This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Mario & Mimma VolpentestaSales Representatives

905.264.6363 / 905.851.7373avantiteam.comFor more details on this cover home refer to Page 9

ISSUE 03 • 2015

INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM PG.10 • CREATE THE IDEAL BEDROOM PG.14

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.caWoodbridge & Kleinburg

4.57 Acres Of Luxury, Forest And Privacy!5,000+ Square Feet With Very Large Gourmet Kitchen With Heated Floors And Family Size Island. Amazing Forest Views. Cathedral Ceilings In Oversized Family Room. Beautiful Finished Basement With Nanny/In-Law Suite And Wine Cellar. Stunning And Private Backyard With Inground Pool. Heated Workshop. 3-Car Garage.

1.5 Acres Backing Onto Golf Course!Fully Renovated 4,500 Square Foot 4 Bedroom Home. Gorgeous New Kitchen, Hardwood Flooring, Smooth Ceilings, New Windows And Much More. Finished Lower Level. Must Be Seen!! Stunning Golf Views.

$1,193,000

4.57 Acres Of Luxury, Forest And Privacy!5,000+ Square Feet With Very Large Gourmet Kitchen With Heated Floors And Family Size Island. Amazing Forest Views. Cathedral Ceilings In Oversized Family Room. Beautiful Finished Basement With Nanny/In-Law Suite And Wine Cellar. Stunning And Private Backyard With Inground Pool. Heated Workshop. 3-Car Garage.

$1,699,000

1,700 SF 3 Bedroom Condo!Located In The Heart Of Richmond Hill, This Gorgeous Unit Features 9’ Ceilings, Large Foyer, Open Concept Living/Dining Room, Contemporary Kitchen With Imported Stone Counters. 3 Walk-Outs To Private 825 SF Terrace + 140 SF Balcony. Great Amenities.

$875,000

3.5 Acres Of Private Estate Country Living!Completely renovated with walk-out basement. 2 beautiful eat-in kitchens with granite counters and all new appliances. New rich dark hardwood throughout the main floor, lovely vaulted ceilings in the great room with panoramic views of the professionally landscaped private grounds with spring fed pond and new dock.

$899,888

Distinctive Bungalow - Premium Lot!Entertainer’s Dream Backyard With 18’ x 8’ Spa Hot Tub, Gazebo, Surround Sound & Heaters. Nuvo Sound System Throughout. Open Concept Layout With High Ceilings & Lots Of Natural Light. Fully Finished Basement With Extra Kitchen & Large Rec Area With Bar.

$1,349,000

Executive Brand New End Unit Townhome!“UrbanTowns” At Bayview Presents A Stunning 4 Bedroom Home In A Sought After Modern Complex. Approximately 2,200 Square Feet. Thousands Spent On Upgrades. Fully Finished Walk-Out Basement With 9’ Ceilings. Premium Backyard Overlooking Greenspace. 10’ Ceilings On The Main Floor And 9’ Ceilings On Upper. Large Windows. Smooth Ceilings Throughout The Home. European Inspired Custom Kitchen.

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Absolutely Stunning Custom Mansion!This Gorgeous Residence Sits On 1.7 Acres And Boasts Over 7,000 Square Feet Of Luxurious Living Space. Award Winning Landscaping And Resort Style Backyard With Inground Pool, Coach House And Custom Outdoor Kitchen. Oversized 4-Car Garage. Five Large Bedrooms, All With Private Ensuites. Fully Finished Lower Level. Gourmet Kitchen With Top Of The Line Appliances.

$2,975,000

$1,699,000

Gorgeous 4 Bedroom Family Home!Great Layout With Bright And Spacious Rooms. Formal Dining Room With Coffered Ceilings. Main Floor Office. Gorgeous Gourmet Kitchen. Inviting Private Backyard With Outdoor Speakers And Mature Trees. Relaxing Bedrooms With Ensuites. Don’t Miss Out!

$1,198,000

Rare & Desirable 75’ x 150’ Lot!Situated In A High Demand Area This Lot Currently Has A Sidesplit That Can Be Lived In Or Torn Down To Build The House Of Your Dreams! Amidst Million Dollar Homes & Mature Trees. Great Location Close To Yonge St. An Opportunity Not To Be Missed!

