Ottawa New Home + Condo Guide – June 5, 2021 by NextHome

Ottawa June 5–July 3, 2021

The ﬁrst and only complete guide to pre-construction homes and condos

Tips on saving for your new home INSIDE:

AVOID COSTLY MORTGAGE MISTAKES

UNDERSTANDING ADJUSTMENTS ON CLOSING

JUNE 5–JULY 3, 2021 | VOLUME 21, ISSUE 6

CONTENTS

CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER

Jacky Hill Jacky.Hill@nexthome.ca EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Susan Legge Susan.Legge@nexthome.ca CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

COVER STORY

Sara Duck MEDIA CONSULTANT

Jessica Wilson jessica.wilson@nexthome.ca SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATORS

Gary Chilvers Vi Nguyen DISTRIBUTION

distributionteam@nexthome.ca ACCOUNTING INQUIRIES

accountingteam@nexthome.ca DIRECTOR OF PRINT MEDIA

Lauren Reid–Sachs GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ASSISTANT MANAGER

Alicesa Pullan GRAPHIC DESIGNER & PRE-PRESS COORDINATOR

Hannah Yarkony GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Johannah Lorenzo, Mike Terentiev, Alice Wu

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Tips on saving FOR YOUR NEW HOME

NEWS + ADVICE

20 Newsworthy The latest products to hit the market

Legally Speaking Adjustments on newhome closings

BY JAYSON SCHWARZ

Personal Finance

Home Finds Catch up with Home Etc.

Avoid mortgage mistakes by shopping around

Top 10 Top of the pots BY SARA DUCK

BY JESSE ABRAMS

Industry Insider

Get Outside

A closer look at closing costs

Bringing out a backyard’s natural beauty

BY IRINA POPOVA

BY SAMANTHA KLEINKNECHT

INSPIRATION

IN EVERY ISSUE

30 New Home & Condo Developments

Get the Look Retro revival BY SARA DUCK

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EDITOR’S NOTE

BUDGET BLITZ

SUSAN LEGGE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF New Home + Condo Guide

Spring is traditionally a busy season for new openings in the pre-construction market. If you’re looking for a new home, your timing could not be better to start shopping around. In the pages ahead, you’ll find new launches as well as upand-coming communities to explore. There’s plenty of gorgeous spaces and design advice in this issue, too, courtesy of our sister publication, Reno + Decor. But, as our cover story indicates, it’s all about saving for your new digs and understanding costs. If you’re serious about saving money to purchase real estate, keep your sights set on your goal. It’s worth it. Buying a new home or condominium is a team effort. Before venturing into the market, make sure you’ve got a trusted group of experts on your side, including a financial adviser, such as a mortgage broker, and a real estate lawyer. They should be working alongside you every step of the way. Most people have a budget in mind from the get-go. If you don’t, I suggest using an online mortgage calculator to play with the numbers. Find one that takes monthly expenses into account, such as the calculators you’ll find on realtor.ca. Remember, there’s more costs to take into consideration than just the monthly mortgage payment. It’s time to pick your top places to visit armed with all the knowledge you need to make a solid purchasing decision. Enjoy this issue, and happy new-home hunting.

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ADVICE | LEGALLY SPEAKING

ADJUSTMENTS ON NEW HOME CLOSINGS JAYSON SCHWARZ, LLM AND HAMZA AHMAD JD

If you think your purchase price is the only amount you will be paying your builder on closing you should read the fine print of your contract, or better yet, have a real estate lawyer review it for you. INTERIM OCCUPANCY CLOSINGS

Before the final closing for a condominium, there will be an interim occupancy, where your unit is ready for occupancy, but minor construction in the building is not complete and the condominium is not yet registered, meaning there is not a legal title for your unit that can be transferred to you. 6

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During the interim occupancy phase, you can move into the unit without paying for the balance of your purchase price, but you will pay a monthly occupancy fee. Under the framework of Ontario’s Condominium Act, the occupancy fee is comprised of: 1. Interest on the unpaid balance of your purchase price; 2. An estimated amount of property taxes; and 3. Estimated condo fees. While many believe that an occupancy fee is another way for builders to extract more money from buyers, builders should not profit from occupancy closings. ADJUSTMENTS ON CLOSING

Whether freehold or condominium, your builder may charge you for several adjustments on final closing. The adjustments, which will be

presented in a document called the Statement of Adjustments, will range from water and hydro connection fees, new home warranty enrollment fees, to fees for tree planting, driveway paving, and development levies. Development levies can be the most unpredictable as they can range from hundreds of dollars to tens of thousands of dollars unless the builder agreed to limit them to a specific amount during the negotiation phase of the agreement. Every new home offer has an adjustment section in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale and the adjustments are set out; usually in broad strokes or without a specific number attached. Adjustments are supposed to be delineated in the Tarion Addendum, but it never seems to quite happen that way.

