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DMA buys large, new apartment complex in Quebec City
DMA buys large, new apartment complex in Quebec City
Douville, Moffet et Associés (DMA) has spent $130 million to acquire the 410-unit Le Pivot multiresidential complex in Quebec City, expanding its already sizeable presence in the city.
NexLiving to acquire 108 townhomes in Ottawa for $43.5M
NexLiving Communities Inc. has secured an option to acquire five blocks of townhomes, for a total of 108 units, located in Ottawa. The properties will be part of a master-planned community in the city's established and growing Barrhaven suburb.
Hotel industry reaches new heights with record RevPAR
Canada's hotel industry achieved a milestone in August, with revenue per available room (RevPAR) exceeding $200 for the first time. This achievement highlights the sector's robust recovery and growth, driven by a surge in travel and tourism activities.
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Dream Residential mails MIC for proposed $451M acquisition
Dream Residential REIT (DRR-UN-T) announced it is mailing its management information circular (MIC) and related materials for the special meeting of unitholders to approve the REIT's proposed acquisition by an affiliate of Morgan Properties, LP.
Milliken TOC planned at Steeles and Kennedy
Planned by The Remington Group in partnership with Infrastructure Ontario, the BDP Quadrangle–designed Milliken transit-oriented community in Toronto would introduce eight mixed-use buildings with towers rising from 25 to 50 storeys.
Cogir Real Estate Cogir Real Estate, celebrating 30 years of expertise and innovationAs we proudly celebrate our 30th anniversary, Cogir reaffirms its belief that real estate is far more than bricks and mortar—it is a way to shape experiences, enhance quality of life, and create value that goes beyond financial returns. Sponsored by: Cogir Real Estate |
'Mass timber should be first choice for buildings'
An architect and engineer behind some of Canada’s most iconic mass timber buildings has high hopes for the material as a sustainability enhancer and a boost to the country’s economy.
The Abbatiello Group acquires L'Œufrier
The Abbatiello Group has continued its expansion by acquiring the L'Œufrier breakfast restaurant chain, which has 47 establishments in Quebec. The Abbatiello Group includes Pizza Salvatoré, Jack Le Coq, Topla! and Crèmerie Chez Mamie.
Starbucks $1B restructuring to close stores in Canada, U.S.
Starbucks plans to close stores in a US$1-billion restructuring effort as it amps up a turnaround plan. The coffee chain said its overall store count in the U.S. and Canada will drop by one per cent to 18,300.
Roots opens new Vancouver flagship on Robson Street
Roots has officially opened its new flagship store on the corner of Robson and Hornby Streets in downtown Vancouver, marking a renewed commitment to the city where the brand has maintained a retail presence for three decades.
Hotel Group opens second Winnipeg Airport location
Sandman Signature Winnipeg Airport Hotel & Suites has officially opened its doors, ready to welcome visitors upon their arrival into the city. Located at 1760 Sargent Ave., the 215-room hotel is just minutes from Winnipeg Richardson International Airport.
iPro cofounder denies using trust money for personal use
Speaking out for the first time since the collapse of his realty empire, Rui Alves, cofounder of iPro Realty, says his family saw no benefit from the $10.5-million breach of his brokerage’s trust accounts.
AKAL launches national expansion with AKAL Canada
After 25 years training brokers in Ontario, AKAL Mortgages is extending its model across the country with the launch of AKAL Canada. Brokers will have access to its turnkey solution aimed at helping them to develop and scale their brokerages.
Canada Life completes $111.5M RE loan with Hargreaves
Canada Life Asset Management has completed a $111.5-million (£60m) senior real estate loan with Hargreaves Group. The new nine-year facility provides additional resources to support further acquisitions, help deliver its development pipeline and invest in its existing portfolio.
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Why CRE pros say a looming $1.26T debt wall can be scaled
After a recovery from the Great Recession of 2007-2009, commercial real estate activity picked up speed in 2015, supported by renewed lending. Now, 10 years later, an increasing wave of property debt is coming due.
Brookfield extends Manhattan lease in $1.5B deal
Brookfield Properties and Battery Park City Authority have agreed to extend the ground lease for Brookfield Place, a 14-acre, 9.4M-square-foot office and retail complex in Manhattan, for an additional 50 years in a deal valued at US$1.5B.
Baupost, King Street back RXR's new $3.5 billion office venture
Investors including Baupost Group and King Street Capital Management are backing a new office venture created by New York City property owner RXR as the companies seek to seize on discounts for trophy buildings.
Pacific Elm launches spinoff venture with $4B development pipeline
A new development and management venture, formed with assets spun off from a pair of firms, has plans to develop US$4B in retail and mixed-use properties across Texas, Los Angeles and Nashville.
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