Edmonton Edition
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November 16 - 30, 2012 Volume 28 Issue 23
Feature
Vice-President, WAll2WAll mediA Jacqueline Hill editor in chief, reAl estAte Susan Legge nAtionAl Account mAnAger, mediAtiVe Paul Slizys
is RIGHT for YOU?
mediA consultAnt Carolyn Porteous editor Elisa Krovblit contriButors Jane Herman, Dan Hopkins, Yanic Simard, Leslie Styles senior Production mAnAger Gnanapandithan Bala Production mAnAger Nikki Yarwood Production coordinAtor Bala Menon Art director Lee Cobham
26 RENTERS’ hElp What type of apartment is right for you? by Jane herman
What Type of apartment
director of sAles, Western cAnAdA Josh Heppner
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22 South Central
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32 City continues building great neighbourhoods in 2012
36 Winter can snowball if you’re not prepared
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EDITORS’ NOTES
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re you too busy to manage a home? Perhaps you’ve done the homeownership thing, and want to unshackle yourself from the costs of upkeep and home maintenance?
Most everyone these days is looking at ways to de-stress and simplify their lives, and renting rather than owning one can be one of the easiest ways to get relief. When you really think about it, it’s an option that may take some getting used to! Needless to say, when you’re renting a home, your “to-do” list will likely look very different than those from your homeownership days. Whether you’re a life-long renter or a homeowner in need of a change, this issue of Renters Guide is for you. We’ve got some great advice on renting and decorating in the issue. Check it out! Your new “to-do” list is waiting.
Susan Legge EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, homeTRADER susan.legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge
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ow much consideration have you given to living a Green lifestyle? Small lifestyle changes can make that can have a huge impact. Renters often think that there’s nothing that they can do – that they’re limited by the building’s systems. It’s true – most apartment buildings were built in an era before being Green was an important part of life. Garbage chutes don’t separate for recyclables and compost, most light fixtures were intended for use with plain old incandescent light bulbs and nobody was designing with sustainable materials like bamboo and cork. But this doesn’t mean renters can’t take the responsibility of being Green personally. There are many steps to take to being a Green renter. Switch the old bulbs over to compact fluorescent light bulbs, halogen or LEDs when possible, especially if you’re considering changing up the lighting fixtures. Water conservation comes by letting the landlord know when there’s a leak, and you can even opt to change your shower head to a low-flow to conserve. While many property managers will listen and consider suggestions to Green up the building and there are already many companies that have taken the initiative to retrofit their buildings with new technologies and make changes like using low VOC paint, low-flow toilets and extensive recycling programs, there are still many things renters can do individually that will make a huge impact, from making conscious purchasing decisions to making sure to turn off lights and unplug appliances when not in use. Every little bit helps considering the massive number of renters in the city! While thinking Green, it’s time to find that apartment. We’re here to help. With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find the perfect place. Our magazine and website, homeTRADER.ca, offer the best selection of available apartments as well as informative articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!