As the Purchaser the onus is on you to insist that your adjustments are spelled out. There is nothing worse than coming to closing and being as an example, $4000 short. No one needs that kind of last minute pressure when you have a couple of days to close and you find out you do not have enough money. Post-Closing Adjustments The final closing does not necessarily signify the end of adjustments between a builder and purchaser because there may be re-adjustments to some charges well after closing. If your property has a yard, builders often charge a grading deposit. Often around $1,500, this is money the builder will hold until the municipality assumes responsibility for your subdivision and confirms that the grading on your property complies with the municipality’s approved plans. It may take years for municipal

assumption, and once that is done, you may contact the builder to demand a return of your deposit. Don’t forget!!!!! Another major adjustment for which you will need to followup on is municipal property taxes. The builder may charge you for an estimated amount of property taxes because your property has not yet been assessed and taxes are being paid at the vacant land rate. After closing, you will receive a supplementary tax bill, indicating the new assessed amount of taxes for your property. Usually, you will be able to present the new tax bill to your builder and have them re-adjust for property taxes since the builder has to pay taxes proportional to their ownership of the property. In most cases, the assessment will mean the builder will pay you back for a portion of your supplementary tax bill. Don’t Forget!!!!!

The most important thing we want you to get out of this article is KNOW WHAT IT WILL COST TO CLOSE!!!!!! The best way to do that is to understand your adjustments when you get into the deal. Perhaps the most difficult part of writing these articles relates not the actual writing, but thinking of a topic to address. So help us!!! Mail, deliver or fax letters to the magazine or to us, use the web site (www.schwarzlaw.ca), email (info@ schwarzlaw.ca) and give us your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries. We will try to deal with them in print or electronic form. Jayson Schwarz, LLM, is senior partner, and Hamza Ahmad, JD, is an associate at Schwarz Law Partners LLP, a real estate and business law firm. schwarzlaw.ca, info@schwarzlaw.ca

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COVER STORY

PANDEMIC SAVINGS ARE UPPING BUYERS’ DOWN PAYMENT PLANS: BMO

SAVING FOR A DOWN PAYMENT: WHAT YOU NEED TO SACRIFICE

Prospective homebuyers will often have to make some lifestyle changes in order to save enough funds for a down payment. But, how much do you really need to sacrifice? Ratehub.ca, a financial product comparison website, conducted a study to see how everyday luxuries impact your savings. SO, WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO GIVE UP?

Many of us love the finer things in life, but the costs of these luxuries add up. For example, a specialty beverage at Starbucks costs an average of $4; takeout meals cost approximately $15; every Uber ride you take will amount to about $16.40; brunch costs approximately $25; and nights out will set you back $65. Here is how long it would take you to save for a down payment if you were to redirect the funds you would normally spend on these luxuries.

STARBUCKS Price $4

NIGHT OUT Price $65

TAKEOUT Price $15

Times per week: 3 #drinks to give up:

Times per week: 2 #nights out to give up: 727 Time to reach goal:

Times per week: 3 #takeout meals to give up: 3,148 Time to reach goal:

11,806 Time to reach goal:

76 years BRUNCH Price $25

UBER Price $16.40

Times per week: 1 #brunches to give up: Time to reach goal:

Times per week: 3 #Uber rides to give up: 2,880 Time to reach goal:

36 years

18 years

1,889

7 years

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20 years

First-time homebuyers are feeling the affordability pinch in hot markets such as Ottawa, but also plan to use their growing savings to boost their down payment, according to a recent survey from BMO Bank of Montreal. “The Canadian housing market, overall, is incredibly strong right now with record demand and tighter supply pushing prices up,” says Hassan Pirnia, head of personal lending and home financing products, BMO Bank of Montreal. “While some buyers are looking to accelerate their move into the market anticipating price appreciation, we are seeing others pause on their homeownership plans. According to the BMO survey, 80 per cent of first-time buyers intend on using some or most of their increased savings to boost their down payment. Nationally, respondents expect to spend $433,000 on their first home, compared to $529,000 in Ontario.

