Profitable investments rarely happen by chance – they require more than a hunch and optimistic guesswork. Long-term performance in real estate investment requires understanding industry trends, a rigorous process for risk mitigation, and a hands-on team devoted to successful outcomes.
At Canadian Urban Limited, whether you are an institutional or private investor, we deliver. Our Open-Ended Pooled Fund (“CU7”) has an exceptional track record and provides a balance of stable income returns and long-term asset appreciation.
We are entrepreneurs – guided by integrity, driven by performance. Since 1971, Canadian Urban has provided above-benchmark returns to our institutional and private investors. As investment and asset management experts, we focus exclusively on Canadian commercial real estate. Our Return to Core strategy and extensive industry relationships are unique competitive advantages that enhance our investor returns.
At Canadian Urban, we pride ourselves on collaboration, understanding, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Our ability to generate exceptional returns stems from a skilled, experienced team with an impeccable record – and everyone on our team is fully attuned not only to our own goals, but to those of our clients as well.
Canadian Urban has been recognized as 1st overall in investor income returns for the period 2000-2022 inclusive, according to Morgan Stanley’s MSCI annual property index*. This above-benchmark performance is a direct result of our disciplined approach to acquire and manage income-producing properties with potential future value which others often overlook.
* According to the 2022 ‘MSCI/REALPAC Canada excl. Super Regional Shopping Center Annual Property Index’. Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) is an investment research firm that provides stock indexes, portfolio risk and performance analytics, and governance tools to institutional investors and hedge funds. www.msci.com
Our management is comprised of longstanding industry experts, carrying many decades of experience in real estate investment and asset management.
Our operations are overseen by a board of directors and a panel of independent auditors, specifically chosen to maximize potential and performance.
We continually consider the environmental and social impact of our properties and evaluate each decision according to Canadian Urban’s ESG commitments. From emissions minimalization and responsible resource allocation to investor interests and tenant rights, environmental and fiscal sustainability is the foundation of our long-term strategy. As responsible stewards of the properties we manage on behalf of our investors, Canadian Urban also invests in relationships with accredited third-party adjudicators including GRESB, FitWel, ENERGY STAR, and BOMA.
