Hamilton Renters Guide - 10 May, 2013

May 11 - 25, 2013 Volume 21 Issue 10

Brantford-Hamilton-Niagara Edition

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

Bay 200 Apartments 200 Bay St. South I 905-529-9553 INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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285 Dundurn Street

DUNDURN COURT

Close to convenience store, local bus routes and Hwy access. Free outdoor parking

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75 Mericourt

WHITNEY COURT

Close to McMaster University, local shopping and all major bus routes.

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126 Charlton Avenue West

CANADIANA

Close to Jackson Sq. Local bus service and shopping

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GRAND APTS.

85 Barlake Ave

WEDGEWOOD

2641 King Street East

CENTENNIAL COURT

Quick highway access.

Close to amenities

GLEN VALLEY

Located just minutes away from the Lime ridge Mall and Eastgate Square. Backs onto a group of beautiful parks including King's Forest Park, Mohawk's Sports Park and Upper King's Forest Park

7 Catherine Street North

NORWICH

Minutes from McMaster University and the McMaster University Medical Center.

Quick and easy access to the 403 and QEW for commuters or travellers

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872 Upper Gage Ave

GAGE MANOR

Excellent location, close to transit, local stores, banks and easy access to Linc.

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123 Charlton Avenue East

OAKLAND 1

Close to the Hamilton Go Station, local shops and Jackson Sq.

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70 Jerome Crescent

BEL GAL

Great location, close to shopping, Hwy access and Bus routes.

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1928 Main Street W.

WEST MOUNT

Close to McMaster University, local bus service and shopping.

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644 Main Street West

BEVERLY HILLS

Beautiful building with Easy Hwy access, Close to Westdale village and local shopping.

420 Greenhill Avenue

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CHEDOKE

1,2 & 3 bedrooms available

MOUNTAIN PARK 1 & 2 bedroom available 8 East 36th Street

760 Mohawk Road West

Close to schools, transit, parks, hospital.

Close to walking trails, shopping and local bus service.

1.877.469.4891

UPPER JAMES

1 & 2 bedrooms available 631-633 Upper James Street

Close to Local shopping, Malls and all public transport.

1.877.469.5244 Visit us online at

1.877.469.5237

WESTMOUNT

2 & 3 bedrooms available 1928 Main Street West

Close to 403, bus routes and local shopping

1.877.469.4882

www.effortrentals.ca

1.888.648.4751 ext. 4111

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KENSINGTON

Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedrooms 115 Main Street East

FONTAINEBLEAU 1, 2 & 3 bedroom available 121 Hunter Street

Down town core location, walking distance to the Go Station, Jackson Sq. and all local bus services.

Walking distance to Jackson Sq. and city hall

1.877.469.5231

877.469.5005

WESTPARK

OAKLAND 1

1 & 2 bedroom available 1760 Main Street West

Close to McMaster University, major shopping and local bus routes.

1.866.454.1849

Visit us online at

1 bedroom apts. available 123 Charlton Av. E.

Nr. John St. Bus Routes and walking distance to Jackson Sq.

877.469.4964

www.effortrentals.ca

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apartments townhouses Spacious & Sparkling Clean Units, Near Bus Routes & Amenities and the Red Hill Parkway

Kings Forest Manor

288 Mount Albion Rd. | 905-578-5488 - Building Super Offers many features for your active lifestyle. Includes swimming pool, and is only steps away from the Niagara Escarpment. Well maintained with up to date amenities including underground parking for some units.

One and Two Bedroom Apartments

Kently Towers

Hamilton's

543 Queenston Rd. | 905-561-1239 - Building Super Worry-Free living is what you can enjoy in this extremely secure building. Ideal for seniors, close to many conveniences including Eastgate Mall, and bus routes.

One and Two Bedroom Apartments

Kingswood Place

6 Kingswood Place | 905-387-0848 - Building Super Your family will enjoy the spacious layout, complete with clean appliances. Steps away from grocery store, bus routes, schools and Glendale Golf Course. Very convenient!

