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2 Story For Sale in Creditview/Bristol- Mississauga

2010-03-09T04:24:00Z

• 3,573 sq. ft., 5 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story - MLS® $679,900 - Best Price For this size

Creditview/Eglinton, Mississauga - Stunning Corner Lot Executive Home(3573 Sq Ft) - In One Of The Best Pockets Of Mississauga. Triple Garage - Inground Pool Heated- Completely Finished In-Law Suit- Also Have Rental Potential - Do Not Buy Anything Else Unless You See This Home. Located Steps From Credit River, Short Walk To Schools, Shopping, Hwys,Go Bus
Extras: S/S Stove, S/S Fridge, S/Sdishwasher, S/S microwave, Washer And Dryer, Extra Fridge & Stove In The Basement. Gdo And Remote Central Air, Central Vac, All Pool Equipment. Back Staircase To Basement
Remarks for Brokerages: Pls Download And Attach Schedule B, Floor Plan And Site Plan Are Attached To The Listing. No Survey Available

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83 Borough Drive Condo For Sale in Scarborough

2010-03-09T04:09:00Z

• 950 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm apartment - $314,000 - Executive Suite

Scarborough, Toronto - When Quality Of Life Is Your Top Priority This Professionally Decorated 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Sw Facing Unit Captures Unobstructed Views Of The Lake, Downtown, Cn Tower And The 401. Ideal For Watching Sunsets Or Fireworks In Your Private Getaway- Steps Away From All Amenities.
Extras: Great Tridel Building! Granite Counter Tops.Include All 6 Appliances & Window Coverings.24Hr Access To The Gym,Pool, Spa,Virtual Golf Centre.Walk To Scarborough Town Centre & Rt. Excellent Parking Spot In Garage.
Remarks for Brokerages: Lockbox In Straiwell. Please Download Schedule C And Include With Offer. Min. Of 10 Days For Delivery Of Stat. Cert As Per Condo Management Office.
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Condominium For Sale-83 Borough Drive-Scarborough Town Center

2010-02-28T02:23:00Z

• 1,000 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm apartment "Stunning South West Views" - $309,000 - 360 Degree View - 83 Borough Drive- 34th Floor.

Scarborough Town Center, Scarborough - 2 Bedroom with 2 Washroom - Split Style Condo - Laminate through out - 360 Degree stunning views -Do not buy unless you see this unit .Anytime Closing available- Call Tom at 647-299-4529 .
Fridge ,Stove Washer ,Dryer , 1 Parking all included.
83 Borough Drive built by Tridel and aptly named "360° at the City Centre". The condominium building was completed in 2005 ,and the building is oval shaped where you can have 360 degree views .

Sophisticated urban living at its best. At the end of Scarborough RT in heart of Scarborough a contemporary condominium building known as the 360 Degrees rises above the city affording its residents spectacular views of the Toronto skyline. The building includes some of the most extensive services and amenities available in the market.

The building is right behind the Scarborough town centre i:e the Northeast corner of Brimley Rd and Omni Dr. The condo building is 35 storey with about 459 units approximately .Now who could debate the quality of Tridel and the location this building offers.I will give this building an 8.5 out of 10 ,as it offers great quality living, with easy access to Scarborough RT ,TTC ,Shopping and everything.Access to 401 is seconds away and huge box stores of Scarborough Town Centre are all around

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2 Story For Sale on 68 Eastview Gore Road/Hwy 50 Brampton

2010-02-25T03:47:00Z

• 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story - $369,600 - Will Sell Quick

Gore Road/Hwy 50 , Brampton - Stunning value in this great Semi-Detached In Very Demand Area In Castlemore.Hwy 50 Gore Rd -Close to Gore temple -Hwy 27 - Main Floor 9Ft Ceiling, Two Car Driveway, Upgraded Kitchen,Laminate on main . Include: Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, B/I Dishwahser, R/I Central Vac.
Extras: Extras: Close To All Amenities. Very Nice Location. Very Spacious & Bright Home.Show & Sell.
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Low inventory levels set stage for heated Spring market in Toronto and GTA

2010-02-24T16:52:00Z

Lack of inventory will be the greatest challenge facing housing

markets across the country this Spring, according to a report released today by RE/MAX.

