Build your future in one of Activa’s upcoming communities New launches are coming in 2024; don’t miss out by registering for our mailing list here! If you don’t see the future community or phase you are interested in, stay tuned! Trussler West – Kitchener Located on Benninger Drive, Kitchener PRODUCT TYPE: Two-Storey Condo Townhomes…
INTERVIEW WITH BRIAN COOKE FROM AEROSEAL Introducing, Aeroseal: the most advanced air sealing technology used in homes today! At Activa, we are proud to include this as a standard in all of our Net Zero Ready and Net Zero homes. Aeroseal is a self-guided sealing system that seals holes not visible to the human eye and is…
BY JENNA EATON My partner Mitch and I purchased our first home in Activa’s Huron Village community this past fall. We chose to buy a new build with Activa so that we could pick a floor plan that best suited our lifestyle and personalize it to our liking! Soon after we secured our unit, it…
Selecting your floor plan is one of the most exciting parts of the home building journey, however, reading a floor plan can be confusing if you’ve never done it before. We want to help you understand our floor plans, so you can find exactly what you’re looking for. Follow our guide on how to read…
The dog days of summer are fast approaching – have you prepared your home for the warmest months of the year? Completing your home maintenance checklist now leaves more time to relax and enjoy the summer sun. You’ll also want to complete these tasks before it gets too hot! Follow along using our handy to-do…
The snow is melting, and the sun is peaking through the clouds, that’s right… it’s finally Spring! As we start to see warmer and sunnier days the time has also arrived for you to prepare your home for a new season. We are taking spring cleaning one step further by also ensuring you are taking…
Keeping up with your home’s maintenance in the winter months can be tough, but it is essential for the upkeep of your home! That is why we have created a go-to guide outlining the important items you should pay attention to this winter. Follow the checklists below to ensure you have your home’s winter maintenance…
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…
Live in the Up-and-Coming City of Cambridge hāvn – Registration Closed A new community in Cambridge! hāvn is conveniently located on Isherwood Avenue near shopping, highway access and Dumfries Conservation Area. Immersed in nature, but just steps from local shops is a little piece of hāvn in the heart of this bustling community. Find…
Fall is one of the most important times for home maintenance – it’s a great opportunity to get your home in order before the below zero temperatures and snow hits. We know all too well that home maintenance can be overwhelming, but by breaking it down into different areas of the home, it can be…
Love River Ridge? We’re back and building homes in this wonderful community! Get in touch with one of our agents or visit our River Ridge Sales Centre for more information. Peaceful living and winding trails await you. RIVER RIDGE SALES CENTRE & MODEL HOMES Find us at 90 Deer Creek St, Kitchener. We’re open on Mondays and Wednesdays…
At this point in your moving preparation, your priority has been decluttering, cleaning and storing valuables. Its time to start thinking about packing up the rest of your belongings. This task can start to feel daunting and seemingly overwhelming, however we have some great tips from our friend Ange McNamara from Klear Inc. on how to organize…
As your moving date approaches, its time to start thinking about how you’re going to transport all your belongings. Are you going to rent a truck and move your belongings with close friends and family, or possibly hire some professional movers? There is alot to consider, with many pros and cons – but not to…
Jul 5, 2019 BY ANGE MCNAMARA Closing day is coming up quickly and it’s time to start thinking about next steps. Sometimes things can start to seem stressful or overwhelming when it comes to moving – but not to worry! We’ve got some great advice from our friend Ange McNamara from Klear Inc. on preparing and decluttering…
If you’ve never purchased a new construction home before, you might be wondering why everyone is talking about Grand Opening Events. In short, a Grand Opening Event is the very first time a collection of homes or new community will be available to the public for purchase. Typically, at these events potential homeowners will reserve…
Last year, Activa was proud to host a fun and informative event about how to rightsize to a condo after living in a larger home! We know it can be intimidating to make this change, so we brought in a series of experts to give our audience some of the tools and know-how to do…
Last year, Activa was proud to host a fun and informative event about how to rightsize to a condo after living in a larger home! We know it can be intimidating to make this change, so we brought in a series of experts to give our audience some of the tools and know-how to do…
Last year, Activa was proud to host a fun and informative event about how to rightsize to a condo after living in a larger home! We know it can be intimidating to make this change, so we brought in a series of experts to give our audience some of the tools and know-how to do…
If the 2010s had a signature colour, it’d be green. Whether it’s saving money while finding deals online, having ‘plant babies’ fill our home and purify the air, or taking any steps possible to help the environment (goodbye, straws!). But green practices can extend to your home, too. You’re likely familiar with the blue and white symbol…
BY MARISSA WARNER When my husband, Ryan, and I decided to build a home, we knew we wanted to create a space that fit our lives. Our first home gave us an opportunity to get into the real estate market – we started to learn what aspects of a home worked well for us and…
If you’re in the market for your next home, you might be considering whether you should build a new home or buy an older resale home. Here are the top five reasons (that you may not have considered) to buy new instead of resale. 1) You can really make your home your own Forget…
Choosing the right countertop can seem like a daunting task – there are so many different types and colours to choose from! With seemingly endless choices, it’s important to consider style, functionality and price in your final decision, so here’s a quick read with tips for finding what will work for your new home! When…
Building the perfect home while staying within your budget may seem challenging, but it’s all a matter of balancing your needs vs. your wants. Sure, many of us would love a home that comes complete with a large double-oven kitchen, a full bathroom for each member of the family (including the pooch), and a guest…