$1,550,000

One Of A Kind Bungaloft!Gorgeous Custom Home On A Treed ¾ Of An Acre On A Family Friendly Court. Beautiful Kitchen With Large Island & W/O To Solarium. 3 Skylights. Vaulted Ceilings In Family Room. Huge Master With 6Pc Ensute. Partially Finished Basement. Gorgeous Deep Lot!

$1,398,000

Stunning Executive Home!Premium Ravine Lot! Luxuriously Finished And Upgraded Top To Bottom. Maple Staircase With Wrought Iron Pickets. French Doors To Library/Den. Gorgeous Kitchen With Large Breakfast Area And Walk-Out To Deck. Full Finished Lower Level.

$889,000 INQUIRE

Stunning 2 Bedroom + Den Penthouse!Corner Unit With Breathtaking SouthWest Views. Fantastic Yonge & Eglinton Location. 33’ Long Balcony. Luxuriously Finished Unit With 10’ Ceilings, Custom Built-Ins, Hardwood Flooring, 2 Lockers And 1 Parking.

$1,149,999

Custom Home On A Double Lot!Welcome To The Prestigious King Oaks Pocket Of King City. Custom Masterpiece Built With Superb Quality & Interior Finishings. Sitting On A Double Ravine Lot Offers You Privacy And Solitude. 11’ Ceilings On Main. Oversized Master With 7Pc Ensuite. Walk-Out Basement.

$2,468,000

Extravagance Is In The Detail!Over 9,000 SF Of Custom Living Space Waits You In This Gorgeous Residence. Designed And Distinctively Crafted With Sophistication In Mind. Gourmet Kitchen With Extra Large Island, Formal Dining Room, Elevator, Stunning Master And Anything Else Your Heart Desires.

$3,198,000

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JUST LISTED IN SHARON!! Approx. ½ acre! Beautiful, spacious home w/reno’s - kit w/granite & s/s appls, reno’d master ensuite & reno’d 2nd upper 4-pc baths. Main flr office, open concept living/dining rooms, large family room off kitchen w/fireplace plus 3-car garage & inground pool! Hurry for this one!

JUST LISTED IN EAST GWILLIMBURY!!Exciting opportunity to enjoy country living only minutes to Newmarket! Beautiful 10 acre property w/new 4-stall barn + 2 paddocks (’13), gorgeous fully reno’d bungalow w/3 bdrms + office! Stunning reno’d kitchen & 2 reno’d baths! Perfect for the equestrian enthusiast! Call today!

PRESTIGE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY!! Prime corner location on Yonge Street!! Approximately 2.75 acres of level land, great for investment or development! Has 2 road frontages! Call for more information today!

JUST LISTED IN SHARON!!Fabulous executive 5-bedroom home, approx. 3200 sq ft on a beautiful approx. ½ acre lot! Spacious 3-car garage, mud room, large main flr office, formal living & dining rms, main flr family rm w/FP & w/o to private deck! Grand 2-storey entry w/curved stairs & kit. w/granite! Hurry!

$879,900

$950,000

$949,900

ABSOLUTELY CHARMING DETACHED 3+1 BR BUNGALOFT W/ LARGE DOUBLE CAR GARAGE!! The huge lot is 90 ft x 167 ft, wonderfully landscaped with mature trees, fully fenced! 2 modern baths + fin bsmnt too! Convenient location mins to amenities! Walk to rec centre, schools & parks!

$489,900

LISTED

$889,900

SOLD!

FABULOUSNEW CONDO INSCHOMBERG!!Approx. 15 minutes fromNewmarket just under 800 sq ft with balcony overlooking forest and river! Luxury finishes include granite and stainless steel appliances, fabulous recreation centre with pool!!

$275,900

JUST LISTED IN STONEHAVEN!!Wonderful 5-bedrm, 5-bath executive home w/fin bsmnt w/office, huge rec rm w/glass block bar & bedrm w/3-pc bath! $$$ spent in renos! Gorgeous reno’d baths, hrdwd on both levels, modern kit w/maple cabinetry, granite counters & w/o to patio & pool-size garden!

LISTED

$879,900

SOLD!

CALLING ALL INVESTORS! Approx. 2.5 Acres in the Village of Baldwin. Just 20 - 25 min. to Newmarket via the new Hwy 404! Approx. 10 min. to Lake Simcoe & Sibbald Pt. Park, steps to Lyndhurst Golf Course and snowmobile trails too! Partly treed & cleared lot! Super opportunity!!