The RE/MAX Market Trends Report 2010, which examined real estate trends and developments in 16

markets across the country, found that unusually strong activity during one of the traditionally quietest

months of the year has led to a sharp decline in active listings in 81 per cent of markets surveyed. The

threat of higher interest rates, tighter lending criteria, and in British Columbia and Ontario, the

introduction of the new Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) have clearly served to kick-start real estate activity

from coast-to-coast, prompting an unprecedented influx of purchasers. As a result, 87.5 per cent of

markets posted an increase in sales in January. Average price appreciated in 81 per cent of markets

surveyed.

“There have never been so many motivating factors in play at once,” says Michael Polzler, Executive Vice

President, RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic Canada. “We’re in for a heated Spring market that will, in all

probability, spill over into the summer months, as the window of opportunity draws to a close. The

supply of homes listed for sale has been drastically reduced, housing values are once again on the

upswing, and banks and governments are moving in unison toward stricter lending policies.”

Markets experiencing the tightest inventory levels include Toronto (- 41 per cent); Kitchener-Waterloo

(-33 per cent); Ottawa (- 30 per cent); Victoria (- 30 per cent); Greater Vancouver (- 27 per cent); Halifax-

Dartmouth (- 19 per cent); London-St. Thomas (- 18 per cent); Regina (- 16 per cent); and Winnipeg (- 13

per cent). Conditions were still balanced, but starting to tighten in Calgary, Edmonton and Saskatoon,

particularly in the single-family detached category.

The highest year-over-year sales gains were reported in Greater Vancouver (152 per cent), Kelowna (121

per cent), Greater Toronto (87 per cent), Victoria (69 per cent), Hamilton-Burlington (58 per cent),

London-St. Thomas (55 per cent) and Calgary (47 per cent). Western Canadian cities dominated the list

of centres with the highest increases in price appreciation. These included Victoria at 25.5 per cent,

Kelowna at 22 per cent, Greater Vancouver at 19.5 per cent, and Winnipeg at 17 per cent. St. John’s (23

per cent) and Toronto (19 per cent) were also among the frontrunners for price growth.

“Affordability is the catalyst for the vast majority of purchasers in today’s housing market,” says Elton

Ash, Regional Executive Vice President, RE/MAX of Western Canada. “While homeownership is still

within reach in many major centres, levels are slipping. There is a growing sense, on both sides of the

fence, that the time to act is now.”

While buyers are taking advantage of favourable conditions, sellers too are reaping the rewards.

Competing bids are a factor in the marketplace once again, with well-priced listings—especially at the

entry-level price point—experiencing multiple offers. Properties priced at fair-market value will likely

sell quickly for top dollar. The overall pressure on sales and price is significant across the board – and

it’s not likely to subside unless more inventory comes on-stream.

“The level of frustration is growing, as pent-up demand builds,” says Polzler. “For every successful offer,

there are those that will walk away empty-handed. They’re thrust back into the buyer pool and the

process starts all over again. Some buyers are upping the ante, while others are considering alternate

housing options. Still, purchasers remain cautious in their bids, with most careful not to max out debt

service ratios.”

Recent revisions to lending criteria will add fuel to the fire in the short term. Buyers considering a

variable rate mortgage will step up their plans for homeownership in the next month or so just to get in

under the wire. In the longer term, buyers will adjust, but move forward. Compromise has long been

reality—particularly in the larger centres. This simply means they may go smaller or further in their

pursuits.

