDGATE HOMES

Fieldgate Homes has been shaping the southern Ontario landscape for more than 65 years, with award-winning master-planned communities and residences families have cherished for generations. Superior construction, innovative designs, unmatched attention to detail and attentive customer service are all hallmarks of the company’s exceptional excellence. Every home is designed to reflect the contemporary needs and wants of the homebuyer through consistent community engagement – and the assurance that when you own a Fieldgate home, you are family.

Fieldgate Homes is now open for purchasing by virtual sales appointments across the GTA. You can connect by phone, video chat or email for a secure and convenient homebuying experience. Sales teams are waiting to help you find your perfect Fieldgate home. Explore these featured communities and contact the company today.

THE CRESCENTS: BRAMPTON

Coming soon – grand opening of freehold townhomes and singles

Experience a master-planned community that surrounds you with Brampton’s finest at The Crescents. A collection of 30-, 38- 45- and 50-ft. singles and freehold townhomes – on mostly cul-de-sac streets –just steps from Conservation Drive Park and Heart Lake Conservation Park. Immerse yourself in the city’s unmatched urban amenities, schools and services. Forge new connections with the convenience of Ontario’s fastest transit network, or stroll through the incredible greenspace with woodlands, parks and trails. Find the perfect place for your growing family in the city, against a vibrant backdrop of culture and energy.

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NEW KLEINBURG

Coming soon – grand opening of freehold townhomes, semis and singles

New Kleinburg is a community of inspired family residences in a beautiful setting just moments from the heart of historic Kleinburg. With the future Hwy. 427 extension just minutes away, a new community

school and excellent urban amenities close at hand, life in Kleinburg has never been more convenient. Coming soon, discover a remarkable collection of expansive one- and two-car freehold townhomes, semis and singles in this beautiful masterplanned community.

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PICKERING: SEATON Seaton is now open — freehold townhomes with one- and two-car garages

A serene natural landscape merges with the convenience of incredible big city amenities at Pickering’s awaited Seaton community, now open. Live at the crossroads of classic and contemporary with a remarkable collection of freehold two-car and single-car garage townhomes with up to four bedrooms in a skillfully designed community setting. This new community truly has something for everyone, with Pickering Town Centre, beautiful Lake Ontario, shopping, greenspaces, restaurants, Toronto’s eastern border and so much more just minutes away.

Be first to own during the Seaton grand opening by registering now at fieldgatehomes.com.

AJAX: ATOWNS

Ajax final release – urban townhomes

The final release of stunning urban townhomes at the aTowns Park Collection in Ajax is now open. At Bayly Street and Salem Road, discover new family-sized residences backing onto open greenspace, a series of parkettes, sports court and more, all connected by winding walking trails weaved throughout. Better still, live surrounded by modern amenities mere moments from Lake Ontario. Get the most out of Ajax’s bustling downtown area and enjoy great shopping, tasteful dining, convenient GO Transit, easy access to Hwy. 401 and so much more all nearby.

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SHELBURNE:

EMERALD CROSSING

Shelburne final release – 36- and 40ft. singles

The final release at Emerald Crossing is now open. Discover a beautiful country landscape surrounded by every modern convenience imaginable in Shelburne’s most anticipated new home community. Enjoy a collection of 36- and 40-ft. singles available now just minutes from big brand outlets, remarkable restaurants, breathtaking greenspaces, ski hills, golf courses and so much more. Shelburne has been Canada’s second-fastest growing municipality, so there’s no better time to get in on its best new home opportunity.

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MILTON: VALLEYLANDS OF SIXTEEN MILE CREEK

Coming soon to Milton – executive 30-, 36- and 43-ft. detached singles Introducing executive riverside living in a natural enclave setting with Valleylands of Sixteen Mile Creek, coming soon to Milton. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own 30-, 36- and 43-ft. detached

riverside residences with lots backing onto Sixteen Mile Creek. Moments to southern Ontario’s most acclaimed golf courses and protected greenspaces, retail and restaurants, schools, services and access to the most convenient transit options, embrace a lifestyle unlike any other in Milton.

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NORTH YORK: KENNETH & HOLMES

Move-in ready townhomes available now

Make the most of your opportunity to own in the heart of North York with move-in ready townhomes, each with two parking spaces and two lockers included, now available at Kenneth & Holmes. With this limited release of contemporary urban towns, live steps from Yonge and Finch in an intimate residential enclave connected to everything that matters.

