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November 11, 2025

Rosemead House is located in the township of Esquimalt and is one of the latest luxury boutique hotels to open on B.C.’s Vancouver Island. After a spring soft launch, the hotel officially opened in October to glowing reviews.

Rosemead House is located in the township of Esquimalt and is one of the latest luxury boutique hotels to open on B.C.’s Vancouver Island. After a spring soft launch, the hotel officially opened in October to glowing reviews.

Real estate investors eye B.C. hotel sector

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November 4, 2025

Wildfires ravaged the town of Jasper, Alta., on July 22, 2024, destroying 358 businesses and homes. The wildfires were the second-costliest in Canadian history, with insured losses reaching $1.3-billion, according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Amber Bracken

Wildfires ravaged the town of Jasper, Alta., on July 22, 2024, destroying 358 businesses and homes. The wildfires were the second-costliest in Canadian history, with insured losses reaching $1.3-billion, according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Amber Bracken

Gap in efforts to protect businesses from wildfires, expert says

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October 28, 2025

A former Canada Post hub in downtown Vancouver — now known as The Post — has been revitalized into a premier retail destination and Amazon tech hub. The reimagined structure includes the addition of two new towers on either side.

A former Canada Post hub in downtown Vancouver — now known as The Post — has been revitalized into a premier retail destination and Amazon tech hub. The reimagined structure includes the addition of two new towers on either side.

Amazon’s Vancouver office symbolizes digital transformation

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October 21, 2025

Northcrest Developments will soon transform northwest Toronto’s 370-acre former Downsview Airport site into a vibrant, mixed-use area. The land of the redevelopment, dubbed YZD, is currently 90-per-cent vacant.

Northcrest Developments will soon transform northwest Toronto’s 370-acre former Downsview Airport site into a vibrant, mixed-use area. The land of the redevelopment, dubbed YZD, is currently 90-per-cent vacant.

Inside former airport site’s takeoff into mass development

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October 14, 2025

The former cereal manufacturing plant at 100 Kellogg Lane in London, Ont., has been transformed into a must-see tourist destination for Southwestern Ontario that’s complete with an indoor adventure park, a brewery, indoor sports centre and more.

The former cereal manufacturing plant at 100 Kellogg Lane in London, Ont., has been transformed into a must-see tourist destination for Southwestern Ontario that’s complete with an indoor adventure park, a brewery, indoor sports centre and more.

How an old cereal factory became a world-class destination

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October 7, 2025

The proposed three-tower redevelopment at Toronto’s College Park would include 65-, 75- and 96-storey buildings and create 2,334 residential units, retail and commercial space, a hotel and daycare centre.

The proposed three-tower redevelopment at Toronto’s College Park would include 65-, 75- and 96-storey buildings and create 2,334 residential units, retail and commercial space, a hotel and daycare centre.

Redevelopment looks to get closer to original vision

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September 30, 2025

In April, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) officially opened its new, 86,000-square-foot headquarters. The open-concept, four-storey building was built using mass timber — a low-carbon, fire-resistant material.

In April, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) officially opened its new, 86,000-square-foot headquarters. The open-concept, four-storey building was built using mass timber — a low-carbon, fire-resistant material.

Inside an office building that mirrors its mission with construction

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September 23, 2025

At 1 Yonge St., in downtown Toronto, Pinnacle International’s 106-storey Sky Tower will top out at 351 metres and be one of five skyscrapers that’s part of the 4.4-million-square-foot Pinnacle One Yonge development.

At 1 Yonge St., in downtown Toronto, Pinnacle International’s 106-storey Sky Tower will top out at 351 metres and be one of five skyscrapers that’s part of the 4.4-million-square-foot Pinnacle One Yonge development.

Toronto skyscrapers reach new, towering heights

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September 16, 2025

Complete with food trucks, public space and artisan markets, the five-acre Hale Muskoka opened on Aug. 10. Founded by developer Eric Abugov, the venue will appeal to locals and tourists year round.

Complete with food trucks, public space and artisan markets, the five-acre Hale Muskoka opened on Aug. 10. Founded by developer Eric Abugov, the venue will appeal to locals and tourists year round.

