About this Event
BUILDING AND FINANCING MULTIPLEXES IN MONTRÉAL: WHAT WORKS IN 2026?
Montréal’s residential development landscape is changing. With zoning rules, construction costs, access to financing and project profitability all influencing outcomes, how do you turn a promising idea into a viable project?
On November 19, Unpacking Multiplexes comes to Montréal featuring Mathieu Laberge, Chief Economist and Senior Vice-President, Housing Insights at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). His participation is an opportunity to hear from one of Canada's leading voices on housing economics.
FEATURED GUEST: MATHIEU LABERGE, CMHC CHIEF ECONOMIST
Mathieu Laberge will be joining us to share his expertise on the economic forces and housing-market outlook shaping the industry. For developers, investors and real estate professionals, this is an opportunity to connect project-level decisions with the bigger picture for housing in Québec and across Canada.
The evening will feature practical discussions and networking focused on plex developments and small multi-unit residential projects. Hosted by Daniel Foch and Nick Hill of the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast, the event brings together real estate professionals to explore the decisions that matter before acquiring a property, securing financing or starting construction.
WHAT WE’LL EXPLORE
- Zoning and development potential: understand the opportunities and constraints that can shape a Montréal project.
- Financing and project economics: explore costs, capital structures, risks and the conditions needed for a viable development.
- Design and construction: discuss project planning, execution challenges and the decisions that affect budgets and timelines.
- Professional networking: connect with developers, investors, architects, builders, lenders and other active participants in the market.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Real estate investors, plex owners, developers, builders, architects, planners, brokers, lenders and professionals interested in residential development opportunities across Greater Montréal.
Whether you are considering your first project or advising clients on existing ones, the evening is designed to help you ask better questions and build useful professional connections.
WHY ATTEND?
No conference can replace project-specific due diligence. This event will help you pressure-test assumptions, learn from professionals working on these challenges and connect with people who may help move your next project forward.
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:15 PM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PM
Financing Discussion
Info: Financing is the first step in determining what kind of project you will be able to develop. Hear directly from the top experts in the space on how to approach lending, what are the biggest hurdles, and how can you set yourself up best for success.
🕑: 07:15 PM - 08:00 PM
Execution Discussion
Info: Now that you have your financing in place what are the steps to actually complete a project? Hear from builders, developers, and realtors who have done hundreds of these projects.
🕑: 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Networking Mixer
Info: A signature component of all of our events. You've heard from the experts, now get a chance to talk directly with them and discuss how they can help you succeed with your projects.
Event venue & nearby stays
Grande Bibliothèque - BAnQ, 475 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Est, Montréal, Canada
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