When searching for the perfect apartment, location is one of the most critical factors to consider. After all, where you live can have a significant impact on your daily life, from your commute to work or school to your access to amenities and services. In this article, we’ll explore why proximity to buildings and other…
It can be challenging to properly calculate your expenses for your budget as a first-time home buyer. There is often more to consider than closing costs and the price of immediate repairs. . Whether you are looking for a home or already own one, you can bet that there will be annual repair and maintenance…
Want to learn how to maximize the layout of your new studio rental? There are tons of simple ways to cozy it up and make it feel more like home. Discover some of the best tips and tricks below on how to make the most out of your studio apartment. Less is More When it…
It is with pride and excitement that we are announcing a pilot project in partnership with MicroHabitat for Summer and Fall 2021 at Appartements VIE in Montreal. The section of the rooftop at 2255 Saint-Mathieu that was previously unused was transformed at the end of June and is now hosting an urban farm! Our Partner:…
One cost that many new renters attempt to avoid is that of renters insurance. Many first time renters simply believe that either a) the landlord’s insurance covers the building anyways or b) that it is a waste of money.
Both of these are misconceptions.
We are proud be a leader in energy economy with the implementation of solar lights in our communities. Three years ago, solar lights were installed in the parking lots and pathways of two of our largest communities: Forest Ridge Apartments & Townhomes and Parkway Park, in Ottawa. Our solar lights store energy from the sun…
It is no secret that electric cars contribute to reducing our environmental impact and it is with that in mind that we made available an electric car charging station at LIV Apartments in Ottawa. It was about 3 years ago that the charging station was installed in the parking lot of the property. The EVlink…
At CLV Group, we aim to reduce our environmental impact through multiple initiatives, in our properties and our offices. Did you know that 10 of our communities across Quebec and Ontario are equipped with a smart thermostat in every unit? That’s a total of 1,995 units! See below a list of the communities in question:…
In the first week of November 2019, our Ottawa office took a greener turn with a new coffee machine that does not use capsules or cups. Previously using a Keurig coffee machine, our waste was significant with approximately 80 staff members consuming coffee daily. Keurig K-cups are difficult to recycle, and we believed that if…
Are you curious as to why people are going so eco-friendly these days? It’s because saving energy is not only beneficial for the environment, but it also saves you money — a lot of it. So how do you go about turning your place into a sustainable oasis without breaking the bank? Let us show…