4 TRICKS TO BOOST YOUR DOWN PAYMENT FROM ALYSSA RICHARD, CO-FOUNDER AND CO-CEO OF RATEHUB.CA

HIGH-INTEREST SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

GUARANTEED INVESTMENT CERTIFICATES (GICS)

When choosing where to park your cash, there are a number of factors to consider. One key component in your choice of bank should be the interest rate of your savings account. High-interest savings accounts have different interest rates depending on the financial institution. If you’re shopping for a new bank, be sure to compare interest rates with other banks or credit unions. Many financial institutions will often have promotions encouraging you to switch that involve a high interest rate either for a set period, or permanently. Do your research and make sure you’re saving with an institution that gives you the best rate. Keep in mind, Canada is in a historically low interest rate environment, so the difference between rates may seem tiny. But if your savings are large enough, that tiny difference can have a decent impact over time.

This investment vehicle provides plenty of peace of mind. The guarantee the name refers to doesn’t mean you’ll definitely make a lot of money. It guarantees you definitely won’t lose money, which is a promise you can’t get from most other investments. GICs let you lock in a certain sum (a minimum investment of $500 or $1,000 is typical) for a specific period of time, usually one to five years. The longer you keep money in the GIC, the higher the interest rate is and the more interest you’re likely to earn. This makes GICs an excellent option for people looking to grow their savings over the long term, but who don’t want to take on risk.

3 THE HOME BUYERS’ PLAN

An RRSP is a type of account that holds a variety of investments, such as GICs. RRSPs have three advantages. First, everything you contribute to your RRSP is tax deductible. Second, you can invest

from an RRSP and any profits from those investments remain tax free as long as they stay in the RRSP. Third, if you’re a first-time homebuyer, you can withdraw up to $25,000 from your RRSP taxfree to put toward your first home when you participate in the Home Buyers’ Plan. If you’re purchasing your first home with a partner or spouse, you can withdraw as much as $25,000 from each of your accounts for a total of $50,000 to put toward your home. But there’s a catch: The Home Buyers’ Plan essentially works as a loan to yourself, so you must contribute at least one-fifteenth of the amount in your RRSP over a 15-year period or the money withdrawn will be taxed.

4 THE BOTTOM LINE

Investing your down payment in stocks can be risky if you’re buying a home within the next few years, since there’s a chance you could lose money. A safe investment option, such as a high-interest savings account or a GIC, can give you a better return on your money.

Alyssa Richard is co-founder and co-CEO of RateHub.ca – a website that compares mortgage rates, credit cards, high-interest savings accounts, chequing accounts and insurance with the goal to empower Canadians to search smarter and save money. nexthome.ca 11

5 STEPS TO PREPARE TO BUY A HOME IN A HOT MARKET FROM JESSE ABRAMS, CO-FOUNDER, HOMEWISE

1 ORGANIZE YOUR FINANCES

When it comes to your finances, it’s essential to understand that buying a home is more than just a down payment and monthly payments. You need to also account for closing costs, as well other expenses once your home closes. Further, once you move into your home, there may be unforeseen expenses that arise.

2 FIND YOUR TARGET MARKET

Once you have an idea of your home affordability, you can start figuring out what neighbourhoods you’re able

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to buy in. Hire a good realtor who will help you find releases and listings that check all your boxes, whether that’s regarding schools, public amenities, major transit hubs, dining and entertainment.

3 DETERMINE YOUR MAXIMUM OFFER IN ADVANCE

In a hot market, there’s often bidding wars for resale homes. So, while your pre-approval will help you understand your maximum affordability, it’s also important to get an idea of how the monthly payments and your down payment will affect your life. Determine a maximum amount and stick to it.

4 GET PRE-APPROVED

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is beneficial for a variety of reasons. It helps you understand your overall home affordability, the rates and mortgage features available, and it gives you an idea of what your monthly payments will be.

5 HAVE FUN WITH THE PROCESS

Buying a home is an exciting milestone and one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your life. Going into this process with confidence and an open mind will help you make the best decision to find your home and make the experience as exciting as it should be.

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MORTGAGE MISTAKES HOW NOT SHOPPING AROUND CAN COST YOU THOUSANDS

JESSE ABRAMS

For Canadians buying a home, one of the first things on your to-do list should be to figure out where to get a mortgage. A recent survey conducted by Homewise found that more than half of prospective homebuyers in Canada under the age of 45 – many of them first-timers – don’t shop around for a mortgage. Among those mortgage-seekers, more than half of them would go only to their own bank or one of Canada’s big banks. Unfortunately, it’s clear that many don’t realize there are many other, potentially better mortgage options available in the marketplace that can save them thousands of dollars. Although heading to your current bank might seem like the easiest way to find a mortgage, it can be restricting because it’s only one option out of the many that exist. When you don’t shop around, you lose access to the different rates and features available, as well as the potential opportunity to save thousands of dollars. No two lenders are the same, which is why it’s necessary to broaden your search, understand the different mortgage features and options, while determining how they align with your specific needs. Of course, shopping around can help homebuyers get a view of the best available rates in the market. 14