Elisa Krovblit EDITOR elisa.krovblit@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/ElisaKrovblit Like us on Facebook Renters Guide
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• Renovated • Security entrance • Includes heat, water & parking • On-site laundry facilities • Clean, quiet family complex • Close to LRT, downtown for shopping & restaurants
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1 & 2 BEDROOMS • Character building • Excellent Downtown location • Spanish inner courtyard with evergreens • Hardwood floors • Fully renovated • Some w/front & back doors • Close to G.M.C.C. & Norquest
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• Newly renovated Hallways • Heat, water and parking included • On bus route • Clean, quiet adult building
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10138-108 Street
780-918-1352 www.ayreoxford.com
WALK TO WORK
FEATURES FEATURES • Bachelor, Studios, 1, and 2 Bedrooms • All Utilities Included • 3 blocks to Grant Macewan • Walking distance to all amenities • Air Conditioning • Ample Parking
Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30 Call for an Appointment
780.800.5062 10020 103 Ave
• Close to University of Alberta downtown campus, Farmer’s Market, LRT, City Centre Mall, Restaurants, Art Gallery of Alberta • No pets
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Finding that perfect new place to call home can be a daunting task. There are a variety of factors that every person needs to consider when apartment hunting.Whether it’s affordability, included amenities or convenient access to shopping, prioritizing what’s important is key to choosing a home that’s right for you. Opening this November, the Melcor YMCA Village located at 10350 95 Street is a 150-unit apartment building that offers bachelor, one- and two-bedroom suites. The Melcor YMCA Village also offers 15 one-bedroom, barrier-free suites for persons with mobility needs. A state-of-the-art facility, it offers a variety of benefits to the discerning renter. Here are five reasons why you should consider the Melcor YMCA Village as your next home: 1. Affordability Important to all, affordability is one of the biggest factors when choosing a place to live. The Melcor YMCA Village helps people who have housing affordability needs and would benefit from a lower rent. Rents are fixed at a rate, which is at least 10% below the market rents for the area—water and heat included. Applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis to ensure the applicants will be able to afford the rent and the power. The maximum income limits are set annually through Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation. 2. Safety The Melcor YMCA Village provides a safe and welcoming living environment. Featuring secured entrances, the Village gives tenants the peace of mind afforded by a secure home. 3. Included conveniences All suites at the Melcor YMCA Village come with a stove, fridge, microwave and window coverings. Other amenities include card-operated laundry, indoor and outdoor play areas, bicycle lockups and more. Limited underground parking is available for a monthly fee. 4. Access to important community and family services Right next door to the Village is the Boyle Street Plaza. Within the Plaza you will find the new Boyle Street Community Centre that features a gym, theatre and art space, non-commercial kitchen and more. Also found in the Plaza is the Shirley Stollery YMCA Child Care Centre. A new home-like child care for children 12 months to 6 years, the centre will provide a safe, nurturing environment for children to grow and develop cognitive, physical, emotional and social skills. It features a connected, natural outdoor play space as well as access to a child friendly kitchen and muk and guk room where children can explore their creativity through crafts and handson activities. And lastly, a YMCA Family Resource Centre offers family programs and life enriching services for individuals and couples of all ages. From financial literacy classes and community kitchens, to parenting resources and leisure programs, the centre has something for everyone. The centre will also feature a cozy common area, confidential interview room for counselling, and flexible room spaces suitable for meetings, classes and workshops. Many of the meeting and program spaces in the Boyle Street Plaza can be booked for community or family functions. 5. Close proximity to downtown and the LRT Located within walking distance from the downtown core, the Melcor YMCA Village is a perfect home for downtown workers and LRT commuters. To find out more about the Melcor YMCA Village or to download the application form, please visit edmonton.ymca.ca or call 780 426-YMCA (9622).
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10125-108 st.
780-918-1352
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780-918-1352
In the heart of Edmonton’s downtown core.
all the right angles
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Luxurious adult living. • 6 Appliances
Suite 105, 10404-104 Ave
587-400-5195
• Underground heated
• Window coverings • Cozy fireplace • 24 hour exercise room
parking available • Easy access to all amenities
4544100-2823
• Heat & water included
on-site management office hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 - 5:00 p.m. I Saturday 10:00 - 6:00 p.m.
