8- The Oakville Beaver, Friday February 1, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com Estate to be kept intact Continued from page 5 cially since this is a fairly large site, it's very attractive, and it has a long history in the town." Prior to being built in 1910, Edgemere Estate's lot was known as a stagecoach stop called Halfway House, so named because it is half way between Toronto and Hamilton. The estate was purchased in 1907 by Toronto jeweler James Ryrie, then partner of Henry Birk. Since then, Edgemere Estate has been home to a mining executive, a stock broker, and most recently, a major developer in town. While the main mansion was built about 15 years ago, many of the other buildings on the estate are originals from "They're beautiful buildings and we want to maintain those. The entire estate will be kept intact. The whole genesis of the idea is to maintain the estate, not to disturb of destroy it in any way." Marc Hewitt, president Edgemere Estates Ltd. 1910. Hewitt says the history associated with the property isn't subject to the wrecking ball. "This plan preserves almost every tree on the property, and preserves the heritage buildings. That's the reason for this idea, because it saves the site," he told The Oakville Beaver. The plans include preserving and restoring the five historical buildings on Edgesmere Estate the Keeper's Lodge, which is the gatehouse at the front; the Carriage House and Stable; The Greenhouse, which Hewitt estimates was built in the early 1920s; the Tea House, a garden structure built in 1910; and the Boathouse. "They're beautiful buildings and we want to maintain those. The entire estate will be kept intact," he said. "The whole genesis of the idea is to maintain the estate, not to disturb or destroy it in any way." Join us for One of the Most Informative Retirement Events Ever! 50 + RETIREMENT SYMPOSIUM From Work to Retirement... Managing the Financial and Life Transition Thursday, February 7, 2008 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Holiday Inn, Burlington RSVP required. Call Laura at 905-337-2669 Ext. 237 A Full Day for ONLY $10 Admission Admission Fee provides attendance for full day seminar, including buffet lunch. Must Register to Attend. Be sure to register early, as seating is limited for this exclusive event. Tax and Investment Strategies to Protect your Capital and Maximize Your Estate Hosted by Paul Rowan Sr. Investment Advisor Dundee Securities Corporation · Create multiple streams of tax efficient retirement income from your portfolio. · Pension Transfers. Avoid mistakes that could jeopardize your retirement lifestyle. · Minimizing pension clawback taxes. · Avoiding the RRSP / RRIF tax trap. Reduce tax by 50% on registered withdrawals. · Protect Intergenerational Wealth Transfers. Avoid forced liquidation of cherished assets and leave a legacy for loved ones. What do you do now that retirement is here? How do you cope? Kelly explores the transition from "human doing" to "human being" and what you can expect along the way. 2 RAPT O TICKET RS FOR S FEB. 8 CHANC TO WINE Kelly Walker Kelly is one of Canada's experts on questions of transition, change, and burnout. He has been known to bring the most controlled audiences to their feet! Other topics covered: · Protecting yourself from Identity Theft Paul Rowan, Dundee Securities Corporation 710 Dorval Drive, Suite 100, Oakville, ON Phone: (905) 337-2669 Fax: (905) 337-2615 prowan@dundeewealth.com *Insurance Products Provided through Dundee Insurance Agency Ltd. · Learn the secrets to cultivate future wealth Dundee Securities Corporation, Member CIPF, is a DundeeWealth Inc. Company