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Philippe Demers

Founder and CEO, MASSIVart

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Philippe Demers

Founder and CEO, MASSIVart

About the author: Philippe Demers is the Founder and CEO of MASSIVart, a global placemaking consultancy and production firm helping real estate developers, property owners, and city builders enhance asset performance through culture, design, and community-driven experiences. With over 16 years of experience and more than 400 projects delivered across North America, Latin America, and the Middle East, Philippe has collaborated with commercial developers, airports, and municipalities to create destinations that help generate long-term value. He can be reached at philippe@massivart.com.

From stadiums to places: Is Canada keeping up with the rise of stadium districts?

Philippe Demers Commercial Mixed-Use National Jul. 8 2026

As sports venues evolve into anchors for mixed-use neighbourhoods, the real challenge is creating places that generate daily activity, long-term value and life beyond event days. For decades, stadiums and arenas were planned as event assets.

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