Established 1989Issue #255

February 2014Your Dekker Team NewsletterThe bearer

Living in Ottawa

Have you attended our Wealth Building Workshop If you just shook your head no, what are you waiting for? At the Wealth Building Workshop you will be entertained and enlightened by experienced professionals who can give you the counsel you need to Wake Up Your Sleepy Assets. If you have always wondered about investing, RRSPs, or saving for a rainy day this is the workshop for you.

You will hear from our experts as they deliver their knowledge of wealth accumulation to you. You will receive helpful hints, kind reminders, and hard core advice. From there, they can address some of the questions that keep you up at night. Finally, if you decide you would like to deepen your understanding of your personal financial situation, you will have the opportunity to schedule a complimentary one-on-one with our experts at a later date.

Wealth Building Workshops are held on the second Thursday of every month, 6 - 8 pm at 1 Antares Drive, Suite 110, Ottawa. (The Keller Williams Solid Rock Realty office)

If you’ve already been to our Wealth Building Workshop, you know the power of real estate. We encourage you to subscribe to Ryan Dekker’s investment property of the week by e-mailing marketing@dekkerteam.com. Each week, Ryan will break down the numbers for the best investments in Ottawa.

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OttawaCurrent Active Listings Avg Price

4321 $435,047

Dec 20, 2012 - Jan 20, 2013 Avg Sale Price: Avg Days on Market

419 Sold $351,651 61

Dec 20, 2013 - Jan 20, 2014 Avg Sale Price: Avg Days on Market

392 Sold $350,429 64

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Ottawa | $180,000 Tons of amenities in this condo unit! Updated paint, kitchen. 2 bedroom condo located next to everything.

Greely | Exclusive Listing! Call us! Screened in porch with scenic views of 3 acres of land. Big bedrooms and grand foyer. Geothermal cooling and heating.

Greely | $440,000 Updated 5 bedroom hi ranch. Granite countertops in kitchen, bathrooms. Lots of space!

Mountain | $450,000 4 acres with gorgeous serene country views at every turn. Century home with charming carriage guest house!

Manotick | $600,000 Almost an acre of land on waterfront! One of the most beautiful locations in the Manotick area! Gorgeous views of the Mill!

Greely | $519,000 Completely turn key ready! Spa like master ensuite. Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Insulated workshop.

Russell | $350,000 Investment potential with in a full one bed-room in law suite! Bring your creativity to this spacious family home!

Manotick | $400,000Modern meets country in this spacious 2 storey family home! Gorgeous kitchen and bathroom renovations, a must see!

Manotick | $499,000Amazing value in Manotick. Diamond in the rough with sauna, salt water pool, in law suite and beautiful great room.

Manotick | $585,000Deeded water access across the street. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Cathedral ceilings.

Manotick | $400,000Practically brand new home with great finishes including granite countertops and modern fixtures!

Manotick | $735,000Located in the desirable neighbourhood of Manotick minutes from the Rideau River. Spacious 3 car garage that fits 5 cars.

