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Cision Canada
23-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Celebrating Excellence in Commercial Real Estate at the 23rd Annual REX Awards
TORONTO, June 23, 2025 /CNW/ - The NAIOP Greater Toronto Chapter proudly hosted the 23rd Annual Real Estate Excellence (REX) Awards on June 19 at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto. The gala presented in partnership with Mantella Corporation, brought together top professionals and organizations to celebrate outstanding achievements in commercial real estate. Recognized as the premier event in Greater Toronto's commercial real estate calendar, the REX Awards celebrate visionary developments, transformative deals, and the individuals behind them. Each year, NAIOP Greater Toronto honours excellence, leadership, and innovation that are driving the industry forward. "This year's award winners represent the very best in creativity, commitment, and impact," said Aleks Karamarkovic, NAIOP Greater Toronto Chapter Board Member and Chair of the REX Awards Committee. "As my second year serving as Chair, the honour of being part of this event only grows. We are proud to recognize these achievements that not only shape our skyline but also enrich our communities." Award winners were selected by a panel of respected industry judges who evaluated submissions based on criteria such as innovation, sustainability, community impact, and overall quality. Project: Flex Office Conversion at 10 Carlson Court Investment Deal of the Year: Project: The Hangar District at YZD Team: Northcrest Developments, Hines, CBRE Limited Development of the Year: Project: 160 Front Street West Team: Cadillac Fairview, Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, B+H Architects, PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Impact Award: Project: Elm-Ledbury by Fitzrovia Team: Fitzrovia Asset Class Awards Office Lease of the Year: Project: Flex Office Conversion at 10 Carlson Court Team: Crown Realty Partners, Colliers International Canada, Gay Lea Foods Industrial Lease of the Year: Project: Chocolate Factory – Granite Telephone City Logistics Centre Team: Granite REIT, Jones Lang LaSalle Retail Lease of the Year: Project: Equinox King West at West House Team: Hines, Equinox, CBRE Limited, Urban Reform Realty Office Investment Deal of the Year: Project: UHN - 522 University Avenue Team: University Health Network, iA Financial Group, Canderel, Colliers International Industrial Investment Deal of the Year: Project: Canadian Tire Brampton Distribution Centre Team: Colliers National Investment Services, Canadian Tire Real Estate Limited (CTREL) & Prologis Canada Multi-Family Investment Deal of the Year: Project: The Hangar District at YZD Team: Northcrest Developments, Hines, CBRE Limited Office Development of the Year: Project: 160 Front Street West Team: Cadillac Fairview, Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, B+H Architects, PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Industrial Development of the Year: Project: MDA Space Global Headquarters & Space Robotics Centre of Excellence Team: Kaneff Group Multi-Residential Development of the Year: Project: 115 Larchmount Team: Hullmark, Superkul, First National, RBC Individual Awards NAIOP GTA also recognized outstanding individuals for their exceptional leadership and contributions: Toni Rossi, Corporate Director, Dexterra & Allied Properties REIT Adrian Rocca, Founder and CEO, Fitzrovia Chapter Volunteers of the Year: (This year, two individuals were honoured with this award in recognition of their outstanding dedication and impact.) Jenny Daly, Vice President, Investments. Oxford Properties Robert Brazzell, Managing Director, Ontario Property Tax Services, Colliers Developing Leader of the Year: Hilary Salter, Associate, Acquisitions, LaSalle Investment Management The evening wasn't just about celebrating excellence in CRE—it also made space for giving back. NAIOP Greater Toronto announced its annual donation to a charitable cause, continuing a legacy of community support with nearly 1 million contributed since the awards' inception. In support of the broader community, NAIOP Greater Toronto Chapter also made two 10-thousand-dollar donations to this year's charitable beneficiaries selected by the recipient of the Real Estate Community Service Award: the Michael Garron Hospital and Toronto Public Library. Thank you to all who were involved in the planning and execution of the event and to our event sponsors who made it possible. We are already looking forward to next year! For a complete list of the 2025 REX Award winners and more information about the event, please visit the NAIOP Greater Toronto Chapter website. About the NAIOP Greater Toronto Chapter: NAIOP Greater Toronto is the leading association for developers, owners, and investors in office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use real estate. Dedicated to professional growth and advocacy, the Chapter provides top-tier networking opportunities, educational programs, and legislative representation for its members and the broader industry.
