Getting Our Act Together

The province’s proposed Green Energy Act will spearhead Ontarians into a greener future, and pave the way for renewable energy sources.

It’s an exciting time to be alive. Every once in a while throughout history, a major revolution takes place. It happened at the turn of the 18th century when industry sprung into action using chemicals, gas and steam power. We recently witnessed another one, as the dawn of technology came to pass, unleashing a newly digital and computerized world. Now one more major transformation is being born. Countries all over the globe are going green by looking at new eco-friendly technologies and ways to preserve Mother Earth – something we might see sooner than later in Ontario. Read more

Vivian Risi: Royal LePage – Your Community Realty

No matter what city you live in, being at the top of your profession isn’t easy. But for Vivian Risi, broker of record and owner of Royal LePage – Your Community Realty, surpassing standards is what a successful career is all about. With over 650 representatives in ten offices, Risi has built her business from the ground up to become Canada’s largest Royal LePage franchise. Accounting for more sales in York Region than any other brokerage, the company is widely known for its landmark services. A model for success, Risi sets the bar in the real estate industry – and it’s pretty high.

Second to none, Risi’s company is built with a focus on cultivating the very best realtors. The company’s in-house Real Estate Academy – a Canadian exclusive – offers ongoing training for novice and veteran agents. “It’s essential for success, to stay current on market trends, conditions, regulations and Read more

Paula Deliso: Getting the Job Done Right

When it comes to buying or selling a home, an experienced realtor can come in handy. For 20-year veteran Paula Deliso of Venture Real Estate Brokerage, Corp., the workings of real estate were instilled in her at an early age. “I live and breathe it,” says Deliso. “My dad invested wisely in the condo market in the early ‘80s, and I thought it would help him if I got my license.” The little gesture turned into a fruitful career for Deliso, who now serves an abundance of clients. And part of her success comes with going out of the way to create smiles. “There was one first-time buyer who started to cry when she finally got her key to her new home, because she was so happy.”

To get the job done right, Deliso offers her clients some practical suggestions. Location is a key factor. “You might want to consider proximity to schools, public transit, Read more

Getting to the Root of It All

Known for blowing away its clientele with flawless makeovers, David Grossi and the style gurus at L.A Hair Design are your go-to-team for mane advice. Learn how to give your hair the celebrity-style pampering it deserves with tips from the experts at L.A Hair Design.

Q1: What steps do you and your staff take for a colour and cut makeover on a client?
Grossi: The first step is listening to the client’s ideas for the look they would like to achieve. Secondly, we make suggestions to improve or add to the idea and thirdly, we would reaffirm to the client what we (the stylists) understand the final goal to be so we are on the same page.

Q2: How do you correct damaged hair after a home colouring disaster? Read more

Shana Ditta: Going the Extra Mile

In today’s competitive market, staying ahead of the game means going the extra mile – something Shana Ditta knows all about. As a realtor, she boasts a variety of skills to help her clients. “I can go into a home and instantly identify what will make it attractive to the most number of buyers, which is critical in this type of market,” Ditta says.

Her love for real estate was born after conducting her own personal real estate transactions. “It was something I truly developed a passion for, and I wanted to share it by helping people buy and sell their homes.” With a background as a financial advisor and an accredited home staging professional, she has come a long way in the industry. Knowing that selling a home can be very emotional, Ditta gives time, care, and respect to her clients. Her exclusive business style is based on the idea that every home is unique. “A standard one-size-fits-all approach just doesn’t Read more

Ecological Refuges

Are you looking to live in a fresh and clean space?

These stylish home décor products have come to save the day! With innovative tips and ideas for an eco-friendly atmosphere, you’ll be well underway to living the good life – eco style. Read more

Fine Art & Furniture’s

Offering a bevy of traditional and classical pieces such as accent chairs, buffet tables, lighting design, drapery and mirrors, Fine Art & Furniture’s is your complete home décor destination. Its special decorator will happily answer all your design questions, as she guides you through a tour of her exquisite location, housing some of the most distinctive pieces in the city. Specializing in canvas painting, she can create an oil painting by simply looking at a picture. Come in for a consultation and watch the experts at Fine Art & Furniture’s make your home the talk of the town.

Fine Art & Furniture’s
905.669.2688

Salon Massimo

Owner Massimo Puntillo, left, and his creative stylists

A great hairstyle can transform your look from drab to fab! Let the professionals at Salon Massimo take your look to new heights – with their extensive knowledge of hair therapy and aesthetics. Walk in for a consultation to discover owner Massimo Puntillo’s thrilling cutting-edge techniques. “I have a great staff. Without them it would be impossible to achieve the level of success I have earned in my 21 years as a hairstylist,” says Puntillo. Constantly updating themselves, the stylists at Salon Massimo go to great lengths to ensure each haircut, colour and style is a work of art by travelling the globe to partake in seminars and workshops taught by world-renowned hair professionals.

“Great hair starts with a great cut and if you don’t know how to use your tools, no amount of styling will fix a bad haircut,” says Puntillo, who suggests using the Schwarzkopf line for the airbrushed touch your tresses crave.  Salon Massimo also maximizes your beauty with its on-site aesthetician, who will pamper you with dazzling manicures, pedicures and soothing facials. www.salonmassimo.com

Crystal Water Salon & Spa

Founders Tina Lombardi and her mother, Loretta Lombardi

Envision yourself immersed into the highest and purest form of beauty. Tina and Loretta Lombardi open the doors of Crystal Water Salon & Spa to transform this fantasy into reality. In a comfortable and pristine environment, the professional team at this go-to spa ensures impeccable results. The generous, dynamic Lombardi duo unveils the secret to divine skin and body contours with non-surgical and elite Elös treatments. Using the magical touch of this technology, Crystal Water Salon & Spa has clients dancing away with youthful, firm bodies and flawless, smooth skin. Biodroga Systems skin care is what Loretta and Tina have chosen to be their exclusive skin products.

Your tresses will be pampered using Redken’s chemistry system, Moroccan oil masks and a take-home regimen full of product specifically suited for your hair type and lifestyle. Read more

Nasrin Hairstyling: Get Pampered From Root-to-Tip

Owner Nasrin Indravis

“I’m bored of my hair, I’ll leave it up to you.” These are words owner Nasrin Indravis has heard many times in her 23 years as a professional hairstylist. That’s because her clients’ trust in her abilities is unprecedented, and her gracious spirit makes them feel right at home. “The best compliment is when my clients are so happy with my work they refer me to a family member or friend,” says Indravis, who is certified in permanent makeup.

Housed in a modern yet classical ambience, Nasrin Hairstyling brings creative flair and fast-forward hairstyling techniques to emerging trends – a recipe that ensures you’ll be the belle of the ball. Wondering what Indravis defines her success upon, she grins and says: “You have to be a phenomenal hairdresser, but you have to have the personality to match. Who wants to sit in a chair for a colour, cut and blow-dry and be bored Read more

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