Two and Three Bedroom Townhomes

www.desantis.com email: info@desantis.com

Head Office: 905-777-0252

Providing Hamilton and area with quality dwellings for over 30 years. Call us today, we’ll make you feel at home!

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The Villa Marie Community - 43 & 57 Forest Ave., 50 Young St., 151 Hughson St. – 905 528 5253

Main & Bay

Blink Bonnie Apartments - 136 Bay St. South – 905 528 4675

Main & Bay

Bay 200-200 Bay St. South – 905 529 9553

Main & Bay

Haldimand Apartments - 140 Robinson St. – 905 529 9553

Main & Bay

Robinson Place - 33 Robinson St. – 905 525 8373

Bay & Charlton

The Concord - 187 Park Ave. – 905 525 3371

Main & Queen

Savaria & Pannonia Towers - 145 & 165 Queen St. South – 905 570 8691

Bay & King

The Marketeer & Villager - 150 & 160 Market St. – 905 529 9401

Main & John

Landmark Place - 100 Main St. East – 905 528 1414

John & Burlington

Harbour & Marina Towers - 35 Brock St. & 600 John St. North – 905 526 1994

Main & Nash

The Eldorado - 494 Queenston Rd. – 905 573 6361

BRANTFORD

West & Fairview

Westgate Towers - 661 West St. – 519 751 3867

Fairview & North Park

Dornia Manor - 321 Fairview Dr. – 519 752 3596

Fairview & North Park

North Park Towers - 325 North Park Rd. – 519 752 3596

Plains & King

Surrey Lane Apartments - 685,695,705 Surrey Ln. – 905 639 0456

Lakeshore & Brant

The Caledon - 1363 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 637 8431

Lakeshore & Brant

The Sandpiper - 1431 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 632 1427

Queen Mary & Rebecca

Park Terrace I, II, III - 199, 187, 189 Queen Mary Dr. – 905 842 5300

Navy & Randall

Centennial Towers - 155 Navy St. – 905 842 3859

Speers & Kerr

The Premier Court - 41 Speers Rd. – 905 338 3342

Lakeshore & Dixie

Lakewood Apartments - 1257 Lakeshore Rd. – 905 271 5370

Dixie & Bloor

Pacific Way I – 3480 Havenwood Dr. – 905 629 7941

Dixie & Bloor

Pacific Way II – 1485 Williamsport Dr. – 905 629 7941

Lakeshore & Parklawn

Landmark Apt. -2493 Lakeshore Blvd. – 416 255 4559

Lakeshore & Parklawn

Promenade -2301 Lakeshore Blvd. – 416 253 2246

ETOBICOKE

MISSISSAUGA

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HAMILTON

John & Charlton

BURLINGTON

BUILDING DIRECTORY

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

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A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

HOMESTEAD.CA Bay 200 Apartments 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms • Modern & spacious suites • Penthouses with sunken living room • Indoor pool, sauna, squash court, gym • Outdoor deck with BBQ

Bay St.

Queen St.

HAMILTON

Hunter St.

Robinson St.

• Close to GO station • Laundry facilities • Controlled access

200 Bay Street South Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017 The Villager 1 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms

Market St Bay St

Queen St

HAMILTON

Main St E

• Newly renovated • Walking distance to public transit, Copps Coliseum, Hess Village and more • Laundry facilities

• Controlled access • Exercise room • On-site staff

160 Market Street Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017 Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

Be on the lookout for our new signs!

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A Trusted Place To Call Home Since 1954

HOMESTEAD.CA The Villa Marie Community

Young

Bachelor 1 Bedrooms

John St

HAMILTON 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms

• Spacious suites • Location by HSR and GO Station • Laundry facilities • Controlled access

Forest

• Offers clean, quiet living in fully renovated, suites at an excellent price • Visit our friendly, on-site staff at the office located at 57 Forest Ave.

43 & 57 Forest Ave., 50 Young St. & 151 Hughson St S Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017

Savaria & Pannonia Towers Bachelor 1 Bedrooms

Queen St.

