Writing on industrial real estate
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Quarterly GTA industrial market reports, completed transactions, and perspectives on how the market actually works.
Latest market report
Q2 2026 GTA Industrial Real Estate Market ReportIt's that time of year again and we've got the latest quarterly data in from the GTA's industrial real estate market for Q2 of 2026.Read the reportEvery report back to 2022 is collected on the market reports hub.
2026
Perspectives
The Surprising Hunger for More Power in GTA Industrial Real Estate
I've lost count of how many GTA industrial real estate properties I've assessed and toured with tenant clients over the last couple of years where the power capacity, specifically the…
Market reports
Q2 2026 GTA Industrial Real Estate Market Report
It's that time of year again and we've got the latest quarterly data in from the GTA's industrial real estate market for Q2 of 2026.
Transactions
LEASED- 125 Engelhard Dr, Aurora
We are pleased to announce the successful lease of a 24,913 sq ft industrial unit at 125 Engelhard Dr (Unit 1) in Aurora, where we acted as exclusive representative for the tenant, a…
Perspectives
Mississauga Warehouse Space for Lease - Key Factors
If you are searching for Mississauga warehouse space for lease, the wrong building can create operational problems long before it shows up as a real estate mistake.
Perspectives
Warehouses for Lease in Toronto: What Matters
A warehouse for lease Toronto companies can operate from is rarely just about square footage. Two buildings with the same area and similar asking rent can perform very differently once…
Perspectives
The Ultimate Guide To Negotiating a Lease Renewal on Your Commercial Property Lease
Negotiating a commercial lease renewal is one of the most overlooked ways for a business to cut occupancy costs, yet most tenants leave real money on the table simply because they…
Transactions
LEASED - 6750 Campbellville Rd, Milton
We are pleased to announce the successful lease of 128,040 sq ft at 6750 Campbellville Rd in Milton, where we acted as exclusive representative for the tenant - a consumer products…
Transactions
LEASED - 8 Abacus Rd, Brampton
We are pleased to announce the successful lease of a 64,641 sq ft freestanding industrial building at 8 Abacus Rd in Brampton's Bram East submarket, where we acted as exclusive listing…
Transactions
LEASED - 8851 Keele St, Vaughan
We are pleased to announce the successful lease of a 28,668 sq ft freestanding industrial building at 8851 Keele St in Vaughan's Concord submarket, where we acted as exclusive listing…
Transactions
LEASED - 96 Carrier Dr, Etobicoke
We are pleased to announce the successful lease of an industrial unit at 96 Carrier Dr in Toronto's West Humber-Clairville neighbourhood, where we acted as exclusive representative for…
Market reports
Q1 2026 GTA Industrial Real Estate Market Report
See my latest commentary below on the Greater Toronto Area industrial real estate market for the latest quarter, Q1.
Perspectives
The Ripple Effect: How Sustained High Oil Prices are Reshaping GTA Industrial Real Estate Strategy
The critical question we are facing today is this: what happens to that geographic flexibility of industrial real estate when the price of oil remains consistently above $100 a barrel…
2025
Transactions
Case Study: 5556 and 5566 Tomken Rd in Mississauga - Successful Small Bay Industrial Unit Leases
Together with my colleague Mariano Covello, I recently successfully leased the industrial units at 5556 and 5566 Tomken Road in Mississauga for our landlord client at rental rates…
Archived listings
FOR LEASE: Highly Functional 65k SF Industrial Warehouse Building in Strategic South Brampton Location
I'm excited to bring this one to market for lease in Brampton. It's a very functional freestanding building on a 3.15 acre lot, with great clear height, heavy power, and abundant…
Market reports
GTA Industrial Real Estate Market Outlook - Q3 2025
After strong headwinds over the last 18 months, the GTA industrial market feels like it’s finding its rhythm again, if ever so slightly.
Archived listings
FOR SALE: Freestanding Industrial Building in Mississauga that Checks Every Box
I'm glad to announce this freestanding industrial building for sale in Mississauga. This is the opportunity to purchase a well maintained freestanding industrial property located in a…
Market reports
Latest GTA Industrial Real Estate Report - Q2 2025
A little late on posting this one here, but below is my narrative on the industrial real estate market in the GTA within the Toronto area, as of our industrial real estate report for…
Archived listings
Industrial Building Warehouse for Lease in Vaughan - Commercial Real Estate
It's tough to find a good freestanding building lease option in the heart of Vaughan these days in the range of 20,000 to 40,000 SF.
Perspectives
Why I Love Milton Industrial Properties: Insights from a GTA Real Estate Expert
As a real estate professional that specializes in the GTA industrial property market, I’m often asked about my favourite areas for industrial real estate.
Market reports
Latest GTA Industrial Real Estate Report - Q1 2025
Though there are those, whether brokers, landlords, or occupiers, who are speaking of this moment in time within the GTA industrial real estate market in bearish tones, making…
Market reports
Latest Greater Toronto Industrial Real Estate Report
It's that time of year again. Please see below for my latest commentary on the state of the industrial real estate market in the GTA.
2024
Perspectives
The Unicorn: Seeking Freestanding Industrial Buildings in GTA
The scarcity of small to medium sized freestanding industrial buildings and what it means for occupiers.
Market reports
Q3 2024 Industrial Warehouse Real Estate Market Update - Toronto, Vaughan, Mississauga
Latest industrial real estate market report for Toronto and surrounding GTA. Overview of leasing and sales activity for Q3 of 2024.
Market reports
My New Industrial Real Estate Market Report for the Greater Toronto Area is Here!
