View Homes For Sale Map Search   To learn more about what housing optionsUxbridgeand the surrounding area has to offer;be it condominium or detached homes, in town or rural communities,country homes, estates or farms just give me a call or   THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME 12/30/2009

Fantasy Of Lights - Uxbridge - A Staycation Destination After the sights and sounds of the Living Nativity, one of Uxbridge's Christmas Traditions, we took a drive through town to see some of the lights on homes in the area. They ranged from the traditional to the conventional to beyond. There were colourful Nativity scene's and Angels   There were reindeer and more reindeer Penguins & Polar Bears Even Santa on a Harley   Fantasy Of Lights - Uxbridge - A Staycation Destination We then took a drive through Elgin Parkto view another Uxbridge Tradition, The Fantasy of Lights You enter through the light tunnel and drive around the outskirts of the woods where local business and organizations have put on a light display for all to enjoy.       12/28/2009

View Homes For Sale Map Search Properties For Sale In The Communities Of Uxbridge | Scugog/Port Perry | Whitchurch/Stouffville Georgina | Brock | Ballantrae/Musslemans_Lake To learn more about what housing optionsUxbridgeand the surrounding area has to offer;be it condominium or detached homes, in town or rural communities,country homes, estates or farms just give me a call or THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME 12/01/2009

In an earlier post You and "YOUR" Property Tax Bill -- Is Current Value Assessment (CVA) A Better Way?  I looked at our current assessment system and the unfairness of it for many taxpayers. Today's example looks at the Durham Region Portion of Your Tax Bill from the point of view taken by some who feel a head tax is more appropriate than property tax for raising taxes locally.   THE BACKGROUND   It is interesting to note that while the three northern communities paid the smallest portion of the overall region tax bite they also have the smallest populations. Meanwhile Oshawa which has the largest population also pays the highest portion of the overall tax bite.   In looking at the two charts above you will notice very little movement in the location on the chart or the size of their pi... 11/30/2009

Weighty Words - Wisdom / Want "Wisdom is knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action; sagacity, discernment, or insight." Wikipedia "In economics, a want is something that is desired. It is said that people have unlimited wants, but limited resources. Each person has wants. You might want a laptop while your best friend may want a desktop computer. Thus, people cannot have everything they want and must look for the best alternatives which they can afford." Wikipedia    In the purchase or sale of Real Estate these words carry a lot of weight and consequences. If size mattered the scales would always tip towards wisdom but unfortunately wants often outweigh the wisdom when it comes to buying or selling your home. When we talk to sellers we often hear I need ... 11/22/2009

Demographics - Our Aging Population Demographics play a major role in the housing market Changes in new housing styles and size over the years have been driven by many factors. Currently the major driving force is our aging population. As our population ages the need for new nursing homes and seniors residences continue to grow, but what about the empty nesters who are not ready for that yet. Today's young seniors are being draw to senior communities, with homes built for their active lifestyle. some are built around golf courses while others are built in areas that had traditionally been cottage country being located on or near our numerous lakes. Often these homes are bungalow in design but unlike the older smaller utilitarian style bungalows of the past they are much larger and more ... 11/12/2009

Uxbridge Remembers Those Who Gave All ... ... with a Remembrance Day parade November 11th starting at 10.40 and Service at the Cenotaph afterward. This is but one way of paying tribute the more than 100,000 men and women who have given their all. Our local papers paid tribute and remembrance to those who served with articles about why it is important that we do remember and the part Canada and Canadians played in the wars. In one article the author Roger Varley tells a story about Cyril Allison, who later became a resident of Uxbridge, being the first person to have read the poem "In Flanders fields" right after it was written by John McCrae. Local Author and Journalist Ted Barris,provided further insights utilizing excerpts from his new book "Breaking the Silence". He talks about Local... 11/10/2009