“It’s been a 180 degree turnaround from this time last year,” says Ash. “It’s clear that real estate from

coast to coast has roared back to life and markets are once again firing on all cylinders. The vast

majority of markets are now recovered and fully-evolved, with all segments working in tandem. At the

luxury price point, activity was brisk in seventy-three per cent of centres surveyed, with momentum

ramping up in the remainder. Opportunity exists in some areas, but the question is for how much

longer? ”

Market 2009 2010 % +/-

Greater Toronto 20450 12052 -41%

2 Story Home For Sale in Gerrard Street, South Riverdale

2010-02-23T14:46:00Z

• 3 bath, 3 bdrm single story - $459,900 - Totally Renovated

Gerrard Street, East End, S - Great Home!!! Great Neighbourhood!!! Located On Side Street. Totally Newley Renovated Home In Trendy South Riverdale! A Materpiece Of Renovation. A True Gem. Better Than A New Home **Whole House New Wiring, New Plumbing, Newley Drywall And New Paint*** New Roof-Shingles, New Windows Throughout *Two New Custom Built Kitchens, Three New Washrooms* 24 Pot Lights And Gas Fire Place.Self Contained In-Law Apt For Extra Income.
Extras: New High Eff Furnace, New Cac System, New Deck In Back, New Hardwood Floors Throughout. Stainless Steel Fridge, Stove On Main Floor. Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, All Elf's. Seller Agrees To Credit Buyer $1500 For Rear Parking To Be Paved.
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Apartment For Sale Morning side and 401 near Centennial College in Scarborough

2010-02-22T01:36:00Z

Stunning - Renovated Unit

• 1 bath, 1 bdrm apartment - MLS®$122,900 - 2 parking and a locker

Scarborough, Toronto - Totally Renovated - New Kitchen -New Laminate- Stunning Clean Unit- 2(Two_parkings)- Locker - Great Security And Amenities In The Building , See This One Before You Buy Anything In The Building.
Extras: Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, B/I Dishwasher, Elfs, Window Coverings. The unit can be also be bought as investment ,great opportunity near Centennial College.

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I love Woodbridge - Sonoma Heights - Napa Valley - Vellore Woods & Forest Hill Homes in Vaughan

2010-02-19T02:27:00Z

Woodbridge is a large suburban community in the City of Vaughan, just north of Toronto. It was once an independent town before being amalgamated with nearby communities to form the city in 1971. Its traditional downtown core is the Woodbridge Ave. stretch between Islington Ave and Kipling Ave north of Highway 7. Woodbridge has a large Italian immigrant population but has been experiencing a growth of other cultures since 2000 with increased housing development.Today you can see Chinese,South East Asians,Vietnamese and a large community of Ahmaddiya Muslims ,who have their Mosque there in Maple.

Woodbridge has no political boundaries, but is commonly viewed as lying between either Hwy 50 or Hwy 27 to the west,Steeles ave to the south, Highway 400 to the east, and Major Mackenzie Drive to the north. However, new housing subdivisions being built north of Major Mackenzie between Pine Valley and the 400, have been given names like "Woodbridge Retreat" by developers, and will most likely extend the popularly accepted northeast boundary northwards to Teston Road.

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Situated in hilly terrain of the Humber River Valley, Woodbridge rests at an average elevation of 200 metres between Highway 27 and Pine Valley Drive. The terrain can be described as a series of rolling hills and valleys requiring plenty of planning when road construction projects are initiated. There are numerous valley intersections that demonstrate the geography of the area, notably Highway 7 and Islington and Highway 27 and Rutherford.

The area was mainly farmland before the onset of suburbanization in the 1970s, but the residential communities are interspersed with forests along the Humber River and its eastern branch. Today, much of the area is residential with commercial and industrial properties to the south, close to the border with the City of Toronto and to the east near Pine Valley Drive.

