Eastern Ontario New Home & Condo Guide - Sept 30, 2017

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36' Detached Home, The Sycamore ‘A’, 2,317 Sq.Ft. $461,321

36' Detached Home, The Parkside ‘C’, 2,669 Sq.Ft. $501,163

Includes: 9' Ceilings on Main Floor, Rec. Room Ready, Loft in Lieu of Bedroom 4, Chef's Kitchen & $15,000 at Décor

Includes: 9' Main Floor Ceilings, Rec. Room Ready, Curved Staircase, Loft in Lieu of Bedroom 4 & $15,000 at Décor

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Monday - Thursday 1 pm-8 pm; Friday 1 pm-6 pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11 am-6 pm Monday - Thursday 1 pm-7:30 pm; Friday 1 pm-5:30 pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11 am-5:30 pm

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ELEVATION ‘B REV’

Village Home, The Thornbury End ‘B Rev’, 1,391 Sq.Ft. $259,990 Includes: 3 Stainless Steel Appliances, Master Ensuite & $10,000 at Décor

ELEVATION ‘B’

Two-Storey Townhome, The Lilac ‘B’, 1,577 Sq.Ft. $315,715 Includes: 3 Stainless Steel Appliances, 9' Ceilings on Main Floor, Bath Oasis, Gas Fireplace, Rec. Room Ready & $25,000 at Décor

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STRATHCONA Hunt Club

940 SQ FT Zen Urban Flat uilding E Level 1 Unit 1) Fully Furnished Only $219,900

Immediate Availability 1270 SQ FT (Block B Unit 105) Only $348,900

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Available Early 2018 3185 SQ FT Single Home (Lot 84) $15K Design Centre Bonus Only $748,000

Immediate Occupancy 2725 SQ FT Duffield Elev A Single Homes (Lot 18) Only $529,900

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Close in 2 months 2250 SQ FT Single Home (Lot 2023) Only $496,900

Immediate Availability 1875 SQ FT Townhome (Block 10 Unit 53) Over $30K in upgrades, corner unit Only $394,900

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CONTENTS

VICE-PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

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Anne-Marie Breen DIRECTOR OF CONTENT & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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Wayne Karl ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sonia Bell Marlene Eisner Elisa Krovblit Keay SALES MANAGER, EASTERN ONTARIO

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INSPIRATION

Phoenix Homes

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Pathways at Findlay Creek: Latest release offers innovative housing designs SPOTLIGHT ON CONDOS Your guide to new condo communities in the Gatineau and Greater Ottawa Area

IKEA: A design for life

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Harvest Table: Autumn inspired tableware

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Energetic, proud and welcoming

TRENDING

ADVICE

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Condo rules and your lifestyle

BY MARNIE BENNETT

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Sarah Khan SENIOR MANAGER, DISTRIBUTION

Dwayne Rutherford NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Anthony Majetic PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Dennis Ng GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Dennis Ng Published by

New OHBA president; Canadians want greenspace

PROPERTY PROFILES

SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATOR

NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

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SOHO CHAMPAGNE

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HOTEL INSPIRED LIVING

Designed by an award-winning team, including RLA Architecture, Gluckstein Design and Mastercraft Starwood, SoHo Champagne is one of Ottawa’s most luxurious and unique buildings. The location, views, services and amenities combine to provide a lifestyle not previously available in the nation’s capital. SoHo Champagne is almost sold out, but it’s not too late to take advantage of the ongoing promotions, including zero percent mortgage, free condo fees for a year or a beautifully furnished suite.

As soon as you enter your new home, a hotel-trained concierge awaits you in a two-storey grand foyer adorned with a Mooi

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chandelier. The lobby walls are clad in book matched Calacatta marble slabs, which complement the intricately designed water-jet cut marble floors, and custom glass art is by Jeff Goodman Studio.

Every detail has been planned and designed by the award-winning Gluckstein design team.

