Publication: May 24th – KITCHENER-WATERLOO RECORD

BRESLAU, ONTARIO, MAY 12, 2008 – Recently, multi-award-winning Empire added three new corner lot designs to its superb collection of detached homes on 30’, 36’ and 44’ full-depth lots at Riverland. This master-planned community in Breslau is a beautiful example of the company’s commitment to providing a higher standard in every community they build.

All of the architecturally inspired homes at Riverland are adorned with charming ornamental trim details. Interior standards span the gamut from gourmet kitchens with an island and/or breakfast bar (as per plan), to rich ceramics and natural finish oak handrail and pickets on finished stair areas. Plus, Empire only builds ENERGY STAR® homes, which save homeowners money through reduced energy costs, and result in healthier indoor air quality. Empire has twice been awarded the EnerGuide Builder of the Year award from the EnerQuality Corporation.

A special opportunity

On Sunday, June 1st from noon to 4 p.m., join 96.7 CHYM FM’s popular on-air personality Linda Martelli, live on location. Take this special opportunity to tour the three professionally decorated model homes here: the 1,575 sq. ft. Peony (Elevation A) on a 30’ lot, the 2,197 sq. ft. Nuthatch (Elevation A) on a 36’ lot, and the 2,852 sq. ft. Walnut (Elevation D) on a 44’ lot. Enjoy a Lick’s barbecue, and be sure to enter to win a four-pack of tickets for the musical comedy “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” at the Drayton Festival Theatre (Wednesday, July 16th 8 p.m.). The winners will be transported in style with limo service by Brentwood Livery. Plus, you can also enter to win an all-stainless steel Grill Chef (65,000 BTU) from the newly renovated Brick in Kitchener - retail value: $500.

Riverland is situated near the Grand River, adjacent to picturesque Breslau Park, next to Kitchener and close to Cambridge. The community is just five minutes from Highway 7, 15 minutes from the 401, and less than an hour from the GTA. Eventually home to 1,300 families, Riverland offers access to a wealth of existing local amenities, plus a brand new retail complex will be built close by.

Detached homes on 30’ full-depth lots start from $219,990; on 36’ full-depth lots from $263,990; and on 44’ full-depth lots from $308,990. Empire is currently offering thousands in savings and bonuses at all their southwestern Ontario locations. Additionally, Empire purchasers benefit from mortgage rate discounts of up to 1.25 per cent off posted rates that are capped for up to 18 months.

The Sales Centre and three model homes are on Woolwich Street South in Breslau. Exit the 401 at Highway 8, take Maple Grove Road to Fountain Road North, travel north to Victoria Street, then west to Woolwich and follow the Empire signs. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m.; Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 519-648-9762 or visit www.empirecommunities.com