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Experience Middleton Mountain

June 1, 2016

Middleton Mountain is a neighborhood connected to Vernon that has grown immensely with developments and new opportunities. This area in British Columbia is close to downtown Vernon - in fact only 5 minutes away. At the Vernon Visitor Centre, this is where your journey can begin. You can pick up a Middleton Mountain Trails Map and start your experience. There are countless trails and outdoor adventures to enjoy with the beautiful weather. Several parks and trails are located on the…

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We Are Launching In Legacy

May 11, 2016

Legacy is a spectacular new neighbourhood just south of Walden in Calgary. This community thrives in a landscape of subtle slopes, mountain views and stunning valleys. With over 15 km of interconnected walking paths and nature trails, the area creates a network of opportunities. We are proud to announce the Legend of Legacy launch on May 14th, 2016. You can come see what has been built during our grand opening event from 12pm - 5pm. Legend of Legacy by Aldebaran…

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Staycations Popular in Canada for 2016

April 26, 2016

There’s no denying that the weaker Canadian dollar has impacted how Canadians choose their travel plans. Residents are considering more staycations and road trips this summer, while an increased rate of foreign visitors are heading to the big cities. Ultimately, the pace of Canada’s tourism growth is affected by higher prices and the financial concerns of consumers. Cities Benefiting From The Rise In Staycations Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Winnipeg and Halifax are all feeling the benefits…

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New School Creates Growth for South Calgary

April 14, 2016

Welcome to The Growing Communities of Walden and Legacy in Calgary. Thanks to the new MidSun School, Legacy and Walden families now have a new designated place to send their young ones. The middle school (grades 7-9) brings new opportunities to the area, and creates ease for families during their change. There are transportation services to both communities thanks to the Calgary Board of Education Transport System. Legacy and Walden are located in the southeast sector of Calgary, just under…

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Living in the Okanagan Valley

March 31, 2016

Come for the weather, stay for the lifestyle. There is no denying that the Okanagan Valley is becoming one of the most sought after locations in Western Canada, and balmy weather is not the only thing that is driving people here. The people, the activities, the investment opportunities and the family life are just some of the reasons why more people are choosing this area. Kelowna and Vernon provide an abundance of necessities for when you need to take care…

Bench In Fall In Legacy Calgary Community

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The Rise of Downsizing & Maintenance-Free Living

March 18, 2016

There are many factors that contribute to the increasing appeal of downsizing for homebuyers. When you think of downsizing, you think less space; but really the opportunity to declutter and focus less on maintenance can make your life considerably less stressful. Not to mention, it’s a very smart financial decision when you don’t need all that extra room. More and more homebuyers are looking towards affordability with uncompromisable quality and convenience. That lock and leave lifestyle with maintenance-free living is…

Lake Kalamalka View From Ridges On Middleton

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BC Adjusts Property Transfer Tax

March 3, 2016

The new housing affordability measures were announced recently in Burnaby, creating big changes. Effective February 17th 2016, the purchase of a qualifying new housing unit valued up to $750,000 will be exempt from the Property Transfer Tax (PTT). This is a significant savings when buying a new home. For example, if you purchase a new home at a price of $400,000, you will be exempt from paying the $6,000 in property transfer tax. The tax structure change has being…

Legacy: South Calgary’s Newest Community Comes to Life

February 19, 2016

Experience it all in Legacy Legacy is south Calgary’s newest community and features homes for any stage of life. These remarkable developments have been continuously growing, while incorporating the natural surroundings. The neighborhood and area is home to natural reserves, pristine architecture and peaceful family streets. With 1,100 acres of breathtaking land, the vision of Legacy comes from over a decade of thoughtful planning. Legacy is centered in a landscape of subtle slopes, mountain views and stunning valleys. Over 15…

Legend of Legacy

August 7, 2015

Stunning townhomes starting at the mid 300's in one of Calgary's newest and most exciting communities. Located in South Calgary, Legacy's 1,100 acres offer beautiful mountain views, breathtaking valleys and tons of breathing room. Visit LegendofLegacy.ca to sign-up for first release pricing!

Emerald Views in Vernon, BC

August 7, 2015

Emerald Views, the newest and only planned gated community in Vernon is perched on a peninsula plateau overlooking Lake Kalamalka, Vernon Golf and Country Club, Downtown Vernon and Swan Lake. Located in the much desired community of Middleton Mountain, this project has been designed to take advantage of the panoramic views from this beautiful hillside community. We know you have more important things to do, so this property has underground sprinkler systems with landscaping the responsibility of the strata. The…