Move over October—Movember is here! The Movember Foundation is ready for a full month of mo-growing, Move challenges and more. Timbercreek Communities hopes you will support Movember in your community this year in one of these ways. 

Grow Your Mo

Movember is the only global organization completely committed year-round to stop men from dying too young. Over $759 million has been raised since the project began in 2003. The easiest way to participate in this international movement is to grow a Mo! As you grow your mustache, join millions of other Mo Bros and Mo Sistas in raising funds and spreading the word about important men’s health issues.

Take The Move Challenge

Is mustache-growing not your thing? Make Movember your month for moving by committing to a Move challenge. Register for a race, take a class or try a new sport. Your efforts will help you stay healthy and promote men’s health.

Host An Event

Raise funds in an environment that’s comfortable and fun for your friends and family. Throw a dinner party, or host a dance party or movie night to raise money for Movember.  Here are a couple great tips for how to get started online.

Donate Online Or Shop For The Cause

Workaholic? If you can’t commit to growing a stache or hosting an event, you can still make an impact this Movember. Donate directly to the cause online or arrange a matching donation. Another easy option? Sport some Mo swag to spread the word as you go about your busy day. 

Happy Movember! Timbercreek Communities hopes you support this worthy cause this month. Whether you try a Move challenge or grow the best mo in town, you can make a difference in men’s lives! For more information about Timbercreek Communities apartments, visit our website.  

We want to send a big thank you to everyone who signed a lease during our contest and helped make it a success!

And a special congratulations to Navneet, a studying law student in Windsor, the winner of the free rent for a year Grand Prize in our ‘Be Home Free’ contest!

Thank you to all who participated in our Be Home Free contest! Stay tuned for our next contest. 

Timbercreek Communities wants you to enjoy a warm and comforting winter in your apartment. These simple hacks for weatherizing your rental will keep you comfortable when the weather is unbearable. Get ready to get cozy.

Draft blockers

Even top-quality windows and doors can’t always prevent the worst winter winds from sneaking into your apartment. Stop unwanted drafts with draft blockers. Blockers are readily available online for all types of doors and windows.

Insulate your windows 

While a draft blocker will cover the bottom of your windows, completely stopping cold air from entering your apartment might involve another level of insulation that covers the entire window. Bubble wrap to the rescue! Start by cutting some bubble wrap to the size of your windowpane. Next, use a spray bottle to spray a layer of water on the glass. Press the bubble wrap onto the glass, bubble side first, and you’re done. The best part of this insulation hack is that it can be easily removed and rehung, without damaging your windows. 

Flannel sheets

Flannel sheets are a lifesaver when it comes to keeping warm during the fall and winter months. The fibers that comprise flannel are littered with small air pockets that trap the warmth from your body. Flannel is also a very soft fabric, so you can count on being comfortable and warm through the night. Swap out your synthetic sheets for a layer or two of flannel this winter and thank us later.

Fuzzy rugs

If you tend to get cold feet in the winter, a fuzzy rug might be just what the doctor ordered. Save money and stay busy with a fun DIY fuzzy rug project. This pom pom rug project requires a little bit of patience to make, but the result is well worth the effort. If you don’t want to spend much time on a rug project, this braided t-shirt rug is pretty much a no-brainer.

Electric blankets

Electric blankets may be the best option for people who get cold easily. Grab a cup of tea, a good book and your electric blanket, and hibernate until warmer days’ return!

Stay cozy and warm this fall and winter with these great apartment hacks from Timbercreek Communities. For more information about Timbercreek Communities and our rental properties, please visit our website.

Spring isn’t the only season for cleaning. Fall is a time of transition and is a great time to start fresh with a clean and organized space. If you plan to tackle a little fall cleaning in your apartment, you need these 5 fall cleaning hacks from Timbercreek Communities. These cleaning hacks won’t just help you clean your apartment, they’ll make your life easier too.

There are so many comforting and invigorating scents to enjoy in the fall. Add a whiff of autumn to your apartment with one of today’s sweet-smelling homemade recipes from Timbercreek Communities.

Spicy, Woodsy Home

Make your home smell like the woods with a few simple ingredients. This spicy, woodsy scent recipe is easy to make, requiring everyday ingredients you probably already have. Gather, clip and trim a few pine branches so that they can easily fit into a pot on the stove. Combine the branches with a bit of a water, a teaspoon of cinnamon and a half teaspoon each of nutmeg and ground cloves. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. 

Orange Pumpkin Spice

This Orange Pumpkin Spice room spray is delicate and comforting. It adds a fresh hint of fall to any room. The recipe avoids harsh chemicals in favour of a perfect combination of essential oils: cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, cardamom, orange and ginger. Combine these oils with eight ounces of water and pour into a spray bottle to use.  

Coffee Vanilla Scent

We love to sip on vanilla flavoured coffees -- they smell amazing! Fill your home with the aroma of fresh brewed coffee and sweet of vanilla with this hack. It’s remarkably easy to make in your apartment. All you need are everyday votive vanilla candles and a bowl of coffee beans. Place the candle in the middle, light it and enjoy.     

Bring a little fall into your Timbercreek Communities apartment with these amazing scents. For more information about Timbercreek Communities apartments, located in five provinces and more than 27 cities nationwide, visit our website today.