The Canadian commercial real estate universe examined. Gain insight from the brightest minds in the industry. Hosted by Aaron Cameron and Adam Powadiuk.
Welcome to the CRE podcast. 100% Canadian, 100% commercial real estate. In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Akinfolarin Olusuyi, Chief Services Officer at Altrio. Join them as they discuss the impact of AI on commercial real estate. Recorded at the Canadian Department of Investment Conference, the conversation explores Altrio’s data-driven platform, Origin, which enhances deal-making through automation, data management, and efficiency improvements. Akin also addresses market challenges, the evolving role of AI, and the need for real estate professionals to adapt to technology’s growing influence on the industry.
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Akinfolarin Olusuyi is an accomplished Commercial Real Estate (CRE) professional and Chief Services Officer at Altrio, a technology firm transforming CRE investing with innovative, data-driven solutions. With a background in underwriting CRE deals and private equity, Akin has managed acquisitions, asset management, and capital raising for over $500 million in assets. At Altrio, he oversees Data and Professional Services, optimizing investment workflows through Altrio’s flagship platform, Origin. A CFA and finance graduate from York University and the Schulich School of Business, Akin is a dedicated mentor, speaker, and volunteer, passionate about growth, faith, and community engagement.
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Welcome to the CRE podcast. 100% Canadian, 100% commercial real estate. In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Gordon Wadley, COO of Dream Unlimited. Join them as they discuss the post-pandemic market dynamics, highlighting cautious optimism in occupancy rates and tenant behavior, with a shift towards shorter leases. Gordon addresses the challenges facing Class B and C office spaces and emphasizes the importance of ESG initiatives and community engagement. The conversation also touches on investment strategies and the complexities of converting office spaces to residential use. Listeners gain valuable insights into current trends and future outlooks in the Canadian office market.
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Gordon Wadley is the Chief Operating Officer for Dream Unlimited’s Office REIT in Toronto, overseeing a mixed-use portfolio of approximately 10 million square feet across Canada’s major markets. Since joining Dream in 2011, he has played a key role in asset strategy, leasing, and operations in major Canadian cities, including Toronto, Ottawa, and Quebec. His extensive portfolio includes the Zibi sustainable development in the National Capital Region and Toronto’s historic Distillery District. Recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 by the Ottawa Business Journal in 2015, Gordon has led high-impact real estate strategies totaling over 14 million square feet.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Steven Haylestrom, CEO of The Modular Solution. Join them as they discuss the potential of modular construction in addressing Canada’s affordable housing crisis. They cover modular construction’s history, benefits, and challenges, highlighting its ability to reduce build time by 50%, improve quality control, and minimize waste. Challenges include resistance to change in the industry, financing issues, and the limited capacity of modular manufacturers. The episode concludes by calling for industry collaboration, education, and investment to scale modular construction as a viable solution for housing shortages.
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Steven Haylestrom is a leader in modular design, manufacturing, logistics, and site construction, with over 18 years of experience. As President and COO of The Modular Solution, he oversees modular projects from design to completion, focusing on quality, budget, and scheduling. Steven’s mission is to increase the construction of affordable housing across Canada using modular technology. He also volunteers as a consultant for organizations like AHFA Canada and HousingNowTO, leveraging his expertise to advance affordable housing and positively impact communities.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam welcome back Mark Goodman, Principal of Goodman Commercial Inc. Join them as they discuss the current state of the Vancouver commercial real estate market. Goodman reveals that his firm commands about 20% market share despite its size and reflects on the impacts of COVID-19, interest rate fluctuations, and the recent rise in nonprofit buyer activity. The conversation also covers government initiatives for affordable housing, geopolitical factors influencing investment, and future cap rate predictions, highlighting the complex dynamics of Vancouver’s real estate landscape.
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With over 50 years of experience, Mark Goodman is a leading expert in multi-family apartment sales and development in Metro Vancouver. He oversees the Goodman Report, the region’s premier resource for multi-family investment insights, relied upon by thousands of owners, investors, and analysts. Mark’s impressive career boasts over $3.5 billion in sales and 700 transactions, making him a trusted voice frequently quoted in top media outlets like The Vancouver Sun and National Post. Known for his innovative marketing strategies, Mark is dedicated to maximising client success through a comprehensive, results-driven approach to real estate transactions.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Adam Carapella, VP at Tricar Developments, live from the Southwestern Ontario Real Estate Forum. Adam shares his journey from hands-on construction to leading a company managing over 2,000 rental units and developing condominiums. Discover how Tricar is adapting to market dynamics, navigating challenges in municipal approvals, and focusing on affordable living options. Plus, get insights into upcoming projects in cities like Kitchener and the rising trend of amenities like golf simulators in residential buildings.
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Adam Carapella is the Vice President of Tricar, a family-founded company with nearly 40 years of experience in real estate development. Adam oversees day-to-day operations, managing over 2,000 rental units and leading construction projects, including mid- and high-rise condominiums. A University of Guelph graduate, Adam’s deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience have been instrumental in Tricar’s continued success.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Dean Campbell, Vice President of Construction and Design at Parkbridge, about the evolving Canadian housing market and the innovative land lease model. Dean shares his extensive experience in construction and highlights how Parkbridge’s approach—where residents own their homes but lease the land—makes housing more affordable, especially in high-cost areas like the Greater Toronto Area. The conversation also dives into the challenges of rising development costs and labour shortages and how municipalities are stepping up to support housing needs. Tune in for valuable insights into the future of housing and the impact of models like land leasing!
