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CIBC among world’s greenest banks
CIBC has been designated of one of the world’s greenest banks, according to Bloomberg Markets magazine. Along with 20 other banks, CIBC’s rank is based
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Calloway appoints Peter Sweeney new CFO
Peter Sweeney has joined Calloway Real Estate Investment Trust (Calloway) as new chief financial officer. Currently vice-president and chief financial officer for Allied Properties REIT,
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CUI names Eric Pringle 2014 Brownfielder
Eric Pringle, president of the Canadian Brownfields Network (CBN), is the 2014 Brownfielder of the year. Principal of a major environmental consulting firm and long-time
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CIQS names new board members for 2014/2015
The Canadian Institute of Quality Surveyors (CIQS) named new board and executive committee members at its annual general meeting in Markham, Ont. Dave Burns, principal
CondoBusiness
Mandatory recycling set for Calgary condos
Beginning in February, 2016, recycling will be mandatory in condominiums and apartment buildings throughout Calgary, provided city council approve proposed amendments to the Waste & Recycling bylaw
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GTA’s growing industrial market: new study
High demand for larger, more modern industrial spaces has prompted construction of about 4 million square feet of industrial space in the Greater Toronto Area
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OSC steps up efforts for women in boardrooms
All listed companies in Canada, besides Alberta and British Columbia, will soon be required to disclose targets for the number of women they want in high-ranking
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PROREIT completes $65.6-mill acquisition
Pro Real Estate Investment Trust (PROREIT) finalized the purchase of 14 commercial properties located in prime spots across Canada, diversifying the company’s portfolio and better
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Strategic Group promotes senior staff
Strategic Group recently announced three promotions among its senior staff. In his short time with the company, Chair of BOMA Calgary Kevin Dixon was promoted
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RioCan names Raghunath Davloor new president
RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (RioCan) recently appointed Raghunath Davloor as new president and chief operating officer. Davloor, who joined RioCan in 2008 with a
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Utility deregulation no culprit in Alberta rates
Recent findings from an industry analyst report argues the case that utility deregulation has had little negative effect on Alberta’s commercial and residential consumers. On
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CHC acquires Ontario student housing building
CHC Realty Capital Corp. recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire a property in London, Ontario. The property is a 17-storey apartment building located at 675 Richmond Street in downtown London, approximately 2.0 km from the University of Western Ontario.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Delavaco purchases property in Austin, Texas
Delavaco Residential Properties Corp announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase Terrain, a 101-unit multifamily apartment community located in Austin, Texas
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Local companies form strategic alliance
MADY Development Corporation announced a collaboration with EllisDon Corporation in an effort to further extend the typical general contractor offering and better support the delivery of superior high-rise commercial and residential services.
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Rent support program helps at-risk groups in B.C.
The new Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) offered in British Columbia will make rent supplements and support services available to four at-risk groups: youth transitioning out of foster care; women who have experienced violence or are at risk of violence; individuals leaving the hospital and correctional systems; and Aboriginal people.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
B.C. mental health facility breaks ground
Construction has begun on the new Joseph & Rosalie Segal Family Health Centre, which will provide support for those living with mental illness and substance use challenges.
Construction Business
VRCA Gold Award winners announced
EllisDon took top honours at the 2014 Vancouver Regional Construction Association’s (VRCA) Awards of Excellence, held on October 16th in downtown Vancouver.




