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03/28/2024

We are proud to announce that once again First Capital has earned a spot on The Globe and Mail Women Lead Here list for 2024!

Approximately 500 publicly traded companies in Canada were evaluated with regard to female representation in leadership, as well as their implemented tangible and organizational progress related to executive gender parity.

First Capital is one of only 97 selected to earn the Women Lead Here award for 2024.

It’s an honor to be recognized for our female leadership, and as a great place for women to work.

To read the full 2024 Women Lead Here list, visit: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/rob-magazine/article-women-lead-here-corporate-canada-female-leadership-ranked/

Hundreds of publicly traded companies in Canada with annual revenues greater than $50 million were evaluated on their executive teams

03/27/2024

First Capital has won a CoStar Impact Award for Lease of the Year!

The awards recognize outstanding commercial real estate transactions and projects completed in 2023 that have had a significant impact on neighbourhoods or submarkets across 128 major markets in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

The annual CoStar Impact Awards celebrate commercial real estate practitioners who have brought leadership, innovation, and professionalism to their markets by highlighting commendable transactions and projects.

We received this award for the Altea AVANT lease completed at One Bloor East. The lease spans 31,000 square feet, most of which is the upper level of the former Nordstrom Rack that closed in May 2023. This innovative concept in luxury fitness and wellness will anchor the iconic Toronto intersection of Yonge and Bloor.

We are committed to enhancing our neighbourhood portfolio with best-in-class brands and operators, and Altea certainly aligns with this strategy. Congratulations to Eric Sherman and the rest of our Yorkville leasing, operations, and construction teams involved with this transaction.

Read the full story here:

Lease of the Year for Toronto

02/29/2024

In honour of Black History Month, we dedicated our latest Tenant Spotlight to FRAP, a Francophone Settlement Agency based in our Northgate Centre property in Edmonton, Alberta.

FRAP, which stands for Francophonie Albertaine Plurielle, specializes in welcoming Francophone newcomers to Canada, specifically Alberta. The agency’s goal is to help Francophone immigrants feel at home and integrated throughout their journey of settling in Canada. During Black History Month, FRAP organized various events and initiatives across Alberta to highlight the importance of education and awareness of Black History. Currently serving over 300 people/clients and counting, it’s no surprise that FRAP’s work continues to have a positive impact on Francophone families and the local community.

Click here https://lnkd.in/gfhgxCTA to read our full Tenant Spotlight blog with FRAP!

02/01/2024

We kicked off the new year by welcoming a series of new tenants to our properties. Here are a few of our tenant openings from January.

Jin Lian
📍Charwell Shopping Centre, Toronto

Simona
📍Bayside Village, Toronto

Freshii
freshii
📍3080 Yonge, Toronto

Sentaler
Sentaler
📍 Yorkville Village, Toronto

Chatime
Chatime Canada 日出茶太
📍Cliffcrest, Toronto

Ardene
Ardene
📍Cedarbrae Mall, Scarborough

Fit4Less
Fit4Less Canada
📍Fairview Mall, St. Catherines

1855 Steakhouse
📍Carré Lucerne, Mont Royal

Añejo Restaurant
Añejo Restaurant
📍Edmonton Brewery District

Welcome to First Capital!

To learn more about our properties and new tenants, visit: https://fcr.ca/properties/

01/24/2024

At First Capital, we take pride in owning, operating, and developing grocery-anchored, open-air centers located in neighbourhoods with the strongest demographics in Canada. With over 200 properties spread throughout the country, our primary goal is to create a fully integrated tenant mix that caters to the needs of the surrounding communities.

By having properties anchored by essential retailers like grocery stores, we provide people with a convenient and one-stop solution to accomplish their errands. Our well-located centers save people time and effort, making their daily lives easier.

Become a part of one of our grocery-anchored centres. Find a prime location for your business by visiting: https://fcr.ca/properties/?region=all&market=all&future_developments=false&space_min=0&space_max=30000&usage=%5B%5D

01/19/2024

Located in the east end of Barrhaven, Strandherd Crossing is the largest retail center in this affluent family neighbourhood. It is conveniently situated near Ottawa's airport and downtown core, making it a central location that attracts residents from surrounding areas.

Anchored by Metro, Goodlife Fitness, and Shoppers Drug Mart, and home to other notable local and national retailers, these diverse offerings provide the perfect shopping destination for its over 122,000 residents.

Strandherd Crossing makes your everyday errands convenient.

Learn more about Strandherd Crossing here: https://fcr.ca/properties/ontario/ottawa/strandherd-crossing-2/

01/18/2024

Throwback to all the Fun Holiday events we hosted at a few of our properties across the portfolio. 🎄 ❄️

This past December, our employees were spreading holiday cheer at our properties in the form of decorations, activations and promotions. Thank you to our operations staff who worked hard to make the season merry for our tenants and our patrons. Across the portfolio from Vancouver to Montreal, there was no shortage of activities and fun... Check out the holiday programming!

01/11/2024

Dancing Through the Years: The Greta Leeming Studio of Dance

From a historical hub for dance enthusiasts to a thriving community under Tami-Lynn's leadership, this blog takes you behind the scenes. Learn about the studio's rich legacy, Tami-Lynn's path to ownership, and the dedication of the expert staff. Learn about Greta Leeming's success in training dancers for Broadway and movie sets. With a focus on life skills, this studio offers 130 weekly classes, fostering lifelong friendships. Explore the impact of dance on the community, especially during post-COVID times. Join the dance revolution at Loblaws Plaza – where every age is welcome. Read the full story here: https://fcr.ca/greta-leeming-dance-studio/

01/10/2024

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01/05/2024

We are pleased to welcome Simona to Bayside Village! Simona will be opening on Monday, January 8th.

This brand-new Mediterranean-Italian Restaurant features a gorgeous and colourful interior, delicious eats, and specially crafted drinks with a waterfront view!

Learn more about Bayside Village and available leasing opportunities here: https://fcr.ca/properties/ontario/toronto/bayside-village/

01/03/2024

Welcome to Thickson Place!

This open-air shopping centre is anchored by Metro, Dollarama, and an LCBO, offering a dynamic mix of national and local tenants. With a modern and attractive façade, Thickson Place is a highly visible, must-visit destination in the area. With over 147,000 residents and an average household income of over $115,000 within a 5km radius, Thickson Place is a go-to destination for all your daily needs and conveniences.

Additionally, Thickson Place is located across from our Whitby Mall property, making the combination of these centres a great synergy of tenants catering to the surrounding neighbourhood.

Learn more about Thickson Place by visiting: https://fcr.ca/properties/ontario/ajax-pickering-whitby/thickson-place-2/