Music in the Park – 2024
THORNBURY, ON Music in the Park 2024 We enjoyed a fabulous season of music and we hope you did too! View Collection Thank you to Nathan Bedard Photography for these great shots! Explore Our Gallery Music in the Park Thornbury Music in the Park Thornbury Music in the...2024 Trend – Cocktail Pools
What is a cocktail pool? For those homeowners who aren’t quite ready to commit to a full-sized pool, a petite plunge pool (or swim spa) is the answer. In a small yard, it’s just the right size for a quick dunk and looks just as dreamy as their larger counterparts....Collingwood, Blue Mountain, Thornbury Patio Dining
It’s Patio Season! Check Out These Local Restaurants With Outdoor Dining Options Shop. Eat. Live. Local – Restaurant List Courtesy of Karen Willison – Collaborative Real Estate Check Out Our Website Local Restaurants Featuring Patios List COLLINGWOOD...Posthaste: Why Canada’s housing market could rebound sooner than many expect
Posthaste: Why Canada’s housing market could rebound sooner than many expect Buyers will come back before the Bank of Canada cuts rates, says Royal LePage Author of the article: Pamela Heaven Published Jan 15, 2024 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 4 minute read...The Post Annex – Cottage Vs. Chalet
TD Housing and Economic Outlook
After some near-term weakness, our forecast anticipates new listings climbing through much of 2023 and in 2024. However, rising demand should keep markets balanced and underpin positive growth in home prices, particularly in the second half. To view the presentation...VALENTINES 2023
And just like that, it’s already February; the month of love! Whether you are celebrating with a special someone, your friends or family, or just yourself, make your way to South Georgian Bay! We have a ton of upcoming Valentine’s Day ideas for you to enjoy this...CTV News Feature
Collingwood hospital’s new effort to recruit staff Ian Duffy CTVNews.ca Barrie Video Journalist Follow | Contact Published Dec. 29, 2022 9:38 p.m. EST Share facebook twitter reddit More share options Collingwood General & Marine Hospital has developed a new...Toronto Life Feature Article
REAL ESTATE Cottage of the Week: $5.1 million for a chalet at the base of Blue Mountain with an indoor pool and sauna The 4,200-square-foot property also comes with heated floors, a private balcony, an outdoor fireplace and hot tub, and Douglas fir all over BY ANDREA...‘Tis the season for holiday house tours
Connie Adair Real Estate Monthly It’s the season for holiday house tours, and if you’re considering hosting a festive event of your own to raise money for charity and put yourself in front of many people, here are some things to consider. Number one: start now. “It...Boost the curb appeal of your home
How a new exterior paint color can boost the curb appeal of your home by Kandace Gallant on 23 Mar 2022 If you’re looking to sell your house and make the most out of the sale, you can do so by boosting the exterior’s curb appeal. This can be done in a few different...What’s Happening, April 2022
The first warm days are upon us and with a few announcements from the Bank of Canada about interest rate increases, the spring market across Canada is seeing an uptick of listings, which is a welcome sight to buyers who have been waiting in the wings. Here in Southern...What It Went For $2.503 Million
NP Homes, What it Went For, Mar 26 2022 what it went for $2.503 MILLION Co n n i e Adair The Blue Mountains 117 Aspen Way (The Blue Mountains) Asking price: $1.989 million Sold for: $2.503 million Taxes: 6,596 (2021) Bedrooms: 4+2 Bathrooms: 3+1 Square footage: 2,714...Ontario government increases and expands foreign speculation tax
by Corben Grant on 31 Mar 2022 In 2017, the Ontario government introduced the Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST) as part of an attempt to slow a rapidly growing housing market in southern Ontario. Despite measures, the market has continued upwards even faster in...Royal LePage 2022 Spring Recreational Property Report
Royal LePage 2022 Spring Recreational Property Report Royal LePage forecasts double digit gain in national recreational house price in 2022, as appreciation is expected to remain strong following a sizzling 27% jump in prices in 2021 Demand continues to outstrip...Spring Home Maintenance Tips
Karen Willison on closing a deal with ‘lots of moving parts’
By Connie Adair -Mar 18, 20220 Multiple sellers and buyers, a lot of planning and many moving parts – the scenario may be common in industrial/commercial deals but not so much in the residential world. However, real estate agent Karen Willison of Royal LePage...Canadians who want to age in place
Single-storey suite deemed most essential feature by Canadians who want to age in place; Royal LePage experts Survey highlights: 43% of survey respondents say a fully-equipped main-floor living space is essential for seniors planning to age in place 42% of respondents...GTA home prices still forecast to rise 11 per cent in 2022 even with expected interest rate hikes: Royal LePage
Real estate brokerage Royal LePage says that the expected rise in interest rates in 2022 “may not be enough tooffset the significant upward price pressure” on homes, especially in the Greater Toronto Area where it expects the cost of the average property to go up by...Mortgage rundown: 2022