Each SoHo suite features nineft. ceilings, closet organizers, marble bathrooms with Grohe fixtures, large shower stalls and a rain showerhead. Kitchens are designed by Gluckstein with quartz countertops, an island for extra storage and integrated European appliances concealed behind cabinet doors.

Hotel inspired living doesn’t stop with top-notch concierges and awe-inspiring suites. At SoHo, there is more than 7,000 sq. ft. of hotel inspired amenities.

The SoHo Champagne Club features 16-ft. ceiling heights with a library, lounge and dining area. The second floor features a Dalton Brown Gym with access to an outdoor terrace. The Dalton Brown Gym is equipped with the finest fitness equipment. In the private theatre, you can watch movies and sporting events as they were meant to be experienced, with a large screen, surround sound and sloped seating designed

by Multi Media Living.

LOCATION Ottawa DEVELOPER Mastercraft Starwood DEVELOPMENT SoHo Champagne HOME TYPE Condominiums 111 Champagne Ave. S., open Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CONTACT 613.798.7646 sohochampagne.com

For more information on your new home at SoHo Champagne, contact the sales office or visit sohochampagne.com

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Just steps from Little Italy, the heart of one of Ottawa’s most sought after neighbourhoods, SoHo Champagne combines prime location and luxurious living. Little Italy is one of Ottawa’s most vibrant communities for re-urbanization and high-end residential living. Filled with a unique and trendy mix of restaurants, pubs, shops and clubs, it’s the perfect place for any urbanite to call home.

Carling O-train station is only a five-minute walk away, which is one stop north of Carleton University, plus only three stops from downtown and University of Ottawa on the new $2.1-billion Confederation Line LRT. Also nearby is the renowned Ottawa Hospital (Civic Campus) and The Heart Institute and various government sector offices. The new LRT is opening in 2018; so travel to the University of Ottawa, the Rideau Centre and the downtown core will be rapid and stress-free. Experts anticipate any property near the LRT will see a drastic rise in value.

The great Ottawa outdoors, highlighted by scenic Green spaces, is only steps from your front door. Beyond the vibrancy of Little Italy, it is highlighted by scenic trails, shorelines, parks and agricultural farms. The annual Canadian Tulip Festival at Commissioner’s Park, featuring a dazzling display and explosion of colour with more than 300,000 tulips. Summer kayaking on Dow’s Lake, or ice-skating on the world’s longest skating rink during Winterlude. Vast winding multi-use pathways connect throughout the neighbourhood offering a fresh of air and tranquility within the bustling, urban city.

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LITTLE ITALY

ENERGETIC, PROUD & WELCOMING Dow’s Lake, the Rideau River, Carleton University and Le Breton Flats, Little Italy is a convenient area for outdoor enthusiasts, students and professionals alike. For cultural exploration, start your adventure in Little Italy and continue into Chinatown, located just at the edge of Little Italy at Somerset Street.

REAL ESTATE

LINDSAY FORAN Little italy is located in Centretown West and is the heart of Ottawa’s Italian community. Founded in 1900 by Italian immigrants, the neighbourhood has grown into a strong, energetic community.

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Cultural pride is second to none in Little Italy. Whether it’s St. Anthony’s Feast, which draws more than 10,000 people to the steps of St. Anthony’s Church every year, or Italian Week, residents are proud to celebrate their traditions and happy to share them with Canadians of any nationality. Soccer is like a religion for many residents of Little Italy.

VIBE

Little Italy is one of Ottawa’s most vibrant and exciting neighbourhoods. Entering through the archway on Preston Street (also known as Corso Italia), lit at night with the Italian flag, it feels

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as if you have entered another world, where fun and family are paramount. There isn’t a better place in the city to enjoy a soccer game at a local pub.

MEET THE NEIGHBOURS

Historically, the neighbourhood was primarily made up of Italian families. In recent years, however, demographics have evolved, now offering a wider diversity and mix of heritages. This is a diverse neighbourhood ranging from young professionals in highrise condos to retirees in small bungalows.

The good? If you like to be part of the action, then Little Italy is the neighbourhood for you. You can participate in the year-round cultural activities or unwind in one of the many bars and clubs that line Preston Street. It can be a tad busy, but who doesn’t want to be at the centre of so much action?

