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In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Jim Ward, Managing Director of Canadian Debt Investments, and Shawn Gilligan, Senior Vice President of North America Research & Strategy at QuadReal. Jim and Shawn unpack what’s capturing QuadReal’s attention today - from how the market has shifted over the last six months to the priorities shaping their respective mandates. They explore the biggest risks facing investors right now, the most compelling opportunities across major asset classes, and the macro forces they’re watching most closely. You will  hear their outlook on the residential and purpose-built rental markets, the strategic rationale behind QuadReal’s expansion into the U.K., and how they see data centres evolving as a global infrastructure asset. Packed with insight, strategy, and forward-looking perspective, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone tracking the next chapter of commercial real estate - only on The Commercial Real Estate Library.

In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Jim Ward, Managing Director of Canadian Debt Investments, and Shawn Gilligan, Senior Vice President of North America Research & Strategy at QuadReal. Jim and Shawn unpack what’s capturing QuadReal’s attention today - from how the market has shifted over the last six months to the priorities shaping their respective mandates. They explore the biggest risks facing investors right now, the most compelling opportunities across major asset classes, and the macro forces they’re watching most closely. You will  hear their outlook on the residential and purpose-built rental markets, the strategic rationale behind QuadReal’s expansion into the U.K., and how they see data centres evolving as a global infrastructure asset. Packed with insight, strategy, and forward-looking perspective, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone tracking the next chapter of commercial real estate - only on The Commercial Real Estate Library. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE LIBRARY WEBSITE: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 PODCAST CLIPS on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Andrew Duncan, Chief Investment Officer at RioCan. Since joining the company in 2013, Andrew has been instrumental in leading investment transactions and overseeing the development pipeline, shaping RioCan’s strategy and positioning it as one of Canada’s largest and most successful REITs in the country. Duncan shares his journey from an early career in engineering, where he spent seven years helping develop Walmarts across the country, to leading the rollout of Lowe’s first 31 stores in Canada, and how he ultimately rose to become RioCan’s inaugural CIO. Duncan reflects on the evolution of retail real estate, where the sector stood before COVID, how it adapted through the pandemic and the rise of e-commerce, and how it has emerged today as one of the best-performing asset classes in commercial real estate. He shares how RioCan has sustained industry-leading occupancy, the bold bets the company made that reaffirmed the strength of retail, their strategy guiding its next phase of growth, and the efficiency and resilience of RioCan’s team.  In this conversation, Duncan dives into the tenants driving today’s strongest retail performance, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the development of The Well, unpacks RioCan’s pivotal moves at Clarkson Crossing and Clarkson Village, and so much more.This episode delivers unparalleled insights into RioCan and the resilience of retail real estate, only on The Commercial Real Estate Library. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE LIBRARY WEBSITE: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 PODCAST CLIPS on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Colin Lynch, Managing Director and Head of Alternative Investments at TD Asset Management. In this episode, he shares an insider’s perspective on how TD Asset Management operates and how Canada fits into the global real estate landscape. From the challenges facing office in today’s landscape to emerging trends in industrial and multifamily, Lynch unpacks key market shifts and opportunities across all asset classes, offering rare insight into the macro trends shaping their performance. This conversation explores Canada’s global competitiveness, the nation’s productivity challenges, the untapped opportunities we need to seize, and an overview of the Mortgage market. Lynch offers an exceptional analysis on the current real estate landscape and leaves us with final words of inspiration everyone should hear. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE LIBRARY WEBSITE: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 PODCAST CLIPS on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Michael Waters, Chief Executive Officer of Minto Group. Since joining the company in 2007, Michael has played a pivotal role in transforming Minto from a family-owned business into a fully integrated, world-class real estate investment and development firm. He shares his personal journey at Minto, what the company looked like when he started, and how he intentionally built a strong culture to support growth. ​​This conversation delves into the current state of the markets Minto operates in, the impact of macroeconomic shifts on the multifamily sector, and Waters’ perspective on both the condo and rental landscapes in Canada. He also shares his journey up the corporate ladder and the steps he took in his career that ultimately led him to become the CEO of one of North America’s largest fully integrated real estate companies. This episode delivers exclusive insights you won’t find anywhere else, only on The Commercial Real Estate Library. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE LIBRARY WEBSITE: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 PODCAST CLIPS on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive episode of The Commercial Real Estate Library, Dayma and Garret sit down with Blair Welch, Co-Founder and CEO of Slate Asset Management, for a rare deep dive into one of the most influential investment firms in the world. Blair shares the origin story of Slate, how he and his brother Brady built a global powerhouse from the ground up, and the principles that guide the firm’s investment strategy. With over C$23 billion in acquisitions and dispositions since its inception across North America and Europe, Slate’s rise is nothing short of remarkable. From lessons learned through missteps to advice for thriving in real estate today, Blair offers honest reflections, a behind-the-scenes look at Slate’s growth, and his outlook on where the commercial real estate market is headed next. This episode delivers exclusive insights you won’t find anywhere else, only on The Commercial Real Estate Library. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE LIBRARY WEBSITE: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 PODCAST CLIPS on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this Exclusive interview, Dayma and Garret sit down with two of Canada’s most successful industrial brokers, Matt Albertine (Senior Vice President) and Bill Pavlopoulos (Vice President) at Colliers for an insider look at the state of industrial real estate. These industry heavyweights break down the post-COVID market correction, explore the history behind rental rate hikes, and discuss how the Greater Toronto Market historically went from the 4th largest industrial hub in North America to now the 6th, and so much more!  From the stories behind how Matt and Bill captured their biggest deals to career advice for aspiring brokers and their different approaches to building their team, this episode delivers exclusive insights you won’t find anywhere else, only on The Commercial Real Estate Library. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE Library Website: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 Podcast Clips on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive interview, Dayma and Garret are joined by Jeffrey Berger, Managing Director at TDB Advisory, for a deep dive into Canada’s growing distressed asset landscape.  Berger shares expert insights on the insolvency process, the rising wave of distressed properties, and the growing gap between sellers’ outdated property valuations and today’s market realities. He also explains why receiverships, once considered a near certainty, are no longer guaranteed, and what that means for lenders, investors, and property owners alike. Packed with a behind-the-scenes perspective from someone who has experience handling some of the country’s most significant distressed assets, this episode offers a rare look into what’s really happening in Canada’s commercial real estate and restructuring space. This is an episode you won’t want to miss, bringing you exclusive insider insights, only on the Commercial Real Estate Library podcast. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE LIBRARY WEBSITE: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 PODCAST CLIPS ON YT: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive interview, Bader Elkhatib, Partner and Senior Vice President of Acquisitions at CentreCourt, one of the GTA’s most active high-rise residential developers, joins Dayma and Garret for a wide-ranging discussion on the current and future landscape of real estate development in Canada. Bader shares his insights on when he expects the condo market to rebound, how the recent federal election will shape the future of development, and the types of policies needed to boost competitiveness across the country, and so much more!  Since joining CentreCourt in 2017, Bader has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s acquisition strategy and fueling its continued growth. Bader highlights how the company has maintained its resilience and success through market downturns. Bader’s candid perspective offers rare exclusive insights you won’t find anywhere else, but on the Commercial Real Estate Library podcast.  SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE Library Website: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 Podcast Clips on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive interview, Min Suh, Managing Partner of Steady Cap - an institutional-grade equity real estate strategy sponsor focused on direct and joint venture investments - joins Dayma and Garret to discuss a wide range of topics, including key challenges in the Canadian economy, identifying areas where real estate investors can be bullish, exploring the history of Canada's condo market, and discussing the ongoing housing crisis in Canada. Min offers a deep look into Steady Cap's strategy and investment approach, shedding light on key markets currently on their radar. This conversation bridges the gap between the Canadian and US real estate markets, offering insights on how both countries are approaching growth. Whether you are a private investor or part of an institutional firm, this interview provides crucial insights for anyone looking to stay at the forefront of the real estate market. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE Library Website: https://www.crelibrary.ca/ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 Podcast Clips on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this compelling discussion, Stéphan Déry, President and CEO of Canada Lands Company, joins Dayma and Garret to discuss the company’s innovative developments and its substantial influence on the Canadian real estate sector. Gain valuable insights into the key projects shaping the industry’s future, how Canada Lands distinguishes itself, and the emerging trends Stéphan anticipates. Additionally, he provides an exclusive look at the highly anticipated Downsview West development, one of Toronto's largest transit-oriented communities, spanning 30 hectares and planned to include 8,800 homes for 17,000 residents. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE Library Website: SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 Podcast Clips on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

