Welcome to the fifth and final post of our Home for the Holidays Series! We hope you’ve taken the time to read our other blogs in the series: Community Events for Families, Activities at Home, Home Décor Tips, Shop Local Round-Up and Giving Back to our Community. In our final blog, we are highlighting our team’s favourite…
Welcome to the fifth post of our Home for the Holidays Series! We hope you’ve checked our other blogs in the series: Community Events for Families, Activities at Home, Home Décor Tips, and our Shop Local Round-Up! Next, we have a post all about giving back to the community. At Activa, we celebrate giving back to the…
Welcome to the fourth post of our Home for the Holidays Series! We hope you’ve checked our other blogs in the series, Community Events for Families, Activities at Home and Home Décor Tips. Next up, we asked our employees for their favourite shop local spots in the KW Region… and we’ve got the deets! Discover…
Redefining City Living Discover what city living can mean to you: a home immersed in nature but steps from the convenience of the city. Explore the City Located just off Hespeler Road and minutes from historic Downtown Cambridge, Hespeler Village and Preston Towne Centre, hāvn is the perfect location for an experience like no other.…
Welcome to the third post of our Home for the Holidays Series! We hope you’ve checked our other blogs in the series, Community Events for Families and Activities at Home, to kick off the holiday season. Our next post brings you home décor tips from our very own Activa team members. Check out our team’s…
The home is now yours, but don’t worry, you’re not in this alone! Your home is not just a financial investment – it is a personal and emotional one as well. This is why we believe the relationship we have built with you should last long after you move in. What is Tarion? The Home…
You can’t beat home sweet home during the holidays! This year, make the most out of the holiday season with fun activities at home for the whole family. We’ve got crafting, games, movies and more inspired by our very own Activa team members and their families for you and your bubble to enjoy! Sarah’s Christmas…
You’ve made it! Welcome to the fifth installment of our Building a Home Series on ActivaLearn! Your home is now ready for you, but are you ready for it? Read on to learn our top tips for a successful and seamless move into your new home. Note: This process may look slightly different if you’re…
Welcome to our fourth installment of our Building a Home Series on ActivaLearn! Thus far, you’ve met with our Sales Representatives and a Design Studio Consultant to help make some big and exciting decisions; now, it’s time to watch all your hard work come to life during The Construction Process! Read on to learn what…
Welcome to our third installment of our Building a Home Series on ActivaLearn! So far, you’ve learned about The Shopping Process and The Purchasing Process, and now, it’s time for the most exciting part of the home building process – The Design Studio Selection! Kitchen display at the Activa Design Studio Our Award-Winning Design Studio…
Grab the twinkle lights and some fresh baked goods and make yourself at home this holiday season. From getting involved in your community to spending time with loved ones at home, we have a series of blog posts coming at you to spark some holiday cheer! Let’s kick off our Home for the Holidays Series…
Welcome to our second installment of our Building a Home Series on ActivaLearn! We’ve already discussed the shopping process so now it’s time to move on to something a little more fun – The Purchasing Process! Read on to learn how easy purchasing a new home with Activa is. Meet with Our Sales Representatives Our…
Welcome to our Building a Home Series! As the Region’s largest homebuilder, we are proud to be local experts on the home building experience. In this ActivaLearn series, you’ll learn about the in‑depth process of purchasing a new build from start to finish. Learn what makes our process unique and follow our tips along the…
Did you know that Halloween falls on a Saturday this year? That means you can have an entire day of Halloween fun in the comfort of your home. From baking some sweet treats to watching scary movies all night, it’s time to turn the spooky up and get this monster mash party started. Here are…
BY CHRISTINE TASSE Hands down, this was my favourite project to date in my home! As a first time Mom, I knew I wanted to keep the room somewhat neutral but also include accents that are reflective of our family. I welcomed my son Samuel in June 2020 and am excited to share my top…
Knit sweaters, big blankets and all the pumpkin spice candles your heart desires; fall is here, and Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Get inspired by our Design Studio experts who have rounded up their favourite interior design trends that will help transition your home in time for Thanksgiving weekend! 1) Pumpkins Everywhere! Felt…
There’s no reason to let your Dirndl and Lederhosen gather dust in the closet; Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is STILL happening! From live virtual events to restaurant specials and donation drives, there are many ways to get involved in this year’s festivities. First, Make Your Haus Look More Wunderbar! There’s no reason Oktoberfest can’t come to…
Are you considering a smart home but have no idea where to start? Looking at all the smart home gadgets on the market can be extremely overwhelming (especially for those of us who aren’t tech-savvy), which is why we have simplified the process for you! Our smart home options are trusted by us and our…
If you’re itching for a day trip with your family or a dose of nature after a long workday, look no further! The KW Region is traced with many trails, but we’ve managed to shortlist 4 of our favourites. Enjoy a stroll in the woods on a sunny day at one of these beautiful spots…
Friday, September 11, 2020 Now that we’ve been able to communicate with our purchasers, partners, and brokers, it is with sincere regret that we are announcing to the public the cancellation of our Avenue M condominium project. Current market conditions and the uncertainty of the pandemic have rendered the financing of this project unviable. Consequently, we…
Activa Sponsors Volunteer Bagging Stations to prepare for Fall School Nutrition Programs. Since volunteers will not be allowed in the schools this school year, Nutrition for Learning will be prepackaging bags of appropriate food items for students to grab and go. To supply the necessary bags, two locations have been chosen to safely pack Student Nutrition…
Do you struggle to determine what’s a trend and what’s a look that’ll stay chic forever? Well, look no further! Our new Design Studio Manager, Kim Luong, is here to introduce her favourite Interior Design Trends that will look timeless and stylish for years to come. We’ve talked about our favourite design trends of 2020…
June 23, 2020 LOCAL HOMEBUILDER WINS NATIONAL AWARD FOR SECOND YEAR Activa receives the prestigious ENERGY STAR® Canada for New Homes award from Natural Resources Canada Waterloo Region (June 23, 2020) – Activa, the leading homebuilder in Kitchener-Waterloo, is pleased to announce that they have won an award from Natural Resources Canada for the second…
A note on the COVID-19 outbreak: Posted: Thursday, October 28, 2021 With the exception of the Design Studio, all operations at Activa have resumed as per normal. The Design Studio continues to operate by appointment only and is not open to the public at this time. Product delays and labour shortages continue to impact our…
When buying a new home with Activa, you will likely be introduced to our ENERGY STAR® standards, but beyond the cost savings and contributing toward a healthier planet, an ENERGY STAR® certified home has plenty of perks for your comfort. Homeowner well-being is of the utmost importance to us, which is why we’re committed to…
Staying at home and spending time with those closest to you is the perfect plan for this Family Day. Whether you need to entertain the kids or want to be productive, we have ideas for you – and you don’t even have to leave the house! Check out our top activities for the perfect Family…
2019 offered a variety of design trends like bold and dramatic greens, the resurgence of warmth, mixed metals, patterns and texture, and more! 2019 also said goodbye to millennial pink, mid-century modern décor, and dark walls. To ring in 2020, our Design Studio is celebrating new interior design trends for the start of a new…