  The Eleventh Hour Of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month This Remembrance Day is the 91st anniversary of the end of the First World War. It was at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918 that the guns of the First World War went silent. In remembrance of all who put themselves in Harms way so that we could,and continue too, be able to enjoy the freedoms we enjoy today.   In Flanders fields In Flanders fields the poppies blowBetween the crosses, row on row,That mark our place; and in the skyThe larks, still bravely singing, flyScarce heard amid the guns below. We are the dead. Short days agoWe lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,Loved, and were loved, and now we lieIn Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe:To you from failing hands we throwThe t... 11/03/2009

" Step In Thyme" ... Christmas Sale The Lucy Maude Montgomery Society of Ontario is holding a Christmas gift sale to supprt the work of the LMMSO Society.This is your opportunity to visit the manse while enjoying a drive in the country. Help support this worthwile project by purchasing; quality one of a kind home made gifts with a personal touch, decorations for your home, home baking or preserves. This Friday or Saturday take a short trip to Leaskdale and visit the Leaskdale Manse, Home of the famous Canadian Author "Lucy Maud Montgomery" and her husband Rev. Ewan Macdonald a Presbyterian minister from 1911 to 1926, It was during her residence here that she wrote 11 of her 22 best selling novels.   Friday November 6th 1 pm to 7 pmSaturday November 7th 10 am to 4 pmCash or Cheques Only ... 11/02/2009

The Everything Christmas Store brought to you by the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Auxillary The Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Auxillary is offering an opportunity to double up on your spending, by buying items from their "Tis The Season Christmas Store" you will get some great items and support a great cause.   Don't Forget! You can purchase your holiday decorations, hostess gifts, Christmas candy, holiday jewelery, teachers gifts and more from the Christmas Store. Benifits to Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Auxiliary With all proceeds going to the Auxiliary this is a win win for our community. You can give back to the community through this worthwhile effort by the auxiliary and save on fuel (reduce your carbon footprint) by shopping locally. The store is located at 20 Bascom Street across from the... 11/01/2009

Durham Region E-Waste Event Free Residential Collection As part of National Waste Reduction Week Durham Region has set up a free E-Waste  collection centre for this Saturday in Whitby. Free of Charge For Durham Region Residents Only Allowed Items Satellite Systems Computers, Monitors, Printers and accessories Fax Machines and Photocopiers Gamimg Systems Televisions Phones and PDAs Calculators and electronic cash registers Radios, Amplifiers, Turntables and Stereos VCR, DVD players and Projectors Cameras and Recorders Free Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Part of National Waste Reduction Week - October 19th to the 25th 10/23/2009

Uxbridge Is Having A Street Party Strawberry Threads and the Tin Cup are throwing a street party as part of their grand opening. A good portion of the downtown area was the subject of "The Big Dig" this past summer with the main street closed off for a good portion of that time. Now with the Big Dig almost completed the local merchants are throwing a street party on Saturday the 17th. There will be a fashion show 3:15 a cocktail reception at 4:00 and Lukas Rossi will perform from 5:30 to 6:30.   10/16/2009

Google Street level viewing is now available in Toronto and it is relatively easy to use. Last summer the google crew were in Toronto taking street level photos. Now you can access them on Google maps. All you have to do is search for the address on google maps, zoom all the way in then click on the little man in the upper left hand corner of the map. As a teenager I lived for some time with my grandmother in Toronto at 31 Simpson Ave so I tried it out and after a few minutes of orientating my self here is the result. You can send the link by email or add it to a web site View Larger Map 10/07/2009

Hints Of Rising Interest rates Is now the best time to lock in your mortgage? Before jumping in with both feet one should look at, and compare, the effect an increase will have on your comfort level or your ability to pay. Locking in now will ensure your rate for a given period of time but it will be higher than your current floating rate resulting in an immediate increase in your mortgage payments. While mortgage rates are at historicaly low levels two TD economists feel that Mortgage rates may soon rise if the real estate market does not cool off. August home sales were up more than 18% across Canada over last year and avergae home prices continued to rise. Continued surging home sales and rising prices may force the Bank to rethink its pledge to keep its interest rates at .025% till ... 10/06/2009

