Independent Living

Building

The Cornerstone is located at the north-east corner of Gateway Road and Knowles Avenue in North Kildonan. The site is located next to the Covenant Christian Reformed Church to the east, and the North East Pioneers Greenway to the west. The development features generous green space to blend in with the character of the surrounding area. Landscaping features incorporate access to the North East Pioneers Greenway, and the church. Landscaping plans include raised gardens and stone patios. The Cornerstone will maintain the trees, bushes and flowers.

Landscaping

Abundant green space developed into raised-bed gardens, with walking paths, patios, and a greenhouse
Professional landscaping
Generous and scenic frontage on the North East Pioneers Greenway (walking/cycling path) to the west
Paved parking for residents, visitors and staff.

Exterior

Attractive brick, stone and colored stucco façade
Large (8ft x 12ft) 4 season sunrooms
Automobile drop-off / pick-up area with canopy
Expansive views to the East, West and South

Parking

Heated enclosed parking - 1 stall per suite
Heated concrete floor with permanent slope for positive drainage
Resident’s workshop / winemaking area
Tenant storage areas

Downtown (to be fully developed 2013-2015)

A “downtown” common area featuring amenities such as:
Main entrance; reception; on-site management office
Furnished lounge & multipurpose area with fireplace

Full service dining room
Coffee bar; library; craft area; patio
Private dining, meeting room and theatre
Common areas exclusive to independent living:

Games room, guest rooms, greenhouse

Elevator

Two quiet traction passenger elevators

Security

Main entrance enter-phone system with CCTV camera connected to all suites
Key FOB access to enclosed parking & main entrance
Smoke and heat detectors
Secure dead-bolt locks on all entry doors
Fire protection sprinkler system

Construction

Concrete floors
Sound barrier walls and floors between suites
Energy efficient triple-glazed windows, walls and roof
Environmentally responsible features such as energy conserving exterior walls/roof/windows, heat recovery ventilation system, energy efficient lighting; water conserving plumbing fixtures; high efficiency heating and cooling systems, and sustainable/durable construction materials

Corridors

Featured suite entrances with key/baggage shelf
High quality carpeting
Architectural mouldings
Acoustic ceiling tile system
Fresh air pressurized to eliminate cooking odours
Garbage disposal / recycling station on each floor