Zibi Gatineau Quebec | U/C

[J.OT13]

It's crazy how fast the rental gap is closing considering how much higher taxes are on the Quebec side. It won't be long before Gatineau will be more expensive than Ottawa, that is unless your child(ren) go to a Quebec Cegep or University.

[Acajack]

I think you guys might be discounting how many people commit income tax fraud by having an Ottawa address while paying Gatineau rent.

It's a lot harder to do that when you actually own a home, which involves a lot more paperwork and leaves more of a trail in Quebec.

[J.OT13]

Originally Posted by Acajack

I think you guys might be discounting how many people commit income tax fraud by having an Ottawa address while paying Gatineau rent.

It's a lot harder to do that when you actually own a home, which involves a lot more paperwork and leaves more of a trail in Quebec.

So you're assuming property managers are taking fraud into consideration when setting the new ridiculous prices?

[skisail_ott]

Originally Posted by J.OT13

So you're assuming property managers are taking fraud into consideration when setting the new ridiculous prices?

Could that explain why Junic offers “all-inclusive” rentals? Cable, electricity, internet are all included, so the renter doesn’t need to set up any accounts that would demonstrate he/she is living in Quebec.

[Acajack]

Originally Posted by skisail_ott

Could that explain why Junic offers “all-inclusive” rentals? Cable, electricity, internet are all included, so the renter doesn’t need to set up any accounts that would demonstrate he/she is living in Quebec.

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[Acajack]

Originally Posted by J.OT13

So you're assuming property managers are taking fraud into consideration when setting the new ridiculous prices?

Spread out across the entire market, yes it could have some effect.

[J.OT13]

Le Petit Chicago will not move to Zibi, as was planned previously. Cost, bad timing and Covid are mostly to blame. Some staff changes and logistics at Zibi also had a small part.

The owner has plans to possibly open a smaller version of Le Petit Chicago in the future.

https://www.ledroit.com/actualites/le-pe...-a-zibi-ee676cf12c6125e29f75a89bed803842

[Acajack]

Originally Posted by J.OT13

Le Petit Chicago will not move to Zibi, as was planned previously. Cost, bad timing and Covid are mostly to blame. Some staff changes and logistics at Zibi also had a small part.

The owner has plans to possibly open a smaller version of Le Petit Chicago in the future.

https://www.ledroit.com/actualites/le-pe...-a-zibi-ee676cf12c6125e29f75a89bed803842

Yeah, I know Tristan so I am not surprised at all by this.

Le Minotaure (formerly Le Bistro) is actually doing quite well for itself.

Though the quite nice micro-brewery and resto combo Le Gainsbourg (formerly Le Bop) across the street has closed down definitively. Its owners also have the Chelsea Pub, and when forced to make a choice due to the pandemic, opted to focus on the latter.

I think it might be the only COVID casualty in the Place Aubry district.

Pizzaza, 4 Jeudis, Le Troquet, Pêle-Mêle, Où Quoi? and even Boston Pizza are all still open.

[J.OT13]

From That Walking Guy:


https://twitter.com/mchkzn/status/1418732094738554883

[SL123]

Brick Work Update: Aug 4 2021


I like the big glass section showing the zibi heating and cooling facility

[J.OT13]

Taller O2 proposal:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CRsdB7etXc_/?utm_medium=share_sheet

[bartlebooth]

Originally Posted by J.OT13

Taller O2 proposal:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CRsdB7etXc_/?utm_medium=share_sheet

Based on what I can see in that single image, it's disappointing. Especially given its location along the river. Will wait until we see more before I freak out too much.

[Harley613]

Originally Posted by J.OT13

Taller O2 proposal:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CRsdB7etXc_/?utm_medium=share_sheet

What I like:
*It's not the standard Neuf/Roderick Lazy colour scheme, which is good because I assume this is Neuf. Any time these lazy firms diverge from the Charcoal/White is a welcome change.

What I don't like:
*Underwhelming architecture, it looks like a commie block with a modern addition
*Wide and tall, it will obstruct the views from the bottom half of the taller buildings planned to be built behind it.

[J.OT13]

Originally Posted by J.OT13

Taller O2 proposal:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CRsdB7etXc_/?utm_medium=share_sheet

[Harley613]

Some shots from today:
Photo_1080295480_DJI_56_jpg_7861202_0_2021831172750_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr
Photo_1080295482_DJI_58_jpg_8856413_0_2021831172830_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr
Photo_1080295481_DJI_57_jpg_8655160_0_2021831172814_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr
Photo_1080295483_DJI_59_jpg_9530565_0_2021831172854_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr
Photo_1080295484_DJI_60_jpg_9123622_0_202183117296_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr
Photo_1080295485_DJI_61_jpg_10068102_0_2021831172932_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr
Photo_1080295486_DJI_62_jpg_9844798_0_2021831173040_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr

[kevinbottawa]

Originally Posted by J.OT13

Is this building going in the festival plaza or on the other side in between O and the 14 floor building?

[SL123]

Originally Posted by kevinbottawa

Is this building going in the festival plaza or on the other side in between O and the 14 floor building?

Between O and the 14 floor building?

[J.OT13]

Originally Posted by SL123

Between O and the 14 floor building?

Yes.

[J.OT13]

Originally Posted by SL123

I just noticed looking at the aerial shots of the new park that it actually has the shape of a bird's head. I don't know if this was done on purpose or if it has any indigenous symbolism?

Oh yeah. It even has an eye.

Photo_1080295486_DJI_62_jpg_9844798_0_2021831173040_photo_original by harley613, on Flickr

[UrbOttawa]

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Nice views from the new bridge!