HISTORY

The community had its origins with the British Crown granting the west half of lots six and seven, concession 7 of Vaughan Township to Jacob Philips and Hugh Cameron in 1802. During the early half the 19th century, a school was built on Vaughan's eighth concession, a flour mill and store flourished at Pine Grove which is among the oldest areas of the city. A scattering of houses arose around Smith's mill (presently Hayhoe Mills on Pine Grove). Smith's mill later became known as Smithsville, but was eventually incorporated into the town of Woodbridge. A similar settlement, known as Brownsville, came into being around a mill run by John Brown on the Humber River on what is today Wallace Street in today's downtown Woodbridge business section. Woodbridge proper, however, did not begin to take the form of a settlement or village until the arrival of Rowland Burr in 1837. The town's name was changed to Woodbridge in 1855 because there was already a settlement named Burrwick. The name was taken from the wooden bridge that crossed the Humber River as an entry point into town. The historic bridge was located close to what is today Islington Avenue and Langstaff Road, on Langstaff looking north. A replica bridge circa 1930 made out of concrete remains close to the original bridge location and is accessible from Boyd Park and to a city maintenance facility. However, it has not been maintained for decades and is actually quite dangerous to stand on.

In the 1950s, Woodbridge experienced growth from suburban Toronto houses. The suburban expansion began east of the Humber and East Humber and to the northeast. Prior to the expansion, the urban area was up to Kipling Avenue and to the Humber. It later expanded in the west up to Martin Grove Road with a north to south width of about 800 m in the 1960s and to the north and portions of the northeast of Langstaff Road. It later expanded north in the 1970s and the 1980s. A drive-in theatre from the 60s-70s was situated at Highway 27 and Langstaff near Martin Grove Road for many years until it was torn down in the late 1990s for residential houses. The housing developments in the west expanded north to Langstaff and in the central part of Woodbridge including a part which transformed older stores into smaller units of housing in the early-1980s and west to Highway 27 in the late-1980s and in 1992. The houses expanded north to 400 m south of Rutherford Road in the 1980s and east up to Weston Road from Highway 7 to 400 m south of Rutherford Road and south to 200 m north of the present-day Hwy 407.

The housing developments in mid-1990s expanded Martin Grove Road northward. Woodbridge Highlands was formed in the northwest, east of Highway 27 in the 1990s. In 1994 housing developments reached to Rutherford and continued until 1996 except for the northeast and the southeastern part. The condominiums began construction and now appear between Woodbridge Avenue and the Humber.

Sonoma Heights at Islington and Rutherford and the Vellore area at Weston and Rutherford have been developed. The Vellore area includes Vellore Village developed by builders such as Greenpark Homes, Aspen Ridge Homes and Remington Homes. The Vellore Woods area was developed by Arista Homes and Fieldgate Homes. Development in the west end of Woodbridge then followed with Weston Rd and Rutherford becoming a major focal point for the building of additional residential units stretching north to Major Mackenzie. Land on both sides of Weston Road to Major Mackenzie were completely filled in. As an example of the scope of the development process, as of 2009 the entire area between Pine Valley Drive and Jane Street from Rutherford to Teston Road will eventually become houses. Houses were also built inside the Islington, Hwy 27, Major Mackenzie, and Rutherford quadrant. In addition, Vaughan Mills and a newer business section occupy the lands east of the 400, south of Rutherford. It is estimated that over 15,000 homes were built in less than 12 years with continued growth expected. All of these areas were previously fields less than 10 years ago with Canada's Wonderland previously sitting adjacent to hectares of empty farm land.

Woodbridge Avenue between Islington Avenue and Kipling Avenue was once home to some of the historical buildings from the late 19th century in addition to newer 1920s-1960s buildings, but is rapidly being reconstructed. Two examples of a histoic buildings include a Tinsmith Shop and Masonic Lodge (circa 1850) and the Burwick family home (from 1844 on Pine Street) that were moved to Black Creek Pioneer Village. Market Lane remains the commercial hub of this area, with several other shops and stores lining Woodbridge Avenue. Since 2000, there has been an increase in condominiums and apartment buildings on the historic avenue. Much of the avenue will be dominated by condominiums in the future as previous landowners have sold to developers

The houses along Hwy 27 and Langstaff are quiet in demand as the people are moving in from Brampton to put their kids in to the one of the best high schools in Ontario.It also the same with Sonoma Heights as the houses are newer.Most of the homes in Woodbridge are detach and an average 2200sq ft home sells from $500,000 onwards average.

If you ever plan to sell or buy a home in Vaughan ,please contact Tom @ 647-299-4529 or visit

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Is your neighboring home used as Grow-Op or Grow House?