HAMILTON 2 Bedrooms

• Spacious suites • Controlled entry • Laundry facilities

Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10-4

905-523-7017 Payment Plans Available!

Visit our new website to view our virtual tours and apply online!

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Robinson St.

• Includes heat & hot water

145 & 165 Queen Street South

Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Bay St.

Hunter St.

Be on the lookout for our new signs!

Have you seen Downtown’s Best Rental Value?

1 BDRM from $720 • 2 BDRMS from $820 • 3 BDRMS from $995 Includes heat, hydro & water

• Start the week off right with FREE breakfast in the lobby for kids, every Monday during the school year • Walk to schools, public library and Jackson Square Mall • Renovated lobby • Across from McLaren Park with playground, splashpad and basketball court • Bus stop at the corner GYM COMING • Overnight security patrol SOON! • On-site laundry room B ar t on S tree t We

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Camelot

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WEST HAMILTON Live in Hamilton and work in the GTA • Walk to school and the Hospital • Bus stop at your door • Mature treed setting • Large bedrooms, suitable for roommates • Outdoor pool • GO bus stop at our front door • Easy access to Highway 403

Main St. W. Exit

Longwood

Camelot Towers

McMaster University Hospital

McMaster Innovation Park + Research Centre

Main St. W. 403 Entry from Main

Hwy 403 403 West Ramp

Aberdeen

403 East Ramp

* applicable to all new approved application

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905-522-5246 or 905-528-6922 avcanmanagement.com Proudly Managing for Over 40 Years

Hamilton 01537

townhomes 515 Queen Victoria Drive

• Easy access to the Linc.

Call

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pROpERty ManaGEMEnt sIncE 1981

downtown

www. gumieroholdings.com

GUMIERO hOldInGs

2, 3 & 4 BEdROOM $ townhomes from 970

140 Wellington Street South

info@gumieroholdings.com

905.561.8000 May 11 - 25, 2013

Jr. 1, 1 & 2 BEdROOM

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• Clean & secure building • Wheelchair accessible Call

905-529-2616

Eastgate square 70 Glenburn Court spacious 1, 2 & $ from 699 3 bedrooms • Close to all amenities • Wheelchair accessible Call

905-561-6352 caledonia 130 Argyle Street North

1 & 2 BEdROOM

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• Easy access to the Linc.

• Wheelchair accessible Call

905-765-0895 grimsby 1 & 3 Slessor Blvd.

bachelor 1, 2 & $ from 603 3 BEdROOM • Clean & secure • Wheelchair accessible Call Please say you saw it in Renters Guide!

905-309-8738 1

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May 11 - 25, 2013

Hamilton

Incredible Value

The Newly Renovated

IDEAL DOWNTOWN LOCATION

Walk to GO Station, Hospitals, Shopping, Restaurants.

Renaissance TOWERS

On the Bus Route!

1 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Starting from 2 BEDROOMS AVAILABLE Starting from Main floor space for lease $300/Mth ideal for accountant

01505

• Individually Controlled Heat • Freshly Painted • Secured Entry • Newly Carpeted • Large Balconies • New Appliances *Ceramic tile in kitchen, entry, dining room & washroom

710 $ 820 $

All utilities included

100 Ferguson Ave. S., Hamilton Ferguson @ Hunter Call

905.527.2626 Open 7 Days a Week & Evenings.

suenicholson@live.ca

For rental Inquiries please email: Hamilton

• prime downtown location

• free parking

• suitable for professionals

• laundry facilities on-site

• walking distance to GO station, buses or shopping • clean building • quiet tree-lined neighbourhood

• controlled access

• included heat, hot water, hydro extra • blinds included • storage lockers

One Bedroom From

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Rental office located at

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James St.

May 11 - 25, 2013

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McNab St.

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905-527-8893

Main St. W. Bay St.

Call

Caroline St.

Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 10 am - 3 pm Wed 10 am - 7 pm • Thurs 10 am - 5pm

King St. W.