FAST FACTS AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$61,988

FAMILY STRUCTURE

FAMILIES

COUPLES

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PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES

With access to many major bus routes and close to the O-Train, getting around on public transportation isn’t a problem. Very walkable, major landmarks and destinations, including downtown are a reasonable distance away. For drivers, parking can be a challenge in the evenings and on weekends.

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HIGHRISE

THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE REST

Little Italy is a great jumping off point for many of Ottawa’s most important landmarks. Close to

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These spacious 2-bedroom suites include the comforts of heated underground parking, elevators, and the convenience

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A DESIGN

BY SARA DUCK

For more than 40 years, IKEA has inspired Canadians.

With the launch of its latest catalogue for 2018, we explore what makes this iconic brand as relevant now as it was when it opened its first store here in 1976

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Can you think back to your first IKEA purchase?

Maybe it was a BILLY bookcase for your dorm room or a POÄNG armchair for the den. For me, it was a set of black leather KRAMFORS sofas. My husband and I felt like our newlywed pad was complete with our cool new Scandi decor. Can you relate?

Whatever your first IKEA product was, it likely wasn’t your last. For many of us, IKEA products are as comforting as a Tim’s double-double and honey cruller.

But, how exactly has Scandinavian design been able to become a signature in Canadian homes? The answer lies at the core of the company’s mission – to create simple products people love.

“It doesn’t matter if your style preference is modern or traditional, our products are streamlined and simplistic in design, which lends for easy integration

into any home,” says Kathy Davey, head of interior design, IKEA Canada.

When you really break it down, isn’t it the simplistic nature of IKEA that keeps drawing us back to shop?

The uncluttered displays in the showroom, steady price points, DIY-approach, peace of mind warranty and uncomplicated food offerings all help to make IKEA an easy and favoured shopping destination for Canadians.

Along with its unequivocal design principles, IKEA prides itself on extensive market research to keep relevant in today’s market. For Davey and her team, it’s all about the “home visit.” She will travel to homes across the country, spending two to three hours at a time talking with the homeowners.

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NH: If you could redesign a celebrity’s home, who would you choose and why?

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KD: The Brady Bunch living room! I would love to transform their space from 1969 into 2018!

They are a large blended family that live in a modern home that has some great features to start with. There are so many activities going on under one roof that the space would need to be truly multi-functional to reflect their busy lifestyle.

With the two main trends of today influencing life at home in the living room – urbanization and technology – there could be endless possibilities to design a living room that works for everyone.

The sofas would be arranged in different zones in the middle of the room which leaves space on the walls for personalization and self-expression.

The living room would be the hub for the family’s social playground and celebrations, and smart devices will enable a liquid life, so there is no need to anchor activities around a TV or computer. The sofa is still the soul of the living room – which would speak to comfort and relaxation.

This would be a hard-working room and the heart of their everyday life at home. It would be bold, brave and beautiful, mixing modern and traditional styles breaking the conventional approach to the living room.

through every door and drawer (if the homeowners allow it!) to get to the bottom of what they love and loathe about each space, and their future dreams for their home.

“We could visit model homes or homes without the owners there, but that doesn’t mean anything to us,” says Davey. “We want to talk to people and find out who they are, how they live and what they want.”

From coast to coast, Davey and her team will conduct 250 home visits in Canada this year. The end result is detailed, on-the-ground research to help better design stores and products tailored to different provinces, cities and customers.

“It’s all about meeting the needs of our customers as soon as they walk into their local IKEA,” says Davey.

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5 of IKEA’s most iconic products 1. KLIPPAN loveseat sofa 2. POÄNG armchair 3. Swedish meatballs 4. LÖVBACKEN side table 5. BILLY bookcase All available at ikea.ca

in-store, IKEA releases an inspiring catalogue each year (online and in print, delivered to your door) with a specific theme. This year, it’s “Make Room for Life” – the brand hopes to encourage people to make room in life for the things they love, with the help of smart furnishing solutions.

