Case Study
Could Nations help unlock greater housing affordability?
It's no secret that housing affordability remains a major concern across Canada, and more acutely, in regions like the Lower Mainland.
5 min read
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Case studies, leadership interviews, and practitioner resources built as a living collection for the professionals shaping the next era of real estate in British Columbia.
Case Study
The Cowichan Decision: What It Means for Property Owners and the Real Estate Sector
The case, which spanned more than 11 years, is one of the most complex and lengthy trials in Canadian history.
2 min read
Interview
A Seven-Generation Vision for Economic Development
Ryan Daum of Tsawwassen First Nation discusses the Nation’s long-term approach to economic development, emphasizing community-centred partnerships, sustainability, and planning that benefits future generations.
Video Interview
Interview
Sustainable Growth Through a Seven-Generation Lens
Komal Shaikh of Tsawwassen First Nation explains the Nation’s seven-generation approach to growth, focusing on sustainable development, cultural stewardship, and long-term prosperity connected to the land and water.
Video Interview
Interview
Understanding Historical Context in First Nations Partnerships
Byron McDonald of the Indigenous Real Estate Association of Canada highlights the importance of understanding the unique historical context of each First Nation when approaching Indigenous partnerships and development opportunities.
Video Interview
Interview
Building Trust Through Long-Term Indigenous Partnerships
Tim Coldwell of Énska Advisors discusses the time, trust, and relationship-building required for successful partnerships with First Nations, emphasizing that meaningful economic reconciliation is demonstrated through genuine Indigenous equity participation in development projects.
Video Interview
Interview
Building Relationships Between First Nations and Municipalities
Urban planner Richard White reflects on the importance of building lasting, mutually beneficial working relationships between First Nations and municipalities, rooted in respect, collaboration, and shared needs.
Video Interview
Interview
Understanding Indigenous Values in Development
Emma Rose of the Indigenous Real Estate Association of Canada discusses the importance of developers educating themselves about the Nations they work with, understanding community values, and building meaningful relationships through research and engagement.
Video Interview
Case Study
Unpacking Inspire Jericho: Luxury Real Estate Development and First Nations in Vancouver
What happens when Indigenous nations own and develop prime real estate land in one of the world’s most expensive cities?
3 hr read
Case Study
Urban Aboriginal Community, Prince George
A 6.9-acre, multi-phased Indigenous community in Prince George with 176 housing units and 40 childcare spaces, developed in collaboration with the Aboriginal Housing Society of Prince George.
1 min read
Case Study
Ho'-kee-melh Kloshe Lum, Vancouver
An Indigenous-led mixed-use development on East Hastings with 80 shelter beds, 25 supportive units, 143 rental homes, and a multi-level day centre. The name means “To Gather, Good Spirits” in Chinook Jargon.
2 min read
Case Study
729 & 731 Station Avenue, Langford
A two-phase, mixed-use affordable housing development created to serve urban Indigenous families, elders/seniors, and singles in need of stable, affordable and high-quality housing.
2 min read
5 min read
Could Nations help unlock greater housing affordability?
It's no secret that housing affordability remains a major concern across Canada, and more acutely, in regions like the Lower Mainland.
Read Now→
2 min read
The Cowichan Decision: What It Means for Property Owners and the Real Estate Sector
The case, which spanned more than 11 years, is one of the most complex and lengthy trials in Canadian history.
Read Now→
Video Interview
A Seven-Generation Vision for Economic Development
Ryan Daum of Tsawwassen First Nation discusses the Nation’s long-term approach to economic development, emphasizing community-centred partnerships, sustainability, and planning that benefits future generations.
Read Now→
Video Interview
Sustainable Growth Through a Seven-Generation Lens
Komal Shaikh of Tsawwassen First Nation explains the Nation’s seven-generation approach to growth, focusing on sustainable development, cultural stewardship, and long-term prosperity connected to the land and water.
Read Now→
Video Interview
Understanding Historical Context in First Nations Partnerships
Byron McDonald of the Indigenous Real Estate Association of Canada highlights the importance of understanding the unique historical context of each First Nation when approaching Indigenous partnerships and development opportunities.
Read Now→
Video Interview
Building Trust Through Long-Term Indigenous Partnerships
Tim Coldwell of Énska Advisors discusses the time, trust, and relationship-building required for successful partnerships with First Nations, emphasizing that meaningful economic reconciliation is demonstrated through genuine Indigenous equity participation in development projects.
Read Now→
Video Interview
Building Relationships Between First Nations and Municipalities
Urban planner Richard White reflects on the importance of building lasting, mutually beneficial working relationships between First Nations and municipalities, rooted in respect, collaboration, and shared needs.
Read Now→
Video Interview
Understanding Indigenous Values in Development
Emma Rose of the Indigenous Real Estate Association of Canada discusses the importance of developers educating themselves about the Nations they work with, understanding community values, and building meaningful relationships through research and engagement.
Read Now→
3 hr read
Unpacking Inspire Jericho: Luxury Real Estate Development and First Nations in Vancouver
What happens when Indigenous nations own and develop prime real estate land in one of the world’s most expensive cities?
Read Now→
1 min read
Urban Aboriginal Community, Prince George
A 6.9-acre, multi-phased Indigenous community in Prince George with 176 housing units and 40 childcare spaces, developed in collaboration with the Aboriginal Housing Society of Prince George.
Read Now→
2 min read
Ho'-kee-melh Kloshe Lum, Vancouver
An Indigenous-led mixed-use development on East Hastings with 80 shelter beds, 25 supportive units, 143 rental homes, and a multi-level day centre. The name means “To Gather, Good Spirits” in Chinook Jargon.
Read Now→
2 min read
729 & 731 Station Avenue, Langford
A two-phase, mixed-use affordable housing development created to serve urban Indigenous families, elders/seniors, and singles in need of stable, affordable and high-quality housing.
Read Now→