Association Achievement of the Year
Saskatchewan Landlord Association's Tenant Assistance Process (2011) (Co-Winner)Saskatchewan Landlord Association's Tenant Assistance Process (2011) (Co-Winner)
Association Achievement of the Year
Investment Property Owners Association of Nova Scotia's Waste Cost Advocacy 2015 (Co-Winner)Investment Property Owners Association of Nova Scotia's Waste Cost Advocacy 2015 (Co-Winner)
New Product or Service of the Year
ZipSure.ca's Mobile Tenant InsuranceZipSure.ca's Mobile Tenant Insurance
The judges said: “ZipSure.ca is a product that has solved an important challenge for landlords and tenants alike. This app has eliminated the need for landlords to turn new tenants away on moving day for not having insurance. This app allows tenants to obtain insurance on site, and shares the confirmation directly with the landlord, so that landlords are notified if the coverage is cancelled.
This product creatively solves a significant problem, increasing convenience and improving customer service, and therefore deserves this award.”
Additional Finalists:
- Honest Renter Surveys by Honest Renter
- Place4Student’s Mobile App
- National Efficiency System’s Automatic Call Scoring System
On-Site Employee of the Year
Helen Howard of Skyline LivingHelen Howard of Skyline Living
The judges said: “According to Skyline Living, Helen has been exceptionally good at fostering relationships and building a solid community at their Time Square building in Peterborough. She overcame a high vacancy rate and a shooting in the community. Helen’s strong management has led to a great reduction in arrears and in vacancy rate.”
Additional Finalists:
- Corey Barton of CAPREIT
- Stephen Thornhill of Vertica Resident Services
Off-Site Employee of the Year
Kim Hamelin of TimbercreekKim Hamelin of Timbercreek
The judges said: “Kim Hamelin is an exemplary leader. Kim’s management has improved the NOI in every role she has undertaken with Timbercreek. When necessary, Kim is willing to take on many extra responsibilities. In addition to managing operations, Kim comes up with creative and cost-effective environmental and marketing campaigns.”
Additional Finalists:
- Jessica Da Silva of Hollyburn
- Andrea Rocheleau of Skyline Living
- Michael Vezina of Vertica
Rental Development of the Year
The Heathview by Morguard (Co-Winner)The Heathview by Morguard (Co-Winner)
The judges said: “Morguard’s The Heathview was selected for its striking aesthetics, hotel-quality amenities, best-in-class sustainability practices, and substantive use of sophisticated marketing tactics. It is a prime example of a landlord overcoming monumental obstacles to develop a high-end property, while taking every measure to mitigate community disruption.”
Additional Finalists:
- The Ridge Apartments by Towers Realty
- Elata by Vertica
Rental Development of the Year
Sterling Manor by Altern Rentals (Co-Winner)Sterling Manor by Altern Rentals (Co-Winner)
The judges said: “Featuring a mix of amenities that cater to a wide range of demographics, Sterling Manor by Altern is a customer-focused complex in Regina’s most affluent neighbourhood. Having made use of some of the most innovative, sustainable building practices available to the market, this development exemplifies thoughtful construction, environmental excellence and forward-thinking planning.”
Additional Finalists:
- The Ridge Apartments by Towers Realty
- Elata by Vertica
Renovation of the Year
44 Stubs Drive Lobby Renovation by CAPREIT (Co-Winner)44 Stubs Drive Lobby Renovation by CAPREIT (Co-Winner)
The judges said: “The lobby renovation was completed beautifully, very modern and bright. The costs were kept to a minimum and the timeframe for completion was very quick, ensuring the least amount of disruption to the residents . Not only did CAPREIT use eco-friendly materials, they kept the original design, minimizing product waste and reusing original framework. The new look also offers a competitive advantage in the current market with newly developed condo product.”
Additional Finalists:
- 66 Isabella St by Park Properties
- Widdicombe by Realstar
Renovation of the Year
Royal Oak Court Whole Building Renovation in Winnipeg by Towers RealtyRoyal Oak Court Whole Building Renovation in Winnipeg by Towers Realty
The judges said: “Very large project, renovated the entire building which included all 29 suites and its systems. Unexpectedly, Towers Realty needed to rebuild the entire lower level slab due to heaving, and was still able to complete the project within eight months. The suites were renovated using condo quality materials with a semi-open concept design. Towers was able to create a competitive advantage in the current market by revitalizing all suites to a contemporary look within a historic property from the early 1900’s.”
Additional Finalists:
- 66 Isabella St by Park Properties
- Widdicombe by Realstar