DRM Real Estate & Developments

08/10/2026

Labour Force Survey – July, 2026

Employment increased by 75,000 (+0.4%) in July and the employment rate rose 0.1 percentage points to 60.9%. The unemployment rate declined 0.1 percentage points to 6.4%.

Source: Statistics Canada

08/07/2026

Listed at $1,999,000 | 19,988 Sq. Ft. | 6231 Hazeldean Road

How can a compact site support meaningful rental development?

The surrounding location can do much of the heavy lifting. At 6231 Hazeldean Road, approximately 19,988 square feet is positioned near established neighbourhoods, daily services, commercial amenities and regional transportation connections. That context can support a focused rental project by placing future residents within an existing community rather than requiring the development to create one from the ground up. The opportunity lies in combining a manageable site with the broader convenience and visibility of an established west-Ottawa corridor.

08/05/2026

Some retail locations never go out of style

Buildings can be improved. Locations cannot. This Bank Street sale demonstrates why experienced buyers prioritize permanent advantages over temporary ones. Strong visibility, established commercial activity and everyday customer demand created an opportunity the market immediately recognized. Swipe through to see why.

08/05/2026

Ottawa Commercial Real Estate | 12-Month Market Trend
📊 August 2026 Update

Explore this month’s visual guide to the latest commercial real estate trends in Ottawa. Whether you’re looking for insights or need assistance, we’re here to help—reach out anytime! 📈

08/04/2026

Listed at $2,350,000 | 71 Acres | 7232 Franktown Rd

How Can a Property Create Value While the Long-Term Plan Develops?

Lasting value does not always begin with an immediate development plan. It can begin with controlling an asset that remains useful while future decisions take shape. Here, approximately 71 acres, 755 feet of frontage, multiple rural improvements and diversified reported income are assembled within a few kilometres of Richmond. That combination gives a patient owner something vacant land cannot provide: present utility and carrying support. The strategic advantage is not certainty about one future outcome; it is the ability to wait without leaving the property economically inactive.

08/04/2026

The tone around Canadian commercial real estate appears to be changing, with more decision-makers moving from observation toward action.
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Canadian commercial real estate market shifts from wait-and-see to action Posted On Aug 04, 2026 Canadian commercial real estate is entering a new phase defined less by caution and more by decisive action, according to Avison Young's 2026 Canadian Mid-Year Outlook.The recently released survey, drawn...

07/30/2026

Ontario New Housing Construction Statistics – July, 2026

Check out the latest data on new housing construction across the province and in Ottawa. 🛠️
💬 Contact us today to discuss how these trends may impact your development plans.



Source: CMHC

07/29/2026

The right site changes how business runs

The strongest operational properties do not force a business to work around the site. They bring buildings, outdoor space and transportation access together in a way that keeps equipment organized, vehicles moving and regional markets within reach. Everything works better when the property works as one.

07/28/2026

Monthly Residential Rental Report – July, 2026

Asking rent for all property types in Canada was $2,033 in June, down 4.3% year-over-year, marking the 21st consecutive month of annual decline. However, on a monthly basis, rents were up 0.2% from May (the third consecutive monthly increase) on seasonal growth.

Source: Rentals.ca

07/27/2026

Can the Right Office Bring an Operation Together?

As a business develops, administration, meetings and daily coordination can become difficult to manage across home offices or temporary workspaces. A dedicated office brings those responsibilities into one consistent environment.

At 2590 Carp Road, approximately 1,937 square feet provides a standalone setting for focused work, team coordination and scheduled meetings. Positioned directly within the Carp Road commercial corridor, the property offers a practical place from which to organize a business whose customers, projects and daily responsibilities may extend well beyond the office.