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10030- 114 street • 780-488-5151
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• Sauna, exercise room • Heat, power and water included in rent • Adult building • No pets allowed • Under new management
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10155 - 116 street • 780-488-6060
Bright, Spacious Studio, 1 and 2 Bdrms
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• Newly renovated • Hardwood floors • Cover and open parking • Adult building • Sauna, exercise room, pool table, dart board
• Excellent downtown location • Heat, power and water included in rent • Quiet, secure building • No Pets Allowed
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Bright, Spacious Bachelor, 1 and 2 Bdrms • Excellent downtown • Modern suites location • Hardwood floors • Heat, power and water • Quiet, secure building included in rent • Adult building • Covered & open parking • Exercise room, pool table, dart board • No pets allowed
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Families Welcome
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2 appliances (fridge & stove) Quiet, well maintained building Covered & open free parking Large balconies Family complex Close to all amenities, schools & parks
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780-497-7964
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Secord House • Very Spacious • 1 & 2 bdrm suites • Downtown Location • Reasonable rents • No pets • Owner managed • Quiet adult building • We Care
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moving
TO PACK,
OR NOT TO PACK ‌
By Dan Hopkins
Moving is a very personal thing and people who hire moving companies ask for varying levels of service. Take packing, for example. Some clients want to pack their own items, while others prefer a turn key solution where the mover does it all. There are, of course, advantages to each approach, so it is important to choose what’s best for you.
The PROfessiONAl PACKeR Most who choose to pack themselves do so because it saves money on the move. That is true only if the items make it from Point A to Point B in one piece. Moving companies will not be responsible for items damaged because of poor packing. The most critical element in packing is taking into consideration how far and long the items will remain in the boxes and containers during transit. Consumers often underestimate just how much jostling their items will endure on the various highways and other roadways on their trip to your new home or business. Accessories such as lamps may seem to be packed well, but may shift inside the carton and break or chip as a result. Professional packers have the experience to know exactly what is best for various categories of items, depending on the size and distance of the move, and they pack accordingly. They can also provide excellent advice on how to mark your boxes for ease of unpacking, and on the items to pack last and unpack first. Having your mover do the packing offers you the peace of mind in knowing that if the unexpected happens, your possessions will be repaired or replaced.
The DiY PACKeR At Two Men and a Truck, trained packing professionals help clients with as much or as little of the packing and unpacking
as required, and we sell a full range of packing supplies. Those who are willing and capable of packing themselves need to consider the proper materials and containers that will help to ensure a successful move. There are also significant considerations to keep in mind, such as not packing explosive or flammable items in the general boxes. Although you can obtain boxes from places like grocery stores, check with your mover, who may sell proper packing materials that will save you work and worry. Some of the items you will need are tape dispensers, newsprint, markers, pads and bubble wrap – and there are many sizes and strengths of boxes available. There is a 1.5 cubic-foot box that is often referred to as a book or record box. It’s fairly small and is designed to hold small, heavy items like food jars or cans, flatware, CDs, etc. The next size up is a lamp or lampshade box, which is 3 cubic feet in size. The sizes go up from there, to 4.5 and 6 cubic feet for lighter objects such as pillows and stuffed animals. These are just some of the moving materials that are available today. Whether you choose to pack your own items or have your mover do it, be sure you choose a company with a solid track record for providing topnotch service.
Dan Hopkins is chief operating officer, Two Men and a Truck Canada. For more information visit the website at twomenandatruck.ca
realstar.ca
realstar.ca
Wellington under new ownership & management PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS: The Suites • One, one plus den, two and two plus den suites • 6 appliances • Laminate flooring • Large balconies Suite Features • Open concept kitchens with breakfast-bar style counters • Fridge, stove, dishwasher and microwave • In-suite laundry • 9’ ceilings • Walkthrough closets in 2 bedroom suites • Large balconies
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Westlawn Village Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Large suites • Heat & water included • Close to West Edmonton Mall • Park like setting • Close to schools, parks and public transit Cat Friendly
9535 - 165 STREET 780-484-0760 realstar.ca
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1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Spacious suites, heat & water included • Close to shopping, schools, parks & public transit • Convenient access to Calgary Trail & Whitemud Drive • On site management • Short drive to South Edmonton Commons • Walking distance to Century Park LRT Station
466 & 470 MACEWAN ROAD, 780-430-7879
Cat Friendly
11615 - 28TH AVE. 780-756-7411
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realstar.ca
Wellington under new ownership & management PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS: The Suites • One, one plus den, two and two plus den suites • 6 appliances • Laminate flooring • Large balconies Suite Features • Open concept kitchens with breakfast-bar style counters • Fridge, stove, dishwasher and microwave • In-suite laundry • 9’ ceilings • Walkthrough closets in 2 bedroom suites • Large balconies
Court
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The Amenities • Exercise room • Underground parking • Storage lockers • Elevators • Secure building • On-site management
Westlawn Village Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Large suites • Heat & water included • Close to West Edmonton Mall • Park like setting • Close to schools, parks and public transit Cat Friendly
9535 - 165 STREET 780-484-0760 realstar.ca
Blue Quill
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1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Spacious suites, heat & water included • Close to shopping, schools, parks & public transit • Convenient access to Calgary Trail & Whitemud Drive • On site management • Short drive to South Edmonton Commons • Walking distance to Century Park LRT Station
466 & 470 MACEWAN ROAD, 780-430-7879
Cat Friendly
11615 - 28TH AVE. 780-756-7411
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Tennyson
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Park SquareApartments 1+den & 2 Bedroom Luxury Suites
1 bdrms – 750 sq.ft. 2 bdrms – 950 sq.ft.
