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A PARK IS A PLACE EVERYBODY CAN CALL HOME.

Beyond great houses, innovative layouts and friendly

streetscapes, one of the more important things Mattamy

Homes aims to build is a sense of community. This is why

building great playgrounds and open spaces is always near

the top of our to-do list.

The newly completed Osborne Park is one of those special

places that defines Mattamys dedication to our communities.

With features that allow its use year-round like a toboggan

hill and a puddle rink Osborne Park was designed to draw

the community together.

We named this place as a tribute to the Osborne family,

the original residents of the land upon which Southwinds

was built. Pillars of the early Airdrie community, the

Osbornes exemplified a spirit of generosity and a respect

for local history that still influences the region today. Come

visit us at Osborne Park in Southwinds. We hope that youll

take a moment to learn about the areas rich past and

experience what the community stands for today.

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14 Calgaryism5 things to consider when buying a new homeby Cody Battershill

34 InsightLaunch your landscape plan this winter by Brad Jackman

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Mattamy Homes Honouring Southwinds homesteading familyON THE COVER

property pro les

12 Mattamy HomesHonouring Southwinds homesteading family

showhome review

16 Shane Homespresents a variety of home styles in Hillcrest

neighbourhood pro le

46 KingslandWarm and inviting and on the rise

trending

18 Mattamy HomesWelcoming new homeowners to Cityscape

24 DevelopmentCalgarians divided on downtown arena plan

+online

SEARCHHOME

NEIGHBOURHOOD

WITHDYNAMIC

MAPSLOOK FOR THE CIRCLE

+PHOTOS+VIDEOS+ADVICE+INSPIRATION+TRENDING

MORE

contentsNOV 6 - DEC 4, 2015 | VOLUME 18 ISSUE 12

12 1834

16

advice

14 Calgaryism5 things to consider when buying a new homeby Cody Battershill

34 InsightLaunch your landscape plan this winter by Brad Jackman

38 Mortgage MogulMortgage basics for newcomers to Canadaby Jason Eldridge

43 The Homebuying ProcessNew homes provide a healthy indoor environmentby Donna Moore

in every issue

8 Editors Note

50 Whats Online

district maps

11 Airdrie

19 Calgary East Region

21 Northwest

27 Southwest

29 Okotoks

33 Northeast

37 Cochrane

41 Southeast

47 Calgary South Region

12

PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Moe Lalani

ALBERTA SALES MANAGER

Shelley Bala

EDITOR

Wayne Karl

ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck (on leave)Elisa KrovblitLydia McNutt (on leave)

SENIOR MEDIA CONSULTANT

Melanie Gowans403.200.8462

Follow me on twitter @melgowans

Like us on Facebook ypnexthome

PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Greg Van Sluytman

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Viosa BarilevaMiguel Cea

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala Gnanapandithan

FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT:

403.200.8462

FOR NATIONAL ADVERTISING INQUIRIES CALL:

416.263.6783

Published by

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COPYRIGHT 2015 All rights reserved by Yellow Pages Homes Limited. Reproduction in any form is prohibited. Contents of this publication are covered by Copyright and offenders will be prosecuted under the law. The views and data expressed by columnists do not necessarily represent those of the publication.

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Alberta proves its resilience

Before we launched our new look and

website, YPNextHome.ca, we brought

a formal focus group of Canadians

together to ask about real estate. We

specifi cally questioned what factors

in someones life would make them

want to move. One of the top three

reasons was the desire to live in a

di erent neighbourhood.

Respondents said they wanted access

to better schools and amenities such as

transit, shopping, greenspace and parks.

With so many areas for you to

choose from, we created a Canada-

wide resource of neighbourhood

information and listings on a local

level. On YPNextHome.ca, youll fi nd

statistical information on more than

2,700 neighbourhoods, featuring

data, listings, fun facts and more.

Weve included a ton of interesting

info on key residential neighbourhoods,

including photos and video tours.

Check out Kingsland, for example.

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you on our new website. Drop us a

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about your favourite neighbourhood.

Wed love to hear from you!

For all the challenges the Alberta

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in Calgary and Edmonton are

outshining their prairie neighbours

Regina and Saskatchewan.

According to the latest Royal

LePage House Price Survey, home

prices in Canada showed moderate

to strong year-over-year increases in

most markets in the third quarter.

The Calgary housing market

continued to weather the energy

downturn due to a diversifying

economy, with the aggregate price

of a home rising 0.8 per cent to

$465,374. The median price of a

two-storey home increased one

per cent on a year-over-year basis

to $522,052, while bungalows

saw a small drop of 0.4 per cent

to $451,937.

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MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/kingsland

Targeted for your benefi t

Alberta proves its resilience

Before we launched our new look and

website, YPNextHome.ca, we brought

a formal focus group of Canadians

together to ask about real estate. We

specifi cally questioned what factors

in someones life would make them

want to move. One of the top three

reasons was the desire to live in a

di erent neighbourhood.

Respondents said they wanted access

to better schools and amenities such as

transit, shopping, greenspace and parks.

With so many areas for you to

choose from, we created a Canada-

wide resource of neighbourhood

information and listings on a local

level. On YPNextHome.ca, youll fi nd

statistical information on more than

2,700 neighbourhoods, featuring

data, listings, fun facts and more.

Weve included a ton of interesting

info on key residential neighbourhoods,

including photos and video tours.

Check out Kingsland, for example.

We hope youll explore a few of the

neighbourhoods weve curated for

you on our new website. Drop us a

line and a photo about what you love

about your favourite neighbourhood.

Wed love to hear from you!

For all the challenges the Alberta

economy is facing in the wake of

the oil slump, real estate markets

in Calgary and Edmonton are

outshining their prairie neighbours

Regina and Saskatchewan.

According to the latest Royal

LePage House Price Survey, home

prices in Canada showed moderate

to strong year-over-year increases in

most markets in the third quarter.