Register now at fieldgatehomes.com for your chance to own in this limited release before it’s too late.

WEST WHITBY: WHITBY MEADOWS Grand Opening coming soon – new release of freehold townhomes, semis and singles

A new release is coming soon with the Grand Opening of Whitby Meadows Phase 3. Take advantage of spectacular residences in one of the GTA’s most popular communities with all-new townnhomes, semis and 36- and 42-ft. detached designs. Find a master-planned community offering west Whitby’s best lifestyle near shopping, restaurants, Iroquois Park Sports Centre, Whitby GO Station, Heber Down conservation area, excellent schools and more.

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STOUFFVILLE: CITYSIDE

Coming soon – Grand opening of 36- and 40-ft. singles

Make your dream home a reality in an incredible community setting just moments from Stouffville’s best amenities. Featuring a new release of 36- and 40-ft. singles, embrace city sophistication and country charm from an ideal neighbourhood located close to Markham, Hwys. 404 and 407, and the Stouffville GO Station.

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NORTH OSHAWA: DREAMSCAPE

Register for the grand opening of townhomes, 30-, 36- and 42-ft. detached singles

Enjoy affordable living in north Oshawa with the incredible residences of Dreamscape, now open. This highly anticipated new home community offers a superb mix of expertly designed and crafted townhomes, 30-, 36- and 42-ft. singles moments to the best modern amenities Durham has to offer. Big box stores, bespoke boutiques, delicious dining, great schools, trails and conservation areas await those who call Dreamscape “home.”

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Brampton DUO Condos 245 Steeles Ave. W.. duocondos.ca 10. Brampton Spring Valley Estates 1364 Queen St. springvalleyestates.ca 11.

Brampton Mayfield Village Bramalea Rd. & Mayfield Rd. royalpinehomes.com 12. Brampton

The Sandalwood 120 Sandalwood Parkway East royalcliffhomes.com 13. Brampton Three Rivers Claireville Goreway Dr. & Humberwest Pkwy nationalhomes.com 14. Brampton Queens Lane Townhomes Mississauga Rd. & Queen St. branthavenbrampton.com 15. Brampton Cleave View Estate By The Credit Queen St. & Mississauga Rd. regalcresthomes.com 16. Brampton Westfield Mississauga Rd. & Steeles Ave. greatgulf.com 17. Brampton The Estates of West River Valley McVean Dr. & Countryside Dr. royalpinehomes.com 18. Brampton Mount Pleasant North & UNION Mount Pleasant Remembrance Rd. & Edenbrook Hill Dr. mattamyhomes.com 19. Brampton High Point Mississauga Rd. & Mayfield Rd. paradisedevelopments.com 20. Brampton Queen’s Court Mississauga Rd. & Queen St. West stateviewhomes.com 21. Brantford Brant West 501 Shellard Lane losanihomes.com 22.

Caledon Palgrave Estates Mount Pleasant Rd. & Hunsden Rd. flatogroup.com 23. Caledon Pathways Caledon East Old Church Rd. & Innis Lake Rd. flatogroup.com 24. Etobicoke Vita On The Lake 2 2167 Lake Shore Blvd. W. mattamyhomes.com 25. Etobicoke Lake Shore Village 68 Daisy Ave. dunparhomes.com

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Newmarket Elia Leslie & Gorham St. stateviewhomes.com 41. North York Kenneth & Holmes Kenneth & Holmes fieldgatehomes.ca 42. Oshawa Dreamscape

Conlin Rd. & Harmony Rd. fieldgatehomes.com 43. Oshawa Park Ridge Conlin & Townline Rds. tributecommunities.com 44. Pickering Geranium in Pickering

Altona Rd. & Twyn Rivers Dr. geranium.com 45. Pickering Nutowns Brock Rd. & Whitevale Rd. madisongroup.ca 46. Pickering Seaton 1075 Taunton Rd. fieldgatehomes.com 47.

