Yes, foreign investors can buy commercial real estate in Canada. However, you must pass a federal review under the Investment Canada Act (ICA) if your investment exceeds updated 2026 thresholds, and you face additional tax, ownership, and lease enforceability rules. In 2026, the ICA net benefit review threshold for WTO investor acquisitions jumped to CAD $2.2 billion (up from $1.4B in 2025), while state-owned enterprise (SOE) reviews remained at CAD $1.1 billion. At David Gha

The Montreal commercial real estate market is entering 2026 in a more stable and realistic phase compared to the volatility seen in the past few years. After a long stretch of uncertainty caused by high interest rates, inflation pressure, and major shifts in workplace behavior due to remote and hybrid work, the market is finally showing signs of balance. But this recovery is not dramatic or speculative. It is gradual, controlled, and more disciplined. And in real estate, thes

Signing a commercial lease is often one of the most important legal and financial decisions a business will make. Whether you are leasing office space, retail premises, industrial property, or evaluating a commercial property for lease, the terms of your lease can have a significant impact on your business operations, profitability, and future growth. Many business owners focus primarily on rent and location. However, a commercial lease typically includes complex provisions r