The Calgary housing market

continued to weather the energy

downturn due to a diversifying

economy, with the aggregate price

of a home rising 0.8 per cent to

$465,374. The median price of a

two-storey home increased one

per cent on a year-over-year basis

to $522,052, while bungalows

saw a small drop of 0.4 per cent

to $451,937.

+ get social

Editors' Notes

KINGSLAND

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge

WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl

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AIRDRIECOMMUNITIES05 RAVENSWOOD

DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview

06 COOPERS CROSSING DEVELOPER: Westmark Holdings BUILDERS: McKee Homes, Trico Homes, Vesta Properties, Canterra Custom Homes, Crystal Creek Homes and Harder Homes, Lifestyle Homes

07 WILLIAMSTOWN DEVELOPER: Vesta Properties BUILDERS: Vesta Properties

08 HILLCREST Developer: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Shane Homes,Trico Homes hillcrestairdrie.com

09 SOUTHWINDS Developer: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes

10 CANALS LANDING Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: ReidBuilt Homes, Mckee Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Genesis Builders Group, Westview Homes

11 PIER 11 Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: Genesis Builder Group pier11airdrie.com

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NOSE CREEK

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01 BAYSIDE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes www.genesisland.com

02 WINDSONG DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

03 REUNION DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sabal Homes, McKee Homes

04 KINGS HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca

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AIRDRIECOMMUNITIES05 RAVENSWOOD

DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview

06 COOPERS CROSSING DEVELOPER: Westmark Holdings BUILDERS: McKee Homes, Trico Homes, Vesta Properties, Canterra Custom Homes, Crystal Creek Homes and Harder Homes, Lifestyle Homes

07 WILLIAMSTOWN DEVELOPER: Vesta Properties BUILDERS: Vesta Properties

08 HILLCREST Developer: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Shane Homes,Trico Homes hillcrestairdrie.com

09 SOUTHWINDS Developer: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes

10 CANALS LANDING Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: ReidBuilt Homes, Mckee Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Genesis Builders Group, Westview Homes

11 PIER 11 Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: Genesis Builder Group pier11airdrie.com

VETERANS BLVD

1ST AVE

YANKEE VALLEY BLVD

NOSE CREEK

EASTLAKE

VETERANS BLVD

YANKEE VALLEY BLVD

2

1

11

3

10

4

5


6

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01 BAYSIDE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes www.genesisland.com

02 WINDSONG DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

03 REUNION DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sabal Homes, McKee Homes

04 KINGS HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca

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Property Profile | MATTAMY HOMES

cover story

Mattamy honours

Southwinds homesteading family

MATTAMY HOMES pays homage to the

historic local roots of its Southwinds

community in Airdrie with the dedication

of a large central park honouring the

lands homesteading family.

Osborne Park is at the heart of

Southwinds and named after the original

family that had been there since the early

1940s, says Joe Case, land development

manager. The family has played an

important role in the development of

Airdrie and in the areas history being

members of the Nose Creek Historical

Society and Nose Creek

Valley Museum.

The family still lives in the area, so we

wanted to ensure we built a relationship

with them in the process of developing

Southwinds, Case says. A monument in

Osborne Park has a plaque dedicated to

the family with an aerial photo shot in 1942

of the homestead that is still there today.

We also have a number of

Osborne street names throughout the

community, he adds. This was done

with the Osbornes blessing, as they

had been involved in the planning and

visioning process for the community.

The most prominent street name

will be Osborne Drive, which runs

east/west through the community

next to the original homestead and

connects to land on the west side of

Southwinds, which was also owned by

the Osbornes. Another significant street

name is Osborne Park, immediately

adjacent to the park which was

dedicated to the family in late October.

Being located in the centre of the

community, Osborne Park is a central

meeting place for all residents. During

the planning process, we intentionally

designed the community around the

park with no residences backing onto

LocationAirdrie

BuilderMattamy Homes

DevelopmentSouthwinds

Home TypeUrban and street towns and single-family homes

Contactmattamyhomes.com

it, making it truly a public space in its

purest sense as theres no proprietary

feel to it. You can enjoy every inch

of the park without looking into

someones backyard, Case says.

The almost three-acre park has a

central plaza with seating areas, picnic

area and a large trellis, as well as a large

playground structure, a toboggan hill

and a puddle rink with lights that can be

flooded in the winter for a skating.

Also setting Mattamy communities

apart from others is that it develops

a community one street at a time

so that when people move in all the

homes on the street are complete, and

amenities are created alongside home

construction (weather permitting).

Another key amenity already

developed is a storm water pond that

was integrated with an environmental

reserve in one of the first phases. We

went through a detailed process of

harvesting 10,000 cuttings from the

existing wetland, letting them grow

in a nursery and segregating the

unique wetland soils, Case explains.

After grading we put the soil back

and replanted the cuttings. Its since

grown into a virtual forest providing

a protected environmental reserve

for residents to enjoy. Its an absolute

success and a model Airdrie will use for

future storm water ponds.

Located on a 150 acres, Southwinds

will eventually consist of 1,150 homes.

A few hundred homes are already

occupied in the first few phases.

Mattamy is currently selling single- and

multi-family homes in Phases 3 and

6. In November, Mattamy is releasing

walkout lots that back onto the

environmental reserve.

Buyers in Southwinds have a wide

range of homes styles to choose from,

from Urban Townhomes featuring

rear-attached double garages, to three-

storey Village Homes with single-car

front-attached garages, and starter and

move-up single-family homes with

double front-attached garages.

Homes in Southwinds showcase

Contemporary, Craftsman, Colonial

and Prairie architectural styles, which

combined with ample trees, inviting

front porches and discreet garages

integrated into the home create visually

appealing streetscapes.

To learn more about Southwinds,

visit the sales centre at 907 Windsong

Dr. in Airdrie, open Monday to

Thursday, 1 to 8 p.m., and Friday

and weekends, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.,

call 403.980.8765 or visit

mattamyhomes.com


Property Profile | MATTAMY HOMES

cover story

Mattamy honours

Southwinds homesteading family

MATTAMY HOMES pays homage to the

historic local roots of its Southwinds

community in Airdrie with the dedication

of a large central park honouring the

lands homesteading family.