2010-02-17T01:37:00Z

There are a number of signs that a building may be used as a marijuana grow opeartions.

Buyer or tenant unloads unrecognizable equipment and very few household furnishings.

Buyer or tenant unloads copper and or PVC pipe,soil,halogen lamps,large amounts of black plastic aluminium ducting and fans.

Tenant comes and goes at unusual hours but never seem to stay overnight.

Little or no garbage is brought to the curb each week.

Mail is rarely delivered to the house,and the mailbox maybe taped shut.

Windows are always dark and may be secured with metal bars ,blacked out or heavily draped.

A strong odor similar to skunk cabbage (bulk marijuana)comes from the building.

Power meter spins at a very high speed or signs of electrical tampering.

Heavy Condensation on the inside of windows.

Humming sounds of fans or generators.

Condensation or discoloring of the roof.

Unusual amounts of steam comming from vents in the house in cold weather.

Rooftoop with no snow on it when the surrounding houses are covered in snow.

Individuals arriving at the house to put out the garbage ,move toys in the front yard,shovel the snow or cut the lawn and then leave immediately.

People entering and exiting the residence only through the garage keeping the garage door closed.

Excessive security such as guard dogs,keep out signs,high fences ,heavy chains and locks on gates.

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Excellent move by the Finance Chief

2010-02-16T19:29:00Z

Backgrounder

Canada's Housing Market Remains Strong

Canada's housing market remains healthy and stable. According to the International Monetary Fund, our housing market is fully supported by sound economic factors, such as low interest rates, rising incomes and a growing population. Moreover, mortgage arrears—overdue mortgage payments—have also remained low.

Today's announcement is part of the Government's policy of proactively adjusting to developments in the housing market that could take root and cause instability. These steps are timely, targeted and measured, and will reinforce the importance of Canadians borrowing responsibly and using home ownership as a savings mechanism.

Mortgage Insurance

Mortgage insurance (which is sometimes called mortgage default insurance) is a credit risk management tool that protects lenders from losses on mortgage loans. If a borrower defaults on a mortgage, and the proceeds from the foreclosure of the property are insufficient to cover the resulting loss, the lender submits a claim to the mortgage insurer to recover its losses.

The law requires federally regulated lenders to obtain mortgage insurance on loans in which the homebuyer has made a down payment of less than 20 per cent of the purchase price (also called high loan-to-value ratio loans). The homebuyer pays the premium for this insurance, which protects the lender if the homebuyer defaults.

The Government ultimately backs most insured mortgages in Canada. It is responsible for the obligations of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) as it is an agent Crown corporation. In order for private mortgage insurers to compete with CMHC, the Government backs private mortgage insurers' obligations to lenders, subject to a deductible equal to 10 per cent of the original principal amount of the loan.

In October 2008, the Government adjusted its minimum standards for government-backed, high-ratio mortgages, including:

Fixing the maximum amortization period for new government-backed mortgages to 35 years.
Requiring a minimum down payment of five per cent for new government-backed mortgages.
Establishing a consistent minimum credit score requirement.
Requiring the lender to make a reasonable effort to verify that the borrower can afford the loan payment.
Introducing new loan documentation standards to ensure that there is evidence of reasonableness of property value and of the borrower's sources and level of income.

Measures Announced Today

Today, the Government announced three changes to the standards governing government-backed mortgages.

Qualifying at a Five-Year Rate

Current interest rates are at record low levels, which has improved the affordability of housing for Canadians. It is important that Canadians borrow prudently and are able to manage their debt loads when interest rates rise.

Lender and mortgage insurers look at two key ratios when assessing the ability of a borrower to make payments on a mortgage loan:

Gross Debt Service (GDS) ratio—the ratio of the carrying costs of the home, including the mortgage payment, taxes and heating costs, to the borrower's income.
Total Debt Service (TDS) ratio—the ratio of the carrying costs of the home and all other debt payments to the borrower's total income.