Our brokerage just released its latest quarterly report on the industrial real estate market in the GTA.
Perspectives
The Impact of Onshoring on Industrial Real Estate Demand in North America
Exploring the impact of onshoring on industrial real estate demand in North America unveils a dynamic landscape of shifting market dynamics
Perspectives
How to Navigate the Complexities of Warehouse Relocation
Successful warehouse relocation in Ontario requires planning and a clear strategy. Review this overview for your industrial property move.
Perspectives
The Role of Warehouse Storage in Optimizing Your Supply Chain
The efficiency of your supply chain is not just an aspect of business operations; it's a pivotal factor in determining your company's succes
Perspectives
Clear Height: An Underappreciated Warehouse Property Feature
So I just wanted to touch on an issue that I'm dealing with with a distribution client of mine in the Mississauga area
Perspectives
The Role of Location Intelligence in Industrial Real Estate Decision-Making
Making informed decisions is always important for business success, and the same applies to industrial real estate in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Market reports
Looking Ahead: An Outlook on the 2024 Industrial Real Estate Market in Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
As we step into 2024, the industrial real estate landscape in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is poised for dynamic shifts.
Perspectives
A Regulatory Overview for Canadian Food Warehouses and Production Facilities
As my business has focused more and more on food-based warehouses, distribution centres, and production facilities, I have been increasingly exposed to the regulatory and licensing…
2023
Perspectives
Ingredients for Success: Critical Qualities for a Food Grade Warehouse or Distribution Center
In the dynamic world of food distribution, the significance of a well-equipped and efficiently managed food grade warehouse cannot be overst
Perspectives
Is the Industrial Warehouse For Lease Market in the GTA Starting to Stabilize?
It seems that the crazy period of roughly 2020-2022, fueled by the COVID pandemic, may be coming to an end.
Perspectives
8 Things Tenants Can Do to Reduce Their Lease Costs in Today's Tight Industrial Real Estate Market
8 Things Tenants Can Do to Reduce Their Industrial Lease Costs in Today's Tight GTA Industrial Real Estate Market
Perspectives
Corporate Offices Being Relocated to Industrial Properties - A Growing Consideration for Companies
Corporate offices are relocating more and more into industrial properties. See what is driving this and why it may be an option for you.
Perspectives
Why Is Finding Industrial Units In the Toronto Area So Hard?
Finding Industrial Units For Sale or Lease in the Toronto Area for Automotive - Why is it So Hard?
2022
Perspectives
Looking at a Lease Renewal on Your Industrial Property? Read These Tips on What to Consider
Tips for a lease renewal for industrial properties in Toronto and the GTA. Factors to consider before you renew your lease.
Transactions
Case Study: Patience, Preparation, and Calculated Risks for a Vaughan Industrial Property
Case Study of a client looking to expand from their Mississauga warehouse into a larger warehouse space in Vaughan.
Perspectives
The lease that is in place has more impact on selling your industrial building than you think.
Read why the lease on your industrial property can have a huge impact on the sale price, possibly in ways you wouldn't expect.
Perspectives
Leasing vs Buying Office Space
Office space that is designed to meet your team’s needs contributes immensely to the steady growth of your business along with employee productivity and satisfaction.
Perspectives
A Quick Primer on Investing in Industrial Real Estate in the Greater Toronto Area
I wanted to give a bit of a primer on what I look for as a broker on behalf of my investor clients when it comes to industrial properties in the GTA.
Perspectives
Reasons Why You Should Consider Moving to Vaughan for Business
Located in Ontario, Vaughan has a population of 320,000 people. Known for being a city that’s family and business-friendly, this city offers easy access to Highways 400, 401, and 407.
Perspectives
Some Things I Love About Being a Commercial Real Estate Agent
I knew nothing about commercial real estate growing up. Actually, even up to about 10 years ago, I still didn't know much about it.
Perspectives
The "Bullwhip Effect" of Industrial Real Estate
Could the craziness we've been seeing in the industrial real estate market in Toronto and the GTA snap back to something more stable?
Market reports
Q2 2022 State of the Market Report!
The Lee & Associates Toronto Q2 report is here, with a detailed analysis of the current state of affairs in various commercial real estate asset classes (industrial, office, retail…
Perspectives
Why is Demand for Industrial Real Estate Rising in Toronto?
Investors are taking a second look at a whole other segment of investment property and shifting away from residential and commercial real estate.
Perspectives
Last-mile Industrial Real Estate: Why Owners should not Rush to Selling
For anyone that owns an industrial property or is looking to buy or lease an industrial property, or for anyone just involved in that asset class in any way, it's no news to them that…
Perspectives
Different Types of Commercial Real Estate Explained
Commercial property refers to any property utilized for a specific business-related purpose or acts as a workspace for businesses.
Perspectives
How Do You Compete for Industrial Warehouse Properties in the Extremely Tight GTA Industrial Market?
With the vacancy rate hovering around 0.8% for industrial warehouse properties in markets like Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, and basically everywhere else in the GTA, the…
Perspectives
GTA Real Estate Secondary Markets for Industrial Properties
There used to be a time when the question of where to lease warehouse space for your business depended solely on the main factors such as cost, transportation proximity, labour pool…
Perspectives
Factors to Consider While Buying or Leasing an Industrial Unit in GTA
Here are the most common factors you should consider while buying or leasing industrial units in GTASo you're ready to lease or buy an industrial unit either for your business or as an…
Perspectives
What is going on with Markham industrial properties for sale?
If you're looking for an industrial real estate property in Markham or the GTA, you're probably wondering why the for sale market is strong.
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