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47 Bold Street, Unit 1

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hamilton Effort Trust - Various Central and West Hamilton Locations

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Kingswood Place-6 Kingswood Drive

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Kings Forest Manor-288 Mount Albion Rd.

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Kently Towers-543 Queenston Rd.

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Homestead Land Holdings Limited - Various Locations

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Homestead Land Holdings Limited - 200 Bay St., 160 Market St.

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Homestead Land Holdings Limited - Various Locations

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Greenwin - 181 John St.

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Camelot Towers

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Timbercreek - Glen Road

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Medallion Corp - 235 Rebecca Street

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40 Grandville

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70 Glenburn Court

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Please refer to the specific ad and call the advertiser for more details.

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By Jane Herman

Choosing the right neighbourhood or location is as important as the apartment you live in. Your community or neighbourhood impacts significantly on your lifestyle by virtue of its proximity to work, TheRentersGuide.ca school, transportation, shopping and recreation, along with family and friends.

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Living in a dynamic urban setting that’s dominated by business, within walking distance of transit, community centre, great restaurants, shops and entertainment offers the opportunity for a different lifestyle than a quiet suburban setting where you might have more need for a car to get around, and find a high concentration of families and retirees. Before you begin to search for an apartment, it’s a good idea to establish what kind of neighbourhood you would best enjoy living in and what kind of lifestyle TheRentersGuide.ca best suits your needs.

Start with a good map of the general area – either printed or virtual– and

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make a list of potential neighbourhoods in which you could consider searching.

You may want to be near the nightlife.

You may want to be near the financial centre. You may want to choose an area based on specific places of worship or cultural offerings. If you have friends, relatives or co-workers who live in a particular area ask them what they like about the area they are living in; this will help you decide if it’s right for you.

If you are moving to begin a new job, your employer may be able to collect information on your behalf. Prime locations, especially those near public transit or major highways often cost more but offer many advantages, such as reduced commuting time.

Use the Internet to research potential neighbourhoods. Many real estate professionals have online neighbourhood directories that will give you some background about the special character and features of a neighbourhood you might want to consider. Prepare a list of locations that best match your personal needs and then add secondary locations that you would also consider. When evaluating a prospective neighbourhood the most important factors to consider are: • Safety. How safe is the neighbourhood?

• Access to public transportation and major highways • Distance to work or school and travel time either by car or public transportation • If you have children, where would they attend school? Take some time to carefully research the schools in the neighbourhood. What parks areas are nearby?

• If you require day care, what facilities are available?

•TheRentersGuide.ca How is the traffic in the area?

• How are the grocery shopping and other necessary services such as banks,

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post office, dry cleaners, pharmacy, cinema and restaurants?

• What kind of recreation facilities are available in the neighbourhood?

Where is the nearest branch of the public library and community centre, if these are important to you?

• How do the noise levels vary at different times of the day and would this be a factor?

rental climate in any given area.

Depending on the site you may be able to search by province, region or major cities. Some specialized rental sites may include photographs, descriptions, links to floor plans and even virtual tours.

Narrowing your search down to two or three neighbourhoods at the beginning will help simplify the process.

• If you are a walker or if you have a dog, is the neighbourhood accessible to scenic walking trails, off-leash areas or greenspace?

• If you have health issues and need to be close to a medical clinic or hospital, is the facility close by?

• What is the general ambience of the area? Is the apartment in a primarily residential or commercial district?

• If you need to be close to an older parent or relative, this may also impact on your decision.

If you are looking to relocate to another city or province due to work or school, the Internet (Ed’s note: therentersguide. ca is a great source) offers many sites that provide listings of apartments as well as information about the general

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401 Main Street -East 1 bdrm apts $735/mo & 2 Bdrm apts $850/mo Hydro extra. Underground prkg included. Security cameras. Keyless entry. Close to all amenities,shopping & Bus Routes Call Kevin at (905)317-9885 Owned & operated by Rainco Inc

Melvin Ave Near -expressway. Spacious, bright, painted & upgraded 1 bed apt. $650 +Hydro.

