Industry News
Canadian Facility Management & Design
ASHRAE 90.1 takes on expanded name and mandate
The newly released 2022 version of the widely referenced energy standard prescribes on-site renewable generation for most new buildings and introduces a selection of required measures, termed energy credits.
Canadian Property Management
BOMA BEST poised to be cross-border benchmark
A pending agreement will open the way to launch the Canadian certification program for sustainable building performance in the United States.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Harrison Street breaks ground on Calgary rental property
Chicago-based Harrison Street announced it has broken ground on “Block 15”, a multi-unit property in Calgary's University District.
REMI Network
Co-operators earns Zero Carbon Certification for corporate HQ
The all-electric design of the 226,000-square-foot facility will eliminate direct carbon emissions from any onsite source.
Construction Business
Vancouver Centre II celebrates completion
Vancouver Centre II (VCII), a 33-storey AAA office tower at 733 Seymour in downtown Vancouver has reached completion.
Canadian Property Management
Protracted construction prompts aid for TO BIAs
Toronto introduces grants of up to $50,000 for business improvement areas where multi-year transit expansion projects are occurring.
Canadian Property Management
One-window guide for EV charger grants opens
The new online reference hub has been designed to steer businesses, not-for-profit groups and municipalities to applicable funding options.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
GTA condominium rents up 17% in 2022
As reported by Urbanation, GTA condominium rents rose by nearly 17 per cent in 2022 following decreases in 2021 and 2020.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Affordability payments now available in Alberta
Effective January 18, 2023, eligible Albertans can apply to receive $600 in affordability payments to help offset the high cost of living.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
NFPA Fire Safety Handbook updates risk menu
Related to building innovation, new chapters in the 21st edition of the widely used reference guide address photovoltaic and energy storage systems, smart infrastructure and modular construction.
Canadian Property Management
Calgary enjoys rising industrial market in 2022
In a field of all round upbeat results, Calgary stands out as Canada’s rising industrial market of 2022, posting 11.6 million square feet of positive absorption.
Canadian Property Management
David Benoit to head Build Nova Scotia
The new provincial crown corporation has been established to oversee strategic infrastructure projects, including development and redevelopment of health care facilities and strengthening climate resilience.
REMI Network
Home sales in Canada grew slightly in December
Across the country, prices are down more than they are nationally in Ontario and parts of B.C.
REMI Network
Leading condo associations call for safety reform
One concern is that the recent tragedy could deter condo directors from getting involved in disputes or even serving on a board.
REMI Network
Michael Garron Hospital opens Ken and Marilyn Thomson Patient Care Centre
The grand opening of the Ken and Marilyn Thomson Patient Care Centre took place in East Toronto yesterday.
Canadian Property Management
Hines names two new CEOs for Americas regions
Steve Luthman has been promoted to lead real estate investment and development activity in Canada and the U.S. Midwest and Southeast, while Syl Apps takes the helm in South America.
Canadian Property Management
Office market setback a national trend for Q4
The fourth quarter of 2022 saw the office vacancy rate climb to 17.1 per cent across 10 major Canadian markets, accompanied with 2.1 million square feet of negative absorption.



