Pickering Frenchman’s Bay Liverpool Rd. & Bayly St. madisonfb.com 48. Richmond Hill The Bond Yonge & King stateviewhomes.com 49. Richmond Hill King’s Landing Oak Ridges stateviewhomes.com 50. Richmond Hill Ivylea Leslie St. & 19th Ave. marlinspring.com 51. Richmond Hill Richlands Leslie St. & Elgin Mills Rd. fieldgatehomes.com 52. Richmond Hill Millbrook Park Elgin Mills & Leslie St. northstarhomesinc.com 53. Richmond Hill Park Lane Place Elgin Mills & Leslie St. northstarhomesinc.com 54. Richmond Hill Observatory Hill Bayview Ave. & 16th Ave. myobservatoryhill.ca 55. Richmond Hill Richlands 10961 Leslie St. opushomes.com 56. Richmond Hill Emerald Crossing 8854 Yonge Street fieldgatehomes.com 57. Richmond Hill King East Estates King Rd. & Toscanini Rd. pureplaza.com 58. Scarborough 670 Progress Ave. Progress Ave. & Grangeway Ave. fieldgatehomes.com 59. Scarborough Valleyview Garden 3012 Kennedy Rd. valleyviewgardens.ca 60. Stouffville Elm & Co. Bethesda Side Rd. & Tenth Line stateviewhomes.com 61. Stouffville Cityside 12466 Ninth Line fieldgatehomes.com 62. Toronto Lambtown Towns 2650 St. Clair West dunparhomes.com 63. Thornhill Citylux Towns at Thornhill Woods Dufferin St. & Rutherford Rd. fieldgatehomes.com 64. Vaughan Hotel Vie 8440 Hwy. 27 hotelvie.com 65. Vaughan The Manors Teston Rd. & Pine Valley Dr. goldparkhomes.com 66. Whitby Queen’s Common 1075 Taunton Rd.. mattamyhomes.com 67. Whitby Country Lane Taunton Rd. & Country Lane countrylanewhitby.com 68. Whitby Whitby Meadows Cochrane St. & Taunton Rd. opushomes.com 69. Whitby The Boatworks Towns in Whitby Brock St. S. & Victoria St. W. andrinhomes.com 70. Whitby Park Vista/Whitby Meadows Cochrane St. & Taunton Rd fieldgatehomes.com 71. Whitby The Landing in Whitby Harbour Brock St. South & Victoria St. carttera.com 72.

Whitechurch/Stouffville Blue Sky 9th Line & Millard St. fieldgatehomes.com 73. Whitechurch/Stouffville Cityside Stouffville Tenth line & 19th Ave. fieldgatehomes.com 74. Woodbridge Pine Valley Pine Valley Dr. & Major Mackenzie Dr. marlinspring.com 75. Woodbridge The Enclave 410 Chrislea Rd. stateviewhomes.com

1. Burlington/Waterdown ..... ..The Towns at Valera 4858 Thomas Alton Blvd. ........................ ............adidevelopments.com 2. Burlington/Waterdown ...... .Nautique Lakefront Residences 375 Brant St. .289-337-0766 3. Burlington/Waterdown National Homes in Burlington, 484-490 Plains Rd. E. nationalhomes.com 4. Burlington/Waterdown Affinity Condominiums Plains Rd. E. & Filmandale Rd. rosehavenhomes.com 5. Burlington/Waterdown Millcroft Towns Appleby Line & Taywood Dr. branthavenmillcroft.com 6. Grimsby Century Condos Main St. East & Baker Rd. South desantishomes.com 7. Hamilton-Wentworth Soho Homes at Barton & Glover Barton St. & Glover Rd. losanihomes.com 8. Hamilton-Wentworth Central Park: Midtown & Soho Upper Red Hill Valley Pkwy & Rymal Rd. MyCentralPark.ca 9. Hamilton-Wentworth Tiffany Hill Phase 3 288 Raymond Rd. rosehaven.com 10. Hamilton-Wentworth Monterey Heights Shaver Rd. & Garner Rd. W. dicenzohomes.ca 11. Hamilton-Wentworth Stonegate Park Upper Wellington St. & Stone Church Rd. E. dicenzohomes.ca 12.

Kitchener/Waterloo Wallaceton Huron Rd. & Fischer-Hallman heathwood.com 13.

Kitchener/Waterloo River Ridge 90 Deer Creek St. activa.ca 14.

Kitchener/Waterloo Vista Hills 259 Sweet Gale St. activa.ca 15.