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Spring cleaning

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By Jane Herman

W

hy does the return of longer days and warmer temperatures trigger an urge to purge our homes of clutter and engage in cleaning them from top to bottom? In climates with a cold winter, spring was traditionally seen as the best season for dusting because it was getting warm enough to open windows and doors and the high winds could carry the dust out of the house. In winter-weary Canada, the good weather means we can finally relegate our boots and heavy outerwear to the back TheRentersGuide.ca of the closet. And just as birds can be seen fashioning their nests in the spring, so does a similar instinct to freshen up and “feather” TheRentersGuide.ca our own nests suddenly manifest itself.

In tackling your own apartment, organize the task into de-cluttering and cleaning and spread it out over a period of several weeks. Before getting started, make sure you have all necessary cleaning supplies on hand (broom, vacuum, mop, bucket, cleaning cloths and enough cleaning products).

De-cluttering Thoroughly clean all boots, footwear and outerwear and clean out your coat closet. Go through your collection of hats, gloves, and scarves, washing and cleaning where necessary, discarding odd gloves and organizing all into storage baskets. Wash your boot tray or hallway mat and put away in a closet until next winter.

Remove everything from your pantry and straighten up all your dry ingredients, discarding stale boxes of cereal, cookies, crackers, etc. Take an inventory of what you need and replenish with fresh spices, oils and other staples. Check under the sink and refresh your supplyTheRentersGuide.ca of sponges, cleaning products and other supplies. Go through your dishes, cutlery and cookware, discarding odd, broken items or things you never use. Treat yourself to a trip to a kitchen supply store and

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purchase something that will make food preparation and serving easier, such as a good set of storage containers, some new glasses, or a special serving piece.

Spring is a good time to go through your books, CDs and DVDs. Is it time for a new media storage unit or bookshelf?

Apartment storage space is limited and you don’t want to become a pack rat.

Does your coffee table look like a war zone? Move everything off of it and re-evaluate what you want it to be, a focal point for the room or a catch-all for your books and papers.

Go through your upper and lower bathroom cupboards, discarding all expired cosmetics and other products.

Replace and replenish soaps, body wash, shampoo, sunscreen, paper products, etc.

Check the condition of your towels – if you can afford it, spring is a good time to invest in a set of new ones.

Take time to re-arrange your wardrobe, so that warm weather garments are more accessible. Wash or dry clean garments before storing them in zippered bags.

Go through your closets, drawers, shoe collection, cleaning, polishing, repairing and discarding where necessary. Donate apparel you no longer use. Some TheRentersGuide.ca apartment buildings have charity drop boxes right on the grounds; if yours doesn’t, take things you no longer need or use to a shelter or resale centre.

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cleaning Turn off your refrigerator and begin by cleaning the dust off the coils (these are usually at the bottom, under the grill).

Clean with a vacuum attachment or damp cloth. Remove everything from inside the refrigerator and wash the bins and shelves in hot soapy water, drying thoroughly. Defrost the freezer and wipe the interior with a solution of 2 tbs. baking soda per 1 litre hot water.

Clean all the surfaces of the kitchen, including the walls, backsplashes, tops and doors of cupboards and the oven.

Clean out your files, reviewing bank statements, paid bills, contracts, household inventories, warranties and other personal documents. Clean your computer keyboard with a cotton swab; wipe the screen with a special cloth and spray cleaning solution.

sponge, rub the glass with the water and vinegar solution to rub away the dirt. Wet a squeegee and wipe the glass thoroughly. Wipe the surfaces with lintfree cloths such as cloth diapers or other cloths that have not been laundered with fabric softener which will leave a residue.

Clean the frames with all-purpose cleaner or more vinegar and water.

Wipe down or vacuum all furniture and other surfaces, such as windowsills and baseboards. Clean window coverings and rugs. Check the batteries in your smoke detector and ensure they are fee of dust. Moving all the furniture to clean around and underneath where possible, dust and vacuum every room in the apartment, then wash and mop all floors. Open the windows and let the fresh air and sunshine in. Now, sit down and relax and enjoy the pleasure of your clean apartment!

