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At Commerce Court, we greatly value our relationships with stakeholders and most importantly among them is our relationship with our tenants. Tenant engagement, experience and satisfaction are at the core of what we do, and we are fortunate to have Lucia Jackman, Tenant Relations Manager, lead these efforts. Lucia is primarily responsible for cultivating and maintaining day-to-day relationships with tenant contacts as well as on-boarding new tenants during move-ins. She is also often about the complex on her regular walkarounds and present during tenant meet and greats. Should you see Lucia around the property, please feel free to say hello.
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Commerce Court’s Summer Series: Out of Office is taking place now through the end of August and has been a big hit so far! In the month of July, tenants enjoyed complimentary Music in the Courtyard featuring artists from Stratford Summer Music, a flower and farmers’ market featuring Terrarium Workshops, and the first two installments of our heritage walking tour Architecture, Art & Style: Commerce Court North.
 Out of Office (OOO) celebrates the idea of getting away from our desks and enjoying a midday retreat through music, the outdoors, creativity and connecting with others. For the upcoming weeks in August, OOO will continue to inject vibrancy and energy into the complex as we host tenants for even more events, including Learn to Paint classes.
To learn more about Out of Office please click here.
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Happy News: Hoarding for Humanity Recognizes Commerce Court
 Commerce Court was recently presented with an award from Hoarding for Humanity in recognition of hoarding material donation! Commerce Court’s Construction Management team uses Hoarding for Humanity to supply the dry wall hoarding that is installed outside retail spaces that are under construction. The organization is the complex’s approved vendor for hoarding services.
Hoarding for Humanity’s focus is to use an environmentally-friendly approach to the hoarding process by using recyclable materials. The used hoarding material is donated to the Habitat for Humanity Canada ReStores where all material is given new life and funds raised from the sale of the material goes toward building new homes for those in need. In addition, the use of eco-friendly paint is applied to all hoardings.
To learn more about Hoarding for Humanity, click here.
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Lost Rivers Remind Us of Hidden Waters
 The Greater Toronto Area is blessed with Lake Ontario’s beaches and tributary rivers that flow down from the Oak Ridges Moraine. In Toronto, some rivers are hidden from site but can still be traced where they flow underground. For example, Taddle Creek runs south-east from St. Clair West to King and Yonge area. Lost River Walks, a Toronto-based organization, aims to remind us of the connection between the City and its water systems.
This summer discover lost rivers by joining or leading a tour. Visit lostrivers.ca for more information.
Shoreline Cleanup
The problem of plastics and other waste ending up in our waterways may seem daunting, especially when viewing photos or videos of plastic ocean islands. One way to make a difference locally is to join or lead a shoreline cleanup.
 Litter can have devastating consequences for wildlife. Animals mistake litter for food or become entangled in rope, string and nets. Litter can transport invasive species or introduce dangerous toxins into an ecosystem. In 2018, over 1,350 cleanups were coordinated in Canada, removing more than 48,400 kg of litter!
Visit shorelinecleanup.ca to view events nearby or to register yours.
 Energy Saving Ideas for Keeping Cool this August
During the summer months keeping our homes cool with an air conditioner can lead to costly electricity bills and higher energy footprint. Here are a few tips to help us all keep cool while saving energy and money.
- Keep the blinds closed: Did you know that up to 30 percent of unwanted heat comes from your windows? By utilizing shades, a home can save up to 7% on cooling bills and lower indoor temperatures by up to 20 degrees.
- Keep the air flowing: use the outdoor breeze to cool your home. Open windows and interior doors to create a cross breeze; it is especially effective during the night time.
- Try this fan “hack”: Fill a bowl with ice or an ice pack and position it at an angle in front of a large fan. The fan will blow cooler air into the room.
- Consider a ceiling fan: Consuming much less energy than an air conditioner, ceiling fans are also more affordable. Set your ceiling fan to rotate counter-clockwise for a cooler effect.
- Maintain your air conditioner: Did you know that leaking ducts can account for 20 to 40% of cooling costs? check the ducts for leaks and while you are at it, make sure you change the filter on a regular basis for cleaner air.
- Cook outside when possible: stoves generate a lot of heat, so why not grill your meal? You will spend time outside and as a bonus have less pots and pans to wash.
 Sustainability Squad: Xeriscaping
This month’s theme of the Sustainability Squad is Xeriscaping – a natural, low to no water landscaping technique. Whether it is your garden or balcony, Xeriscaping is the grouping of native vegetation that typically requires low or no watering. The use of native species helps create a more weather adaptable garden, while also helping support local pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
To learn more about Xeriscaping visit: http://www.greenbelt.ca/gi_xeriscaping
Wellness Tip of the Month
Social connections strengthen the immune system, lower rates of anxiety and depression, and improve self-esteem.
To read more wellness tips and download resources, click here.
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