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However, rate is often not the largest money saver; it’s actually the mortgage key features. For example, many buyers break their mortgage early (before the end of their five-year term), whether it’s to move to a new home, refinance and other reasons. Certain lenders have substantially higher penalties for breaking a mortgage early – as much as tens of thousands of dollars. While a slightly lower rate may save you $20 a month, having a view of the potential penalties based on the lender can save you five to 10 times more over time. If you’re a homebuyer who wants to pay down your mortgage as fast as possible, shopping around is also essential to ensure your mortgage includes the necessary prepayment features. If your mortgage contract doesn’t facilitate lump sum prepayments, you will be restricted from paying down your mortgage more than what is allowed. Some lenders allow for 20 per cent annually, others as low as five per cent. Shopping around from the get-go helps to avoid such situations, while saving you more money in the long run. A final reason to shop around is that some prospective buyers get turned down by their bank, and they assume they won’t get preapproved elsewhere. Many lenders and lender types have differing qualification standards, so people who may have been turned down in the past, can still realize their homebuying dreams. There are two options when it comes to shopping around for a mortgage. One way to do this is by

going from lender to lender and comparing options on your own. Although this isn’t a bad idea, it can be incredibly time consuming and tedious, because you’ll need to resubmit your information and have your credit pulled each time you meet with a new lender. Instead of going through this hassle, contract a mortgage company such as Homewise, which works with multiple lenders. We work with banks, credit unions and monoline lenders, and are able to search for the best options based on your unique situation. Going this route, you’ll work with a dedicated advisor who can help you uncover various mortgage options based on your needs and understand the specific rates and features available, guiding you through to approval and movein. And, importantly, they will pull your credit report only once. At the end of the day, finding a mortgage doesn’t have to be complicated. When you take the time to shop around and partner with the right company, the door opens to a host of advantages that can save you time and a lot of money, while helping you secure the right mortgage for today and into the future.

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

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A CLOSER LOOK AT CLOSING COSTS RESALE PURCHASES

IRINA POPOVA

Purchasing a new home is expensive enough (especially these days!). Here is your guide to preparing your pockets for closing costs associated with home-buying. 16

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Closing costs when buying a resale property are typically around 1.5-2 per cent of the purchase price. These costs consist of the following: legal fees, home inspection, closing adjustments (refund to seller of pro-rated pre-paid property taxes, condo fees, utilities), Land Transfer Tax (LTT), title insurance, CMHC insurance and moving costs.

There are some ways to lower those costs. First time homebuyers can get up to $4,000 rebate on the LTT. You can avoid paying for the CMHC insurance by increasing your down payment to 20 per cent. Also, make sure to ask your mortgage specialist to cover the appraisal fee, if possible. NEW CONSTRUCTION

In many cases, closing costs are higher when buying a new

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These costs consist of the following: legal fees, home inspection, closing adjustments (refund to seller of pro-rated pre-paid property taxes, condo fees, utilities), Land Transfer Tax, title insurance, CMHC insurance and moving costs.

property than a resale home. These consist of development charges, Tarion warranty fee, taxes and other miscellaneous fees (examples: utility meter installation, mortgage discharge fee), all of which can add up to thousands of dollars. In addition, the land transfer tax is payable on new construction as well! Lawyer fees, title insurance, CMHC insurance and moving costs also apply. For investor buyers, it’s also important to note that HST is not included in the sale price and will need to be paid on the day of closing. While it’s possible to eventually get that refunded, this is a high closing cost to consider and I recommend seeking an accountant’s advice. To avoid unexpected surprises on the day of closing make sure the development charges are capped in your purchase agreement, and that you know exactly what’s included in your purchase price

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in terms of upgrades. While most experienced developers include all applicable taxes in the purchase price for end-users, I suggest triple-checking this. I have seen developers charge additional taxes on parking spots, storage lockers and upgrades. Hiring a lawyer who is comfortable with pre-construction contracts is very important. As well, something to note is that while homebuyers are able to put down five per cent when buying their first property, most developers require a deposit of 15-20 per cent on all preconstruction sales. Occasionally though, developers do offer deposit promotions for first-time homebuyers, usually when the building is nearing completion. In closing, buying a house is amazing, but being housepoor is not so great. Knowing your financial comfort level is the key to a stress-free home buying process. Lean on the team of professionals around you for personalized advice and trust the process. Happy shopping!