Thoroughly clean or replace your mattress pad. Replace winter bedding with lighter, warm weather blankets.

Clean your pillows to rid them of mould, bacteria and odours.

If you’ve been using your balcony as a storeroom, now is the time to move those snow tires, bicycles and other large items out of sight. On a warm day when the sun is not shining directly, go out and clean your balcony sliding door. Mix up a solution of one part white vinegar and one part hot water. Using a large

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Burlington/Waterdown

From the very first day... you’re at home

BURlInGtOn tOWERS • Utilities and window coverings included • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Indoor heated pool, sauna & fitness centre • Outdoor sundeck & tennis courts • Recreational activities • Close to the GO station, QEW, 407, 403 Highways, Joseph Brant Hospital, Spencer Smith Park.

• Parking available • Playground

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Short Term Furnished Suites Also Available 1285 Ontario St. at Maple

905-639-8583

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Burlington/Waterdown

Prime Downtown location Burlington AA walk walk to to shops shops •• lake lake •• park park •• public public transportation transportation

478 Pearl St.

477 Elizabeth St. ■ Upgraded Windows

■ Modern Elevators ■ Garden Terrace (Pearl) ■ Indoor Parking Available ■ On-site Management

■ Upgraded Hallway Broadlooms ■ Outdoor Heated Pool ■ Newer Laundry Machines

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478 PEARL ST.

(905) 632-1643

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477 ELIZABETH ST.

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Burlington/Waterdown

Northshore Towers 1249 Northshore Blvd. East. Burlington

WESTDALE PROPERTIES A Limited Partnership Residential - Industrial - Commercial

Great Lake Views & Gorgeous Sunsets!

1 & 2 Br. Suites Available

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An immaculate, quiet residential property conveniently located in downtown Burlington across from Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital

and Spencer Smith Park. Right outside your front door is the new lake front trail made for walking, biking and blading!

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frporeport

Making apartment buildings healthier,

ONE STEP AT A TIME B y Te d Whi T ehead

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s Ontario’s leading advocate for quality rental housing, the Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) is continually looking for ways to improve the quality of life of apartment dwellers and staff in the province.

The organization created the Certified Rental Building Program (CRBP) to help apartment-seekers locate professionally operated and maintained buildings. Landlords and apartment managers whose buildings are enrolled and qualify agree to maintain stringent standards.

Tenants also have responsibilities in keeping their quality of life healthy and vibrant. The push for environmental friendliness and healthier living has a place in the today’s rental residences and can be achieved in many ways with the help of renters.

Obeying the Smoke-Free Ontario Act of 2005 is one example. Under this Act, smoking is not allowed in the common areas of apartment buildings such as elevators, hallways, stairwells, parking garages, laundry rooms, lobbies and amenity spaces. Smoking in individual apartments is not TheRentersGuide.ca regulated, but some renters today are choosing to smoke only outdoors on their balconies or outside the building.

“Respecting the rights of everyone,

TheRentersGuide.ca smokers and non smokers alike,

leads to a healthier, safer and more harmonious living environment for all,” says Mike Chopowick, director of Policy Matters, Federation of Rentalhousing Providers of Ontario.

Most people understand that outdoor air quality is affected by things such as smog and the exhaust from vehicles, but may not realize that indoor air can actually be a lot worse. This is because residents live in proximity to commonly used products that may be toxic and pollute the air that they breathe.

To avoid this scenario, tenants can do simple things such as switch to unscented cleaning products, and if they paint their walls, they can use low-VOC paints.

As time passes, we see new materials and techniques on the market that contribute to Greener, healthier, more sustainable living. Looking to the exterior, some buildings now have Green roofs with plant material that absorbs water and is easier on the city’s storm system.

Low-growing succulents are one example of plant life that helps. On some of these roofs, rainwater is collected to use for irrigating the landscaping. Plants and trees have a great impact on the environment in filtering toxins.

There may be spots around apartment buildings where well-placed trees

can even provide shade and reduce cooling costs in the summer months, and switching to non-toxic pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers for the building’s landscaping is to everyone’s benefit.