“Encouraging people to embrace the fluidity of their homes through their unconventional spaces and multi-purpose furnishings, is our goal,” says Davey.

“We want people to realize that the living room has space for both their needs and their dreams.”

With this type of customer driven dedication that IKEA continues to deliver, it’s no doubt that Canadians will happily continue shopping (and consuming Swedish meatballs) for another 40 years.

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THE RIGHT FIT:

CONDO RULES AND YOUR LIFESTYLE

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MARNIE BENNETT If you’re like most of my condobuying clients, your home search is centred around location, suite layout and building amenities.

These are the physical aspects of your home, and they’re incredibly important. But there are also intangible aspects, such as rules and regulations, which may affect the way you actually live in your condo.

The vast majority of these rules are reasonable; however, they do vary from condo to condo. They can be found in the Condo Declaration, and it’s well worth your while to read them as part of your home-hunting research. (While rules can be added or eliminated by the condo board, owners are given a vote on important issues, and can demand meetings to review other changes.)

Depending on your lifestyle, you may be passionate or indifferent about any of the following issues, each of which is often regulated by condo rules:

(that is, leases of less than a year or even AirBnB type rentals). One condo complex recently made the news for disallowing renters who don’t constitute a family. While sometimes controversial, such rules are meant to ensure that all residents have a vested interest in maintaining a well-kept building with a pleasant atmosphere.

PETS

Some condos ban all types of pets, while others embrace them. Some place restrictions only on certain types of animals.

BARBECUES

While Ottawa has no bylaws pertaining to natural gas-line barbecues on balconies, some condos do restrict them due to safety concerns.

SMOKING

Smoke-free condominiums are a relatively new development, but they have indeed made their Ottawa debut. These condos ban smoking even in the privacy of your own suite, so that the highest air quality is maintained.

RENTALS

Some Ottawa condominiums have restrictions on short-term rentals

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PARKING

Condos may restrict parking for commercial and oversized vehicles.

PLUG-INS FOR ELECTRIC CARS

This issue caught my eye back in August, when an Ottawa condo made headlines for deciding that a resident with an electric car should pay for his own electricity, and

for installation of a meter. At the other end of the spectrum, some “Green” condos provide plug-in stations for this very purpose.

While rules and regulations may not be the stuff your condo dreams are made of, I’m happy to report that there are condo rules to suit every demographic. Find the set that work for you, and – I promise – you’ll love your home that much more.

To receive a free copy of a new special report titled “Homebuyers: How to Save Thousands of Dollars When You Buy” email sales@bennettpros.com Marnie Bennett is a broker and CEO of the Bennett Property Shop Realty, a full premium service real estate brokerage specializing in marketing and selling new and resale homes, condominiums and investment real estate. Marnie is the host of two weekly radio shows Marnie’s Real Estate Hour and The Real Estate Edge, a millionaire real estate investor and a wealth management coach. bennettpros.com

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WAYNE KARL MANAGING EDITOR NextHome EMAIL: Wayne.Karl@nexthome.ca TWITTER: @WayneKarl

Builders and developers in Ontario have been asking for such change for years, and finally, the Province is taking the first steps to make it happen.

At issue is red tape – the many, many months it takes for the municipal approval process for new development projects to play out.

In Toronto, for example, it can take as long as 18 months to obtain a building permit. If rezoning is involved, it can take even longer. The end result of such hurdles – besides the obvious delays which often lead to rising costs – is that, amid strong demand for housing, developers are limited to building as many units as they can per permit. This usually means condos, rather than other multi-unit housing types, such as townhomes, that appeal more to families.

But now, Ontario is increasing access to rental and affordable housing by launching a new team to help streamline the development process and tackle some of the challenges that prevent housing projects from taking flight.

In the coming months, the Housing Delivery Group will work with individual developers, municipalities and other organizations to reduce barriers for specific housing projects that meet the needs of local communities. The team will help all parties work together and overcome challenges that prevent new homes from being built.