• Air conditioning • In-suite laundry • Fitness facility • Fireplace • Next to LRT
• Condo-like suites in desirable Terra Losa neighbourhood • Open concept kitchens, fireplaces and in-suite laundry
• Underground parking • Heat and water included Cat Friendly
• Underground heated parking
10001 BELLAMY HILL. 780-423-3540
• Large balconies and patios realstar.ca
• Heat & Water included
Cat Friendly
Macdonald Estates Apartments Bach, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Central downtown location • 1 block to LRT • Bright, spacious suites • Heated enclosed parking • Air conditioned suites, spectacular views • Exercise room & swimming pool • Overlooking the River Valley Cat Friendly
17103, 17104 94A AVE. 780-444-6630
9925 JASPER AVE. 780-990-0339
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Tennyson
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Park SquareApartments 1+den & 2 Bedroom Luxury Suites
1 bdrms – 750 sq.ft. 2 bdrms – 950 sq.ft.
• Air conditioning • In-suite laundry • Fitness facility • Fireplace • Next to LRT
• Condo-like suites in desirable Terra Losa neighbourhood • Open concept kitchens, fireplaces and in-suite laundry
• Underground parking • Heat and water included Cat Friendly
• Underground heated parking
10001 BELLAMY HILL. 780-423-3540
• Large balconies and patios realstar.ca
• Heat & Water included
Cat Friendly
Macdonald Estates Apartments Bach, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites • Central downtown location • 1 block to LRT • Bright, spacious suites • Heated enclosed parking • Air conditioned suites, spectacular views • Exercise room & swimming pool • Overlooking the River Valley Cat Friendly
17103, 17104 94A AVE. 780-444-6630
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“A Home With Heart in the Heart of Edmonton”
Unique & Spacious 1 & 2 Bedrooms Adult & Family Buildings Available
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780-469-3080
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7405-90th Ave.
• 1 & 2 bedrooms • Heat, water & parking included • on bus route • Newly Renovated • Quick access to Downtown, U of A and shopping
780-909-7368
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8910 - 98 Avenue Fort Saskatchewan
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• 2 & 3 bedroom units • 1 1/2 baths • Professional on site management • Lawn & patios in fenced yards • Full basements • Sorry, no pets This is a great well maintained family community. Only 10 minutes drive on the Manning Freeway. Now open evenings & Saturday.
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“ArtificiAl” lighting I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again; It’s all in the lighting. Of course this might seem like the most obvious solution, but many people go about it in the wrong way. When choosing a ceiling light, be sure to choose something that directs the light downwards or outwards, not upwards. If the lights directed towards the ceiling, it won’t do you much good. One of my favourite fixtures is the Medusa Chandelier; with it’s 30 exposed light bulbs, being short of lighting should never be an issue. It’s also 31.5 inches in diameter, covering a wide array of space.