Mint
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Indian tourists perform garba at Burj Khalifa; netizens say ‘TMKOC team reached' but ask ‘Daya bhabhi kidhar hai'
A group of Indian tourists were grooving to the traditional Garba to the Bollywood song "Chogada" from the 2018 film Loveyatri on the viewing deck of the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa in a viral video. The tourists, dressed in matching yellow outfits, performed Garba steps, drawing both admiration and outrage. While some praised the cultural expression, others expressed concerns about the appropriateness of such behavior in a public, international tourist space. Dubai-based content creator The Walking Lens posted it on Instagram. The caption attached to the video stated, 'A viral video shows tourists dancing to the Chogada song on top of the iconic Burj Khalifa! Would you dance there with your gang." One of the users said, 'TMKOC team reached.' Another said, 'Stop embarrassing the rest of us', 'Why is this glorified? We must learn to respect the sanctity of public places,' wrote a third user. The fourth asked, 'Daya bhabhi kidhar hai". Some were outraged over 'civic sense' as an internet user commented, 'Civic sense is a scarce resource.' 'Har jagah naachna nahi hota', 'TMKOC ghol ke pee liya'. 'Perfect example of 'Money can't buy class', "Common sense is not common these days," 'Civic sense?? RIP, 'Gokuldham society' were some other remarks made. The Burj Khalifa, officially inaugurated in 2010, is a globally recognised architectural marvel and currently holds the title of the tallest building in the world, soaring to an impressive height of 828 metres (2,717 feet). Located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the iconic skyscraper exemplifies cutting-edge engineering and innovative modern design. Designed by the architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), with Adrian Smith as the chief architect, the Burj Khalifa features a distinctive triple-lobed footprint inspired by the Hymenocallis flower. The structure is composed of reinforced concrete, steel, and glass, and includes a central core with wings arranged in a Y-shaped pattern to provide stability against high winds and seismic forces.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Yahoo
Columbus men sentenced for violent human trafficking, murder
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Two Ohio men were sentenced to life in prison Friday for operating a violent human trafficking ring in south Columbus and murdering a 39-year-old, Attorney General Dave Yost announced. James Antwan Dukes-Johnson, 29, and Michael Anthony Davis, 22, were convicted on May 8 of multiple felony charges including aggravated murder and human trafficking. The pair were sentenced Friday, with Dukes-Johnson eligible for parole after 96 years and Davis eligible for parole after 81. According to investigators, Duke-Johnson and Davis forced women into prostitution, then used the money to buy drugs. The pair are among a larger group of six conspirators, who are also found responsible for the fatal shooting of Adrian Smith, 39, two years ago. The four other participants all pleaded guilty previously. Columbus resident Tyler Leianne Payne, 31, has been sentenced to two years of community control for permitting drug abuse and receiving money involved in a crime. The other three parties are waiting to be sentenced: Sarah Rose Dotson, 34, of Columbus pleaded guilty to engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity, compelling prostitution, trafficking cocaine and owning weapons under disability. Shahee Siler, 39, of Columbus pleaded guilty to promoting prostitution and involuntary manslaughter. Alexias Monay Lashel Carr-Johnson, 30, of Marysville pleaded guilty to permitting drug abuse and receiving money involved in a crime. The group is accused of shooting Smith on the 1900 block of Lockbourne Road on May 31, 2023. Police said Smith was standing in a parking lot when several people in a passing vehicle shot him and another victim, a 31-year-old who survived after being transported to an area hospital. See previous coverage in the video player above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
India.com
04-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
World's tallest tower, taller than Dubai's Burj Khalifa will be built in...., to be completed by..., it will have hospitals, offices, schools and...
In the hot deserts of Saudi Arabia, a giant building is rising that could soon become the tallest in the world. This amazing structure, called the Jeddah Economic Company (JEC) Tower, earlier known as the Kingdom Tower, will reach more than 3,280 feet into the sky. It is being built in Jeddah and is part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. This tower is more than just a tall building, it is a symbol of Saudi Arabia's big dreams. Leading the project is Prince Al Waleed bin Talal Al Saud, who wants this tower to be a proud sign of what the country can achieve. Who is designing it? The tower is being designed by two famous architects, Adrian Smith and Gordon Gill. Adrian Smith also designed the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which is currently the tallest building in the world at 2,716 feet. But now, with the JEC Tower, he plans to beat that record. The two architects are using the latest technology and eco-friendly methods to make sure the tower is not only strong and tall but also good for the environment. Their vision is to build something that's not just impressive to look at, but also smart and sustainable. How the world's tallest tower is being built?
BBC News
03-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Lottery funding to help reopen bridge in Telford Town Park
Parts of a town park, which were off-limits to visitors after a wooden bridge fell into disrepair, will be opened up again after a successful bid for lottery Friends of Telford Town Park said the £10,400 would help pay for a replacement for the Crannog bridge, which was built in the said there would be new concrete plinths to support the 7m (23ft) steel and plastic replacement, which will be delivered Smith, chair of the Friends group, said: "It is something the Friends have wanted to do but did not have the funds, and needed to employ professional services to complete." The project to replace the bridge will cost £14,800, with the remaining funding coming from Telford and Wrekin Council and the Friends group word Crannog is a Celtic word meaning "man-made island" and it refers to an area of the town park where visitors can study Friends helped to fund the original bridge. Mr Smith said the replacement work was "part of a wider major project by the Friends to renovate the whole of the Crannog and Grange Pool area".The project has been ongoing for a number of months and also includes the clearing of pathways around Grange Pool, the installation of new benches and tables, and the creation of a bird feeding area and have also been improvements to a nearby car parking area, the creation of butterfly feeding stations and bird boxes around the area and the planting of new bushes and trees. Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