Osborne Park is at the heart of

Southwinds and named after the original

family that had been there since the early

1940s, says Joe Case, land development

manager. The family has played an

important role in the development of

Airdrie and in the areas history being

members of the Nose Creek Historical

Society and Nose Creek

Valley Museum.

The family still lives in the area, so we

wanted to ensure we built a relationship

with them in the process of developing

Southwinds, Case says. A monument in

Osborne Park has a plaque dedicated to

the family with an aerial photo shot in 1942

of the homestead that is still there today.

We also have a number of

Osborne street names throughout the

community, he adds. This was done

with the Osbornes blessing, as they

had been involved in the planning and

visioning process for the community.

The most prominent street name

will be Osborne Drive, which runs

east/west through the community

next to the original homestead and

connects to land on the west side of

Southwinds, which was also owned by

the Osbornes. Another significant street

name is Osborne Park, immediately

adjacent to the park which was

dedicated to the family in late October.

Being located in the centre of the

community, Osborne Park is a central

meeting place for all residents. During

the planning process, we intentionally

designed the community around the

park with no residences backing onto

LocationAirdrie

BuilderMattamy Homes

DevelopmentSouthwinds

Home TypeUrban and street towns and single-family homes

Contactmattamyhomes.com

it, making it truly a public space in its

purest sense as theres no proprietary

feel to it. You can enjoy every inch

of the park without looking into

someones backyard, Case says.

The almost three-acre park has a

central plaza with seating areas, picnic

area and a large trellis, as well as a large

playground structure, a toboggan hill

and a puddle rink with lights that can be

flooded in the winter for a skating.

Also setting Mattamy communities

apart from others is that it develops

a community one street at a time

so that when people move in all the

homes on the street are complete, and

amenities are created alongside home

construction (weather permitting).

Another key amenity already

developed is a storm water pond that

was integrated with an environmental

reserve in one of the first phases. We

went through a detailed process of

harvesting 10,000 cuttings from the

existing wetland, letting them grow

in a nursery and segregating the

unique wetland soils, Case explains.

After grading we put the soil back

and replanted the cuttings. Its since

grown into a virtual forest providing

a protected environmental reserve

for residents to enjoy. Its an absolute

success and a model Airdrie will use for

future storm water ponds.

Located on a 150 acres, Southwinds

will eventually consist of 1,150 homes.

A few hundred homes are already

occupied in the first few phases.

Mattamy is currently selling single- and

multi-family homes in Phases 3 and

6. In November, Mattamy is releasing

walkout lots that back onto the

environmental reserve.

Buyers in Southwinds have a wide

range of homes styles to choose from,

from Urban Townhomes featuring

rear-attached double garages, to three-

storey Village Homes with single-car

front-attached garages, and starter and

move-up single-family homes with

double front-attached garages.

Homes in Southwinds showcase

Contemporary, Craftsman, Colonial

and Prairie architectural styles, which

combined with ample trees, inviting

front porches and discreet garages

integrated into the home create visually

appealing streetscapes.

To learn more about Southwinds,

visit the sales centre at 907 Windsong

Dr. in Airdrie, open Monday to

Thursday, 1 to 8 p.m., and Friday

and weekends, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.,

call 403.980.8765 or visit

mattamyhomes.com

14 YPNEXTHOME.CA

5 things to consider when buying a new home

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at ReMax House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to

show o the best Calgary has to o er! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca

Advice | CALGARYISM

By Cody Battershill

IF YOURE IN THE MARKET for a new home in Calgary,

chances are that you have a list of features you want

included some must-haves, and a few that youre

probably more fl exible on before signing on the

dotted line.

Here are some key features that you should always

consider and evaluate for yourself when viewing new

properties as they can drastically a ect your living

experience and resale value down the road.

#1 Interior layoutCalgarys new home builders have such a wide variety of

builds and fl oorplans available these days that you really

dont have to settle for a layout that is nearly perfect

except for that one part that you just cant get over.

It could be that the master bedroom is too small,

its bathroom too thin or perhaps the kitchen doesnt

have that ideal set up you want. Whatever it is, know

that you will likely fi nd another fl oorplan or di erent

builder all together that has these things you desire

so shop around!

#2 Windows and natural lightingUsually, the more windows a new home has the

better, not only for natural lighting, but also the open

feel they create when well-placed and are the right

size. Windows should also be positioned and sized

accordingly to give you a decent amount of privacy

from outside eyes.

Natural lighting is a huge factor when it comes to

getting the most out of your living space and enjoying it to

the fullest. A lack of natural light can be a problem in the

future when reselling and can also put a damper on how

you feel about being in a particular space.

#3 House orientationThe way a house is positioned on its lot can greatly a ect

the amount of natural light it receives during daytime, as

well as infl uence your cooling and heating bills.

A new home facing east will have a bright and warm

morning and evening, with natural light entering the home

during these hours. On the other hand, a north facing

home might not get as much sunlight and make for a

cooler living space during those hot summer days.

#4 Proximity to neighboursTypically, theres a drastic di erence in the space between

two new inner city infi lls compared to two suburban

homes, and this can a ect how private the space feels.

If privacy is a huge factor for you when buying a new

home, consider checking the views from each of the

windows inside and out, and do a perimeter walk around

the property to gauge if you are comfortable with it all.

#5 LocationLast but not least, location is probably one of the most

important factors when buying a new home in Calgary.

For example, buying in a new community with a proposed

elementary school on its way is a great opportunity for

couples planning to be parents, although if it were across

the city from work, there might cause more headache

than benefi t.

It basically comes down to what youre comfortable

with and what area of the city is best for your wants,

needs and lifestyle. Taking the time to fi nd the right

location is a must when searching for that perfect new

home fi t in Calgary.

Wishing you only the best on your new home search

in Calgary!

5 things to consider when buying a new home

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at ReMax House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to

show o the best Calgary has to o er! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca

Advice | CALGARYISM

By Cody Battershill

IF YOURE IN THE MARKET for a new home in Calgary,

chances are that you have a list of features you want

included some must-haves, and a few that youre

probably more fl exible on before signing on the

dotted line.