Kitchener/Waterloo Avenue M 40 Margaret Ave. avenuemkw.ca 16.

Kitchener/Waterloo Young Condos at City Centre King West & Young St. andrinhomes.com 17.

Kitchener/Waterloo Trailside at Grey Silo Gate 243 Grey Silo Rd. activa.ca 18.

Kitchener/Waterloo Riverwood 90 Deer Creek St. activa.ca 19.

Kitchener/Waterloo Doon South & Ormston at Doon South 653 Thomas Slee Dr. activa.ca 20. London RiverBend Golf Community 2200 Jack Nash Dr. sifton.com 21. London Victoria Flats Commissioners Rd. E. & Hamilton Rd. sifton.com 22. London Victoria On The River Sheffield Blvd. & Commissioners Rd. E. sifton.com 23. London Caverhill Clarke Rd. & Kilallay Rd. sifton.com 24.

London Hudson Park Colonel Talbot Rd. & Pack Rd. sifton.com 25. London Liberty Crossing Wonderland Rd. S. & Hamlyn St. sifton.com 26. London Middleton Wharncliffe Rd. & Exeter Rd. sifton.com 27.

Milton The Valleylands Mayfield Rd. & Chinguacousy fieldgatehomes.com 28. Milton Milton Village Tremaine Rd. & Britannia Rd. greatgulf.com 29. Milton Soleil Louis St. Laurent Ave. & Bronte St. S. mattamyhomes.com 30. Mississauga 5150 Ninth Line 5150 Ninth Line mattamyhomes.com 31. Mississauga Whitehorn Woods 1240 Britannia Rd. W. nationalhomes.com

Mississauga Streetsville Centre Mill St. & Queen St. S. dunparhomes.com

Niagara Region Millennium Portage Rd., Niagara Falls mountainview.com

Niagara Region Lusso Urban Towns Martindale Rd. & Grapeview Dr, St. Catharines. lucchettahomes.com

Niagara Region Lyon’s Creek 4382 Mann St mountainview.com

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45. Niagara Region Village on the Twelve 21 Willow Bank Common St. silvergatehomes.com 46. Niagara Region River Estates Lametti Dr., Pelham. mountainview.com 47. Niagara Region Timberwood Estates Merritt Rd. & Grisdale Rd., Thorold mountainview.com 48. Niagara Region Ryan’s Grove 13 Tanner Dr. lucchettahomes.com 49. Niagara Region Luna Hwy. 406 & 56, Thorold silvergatehomes.com 50. Niagara Region West Community 44 Elderberry Rd., Thorold. mountainview.com 51. Niagara Region Harbourtown Estates Fort Erie silvergatehomes.com 52. Oakville The Greenwich at Oakvillage Trafalgar Rd. & Dundas St. East branthaven.com 53.

Oakville Oakville Ravine Townhomes Sixth Line & Germorda Dr. dunparhomes.com 54. Oakville Bronte Meadows Bridge Rd & Warminster Dr. flatogroup.com 55. Oakville Randall Residences Trafalgar Rd. & Randall St. rosehavenhomes.com 56. Oakville Upper West Side Condos 2 351 Dundas St. East branthaven.com 57. Oakville Trafalgar Ridge River Oaks Blvd. & Namron Gate dunparhomes.com 58. Oakville The Preserve & East Preserve Dundas St. W. & Proudfoot Trail mattamyhomes.com 59. Oakville

The Preserve Woodland Estates Dundas St. W. & Proudfoot Trail mattamyhomes.com 60. Oakville 5North The Preserve, Dundas St. W. & Proudfoot Trail mattamyhomes.com 61. Oakville The Villages of Oak Park Trafalgar Rd. & Dundas st. E. ballantryhomes.com 62. Oakville West & Post 2714 Westoak Trails Blvd. branthavenoakville.com 63. Oakville Upper Joshua Creek 9th Line & Dundas St. mattamyhomes.com 64. Oakville La Réserve 153 Reynolds St. rosehavenhomes.com 65. Welland Sparrow Meadows 335 Hillsdale Rd.. rosehavenhomes.com 66. West Region The McKenzie Towns 1535 McKenzie Rd. mountainview.com 67. West Region Sifton Homes Hyde Park Rd. & Ilderton Rd. sifton.com