$79,900

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Daryl King*

Royal LePage Your Community Realty, Brokerage

Anita Kotsovos**

RE/MAX Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage

Cecilia DeFreitas*

RE/MAX Premier Inc., Brokerage

Manuela Palermo**

Royal LePage Your Community Realty, Brokerage

Mary Zhang** & André Tarjan*

Royal LePage Golden Ridge Realty, Brokerage

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RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage

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Sutton Group Security Real Estate Inc., Brokerage

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WHY CANADIAN FOODIS BECOMING A

PRIORITYPURCHASE

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15536 The Gore Road

Luxury country living on exclusive and private 44 acres in East Caledon. Over 7,000 square feet, custom-built raised bungalow with walk-out basement.

Offered at $2,790,000 www.15536TheGoreRd.com

1359 Rathburn Avenue

Highly desired Capri building featuring a stunning 1 bedroom apartment facing south with spectacular view of the City of Mississauga.

Call for your private viewing. Offered at $243,000

281 Woodbridge Avenue

Spectacular 2 bedroom, 1,240 square foot penthouse in the heart of Woodbridge, with unobstructed views. Many luxury upgrades and 10’ ceilings.

Call for your private viewing. Offered at $649,900

food recipe

WhyC NADIANFOOD is becoming a

PRIORITY PURCHASEt's no secret that our food purchases have a direct impact on our health, but did you know that your choices may also have a far-reaching effect?

Many consumers pay attention to the origins of their food, preferring to choose home-grown products. This type of conscious purchasing has a direct and positive impact on Canadian farmers, beekeepers, and other food-related industries.

Take honey, for example. Recently, many brands have started to blend a foreign supply with a minimum percent-age of Canadian honey. As a result, less honey is required domestically and increasingly, more of it is imported into Canada. That's bad news for local beekeepers who depend on the demand for their product, as well as for the farmers that rely on bees for crop pollination.

But not all Canadian packers are giving in to the blended trend. Guy Chartier, CEO of Bee Maid Honey, notes that this producer-owned co-op has been a part of the Canadian food landscape for over 60 years. m

IOur beekeeper owners take great pride in their

ownership, and take extreme care to provide

the best quality honey,” explains Guy Chartier.

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MANUELA PALERMO B.Comm

REAL ESTATE BROKER

www.ManuelaPalermo.commpalermo@royallepage.ca

Direct: 416-802-1066Business: 905-832-6656MASTER

SALESAWARD

LUXURY 1500 SQ FT CONDO, 2+1 BED, 2 BATH

Elegant, boutique hotel-style condo in King City! 1500 sq ft with a southwest exposure, warm décor. Open concept floor plan provides ample living space. 2 beds + den, 2 baths, upgraded kitchen cabinets.

LIVE IN LUXURY IN KING CITY

Elegant condo surrounded by conservation lands. This is a gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit finished in designer décor with gleaming hardwood floors throughout.

GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

Walk to subway, TTC at your door. 2-bed, 2-bath condo, ensuite laundry, 1 parking, locker, exercise rm. Rooftop terrace w/bbq. Well maintained building. | $239,900

GREAT INVESTMENT IN TORONTO

Stunning 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom condo located in Toronto. Beautiful 24" x 24" porcelain tiles, granite countertops. Spacious bedrooms. | $269,900

ELEGANCE LIVES HERE IN VAUGHAN CONDO

Beautiful rare 1-bed 2-bath suite in luxurious Bellaria condos! Bright open concept layout w/dark flrs. Kit. with breakfast bar, granite. 2 parking spots, 1 locker.

SOLD

STUNNING DETACHED HOME IN VAUGHAN

Luxury Arista-built 4-bedroom home located in the Exclusive Vaughan Valley Estates. Approximately 3,000 square feet. Great curb appeal and shows true pride of ownership.

COMING SOON!Semi Detached Home in Prime Location at Weston and Major Mackenzie.

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INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup minced Onion

• 1 Clove Garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp Oil

• 1 can (8 oz.) Tomato Sauce

• 1/2 cup BeeMaid Honey

• 2 tbsp Vinegar

• 2 tbsp minced Parsley

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

• Pinch Cayenne Pepper

DIRECTIONS

Sauté onion and garlic in oil until softened. Add remaining ingredients and bring mixture to boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.

