2026 Design Trends

Community-Wide Savings Event in Vista Hills!

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ONE DAY ONLY – SATURDAY, JUNE 7TH Find your perfect home during our BIGGEST SALES EVENT in Vista Hills! 🕐 When: Saturday, June 7th | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Make sure to visit our Sales Centre and Model Home, as well as our two staged homes at 259 Sweet Gale Street, Waterloo (Vista Hills

Activa Mortgage Partner Series: BMO

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Rohit SikriMortgage Specialist, BMO Embarking on the journey to homeownership requires not just excitement, but also a sense of security. At Activa, we understand the importance of upfront assurance when it comes to your mortgage. That’s why we’re proud to introduce our Mortgage Partner Program, a beacon of confidence amidst the uncertainties of home financing.

Activa Mortgage Partner Series: National Bank

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[vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”10196″][vc_column width=”3/4″]Pedro Alvarado Mortgage Development Manager, National Bank In the world of homeownership, where each individual’s journey is unique, the one-size-fits-all approach to mortgages falls short. If no two homebuyers are the same, why should their mortgages be? At Activa, we recognize the unique circumstances and individual needs of each homebuyer. That’s why we’re

Activa Mortgage Partner Series: Dominion Lending Centers

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[vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”10133″][vc_column width=”3/4″] Dan Simpson Mortgage Agent, Dominion Lending Centre, in partnership with YNCU Let’s face it, purchasing a new home is a big deal and can be quite nerve-wracking. Which is why we, at Activa, have teamed up with seven of the country’s top banks and credit unions to form our Activa Mortgage Partner

Activa Mortgage Partner Series: CIBC

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Jenna AndersonCIBC Mortgage Specialist Meet Jenna – our Mortgage Specialist from CIBC! Welcome to our Activa Mortgage Partner series! Every week, we’ll be revealing key insights from one of our seven mortgage partners. At Activa, we understand that navigating the homebuying process can be challenging. That’s why we have developed a Mortgage Partner Program, with

Activa Mortgage Partner Series: TD

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[vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”9970″ img_size=”300×300″ style=”vc_box_circle_2″][vc_column width=”3/4″] Shawn McDaid Meridian Mortgage Specialists Meet Shawn – one of our Mortgage Specialists from TD!Welcome to our Activa Mortgage Partner series! Every week, we’ll be revealing key insights from one of our seven mortgage partners. At Activa, we understand that navigating the homebuying process can be challenging. That’s why

Activa Mortgage Partner Series: Meridian

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Welcome to our Activa Mortgage Partner series! Every week, we’ll be revealing key insights from one of our seven mortgage partners. At Activa, we understand that navigating the homebuying process can be challenging. That’s why we have developed a Mortgage Partner Program, with seven of the top banks and credit unions, designed to make your

Activa Mortgage Partner Series: RBC

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[vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”9884″ img_size=”300×300″ style=”vc_box_circle_2″][vc_column width=”3/4″] Marc Figueiredo RBC Mortgage Specialists Meet Marc – one of our Mortgage Specialist’s from RBC®!Welcome to our Activa Mortgage Partner series! Every week, we’ll be revealing key insights from one of our seven mortgage partners. At Activa, we understand that navigating the homebuying process can be challenging. That’s why

Easy ways to spruce up your holiday home décor

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Hanna Gawne Design Studio Associate Meet Hanna – our expert Design Studio Associate. Continue reading as Hanna helps you with this year’s holiday home décor.The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy of transforming our homes into warm and inviting spaces that celebrate the spirit of the festivities. Whether you’re hosting

Design Elements That Will Make Your Home Warm and Cozy

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Erin Hill Junior Design Studio Consultant  Meet Erin – our expert Design Studio Consultant. Continue reading as Erin helps you in choosing design elements that will make your home warm and cozy!When turning a house into a home, there’s an undeniable desire for warmth and coziness. A well-thought-out design, carefully curated with the right elements,

Fall Social Series: Modern Fall Décor Ideas

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Hanna GawneDesign Studio Associate Meet Hanna – our expert Design Studio Associate. Continue reading as Hanna helps you with this year’s modern fall décor ideas! As the temperatures start to drop and the leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange and yellow, it’s the perfect time to transform your home into a cozy haven that

What To Look For When Choosing Kitchen Appliances

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SANDY BOUNNOIDESIGN STUDIO MANAGER Meet Sandy – our Senior Design Studio Consultant here to help guide you through the world of kitchen appliances. Continue reading as she provides the best tips and tricks for understanding the key factors to consider when selecting the perfect ones for your space. From refrigerators, ovens and stoves, to range

Construction Update: July 2023

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Hello, Summer! July is the peak of the construction season – with numerous projects underway and new ones breaking ground, our construction team is working hard building Activa homes all over the Region! Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, a current homeowner, investor, or simply curious about Activa’s pre-construction homes, this update will keep you

Construction Update: June 2023

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It’s officially SUMMER – and our Construction Team has been busier than ever building Activa homes all over the Region! Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, an investor, a growing family, or someone looking for a fresh start, we have something designed to redefine the way you live. Let’s tour our homes and communities together: Vista

Sustainability Starts at Home: Top 5 Eco-Conscious Products

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Welcome to our Sustainability Starts at Home series, which aims to help you live a more sustainable and eco-friendly life! We hope you’ve taken the time to read our most recent blog, What’s Behind the Walls of a Net Zero Ready Home? which shares how our construction methods and materials provide you with a more

Sustainability Starts at Home: Bringing Energy-Efficiency Outside of the Home

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Welcome to our Sustainability Starts at Home series, which aims to help you live a more sustainable and eco-friendly life! We hope you’ve taken the time to read our blogs in this series: Sustainability Starts at Home: What’s Behind the Walls of a Net Zero Ready Home?Sustainability Starts at Home: Top 5 Eco-Conscious Products  Maybe

Top 10 Luxurious Bathroom Upgrades

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Marla JutrasDesign Studio Consultant Meet Marla – our expert Design Studio consultant here to help you select luxurious upgrades for your powder room and primary bathroom ensuite. Continue reading as she provides the best tips and tricks for designing a luxurious at-home oasis you will love! Creating a bathroom sanctuary with spa-like upgrades is on

What is a contemporary home?

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Simplistically stunning, entirely your own. Activa’s contemporary home elevations offer bold, clean designs to fit your own aesthetic. We strive to deliver the perfect home for every individual, whether their design style is traditional, contemporary or anything in between. What is ‘Contemporary Design’? Contemporary homes are bold, with a focus on clean lines and natural

How to Choose the Right Flooring for Your Space

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Whether you are hosting dinner parties for large gatherings, watching movies with the kids in the family room, or doing yoga in the bedroom, you require a flooring option that suits your needs (and your style). Beyond the practicality of the floor itself (like how durable it is, and if it’s easy to clean), flooring is typically the largest surface area to consider in any space. It

New Model Homes in Vista Hills

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If you’re considering building with Activa, visiting our NEW Vista Hills model homes is the best place to get to know us. Our models include inspiring finishes that show you just how beautiful your new home can be when you build with us, as well as a look into what our signature, stress-free customer journey is all about. No matter