Community Events and Classes

Barrhaven 6 hand eucre - held on Thursday nights at 7 pm. Priz-es, refreshments, FUN. held at Southpoint Community Building, 220 Stoneway Dr off Woodroffe, N of Strandherd. myrnaj@rog-ers.com 613 797 9442It’s Hip to be Square: Sat., Feb.22, Tom Brown Arena, 141 Bay-view Rd., Ottawa, K1Y 4M3 - Join us for 2 hours of FUN dancing Contemporary Square Dance Basics. No experience necessary. Couples or singles welcome. $10/person. Call Wendy: 613-987-2711.“Tired of the winter blahs? Ready to start working on your New Year Resolution for better fitness? Come and join us at The MET (Metropolitan Bible Church) every Wednesday from 12:15 – 1:15 pm. for a FREE women’s fitness class. Certified Fitness Instructor. Includes a 5-min inspirational “Fit Tip”! Any questions? Contact the church office at 613-238-8182.”JUST KIDDIN’ THEATRE - new session starts this month. We will be mounting the comedy Father Figure, a comedy that pokes lots of fun at fatherdom. The production will be May 2-4. As usual, our plays are ensemble based where everybody gets a part. For more information about the play and to register, visit justkiddintheatre.com. YOUTH Ages 9+ - Wed co-directors Gord Hawkes & Andrie Nel. TEEN group - Thurs directed by Stephanie Parry“Royal Albert & the Collection” (50’s. 60’s, 70’s band) Manotick United Church (Main Street) Friday, February 14th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25 (includes Food starting at 6:30 pm) Lisa (692 - 4576) or MaryMarg (692 – 0949) Man. Karen Refugee ProgramMetcalfe Cooperative Nursery School- Open house/Bake Sale and Registration for fall 2014. 8140 Victoria street Metcalfe Saturday Feb 8th 2014 9-11:30 am. We offer Toddler program 18 months - 2 1/2 years Tuesday and Friday 9-11amPreschool program 2 1/2years - 4 1/2 years Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9-11:30Used Book Drop Off Saturday, Mar 29. 10a.m.to 3 p.m.Friends of the Farm are holding a USED BOOK DROP-OFF for our Used Book Sale to be held in June. No magazines, encyclopaedias, or text books.Bldg. 72, Experimental Farm, Arboretum, east off Prince of Wales roundabout, 613-230-3276 info@friendsofthe-farm.ca www.friendsofthefarm.caRAG AND BONE PUPPET THEATRE -Touring puppet company specializing in folktales for children. “The Nightingale” (Ages 5-12) Sat. Feb. 8, 2:00 p.m. St. James Church (Bridge St. in Manotick) Tickets: $10 Ph. 692-2900 or stjames.eventbrite.ca or at doorStage Children’s Theatre Group proudly presents “Porridge”. A spoof of the three Bears. Fun filled family entertainment Feb 6 and 7/ Osgoode Public School / 7 pm(Doors open at 6:30) / Tickets- $7 / Call 613-826-6680The Metcalfe Holiness Church welcomes you to join us singing Hymns Feb. 9th - 7:00 pm 1564 John Quinn Road, Greely ONFor information call 613-821-2237Private Chess Lessons or Reading Tutoring (JK up to Grade 6)Grade 8 student will teach your child the basics of chess, or tutor reading. Mon, Wed or Thurs (4:30 - 5:30 pm or 5:00 - 6:00 pm)Held at Greely Public Library $10 a session. Call 613-425-1133

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MARCH 1 - $1,575/mo. New 3 bed & 2.5 baths town in Riverside South, ceramic and gleaming hardwood main level. Includes 6 new appliances and central air & all window covering plus tons of storage space and 1 car garage with garage door opener. 613-851-9772

Client Care is our #1 GoalWelcome New & Returning Clients!

Mike, Leah, Andrew

Congratulations! Tran & Shannon, Ronald, Leah, Richard &

Joy, Roger.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTRODUCTIONS Thank you for trusting in the Dekker Team and introducing us to those you care about. We appreciate and value the opportunity to help you and those you introduce to us.

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PHOTOGRAPHY-Professional Wedding, Family & Portrait photography. Husband & wife team. (613)-724-2154 or info@jonathankuhnphotography.com. jonathankuhnphotography.ComLocal Electrician based in Osgoode, 20+ yrs experience offering residential, commercial services. New construction and renos, hot tub/pool & generator installations. Fully licensed & insured Call Jason @ 613-407-3344 or jrwilliselectric@gmail.comResolve to feel well this year! Yoga classes - daytime / evening - Greely, Manotick & Kars. All levels welcome! Also available: thai yoga massage - great for stretching & relaxing! www.unfold-ingpath.ca, Leanne, 613-821-9789. Hairstyling in Barrhaven (Stonebridge area) Hair stylist with license and 9 years experience. Residential based salon. Cut, colour and blowdry $60 (long hair extra $10) Men cuts $15, Kid cuts $10. Seniors save $5. Call to make an appointment. 613 692 3399 ask for LoriSEWING AND ALTERATION. Anykind of sewing and Alteration. Always good work at good price. Traditional dresses (Pakistani Indian ,African) Home decor sewing. All kind of Curtains, sheers, cushions,pillow covers sofa. Name tag,logo handmade or machine work .Call 613 8221645INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY PORTRAITS - Designed and con-structed from scratch, this homey photography studio offers sev-eral inviting backdrops for relaxed family portraits. Let an expe-rienced photographer guide you through a session that captures everyone at their candid best: Happy clients can’t praise their photos enough: Visit: www.creattica.ca or Call 613-822-1645Looking for Moms who want to stay at home with their children and still contribute to the family finances. Absolutely No risk, no inventory and no selling. Free training and support for this simple business you can do from the comfort of your home. Must have good customer service skills and be self motivated. Contact me at wellnessmomsteam@gmail.com for all the details.LAW OFFICE OF G. TODD BARNEY-Personal Injury Law. 20 years experience. Medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, slip & falls. Call 613-491-9200. Serving Manotick, Riverside South, Greely and surrounds, conveniently located on Manotick Main St.DOG AND CAT SITTING IN MY HOME. NO CRATES. FENCED YARD. HEIDI’S HAVEN PAMPERED PET CARE. Call Eileen 613-692-2055BOOT CAMPS: IN-door and out-door now available. Starting working towards all your health and fitness goals in a fun, group environment.Contact Caroline at shape-up.caFITNESS TRAINING: At private gym in Greely. One to one and small groups. Meno planning, trainings programs for home. Boot Camps also available. Contact Caroline at shape-up.caWebsite Developer : I am a web developer, who can create a new website, or update your current one. With 8 years experience I can make your vision findable online. Please call Patrick at 613-863-WEBS email: hello@patrickpaquette.com