More tasty recipes are available at www.beemaid.com. THN

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Honey BARBEQUESAUCE

B e e M a i d

“We source it all from our owners, and this structure ensures that our honey is of consistent quality year after year, bottle after bottle.”

Canadian honey standards are among the highest in the world, and the country's beekeepers work hard to meet and exceed those standards, Chartier points out. “So not only do companies like Bee Maid Honey support the success of our beekeepers and farmers, but you know that what you're eating meets strict health and safety standards.”

Be sure to read the labels on products the next time you're in a grocery store. It may be the best way for you to support local beekeepers and agriculture - and as barbecue season arrives, do try this delicious recipe featuring Canadian honey:

OUTSTANDING VALUE!!!

Rarely offered 3 year old upgraded home thru-out. Over 3400 sq ft on a large lot, quiet crescent, 4 bedrooms

plus one, hardwood floors thru-out. To view more interior pictures & virtual tour or for a private viewing visit

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home safety

An Ontario firefighter who fought for new legislation

says he hopes that other provinces are taking note. By April 15 this year, any Ontario home that has

a potential source of deadly gas, must comply by installing working carbon monoxide (CO)

alarms outside all sleeping areas. Only the Yukon has done the same to date.

John Gignac, who co-founded the Hawkins-Gignac Foundation for CO Education in 2009 to honour the memory of his niece, her husband and their two chil-dren who perished when carbon monoxide from their gas fireplace seeped back into their home because of a blocked chimney vent, says he is optimistic a ripple effect will take place. m

It's time for Ontarians to

I N S T A L L A

CARBONMONOXIDEAlarm

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home safety

An Ontario firefighter who fought for new legislation

says he hopes that other provinces are taking note. By April 15 this year, any Ontario home that has

a potential source of deadly gas, must comply by installing working carbon monoxide (CO)

alarms outside all sleeping areas. Only the Yukon has done the same to date.

John Gignac, who co-founded the Hawkins-Gignac Foundation for CO Education in 2009 to honour the memory of his niece, her husband and their two chil-dren who perished when carbon monoxide from their gas fireplace seeped back into their home because of a blocked chimney vent, says he is optimistic a ripple effect will take place. m

It's time for Ontarians to

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CARBONMONOXIDEAlarm

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Chome safety

“Now that both the Yukon and Ontario governments

have passed laws making CO alarms mandatory in

homes with fuel-burning appliances, wood and gas

fireplaces, as well as attached garages and carports

I am going to do my best to make sure others follow

suit,” says Gignac.

Laws or no laws, he points out that the need for education and awareness about the sources of this lethal gas never stops. Everyone should recognize the symptoms and the importance of installing carbon monoxide alarms to warn of its presence.

Carbon monoxide is called the silent killer because humans cannot smell, taste or see it. It can come from everyday heating systems, fireplaces and appliances that burn gas, oil or other fossil fuels. If devices are not working properly, or venting is cracked or blocked, CO can seep back into a home with devastating results.

“My niece and her family did not have a CO alarm and it cost them their lives,” Gignac continues. “So my message to others is: Get your systems checked each year by a licensed technician; make yourself aware of the sources and symptoms of CO poisoning; and install approved CO alarms outside all your bedrooms.”

More information about this topic is available at www.endthesilence.ca. THN

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It is an important step forward in preventing carbon monoxide deaths and injuries.”

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HULLMARK CENTRE OFFICEFOR SALE & FOR LEASE

Sheppard & Yonge. Famous Hullmark Centre building, Class A office. 800 - 2,000 square feet, direct access to subway and TTC, close to Highway 401 and all amenities. Please call for more details. Closing on December.

KENNEDY & 16TH AVENUE • $1,190,000Brand new detached luxury home in high-demand area featuring approximately 3,225 square feet, with top brand appliances and high-quality materials. Close to highway 404 & 407.

SOLD OVER ASKING PRICE

2104-131 BEECROFT ROAD • $550,500Sheppard & Yonge Subway. 1,540 square feet. Upgraded luxury kitchen and bathrooms. Sunken living room with fire-place. North East exposure. upscale Manhattan Place. Steps to everything. Available immediately!