Here are some key features that you should always

consider and evaluate for yourself when viewing new

properties as they can drastically a ect your living

experience and resale value down the road.

#1 Interior layoutCalgarys new home builders have such a wide variety of

builds and fl oorplans available these days that you really

dont have to settle for a layout that is nearly perfect

except for that one part that you just cant get over.

It could be that the master bedroom is too small,

its bathroom too thin or perhaps the kitchen doesnt

have that ideal set up you want. Whatever it is, know

that you will likely fi nd another fl oorplan or di erent

builder all together that has these things you desire

so shop around!

#2 Windows and natural lightingUsually, the more windows a new home has the

better, not only for natural lighting, but also the open

feel they create when well-placed and are the right

size. Windows should also be positioned and sized

accordingly to give you a decent amount of privacy

from outside eyes.

Natural lighting is a huge factor when it comes to

getting the most out of your living space and enjoying it to

the fullest. A lack of natural light can be a problem in the

future when reselling and can also put a damper on how

you feel about being in a particular space.

#3 House orientationThe way a house is positioned on its lot can greatly a ect

the amount of natural light it receives during daytime, as

well as infl uence your cooling and heating bills.

A new home facing east will have a bright and warm

morning and evening, with natural light entering the home

during these hours. On the other hand, a north facing

home might not get as much sunlight and make for a

cooler living space during those hot summer days.

#4 Proximity to neighboursTypically, theres a drastic di erence in the space between

two new inner city infi lls compared to two suburban

homes, and this can a ect how private the space feels.

If privacy is a huge factor for you when buying a new

home, consider checking the views from each of the

windows inside and out, and do a perimeter walk around

the property to gauge if you are comfortable with it all.

#5 LocationLast but not least, location is probably one of the most

important factors when buying a new home in Calgary.

For example, buying in a new community with a proposed

elementary school on its way is a great opportunity for

couples planning to be parents, although if it were across

the city from work, there might cause more headache

than benefi t.

It basically comes down to what youre comfortable

with and what area of the city is best for your wants,

needs and lifestyle. Taking the time to fi nd the right

location is a must when searching for that perfect new

home fi t in Calgary.

Wishing you only the best on your new home search

in Calgary!

16 YPNEXTHOME.CA

Showhome Review | CREATIONS BY SHANE HOMES

Shane Homes presents a variety of fabulous home styles in Hillcrest

WITH A VARIETY of fabulous home

styles for first-time to move-up

buyers, Shane Homes and Creations

by Shane Homes have something

to please almost everyone in

Hillcrest in Airdrie.

Were really excited to be able

to offer laned homes by Creations

by Shane Homes for the first time

in Hillcrest, says area manager Jeff

Brodowski. We have six lots available,

with more lots available next year.

Were also building showhomes that

will be opening in the spring.

These laned homes start at

1,368 sq. ft. and go to more than 2,000

sq. ft., with most being two-storey

designs, but a couple of plans are three-

storeys with a loft on the top floor.

We have dual owners-bedroom and

three-bedroom plans all with upstairs

laundry and a concrete garage pad with

back laned access, Brodowski says.

All the homes come with our high

standards tile and laminate flooring

as per plan, granite countertops and six

appliances, and most plans have full-

width front verandas.

There are several models and

optional layouts available, providing

features such as deluxe ensuites,

fireplaces or a second living space on

the main floor. Prices for the laned

homes start in the $390,000s, which

is suitable for first-time buyers.

Creations by Shane Homes has

just launched its second street town

project, Urbana in Hillcrest is geared

toward first-time buyers, but its also

attracting down-sizers

and empty-nesters, says area

manager Ron Kerr.

We just launched Urbana in

Hillcrest in late September and were

getting a great response from a

mixed group of buyers who love that

they can get into a townhome with

a double detached garage and high

standard features for a great price

with no monthly condo fees, he says.

Urbana in Hillcrest features 28

two-storey homes showcasing seven

different models with one offering

dual owner bedrooms and the rest

with three bedrooms. The homes

range from 1,360 to 1,560 sq. ft. and

all include with a double detached

garage, front and rear landscaping, a

patio and a fenced yard.

Inside, buyers appreciate the

exceptional standard features such

as wide plank laminate floors, granite

countertops, under mount sinks,

stainless steel appliances, upstairs

laundry with front loading washer

and dryer and owners suites with

ensuites and walk-in closets and

all at an affordable introductory price

starting at $329,900.

Shane Homes also crafts stunning

double front-attached garage homes

in Hillcrest for people looking to

move-up or desiring a custom-

designed dream home. There are two

showhomes to view in Hillcrest the

Fiesta II and Tofino II.

The Fiesta II is the smallest model

we can build at 1,767 sq. ft. and we

build up to and over 3,000 sq. ft. with

triple-car garage, Brodowski says.

The Fiesta is a very family-oriented

home with a good sized kitchen that

you often see in much larger homes

and has many features buyers look

for such as a walk-through pantry,

upstairs laundry room, large bonus

room and spa-like ensuite. Its a great

move-up home and is very popular

with young families and downsizers.

Were also creating a lot more

luxury homes in Hillcrest because

the lots are more affordable than in

Calgary so buyers can get a bigger

home with more features, he says.

Being able to customize is huge for

us because people can get the home

that suites them best.

Shane has limited lots and a few

walkouts still available on the top of

the hill in Hillcrest the highest point

in Airdrie with mountain and Calgary

views with the remaining lots

backing onto greenspace with south-

or west-facing backyards.

