Articles tagged with "Commercial"

Vancouver city council has approved Crombie REIT and Westbank's revised plans for redeveloping a Canada Safeway store in the Commercial Drive area. The project will now focus exclusively on rental apartments, providing 1,044 units including both market-rental and below-market options. The development will feature three towers and a larger Safeway, along with retail, restaurants, and a city-owned childcare facility. Chicago-based Perkins & Will's Vancouver office is responsible for the architectural design.

Discover Montessori School, designed by Checkwitch Poiron Architects, is a sustainable educational facility on Vancouver Island, BC, which has been awarded the CAGBC Zero Carbon Certification. The project emphasized low-carbon construction and sustainable practices, utilizing recycled materials and rainwater catchment systems. It also won various awards for its innovative and eco-friendly design despite budget constraints. The school's focus on sustainability is inspired by Montessori principles of minimalism and interconnectedness.

The fourth phase of the Maple Meadows self-storage facility in Maple Ridge, B.C., has received net-zero certification from the Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC). This certification highlights the elimination of fossil fuel use, the integration of solar panels, and enhanced energy efficiency. The facility, scheduled for completion in summer 2024, will generate sufficient energy through its rooftop solar panels.

Global Education Communities Corporation (GECC) and the Pure Group plan to break ground by the end of 2025 on a $330-million student housing and mixed-use project in Surrey, B.C. The 49-storey Education Mega Centre will include rental housing primarily for students and multi-family tenants, along with commercial and office spaces. GECC will hold the majority ownership while Pure will maintain a minority share, with plans for additional institutional investors. The project aims to address the strong demand for student housing in the area, capitalizing on its proximity to educational institutions and a SkyTrain station.

Englobe, a Montreal-based consulting engineering firm, has acquired Higher Ground Consulting and Herold Engineering to expand its presence in Western Canada. Higher Ground Consulting, based in Calgary, specializes in environmental and civil engineering, while Herold Engineering is based in Nanaimo, B.C. and focuses on building and marine projects. Both companies will maintain their existing organizational structures as divisions within Englobe, enhancing Englobe’s reach and capabilities in the region.

Global Education Communities Corporation (GECC) has partnered with the Pure Group to develop a $330-million student housing and mixed-use project in Surrey, British Columbia. The 49-storey GEC Education Mega Centre will feature retail, commercial space, market rental units, and amenities, accommodating up to 1,380 students and staff. This project aims to address the critical shortage of student housing in the Metro Vancouver area. The development will benefit from proximity to major universities and upcoming infrastructure expansions.

Crombie REIT has partnered with Wesgroup Properties to develop four Canada Safeway store sites in the Vancouver region. The joint venture will focus on mixed-use redevelopments, including revamped Safeway stores and residential components, and aims to streamline the entitlement and design process. Crombie retains full property ownership, sharing in the development costs and benefiting from fee income and potential future developments. The collaboration is designed to unlock value, generate stable cash flows, and accelerate Crombie's growth in its retail portfolio.

Holborn Group has submitted a rezoning application for a $2.8 billion mixed-use development in downtown Vancouver. The plan includes the city's tallest building, a 1,033-foot tower as part of a three-tower complex with residential, hotel, and public amenities. The development is designed to enhance the public realm and provide significant social housing contributions, while aiming to reduce its environmental impact. If approved, construction could span over a decade with Vancouver's relaxed building policies aiding the project.

A new development in downtown Vancouver has been proposed, which would include British Columbia's tallest tower. The project aims to create 1,939 homes, a 920-room hotel, public amenities, and conference space. Additionally, the initiative will incorporate Indigenous-led art for reconciliation purposes.

BC Hydro has launched 22 new public fast-charging hubs for electric vehicles on commercial properties throughout British Columbia, tripling its EV charging network's size over the past year. The expansion brings the total to 591 charging ports, with plans to reach 800 by 2026. This initiative, supported by partnerships with governments and communities, seeks to promote cleaner transportation and reduce emissions. The latest rollout features advanced 350-kilowatt fast chargers, with 400-kilowatt units expected soon.