City of North Vancouver, British Columbia

Clear vision for the kind of community

The City of North Vancouver has a clear vision for the kind of community it plans to be.vibrant, diverse and highly liveable.

When it comes to building a sustainable community, the City of North Vancouver takes a proactive and integrated approach, balancing social, economic and environmental priorities. The willingness to pursue innovative solutions such as district energy and strong working partnerships are also critical.

The City is proud to be an early leader of district energy systems in Canada. Since 2004, the City's Lonsdale Energy Corporation has won numerous accolades for its state-of-the-art heating system, which delivers high efficiency energy to customers using alternative, renewable sources such as solar energy. The system first began serving the high-density neighbourhood of Lower Lonsdale, and has since expanded to Central Lonsdale.

To read the full article: Clear vision for the kind of community

To learn more about City of North Vancouver: http://www.cnv.org

      
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Tourism Vancouver - A Special Article

Beyond 2010: The Tourism Legacies of the Vancouver Olympic Winter Games

As we prepare to welcome the world in 2010, Vancouver will once again be on the global stage – almost 25 years after hosting the world at Expo ’86.

And although we’re less than a year away from hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the vision to host the Winter Games is actually decades old. In fact, Whistler submitted two previous bids to host the Olympics. But it was in 1997 that Tourism Vancouver, Tourism Whistler and Sport BC joined together, formally launching the winning bid quest. Six years later, in 2003, Vancouver was named the Host City for the 2010 Winter Games.

To read the full article: Beyond 2010: The Tourism Legacies of the Vancouver Olympic Winter Games

To learn more about Barry Tourism Vancouver: www.tourismvancouver.com/

City of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

An exciting City

Moose Jaw is poised to have an exciting few years with several major developments scheduled to take place. The City of Moose Jaw is a major player in this development as we seek to replace our aging rink with a new multi-purpose spectator arena, an eight sheet curling rink, and an indoor soccer facility. This project is worth 61 million dollars and is financed by the City of Moose Jaw, the Province of Saskatchewan and the Federal government. In addition, the community has been undertaking 10 millions of dollars of fund raising; quite a feat for a city of 34,500. Our new arena is to be built in a downtown location in keeping with our downtown revitalization strategy.

Downtown is also the location for our new River Street development. Envisioned by a private developer, this project includes a 1920’s theme hotel and retail stores built along historic River Street, capturing the past glory of the area. It is seen as a pedestrian friendly venue and will serve as an anchor in that area adjacent to the new arena.

To read the full story: An exciting City

To learn more about Moose Jaw: www.moosejaw.ca/

       
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Jessi Johnson - A Special Article

Is purchasing your first home really that tough?

Why is it that some people’s veins pulsate from the stress of purchasing their first home, while others don’t even break a sweat? In most circumstances the answer is simple; some are properly prepared while others aren’t. Is it really that difficult to send in the documents to your broker prior to writing an offer? Wait, your broker hasn’t asked for any documents? Get a new broker. Educate yourself with the right questions or attend a first home buyer seminar hosted by a trusted and reputable broker. A quick one hour seminar can give you all the information you need to know that will seriously decrease your stress load.

To read the full article: Is purchasing your first home really that tough?

To learn more about Jessi Johnson: www.jessijohnson.com

City of Brampton, Ontario

Revitalization, Reinvestment, Reimagining City

Revitalization, reinvestment, reimagining…these words are being used often in reference to the City of Brampton. A city approaching half a million residents, Brampton remains one of the fastest growing cities in the country, and one of the best kept secrets in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Brampton Mayor Susan Fennell’s passion and enthusiasm for the City is infectious. She, along with an active and dedicated City Council, work tirelessly to ensure residents feel safe and proud to live in the community. No wonder the City was recognized as an International Safe City in 2007 by the World Health Organization.

Downtown Brampton, the historic centre and heart of the city, is a unique part of the community. A commercial hub of the city since 1853, the downtown combines historic and contemporary homes with commerce, arts, culture, entertainment, recreation and dining, in a pedestrian environment.

To read the full story: Revitalization, Reinvestment, Reimagining City

To learn more about Brampton: www.brampton.ca

Bonus: Articles and Links

Articles of Interest
Vancouver2010: News Releases
Vancouver Real Estate Blog: Vancouver Real Estate Blog
British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA): BC Home Sales Continue to Climb
Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CMHC): Home Maintenance Tips for Summer
Seattle Bubble Blogs: Seattle Bubble Blogs

Useful Links
Property & Open House search: REALTOR.ca
Home Buyers & Sellers: realtylink
The Vancouver Sun website: The Vancouver Sun
The Province website: The Province
CityTv Vancouver website: CityTV
Gordon Price: Pricetags
Peter Kinch: Canadian Mortgage Team
Canada Mortgage & Housing Corp: CMHC
BC Real Estate Association: BCREA
Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA): CREA News

News1130 is Vancouver's only official radio station of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Tune-in to News1130 for all your Olympic news and information for Team Coverage, Breaking News and what's Happening Now as we journey along the road to the winter Olympics. The News1130 reporters will be granted exclusive access to be on-location and in-venue at the 2010 games as well as first-hand interviews with athletes moments after they cross the finish line.