Habitat For Humanity Day - Monday, October 5, 2009 Last Year (2008) 35,532 REALTORS® who donated funds to the Realtors Care Foundation helped enable the foundation to donate over 1/4 of a million dollars to shelter related charities in Ontario. The support of 18 Ontario real estate boards and their members who participated in the various campaigns to raise funds for the foundation helped make it possible to donate money to shelter based charities that included; women's, youth's, and men's shelters, Habitat for Humanity in several areas throughout Ontario, Out of the cold programs, hospices, Community Living and many many more. The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) foundation works to support shelter related charities throughout Ontario in their efforts to provide emergency and per... 09/29/2009

This weekend Kathy along with one of our young Grandsons is participating in the Scotia Bank Charity Run in downtown Toronto. Matthew House is her favorite charity, it is a small shelter for refugees in down town Toronto, that welcomes refugees who arrive with nothing but the shirt on their backs and no where to turn. It has been Kathy's pleasure to be on the board of directors of this unique charity for several years now. You may have heard her talking about it, sharing some of the amazing stories. We have met many wonderful people from many different countries since She became involved with Matthew House. The core value of Matthew House is to offer hope at the end of the refugee highway by offering shelter and food, help with completing confusing refugee application papers, medical an... 09/23/2009

The Uxbridge Celebration of the Arts And Studio Tour The Uxbridge Studio Tour provides a kick off event for the Celebration of The Arts. An open two-day (Sept. 19 and 20 10am to 6pm) invitation to visit the studios/galleries of 29 artists and their 30 guest artists. The tour is free, and visitors drive themselves, following the Studio Tour Map. This is wonderful opportunity to enjoy a local staycation destination The Celebration of the Arts starts today Sept 17th with the Motley Theatre's dramatic live play reading, by Canadian actor Kenneth Welsh, of Neil Simon's "The Ginger Bread lady" at the Uxbridge Music Hall. Sept 17, 8 p.m. at the Uxbridge Music HallTickets $20 includes refreshments (with cash bar)  Christopher Chapman- Gala EventCelebrating the art of filmmaker Christopher Chap... 09/17/2009

School Bus Rules, Regulations and Safety Tips Uxbridge has a large rural population and busing to school on a daily basis is a way of life for many of our children. The Labour Day weekend traditionally heralds a return to school with over 800,000 throughout Ontario riding a school bus to school. Here are a few points to remember regarding school bus safety and the highway traffic act regarding school buses. IT IS THE LAW All vehicles traveling in both directions must stop when approaching a school bus with its upper red lights flashing. (the only exception is on a divided highway separated by a median if you are approaching the school bus from the opposite direction) Penalties For Not Stopping First offence $400 to $2,000 and six demerit points Each subsequent Offence $1,000 to $4,000, ... 09/03/2009

Elgin Park - Uxbridge - A Stay-cation Destination  Uxbridge is blessed with many natural areas that have been preserved and enhanced for public use with trails and facilities. One such area is the 140 acre Countryside Preserve that sits on the Oak Ridges Moraine, another is Elgin Park. Elgin Park is home to Numerous events starting early in the season with The Huck Finn Fishing Dayfor kids at Elgin Pond. Elgin park is also home to the Highlands Of Durham Games, RibFest,The Uxbridge Fair, and numerous other events including the upcoming ART in The Park. Hardly a weekend goes by that Elgin park is not home for one event or another throughout the Summer months.   Art In The Park returns to Elgin Park  If you are looking for a pleasant way to spend an idyllic summer afternoon, a trip to Elg... 07/29/2009

Uxbridge Straddles the Oak ridges Moraine and has distinction of holding the official designation as the Trail Capital of Canada Town TrailsThe Uxbridge trail system includes a network of urban trails that connect to the Oak Ridges Trail and the Trans Canada Trail. The town trails are designed to help residents appreciate the beauty and history of their town by linking various sections of the town together for both walkers and bikers. The Town Trails include  the Ewen Trail, the Historic Trail, the Maple Bridge Trail, the Quaker trail, the Wooden Sticks Trail, and Country Side Preserve.The Countryside PreserveWith 6 kms of marked trails this 140 acre preserve of rolling meadowlands, woodlands, wetlands and ponds is the jewel in the crown for the Trail Capital of Canada. Located adjacent... 07/28/2009