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Dean is a passionate and enthusiastic homebuilder with over 30 years of experience in condominium high-rise and wood-frame homebuilding. He has held the position of Chief Operating Officer, Housing for Excel Homes in Calgary, Edmonton, and Victoria. Before that, Dean was Vice President of Operations for Losani Homes in Hamilton and Vice President of Construction for Mattamy Homes in Ottawa and Calgary. Dean and his teams have been awarded numerous awards, including JD Power and Associates in Ottawa, Consumer Choice awards in Hamilton, and AVID Western Canada. Dean holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Economics and remains committed to ongoing learning.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Karl Innanen, Executive Vice president at Colliers International. Join them as they explore the commercial real estate market in Southwestern Ontario. Recorded at the Southwest Ontario Real Estate Forum, the discussion highlights the impact of rising interest rates, the state of various asset classes such as office, retail, industrial, and multifamily, and development challenges. Karl shares insights into his career, market trends, and future indicators, offering valuable perspectives on navigating the shifting landscape of commercial real estate.
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With over 30 years of experience in commercial real estate, Karl takes his passion and skills in real estate to mentor, train, and develop the Colliers team in Kitchener Waterloo. He focuses on attracting and retaining the best diverse, enterprising, and innovative commercial real estate professionals. He is always looking to network with talent; whether you’re looking to enter Tri-City commercial real estate market or curious about learning about how and what makes Colliers the best-in-class CRE firm. Please feel free to send him a connection request if you’d like to learn more!
Karl has attended Western University and focused on economics. For the past 24 years, he has been an instructor with CCIM, teaching professionals across North America, Russia, and China.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Richard Lyall, President and CEO of RESCON. This non-profit organization represents builders of Ontario’s low, mid, and high-rise residential buildings. Richard discusses his journey in real estate, the evolving construction industry, and the challenges facing Canada’s rental housing market. Topics include labor shortages, development charges, and the need for housing reform through technology, modular construction, and a streamlined approval process. Despite the challenges, Richard remains optimistic about the future of the housing industry.
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Richard is an accomplished and experienced executive who has represented the residential construction industry in Ontario since 1991. He is a frequent speaker and popular source quoted by the media on construction industry issues. His insightful columns appear regularly in The Toronto Sun, Canadian Real Estate Wealth, Storeys, Builder Bites, Daily Commercial News and Canadian Construction Business.
He has a successful track record in advancing RESCON’s vision, mission and values through his high-level board and strategy work. He was honoured with the 2019 Canadian Lifetime Volunteer Award from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans for enriching the organization’s educational efforts. He is also on a steering committee of the Chicago-based Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. He is also on the Ontario Housing Supply Action Plan Implementation Team.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Cameron Choquette, CEO of the Saskatchewan Landlord Association, at the CFAA Rental Housing Conference in Toronto. Join them as they discuss Saskatchewan’s thriving rental market, which is seeing strong growth with low vacancy rates and increasing rents. Cam highlights the province’s pro-business stance, lack of rent control, investment appeal, and the challenges posed by high development costs. He stresses the need for legislative reform to support rental housing development. They also explore the downtown environments of Saskatoon and Regina, with Saskatoon thriving and Regina facing revitalization challenges.
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Cameron Choquette is the CEO of the Saskatchewan Landlord Association, leading its operations since 2019. An award-winning young professional, Cam holds an Honours Degree in Management from the Edwards School of Business and a Master’s in Public Administration from the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy. Under his leadership, the Association has achieved significant growth and advocacy success, winning the CFAA’s 2021 Association Achievement of the Year Award. In 2022, he was named Saskatchewan’s Young Professional of the Year. Cam is passionate about governance, strategy, and policy.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam connect with Ana Bailao, Head of Affordable Housing & Public Affairs at Dream, an asset manager, owner and developer of real estate. With over 20 years of senior leadership experience across government, private, and non-profit sectors, Ana is passionate about creating more livable, inclusive, and affordable cities.
She shares her journey from politics to real estate, focusing on the significance of affordable housing in city development. She explains the collaboration between the City Council, the Toronto Community Housing Corporation, and the federal government’s role in housing policy. Ana highlights successes in fostering partnerships and policy reforms while discussing Dream’s efforts to build mixed-income communities. The episode concludes with insights on risk, return, and the need for immediate housing construction solutions.
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With over 20 years of senior leadership experience across government, private, and non-profit sectors, Ana Baila is passionate about creating more livable, inclusive, and affordable cities. After establishing a successful career in the private sector, she transitioned to public service and was elected to Toronto City Council in 2010, where she was re-elected three times. She served as Deputy Mayor and the City’s Housing Advocate during her tenure, securing billions in federal and provincial funding to revitalize Toronto’s housing initiatives.
She played a key role in the 2020-2030 Toronto Housing Plan by expanding the affordable housing budget. In 2023, she ran for Mayor in the largest by-election in Canadian history, finishing second. Engaging with thousands of Torontonians during the campaign was a deeply rewarding experience, and she remains optimistic about the city’s future. Today, she works with industry leaders to advance affordable housing projects in Toronto and Canada.
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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron and Adam interview Andrew Duncan, RioCan’s Chief Investment Officer to discuss his company’s evolving investment strategy to stay aligned to a dynamic market. Andrew shares insights into his background, RioCan’s focus on capital allocation, and the challenges of making long-term investment decisions in an...
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