By embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into our strategy, policies, and practices, Colonnade BridgePort creates lasting value for the properties we manage and enhances long-term investment performance for our clients. This commitment ensures our business not only thrives today, but also contributes positively to the future of our communities.
Respect for each other and our planet begins with a solid foundation. That’s why we focus on the inside – fostering a culture of responsibility and integrity among our employees and within our operations. We do this by prioritizing the health, well-being, and equitable development of our team; as well as incorporating environmentally-friendly practices into our daily operations.
This foundation allows us to extend our positive impact outward, engaging with and supporting our broader communities in meaningful and sustainable ways.
With our inside out approach, we ensure that our ESG efforts are authentic, impactful, and enduring.
Our approach to ESG is rooted in harmony. We believe our relationship with the planet, our interactions with each other, and the ethics guiding our business conduct are interconnected. By nurturing these connections, we create a sustainable and thriving environment for everyone.
We are committed to enhancing the communities where we live, work, and play. We achieve this by supporting local charities, fostering a strong and inclusive environment for our CBPeople (our team), and building lasting relationships with our clients and investors.
Together, we make a positive impact.
Colonnade BridgePort is a proud member of the Canada Green Building Council, the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Canada, and Toronto Crew.
We also support our local BOMA associations and participate in the BOMA Ottawa Technology Committee, the Environment and Energy Committee, and Women@BOMA Committee.
The latest on sustainability at Colonnade BridgePort.
When essential equipment at our managed properties reaches the end of its lifecycle, CBP Management leads the team that undertakes its replacement. We guide owners through the analysis, selection and installation of new systems that align with project goals and budget; as well as prioritize environmental sustainability, reduce carbon emissions, and lower operating costs.
Congratulations to Director, Commercial Real Estate Lynn Heaston for receiving BOMA Canada’s Elaina Tattersdale Sustainability Champion Award. This special award is aimed to encourage those in the industry to improve the environmental footprint that commercial and institutional buildings have on our world. It acknowledges the outstanding efforts and achievements of the “unsung heroes” who are championing sustainability at any level within their organization and/or across the commercial real estate community.
CBP is pleased to be recognized in the 5-9 buildings category for building managers as part of the ENERGY STAR 10th Anniversary challenge.
Colonnade BridgePort, along with building-owner Fiera Real Estate, recently completed the replacement of the gas-powered HVAC system at 450 March Road with electric resistance heaters, virtually eliminating CO2 emissions and earning the Zero Carbon Building™ Certification from Canada Green Building Council.
With the HVAC system at 450 March Road reaching end-of-life, Fiera Real Estate and Colonnade BridgePort identified an opportunity to reduce the building’s carbon footprint, choosing to replace the two existing fossil gas-powered roof top units (RTUs) with electric resistance heaters, in an effort to dramatically reduce associated greenhouse gas emissions.
On behalf of institutional clients, Colonnade BridgePort is proud to have received globally recognized ENERGY STAR certification at six properties for their exceptional energy performance. The scores of these properties puts them in the top quartile of buildings in Canada for energy performance.