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Toronto Under Construction

Toronto Under Construction
Toronto Real Estate
Toronto
Construction Costs
Financing
Real Estate Development
Real Estate
Housing Policy
Interest Rates
Affordable Housing
GTA
New Home Sales
Land Development
Greater Toronto Area
Rental Development
Mortgages
Market Trends
Placemaking
Condo Market
Receiverships
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Welcome to Toronto Under Construction, a residential real estate podcast hosted by Bullpen Consulting’s Ben Myers. This monthly podcast will dive into the nitty-gritty of Toronto Real Estate, with a specific focus on housing policy and economics. @BenMyers29

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In Episode 101, Ben uses a series of provocative tweets as the jumping off point for a wide ranging conversation on immigration, millennials leaving the GTA, the growing divide between an owner class and a tenant class, declining fertility and what i... more

In Episode 100 of Toronto Under Construction, Ben is joined by Gus Stavropoulos of Tribute Communities, Stuart Wilson of Alterra and Amanda Ireland of Osmington Gerofsky Development Corp for a developer focused check-in on where the market actually s... more

In episode 99 of Toronto Under Construction, Ben is joined by Daniel Fama from GWL Realty Advisors, Adam Molson from The Daniels Corporation and Jason Shedletsky from Graywood Developments to unpack how purpose-built rental is reshaping the market. F... more

In Episode 98 of Toronto Under Construction, Ben goes solo with an unfiltered look at the state of the housing market. From shrinking unit sizes to investor pullback, shifting developer strategies, and the media’s misrepresentation of the industry, B... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Lombardi
Ontario Liberal Party leadership candidate and housing advocate
Ontario Liberal Party; More Neighbours Toronto; Build Toronto
Episode: Episode 101 - Toronto Under Construction with Matt from Toronto Standard, Eric Lombardi, Liberal Party candidate, and Zoe Coombes of the Neptis Foundation
Zoë Coombes
Executive at Neptis Foundation
Neptis Foundation
Episode: Episode 101 - Toronto Under Construction with Matt from Toronto Standard, Eric Lombardi, Liberal Party candidate, and Zoe Coombes of the Neptis Foundation
Matt Spoke
Partner at Toronto Standard; host of Hogtown podcast
Toronto Standard; Hogtown
Episode: Episode 101 - Toronto Under Construction with Matt from Toronto Standard, Eric Lombardi, Liberal Party candidate, and Zoe Coombes of the Neptis Foundation
Stuart Wilson
President at Alterra Developments
Alterra Developments
Episode: Episode 100 - Toronto Under Construction with Gus Stavropoulos of Tribute Communities, Stuart Wilson of Alterra and Amanda Ireland of Osmington Gerofsky Development Corp
Amanda Ireland
Senior Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Leasing at Osmington Gerofsky Development Corp
Osmington Gerofsky Development Corp
Episode: Episode 100 - Toronto Under Construction with Gus Stavropoulos of Tribute Communities, Stuart Wilson of Alterra and Amanda Ireland of Osmington Gerofsky Development Corp
Gus Stavropoulos
Longtime industry professional and part of Tribute Communities
Tribute Communities
Episode: Episode 100 - Toronto Under Construction with Gus Stavropoulos of Tribute Communities, Stuart Wilson of Alterra and Amanda Ireland of Osmington Gerofsky Development Corp
Jason Shedlesky
Senior VP of Investments at Graywood Developments
Graywood Developments
Episode: Episode 99 - Toronto Under Construction with Daniel Fama from GWL Realty Advisors, Adam Molson from The Daniels Corporation and Jason Shedletsky from Graywood Developments
Adam Molson
Vice President of Rental Communities and Sustainability at The Daniels Corporation
The Daniels Corporation
Episode: Episode 99 - Toronto Under Construction with Daniel Fama from GWL Realty Advisors, Adam Molson from The Daniels Corporation and Jason Shedletsky from Graywood Developments
Daniel Fama
Vice President of Development at GWL Realty Advisors
GWL Realty Advisors
Episode: Episode 99 - Toronto Under Construction with Daniel Fama from GWL Realty Advisors, Adam Molson from The Daniels Corporation and Jason Shedletsky from Graywood Developments

Host

Ben Myers
Host of Toronto Under Construction, focused on Toronto real estate market, housing policy and development.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Hosted by the Fortress guy

    About as little integrity as a wooden penny. His Fortress pals are being criminally sentenced next month.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vaughan bud
    Canada8 months ago
  • Well worth a listen!!

    Loving this podcast! It is super informative and Ben does a great job at interviewing his guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poppy@davedubeau
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great Show!

    I love the contents and how the show helps real estate investors gain more knowledge especially in this time of crisis. Keep publishing more shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MargieTiempo
    Philippines5 years ago
  • Gabe Stewart

    Unparalleled insight and access to the titans of the Toronto development sector. Highly informative and entertaining. Congrats Ben and Cameron

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabe Stewart Realtor
    Canada5 years ago
  • Well positioned content

    It’s hard to get a lot of uncommon knowledge in the development industry. These two guys dive into the nitty gritty of the Toronto real estate development scene and it’s highly informative even if Steve sounds like he’s drinking sometimes, he’s very entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blerging awesome
    Canada5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the data-driven discussion and candid policy critique, though some episodes skew very technical.
The host provides practical, industry-grounded insights for Toronto real estate players.
Guests bring high-level experience from development and finance, making complex topics accessible.
The show is a strong resource for market-aware professionals seeking current Toronto housing trends.
Quality of guests and real-world anecdotes are frequently highlighted as a strength.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 95 - Toronto Under Construction with Eric Lascelles from RBC Asset Management, James Marple from TD Economics and Peter Norman from Altus Group
Q: What are the potential ramifications of high US debt?
It's a drag on their economy and you would say in theory, to the extent there's no real plan to fix this.
Episode 95 - Toronto Under Construction with Eric Lascelles from RBC Asset Management, James Marple from TD Economics and Peter Norman from Altus Group
Q: Do you think the cuts in general are probably enough?
I don't think interest rates are the real barrier right now for consumers, for consumers buying homes.
Episode 94 - Toronto Under Construction with Andy Brethour from PMA Brethour Realty, Riz Dhanji from RAD Marketing, and Debbie Cosic from In2ition Realty
Q: What can be done to address the housing affordability crisis?
A mix of government policy changes, including reducing taxes and making mortgages accessible, is needed.
Episode 87 - Toronto Under Construction with Max Steiner from Elm Developments, Mark Zaky from Greenwin and Todd Nishimura Baker Real Estate
Q: Are you finding the planning departments are getting easier or harder to work with?
Mark said that unfortunately, they have become harder to work with since COVID due to a backlog of applications.
Episode 87 - Toronto Under Construction with Max Steiner from Elm Developments, Mark Zaky from Greenwin and Todd Nishimura Baker Real Estate
Q: What are you trying to accomplish in your new role at Baker?
Todd noted that they are helping clients achieve stabilized buildings with full occupancy faster.

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Toronto Under Construction focuses on Toronto's residential real estate market, with deep dives into housing policy, affordability, construction costs, and development trends. Episodes frequently feature developers, financiers, economists, and urban planners discussing how policy and economics shape supply, pricing, and community impact. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on data-driven debate, practical development challenges, and the evolving mix of condo, rental, and affordable housing solutions in a fast-changing urban environment. Potential listeners include real estate professionals, investors, city planners, and policy enthusiasts seeking candid industry insights and actionable context for Toronto's housing landscape.

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2. Zoë Coombes
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4. Stuart Wilson
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6. Gus Stavropoulos
7. Jason Shedlesky
8. Adam Molson

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