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By Brian Johnston a massive difference, but it’s still anyone except condo buyers as of a resale. So even though you
Continued from page 30 an increase. If we’re trying to there are no newly built single- qualify for more money, your

according to Finance Minister help first-time homebuyers, why family homes under $1million in dollar actually doesn’t go as far.
Chrystia Freeland. But the strict are we gouging them with an the big cities. Despite the possible pitfall
eligibility requirements and insurance premium? On a $400,000 loan, the of dishing out higher interest
CMHC’s recent premium hike The bigger problem is the strict difference in monthly payments payments over time, 30-
have cast doubts on the true criteria to qualify for the 30-year between a 30 and 25-year year amortizations should be
benefit of the new policy for insured mortgage, which will mortgage amortization would be available across the board, as
housing affordability. exclude many Canadians trying about $200 a month. But there’s they make monthly payments
The higher premium on mortgage to access the resale market and just one problem; those who more manageable for Canadians.
insurance – which protects limit many qualifying buyers qualify would be limited to new These mortgages don’t always
lenders in case of mortgage to the condo market. “This is construction homes, meaning need to come with significantly
default and is mandatory when strictly for first-time homebuyers their dollars won’t go as far. higher interest accumulation or
buyers can make less than 20 purchasing new builds.” The price per square foot of a lower home equity, as borrowers
percent in a down payment – is In Ontario and British Columbia, new build is significantly higher can exercise the prepayment
just the tip of the iceberg. It isn’t the criteria will firmly exclude than the price per square foot options for all mortgages offer.

KARATE KOMMENTS almost any outdoor vertical surface that you might find in your
back yard such as a tree, deck post, pole, etc. This involves
executing five slow, controlled, roundhouse kicks that will only
touch the target, starting at calf level, then thigh, lower ribs, then
By Jim Riddell, upper rib height, and finally head height if you are a high kick fan.

Seaway Karate Club If not, start with an ankle bone kick with the inside edge of your
foot followed by the same kick shin height. Turn your third kick
into a roundhouse kick at calf level, then thigh level, and finish up
Summer Drills with the final roundhouse coming in just above the belt level. Do
a set of three, then repeat with the other leg.
The sporting world has been a busy place in the past month,
particularly in the NHL. As expected, Macklin Celebrini was 3) Flow touch drill # 1: The name of this drill comes from your
chosen first overall by the San Jose Sharks at the NHL entry draft. combination of techniques flowing from kicking distance to
Free Agency opened July 1st and saw dozens of UFA’s signing punching distance moving into knee/elbow/empty hand range.
with new teams and now looking for homes in their chosen cities. This is a good drill to develop and become proficient with new
In MLB, the Toronto Blue Jays season appears to be lost as they are combinations. Execute each strike slowly, touching the target with
now sitting at the bottom of the American League East standings. each one. Start with a lead leg front kick, finishing it up with your
The Canadian men’s soccer team had a strong showing in the preferred combination from there. Repeat as often as possible. The
Copas America Tournament, losing to Argentina in the semi-final. combinations should flow naturally. Keep training daily until they
We are now into August with some very nice weather, so here are are completely ingrained.
a few drills for the outdoors that can be done alone, take no more 4) Flow touch drill #2: start with a rear leg front/thrust kick
than a minute or two to complete, and will help to enhance your following up with appropriate strikes as the distance to your target
training. lessens. The combinations will need to be changed up from the

1) This is one that has been around for years and is a summer previous drill to ensure a natural flow. Again, repeat as often as
training staple and a favourite for many Karate practitioners as possible to get them ingrained.
well as those from other disciplines that have forms as part of their 5) Full contact flow drill: This one will require either a heavy bag
syllabus. It does require a pool or a lake though: standing in a body hanging at the appropriate height or else a partner with a heavy
of water which is up to your neck, do a Kata. The resistance of the duty kicking shield. You should become proficient with the touch
water will challenge you a bit and has the potential to provide a drills before graduating to the full contact version.
good workout as well if you decide to do a few reps. Karate Quote: You are always in control of your effort and your

2) Tree climbers: This is a kicking drill that can be done with attitude.