Irina Popova is a real estate agent and co-owner of Blue Panda Realty. She has been specializing in the central Ottawa market since 2013.

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INSPIRATION |

get the look

revival

Retro

by SARA DUCK

Planning to vacation locally this summer? R+D fell in love with The June Motel in Sauble Beach – the 1970s surf style will have you swooning while the laid-back vibe will have you saying yes to rosé all day. Here are some of our favourite elements from the motel and how to get the look at home.

BATHROOM The colour palette in this bathroom is divine. The peachy-pink wall tiles paired with white and light wood accents is a perfect combination. The speckled floor tiles bring all the colours together for a cohesive look.

POOL AREA

BEDROOM Natural elements such as teak and rattan keep this bedroom relaxed and cool.

The ultimate vacay spot is always the pool area. Here, the deck is kept simple with oversized yellow striped umbrellas, white loungers and potted tropical plants.

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Steal the style Vintage-look bamboo PLANT STAND. $50. homesense.ca

Solid teak square STOOL. $299. eq3.com

Sinnerlig bamboo pendant LAMP. $99. ikea.ca

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Field square CEMENT TILE in terrazzo pink. $10 per tile. geontile.com

Popcorn knit THROW. $40. bouclair.com

WOOD CEILINGS ARE HAVING A DESIGN MOMENT!

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LOBBY Soft muted colours, mixed textures, plants and statement pieces such as the marble coffee table create a modern 1970s feeling in the lobby of the motel.

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4 5 LOUNGE Vintage surf style sets the tone for this lounge space. Extra-plush seating, cosy carpeting and wood accents finish the area for a distinct chilled look.

1. Oversized canvas TOTE natural and tan by Love and Lore. $55. indigo.ca | 2. Classic woven wide brimmed SUN HAT. $40. winners.ca | 3. Mint green long sleeve tiered smock MIDI DRESS. $50. | 4. Rusty one-shoulder BIKINI. $25. | 5. Orange croc FOOTBEDS. $30. All from marshalls.ca

Slatted BUFFET in walnut. $1,649. westelm.ca Lappi Bella SOFA. $2,899. article.com

SURFING TODAY By Jim Heimann. $275. indigo.ca

Ava COFFEE TABLE. From $1,898. casalife.com

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CALIFORNIA COOL Farrow & Ball introduces The California Collection, a palette of eight fresh, sun-soaked hues created by American designer Kelly Wearstler. This debut partnership represents the first palette created by an outside designer since the paint company’s founding in 1946. “I always say living without colour is like living without love, so it’s been a dream to partner with Farrow & Ball on a collection of paint that celebrates the emotions colour can evoke,” says Wearstler. farrow-ball.com Photo: Trevor Tondro

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SOLAR POWER

Mitrex, a Canadian manufacturing leader in solar technology, is bringing to market its roofing panels, developed to provide a cost-efficient energy solution for homes. The solar roof panels can be easily installed on both new and existing homes. Besides being affordable, Mitrex’s products can also seamlessly mimic the appearance of traditional asphalt and slate shingles, with various colours and patterns available. mitrex.com

BATHROOM HAVEN Make the bathroom your favourite room in the house with spa-like accessories from Bed, Bath and Beyond’s new line, Haven. From towels made with 100 per cent organic fibres to ceramic bath accessories, Haven products are designed to help make it easy to cultivate a sense of calm and enhance everyday routines. bedbathbeyond.ca

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SMART GRILL Serious about grilling? The Traeger Pro Series is the best-selling pellet grill in the world. The new Traeger Pro 780 comes with Wi-FIRE technology which allows you to monitor and adjust your grill anytime, anywhere from the Traeger app on your smartphone. Plus, the new grills now start quicker, heat up faster, and put out better smoke quality, giving you consistent results infused with wood-fired flavour. $999. traegergrills.com

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We did it! We made it through a very tough pandemic winter and now it’s time to bask in the warm weather and sunshine. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or petite patio, it’s time to get outside and create a space that will keep you inspired all summer long

Abbott concrete & FSC acacia chunky leg DINING TABLE. $3,749. potterybarn.ca nexthome.ca 21

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TAKE A SEAT Synthetic rattan and wicker offer a natural look and feel, but with durability and weatherresistant abilities – perfect for outdoor lounging all summer long 1. Calova LOUNGE CHAIR. $529. article.com 2. Corrina FAUX RATTAN SOFA with ivory sunbrella cushions. $2,999. cb2.ca 3. Simeon outdoor WICKER CHAIR with cushion. $1,199. crateandbarrel.ca 4. Nelle outdoor ACCENT CHAIR. $899. mobilia.ca