Currently, the interest rate used to determine the mortgage payment for these calculations is either the rate fixed for the term of the mortgage or, in the case of a variable-rate mortgage and mortgages with terms of less than three years, the greater of the contract rate and the prevailing three-year fixed rate.

The adjustments to the mortgage framework will require mortgage insurers to ensure that borrowers qualify for their mortgage amount using the greater of the contract rate or the interest rate for a five-year fixed rate mortgage when calculating the GDS and TDS ratios.

This measure is intended to protect Canadians by providing them with additional flexibility to support mortgage payments at higher interest rates in the future.

Limit the Maximum Refinancing Amount to 90 per cent of the Loan-to-Value Ratio

Borrowers seeking financial flexibility can currently refinance their mortgage and increase the amount they are borrowing on the security of their home up to a limit of 95 per cent of the value of the property. This type of refinancing lowers the borrower's equity in their home. The adjustments today will lower the maximum amount of the mortgage loan in a refinancing of a government-backed high ratio mortgage loan to 90 per cent of the value of the property, consistent with the principle that home ownership is a tool for savings.

Discouraging Speculation by Requiring a Minimum Down Payment of 20 per cent for non-owner-occupied properties

This measure will require a minimum down payment of 20 per cent for government-backed mortgage insurance on non-owner-occupied properties purchased for speculation. Currently, borrowers may purchase a residential property with a 5 per cent down payment. Today's change will require a 20 per cent down payment for small (i.e., 1- to 4-unit) non-owner-occupied residential rental properties. Borrowers purchasing owner-occupied residential properties which also include some rental units (e.g., borrowers purchasing a duplex to live in one unit and rent out the other) will still be able to access government-backed mortgage insurance with a 5 per cent down payment.

Moving to the New Framework

These adjustments to the mortgage insurance guarantee framework are intended to come into force on April 19, 2010. Exceptions would be allowed after April 19 where they are needed to satisfy a binding purchase and sale, financing, or refinancing agreement entered into before April 19, 2010.

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Markham Rd and Bur Oak Ave Homes for Sale In Markham

2010-02-15T22:02:00Z

Markham Rd and Bur Oak Ave Intersection has become one of the hottest pocket of real estate in Markham, as a large influx of first time buyers move in from Toronto to buy new homes built all around Bur Oak Ave .

I also like the intersection for a number of reasons ,like the Mount Joy Go Station is right there and you could walk in summer or park your car in winter to commute anywhere on the GO Network .And especially the 401 is at least 15 min from the intersection so why not opt for the GO.

I also like the area as Shopping is right there at Markham Rd and 16th intersection ,Grocery ,LCBO , fast food ,pizza ,Tim Hortons etc .So if am meeting some one late in the evening I have the coffee shops .

I also like the are for all the new box stores like Home Depot have also set their anchors there ,so no running to Toronto.

Bur Oak is a also Vivastation on York Region's Viva bus rapid transit system,. The Vivastation will open in a future unknown date, as part of the eastward Viva Purple and Viva Green route extension to Cornell. The Vivastation can be seen on the intersection of Bur Oak Avenue and Hwy 7 . So if you have to commute west bound to Yonge or York University you can do so.

I also like the neighbourhood as all the homes are newly built and especially have ensuite washrooms which a lot of older constructed homes never had . The homes are built to modern standards so are also more energy efficient.The average price for a semi-detach in this area is about $399,000 and town houses are seling for $370,000 ., and detach are selling around 500$ depending on the size and upgrades. As per the community ethnic back round goes we have a mixture of Chinese ,South East Asians and Canadians , which is a very happy mix.

If you plan to move in Markham then give my team a call @ 647-299-4529 and also visit my website

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I also like the pocket of Markham Rd and Bur Oak Ave because of the easy access to Markham Downtown ,where you have that old world village charm and great choice of restaurants .

There are also great schools in the area :

Mount Joy Public School
281 Williamson Rd.
Markham, Ontario
L6E 1X1
(905) 202-1684
School Website

The school attendance borders are Highway 48 on the west, 16th Avenue on the south, Swan Park on the east and Lot 20 on the north.