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PHOENIX’S LATEST RELEASE OFFERS INNOVATIVE HOUSING DESIGNS Phoenix Homes is excited to announce the launch of a brand new community in the always popular area of Findlay Creek: Pathways at Findlay Creek.

Pathways is ideal for families, young professionals and retirees alike. Close to all major amenities and only a short drive to the downtown core, this community is already creating buzz.

This large, master-planned community, just south of Findlay Creek, recently launched to the 18 NextHome.ca

public. Buyers will find the brand new 35-, 43- and 50-ft. singlefamily home lots, and newly designed 20-ft. townhomes.

Phoenix will also be launching its Halo Condo Flats series, which buyers can expect to see throughout many of Phoenix’s developments within the next few months. With many different price points and an array of floorplans, there is sure to be something for everyone.

Phoenix will also be launching

something that buyers have yet to see in Ottawa. “We are the first new home builder in the city to offer income properties,” says Rahul Kochar, vice-president of operations at Phoenix Homes.

With prices continuing to rise, some may find it difficult to afford the type of home they want in the location they desire.

With Phoenix Homes’ income properties, buyers can rent out their already built-in income suite. Everything from fire and

sound separation to heat and hydro separation is already set up in your new home. “The income suite comes equipped with a private entrance and its own address,” says Kochar. “More and more buyers are interested in ways to offset their housing costs. At Phoenix, we are creating this income potential legally and properly from the get-go.

Buyers bypass the hassle of trying to create an income suite in an already built home.”

“We have partnered with CIBC for preferred mortgages,” Kochar says. “CIBC has committed to provide purchasers a mortgage based on assumed rent.” What does this mean for you? You have the potential to be pre-approved for a higher mortgage, meaning

buyers can afford the home they want in the desirable area of Findlay Creek.

This is a brand new line of product that Phoenix Homes will be launching in many of its developments across the city.

Buyers will have the ability to view the income property model home next spring at Pathways.

Pathways is ideally situated close to all the major amenities that Findlay Creek has to offer. The Findlay Creek Shopping Plaza has everything from a Tim Hortons to an LCBO, and a Fresh Co to the local physiotherapist. There are

also many schools in the area.

Pathways will feed your need for greenspace. With many parks, trails, and even wetlands nearby, you can lose yourself exploring all of the outdoor space in and around Findlay Creek. Fresh Towns offer not only an up-to-theminute option that redefines what life in Ottawa can be, but also a remarkable opportunity to invest in your future.

For more information on Pathways, please visit their sales centre at 4820 Bank Street or go to phoenixhomes.ca

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FIND YOUR NEXT HOME This page features the latest properties to keep your eye on in the Eastern Ontario area.

PATHWAYS AT FINDLAY CREEK BY PHOENIX HOMES

AVALON ENCORE By: Minto City: Orléans Housing type: Singles, townhomes Contact: 613.834.6400 minto.com

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HARMONY

By: eQ Homes City: Kemptville Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.258.6488 eqhomes.ca

By: Minto City: Barrhaven Housing type: Singles, townhomes Contact: 613.789.7977 mintoharmony.com

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By: Valecraft Homes City: Ottawa Housing type: Terrace Home Contact: 613.680.4771 valecraft.com

By: Phoenix Homes City: Barrhaven Housing type: Townhomes Contact: phoenixhomes.ca

By: Claridge Homes City: Ottawa Housing type: Condominium Contact: 613.695.1441 claridgeicon.com

CARLETON CROSSING

By: Greatwise City: Ottawa Housing type: Townhomes Contact: freshtowns.ca

AVIATION PRIVATE

By: Brigil City: Stittsville Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.257.4079 brigil.com

CREEKSIDE By: Cardel Homes City: Richmond Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.836.9521 cardelhomes.com 22 NextHome.ca

FRESH TOWNS

GALLERY TOWNHOMES By: Tamarack Homes City: Orléans Housing type: Townhomes Contact: 613.422.5925 tamarackhomes.com

