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January 13, 2026

The Makwa Waakaa’igan Indigenous Centre of Cultural Excellence, located on the Algoma University campus in northern Ontario, will use storytelling to honour the site’s history and survivors. Previously, the property was home to Shingwauk Hall, a residential school that operated between 1875 and 1970.

The Makwa Waakaa’igan Indigenous Centre of Cultural Excellence, located on the Algoma University campus in northern Ontario, will use storytelling to honour the site’s history and survivors. Previously, the property was home to Shingwauk Hall, a residential school that operated between 1875 and 1970.

Indigenous centre uses storytelling to honour history

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January 6, 2026

As Toronto sees a rise in data centre development, Beeches Development plans to build a seven-storey data centre that will be located in the city’s Leaside neighbourhood at 154 Wicksteed Ave.

As Toronto sees a rise in data centre development, Beeches Development plans to build a seven-storey data centre that will be located in the city’s Leaside neighbourhood at 154 Wicksteed Ave.

As market shifts, developer plans new data centre

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December 16, 2025

The reception area of a Spaces co-working office in Victoria. The flexible workspace market is estimated to grow by 600 per cent by 2030, with 30 per cent of office space evolving into hybrid workspace.

The reception area of a Spaces co-working office in Victoria. The flexible workspace market is estimated to grow by 600 per cent by 2030, with 30 per cent of office space evolving into hybrid workspace.

Flexible workspaces expand to small towns and suburbs

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December 9, 2025

One smart-building, living-lab location is a four-building, 890,000-square-foot office complex — dubbed Place Innovation — in Montreal. The Smart Building Living Labs Initiative is supported by Morguard, CENGN and Nokia.

One smart-building, living-lab location is a four-building, 890,000-square-foot office complex — dubbed Place Innovation — in Montreal. The Smart Building Living Labs Initiative is supported by Morguard, CENGN and Nokia.

Living labs test smart-building tech

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December 2, 2025

As Canada’s office real estate market shows signs of recovery, major tenants such as Canadian Tire Corp. are retrofitting existing space. As part of a $200-million project, the retailer and Oxford Properties will modernize the existing Canada Square towers at Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue in Toronto.

As Canada’s office real estate market shows signs of recovery, major tenants such as Canadian Tire Corp. are retrofitting existing space. As part of a $200-million project, the retailer and Oxford Properties will modernize the existing Canada Square towers at Yonge Street and Eglinton Avenue in Toronto.

‘Flight to quality’ improves outlook for office market

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November 25, 2025

Halifax’s Cogswell District transforms the overbuilt and dated Cogswell Interchange into a vibrant community filled with parks, bike and pedestrian infrastructure, a transit hub and lots for soon-to-be mixed-use buildings.

Halifax’s Cogswell District transforms the overbuilt and dated Cogswell Interchange into a vibrant community filled with parks, bike and pedestrian infrastructure, a transit hub and lots for soon-to-be mixed-use buildings.

Halifax swaps dated interchange for new urban neighbourhood

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November 18, 2025

The University of Victoria’s new Indigenous law wing transforms the school by wrapping around the original structure, which was built in the 1980s. The $45.9-million addition officially opened in September and stands at just over 26,000 square feet.

The University of Victoria’s new Indigenous law wing transforms the school by wrapping around the original structure, which was built in the 1980s. The $45.9-million addition officially opened in September and stands at just over 26,000 square feet.

Indigenous legal concepts inspire school’s design

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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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