For more information on Shane

Homes and Creations by Shane

Homes product lines in Hillcrest,

visit the showhomes at 109 and

113 Hillcrest Dr. S.W., Airdrie, open

Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m.,

weekends and holidays, noon to

5 p.m., call Jeff at 403.536.2316 or

Ron at 403.536.2310 or

visit shanehomes.com and

creationsbyshane.com

OPPOSITE

Tofino II kitchen

ABOVE

Shane Homes showhomes in Hillcrest (L) Tofino II (R) Fiesta II

RIGHT

Urbana in Hillcrest Street Towns

BELOW

Creations by Shane Homes: Revel


Showhome Review | CREATIONS BY SHANE HOMES

Shane Homes presents a variety of fabulous home styles in Hillcrest

WITH A VARIETY of fabulous home

styles for first-time to move-up

buyers, Shane Homes and Creations

by Shane Homes have something

to please almost everyone in

Hillcrest in Airdrie.

Were really excited to be able

to offer laned homes by Creations

by Shane Homes for the first time

in Hillcrest, says area manager Jeff

Brodowski. We have six lots available,

with more lots available next year.

Were also building showhomes that

will be opening in the spring.

These laned homes start at

1,368 sq. ft. and go to more than 2,000

sq. ft., with most being two-storey

designs, but a couple of plans are three-

storeys with a loft on the top floor.

We have dual owners-bedroom and

three-bedroom plans all with upstairs

laundry and a concrete garage pad with

back laned access, Brodowski says.

All the homes come with our high

standards tile and laminate flooring

as per plan, granite countertops and six

appliances, and most plans have full-

width front verandas.

There are several models and

optional layouts available, providing

features such as deluxe ensuites,

fireplaces or a second living space on

the main floor. Prices for the laned

homes start in the $390,000s, which

is suitable for first-time buyers.

Creations by Shane Homes has

just launched its second street town

project, Urbana in Hillcrest is geared

toward first-time buyers, but its also

attracting down-sizers

and empty-nesters, says area

manager Ron Kerr.

We just launched Urbana in

Hillcrest in late September and were

getting a great response from a

mixed group of buyers who love that

they can get into a townhome with

a double detached garage and high

standard features for a great price

with no monthly condo fees, he says.

Urbana in Hillcrest features 28

two-storey homes showcasing seven

different models with one offering

dual owner bedrooms and the rest

with three bedrooms. The homes

range from 1,360 to 1,560 sq. ft. and

all include with a double detached

garage, front and rear landscaping, a

patio and a fenced yard.

Inside, buyers appreciate the

exceptional standard features such

as wide plank laminate floors, granite

countertops, under mount sinks,

stainless steel appliances, upstairs

laundry with front loading washer

and dryer and owners suites with

ensuites and walk-in closets and

all at an affordable introductory price

starting at $329,900.

Shane Homes also crafts stunning

double front-attached garage homes

in Hillcrest for people looking to

move-up or desiring a custom-

designed dream home. There are two

showhomes to view in Hillcrest the

Fiesta II and Tofino II.

The Fiesta II is the smallest model

we can build at 1,767 sq. ft. and we

build up to and over 3,000 sq. ft. with

triple-car garage, Brodowski says.

The Fiesta is a very family-oriented

home with a good sized kitchen that

you often see in much larger homes

and has many features buyers look

for such as a walk-through pantry,

upstairs laundry room, large bonus

room and spa-like ensuite. Its a great

move-up home and is very popular

with young families and downsizers.

Were also creating a lot more

luxury homes in Hillcrest because

the lots are more affordable than in

Calgary so buyers can get a bigger

home with more features, he says.

Being able to customize is huge for

us because people can get the home

that suites them best.

Shane has limited lots and a few

walkouts still available on the top of

the hill in Hillcrest the highest point

in Airdrie with mountain and Calgary

views with the remaining lots

backing onto greenspace with south-

or west-facing backyards.

For more information on Shane

Homes and Creations by Shane

Homes product lines in Hillcrest,

visit the showhomes at 109 and

113 Hillcrest Dr. S.W., Airdrie, open

Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m.,

weekends and holidays, noon to

5 p.m., call Jeff at 403.536.2316 or

Ron at 403.536.2310 or

visit shanehomes.com and

creationsbyshane.com

OPPOSITE

Tofino II kitchen

ABOVE

Shane Homes showhomes in Hillcrest (L) Tofino II (R) Fiesta II

RIGHT

Urbana in Hillcrest Street Towns

BELOW

Creations by Shane Homes: Revel

18 YPNEXTHOME.CA

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WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, ReidBuilt Homes

SHORES ON WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Albi Homes

KINNIBURGH DEVELOPER: Pollyco Developments BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Canterra custom homes, Sterling Homes, Lifestyle Homes, Douglas Homes, Westridge Fine Homes, Broadview Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Sunstar Homes

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04 BUFFALO HILLS (coming soon) BUILDERS: Prominent Homes Douglas Homes, Klair Custom Homes Prominent Homes, Mapeland Homes

LAKEPOINTE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDER: Mattamy Homes Sales centre 400 Westpark Dr.

LANGDONBOULDER CREEK ESTATES DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Broadview Homes

HANSON PARK DEVELOPER: Hanson Park Developments BUILDERS: Canaco Homes Ltd, Ovation Homes Ltd, Douglas Homes

STRATHMORE THE RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: United BUILDERS: Jager Homes and Westview Builders

WILDFLOWER RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Cancorp Property Group Inc. BUILDERS: Carpenter Homes, Paradyme Homes, Aquilla Homes and Canterra Custom Homes

EDGEFIELD IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Pollyco BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes, Ovation Homes, Westview Homes, Aquilla Homes www.edgefieldstrathmore.com

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BUILDERS: Douglas Homes, Todays Homes, Ribero Homes and Compass Rose Homes

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Trending

Mattamy Homes welcomes new homeowners to CityscapeATTAINABLE HOMES Calgary

Corporation (AHCC), in partnership

with Mattamy Homes (Mattamy), is

pleased to welcome 10 deserving

families to their new homes in the

northeast community of Cityscape

this week.

AHCC, a nonprofi t social enterprise

and wholly owned subsidiary of The

City of Calgary, connects builders,

lenders, lawyers and others to bring

down the upfront costs of buying a

home so qualifying Calgarians can

get a foot on the property ladder

with a $2,000 down payment. In

2013, Mattamy Homes o ered 10 of

its popular Village Homes to AHCCs

Attainable Home Ownership Program

in an e ort to support this valuable

social program and the Calgarians

who benefi t from it.

