Garry Marr

Toronto

Commercial Real Estate Reporter at CoStar

Journalist covering commercial real estate for CoStar News. Rabid Sabres fan, avid cyclist, father. Contact me at [email protected]. Formerly @financialpost.

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Multifamily REIT traded on Toronto exchange sells Oklahoma City apartment complex

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

BSR Real Estate Investment Trust, a company listed on a Canadian stock exchange, says it sold an apartment complex in Oklahoma City for as the REIT focuses on its strategy of expanding in Texas. Watch the video to learn how you can access industry leading CRE news and the data analytics you need to drive success. This news story is available exclusively to CoStar subscribers. Sign Up For a Demo To Learn More. Explore CoStarAlready A Subscriber? Sign InHave feedback or questions?
Canadian vegetarian fast food chain halts US expansion in trade war

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

Canadian vegetarian fast food restaurant Odd Burger is halting its expansion plans south of the border because of its home country's escalating tensions with the United States. The London, Ontario-based meatless and dairy-free chain said earlier this month it planned a $2 million private placement to support its planned expansion in the United States after having eyed the American market for quite some time.
Canadian vegetarian fast food chain slams brakes on American expansion amid trade war

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

Canadian vegetarian fast food restaurant Odd Burger is halting its expansion plans south of the border because of its home country's escalating tensions with the United States. The London, Ontario-based meatless and dairy-free chain said this month it planned a $2 million private placement to support its planned expansion in the United States after having eyed the American market for quite some time.
Canadian federal election next month to involve debate over real estate, taxation issues

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

Canadians are set to go to the polls on April 28 as Prime Minister Mark Carney, a former chairman of major real estate investor Brookfield Asset Management, looks to lead the Liberal Party to a fourth victory in an election expected to include debate over property and taxation issues.
Canadian federal election next month to include debate over real estate, taxation issues

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

Canadians are set to go to the polls on April 28 as Prime Minister Mark Carney, a former chairman of major real estate investor Brookfield Asset Management, looks to lead the Liberal Party to a fourth victory in an election expected to include debate over property and taxation issues.
Real estate holdings weigh down Ontario Teachers' performance

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan says it achieved solid financial growth in 2024, but its real estate holdings played a role in one the country's largest pension funds missing its benchmark return rate. Watch the video to learn how you can access industry leading CRE news and the data analytics you need to drive success. This news story is available exclusively to CoStar subscribers. Sign Up For a Demo To Learn More. Explore CoStarAlready A Subscriber? Sign InHave feedback or questions?
RioCan confident it could backfill Hudson's Bay spaces if necessary

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust says it's disappointed Hudson's Bay Co. plans to liquidate its business, but Canada's oldest REIT is prepared to take legal action against the retailer if needed to protect the investments. Watch the video to learn how you can access industry leading CRE news and the data analytics you need to drive success. This news story is available exclusively to CoStar subscribers. Sign Up For a Demo To Learn More. Explore CoStarAlready A Subscriber?
Toronto's Slate Asset Management continues to expand in Europe

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

Toronto-based Slate Asset Management is increasing its presence in Germany with a deal to buy 45 retail properties as it further shifts its investment focus to essential properties such as grocery stores. Watch the video to learn how you can access industry leading CRE news and the data analytics you need to drive success. This news story is available exclusively to CoStar subscribers. Sign Up For a Demo To Learn More. Explore CoStarAlready A Subscriber? Sign InHave feedback or questions?
Crestpoint hires new head of investments as company raises capital

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

Crestpoint Real Estate Investments has appointed an industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience to lead its investment activity as the company seeks new opportunities. The Toronto-based real estate debt and equity management firm said it appointed Scott Antoniak as its new executive vice president and head of Investments. During his career, Antoniak has been involved in deal origination, underwriting and transaction execution and has overseen significant portfolio growth and expansion.
Bank of Canada lowers policy rate amid mounting tariff worries

1 month ago | costar.com | Garry Marr

The Bank of Canada lowered rates for the second time this year as concerns continue to grow among commercial real estate professionals and others about the potential impact of U.S.-imposed tariffs on Canada's economy. With the move, Canada's central bank lowered the overnight rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%. The trend-setting policy rate immediately impacts short-term borrowers with loans tied to prime lending rates.