It is a nice thing to be able to tell of a good deed or exceptional service. We enjoyed that feeling last week, we had gone to Milestones Bar and Grill in Etobicoke for lunch.  The interior was a pleasant surprise with individual booths for all customers, set at varying heights, very unique.
The food was […]

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Making Sense of Facebook and Marketing Tips and Techniques

By Dr. Cindy Gordon
In the last couple of years, Facebook has gone from a college photo-sharing site to a burgeoning business- networking platform for self-promotion, advertising and multimedia interaction. With new apps and add-ons, Facebook users can send each other a virtual drink, create and […]

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Yet again another article in which the “OMB” tramples over top of elected officials and stands by as taxpayers are “theatened” out of excercising their rights.  Interesting article from Toronto Star by Rick Smith 
Democracy suffers under barrage of strategic lawsuits
Toronto StarRick Smith
Devon Page
Opinion Editorial
As the old saying goes, “Big oaks from little acorns grow.”
So […]

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The residents of the quaint rural community of Hillsdale are outraged, and so they have a right to be. Once again the OMB has come in on the side of the big developer. (and who is surprised at that)  The residents feel bullied by the developers after the fiasco in Barrie where the mighty Geranium […]

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Construction defects and safety violations are quite common and are usually very visible, but the majority of home owners are totally unaware of them. Some, in fact, like standing water by foundations, are commonly avoided by the home owner as he walks around his house. People get used to seeing things and unless educated never […]

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After serving the community faithfully for many years an old landmark is about to meet its demise. Noted for having the best ice surface of all the arenas in the area and having been home to many past championship teams is not enough to save this grand old lady from the wreakers ball.
The local schools are not impressed with […]

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Listening to the sound of the whistle blow from the Go train this morning reminded me of an article in the paper from an irate citizen complaining about the noise waking up those people at 5:30 in the morning. Later in the morning as I was having my coffee I read an article from the […]

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Randy and Tammy Wigley have a great team concept that they have made available to their clients. One stop shopping is a service that is now available when making your Real Estate sale or purchase. Tammy and Randy Wigley are both Full Time Real Estate Brokers and are members of both the Barrie Real […]

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This is a guide for homeowner’s information only and the Barrie Home Inspector does not accept any responsibility for its accuracy or use. Always use a licensed electrician for any electrical work in your home.
 
Many homes have had electrical additions made over the years.  This is the major cause of minor electrical deficiencies during the […]

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Home Inspections and Your Air Conditioner
There are different types of air conditioners that can be used in your home. We will be discussing the split system central air conditioner typically found in residential homes. Air conditions are one of the most expensive mechanical systems in your home and have a relatively short life span. According […]

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