Complex buildings will require sophisticated property managers who understand how to operate them; however, job awareness and skill development are needed.

Opportunities to transform existing buildings into more energy efficient assets arise when forming a capital plan and thinking long-term.

Morguard's Director of Research Keith Reading provides advance insights into Q1 market conditions, noting that things continue to look optimistic for the purpose-built rental scene.

Reliable water, sewer and storm water systems are essential to public health, a clean environment and a strong economy. But British Columbia’s systems may be

As the rental industry grows and changes, so do residential tenancy laws. Joe Hoffer, Partner Cohen Highley LLP, highlights three specific areas of concern.

The condo budget may not be sexy, but it's very important as the corporation's financial plan. A senior property manager offers tips for setting priorities.

Cogeneration in Canada is no longer just for hospitals and industrial facilities—multi-residential property owners are beginning to take note of this energy savings technology, too.

The total return on directly held standing assets in Calgary plunged to 0.9 per cent as the fallout from sustained low oil and gas prices walloped the Alberta economy, while Toronto properties delivered a chart-topping total return of 12.8 per cent.

Real estate analysts suggest there's more 'tank' than 'think' in the Fraser Institute's recent characterization of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board's asset allocation strategy.

China's aggressive target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and India's ambitious scheme to embed information and communications technology in urban development and infrastructure are seen as prominent opportunities for Canadian investors, businesses and professionals.

The significance of green programs is becoming more pertinent in conversations about attracting and retaining tenants and meeting occupant expectations.

Further refinement of the WELL Building Standard is expected as a plethora of studies point to the growing concern for health and wellness.

Defining a project’s priorities and early planning can help mitigate issues related to the build-out process.

While demographics are a way to predict some uncertainties that await an aging real estate industry, understanding human values is a more accurate compass.

Affordable housing shortages for working Canadians have hit critical levels in most major cities across Canada. For years, grim statistics of growing waitlists far outpacing the number of affordable rental units under construction have made headlines nation-wide. Despite the alarming numbers, not much in the way of viable, sustainable solutions have been presented. That is, until now...

Increasing operational excellence is even more significant amidst a real estate market with fewer investment opportunities.

The average cap rate in the GTA for the third quarter of 2015 (Q3’15) hit its lowest level in the last 30 years. Cap rate in Q3’15 stood at 3.75 per cent, down from 4.2 per cent in Q2’15 and down almost 50 per cent from the 6.3 per cent posted in Q3’10.