Mattamy is committed to

providing homes to Calgarians at

every price point, and the program

through Attainable Homes takes that

to another level, said Don Barrineau,

Calgary Division President, Mattamy

Homes. We know that owning a

home is often one of lifes most

cherished and valued events, and

knowing that we have been a part of

providing 10 Calgary families with this

experience is very rewarding for the

Mattamy team.

AHCC o ers below market prices

on well-appointed apartment condos

and townhomes to qualifying home

buyers who contribute a $2,000

deposit and receive an equity loan to

go towards the purchase price of their

attainable home. When the home

owner decides to sell their home, a

portion of the home appreciation is

shared with AHCC to be reinvested in

the program to serve more Calgarians.

This is an important milestone

for the 10 families who are achieving

housing independence this week

and marks a tangible step forward

for the Mattamy-Attainable Homes

relationship, said David Watson, AHCC President and CEO.

It is partnerships like this that make it possible for us to

provide families who might not otherwise be able to a ord

a home, with a place to call their own and greater stability

in their lives.

The Cityscape townhomes are two and three bedroom

designs that also include an attached single car garage.

When the homes became available for purchase in

January, a number of families camped out overnight to be

fi rst in line to buy them, a group of them going so far as to

nickname themselves the crazy eight in a show of unity

and community.

New homeowners o cially began taking possession

of townhome units in Cityscape last Thursday. Located

at Country Hills Blvd and Metis Trail, Cityscape is

an integrated master-planned community that will

ultimately o er 4,000 homes to the city.

Visit mattamyhomes.com for more information regarding

Cityscape, and attainyourhome.com for more information

regarding AHCC.

The Hartwick family in front of their new Cityscape Village Home. From left, David Watson, AHCC president and CEO; Shauna Hartwick, homeowner; her parents, Carol and Don Hartwick, and children, Teagan Green and Jacob Hartwick; and Warren Saunders, vice-president, sales and marketing, Mattamy Homes.

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CHESTERMERERAINBOW FALLS DEVELOPER: Truman Developments BUILDER: Jager Homes, Lionsworthe Homes, Douglas Homes, ReidBuilt Homes

WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, ReidBuilt Homes

SHORES ON WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Albi Homes

KINNIBURGH DEVELOPER: Pollyco Developments BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Canterra custom homes, Sterling Homes, Lifestyle Homes, Douglas Homes, Westridge Fine Homes, Broadview Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Sunstar Homes

CALGARYREGIONEAST

CALGARY

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22

1A

22X

2

22X

797

1

543 2A

2TURNER VALLEY

PRIDDIS

STRATHMORE

BLACK DIAMOND

HERITAGE POINTE

OKOTOKS

HIGH RIVER

LANGDON

CHESTERMERE

COCHRANE

34


04 BUFFALO HILLS (coming soon) BUILDERS: Prominent Homes Douglas Homes, Klair Custom Homes Prominent Homes, Mapeland Homes

LAKEPOINTE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDER: Mattamy Homes Sales centre 400 Westpark Dr.

LANGDONBOULDER CREEK ESTATES DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Broadview Homes

HANSON PARK DEVELOPER: Hanson Park Developments BUILDERS: Canaco Homes Ltd, Ovation Homes Ltd, Douglas Homes

STRATHMORE THE RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: United BUILDERS: Jager Homes and Westview Builders

WILDFLOWER RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Cancorp Property Group Inc. BUILDERS: Carpenter Homes, Paradyme Homes, Aquilla Homes and Canterra Custom Homes

EDGEFIELD IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Pollyco BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes, Ovation Homes, Westview Homes, Aquilla Homes www.edgefieldstrathmore.com

LYALTA03 THE LAKES OF MUIRFIELD

BUILDERS: Douglas Homes, Todays Homes, Ribero Homes and Compass Rose Homes

SEARCH ONLINEypnexthome.ca

Trending

Mattamy Homes welcomes new homeowners to CityscapeATTAINABLE HOMES Calgary

Corporation (AHCC), in partnership

with Mattamy Homes (Mattamy), is

pleased to welcome 10 deserving

families to their new homes in the

northeast community of Cityscape

this week.

AHCC, a nonprofi t social enterprise

and wholly owned subsidiary of The

City of Calgary, connects builders,

lenders, lawyers and others to bring

down the upfront costs of buying a

home so qualifying Calgarians can

get a foot on the property ladder

with a $2,000 down payment. In

2013, Mattamy Homes o ered 10 of

its popular Village Homes to AHCCs

Attainable Home Ownership Program

in an e ort to support this valuable

social program and the Calgarians

who benefi t from it.

Mattamy is committed to

providing homes to Calgarians at

every price point, and the program

through Attainable Homes takes that

to another level, said Don Barrineau,

Calgary Division President, Mattamy

Homes. We know that owning a

home is often one of lifes most

cherished and valued events, and

knowing that we have been a part of

providing 10 Calgary families with this

experience is very rewarding for the

Mattamy team.

AHCC o ers below market prices

on well-appointed apartment condos

and townhomes to qualifying home

buyers who contribute a $2,000

deposit and receive an equity loan to

go towards the purchase price of their

attainable home. When the home

owner decides to sell their home, a

portion of the home appreciation is

shared with AHCC to be reinvested in

the program to serve more Calgarians.

This is an important milestone

for the 10 families who are achieving

housing independence this week

and marks a tangible step forward

for the Mattamy-Attainable Homes

relationship, said David Watson, AHCC President and CEO.

It is partnerships like this that make it possible for us to

provide families who might not otherwise be able to a ord

a home, with a place to call their own and greater stability

in their lives.

The Cityscape townhomes are two and three bedroom

designs that also include an attached single car garage.

When the homes became available for purchase in

January, a number of families camped out overnight to be

fi rst in line to buy them, a group of them going so far as to

nickname themselves the crazy eight in a show of unity

and community.