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What if you could change YOUR world and THE WORLD at the same time? You can through our Mission 5 Million℠ program! When you buy your supplements from me, you help an undernourished child get the nutritional supplements they deserve. Help a child.GREELY TREE SERVICES WINTER SALE 35% off all tree removals booked for February or March 2014. We are a local company offering a fully insured service, for all aspects of tree work. Please call 613 574 0247 to schedule a free quote.Is it time to write or update your Will and Powers of Attorney. Call us at 613.695.8777 to book an appointment. Senior Citi-zens receive a 10% discount on legal fees.SPECIAL DISCOUNT ON LEGAL FEE FOR SALE OF RESIDENTIAL HOME : $699* plus disbursements. Conditions apply. Call 613.695.8777. Visit our website: www.myottawalawyer.com for our Seller’s guide. Plus 25% discount on our Wills & POAs to first time buyers.COMPUTER REPAIR. website design. 9yrs experience. certi-fied Professional technologist - Algonquin College. WWW.DCRTECH.NET $25/hour - email - Drew@dcrtech.net - Resi-dential & Commercial Service. Call - (613) 826-0521. Appoint-ment only.Free pick-up of scrap metal and electronics. No item is too small. Friendly and prompt service. Items such as: Household appliances, electronics, e-waste, TV’s, anything with an elec-trical cord, brass, copper, aluminum, car batteries, steel, cars. 613-291-3215At Home Plans – Custom Residential Design & Drafting. Custom Plans for houses, garages, additions, etc BCIN & 3D Renderings included. Call/txt/email to discuss your design needs. Contractor pricing available. 613-240-6882 / anthony@athomeplans.caCUSTOM CLOSETS - custom closets designed and built by a professional, local carpenter. I have over 20 years experience in all manner of finish carpentry. Call me to view my portfolio & references. e-mail:sauvecarpentry@hotmail.com/ 613-800-5137.WINE ON TIME. Your local brew on premise. 990 River Road. Manotick. 613692 2279. Time to start your summer wine.

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Search of a PICK UP TRUCK RENTAL for 3.5 weeks in July 2014. Need the following criteria to toe an RV: cab for 5 passengers, towing capacity of 8,000lbs, 2 5/16 ball on the hitch, 7 way wiring harness and an electric brake control. Anyone with info please contact me via email at treasures.ca@gmx.net. Any help on this matter would be appreciated.