KOL By: Cardel Homes City: Blackstone Housing type: Condominiums Contact: 613.592.0062 cardelhomes.com

MAHOGANY By: Minto City: Manotick Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.788.2776 mintomahogany.com

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By: Mattamy City: Barrhaven Housing type: Singles, townhomes Contact: 613.825.7932 mattamyhomes.com

By: Mastercraft Starwood City: West Central Housing type: Luxury condominiums Contact: sohochampagne.com

By: Richcraft City: Centretown Housing type: Condominiums Contact: 613.695.7577 thebowerycondos.ca

PATHWAYS AT FINDLAY CREEK By: Phoenix Homes City: Findlay Creek Housing type: Singles, urban flats and townhomes Contact: Susan Linton 613.219.6862 phoenixhomes.ca

POTTER’S KEY By: Minto City: Stittsville Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.788.2761 minto.com

RATHWELL LANDING By: Valecraft Homes City: Stittsville Housing type: Bungalows, townhomes Contact: 613.435.8141 valecraft.com

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SUNDANCE By: Claridge Homes City: Ottawa Housing type: Singles Contact: 613.425.1332 claridgehomes.com

TALL SHIPS LANDING

THE CORNERS ON MAIN By: Domicile City: Ottawa Housing type: Condominium Contact: 613.806.6246 cornersonmain.ca

By: Thomas Fuller Construction Ltd. City: Brockville Housing type: Condominium Contact: 613.498.7245 tallshipslanding@fuller.ca tallshipslanding.com

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TRIBECA LOFTS

By: eQ Homes City: Greystone Housing type: Condominium Contact: greystonevillage.ca

By: Claridge Homes City: Ottawa Housing type: Condominium Contact: 613.234.1780 claridgetribecalofts.com

By: Greatwise City: Ottawa West Housing type: Freehold Towns Contact: 613.693.0808 twtowns.com

