The CEO Perspective
The CEO Perspective is a series by Michael Brooks, CEO of REALPAC, on the economic and policy issues affecting Canada’s commercial real estate sector. Grounded in REALPAC’s role as the national leadership association for the industry, Michael provides an executive-level analysis of current market conditions, federal and provincial policy decisions, and the structural factors influencing investment and development across the country.
Recent Posts:
- Spring Economic Statement: Industry Priorities
- Decarbonizing Commercial Buildings at Scale: The Path Forward
- Federal Guardrails: Re-Assessing the Ability of Governments to Help
- Re-Assessing the Housing Problem
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About the Author:
Michael is the Chief Executive Officer at REALPAC, with overall responsibility for the success of the organization and the industry, including events, government relations, research, standards and best practice, and education. Michael was formerly a commercial real estate lawyer and partner, and the real estate practice group leader, at a major Canadian law firm.