Congratulations to our Rental Housing Awards 2020 Winners and Finalists!

On Thursday, June 25, CFAA recognized the winners of its fifth National Rental Housing Awards Program. The winners included leading rental housing providers and suppliers.

CFAA thanks the many applicants, and judges, who made the CFAA Awards Program possible.

CFAA Awards Presentation

CFAA Awards Presentation: Part 1 – CFAA Chair update and Awards Introduction
CFAA Awards Presentation: Part 2 – Judging Criteria, and Employee Awards
CFAA Awards Presentation: Part 3 – Marketing, Rental Housing Provider, and Supplier Awards
CFAA Awards Presentation: Part 4 – Renovation and Rental Development Awards

Please join CFAA in congratulating this year’s CFAA Rental Housing Awards recipients:

Winner

The Westminster by Wesgroup Properties

“This overall campaign included separate campaigns crafted for key target markets, including pet owners, nearby hospital workers and people looking for a new apartment in the same locality. Creativity, innovation and precision were evident throughout, generating a strong ROI with a fast lease up.”

Finalists:

  • King’s Club by CAPREIT
  • Helio by Sifton Properties

Winner

#MyHollyburn by Hollyburn Properties Limited

“Using residents as its face, this campaign achieved human connection and authenticity, at a modest cost. Renter generated content then reached further into the greater community by the use of voting by the public on social media, far surpassing the average ROI.”

Finalists:

  • Deveraux Rebrand by Deveraux Apartment Communities
  • Westminster Social Media Campaign by Wesgroup Properties

Winner

Suite Turnover & Property Operations Software. COVID-19 Prevention Package by SuiteSpot Technology

“SuiteSpot’s COVID-19 Prevention Program is a comprehensive application for all those involved with multi-residential properties. It may potentially decrease liability and offers high cost saving. SuiteSpot conquered connectivity issues, and the program works on any device. The program has broad impact and great testimonials.”

Finalists:

  • ChatManaging by National Efficiency Systems
  • Contactless Parcel Lockers by Snaile

Winner

Seana Hall of CAPREIT

“Seana’s passion and commitment to her team at CAPREIT make her worthy of this award. She solves problems by thinking outside of the box and putting people first, and has made positive impacts across the country.”

Finalists:

  • Jonathan Bursey of Hollyburn Properties
  • Jordan Ali of Skyline Living

Winner

Khalil Parker of CAPREIT

“Despite being a newcomer to the industry, Khalil managed to achieve 100% occupancy at a struggling building, implemented a new incident reporting process which is now in pilot for company-wide adoption, and still found time to raise funds for a local community charity.”

Finalists:

  • Pam Vaughan of Skyline Living
  • Ethel Parsons of Starlight Investments

Winners

Andrew Arrica of Hollyburn Properties and

Ellen Gerow of Sifton Properties

“Andrew’s enthusiasm for his work and community is constant. He tackles difficult situations with grace and precision and is a true team player. He was instrumental in bringing the Certified Rental Building program to Hollyburn’s BC market and believes in the community, as shown in his involvement with various community organizations.”

“Ellen is positive and compassionate in her interactions with customers, team members and peers. She reduced rent arrears significantly and increased market annual rent increases. She increased customer satisfaction scores and employee engagement, and more than tripled the number of annual resident events, all while volunteering regularly in her community.”

Finalists:

  • Ljuba Milosevic of Skyline Living
  • Wendy Adams of Timbercreek Properties

Winner

Promontory Ridge Estates by MCC Legacy Trust

“MCC Legacy Trust delivered excellent value and results through their restoration and renovation. MCC’s focus on social responsibility, AND creating an income stream, led to a financially viable, creative and functional rehabilitation of an existing property for a community that greatly needs it.”

Finalists:

  • 2 Regal Road by Starlight Investments
  • 50 Burnhill Road by Starlight Investments

Winner

1475 Bloor Street by Starlight Investments

“Starlight Investments’ 1475 Bloor St. received a much-needed facelift! The renovations repositioned the property in the marketplace and increased curb appeal. The lobby and entry changes were practical, purposeful and aesthetically appealing, at a very reasonable cost.”

Finalists:

  • 7 Parker Street by Killam Apartment REIT
  • 2737 & 2757 Kipling Avenue by Starlight Investments

Winner

40 Weldon Street by Killam Apartment REIT

“At 40 Weldon Street, Killam balanced cost and changes impressively. The decisions about what to keep and what to change were smart, with finishes that have broad appeal. They kept their current client base in mind and appealed to future residents. The unit is now a more luxurious looking space.”

Finalists:

  • Forest Hill Residences by Hollyburn Properties Limited
  • Twin Lakes – 3781 Princess Avenue by Starlight Investments

Winner

Suites at Summerside by Skyline Living

“The Suites at Summerside are purpose built for their most likely occupants. This is accomplished with luxury finishes, convenient location, high ceilings, big windows, open concept spaces, and a separate but convenient amenity building. The design demonstrates environmental consciousness and efficient, functional spaces, fulfilling an unmet need in the community.”

Finalists:

  • Station Road Apartments by Colpitts Developments
  • Waterdale Walk II by Drewlo Holdings

Winner

CURVE at South Park by Southwest Properties

“CURVE celebrates the history of the area and the property. Based on community feedback and discussion, a custom-made clock was installed. The development demonstrates a commitment to conservation by targeting LEED gold certification, and sports well designed suites, with tasteful amenities, making for a lovely building.”

Finalists:

  • King’s Club by CAPREIT
  • The Westminster by Wesgroup Properties

Winner

Skyline Living

“Skyline Living’s Tenant Assistance Program provides financial assistance to residents if required, and in-house tenant advocacy services that assess tenants’ specific needs and provide direction, resources, and support. Skyline demonstrates the positive effects Housing Providers can have on individuals by helping those who need it most.”

Finalists:

  • CAPREIT
  • Drewlo Holdings

Winner

Shiplake Properties

“Shiplake Properties’ COVID-19 response program went above and beyond to help residents with rent, engage with virtual cooking shows and home fitness, and provide food gift cards and surprise food deliveries. During these challenging times, Shiplake demonstrates the good rental Housing Providers can do for residents & the community.”

Finalists:

  • Greenrock Real Estate Advisors
  • Sifton Properties

Winner

Wyse Meter Solutions

“The judging panel picked the WYSE entry as the Supplier Council Member of the Year because its project is a long-term initiative, working with many partners, that will improve standards of practice in the industry, AND reduce the environmental impacts of rental housing for many years to come.”

Finalist:

  • Storm Insurance Group