West Region Boulder Creek Cleaver Rd. & King Edward St. sifton.com

West Region St. George Village Concession 2 & Woodhill Rd. losanihomes.com

West Region HarrisView 34 Hollingshead Rd. sifton.com 71. West Region Brant West 562 Shellard Ln brantwest.com

West Region Magnolia Trails Modeland Rd. & Michigan Lane sifton.com

West Region Rosewood Nissouri Rd. & Thorndale Rd. sifton.com 74. West Region Soleil St. Clair Corunna sifton.com

West Region Expressions & Riverbank Estates 1021 Rest Acres Rd., Paris losanihomes.com

West Region Knightsbridge Graff Ave. & Mornington St. sifton.com

West Region Hazelwood on the Grand Hardy Rd. sifton.com

West Region Cottonwood Dingle St. sifton.com

West Region Hawthorne Park Oakwood Dr. & Byron Ave. sifton.com

West Region Reflections Caledonia 1437 McKenzie Rd ballantryhomes.com

West Region Lakeside Landing Wellington 411 Main St., Wellington royalcliffhomes.com

West Region Edgewood Suites 270 Hagan Street East, Dundalk flato.com

West Region Riverside at Hunter’s Point 300 Daimler Pkwy., Welland lucchettahomes.com

HOMES Magazine salutes the following companies for their dedication to customer service.

After-Sales Service is an essential component of a healthy new home industry.

These builders are proud of their commitment to the principles of excellent customer service.

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Andrin Homes 32

Ballantry Homes 2, 32

Branthaven Homes 32

Brookfield Residential 33

Country Homes 33

D.O.T. Furniture 35

Democrat Homes 33

Dunpar 9, 32

Fieldgate Homes 7, 32

Flato Developments Inc. 3, 32

Georgian International 16, 17, 33

Geranium Homes 33

Great Gulf 33

Heathwood Homes 32 Hissence 15

Home + Reno Show 14

Lifetime Developments 32

Losani Homes 4, 5

Lucchetta Homes 32

Madison Group 33

Mason Homes 33

Mattamy Homes 33

Menkes 32

National Homes

North Star Homes 32

Paradise Developments 33

Regal Crest Homes 33

Rosehaven Homes 33

Royal Pine Homes 32

SanDiego Homes 32

Sifton 32

Silvergate Homes 33

Stanley 15

Stateview Homes 33, 36

Tribute Communities 33

LANGLOIS ECO HOMES ACHIEVES PASSIVE HOUSE CERTIFICATION

Langlois Eco Homes has become the only homebuilder in Ontario to offer homebuyers the world’s highest building standard for energy efficiency, health and comfort, with its recent achievement of Passive House certification.

The Passive House Institute of the United States (PHIUS) recently conferred Langlois Eco Homes with the Passive House standard for six townhomes the company built in the village of Embro in southwestern Ontario.

Only a handful of multi-family residential buildings have achieved Passive House certification in Ontario, Langlois Eco Homes says, and the townhomes are the only such homes available to purchasers on the open market.

In custom homebuilding circles, particularly those involved in climate-conscious building, the Passive House standard is known as the most rigorous, as it requires builders to meet hundreds of benchmarks.

Certification is a two-step process, involving a new home design that must be modelled by a qualified Passive House consultant to optimize solar gain and to determine insulating requirements and air sealing details. The finished product must then be comprehensively tested by thirdparty verifiers.

The result is a home that is up to 90 per cent more efficient than the Ontario Building Code requires. Passive homes are less expensive to operate than other homes, quieter for occupants, and their continuously circulating fresh air systems provide an unparalleled degree of indoor air quality for personal health and comfort.

The Langlois Eco Homes townhomes feature striking building design and exteriors are complemented by cutting-edge interior style in the homes’ 2,200 sq. ft. of living space, with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Two of the homes also feature walkout basements with an additional 1,600 sq. ft. of living space. European doors and Passive House-certified triple-glazed windows are standard features, along with locally crafted cabinetry with quartz countertops, induction cooktops, standing-seam metal roofs and concrete driveways.

“Our goal with the Passive House standard is to increase motivation among builders for climate-conscious building,” says John Langlois, president and CEO of Langlois Eco Homes. “We appreciate all the professionals and tradespeople who worked on our behalf to achieve the recognition of Passive House certification.”

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