Real context to own what’s next
Strategic clarity and powerful connections that drive smarter decisions.
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senior decision-makers
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owners, developers, investors
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C-level and V-level executives
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from financial institutions
Canada’s marquee commercial real estate conference
It’s the largest, most senior, and marked in every CRE leader’s calendar.
Leadership, capital, opportunities - all here.
"It's the Super Bowl of Canadian commercial real estate."
- Mark Goodman, Principal, Goodman Commercial
2800+ senior executives attend the forum every year to stay ahead of market shifts, industry trends, technologies, and investment strategies.
This is where Canada's real estate leaders set priorities, shape policy, and define what's next. If you're not in this room, you're missing out.
From sessions to networking, everything here is designed to deliver max ROI.
Critical intel, straight to the point.
The agenda curated in collaboration with our advisory council focuses on 20+ key topics, including:
- What is the outlook for Canada, the U.S. and global economies for 2026?
- The Canadian commercial real estate outlook
- Global capital flows: how does Canada stack up against other global markets?
- Predictions from the C-Suite: a look at the Canadian CRE industry in 2030
Meet the minds that move markets
2800+ senior-level attendees from Canada and beyond are all here. Attendees include:
- 1400+ building owners, and developers
- Private and institutional investors
- Portfolio and investment managers
- Brokers, lenders, appraisers, lawyers
- and other senior real estate executives
100+ influential voices take centre stage
The only event where you can hear from these many C-suite executives of the largest real estate institutions in North America.
This year's speaker roster includes:
- Nurit Altman, RBC Capital Markets
- Eric Plesman, Oxford Properties Group
- Ana Bailão, Build Canada Homes
- and more
The benchmark for industry networking
As Canada's largest commercial real estate gathering, networking is central to the forum. Networking is fast-paced and includes:
- Chairs' Reception
- Networking reception at the end of each day
- A range of networking lounges and exclusive meeting spaces
Strategic connections beyond the event
With 2800+ attendees, the opportunity for doing business is massive - but your time is limited.
Use the event app to identify key contacts, pre-schedule meetings, and arrive with a full calendar.
Keep conversations going before, during, and after the forum and turn interactions into business outcomes.
Thank you to our key 2025 sponsors!
Stay tuned for 2026 sponsors.
2025 expert speakers include:
Don't miss the Canadian Real Estate & Construction Week!
An entire week dedicated to cutting-edge insights, innovation, and connections in Canada's building and real estate ecosystem.
In addition to the Real Estate Forum, here are some other events happening during the week:
Global Property Market
Gain global connections and strategic insights into property development in tier-one countries, growing economies, and emerging markets worldwide.
When: December 1, 2026
Where: Fairmont Royal York
Registration: Add this conference to your forum registration for just $549.
Apartment Development & Affordable Housing Conference
Delve into the entire apartment development timeline, including financing, design, feasibility, operating costs, and operations.
When: December 1, 2026
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building
Registration: Add this conference to your forum registration for just $1099.
The Buildings Show
Get strategic insights, source the latest tech, and connect with key stakeholders in the building retrofit industry.
When: December 2-4, 2026
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North and South Building
Registration: Complimentary access to the forum attendees
Want to sponsor?
We've designed the sponsorship program to maximize your brand exposure at the event. Each sponsorship level offers a different set of value-added benefits.
Sponsorship packages can be customized to suit your needs. Tell us your business goals and we'll help you achieve them.
Recap the action from the 2025 event
"Real Estate Forum is the premier event of the year especially for anyone involved in the real estate investment sector."
- Sarah Esler, Managing Director, Head of Mortgages, AIMCo
"A must-attend event. Everyone you need to talk to is here."
- Mike Forshee, President, Glasslake Funding
"The forum gives the opportunity for new types of idea exchange. No limit to the value of these face-to-face interactions." - Ruth Fischer, President, Canada, Savills
"It's great to connect with new players, hear their ideas, learn a lot. It's something very worthwhile."
- Paula Gasparro, Vice President, Real Estate Finance, CMLS
Continuing education credits
By attending this forum, you will be eligible to receive professional development and education credits from a number of associations.
Nominate a rising star!
Do you have a colleague who is 35 years old or under and a rising star in the commercial real estate industry? Nominate them today for the Outstanding Young Leader award, presented by Informa Connect & Chicago Title Insurance Company Canada.
They could win registration to one of our major forums, and have the chance to be named Outstanding Young Leader at the Real Estate Forum in December.
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