Mortgage rundown: 2022 is go time for rate hikes. This quick-and-dirty playbook will help you pick the best term Our latest edition of Mortgage Rundown, a quick take on Canada’s home financing landscape from mortgage strategist Robert McLister. The Bank of Canada...These are the kitchen trends designers say will be everywhere in 2022
By Julie Scagell December 25, 2021 If you’re building a new home or planning a kitchen remodel in the new year, you’re likely on the lookout for what’s trending in kitchen design. The kitchen is the heart of the home, the place where prepping, cooking, eating, and...10 Home Design Trends That Are Leaving in 2022
10 Home Design Trends That Are Leaving in 2022 bySARAH LYON published 2 DAYS AGO Credit: Artazum/Shutterstock A new year is always time for a fresh start — and yes, that’s most definitely the case when it comes to home design trends. For better or for worse, not every...Outside Toronto’s core, a market gone ‘haywire’
CAROLYN IRELAND Globe and Mail TORONTO PUBLISHED NOVEMBER 10, 2021 Talk of rising interest rates may create a spurt of buying in the real estate market as buyers rush to get in ahead of rate hikes. But rich prices across most of the country – combined with higher...What’s Happening – November 2021
There’s a chill in the air and we already had our first taste of snow, are you as excited for winter as I am? With ski season just around the corner, we are now getting a bigger picture of how Real Estate performed in Southern Georgian Bay in 2021. An...Buy or rent a home: Which is better financially?
For generations, Canadians have been asking themselves this important question: ‘Is it better to buy a home or rent?’ On the one hand, owning comes with more responsibility and higher monthly expenses, but offers more stability and a long-term investment. On the other...Canada Plans To Foster Its Real Estate Bubble By Raising The Maximum Mortgage Size
By Stephen Punwasi Canada plans to increase credit access for the country’s riskiest borrowers in the years to come. A re-elected government may not seem like change, but they promised a big one — larger insured mortgages. High-ratio borrowers will see an increase of...Canadian home prices expected to be up 20% by end of the year
By Laura Hanrahan Canadian home prices are on the rise with a near 20% projected increase by the end of December, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association’s (CREA) most recent report. As home sales across the country saw a slight drop in August, falling 0.5%...Tips to avoiding water damage in your home
By Neil Sharma The only thing worse than the cost of repairing water damage to homes is knowing that it was preventable. Upon buying a new home, purchasers should determine whether or not the home is waterproofed, and if it isn’t, it should be one of the first things...Royal LePage: Canadian home price forecast
Royal LePage: Canadian home price forecast revised upward to 16% as roaring spring market eases into summer Second quarter regional highlights: Aggregate price of a home in Canada rose 25.3% year-over-year in the second quarter Demand expected to outstrip supply with...Sagen’s 2021 First-Time Homebuyer Survey & Financial Fitness Study
Just Released! It’s here! Our 2021 First-Time Homebuyer Survey & Financial Fitness Study results are now available. The study provides a snapshot of Canadians’ homeownership attitudes and financial fitness with factors such as social isolation, job loss, remote...Why the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive is struggling to gain traction
Why the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive is struggling to gain traction https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-why-the-first-time-home-buyer-incentive-is-struggling-to-gain-traction/ MATT LUNDYECONOMICS REPORTER SEAN KILPATRICK/THE CANADIAN PRESS The federal...How remote work is impacting the real estate choices of young Canadians
The normalization of remote work was beginning to pick up steam in the years leading up to 2020, and as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, has gained more widespread acceptance across many industries. As such, the trend of young Canadians choosing to live further...TOP Home Renovations to Get You The Most ROI in 2021
Pandemic living has changed the way Canadians think about renovations: more than half of us renovated our homes last year for living there. Only 16 per cent of us renovated specifically to increase our home’s market value. Still, nearly 60 per cent of the Canadians...Tight market conditions create renovation craze in 2020 and 2021
Article by Neil Sharma Canada’s housing market caught fire in mid-2020 and that spurred more than half of the country’s homeowners to renovate their existing abodes either to remain in place or to sell, says a new report from A Leading Real Estate Firm. The 2021...Tips on Retiring Earlier
1. Decrease your housing expenses. Moving to a more affordable city can save you thousands per year, and with so many working from home, it’s more attainable. Here is a list of the 20 cheapest cities to live in, in Canada. 2. Work part-time. Retirement does not...Royal LePage: Canadian recreational house prices forecast to increase 15% in 2021