Bur Oak Secondary School

Grades: 9-11
933 Bur Oak Ave.
Markham, Ontario L6E 1G4
Phone: (905) 202-1234
Fax: (905) 202-1236
School website

Bur Oak Secondary School officially opened in the spring of 2008. The school will hold students living within the Greensborough and Cornell communities until a school is built in their area.

Brother Andre Catholic High School
6160 16th Ave E
Markham, Ontario
L3P 3K8
Phone: (905) 294-7671
School Website

Brother Andre Catholic High School offers a variety of courses and programs for students from grade 9 to 12. The population generally reflects the population of Markham, coming from diverse ethno cultural backgrounds and a wide socio-economic mix.

St. Julia Billiart Catholic School
2070 Bur Oak Avenue
Markham, ON
L6E 1X5
(905) 471-8221
St. Julia Billiart Catholic School welcomes all Catholic elementary students living in the Greensborough area and currently has over 460 students enrolled

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Luxury Condo For Sale in Etobicoke

2010-02-13T00:39:00Z

• 900 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story - MLS®$268,000 - Stunning Chic

Etobicoke, Toronto - Remarks For Clients: Luxury Condo- 25000$ Spent On Upgrades, Granite Countertop In Kitchen- Stainless Steels Backsplash- Stainless Steele Top Of The Line Appliances- Granite In The Washrooms- Unique Concept - Both Bedrooms Have Ensuite Washroom . Do Not Buy Anything Unless You See This Unit .
Extras: Fridge,Stove,Washer,Dryer And B/I Dishwasher B/I Microwave.All Window Coverings.
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If you are choosing Port Union and Lawrence area ( Blue Lagoon ) to be your future home area.

2010-02-08T23:04:00Z

Port Union is a neighbourhood on the eastern border of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is bounded by the Rouge River on the east, Port Union Rd. on the west, Lake Ontario to the south, and (nowadays) Highway 401 to the north. The former northern limit to Port Union was Lawrence Ave. The last eastern exit on the highway is located here. Most residents are commuters who travel downtown each day via the 401 or Kingston Road (Highway #2). Average commute times are 40 minutes to 1 hour depending on the level of congestion.

Port Union was part of the Township of Pickering, Ontario until 1984, when municipal reforms in Ontario transferred the neghbourhood to the City of Scarborough. Scarborough was merged with five other municipalities and a regional government to form the new "City of Toronto" in 1998.

The places of interest or note in Port Union are the eastern edge of the Scarborough Bluffs, Rouge Beach and waterfront trail, and the Rouge Hill GO Transit commuter train station. Rouge Beach is bordered by a natural marsh area which forms part of the Rouge Park reserve, which extends north along the river watershed to the Oak Ridges Moraine. The area west of the Go Transit station has been developed, in recent years, as a community park on the site of old Port Union village. A pioneer hotel structure which was to have been part of the park was torched by vandals during the park construction work. Now surrounded by new residential development, the park is linked by tunnel to a bike trail and shoreline restoration which is part of a waterfront revitalization plan by the Toronto Regional Conservation Authority. Phase I of that project opened in October 2006, part of a waterfront bike trail which will eventually link the lakeshore parks and beaches through Scarborough and Pickering.

This also describes the boundaries of West Rouge, which became part of Scarborough in the mid 1970's.

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The neighbourhood originated as the small lakefront town of Port Union in the 1800s. It was later developed as a suburban bedroom community after the Second World War. In recent years the industrial lands along the waterfront have transformed into new subdivisions. The neighbourhood has many mature trees, parkland and waterfront. It is an affluent neighbourhood with 93% home ownership. Port Union is home a large percentage of people with British ancestry.