Check mate

This gingham melamine tableware set will set a summery tone for your al fresco dining Check MELAMINE BOWLS AND PLATES. From $14. zarahome.ca

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CHEAP AND CHIC Can’t afford a full backyard makeover? Changing up your cushions can add an instant new look while keeping on budget! CITRUS BRANCHES PILLOW in tiger lily, BROKEN STRIPE PILLOWS in tiger lily and multi-colour, MINI FLANGE PILLOW in sunflower by Oui. $39 each. indigo.ca 22

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Pack a picnic

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The traditional picnic basket is modernized with this adorable cotton picnic basket tote from Oui. The roomy tote holds all your food, along with four plates, cups, forks, and spoons, which are all included

Roll up

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This multi-functional bar cart is the perfect outdoor entertaining accessory Barbie poolside collection outdoor BAR CART in aluminum grey by Novogratz. $237. rona.ca

Float on

We love this Canadian themed adult swimming float from Float-eh, made from thick, durable, phthalates-free vinyl THE LOON. $80. float-eh.ca

Tie-dye outside

The tie-dye trend has been popular in fashion this year, and now it can be seen in outdoor decor, too 1. Tie-dye decorative PILLOW. $23. bouclair.com 2. Zoe ceramic SIDE TABLE. $239-$477. westelm.ca 3. Blue watercolour melamine DINNER PLATE. $6. homesense.ca

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HEAT UP Outdoor firepits are great for creating a cosy backyard feeling and extending those summer nights. There are so many design and style options to choose from, and at variety of price points

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Neutral territory

Let the greenery in your space really pop by decorating your outdoor area in neutral colours such as black, white and grey. For an extra special touch, choose a bold pattern to incorporate in the same palette

1. Moonstone 12-piece DINNERWARE SET. $60. Arizona TABLE RUNNER. $20. Minuit red WINE GLASSES. $7. Fjord FLATWARE SET. $30. stokesstores.com | 2. Glass Edison LIGHTS by Hometrends. $20. walmart.ca | 3. Skyler three-piece rope wicker CHAT SET by Hometrends. $268. | 4. Eclipse black and white stripe UMBRELLA with base. $999. cb2.ca

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fter selling their cottage, my city client’s desire to have an outdoor getaway at home, where they could relax and enjoy being outside, inspired the renovation of their backyard. Before the redesign, the backyard fell short and did little to encourage their outdoor living aspirations. With my landscape design ideas and the interior design help of Erin Feasby and Cindy Bleeks of Feasby & Bleeks Design, the

family can now dine, cook, lounge, entertain and swim in their newly renovated backyard. The homeowners didn’t want to see a wooden fence surrounding the perimeter of the yard. They wanted lots of green to fill in the space and make it feel like a cottage in the city. We went with a planting palette of greens, whites, yellows and purples and kept a good-sized patch of sod for the family dog. We used various plants and flowers from boxwoods to black-eyed Susans and even lined the property with

green cedars and pyramidal European hornbeams to give that green backdrop they were looking for. We also included a couple of eastern white pines – a nostalgic reminder to the homeowner’s cottage. We placed potted plants around the pool to add extra greenery to the expansive patio. We planted topicals, perennials and annuals. Some of the plants will die in the winter, but the homeowner may choose to put seasonal cuttings in the planters for winter interest when the snow flies.

Samantha Kleinknecht is Owner and Principal Landscape Designer at SK Design Co. Specializing in residential design, she loves to help her clients discover their own outdoor style. skdesigncompany.com

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New fencing, some made from pressure-treated stained pine and some in black aluminium, keeps it open and airier. The wood fence was stained a dark colour, which helps the fence recede into the background. The backyard is paved with Permacon, an engineered material, in a light grey colour. Due to the freeze-thaw cycle of Toronto, the pavers were dry-laid in an aggregate base. There are so many great seating areas around the backyard. One is an area with a natural gas firepit beside the pool – a nice spot to relax in the evenings and well into the fall season. The furniture was repurposed from the family cottage and updated with new outdoor fabrics. For a bit of formality, we added a boxwood hedge around the

dining patio along with planters that include fresh herbs. The homeowner loved the large maple tree trunks on her neighbour’s property, so we used aluminum fencing so as not to hide the trunks. To connect this patio to the one around the pool, we used four large pavers pushed together to create lovely, large steppingstones. Sod in between the stepping-stones adds a hit of green between the two patios. The back corner of the yard is a lounge sitting area, complete with a sectional sofa, coffee table and lots of great shade cast by the cantilevered umbrella. This corner is a cosy nook that acts as the backyard’s living room. Overall, this backyard is a green oasis, a great escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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FIND YOUR NEXT HOME These listings offer a comprehensive overview of new-home and condo developments currently available throughout the Greater Ottawa Area and the Gatineau.

