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Marina: A popular neighbourhood of Aylmer, QC

michael.lederman@century21.ca — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Marina

One of the most popular neighbourhoods of Aylmer thanks to it boasting the docks of the Marina along the Ottawa River, a summer fun restaurant overlooking the river and sailboats, a sandy public beach with park for festivities, families and friends. Located between des Cedres, Queen’s parc and downtown Aylmer, this neighborhood bustles with activity and energy and many amenities (see walkscore). Visually, the community of homes make of for mixed styles: some were originally cottages from the past that have been converted into homes mixed in with new constructions by builders for the purpose of making them rentals, other older homes are renovated and updated to be brand new and yet some have noticeably seen their years and are in disrepair….although also offering excellent locations near the water. The Marina is not as easy to judge as one might think due to its highly appealing location, its vibrant energy contrasted by a mix of homes that give aspects of the community a worn neglected feel with growing signs of newer homes growing throughout this community. This community’s future should prove interesting!

One of the most exciting activities and unique to this area is Ice Windsurfing! During the chilly winters, the Ottawa River freezes over and the hip windsurfers convert themselves into kite surfing winter ice pros! They strap their feet onto a windsurfing board made especially for ice surfuing and let the energy and power of the prevailing winds pull them while attached to a durable sail kite. It's something truly t behold.

Check out Demographics blurb on the Marina neighbourhood!

Parc Champlain: Aylmer's luxurious neighbourhood, QC

michael.lederman@century21.ca — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Parc Champlain

Often considered to contain the millionnaire’s corner and in closest proximity to Ottawa (Champlain Bridge) and Hull, parallel across the Ottawa river from the Ottawa parkway, Parc champlain neighbourhood also boasts the Château Cartier condo/hotel complex and golf course, the Royal Ottawa Golf Course and impressive luxury properties at prices difficult to find in comparable locations of Ottawa. The Rockliffe of Aylmer, this neighbourhood offers easy access to chemin d’Aylmer, the 148 highway/boulevard des Allumettieres, Loblaws and other amenities.

Demographics

Get demographic information on the neighbourhoods of Parc Champlain and Rivermead Lakeview. Detailed report on population, average property prices, average household income, top ethnicities and much more. View Report

Comparing Ottawa to Gatineau

michael.lederman@century21.ca — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Comparing Ottawa to Gatineau

Advantages of Living in the Outaouais

The situation that currently prevails in the real estate sector at the national level mirrors what we are seeing in the Outaouais region.

Several factors increase the appeal of the Outaouais:

Municipal tax rates are relatively low;
New housing developments are located near urban centres;
Building lots in the Outaouais are usually larger with more extensive wooded areas;
Couples with young children can obtain quality childcare services at a cost of $7/day;
A wide range of businesses can be found nearby;
Sports facilities are widely accessible;
Quality school and health care systems are available in both French and English;
The economy is thriving.

A number of factors relating to quality of life may also be considered:

Proximity to Gatineau Park, rivers and lakes
Numerous golf courses
Exceptional bike paths
Breathtaking scenery

One final thing to consider: Gatineau is rated as the second best city in Canada in terms of quality of life. (Source: Economic Profile of the City of Gatineau, February 2004)

Ten reasons to set up your business in Gatineau

michael.lederman@century21.ca — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ten reasons to set up your business in Gatineau

Gatineau is right at the centre of the action when it comes to access to the single largest consumer in Canada, the federal government, which spends $10 billion annually on goods and services.
The cost of land in Gatineau’s industrial parks is among the most competitive in the Quebec City-Windsor corridor.
Gatineau is one of the regions with the highest concentrations of high technology businesses in Canada.
Gatineau is the doorway to western Quebec, and is close to the two largest provinces in Canada.
Gatineau is close to the northeastern and east central parts of the United States, a market of 100 million inhabitants and nearly 40% of America’s industrial capacity.
With a population of more than 260,000, Gatineau represents the fourth largest city in Quebec and the fifth largest agglomeration in Canada.
Gatineau has one of the highest rates of bilingualism in Canada, with close to 63% of its population fluent in French and English.
Gatineau has tremendous biophysical conditions for agriculture, with a mild microclimate and fertile soils.
Gatineau’s cost of housing compares very favourably to that of the largest urban and industrial agglomerations in Canada, including Vancouver, Toronto, Montréal and Ottawa.
In 2008, out of 4,700 Canadian cities surveyed, the Canadian Council on Learning ranked Gatineau second among the most intelligent cities. In this regard, Gatineau was the only city in Quebec to make it among the top ten offering highly attractive learning conditions and quality of life to its residents.

Did you know?

In Quebec, Gatineau is the city with the second largest proportion of people born abroad. Gatineau averages 1,300 newcomers a year.
Gatineau has the highest number of golf courses in Quebec, with nine public and three private courses.
Its geographic setting and relatively unpolluted environment give Gatineau more days of sunshine than the larger centres like Montréal and Toronto.
Gatineau Park stretches over 361 km²and has nearly 200 km of trails for hikers, cyclists and mountain bikers.
The Canadian Museum of Civilization has a choice location in Gatineau, and is the most popular cultural attraction in Canada.

SOURCE: http://www.gatineauvilledaffaires.ca/why-setup-business-gatineau.php