Cultural hub provides blueprint for small towns

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September 9, 2025

A new multipurpose development — dubbed Espace Canevas — in Gatineau, Que., will combine 192,000 square feet of retail space, 180,000 square feet of office and community space, 2.4-million square feet of residential space, and 120,000 square feet of parks and public space.

A new multipurpose development — dubbed Espace Canevas — in Gatineau, Que., will combine 192,000 square feet of retail space, 180,000 square feet of office and community space, 2.4-million square feet of residential space, and 120,000 square feet of parks and public space.

Quebec mall redevelopment to take landscape-first approach

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September 2, 2025

When the TD Coliseum re-opens its doors in late fall, patrons will enjoy a show by Beatles superstar Paul McCartney. Other performances later this year include Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli and three-time Grammy winner Brad Paisley.

When the TD Coliseum re-opens its doors in late fall, patrons will enjoy a show by Beatles superstar Paul McCartney. Other performances later this year include Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli and three-time Grammy winner Brad Paisley.

Ontario music venue part of downtown revitalization

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August 26, 2025

From its plaster hand-carved lobby ceilings to its Art Deco-inspired design, the iQ Offices at 302 Bay St. combine marble, wood and aged brass to create a modern and elegant vibe.

From its plaster hand-carved lobby ceilings to its Art Deco-inspired design, the iQ Offices at 302 Bay St. combine marble, wood and aged brass to create a modern and elegant vibe.

Co-working spaces upgrade with perks, privacy and cold plunges

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August 19, 2025

Loblaw says its $10-million, 7.5-megawatt solar project — expected to be completed in 2026 — at its distribution centre in East Gwillimbury, Ont., will be the country’s largest.

Loblaw says its $10-million, 7.5-megawatt solar project — expected to be completed in 2026 — at its distribution centre in East Gwillimbury, Ont., will be the country’s largest.

Commercial properties still turn to rooftop solar

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August 12, 2025

As part of its Building Retrofits Initiative, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is providing loans to Enbridge Sustain and Blackstone Energy. Rooftop solar system installations are part of the retrofits being done with the funding.

As part of its Building Retrofits Initiative, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is providing loans to Enbridge Sustain and Blackstone Energy. Rooftop solar system installations are part of the retrofits being done with the funding.

Federal program supports commercial property retrofits

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August 5, 2025

The University of Calgary’s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape has found its new home – nine floors of the 37-storey building located at 801 Seventh Ave. SW.

The University of Calgary’s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape has found its new home – nine floors of the 37-storey building located at 801 Seventh Ave. SW.

University to transform empty offices into urban-school offshoot

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July 29, 2025

Phase Two of Conestoga College’s Skilled Trades Campus will welcome students in the fall of 2026. The structure will join the school’s Phase One building as the college plans to contribute more skilled-trades workers to the labourforce.

Phase Two of Conestoga College’s Skilled Trades Campus will welcome students in the fall of 2026. The structure will join the school’s Phase One building as the college plans to contribute more skilled-trades workers to the labourforce.

Campus addresses Canada’s skilled-trades shortage

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July 22, 2025

The $3.6-billion South Niagara Hospital (SNH) is currently under construction and is on track to become Canada’s first WELL-certified hospital. Scheduled to open in 2028, the hospital will bring the Niagara Region’s existing medical services under one roof to promote better capacity and access to care.

The $3.6-billion South Niagara Hospital (SNH) is currently under construction and is on track to become Canada’s first WELL-certified hospital. Scheduled to open in 2028, the hospital will bring the Niagara Region’s existing medical services under one roof to promote better capacity and access to care.

Hospital set to transform Canadian health care design

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July 15, 2025

A Safeway redevelopment at the Commercial-Broadway SkyTrain transit station in Vancouver features three towers and an expanded Safeway supermarket that anchors a new retail plaza.

A Safeway redevelopment at the Commercial-Broadway SkyTrain transit station in Vancouver features three towers and an expanded Safeway supermarket that anchors a new retail plaza.

Why investors can’t get enough of grocery-anchored retail

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July 8, 2025

The new headquarters of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’
Federation (OSSTF) incorporates mass-timber construction, with an aesthetic
approach echoing the landscape and containing windows and open spaces that maximize daylight.

