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Across Canada, apartment developers are facing a difficult truth: the industry has hit a standstill. Rising interest rates, inflation, and economic uncertainty have paralyzed much of the sector. Many developers who once built at scale are now hesitant to break ground...

In apartment leasing, perception can be just as powerful as reality. Even the most beautifully designed building can face resistance if it’s located in a neighbourhood with a difficult reputation. But here’s the truth: great leasing teams don’t avoid these...

In the fast-evolving world of apartment development, strategy is everything—but so is perspective. The Case for High-Level Conversation Every apartment developer faces similar challenges: How do I increase cash flow without simply working more hours? What tools...

As Canada continues to face a worsening housing affordability crisis, developers, policymakers and industry leaders are searching for meaningful solutions that address both supply shortages and affordability challenges. One promising yet often overlooked strategy is...

In today’s fast-evolving apartment development and investment landscape, we’re proud to have grown into a unique full-service advisory firm that offers education, consulting, feasibility studies, and development support - we call it the Apartment Development FULL...

Today’s rental market is shifting—but with the right strategies, you can stay ahead. Rents may be adjusting. Leasing may be taking a little longer. But apartment owners who act decisively have a real advantage. You don’t need to wait for the market to “bounce back.”...

In the fast-paced, high-stakes world of apartment development, your greatest asset isn’t just your land, capital, or design—it’s your people. Whether you're scaling your company, onboarding new talent, or building internal capacity to take on more sophisticated...

We are in a profound and notable tranformation within Canada's condo market - a "sea change"   I recently sat down with Mansoor Kazerouni, global director of the architecture and urbanism division at Arcadis, to discuss the shifting landscape of Canadian housing...

In Canada’s multifamily development market, 2025 is looking like a year of recalibration. As condominium sales slow and pre-construction campaigns stretch longer than ever, developers are revisiting their assumptions—and, in many cases, their entire business models....