Highlights: A house in Ontario’s and Atlantic Canada’s recreational property markets expected to see highest price gains in 2021, rising 17%; Quebec and British Columbia recreational markets forecast to increase 15% and 13%, respectively 91% of recreational experts in...What’s Happening March 2021- Market Update
The February numbers are in and the month roared in like a lion and went out like one too! While the strong numbers were considered surprising just a half a year ago, the outlook for housing in Canada has trended positive and the consensus is prices will rise. CMHC,...Preparing Your Home For A Spring Sale
Considering a spring sale? With buyer demand at it’s highest in years Collaborative Real Estate wants to help you maximize your sale dollars with a few tips from Karen Willison. TIP 1 – Get Advice On What Renovations To Complete First When considering a...Royal LePage Survey: Nearly half of Canadians aged 25 to 35 own their home
Royal LePage Survey: Nearly half of Canadians aged 25 to 35 own their home; one quarter of these homeowners have purchased a property since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic 52% say remote work has increased likelihood of moving further from employer Highlights: 68%...WinterBlast – 2021
We are sad that we can’t hold our annual WinterBlast Ski Day fundraiser due to the pandemic but have been working with Hospice on how we can raise funds to help support them. We are proud to be the title sponsor for a 50/50 draw in partnership with Hospice. Check out...Royal LePage Canadian Home Price Update – Q4 2020
Royal LePage: More than half of Canada’s largest real estate markets see double-digit price growth as national home values soar 9.7% in fourth quarter Fourth quarter regional highlights: Price of detached homes continue to outpace condominiums as Canadians trade...Ontario’s Residential Condominiums Buyers’ Guide
Thinking of buying a condominium in Southern Georgian Bay? Be sure to take a look at the Ontario Residential Condo Buyers’ Guide to see what resources they have available to inform buyers. Link Here: Ontario Residential Condo Buyers GuideNot ready to sell but thinking about renovating?
Here are six home improvements that are not only attractive to homebuyers today but that will yield the highest return when you are ready to sell. Energy Efficient Upgrades Upgrading your insulation or replacing your doors and windows with more energy efficient...HAPPY 2021! From KW Collaborative Real Estate
I am wishing you and yours a Happy New Year! 2020 was… Personally, I had a chance to grow exponentially and advance efficiencies by leaps and bounds and in new innovative ways. It was also a time to develop deeper bonds with those closest to me and I am so...Cottage prices rise amid demand from remote workers, retirees
Home prices are increasing in Canada’s cottage country
Royal LePage sees Canadian home prices rising 5.5% in 2021
Canadian real estate brokerage Royal LePage expects home prices to rise 5.5 per cent in 2021, building on unexpectedly strong growth this year, driven by a shortage of properties for sale and record low interest rates. Royal LePage said the aggregate price of a home...Legislature Supports Hospital Planning in Simcoe-Grey
November 23, 2020 – The Ontario Legislature has voted unanimously to support planning for hospital redevelopments in Collingwood and Alliston. In his latest effort to keep the issue on the Legislative agenda, Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson introduced a Private Member’s...SAVE OUR SNOW SEASON
Snow sports aren’t just sports, they’re essential. Let’s make sure the snow season is protected! If you agree, and believe snow sports should continue, please do fill out a letter to your local MPP below at: https://www.saveourskiing.ca/ PLEASE SHARE THIS LINK! 🙂...WHAT’S HAPPENING – NOVEMBER 2020
As we experience some unseasonably warm temperatures this week, it is the perfect reflection of the red hot real estate market in our region. Southern Georgian Bay’s volume and unit sales continued to rocket onward first spiking in the summer, then a brief decline and...Rethinking Home Base – BBC News Article
In This BBC News Article, Karen Willison weighs in on the massive sales boom in Southern Georgian Bay. The home office is a “huge factor in our exponential growth,” Willison says. Nor does she believe the trend will end once the crisis is past. “I believe 80% will...PRESS RELEASE FROM THE COLLINGWOOD GENERAL & MARINE HOSPITAL
October 1, 2020 – Collingwood General and Marine Hospital has issued an important notice regarding COVID-19 testing: If you make an appointment, show up. If you no longer need the appointment, cancel it. Respect your fellow citizens. “No shows” lead to lost...Upcoming 2020 Local Events In Collingwood, Blue Mountain and Beyond
The 2020 line up of events is on this fall as we see many activities trend to outside! There are many different things to discover, from Collingwood Food Tours, to the Agora Path of Light at Blue Mountain or even Outdoor Music at the Owen Sound Farmers Market, there...SKI SEASON IS COMING!