LAWRENCE & AVENUE • $2,880,000Custom-built luxury home featuring approximately 3,800 square feet, with modern design, top brand appliances, and high-quality materials. Currently under construction, will be completed by FEB 2015.

RICHMOND HILL • $918,000Bayview & N Major Mac. Beautiful, detached home in a high-demand location. With 9’ ceilings on the main floor and 2 ensuite bedrooms. Bright and spacious. Access to garage. South-facing with many upgrades. Walk to buses and shopping mall.

$2,280,000Bayview, Sheppard & McKee. New custom built, high quality home. Open concept, contemporary design. 4 fireplaces, 4 sky-lights, 3 decks, double oak circular staircase, halogen lights, wainscoting, heated floor in basement & master. Detailed cabinetry, high ceilings, 12’ centre-island. Security camera/wired.

2308-65 SPRING GARDEN AVE • $645,000Sheppard & Yonge Subway. 1,671 square feet, 2+1 bedrooms, living room, dining room, balcony, fireplace, eat-in kitchen. West exposure! Including 2 parking spots. Available immediately!

19TH/9TH LINE • $718,000Great location! Brand new house, 4 bedrooms, 4 washrooms, double attached garage. Conveniently located near schools and parks.

NORTH YORK • $2,580,000Bayview & Finch. Brand new custom-built home in Willowdale area. 48’ x 161’ lot with over 4,000 square feet, 5+1 bedrooms, 6 washrooms, and 2-car garage. Famous school zone, close to TTC, subway and high-end shopping mall.

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Change your PillowIf your pillow is older than three years and has not been washed, it weighs more now than when you bought it. It's loaded with dust mites that are next to your face while you sleep. Choose hypoallergenic pillows over down pillows, and use a zippered pillow protector that you wash weekly for a double barrier. Wash your pillow at least twice a year and replace pillows every three years.

Always use a Nylon Shower Curtain LinerAllergy sufferers are told to shower often to remove pollen and pet dander from their bodies. However, the phthalate chemicals in vinyl shower curtains off-gas with humidity and heat, and also attract mold and mildew. This off-gassing can easily spread from the bathroom into the bedroom. Replace your vinyl liner with a nylon shower curtain liner.

MattressCover your mattress with a hypoallergenic cover and wash it every two months. Make sure your mattress is non-toxic without formaldehyde-based fire retardants.

Choose non-VOC PaintsTry to always use non-VOC paints which won't off-gas, or leave an obnoxious paint odour to stir up allergies. It looks just as good on the wall as regular paint. m

How tocreate the

for a GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP

IDEALBEDROOM

othing is more important to our active, fun-filled lives than getting healthy, restorative sleep. Here are some tips for creating a bedroom to give you just that, from interior designer Robin Wilson of Robin Wilson Home. She is well known for her eco-friendly aesthetic with an eco-healthy focus.N

home décor

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Change your PillowIf your pillow is older than three years and has not been washed, it weighs more now than when you bought it. It's loaded with dust mites that are next to your face while you sleep. Choose hypoallergenic pillows over down pillows, and use a zippered pillow protector that you wash weekly for a double barrier. Wash your pillow at least twice a year and replace pillows every three years.

Always use a Nylon Shower Curtain LinerAllergy sufferers are told to shower often to remove pollen and pet dander from their bodies. However, the phthalate chemicals in vinyl shower curtains off-gas with humidity and heat, and also attract mold and mildew. This off-gassing can easily spread from the bathroom into the bedroom. Replace your vinyl liner with a nylon shower curtain liner.

MattressCover your mattress with a hypoallergenic cover and wash it every two months. Make sure your mattress is non-toxic without formaldehyde-based fire retardants.

Choose non-VOC PaintsTry to always use non-VOC paints which won't off-gas, or leave an obnoxious paint odour to stir up allergies. It looks just as good on the wall as regular paint. m

How tocreate the

for a GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP

IDEALBEDROOM

othing is more important to our active, fun-filled lives than getting healthy, restorative sleep. Here are some tips for creating a bedroom to give you just that, from interior designer Robin Wilson of Robin Wilson Home. She is well known for her eco-friendly aesthetic with an eco-healthy focus.N

home décor

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At the WindowLight pollution is an issue that people often ignore when trying to get a good night's sleep. A well-fitted set of blinds, shades or shutters is a great choice, and it can be a healthier one, too, as draperies can be dust-catchers. For example, Hunter Douglas Silhouette A Deux shadings combine the sheer, light-diffusing beauty of Silhouette shadings with a room-darkening roller shade for increased light control and privacy when desired.

