LED Lighting: ESG and Cost Benefits for Commercial Real Estate
LED lighting has revolutionized the way spaces are lit, and within the context of commercial real estate, the benefits have many landlords opting for LED retrofits at their properties. In this article, we discuss how LED retrofits can support ESG objectives, as well as provide examples of the cost benefits achieved at two Colonnade BridgePort managed properties.
Hard Hats and Hard Work for Habitat
As part of our title sponsorship of Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa’s Women Build initiative – a fundraising program that gives women the chance to empower themselves and others by raising money and building homes for future Habitat families – 10 employee volunteers recently participated in a Women Build Day at Habitat’s newest development site – Kemptville Korners.
Greening Your Property: How Urban Gardening Can Enhance the Value and Sustainability of Commercial Buildings
Urban gardening is becoming increasingly popular with commercial and residential properties, and for good reason. Urban gardening provides numerous benefits to the property owner and tenants while promoting wellness, biodiversity, and eco-friendliness.
Energy-Smart Property Management: Implementing Energy Hunts to Maximize Savings
We recently had our operations and management teams complete the Energy Efficiency for Building Operators and Maintenance Staff (EEBO) certification program hosted by the Canadian Institute of Energy Training (CIET).
The BUZZ About Bees!
Urban beekeeping has been gaining popularity with landlords of both commercial and residential properties as a fun and engaging activity that supports ESG efforts and contributes to the health and well-being of local communities. If you have not yet explored the idea of “keeping bees” at your properties, here are three reasons why you may […]
Colonnade BridgePort Participating in Better Buildings Ottawa Program
According to City of Ottawa, existing buildings are the single biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the city. In 2020, industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings contributed 22 per cent of Ottawa’s greenhouse gas emissions; most from space heating. To meet the city’s target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2050, 95 per cent […]
Inspiring People and Enhancing Communities with Habitat for Humanity
Colonnade BridgePort recently participated in two Build Days with Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa at their Titus Landing development. Employees got their hands dirty parging, pouring concrete, installing appliances and bike racks, and completing other tasks. “If you think this group works hard in the office you should see them with a hammer and some […]
Colonnade BridgePort announces 2.6 Million sq.ft of its managed assets are now certified BOMA BEST®.
Colonnade BridgePort is proud to announce that 2.6 million sq.ft. of managed assets are now certified under the BOMA BEST® green building certification program.
The Bees are Buzzing at these 4 Ottawa Properties
Colonnade BridgePort and Fiera Real Estate demonstrate environmental leadership with the installation of more beehives atop properties in Ottawa. OTTAWA, July 15, 2021 – Colonnade BridgePort and Fiera Real Estate are proud to announce the latest expansion of their urban beekeeping initiative in Ottawa. Just last year, the companies introduced a first installment of urban beehives, […]
The Post-Pandemic Office Part 4: Reallocating Space to Accommodate the Workforce of the Future
With COVID-19 changing the workforce landscape, the meaning of employee engagement and productivity has been redefined for many organizations. The role of the office space in the business-continuity plan must evolve simultaneously. Across industries, studies show that organizations will continue to value the physical workspace as a tool that fosters good social connection, strengthens culture, […]