UPDATE FROM THE CEO OF BLUE MOUNTAIN The health and well-being of Alterra Mountain Company guests, employees, and local communities has and will always be our company’s highest priority. Since last winter’s resort closures, our teams have been working to develop...Local News – Concerns Over Pumped Storage Plant
In an open letter to The Meaford Independent, a local resident has voiced her concerns over the proposed pumped storage plant. Read her comments here :...Buyer Demographic Much Different in 2020
As summer 2020 begins to wind down, the same cannot be said for the flourishing real estate market. With limited inventory coupled with low interest rates the pent up demand from the traditional spring market lasted well into summer and is...2020 Homeownership and Financial Fitness Study Results
Genworth Canada’s recent Homeownership and Financial Fitness Study is a snapshot of Canadians’ Homeownership Attitudes and Financial Fitness . Given the unusual economic and financial circumstances we’re in, this data provides a comprehensive look at Canadians’...What’s On This Week – Local Events
More Events & Monthly Calendar 🗓...Hope in the Valley STAY AT HOME GALA – Saturday, June 6th
Hope in the Valley STAY AT HOME GALA — Saturday, June 6t…hosted by Thornbury-Clarksburg Rotary I AM PROUD TO BE A SPONSOR OF THIS EVENT! SEE YOU SATURDAY! Thorbury-Clarksburg ROTARIANS are organizing Stay at Home Gala – Hope in the Valley” event to...Welcome Joanne Brown, Sales Representative
Send Messagejebrown@royallepage.ca Joanne Brown Sales Representative Office: 877/705-445-5520 Call or Text Direct:705-994-5255 jebrown@royallepage.ca CollaborativeRealEstate.ca We are pleased to welcome Joanne Brown, Sales...Creative Gifts for Mother’s Day
Everyone knows that it is difficult to purchase gifts from stores currently, but online stores and delivery services in Collingwood have amazing gifts for Mother’s Day. This is also the perfect time to get creative and make your own gift to show your love for someone...Beaver Valley Weekly Bulletin Neighbours Helping Neighbours
Beaver Valley Weekly Bulletin Neighbours Helping Neighbours April 27 The Beaver Valley Weekly Bulletin lists local stores that are providing online services, pick-up and delivery. • Local Stores & Services – Check out Collingwood’s new one-stop online...Takeout and Delivery Options in Collingwood and Surrounding Areas
During Ontario’s current state of emergency, Collingwood and the surrounding areas are helping to minimize the impact by providing families with safe delivery and takeout with local restaurants. Below is a list of resources of which restaurants and markets are...Virtual Fitness Classes to do at Home
As gyms and studios close during Ontario’s state of emergency, many gyms and meditation studios pivoted to offering online videos on social media as a way to leverage their platforms for social good, and connect with their local community. In an effort to keep people...Educational and Creative Resources for Children at Home
Schools worldwide have closed in response to COVID-19, leaving parents and caregivers scrambling to find daily activities for their children that are educational, creative and entertaining. If you’re facing this challenge for the first time, there are many...Be Prepared For Possible Water Damage
Be Prepared For Possible Water DamageThis post is originally from The Co-Operators Insurance E-Alert and I’m sharing these great tips!During spring, rising temperatures, rainfall and melting snow could cause water damage to your property. Strong winds are also a...What to Do for March Break in Collingwood & Blue Mountain
Collingwood & Blue Mountain have plenty of events and attractions for the family to enjoy while on March Break. Explore kids activities, and family-friendly resources.