When choosing a table or floor lamp with a shade, choose a lightcoloured translucent shade that allows the light to shine through. If you’re blocking the light you need with a solid shade, what’s really the point of having it? Keep the base and swap the shade! tips: -Use sheer drapery fabric over what windows you do have -Increase the wattage of your light bulbs! -Have two to three watts of light per square foot
2 Brightening up a room that doesn’t have a lot of natural light can Be Both challenging and frustrating. if you haven’t got the option of knocking down or opening up walls, or adding windows, then i’ve got five different suggestions that you may find very useful.
PAint I asked my fans on Facebook and Twitter if they thought that light-coloured paint would lighten up a dark room. 99 per cent of them said yes, meaning 99 per cent of them were wrong! Paint can visually
brighten up a room (which is what our goal is), but not lighten up a room. you still won’t be able to read a book in that same room with no light regardless of if your walls are deep blue or bright white! believe it or not, a mid-tone beige colour is the best choice to keep the room feeling bright! Paint Colour Recommendation: benjamin Moore’s CC-396, “Stone Castle”.
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people purchase their furniture in a ‘set’. If you’re one of those people, try and replace the furniture that’s on the heavier side one piece at a time. Even just swapping one bulky black leather club chair for a slightly smaller light-coloured fabric upholstered slipper chair will make the world of a difference – you’ll see. Tip: If you have too much furniture or too many pieces in a room, it can make the feel more crowded and dark. Edit and eliminate what you can on your road to a brighter space! Yanic SimaRd is the principal designer of the toronto Interior Design Group. specializing in residential and commercial projects, simard often applies his signature high/low and old/new combination design techniques in developing unique designs. simard has created designs for clients in toronto, Montreal and Miami, and appears as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine. For more information visit tidg.ca.
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PumPkin cheesecake with Praline sauce
directions Set a rack over a baking sheet and line the rack with two layers of paper towels. Spread the pumpkin purée over the paper towels and let drain for two hours, until the purée is fairly dry. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Butter the bottom and side of a nine-inch springform pan. In a food processor, pulse the graham crackers until finely ground. Add the pecans and brown sugar and pulse again until finely ground. Add the melted butter and pulse just until incorporated. Press the crumbs onto the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake the crust for about six minutes, just until it is fragrant and lightly browned. Let the crust cool completely. In the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the paddle, beat the cream cheese until it is very smooth. In a small bowl, whisk the sugar with the salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. With the machine on, add the spiced sugar to the cream cheese and beat until creamy, scraping the bottom and side of the bowl repeatedly. Carefully add the drained pumpkin puree and beat until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well and scraping down the bowl between each addition. Beat in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and vanilla until the cheesecake mixture is smooth.
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Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and bake for 12 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 225°F and bake the cheesecake for about three hours, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 150°F; the centre will be very jiggly but not liquidy. Let the cheesecake cool on a rack, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. Run a hot knife around the cheesecake and loosen the springform ring. Carefully remove the ring and transfer the cake to a plate. Using a warm knife, cut the cake into wedges and serve with the Pecan Praline Topping and a scoop of Cinnamon Ice Cream.
ingredients serves 12 1 15-oz can pumpkin puree, equal to 1 3/4 cups 8 whole graham crackers, broken 1/2 cup pecans 1 tbsp light brown sugar 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted plus more for greasing the pan 14-oz cream cheese, at room temperature 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp ground allspice 5 large eggs, at room temperature 1 cup heavy cream, at room temperature 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 tsp pure vanilla extract Whipped Cream, for serving (optional) Pecan Praline Topping Cinnamon Ice Cream
Leslie Styles is president of Styles Design Inc., a Toronto-based branding and communications agency, and author of Scrumpdillyicious, a food & travel blog dedicated to all things delicious. She can be reached at stylesdesign.net and scrumpdillyicious.blogspot.com