The 14th Annual NAIOP GTA Development Challenge is underway!
NAIOP GTA is pleased to announce The South Hangars, developed by Northcrest and Hines, as the Lead Sponsor of our 2025 Development Challenge.
The South Hangars are located in the Hangar District—the first district of the Northcrest-led YZD, the 370-acre former Downsview Airport lands.
The NAIOP GTA Development Challenge allows rising stars in commercial real estate to demonstrate their talent and skills to senior industry members and other industry judges through a written case study and an in-person finals presentation.
The Development Challenge is Toronto’s leading opportunity to gain experience in development outside of the workplace. This year’s challenge will include a series of education sessions, to be announced in the coming weeks, to help participants develop expertise and provide guidance for teams to participate without prior development experience.
This high-profile event provides Students and Developing Leaders with valuable experience, industry exposure, and the chance to expand their professional networks.
This marquee developing leaders event will include a Live Finals Event in the fall, where finalists will present their proposals live in front of a panel of expert judges, NAIOP members and industry colleagues and mentors.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three teams!
To view more information on the challenge and past winners, please visit our website here.
If you have any questions regarding the Development Challenge, please contact Jaron Kaller or Nicole Iacoucci.
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IMPORTANT DATES
Interested in being a sponsor of this year's NAIOP Development Challenge, please email events@torontonaiop.org.
Roserock Place- 22nd Floor (121 King Street West Toronto, Ontario M5H 3X7)
Start your morning of August 20th with an insightful discussion on Environmental Remediation, examined through critical industry lenses including ownership, development, policy, ESG and legal frameworks.
This panel will feature experienced professionals who bring decades of expertise and firsthand insight into the complexities and opportunities of environmental remediation:
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Learn more about the speakers here.
Enjoy a light breakfast and networking opportunities before the panel begins.
Space is limited! Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and engage with leaders in the field. Secure your spot today!
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: Cancellations with a request for a refund must be in writing and received via email by Wednesday, August 13th, 2025. Refunds are not available after this date; however, registrations can be transferred.
NO-SHOW POLICY: If you have registered to attend in-person and do not attend, you will be charged $25.00 if you do not provide notice in terms with our Cancellation Policy.
Join the NAIOP GTA Programs Committee on Monday, September 8, at the Arcadian Court for our Q3 Breakfast Series Event, Where Do We Flow From Here? Discussing The Impacts Of Trade And Tariffs On Global CRE—held in conjunction with the opening of the CRE.Converge.
This exclusive breakfast event will bring together real estate professionals from across North America for a morning of connection, insights, and timely conversation.
Our panel of experienced real estate executives will share their insights on how ongoing global trade challenges are impacting their investment strategies domestically and abroad, offering views that cover all the major asset classes from both an equity and debt perspective. The session will be preceded by a market overview by Carl Gomez, Chief Economist & Head of Market Analytics, Canada, CoStar Group.
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Date: Monday, September 8, 2025
Where: Arcadian Court, 8th Floor of Simpson Tower, 401 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5H 2Y4
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Industrial, office, mixed-use, multifamily. Networking, education, project tours and special events. It all converges at NAIOP’s fall conference!
NAIOP’s flagship conference is being held in Toronto, Sept. 8-10, and it’s our chance to showcase our world-class city to the entire North American commercial real estate community.
Join industry leaders from across Canada, the U.S. and Mexico to explore high-level trends, share insights across sectors, and strengthen cross-border connections—all while highlighting Toronto’s dynamic market and vibrant culture.
NAIOP’s Canadian chapters receive exclusive discounted pricing.
Register today to be in the room where the future of commercial real estate takes shape.
Visit the CRE.Converge event website for all details, including a detailed agenda, keynote speakers, sponsorship opportunities and registration!
Join Us for a Blue Jays Game & Networking Event!
Mark your calendars to join fellow NAIOP GTA Bubble Leaders and Participants for an exciting evening at the Rogers Centre as we cheer on the Toronto Blue Jays against the Boston Red Sox!
We'll be gathering on the WestJet Flight Deck—a fantastic spot to enjoy the game and connect with industry peers in a relaxed, energetic setting.
Whether you're sharing business insights over ballpark snacks or making new connections during the seventh-inning stretch, this event is a home run for networking and fun.
Date: Thursday, September 25th
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Rogers Centre
Ticket Cost: $25.00
Individual digital tickets will be sent in advance of the event to your email included in the registration.
Please note this event is reserved to Bubble Program participants only. Registration only includes ticket.
NAIOP Greater Toronto Chapter Office: +1 (866) 840-2775 E-mail: info@torontonaiop.org
Address:40 Eglinton Ave. E., Suite 200Toronto, ONM4P 3A2