In 1976, a proposal for the regeneration and restoration of the old harbour lands at the southern terminus of Port Union road was proposed by the NANCY-GRIFFOn Foundation Inc and was fully supported by Mayor Gus Harris [and all subsequent Mayors except Joyce Trimmer who blocked the project along with Controller Ken Morish]and the Parks Commissioner Bruce Fleury and Metro Parks Commissioner Robert Bundy. In 1979 the Foundation was incorporated and a fund raising drive was started. Of note was the enthusiastic support of the Commissioner of the Toronto and Regional Conservation Authority, Mr.Dave McLean, then Craig Mather and finally Mr. Brian Denny, in succession. Finally in 2001 land acquisition was begun by the TRCA with public funding. While the old winter harbour can not be restored, the summer harbour and the lands associated with it are being regenerated under a design concept called the King's Harbour Marine Parksponsored by the Nancy Griffon Foundation since 1976 for the restoration of "Olde Port Union" including the re-opening of the old "Adams Creek" as required under the Environmental Assessment which flowed from north of the current Hwy 401 into Lake Ontario. This time the Adams Creek will flow into the restored Port Union sailing harbour and marina.

Free National Home Show Tickets

2010-02-04T21:55:00Z

The Big one is here! The National Home Show presented by RE/MAX, sets new standards in show goer satisfaction every year. It provides the most comprehensive shopping opportunity for buyers of renovating, decorating and landscaping products and produces one of a kind and never seen before features. Bring ideas home!

The RE/MAX VIP Program offers exclusive benefits at the show for my clients!

Exclusive RE/MAX VIP Entrance
Exclusive RE/MAX Complimentary Coat Check
Front of the line access to the Eurodale Dream Home
presented by CityLine Toronto Star
Front row seating at The “Little” Project Stage presented by HGTV
Complimentary Wine Tasting featuring Jackson-Triggs & Inniskillin
Entry in the RE/MAX KitchenAid® Home Appliance Contest

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Go Green - Our President Writes

2010-01-30T03:28:00Z

When it comes to character, you just can’t beat the charm of an older home. Newly constructed homes however, come with their own unique assets, one of the most noteworthy of which is energy efficiency.

From the roof to the foundation, a number of innovative building practices often go into constructing today’s greenest homes.

Roof shingles for example, are now available in recycled materials. Environmentally friendly spray foam insulation, which can help prevent dampness, keep out pollutants and contribute to structural strength, is even partially made with recycled materials.

Roofs, walls and floors can be insulated as well with special structural panels that consist of two layers of board with insulating foam in between them. The forms that are used to mould a home’s poured concrete foundation can now also be found with insulating ability, and barriers that prevent dampness from rising into the foundation can be used at this stage of construction as well. Even exterior cladding is now insulated to offer greater energy efficiency.

If you prefer an older home though, there are many simple ways to make it more energy efficient and environmentally friendly.

Start with an Energy Star programmable thermostat that will save on heating and cooling costs when you’re not home. You can take this approach a step further by investing in a new high efficiency furnace or air conditioner. Adding insulation to the attic of your home will offer reduced energy costs for years to come as well.

A tank-less water heater will also save on energy costs by providing only the amount of heated water that you need rather than maintaining it in a cylinder.

Even making minor changes can have an impact, like choosing energy efficient light bulbs - Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) are good and Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are even better.

If you’re planning to make cosmetic changes to your home you can do your part for the environment by choosing wood flooring, and even carpet, made with recycled content. Look for low VOC paints and stains as well, which reduce the number of unstable, carbon-containing compounds that enter the air and react with other elements.

In the bathroom, you can keep more money in your pocket by installing low-flow faucets, showerheads and toilets.

Replacing old windows with low-E argon-filled units that have the Energy Star symbol can make a dramatic difference to your home’s energy efficiency as well.

Changing your old appliances with new Energy Star machines is also a great way to reduce energy consumption while enhancing the overall appeal of your home.

Beyond enjoying the aesthetics, cost savings and fulfillment associated with helping the environment, you can also consider getting an energy audit to take full advantage of a number of government rebates for energy-saving home improvements. Please visit www.TorontoRealEstateBoard.com to learn more about them.

Regardless of the approach you choose, remember that nothing can substitute for good-old fashioned conservation. Remember that the energy you save today may well be the energy that is needed tomorrow.