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Edmonton Industrial Market Report Q3 2019

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By Rod Connop and Matthew Best

Since the federal election, Alberta's economic story continues to be about the energy sector and the challenges of getting the Province's natural resource to International markets. The Provincial government continues to advocate for the construction of pipelines to create jobs for Albertans and stimulate the economy.

  • Edmonton's current unemployment rate increased to 7.5% and is currently above the average of 5.7%.
  • With the overall vacancy rate at 7% landlords continue to be creative, offering discounted lease rates and various incentives to attract new tenants.
  • Tenant's are reviewing their renewal options 18 to 24 months prior to expiry in an effort to capitalize on current market vacancies.
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Edmonton Industrial Market Report Q3 2019

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Rod Connop | Colliers | Edmonton

Rod Connop

Executive Vice President, Industrial | Brokerage

Edmonton

+1 780 969 2994
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Rod Connop has been the leading producer within the industrial division of Colliers Edmonton office since 1996. His in-depth knowledge and professional guidance has provided tangible benefits to all clients; and, in turn, earned him an excellent reputation with all participants of the industrial real estate market. Rod’s strategic thinking and opinions are in demand as he participates in various presentations including an ongoing role as moderator at the Edmonton Real Estate Forum. 

​Rod has extensive experience in industrial transactions covering a wide spectrum and including simple lease and turnkey lease, design build, build-to-suit/leaseback, sale/leaseback, construction management, sale of land, sale of vacant building to end users and the sale of leased investment properties.

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Matthew Best | Colliers | Edmonton

Matthew Best

Vice President

Edmonton

+1 780 969 3036
+1 780 232 3033
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In 2003, Matthew started his commercial real estate career with Torode Realty (Edmonton) Ltd.  He achieved substantial success early in his real estate career, concluding several significant leasing and sales transactions of industrial properties and land. In 2007, Colliers International expanded their industrial division with the acquisition of Torode Realty (Edmonton) Ltd.

Matthew continues to achieve success at Colliers International.  Matthew’s clients benefit from his commercial banking background and his unique experience as a former investigator with the RCMP. His attention to detail is influenced by past investigative experiences of homicides, proceeds of crime, the illicit drug trade, money laundering, mortgage fraud and VIP Protective Services for dignitaries such as; the Prime Minister of Canada, Governor General of Canada, and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

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