Wash or FreezeStuffed Toys Stuffed animals and dolls are breeding grounds for dust mites. Wash them or put them in the freezer for 24 hours to remove them.

Keep Pets Cleanand Off BedsCat and dog allergies are very common, so keep pets bathed regularly to reduce the dander and don't allow them on your bed.

FlooringRemember that tile and hardwood floors can be a healthier choice than carpeting, as floor spaces are the largest dust collectors in the home and wall-to-wall carpeting can release VOC's if it contains certain adhesives, backings and sealants. Whatever your flooring choice, vacuum or clean it on a regular basis.

With these tips, creating a bedroom sanctuary for a good night's sleep is easier than ever.

More information is available at www.HunterDouglas.ca. THN

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At the WindowLight pollution is an issue that people often ignore when trying to get a good night's sleep. A well-fitted set of blinds, shades or shutters is a great choice, and it can be a healthier one, too, as draperies can be dust-catchers. For example, Hunter Douglas Silhouette A Deux shadings combine the sheer, light-diffusing beauty of Silhouette shadings with a room-darkening roller shade for increased light control and privacy when desired.

Wash or FreezeStuffed Toys Stuffed animals and dolls are breeding grounds for dust mites. Wash them or put them in the freezer for 24 hours to remove them.

Keep Pets Cleanand Off BedsCat and dog allergies are very common, so keep pets bathed regularly to reduce the dander and don't allow them on your bed.

FlooringRemember that tile and hardwood floors can be a healthier choice than carpeting, as floor spaces are the largest dust collectors in the home and wall-to-wall carpeting can release VOC's if it contains certain adhesives, backings and sealants. Whatever your flooring choice, vacuum or clean it on a regular basis.

With these tips, creating a bedroom sanctuary for a good night's sleep is easier than ever.

More information is available at www.HunterDouglas.ca. THN

www.newscanada.com

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STUNNING BUNGALOW IN VELLORE VILLAGE This rare never offered bungalow is a must see! Immaculate condition. Crown moulding, hardwood flrs, upgraded kit. cabinets, s/s appls, breakfast bar, built-in gas stove, built-in m/w, built-in oven, d/w. 3 bdrms on main, 2 w/ensuites. Fin’d bsmnt w/9’ ceilings, steam shower, wet bar, gas f/p, pot lights, washer & dryer, c/vac, water purifier, astro turf backyard, gas line for BBQ, concrete walkway & patio, tiled garage, 2 cantinas.

WOW! WELCOME TO MANSFIELD! This beauti-ful 1925 sq ft Devonleigh-built home is situated on a 1-acre lot! This home features 3 beds 3 baths, 3-car garage w/separate entrance, wrap-around porch, hardwd on main flr, family room & office! Kitchen w/ceramic backsplash, dark cab-inets, open concept breakfast & dining room. California shutters, walk-in pantry, second floor laundry. Just 45 mins to Brampton & Airport, close to Mansfield Ski Club. | $494,900

BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Turnkey hair salon for sale! This modern and elegantly decorated salon is locat-ed in the heart of Woodbridge close to all amenities and major hwys. The salon features 6 cutting and styling stations, 2 washing stations as well as a sep-arate esthetician room (revenue generating). Ap-prox. 1139 sq ft. Plaza is surrounded by million-dollar residential homes. Tons of potential to grow your business.| $54,900

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MARKET UPDATE: Inventory on semi detached and single family homes is very low! Call me today, to ask how I can get your home sold for top dollar “Now”, versus waiting for the “Spring Market”!

JUST LISTED! Sought after bungalow located in Sonoma Heights! Features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and finished

basement with second kitchen! Great size lot - fully fenced! Steps to park, school, transit and minutes to

church, highways, shops and airport. Call Sam to view or for more information.

$736,500

STUNNING WESTON DOWNS (Pine Valley & Rutherford)! Offers an ideal floor plan - approximately 3,700 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3-car garage, and a professionally

finished basement! Loads of extras and benefits! This home will not last!! Call Sam to view or for more info.

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