The new headquarters of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’
Federation (OSSTF) incorporates mass-timber construction, with an aesthetic
approach echoing the landscape and containing windows and open spaces that maximize daylight.

New headquarters champions health and sustainability

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July 1, 2025

Summerside Eco-Park is working toward becoming Canada’s first business park offering an industrial and manufacturing facility that passes the strict, sustainable standards of Passive House design.

Summerside Eco-Park is working toward becoming Canada’s first business park offering an industrial and manufacturing facility that passes the strict, sustainable standards of Passive House design.

PEI industrial park aims to meet Passive House standards

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June 24, 2025

A Toronto office building at 250 Ferrand Dr. is being converted into a residential apartment building with 331 loft-style units. The structure, spanning 15 floors, first opened in 1976, but it’s currently 80 per cent vacant.

A Toronto office building at 250 Ferrand Dr. is being converted into a residential apartment building with 331 loft-style units. The structure, spanning 15 floors, first opened in 1976, but it’s currently 80 per cent vacant.

Inside the race to convert vacant offices into rental homes

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June 17, 2025

The Oneida Energy Storage Project is located on 10 acres of land in Haldimand County, Ont. The site consists of 278 lithium-ion batteries producing 250 MW of electricity to help support Ontario’s power grid.

The Oneida Energy Storage Project is located on 10 acres of land in Haldimand County, Ont. The site consists of 278 lithium-ion batteries producing 250 MW of electricity to help support Ontario’s power grid.

Why Canada’s largest battery project is an energy gamechanger

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June 10, 2025

Once a hidden golf treasure, TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley is located amid the rolling hills and woodlands in Caledon, Ont. Now more than three decades later, it’s a premier destination hosting the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) Tour’s lone Canadian stop.

Once a hidden golf treasure, TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley is located amid the rolling hills and woodlands in Caledon, Ont. Now more than three decades later, it’s a premier destination hosting the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) Tour’s lone Canadian stop.

How this Ontario property became the new home for Canadian golf

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June 3, 2025

Loblaw Cos. Ltd. wanted to hit the ground running with a refit at 899 College St. – owned by Clifton Blake Group – near Toronto’s Little Italy. It had decided the 15,000-square-foot space was ideal for a small-format No Frills.

Loblaw Cos. Ltd. wanted to hit the ground running with a refit at 899 College St. – owned by Clifton Blake Group – near Toronto’s Little Italy. It had decided the 15,000-square-foot space was ideal for a small-format No Frills.

Vertical integration changes the real estate game

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May 27, 2025

How luxury gyms aim to reach the next wellness frontier

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May 20, 2025

Montreal welcomes North America’s largest net-zero industrial park

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May 13, 2025

The $53-million Waterloo Eye Institute spans 68,000 square feet and will equip the University of Waterloo’s strong research network with innovative optometric tools and technologies.

The $53-million Waterloo Eye Institute spans 68,000 square feet and will equip the University of Waterloo’s strong research network with innovative optometric tools and technologies.

This new institute is tackling Canada’s growing vision crisis head-on

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May 6, 2025

By mid-2025, 74 of Hudson’s Bay’s department stores will close, along with nearly all its Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks OFF 5th locations. That’s millions of square feet of new vacancy that can be transformed into multi-use spaces.

By mid-2025, 74 of Hudson’s Bay’s department stores will close, along with nearly all its Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks OFF 5th locations. That’s millions of square feet of new vacancy that can be transformed into multi-use spaces.

Inside the unlikely reinvention of the Canadian department store

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April 29, 2025

Inside the small Alberta town powering Canada’s cold chain revolution

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April 22, 2025

Vesta Properties’ new three-tower, master-planned community – called Broadway on 17th – will be located at the intersection of two main streets at the edge of Calgary’s Beltline.

Vesta Properties’ new three-tower, master-planned community – called Broadway on 17th – will be located at the intersection of two main streets at the edge of Calgary’s Beltline.

Retail, restaurants and rooftops: Calgary’s Beltline is getting a major upgrade

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