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Builder Name

Site Name

Almonte

Phoenix Homes

White Tail Ridge

x

Carleton Place

Brigil

Carleton Crossing

x

Carp

Phoenix Homes

Diamondview Estates

x

Hunt Club

Claridge Homes

Hunt Club Flats

Kanata

Claridge Homes

Bridlewood Trails

Kanata

Phoenix Homes

Fernbank

Kanata

Phoenix Homes

Terra Flats

Stittsville

Mattamy

Traditions II

Stittsville

Minto

Barrhaven

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Prices

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WEST x

From $390's

12, 13

From $279's

15

From $400's

12, 13

x

From $277,900

6, 7

x

From $394,900

6, 7

From $350's

12, 13

x

From $200's

12, 13

x

x

From $321,990

4, 5

Potter's Key

x

x

From $344,900

2, 3

Claridge Homes

West Pointe Village

x

x

From $602,900

6, 7

Barrhaven

Minto

Quinn's Pointe

x

x

From $254,500

2, 3

Barrhaven

Minto

Harmony

x

x

Inquire

2, 3

Barrhaven

Phoenix Homes

Felton Court

x

From $270's

12, 13

Barrhaven

Phoenix Homes

Strandherd Meadows

Inquire

12, 13

Findlay Creek

Phoenix Homes

Pathways

x

From $200's

12, 13

Ottawa South

Claridge Homes

Summerhill Village

x

x

From $369,900

6, 7

Ottawa South

Claridge Homes

Sundance

x

From $592,900

6, 7

Brigil

Plateau Du Parc

From $360's

15

Clarence-Rockland

eQ Homes

Clarence Crossing

x

x

From $259,900

9

Navan

Claridge

Spring Valley Trails

x

x

From $343,900

6, 7

Orléans

Minto

Avalon Encore

x

x

From $285,900

2, 3

Orléans

Phoenix Homes

Halo Flats

x

From $200's

12, 13

Ottawa

Cardel Homes

Creekside

x

Inquire

10, 11

Rockcliffe

Claridge

Wateridge Village

x

From $748,900

6, 7

x

x x

x

x

SOUTH

x x

NORTH Gatineau

x

EAST

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CENTRAL Ottawa

Valecraft

Aviation Private

Ottawa

Greatwise Development

Fresh Towns

Brockville

Fuller

Downtown

x

From $302,900

14

x

From $299,990

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Tall Ships Landing

x

Inquire

C15

Claridge Homes

Icon

x

From $301,000

C8, C9

Downtown

Claridge Homes

The Lofts

x

From $400's

C8, C9

Downtown

Claridge Homes

Tribeca

x

From $345,000

C8, C9

Downtown

Richcraft

The Bowery

x

From $194,000

C13

Gatineau

Brigil

Domaine Du Vieux-Port

x

From $260's

15

Gatineau

Brigil

Horizon

x

Inquire

15

Gatineau

Brigil

Jardins McConnell

x

Inquire

15

Kanata

Cardel

Blackstone

x

From $300's

C2

Orléans

Brigil

Petrie's Landing

x

From $199's

15

Ottawa Central

Brigil

Kanata Lakes

x

Inquire

15

Ottawa Central

Claridge Homes

Claridge Plaza 3 & 4

x

From $232,000

C8, C9

Ottawa Central

Claridge Homes

Fusion

x

From $282,000

C8, C9

Ottawa Central

Claridge Homes

Waterstreet

x

From $250,000

C8, C9

Ottawa Central

Mastercraft Starwood

Soho Champagne

x

From $302,900

C16

Ottawa East

Domicile Development Inc

The Corners On Main

x

From Low $300's

C3

Ottawa West

Tamarack

Wellington

x

From $299,068

BC

Richmond

Cardel Homes

KoL

x

From $300's

C2

West Nepean

Claridge Homes

Stirling Park

x

From $279,000

C8, C9

West Ottawa

eQ Homes

Terrace At Greystone

x

From $199,900

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TRENDING

OHBA ELECTS NEW PRESIDENT Pierre Dufresne was elected President of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) for 2017-18 at the association’s Annual Meeting of Members on Sept. 25 at the Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls.

He most recently served as the association’s First Vice-President, has served as a member of the Executive Committee since 2014, sat on the OHBA Board of Directors since 2013 and served on the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) Urban Council over multiple terms since its inception.

With almost 30 years of experience in land development, Dufresne’s leadership style has been described as well-informed,

thoughtful and measured. He is Vice-President, Land Development at Tartan Land Corp., a company that has been building new homes and communities in the Ottawa area for more than 50 years.

Well-versed and very knowledgeable about the issues facing the industry, Dufresne brings a perspective from beyond the GTA and will be focused on creating a balance: being responsible to OHBA’s local associations, regardless of their size, and representing all interests of the building, development and professional renovation industry at the provincial level. Well aware of the depth and volume of policy initiatives he faces this year, Dufresne says he plans to approach the policy issues in a prepared and evidence-based manner as he represents the industry’s interests at Queen’s Park and with stakeholder groups.

—Marlene Eisner

CANADIANS WANT MORE COMMUNITY GREENSPACES A recent survey by TD Bank Group’s GreenSights Report says 95 percent of Canadians want to be near greenspaces, but most feel what’s in their neighbourhood is below par. The survey is part of the TD Common Ground Project, an initiative focused on revitalizing over 150 community greenspaces across Canada in recognition of the country’s 150th year.

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• Room for improvement.

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more public picnic areas, natural playgrounds and solar lighting.

• A place to escape. The topthree activities listed to do in greenspaces were: Relax on their own (43 per cent); connecting with nature (42 per cent); and relaxing with family and friends (41 per cent).

• Values and trade-offs. Eighteen per cent placed a high priority on living near a greenspace when looking for a place to live, closely behind “proximity to good schools,” (23 per cent) and “easy access to public transit” (19 per cent). Forty per cent said preserving greenspaces should come at the expense of commercial development,

followed by housing development (24 per cent) and parking (20 per cent).

• Sustainability. Regardless of age, 94 per cent said natural sustainable playground equipment would be important for their local community greenspace.

—Marlene Eisner

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