Inside Calgary

What’s Happening

Residents of Qualico Communities can go viral, as the developer launches their Porchraits Project. Qualico is partnering with Michelle Wilson Photography to say thank you to new homeowners and lift their spirits, and everyone who takes possession of their home in one of Qualico’s communities during June, July or August get a free photo session on their porch – or porchtrait. “Despite these challenging times, purchasing a new home is still one of life’s major milestones that deserves to be celebrated” said Nina Wulder, Marketing Consultant for Qualico Communities.

StreetSide returns to Inglewood

StreetSide Developments has a long history in the historic community of Inglewood, and it is renewing this relationship with the launch of Konekt Inglewood.

Konekt consists of 104 one- and two- bedroom homes in a three-storey wood frame building, each home has a dedicated parking spot.

The project site is at the very heart of Calgary’s oldest community. It located along Inglewood’s Green Pathway System, which links Pearce Estate Park in the east to the River Walk and Fort Calgary in the west. The site is steps away from the Bow River, The Bow Habitat Station and Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery, the Inglewood Aquatic Centre, and the community’s bustling 9th Avenue District.

“We have a long development history with Inglewood and an appreciation for the community,” said Richard Daley, Vice-President, StreetSide Developments Calgary.

“The name ‘Konekt’ was inspired by Inglewood’s ideal location and the ability to connect with its surroundings, its people, its history.” Pre-sales have started, and homes start from the low $200,000s. Find out more at livekonekt.ca.

Jayman BUILT opens two new show homes in Cornerstone

Jayman BUILT – one of the big winners at the 2019 BILD Awards – just opened two more show homes in Cornerstone. The new show homes mark Jayman’s first front-drive-garage homes in this dynamic northeast community.

“We are excited to open this product type and be able to provide this product offering to growing families in one of Calgary’s best northeast communities,” says marketing lead, Kirby Ryan.

Both the Keira and Karma are especially perfect for blended families, Kirby says. “There are so many options to personalize this home to suit each family and their individual lifestyle and needs. There is an option for a main floor bedroom with full bath. There is an option for a secondary suite and side entry for rental income in the basement, or for a larger family to have a parent or other relative live in the secondary suite.” All Jayman BUILT show homes are open for walk-ins. For more info, go to jayman.com.

Finalists for BILD Alberta announced

Building Industry Land Development Alberta Association (BILD Alberta) is pleased to announce the 82 finalists of the BILD Alberta Awards presented by The Alberta New Home Warranty Program.

A total of 230 submissions came in from across Alberta to compete for the awards. Edmonton region has 40 finalists, followed by Calgary region at 32. Lethbridge and Central Alberta region each have five finalists in the running for provincial awards.

In Edmonton, Milestone Group of Companies led the finalists with eight nominations. Brookfield Residential also has a total of eight for both its Calgary and Edmonton divisions.

The Awards feature 28 individual categories and five prestigious Pinnacle Awards. The Pinnacle Awards will be presented to the highest scoring developer, renovator, and home builders in the small-volume, large-volume and multi-family categories. Pinnacle Awards are given out based on a demonstration of leadership in design, safety, volunteerism and customer satisfaction.

“The BILD Alberta Awards are a great opportunity to recognize members for their innovative and creative designs. Regardless of the unprecedented times we are currently facing, our members continue to build, renovate and create communities for Albertans to call home. We are excited to share the preliminary results from the competition,” said BILD Alberta Executive Director Scott Fash.

The full list of nominees can be found at bildalberta.ca/awards/

Did you know?

Calgary has a very diverse population. The 2016 census reveals that 477,780 Calgarians identified as a visible minority or Canadian Aboriginal. There are also 23 languages other than English and French that Calgarians speak as their mother tongue.