International Women’s Day in Collingwood
Celebrate International Women’s Day this March by showing appreciation for women in our lives that empower and inspire us. Collingwood has wonderful events to showcase the power of women through discussion panels, awards, community building, and fun nights out....Valentines Day & Family Day Weekend
Valentine’s Day Restaurants with Special Menus Valentine’s Day at Lakeside Seafood & Grill5 COURSE DINNER | $68 per person | Plus applicable taxes and gratuities Valentine’s Culinary Theatre Dinner5 COURSE DINNER | Live chef | $85 per person | Plus...Locations North Holiday House Tour 2019
Collingwood Holiday House Tour Saturday November 16th 8:00am – 5:00pm Host Venue Craigleith Ski Club 164 Craigleith Road, The Blue Mountains Tickets can be purchased below or by visiting us at the Collingwood Office (330 First Street). Tickets to be picked up on...Thanksgiving Weekend Events in Collingwood & The Blue Mountains
Apple Harvest Festival October 12th to 14th in the Blue Mountain Village, Thornbury, and Clarksburg! There’s no better way to enjoy Thanksgiving Weekend and the beautiful fall colours than in Ontario’s largest apple-growing region! Fill your long weekend...Local Canada Day Events
It’s going to be a great weekend with all the events planned around Southern Georgian Bay. Here’s a list of events for Thornbury, Clarksburg, Meaford, Collingwood & Wasaga Beach.Take Your Mom Out for Mother’s Day!
GTHS Mother’s Day Kitten Shower! The Georgian Triangle Humane Society is having a Kitten Shower, Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 12th Noon to 4pm. The GTHS is expecting over 500 homeless kittens and nursing mother cats to enter their Animal Center this kitten season....Easter Weekend in Collingwood & Blue Mountains
Collingwood Collingwood Easter Egg Hunt! Saturday, April 20th 10am-3pm Hunt for Eggs at The Station – 10 to 11 a.m. Children’s Activity Centre – 11 to 3 p.m. Pick up your Easter Egg Hunt form from the Town Hall Activity Centre and count the eggs hidden in the store...Backyard Glam Tour 2019
Backyard Glam Tour 2019Friday, July 5th and Saturday, July 6th, 2019Website | TicketsWelcome to another great season for the Glam Tour!Collaborative Real Estate is proud to be an EVENT SPONSOR!Your ticket purchase includes the Night Tour on Friday July 5th from...Coldest Night of the Year to Support Home Horizon
The Coldest Night of the Year is a family-friendly walk that raises money for charities serving hungry, homeless, and hurting people in our community. Walk with us on February 23, 2019!It’s cold out there. And on February 23rd, I’m going to do something...24 Hours BlueMtn in Support of Ontario Special Olympics & Collingwood G & M Hospital
I am excited to be participating with my team, Levaero Aviation in 24Hours BlueMtn in support of Ontario Special Olympics and Collingwood General & Marine Hospital on Feb. 22 – 24.
Southern Georgian Bay Real Estate Market Reports 2018
2018 in Review – Georgian Triangle Real Estate
2018 In Review Georgian Triangle Real Estate Report Click on the report cover to view/download the year end review for the overall region and below, individual market reports for Year End 2018 – The Blue Mountains, Clearview, Collingwood, Grey Highlands, Meaford...Monaco Collingwood Condos
Monaco Collingwood Condos is a new luxury downtown development, located at 1 Hume Street, Collingwood.The development will have a total of 127 units with completion date set for April 2020. Sales for available units start from the $400,000’s. Monaco’s new condominiums...Collingwood – Blue Mountains Christmas & Winter Holiday Events
Get into the holiday spirit! Christmas & family events in Collingwood, Blue Mountain Village, Thornbury and area. Just click the images below for details about each event. Be sure to check back throughout the holiday season for updates! Check out our Events...Guess Blue Mountain’s Opening Day 2018 Contest!
Head on over to our Facebook page and enter our Guess the Date Contest for a chance to win a $100 Gift Card to use towards lift tickets, hotel stays, meals and retail items at participating Blue Mountain locations.