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For sale: 4 TOYO winter tires GO2 Plus Open Country 235/70R16 on steel rims. $750.00. Call John 613-822-9303.Two matching concrete garden urns for sale. 15”x 11” tall. Ideal for impatiens/lobelia or small Mums etc. Please call 613 821 1702 if you would like to view. Asking $45 for the pair. 613 821 1702 Suzuki Digital Ensemble HP-200 Piano for sale. Dark cherry wood colour. Approx. 54” long x 32.5” high. Selection of music and instruction manual included. Please call 613-821-1702 for more information. Asking $900.Stroller Gracco - navy - 3 pt harness $20.00. High Chair - Gracco - 5 pt harness - taupe - removable food tray - vinyl liner $25.00. Heater - Catalytic - Coleman - 3,000 BTUs - bruns up to 20 hrs on one filling $25.00. Snugli - front/back pack - 7 - 26 lbs. Evenflo - like new $25.00. Mixmaster - Sun-beam - 3 speed - hand electric $5.00. Watch - Ladies - Seiko quartz - silver/gold band - fits smallwrist $20.00. Wine fridge - Magic Chef - hold s 6 bottles - no shelves $10.00. Pet Car-riers - Large & Small (on wheels) $L0.00 EACh. Rims -winter tires - 15 x 6 - 4 bolts hole - 4.5 inches apart $l0.00 each. Chair/table - attached - solid maple - like new $25.00. Angels - ceramic - 15 assorted - mint condition -great gift for collector $5.00. Stamps - 3 sets of postage stamps ofChina -serial nos. and date of issue - complete - 1993, 1994 and 1993 - each set contains over 50 usable stmaps - $20.00 ea set 613-733-2289high end audiophile stereo system. PSB synchrony 1B speakers finished in beautiful ebony wood; target HR60 24” speaker stands; Bryston BP6P preamplifier with internal MM phono input; Bryston 3bsst 150 watts/channel power amplifier. Cambridge audio 650 c cd player. Price $6080. Pure system with tanberg 3008a preamp with internal mm and mc inputs. in place of the Bryston preamp$4780 613 822075514.1 cu ft, black, Kenmore, upright freezer for sale. Excellent condition, 1 yr original warranty remaining. Manual defrost. 1 pullout wire basket, 3 shelves. Asking $350.00. Serious inquiries only, must pick up. Photos available. 613 821 3313Vaporizer $8, Moulinex deep fryer $20, folding picnic table $25, white pedestal fan with 3 speed/tilt/oscillating $15, antique travel trunk circa 1920 with leather and wood $100, antique looking metal birdcage $200, baby sled $8, booster seat for car $15, Safety First bed rail $15, Lite Brite $5, Little Tykes bubble mower $10, boys 14” bike with training wheels $30, smoke/pet free home 826-3677Poles - ski - Skilom - Made in Norway - 135 cm./53 inches high - bamboo - $20.00. Coffee Urn - Westbend - 80 cup capacity - $25.00. AutoGKuard (Koolatron) new in box - air compressor/vacuum cleaner/battery to jump start car/flashlight - $20.00. 613-733-2289Baby Girl Clothes (6 months to 3 years) . Name brands and excellent condition, 50 cents each. White reclined baby bathtub $2.00. 3 Pink Snowsuits (from 3 months to 2 years) $10 each. Pink Glee Watch (like new) $5. 613-425-1133boys 10/12 Firefly ski jacket $50, girls 12/14 2pc winter jacket $50 both new condition; round wood coffee table $45; oblong wood coffee table with fold-down sides $55; black fireplace tool set incl 4 tools, stand, wood holder $50, call 613-491-0024FOR SALE: snow tires on rims 195-65-R15 $300; Little Tikes Rocking Chair $15; Little Tikes Cozy Coupe Car & Gas pump $45; Little Tikes Playhouse $160. Tel: 613-302-9671 or trea-sures.ca@gmx.net.

Karen’s Ages&Stages - 613 299 5686 I am an Early Childhood Educator running a home childcare.I have full time spaces available. I run a theme based childcare program. Nutritional snacks and lunch with lots of outside play. Come and join us.child care provider with 28 yrs experience has openings for full or part time care hrs are 7 to 5 lots of out door play all home cooked meals ref available cpr certified there is a dog but she loves children come and check it out 613-821-3736Daycare provider with 12 years experience has spaces available in Osgoode. Includes meals, snacks, reading, crafts and games. Healthy, smoke-free environment. Flexible schedule. CPR certified. References provided. Please call Nichola. (613) 222-3198. (nicki.howarddodds@gmail.com)Home Childcare in the village of Osgoode. Keeping it brief to leave room for others:) Before and after spaces as well as onefull time space available. Call Christine @ 826-1427Home based daycare at Riversidesouth owned and operated by a mother. Bus qualify to all kids from gr1 - gr8. Steve Maclean, St Jerome and Bernard Grandmaitre.ecolecatholique. Currently have a spot available. Occasional care available. FT/PT,before school,occasional. I offer a safe, clean, nurturing environment where your child will enjoy active play including arts and crafts, music, outdoor/indoor activities. Home made meals and healthy snacks. all ages. smoke/pet free. 613 822 1645

Lovely dinnerware for 8 by Noritake - set has never been used. Consists of 8 - 5 piece set, bowls, teapot, cream and sugar, salt and pepper, gray boat stand, extra pieces in case of breakage. Actual cost: $1300. Asking $750. 613 821 6332Chinese vases & plates - 12 small plates, 12 small vases each in a black wood display. Asking $100 ea. display. 613 821 6332.Canon 17-55mm F2.8 Lens. In great condition. One of the best all around lenses you can buy. Will cost yo u over $1000 to buy in stores. Asking $750. fogartb@gmail.comboys 10/12 Firefly ski jacket $50, girls 12/14 2pc winter jacket $50 both new condition; round wood coffee table $45; oblong wood coffee table with fold-down sides $55; black fireplace tool set incl 4 tools, stand, wood holder $50, call 613-491-0024REFEREE EQPT FOR SALE: brand new & never used (hat, stirrups,ref shirt, belt,whistle, flag & shoes(size 11) and yard marker. Paid $350.00 looking for B.O. e-mail: mikes.2@hotmail.com or 613-800-5137. Pics avail.

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