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TRIDEL DORSAY AND MARKHAM DISTRICT ENERGY PARTNER FOR FIRST RESIDENTIAL CLIENT

Canada’s first residential building connected to ‘green’ energy offers residents a breath of fresh air

(Left To Right) Geoffrey Grayhurst, Dorsay Developments, Leo DelZotto, President of Tridel, Don Cousens, Mayor of Markham, and Bruce Ander, President and CEO of Markham District Energy.

At a special ceremony held on Thursday, September 21 2006, at Tridel Dorsay’s newest community, Circa was presented with an award recognizing it for its EcoLogo building connection by Markham District Energy. EcoLogo recognizes leadership in environmentally sustainable products, including delivering energy efficient heating and cooling to Canadian buildings. Circa is the first residential building in Canada with heating and cooling supplied by an EcoLogo certified district energy system.

Using highly efficient equipment, cogeneration and clean fuels, hot water and chilled water is produced and sent to Circa through underground pipes and used to heat and cool the building. There are zero emissions coming from Circa itself. This partnership is a natural fit as Tridel is a leader in promoting environmental stewardship among condo purchasers, consistently offers numerous environmental features and has been frequently recognized for its leadership, innovation and commitment.

Leo DelZotto, President of Tridel said, “Tridel will consistently take the risk and push the boundary towards innovation and improvement. Using a new approach to build homes can be better for the environment, better for our customers and better for business. Partnering with Markham District Energy is a natural extension of this philosophy and we are thrilled to be the first residential building connected to this smart energy choice. “

When presenting the award, Bruce Ander, President and CEO of Markham District Energy noted, “This partnership with Tridel and the connection to Circa was strategically very important to Markham District Energy as it has helped continue the strong growth of its environmentally sound energy system.” Also in attendance was Markham Mayor Don Cousens who said, “It is inspiring to work with the visionary leaders at Tridel who are supporting the quality service offered by Markham District Energy. We are proud to welcome the residents of Circa, the first residential tower occupied in Markham Centre.”

Circa is the first tower in the new smart-growth Markham Centre and the launch of Circa’s phase two will continue to build this exciting community. Circa 2 will also be connected to Markham District Energy. Located on Highway 7, just west of Warden Avenue, the Circa community is situated at the heart of the new Markham Town Centre. Over the next decade the area is expected to become the nucleus where people not only live and work, but also enjoy the best in dining, entertainment and recreational facilities.

Circa welcomes its newest edition

Now launching is Tridal Dorsay’s impressive Circa 2, a 16-storey, terraced condominium residence that will also take advantage of the Markham District Energy Partnership. With several outstanding designs available, Circa 2 offers buyers a plethora of choice. Purchasers can select from spacious one- two- and three-bedroom designs, many with dens. These suites range in size from 630 to 1696 square feet and are priced from $219,000 to $548,000. Also available is the incredible Signature Collection of penthouse suites, which ranges in size from 1,608 to 2,936 square feet and are priced from $635,000 to $1,250,000. The Signature Collection of suites also includes two parking spaces, one storage locker and additional, gorgeous upgraded finishes.

Located on Highway 7, just west of Warden Avenue, the Circa community is situated at the heart of the new Markham Town Centre. Over the next decade the area is expected to become the nucleus where people not only live and work, but also enjoy the best in dining, entertainment and recreational facilities. Traveling in and out of Markham is made very easy thanks to the proximity of highways 404, 407 and the GO Transit Rail System, not to mention Buttonville airport, which provides convenient domestic and short distance international flights. And Viva, York Region’s new and exciting rapid transit service, which hit the streets in September 2005 is just steps from Circa’s doorstep.

Markham District Energy

Markham District Energy is an energy company owned by the Town of Markham. Created in 1999, Markham District Energy’s mission is to develop a world class district energy system to serve commercial, residential and institutional energy customers in Markham Centre, Markham’s developing smart growth downtown core.

Joint Venture Partners

Dorsay Development Corporation is a diverse real estate development firm with investments throughout the Greater Toronto Area, in the residential, retail and office sectors. The company has developed over 400 new homes and over 325,000 square feet of retail space. The company has been active in the real estate market in the Greater Toronto Area since 1988, is privately held by a European investor, and is headed by Geoffrey Grayhurst.

Tridel is Canada’s leading developer and builder of condominium residences with more than 70 years of homebuilding experience. To date the Tridel Group of Companies is responsible for producing over 66,500 homes, and continues to lead the industry in innovation, technology and design. Tridel is determined to develop condominium communities that meet the needs of today’s homeowners while safeguarding the well being of future generations. The company is working to meet this goal by focusing on environmentally sustainable building design and performance in construction and corporate stewardship. In recognition of Tridel’s outstanding service to its homeowners, Tridel has also been awarded the coveted Ontario High-Rise Builder of the Year Award by Tarion, formerly known as the Ontario New Home Warranty Program, and Home Builder of the Year by the Greater Toronto Home Builders’ Association and received the City of Toronto 2006 Green Award for Energy Conservation.