In this exclusive interview, Rob Kumer, CEO of KingSett Capital, Canada’s leading private equity real estate investment firm, sits down with Dayma and Garret to discuss a wide range of topics. From the impact of Trump’s policies on the Canadian economy to his insights on the real estate market and investment outlook for 2025. Rob provides an in-depth look at the firm’s strategy, investment approach, and his leadership in shaping KingSett’s future. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: http://greenfoxcapital.com CRE Library Website: SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3 APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1 Podcast Clips on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips

Ron Butler is a residential mortgage broker and the owner of Butler Mortgage. With offices coast to coast, Butler Mortgage has been helping Canadians secure home financing for over 25 years. In addition to mortgages Ron is the host of Angry Mortgage Podcast, a renowned real estate focused podcast where he discusses a wide range of topics impacting real estate and mortgages.   SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: ⁠http://greenfoxcapital.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: ⁠‪@crelibrary SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJ... APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast... INSTAGRAM | ⁠   / crelibrary   TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t... Podcast Clips on YouTube: ⁠‪@crelibraryclips  

Brad J. Lamb is a Canadian real estate broker and condominium developer. He has completing 19 developments, approximately 3400 suites for over $1.3B. Currently, Lamb Development Corp has three projects under construction, almost 800 suites for a value of $360 Million. Lamb Development Corp. is in development on a further 15 projects in Toronto, Hamilton, Calgary & Edmonton with a value of $2.4 Billion. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: ⁠http://greenfoxcapital.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: ⁠ https://youtu.be/nvxY2lpgmIk SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3?si=b8a137dd843746f6 APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062 INSTAGRAM | ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/crelibrary/ TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1%E2%81%A0 Podcast Clips on YouTube: ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpwWibUDKyTKvvmNGbU49iQ 

Dayma and Garret discuss 4 game changing proptech companies (listed below). They also share their thoughts on affordability, automation, and construction costs. No guests today, just the guys chatting about innovation in commercial real estate. You're going to love this episode. SECURE COMMERCIAL FINANCING: ⁠http://greenfoxcapital.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQ3EDKZqW2t62aq5Q0cRBw⁠ SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/54qf2EJwnrsYn0EC2TnJo3⁠ APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commercial-real-estate-library/id1437946062⁠ INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://instagram.com/commercialrealestaelibrary⁠ TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@crelibrary?_t=8XZSNgigk9m&_r=1⁠ Podcast Clips on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@crelibraryclips