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BUILDER

SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

FROM

Almonte

Phoenix Homes

White Tail Ridge 44 Sopwith Pvt, Ottawa

Almonte

Neilcorp

Mill Run, Marshall’s Bay Meadows

Arnprior

Campanale

Callahan Estates

Arnprior

Cedarstone Homes

The Fairgrounds

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Arnprior

Mackie Homes

The Fairgrounds

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Carleton Place

Cardel

Miller’s Crossing 2 Flegg Way

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Carleton Place

Longwood Builders

Coleman Central

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Carp

Phoenix Homes

Diamondview Estate 44 Sopwith Pvt, Ottawa

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$534’s

Carp

Mattino Developments

Diamondview Estates

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Kanata

Cardel

Blackstone 106 Westphalian

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Kanata

Claridge

Bridlewood Trails

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Kanata

Mattamy

Blackstone South

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Kanata

Mattamy

Connections in Kanata

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Kanata

Minto

Arcadia, Morgan’s Creek

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Kanata

Metric Homes

Trail View

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Kanata

Richcraft

Bradley Commons

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Kanata

Uniform

Richardson Ridge

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Kanata

Urbandale

Bradley Commons

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Richmond

Caivan

Fox Run 302 Meynell Road

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Richmond

Cardel

Creekside 764 Kirkham Crescent

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Richmond

Cedarstone

Kings Creek, Richmond Oaks

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Richmond

Mattamy Homes

Richmond Meadows

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Richmond

Metric Homes

Fox Run

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Richmond

Talos Homes

Richmond Square

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613-470-1336 phoenix.ca

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neilcorphomes.com

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campanale.com

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613-253-1959 cardelhomes.com

longwoodbuilders.com

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613-470-1336 phoenix.ca

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mattino.ca

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613-836-9521 cardelhomes.com

$362’s

claridgehomes.com

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$385’s

mattamyhomes.com

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$704’s

mattamyhomes.com

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Inquire

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$596’s

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minto.com

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metrichomes.com

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richcraft.com

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uniformdevelopments.com

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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613-518-2364 caivan.com

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613-444-0440 cardelhomes.com

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cedarstonehomes.com

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metrichomes.com

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Coming Soon

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SITE NAME

PROPERTY TYPE

Richmond

Mattamy Homes

Richmond Meadows

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Stittsville

Cardel

EdenWylde 106 Westphalian

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Stittsville

Claridge

Westwood

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Stittsville

eQ Homes

Fernbank Crossing 632 Cope Drive

Stittsville

Patten Homes

Stittsville

Richcraft

Stittsville Stittsville

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Shea Village

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Fernbank Crossing, Westwood

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Tartan

EdenWylde

Tamarack

Westwood, Edenwylde

Nepean

Maple Leaf

West Centretown

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CONTACT

PG.

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613-435-5704 cardelhomes.com

$499’s

claridgehomes.com

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$566’s

613-404-8075 eqhomes.ca

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Coming Soond

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$465’s

richcraft.com

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tartanhomes.com

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tamarackhomes.com

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The Village at the Schoolyard

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mapleleafcustomhomes.ca

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Claridge

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$421

claridgehomes.com

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Centretown

Ashcroft

reResidences

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ashcrofthomes.ca

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Centretown

Brad Lamb Realty

SoBa

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sobaottawa.com

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Centretown

Claridge

101 on the River

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claridgehomes.com

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613-218-8536 claridgehomes.com

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Central

Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Moon

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Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Royale

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$319

claridgehomes.com

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Centretown

Richcraft

The Bowery

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346

richcraft.com

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Centretown

Richcraft

The Charlotte

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thecharlottecondos.com

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Centretown

Dream Investment

Zibi

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zibi.ca

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Lowertown

claridgehomes.com

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613-569-3043

uniformdevelopments.com

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613-518-2364 caivan.com

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Claridge

Waterstreet

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$461

Old Ottawa East

eQ Homes

Greystone Village II 175A Main Street

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Old Ottawa East

Uniform

The Avenues

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Barrhaven

Caivan

The Conservancy , The Ridge #115-4100 Strandherd Drive

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Barrhaven

Mattamy

Half Moon Bay

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$462’s

mattamyhomes.com

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Barrhaven

Mattamy

Promenade

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$389’s

mattamyhomes.com

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Barrhaven

Phoenix

Junction

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Coming Soon

Barrhaven

Uniform

Grandview Court

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uniformdevelopments.com

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Barrhaven

Minto

Harmony, Quinn’s Pointe

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minto.com

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Barrhaven

Glenview Homes

Flagstaff

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glenviewhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Claridge

