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22 The Independent, Canadian Statesman Weekender, Bowmanville, Saturday, May 28,1994 Many Ways to Make Housing Affordable The ideas of more than thirty Canadian Canadian municipalities, who have come up with new ways to support affordable housing, have been compiled compiled in an effort to inspire other local local governments to do the same. The Honourable David C. Dingwall, Dingwall, Minister responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) released the study today documenting 69 affordable housing initiatives in over 30 municipalities across Canada at the annual Canadian Housing and Renewal Association congress in Calgary. The study examines local efforts to provide , shelter for the homeless, secure land and financing for affordable affordable housing, support housing for per sons with special needs, rehabilitate existing housing, promote community community economic development and housing housing partnerships. For example, the City of Quebec provides subsidies and tax credits to encourage the construction of affordable affordable housing in its core area, or for the conversion of buildings to residential residential use. In another case, the City of Fort McMurray, along with the province of Alberta, two oil companies companies and a local church, have provided provided a shelter for the homeless operated by the Salvation Army. "I am a strong supporter of locally-developed locally-developed solutions to address the need for affordable housing. But as this report demonstrates, partnerships with other levels of government, municipal municipal and community-based nonprofit nonprofit groups, and the private sector are needed to make the best possible use of available resources," said Mr. Dingwall. "I would encourage other municipalities to take a look at this report to determine if some of these ideas may apply to their local communities." communities." The study was completed by the Canadian Housing and Renewal Association Association (CHRA) for CMHC. Kate Moffat, President of the CHRA explained explained that she was pleased with the results of the survey that was the basis basis for this report and said, "We were impressed by the number of innovative innovative and creative ideas that we came across. There are local initiatives in all parts of this country, in both urban and rural areas. The ideas we have documented in the report should serve as an inspiration to other municipalities." municipalities." Copies of the report may be obtained, obtained, free of charge from the Canadian Canadian Housing Information Centre by phoning (613) 748-2098, or by writing writing to the following address: Canadian Canadian Housing Information Centre, CMHC, 700 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0P7. This article is provided by local Realtors and the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) for the benefit of consumers in the real estate market. If you're an avid gardener, you don't need a weather forecast to tell you that spring has arrived. No doubt you've already been poking around your lawn and garden, giving it the annual once-over, to see just how much damage the long and dreary winter months have caused. And now the real work begins - getting it into shape for the spring and summer. Regardless of whether you're a novice or seasoned gardener, you know that good gardens and lawns simply don't crop up overnight. They require a lot of care, patience and planning. Even low-maintenance gardens gardens need a certain amount of up-. keep. So, as you head out to plan, putter and plant, think about what you'd like to achieve with your garden this year. Do you want to introduce more variety? Do you want to incorporate entirely new elements - like a water , garden, a romantic rose arbour - or even a cozy little potting shed that can do doiible duty as a playhouse? You may be entirely happy with the way your existing lawn and garden garden look. But more and more home- owners are discovering the joy of departing departing from the norm and creating their own unique landscapes that reflect reflect their own individual lifestyles and preferences. For some, that may consist of shaded areas covered from end to end with groundcovers and no grass. For others, it may mean rambling beds of herbs and wildflowers. And others may simply prefer a series of pathways pathways that wind their way through a dense maze of color and vegetation. No matter what your personal taste is, there is an endless array of products and services to help you achieve the effect you desire. Consult an Expert If you want a major change, but you're in doubt about just what to do, try consulting a landscape architect architect for ideas. These professionals can tell you what will grow best in your particular environment - especially especially if you have unusual soil conditions conditions or extremely shady areas. They can also help you incorporate incorporate special elements into your landscape landscape plans - like the water garden or potting shed mentioned above. However, if hiring an expert isn't within your budget, try consulting magazines and books on gardening for ideas and information. You may also want to contact a local garden club for input - some have lending libraries. libraries. . Also, talk to friends and neighbours neighbours to compare notes and sec what they've incorporated into their gardens. gardens. II" you're still looking for inspiration, inspiration, take a long, leisurely walk around your neighbourhood to see if anything piques your interest or fires up your imagination.. Limited Space? Keep in mind that even if you don't have enough space for a lot of landscaping, you can still pack a lot of variety and color into a small, compact area - particularly if you use containers and window boxes. Decorative Decorative baker's racks loaded with plants and potting paraphernalia can also look stunning when placed on a patio. (These attractive stands can be obtained at many hardware stores or gardening centres.) When mapping our your plan, decide decide what you want to keep and what you want to revamp. If your property is saturated with perennials that you're happy with, consider limiting this year's buying spree to annuals. Also, make sure you carefully consider color and texture. If you like a lot of contrast, you'll want a wide variety of plantings. If you like a more uniform look, you may want to stick to one or two color schemes. But remember to factor in how much maintenance your choices will require. require. Harvest Your Own Vegetables You may also want to opt for a vegetable garden. This can be an extremely extremely rewarding project for the entire entire family as you nurture and harvest your own crops. Youngsters generally generally find this particularly exciting. It's also a fun way to teach them a little bit about their environment. If you opt for this route, it's important important to take your soil and light conditions into consideration. Some crops, like tomatoes, generally require require a good deal of sunlight. SETTING THE STAGE When preparing your home to be shown to prospective buyers, use subtle showmanship to help set the right atmosphere. Give your home a zestful, happy, inviting look. Don't just sell à house - sell a home! , For evening inspection, brighten your home from the front porch light on. through all the rooms in the house. Little decorator touches - a vase of flowers, a few plants, small pillows can add much to the comfortable feeling of a home at a very reasonable cost. If you are having your home shown in the winter, a crackling fire in the fireplace adds irresistible attraction. A working fireplace is a major attraction to home buyers. A large mirror can make a small room look larger. Properly placed, it can reflect and magnify many of your best selling points. Definitely turn off the TV and turn on soft background music on the stereo to create that subtle-lived-in atmosphere. Your prospects are buying more than a house - they are buying a new way of life. So make your home LIVE!! You could be the winner of a 1994 Pontiac Grand AM SE for buying or selling through me this year! Please call me for details. I can be reached at Family Realty 2000 Ltd., 1 King St. W, Bowmanville, 623-2000 (24 hr. pager). © FRANK REALTOR W. 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