This exciting opportunity is few and far between for News1130 as well as for businesses that would like to be associated with this Olympic experience. Your company’s message will be heard locally on the radio and internationally as we have listeners tuning in from all over the world through our live online streaming available on News1130.com.


Did you know? News1130 listeners are 47 percent more likely than the average Vancouver population to invest in real estate. Also, over 37,900 News1130 listeners own a second recreational property.

In such a competitive real estate market and a changing economy, it becomes more and more difficult for companies to differentiate themselves from so many others. A vast majority uses print and flyers. Not many are using radio to sell themselves in the Lower Mainland. The radio market is relatively untapped. Busy professionals and business people are spending less and less time reading newspapers.


With a well-written radio on-air commercial, you can raise your profile, establish yourself as an expert in the industry and make your name very well-known which will in turn equate to traction and sales.


News1130 leads the market in Lower Mainland listenership, reaching the real estate investor, professional community and higher house hold demographic. We have tremendous credibility in the market place as the only all-news station


Please feel free to contact us at anytime to discuss how an advertising campaign on our "All News" radio station can help tremendously with your business.

Brandy Wright @ 604-877-4452 brandy.wright@news1130.rogers.com

News1130 – ALL NEWS RADIO
Official Radio Station of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games
Phone: 604.873.2599 I Fax: 604.875.6054
Listen Live at www.news1130.com

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RE/MAX - A Special Article

Gen X is flexing their new purchasing muscle

Our internal survey of RE/MAX offices across the country have reported that Generation X purchasers are poised to replace aging baby boomers as the major force in recreational property markets across the country.

This demographic shift was originally noted in our 2009 RE/MAX Recreational Property Report highlighting sales, pricing, trends and developments in 50 Canadian markets. Our report found demand from Gen X (those born between 1965 and 1980) has nearly doubled over one year ago. Seventy-four per cent of markets surveyed this year reported a marked trend toward thirty-something buyers snapping up affordably-priced product, ranging from waterfront cottages to resort condominiums, compared to just 40 per cent in 2008.

To read the full article: Gen X is flexing their new purchasing muscle

To learn more about RE/MAX: www.remax.ca

2010 The Convention Exhibitor Opportunity

Five Ways Exhibiting Changes Everything

The decision you make to exhibit can begin a domino-effect of potential lucrative opportunities for your company.

1 . Opportunity to directly sell your products and services, face-to-face By exhibiting, you have the opportunity to directly sell your products and services, face-to-face, to well over 10,000 prospective Buyers and Investors at the show, and develop strong leads, and maximize your market exposure.

2. We save you the hassle of producing and paying for costly advertisements that can easily be thousands of dollars. Through our valued media sponsors such as The Vancouver Sun, The Province, Westcoast Homes & Design magazine, News 1130, Citytv (Breakfast Television), and Omni Television, plus many other forms of media exposure, we conveniently attract your target audiences to the Convention.

3. We bring you audiences that are already interested in real estate. BCREC is a show focused on bringing together the Buyers, Sellers and key decision-makers under one roof. They are ready to act now or plan to in the near future. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to meet the buyers and sellers face to face.

4. The Convention is a great meeting place to bring your current and past clients. Invite them to the free seminars where they will find world-class speakers scheduled throughout both Convention days. It is a great chance to build strong relationships with your clients.

5. BCREC is an excellent opportunity to clean up your remaining inventory.Bring them all and sell them at the Show. A surprising business opportunity could be waiting.

If you wish to exhibit your product, services or concepts to the 6th BC Real Estate Convention 2010, please email info@BCRealEstateConvention.com or phone now!
604-677-8203, Fax. 604-677-7720.

Exhibitor Benefits! As an Exhibitor, you can advertise for free to this newsletter. Call us to find out more.

Reach the most potential homebuyers every Thursday with Vancouver Sun's Re-Sale Real Estate section - Househunting

Profile of a Vancouver Sun Reader:

On an average Thursday The Vancouver Sun reaches 449,500* Greater Vancouver adults age 18+.

It stands to reason that the more educated you are, the higher your income will be. 48% of Vancouver Sun readers have a university degree. Vancouver Sun readers have an average household income of $83,145 per year, significantly higher than the market average. With 81% of Vancouver Sun readers owning their own home, they have an investment that has increased significantly over the past year. This means that Vancouver Sun readers have considerable equity, translating into buying power.

On an average Thursday The Vancouver Sun reaches..

• 139,500*/27%* of the GVRD adults 18+ with an Average Household Income of $100,000+ (more than the Globe and Mail and National Post combined)

• 118,200*/30%* of the GVRD adults age 18+ who are Senior/Other Managers/Professionals

• 214,600*/32%* of the GVRD adults age 18+ with an education level of University Graduate+

• 36%/ of the GVRD Adults 18+ who own a secondary or recreational property

*Nadbank 2007 1,835,300 Metro Vancouver Adults, Age 18+

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