Sundance

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$516’s

claridgehomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Claridge

Lilythorne

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$506

claridgehomes.com

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Findlay Creek

eQ Homes

Pathways at Findlay Creek 122 Dun Skipper Road

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$400’s

613-822-7247 eqhomes.ca

Findlay Creek

Phoenix

Pathways at Findlay Creek 114 Dun Skipper Road

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$400’s

613-219-6862 phoenixhomes.ca

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Richcraft

Pathways at Findlay Creek

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$412’s

richcraft.com

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PROPERTY TYPE

Findlay Creek

FROM

CONTACT

Tartan

Findlay Creek Village

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tartanhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Tamarack

Findlay Creek Village

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tamarackhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

HN Homes

Cowan’s Grove

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hnhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Urbandale

Cowan’s Grove

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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Greely

Phoenix

Shadow Ridge

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Greely

Parkview Homes

Lakeland Meadows

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Kemptville

eQ Homes

Equinelle 74 eQuinelle Drive

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Manotick

eQ Homes

Riverwalk

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Manotick

Minto

Mahogany

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Manotick

Uniform

Maple Creek Estates

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Ottawa South

Valecraft

Deerfield Village 2

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Riverside South

Claridge

River’s Edge

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Riverside South

Richcraft

Riverside South

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Riverside South

HN Homes

Riverside South

Urbandale

Riverside South

Urbandale

ClarenceRockland

613-823-9227 phoenixhomes.ca

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parkviewhomes.info

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$300’s

613-258-6488 eqhomes.ca

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613-618-3204 eqhomes.ca

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minto.com

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Coming Soon

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valecraft.com

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$516’s

claridghomes.com

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$494’s

richcraft.com

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hnhomes.com

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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Jazz Condos, Allora Condos

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urbandaleconstruction.com

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eQ Homes

Clarence Crossing 235 L’etang Street

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$385’s

613-862-0167 eqhomes.com

ClarenceRockland

Longwood Builders

Morris Village

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longwoodbuilders.com

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ClarenceRockland

CH Clement Construction

Morris Village

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chclementconstruction.ca

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Embrun

Devcore

Fauberge Ste–Marie

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devcore.ca

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Embrun

Melanie Construction

Ste–Marie Hamlet

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melanieconstruction.com

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Embrun

SACA Homes

Place St. Thomas

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sacahomes.ca

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Embrun

Valecraft

Place St. Thomas

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Inquire

valecraft.com

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Orleans

Ashcroft

Eastboro

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ashcrofthomes.ca

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Orleans

Brigil

Petrie’s Landing 8865 Jean d’Arc Blvd.

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Inquire

613-706-4262 brigil.com

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Orleans

Caivan

Orleans Village 806 Croissant de Mercier

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Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

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Orleans

Claridge

Spring Valley Trails

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$300’s

claridgehomes.com

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Orleans

eQ Homes

Provence 1375 Trim Road

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$450’s

613-355-7863 eqhomes.ca

Orleans

Minto

Avalon Encore

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minto.com

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Orleans

Richcraft

Trails Edge, Axis Court

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$355’s

richcraft.com

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Orleans

Mattamy

Jardin Crossing

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Coming Soon

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Orleans

Tamarack

Cardinal Creek

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tamarackhomes.com

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BUILDER Mattamy

SITE NAME Wateridge Village at Rockliffe

PROPERTY TYPE – – – TH

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FROM $429’s

CONTACT mattamy.com

PG. –

Ottawa East

Mattamy

360 Condos By Mattamy

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Coming Soon

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Russell

Corvinelli Homes

Russell Trails

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corvinellihomes.ca

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Russell

Melanie Construction

Sunset Flats

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melanieconstruction.com

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Russell

Tartan Homes

Russell Trails

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tartanhomes.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau du Parc 534 boul. Des Grives

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Inquire

819-776-4663 brigil.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau Symmes 895-3 boul. Du Plateau

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Inquire

819-571-4663 brigil.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Domaine du Vieux–Port 1400 St-Joseph Blvd

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819-777-4663 brigil.com

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Gatineau

Brigil

Le Columbia 376 St. Joseph Blvd.

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613-454-1578 brigil.com

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Chelsea

Hendrick

Hendrick Farm

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hendrickfarm.ca

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