New homeowners o cially began taking possession

of townhome units in Cityscape last Thursday. Located

at Country Hills Blvd and Metis Trail, Cityscape is

an integrated master-planned community that will

ultimately o er 4,000 homes to the city.

Visit mattamyhomes.com for more information regarding

Cityscape, and attainyourhome.com for more information

regarding AHCC.

The Hartwick family in front of their new Cityscape Village Home. From left, David Watson, AHCC president and CEO; Shauna Hartwick, homeowner; her parents, Carol and Don Hartwick, and children, Teagan Green and Jacob Hartwick; and Warren Saunders, vice-president, sales and marketing, Mattamy Homes.

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T R I C O H O M E S | C A R D E L L I F E S T Y L E S | J AY M A N M O D U S | C E D A R G L E N L I V I N G

Set amid the rolling hills of Calgarys northwest, Nolan Hill recalls British Isles character of days

gone by right down to the castle-ruin entry features. Yet with abundant park space and

nearby shopping, schools and recreation, Nolan Hill offers a modern, family-friendly lifestyle

that combines the best of both worlds old and new. Take Sarcee Trail 1 km north from

Stoney Trail and follow the signs. NOLANHILLUNITED.COM

old world traditions.

modern living.

14 NEW SHOWHOMES OPEN!new sales centres

townhomesfrom the $300s

front garagefrom the $450s



collection zero lot line move up estate-style

09 EVANSVIEW DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Acuri Homes

10 SAGE MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.genesisland.com

11 VALLEY POINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Albi Homes

12 BEARSPAW WILLOW CREEK BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Hyatt Homes, Laratta Homes, Mckinley Masters Custom Homes

13 WATERMARK AT BEARSPAW #1 Community in Canada* DEVELOPER: Macdonald Development Corporation BUILDERS: Astoria Homes; Albi Homes, Trickle Creek Homes, Wolf Custom Homes www.watermarkatbearspaw.com

14 EVANSRIDGE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDERS: DS Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group, Morrison Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Westview Builders, Stepper Custom Homes, Calbridge Homes, Excel Homes

15 ROCK LAKE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Decker Management BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes

17 SHERWOOD DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group www.lifeinsherwood.com

18 MOUNT PLEASANT BUILDER: Landmark Homes www.landmarkgroup.ca

19 SYMONS GATE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Residential, Jayman MasterBuilt, Morrison Homes

01 PANORAMA HILLS DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Cardel Homes, Landmark, Excel Homes, Arcuri Homes

02 ROYAL OAK DEVELOPER: Birchwood Properties BUILDERS: Birchwood Properties

03 EVANSTON DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview, NuVista, Trico Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT

04 SAGE HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes

05 NOLAN HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Morrison Homes, Shane Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Jager Homes, Pacesetter Homes www.nolanhillunited.com

06 BEACON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Intergulf Cidex BUILDER: Trico Homes, Intergulf Cidex

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Developer: Birchwood Properties

Milano9 11

Builders: Birchwood PropertiesBuilders: Trico Homes

Sherwood

Developer: Genesis Development Corp.

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Builders: Majestic Homes

Showhomes: Sherwood Crescent NW

Showhomes: Tuscany Estates Rise NW Showhomes: 2003 20th Ave. Showhomes: 99 Panatella Hill NW

Beacon Heights

Developer: Intergulf Cidex

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Builders: Trico Homes/Intergulf Cidex

Kincora

Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. | Apex Developments

Hanson Ranch

Developer: Cedarglen Homes | Cardel Homes

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Builders: Evolution Homes | Majestic Homes | Excel Homes | Centrex Homes

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H O M E S B Y A V I | M O R R I S O N H O M E S | S H A N E H O M E S | S T E R L I N G H O M E S

T R I C O H O M E S | C A R D E L L I F E S T Y L E S | J AY M A N M O D U S | C E D A R G L E N L I V I N G

Set amid the rolling hills of Calgarys northwest, Nolan Hill recalls British Isles character of days

gone by right down to the castle-ruin entry features. Yet with abundant park space and

nearby shopping, schools and recreation, Nolan Hill offers a modern, family-friendly lifestyle

that combines the best of both worlds old and new. Take Sarcee Trail 1 km north from

Stoney Trail and follow the signs. NOLANHILLUNITED.COM

old world traditions.

modern living.

14 NEW SHOWHOMES OPEN!new sales centres

townhomesfrom the $300s




collection zero lot line move up estate-style

09 EVANSVIEW DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Acuri Homes

10 SAGE MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.genesisland.com

11 VALLEY POINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Albi Homes

12 BEARSPAW WILLOW CREEK BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Hyatt Homes, Laratta Homes, Mckinley Masters Custom Homes

13 WATERMARK AT BEARSPAW #1 Community in Canada* DEVELOPER: Macdonald Development Corporation BUILDERS: Astoria Homes; Albi Homes, Trickle Creek Homes, Wolf Custom Homes www.watermarkatbearspaw.com

14 EVANSRIDGE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDERS: DS Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group, Morrison Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Westview Builders, Stepper Custom Homes, Calbridge Homes, Excel Homes

15 ROCK LAKE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Decker Management BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes

17 SHERWOOD DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group www.lifeinsherwood.com

18 MOUNT PLEASANT BUILDER: Landmark Homes www.landmarkgroup.ca

19 SYMONS GATE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Residential, Jayman MasterBuilt, Morrison Homes

01 PANORAMA HILLS DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Cardel Homes, Landmark, Excel Homes, Arcuri Homes

02 ROYAL OAK DEVELOPER: Birchwood Properties BUILDERS: Birchwood Properties

03 EVANSTON DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview, NuVista, Trico Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT

04 SAGE HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes

05 NOLAN HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Morrison Homes, Shane Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Jager Homes, Pacesetter Homes www.nolanhillunited.com

06 BEACON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Intergulf Cidex BUILDER: Trico Homes, Intergulf Cidex

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Developer: Intergulf Cidex

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Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. | Apex Developments

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Developer: Cedarglen Homes | Cardel Homes

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Builders: Evolution Homes | Majestic Homes | Excel Homes | Centrex Homes

Builders: Genstar

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CALGARIANS CONTINUE TO mull over the benefits

and costs surrounding the possibility of a new

arena, fieldhouse and redevelopment of West

Village adjacent to the complex.