FRPO and the Greater Toronto Apartment Association (GTAA) have been assisting the Centre for Equality Rights in Accommodation (CERA) to develop voluntary guidelines and associated educational resources to promote healthier apartment buildings.

As these guidelines are developed, they will be added to the Certified Rental Building Program (CRBP) that provides apartment-seekers with a tool to help find professionally operated and maintained buildings.

Based in Toronto, the GTAA represents the interests of active and concerned firms participating in the multi-family rental housing industry.

Visit crbprogram.org and frpo.org

Ted Whitehead is director of Certification, Certified Rental Building Program (CRBP), TheRentersGuide.ca Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO).

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1 bedroom from $795 2 bedroom from $895

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16 Tremont Drive

utilities included

• Parking available • Laundry on-site • Storage on-site • Ceramic tile in bathroom • Parquet floors throughout • Outdoor pool - life guard on duty from 11:30am to 8pm (Open June 26th to Labour Day) • Patios with ground floor apartments • Upper floors with balconies

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Community Information: • Public transit • Schools nearby • Easy access to Hwy 406 • Close to Pen Center, entertainment, restaurants, grocery store and all other amenities you could ever wish for.

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WESTDALE PROPERTIES

01566

St. Catharines

A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Residential - Industrial - Commercial

Garden Terrace Apartments call: 905.682.5104 or 905.682.3214 anytime email: northshore@westdaleproperties.com address: 24 Ida Street, St. Catharines, Ontario (Between Queenston & Welland St.)

• Free Outdoor Parking • Easy Access to Shopping • Close to Schools • (no pets)

SERVICE RD. BERRYMAN

24

IDA STREET

SCHOOL

QUEENSTON

• 1 & 2 Bedrooms • Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities • 2 Appliances • Utilities Included

NIAGARA ST.

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Now Accepting Payments Interac Only

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Briarfield Townhomes call: 905.646.2469 email: northshore@westdaleproperties.com office: 116A-44 Berkley Dr. address: 33 & 44 Berkley Dr., St. Catharines, Ontario

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• Great Highway Access for Commuters • Close to Schools, Shopping & Buses • Situated Near Park • (no pets)

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• 2 & 3 Bedrooms • Carpeted • Full Basements • Some with Rec. Rooms • 2 Appliances

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Now Accepting Payments Interac Only

May 11 - 25, 2013

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plus hydro, includes heat and water

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905-521-0299

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• Free Outdoor Parking • Easy Access to Shopping • Close to Schools • (no pets)

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• 1 & 2 Bedrooms • Hardwood Floors • Laundry Facilities • 2 Appliances • Utilities Included

NIAGARA ST.

QEW to NIAGARA Cut off

Now Accepting Payments Interac Only

www.westdaleproperties.com

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• 2 & 3 Bedrooms • Carpeted • Full Basements • Some with Rec. Rooms • 2 Appliances

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Now Accepting Payments Interac Only 19G

235 Rebecca St.

Downtown Location Walking distance to Jackson Square Wilson St. Wellington St. N.

Cathcart St.

On bus route Underground parking Friendly staff Secure building Laundry on Smart Cards

Ferguson Ave. N.

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Rebecca St.

King William St.

$650 plus hydro 2 Bedroom from $850 plus hydro 3 Bedroom from $1000 plus hydro Bachelors from

905-541-7079 www.medallioncorp.com email: 195WellingtonSite@medallioncorp.com

195 Wellington St. S. Affordably Priced

Forest Ave.

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Charlton Ave. E.

Wellington St. S.

John St. South

Main St. E.

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James St. South

King St. E.

Victoria Ave. W.

• We offer a clean, well-maintained, secure home for you and your family • Enjoy the convenience of schools and shopping • Large finished suites • On-site management • Base of the mountain • Beside park • Family surroundings • Laundry on site • Video cameras at doors & door fobs for additional security

Wellington St.

Quality Family Living in Hamilton

St. Joseph's Hospital

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905-522-7599