Lib Aylmer – Starting a new life

Meet new residents who have decided to come and live in the Lib rental condos in Gatineau (Aylmer) . Get acquainted! They explain why the Lib was the best choice!

Mercedes and Normand Guillemet are a proud Franco-Ontarian couple moving into the Lib Aylmer together soon. After just a short visit, they knew that this was the right place to start their new life—peaceful and relaxing, but also filled with fun and socializing Mr. Guillemet is already looking into virtual golf, while Mrs. Guillemet is dreaming of a dip in the pool. Get to know them yourself!

To listen to the full interview, click on VIDEO.

Top 5 – Stay active this winter in Outaouais!

The Lib’s location in Aylmer, Gatineau, offers myriad ways to enjoy the winter without travelling far from home. To narrow down your options, here are our top 5 winter activities for fresh air, rejuvenation and staying in shape.

Gatineau Park

Gatineau Park is a perennial favourite, and visiting in winter only further brings out its beauty, peacefulness and truly impressive size. Take in all 361 square kilometres of the snowy landscape! It’s the perfect place to enjoy a range of physical activities, with 50 cross-country ski trails, 14 snowshoeing paths and, for more laid-back days, a multitude of picturesque walking routes. If you’re looking to dive into a new winter sport, the park also offers on-site equipment rentals. Check out the official website for more information and updates on rule changes for certain activities, depending on the public health situation. GATINEAU PARK – NATIONAL CAPITAL COMMISSION (NCC-CCN.GC.CA)

Rideau Canal Skateway

We couldn’t possibly leave out the Rideau Canal Skateway, a beloved ice-skating destination since 1970. The 7.8-kilometre track is an attraction like no other, running straight through the heart of the capital. In 2005, it was recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest naturally frozen ice rink in the world! But that’s not the only record it has broken—in 2019, the rink recorded an unprecedented 1.5 million visitors. This year, you can be one of them! RIDEAU CANAL SKATEWAY – NATIONAL CAPITAL COMMISSION (NCC-CCN.GC.CA)

Éco-Odyssée Nature Park

Still got your skates on? Good—you’ll need them to enjoy the unique experience of Éco-Odyssée Nature Park, where nature lovers try to navigate the world’s only ice-skating maze. Covering three kilometres, the trails lead you through a variety of ecosystems, including forest, marsh and field. You can even take your experience to the next level by visiting at night. The trails are lit each evening after sundown, and on Thursdays, the atmosphere is heightened with music. HOME – ÉCO-ODYSSÉE (ECO-ODYSSEE.CA)

Pêche Blanche Gatineau

Put a new twist on fishing! The Gatineau ice fishing centre is ready to welcome you for a day of fun and relaxation with friends or family. With more than 200 heated ice shacks available to rent, you’ll be a part of transforming the frozen lake into a bustling community! For those with a more competitive spirit, there will be a friendly ice fishing competition on February 27. Reel in the biggest lunker and you’ll take home the $1,000 jackpot—now that’s a catch! PÊCHE BLANCHE GATINEAU (PECHEBLANCHEGATINEAU.COM)

Old Aylmer Walking Tour

Take a stroll through history and see the city through fresh eyes with the Old Aylmer Historical Tour. Simply download the free app, BaladoDiscovery, to your smart phone or tablet and listen as you roam around the 1.5-kilometre route, passing by stately heritage homes, historical businesses and important locations in the city’s history. The journey ends at Des Cèdres Park, on the shore of the Ottawa River—the perfect spot to warm up with a cup of hot chocolate. BALADODISCOVERY – OLD AYLMER HISTORICAL TOUR (BALADODISCOVERY.COM)

A brand-new residential complex in the heart of Aylmer

Rental condos on a historical site, matching the lifestyle of individuals 55+ 

Aylmer, June 7th,  2021 – EMD-Batimo has chosen to locate its next innovative residential complex in Aylmer, The Lib Aylmer. Intended for active individuals aged 55 and over, this modern six-story building, located at the intersection of Rue Principale and Boulevard Wilfrid-Lavigne will stand out due to its various, exclusive attributes.  

Its official opening is scheduled for spring 2022, and the rental office is now welcoming its first visitors, by appointment. It is now possible to schedule a personalized visit on lelib.ca or by calling 819-557-1140. A local advertising campaign (bus shelters, printed and digital newspapers, social media) in the coming weeks will arouse curiosity and enthusiasm for this unique complex.   

 Matching the Image of 55+ Individuals 

“The Lib Aylmer is much more than just a rental condo,” explains Francis Charron, President of Batimo and Co-President of EMD Construction.  Although retirees and semi-retirees are entering the stage of their lives where they want to sell their homes, they are generally healthier and more active than those of previous generations. Therefore, retirement homes do not appeal to them at all. They are looking for a modern, safe place, that will allow them to have a social life and be near essential services. The Lib Aylmer will allow them to enjoy life, as it matches the image of their desires and their reality.” 

In fact, it promotes an active and social lifestyle thanks to several versatile and unifying common spaces: the lounge, the pool room and gym, the community kitchen for meals between friends or family, the heated pool, the interior courtyard, the virtual golf course and two patios, one of which has a BBQ. 

160 units will be for rent, ranging from 2 ½ to 5 ½ (from 517 to 1318 square feet) combining comfort, elegance, quality materials and offering several inclusions. Four units, from 656 to 1317 square feet, will be created in the former Académie d’Aylmer (a historical monument dating back to 1861) for a few lucky tenants to enjoy. 

In The Heart of Local History 

Since it is built on the site of the former Académie d’Aylmer, The Lib  Aylmer will have a very special charm, combining history and contemporary design. The Académie was integrated into the construction by preserving the original stone walls in several common areas and apartments. As for the new part of the building, it will have a green roof and an inner courtyard with several trees and shrubs. 

Located at the entrance of a captivating historical district, it will offer the benefits of vibrant urban life and the peaceful side of being close to green spaces. Its occupants can also take advantage of many nearby services, amenities, and places to enjoy the great outdoors: grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, the Galeries d’Aylmer (with its 40 shops and stores), the Outaouais river, the Marina, natural parks, the Club de golf Champlain and the Royal Ottawa Golf Club.