The $950-million project dubbed CalgaryNEXT,

introduced in August by Ken King, CEO of the

Calgary Sports and Entertainment Group which

owns the NHL Flames and the CFL Stampeders

has been front-page news across the city.

Even after making public that the city was

considering a bid on the 2026 Winter Olympics,

an event that would likely require a new rink,

Mayor Naheen Nenshi seemed quizzical about

the benefits of such facilities for Calgary. He cites

a stack of academic reports that claim there is

never an economic benefit out of these sorts of

investments.

Calgarians appear split on the notion of

replacing the Saddledome with a new venue. In a

recent survey, almost half of the respondents were

against the city and the sports ownership group

each chipping in $200 million to the project. City

councillors argue that citizens arent thrilled with

taxpayers dollars going into sports infrastructure,

while other elected officials say the proposal is

necessary to spark downtown activity.

According to the CalgaryNEXT financial

plan, additional money would come from a

$240-million Community Revitalization Levy which

would be paid back in taxes affecting residents

and businesses in West Village, which would also

receive a makeover. Remaining funds would come

via $250 user fee and ticket tax charged to patrons

of the new sports facilities.

It is premature to comment on how this will

affect taxpayers, says King. Our proposed funding

model was developed to work in conjunction with

existing city plans of building out the West Village

and the construction of a fieldhouse for the city.

Were bringing $450 million in funding to the table

in order to help move this development forward.

Our goal is to continue to build on the legacy of

this great city we all live in.

Gene Kosowan is a freelance writer specializing in

real estate in Alberta

Trending

Calgarians divided over arena plansBy Gene Kosowan

CALGARIANS CONTINUE TO mull over the benefits

and costs surrounding the possibility of a new

arena, fieldhouse and redevelopment of West

Village adjacent to the complex.

The $950-million project dubbed CalgaryNEXT,

introduced in August by Ken King, CEO of the

Calgary Sports and Entertainment Group which

owns the NHL Flames and the CFL Stampeders

has been front-page news across the city.

Even after making public that the city was

considering a bid on the 2026 Winter Olympics,

an event that would likely require a new rink,

Mayor Naheen Nenshi seemed quizzical about

the benefits of such facilities for Calgary. He cites

a stack of academic reports that claim there is

never an economic benefit out of these sorts of

investments.

Calgarians appear split on the notion of

replacing the Saddledome with a new venue. In a

recent survey, almost half of the respondents were

against the city and the sports ownership group

each chipping in $200 million to the project. City

councillors argue that citizens arent thrilled with

taxpayers dollars going into sports infrastructure,

while other elected officials say the proposal is

necessary to spark downtown activity.

According to the CalgaryNEXT financial

plan, additional money would come from a

$240-million Community Revitalization Levy which

would be paid back in taxes affecting residents

and businesses in West Village, which would also

receive a makeover. Remaining funds would come

via $250 user fee and ticket tax charged to patrons

of the new sports facilities.

It is premature to comment on how this will

affect taxpayers, says King. Our proposed funding

model was developed to work in conjunction with

existing city plans of building out the West Village

and the construction of a fieldhouse for the city.

Were bringing $450 million in funding to the table

in order to help move this development forward.

Our goal is to continue to build on the legacy of

this great city we all live in.

Gene Kosowan is a freelance writer specializing in

real estate in Alberta

Trending

Calgarians divided over arena plansBy Gene Kosowan

01 MYSTIC RIDGE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes www.mysticcalbridge.com

02 CURRIE BARRACKS BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Empire Custom Homes, Avi Urban, Calbridge Homes, Core Properties, Jayman Modus, Slokker Canada West

03 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments

04 CRESTMONT DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Augusta Fine Homes, NuVista Homes

05 ELMONT BAY BUILDERS: Westview Builders, Winwood Homes www.elmontbay.com

06 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes

07 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca

08 WEST GROVE ESTATES BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes, Augusta Fine Homes, West Grove Estates

09 SHAWNEE PARK DEVELOPER: Cardel Homes BUILDERS: Cardel Homes www.cardelhomes.com

10 ASPEN WOODS ESTATES DEVELOPER: Springbank Land Company BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Homes by Us, Truman Homes and Westview Builders

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01 OKOTOKS AIR RANCH & RANCHERS RISE DEVELOPER: Bordeaux Developments BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Sterling Homes, Wolverine Custom Homes

02 CIMARRON DEVELOPER: Tristar Communities BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Trico Homes, Coco Homes, Timbercreek Homes, Westview Homes, Kunz Homes

03 DRAKE LANDING DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, Sterling Homes, Prominent Homes

04 WESTMOUNT DEVELOPER: Prominence Development Corp. BUILDERS: Cornerstone Homes, Gramercy Homes, Carpenter Homes

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01 SADDLESTONE DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.saddlestonecalgary.com

02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes

03 CORNERSTONE DEVELOPER: Walton Development Coming soon www.liveatcornerstone.ca

04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes

05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes


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02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes

03 CORNERSTONE DEVELOPER: Walton Development Coming soon www.liveatcornerstone.ca

04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes

05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes


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Launch your landscape plan this winter

WITH THE TREES bare and winter

on the horizon, landscaping may

not be a priority for homeowners

to contemplate. Landscape 360

would like to highlight a few ideas

homeowners can explore over

the winter. Hiring a landscape

contractor should be exciting and

satisfying. However, this can be a

very discouraging time for some

homeowners, unsure of where to

begin, what you want it to look like

and who to talk too. Here are a few

tips to guide you through a satisfying

landscape construction experience.

Have a plan. You can never call a

company too early to plan for the

following seasons project. Many

landscape companies are limited in

the number of jobs they can do in a

season. Having a plan and beginning

the process early can allow for your

Insight

By Brad Jackman

project to be started in your desired

time frame.

Have a budget. It is important to

understand that quality landscaping

requires substantial investments

of time a

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