Canada’s economy is currently experiencing a notable deceleration highlighted by the recent surprise announcement that GDP growth fell to 0% in November 2025 after contracting in October. This stalling of growth was…… Read more “The Canadian Self-Storage Industry Navigates Economic Headwinds “
Appealing your 2026 Self Storage Property Assessment – British Columbia
This article outlines the Assessment appeal process in British Columbia. While other provinces have different procedures, some principles may apply where assessments use the income approach; provinces…… Read more “Appealing your 2026 Self Storage Property Assessment – British Columbia”
Canadian Self-Storage Outlook 2026
Canada’s self-storage industry has evolved significantly over the past decade, transitioning from a niche real estate segment to a mainstream investment class. As we approach 2026, the…… Read more “Canadian Self-Storage Outlook 2026”
Reflecting on the 2025 CSSA Eastern Conference: A Milestone Year for Self-Storage in Canada
A Historic Gathering The CSSA has long been the cornerstone of Canada’s self-storage industry, fostering education, networking, and advocacy. The 20th conference anniversary (27th year of the…… Read more “Reflecting on the 2025 CSSA Eastern Conference: A Milestone Year for Self-Storage in Canada”
California’s SB 709: Should Canadian Storage Owners Be Worried
In October 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 709 (SB 709) into law, marking a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for the self-storage industry…… Read more “California’s SB 709: Should Canadian Storage Owners Be Worried”
Western Canadian Self-Storage Market in Q3 2025: A Tale of Two Trends
By: Patrick Wood PREC, Partner, JBW Commercial Date: October 8th, 2025 The Western Canadian self-storage market continues to evolve in Q3 2025, shaped by shifting economic conditions,…… Read more “Western Canadian Self-Storage Market in Q3 2025: A Tale of Two Trends “
Will Self Storage Consolidation Keep Rolling Through Western Canada’s Secondary and Tertiary Markets?
Why This Question Matters With household migration, downsizing and ecommerce keeping lockers full, Western Canada’s smaller cities and towns have become fertile ground for self-storage investors. Ownership…… Read more “Will Self Storage Consolidation Keep Rolling Through Western Canada’s Secondary and Tertiary Markets? “
The AI Adoption Gap in Self-Storage: Why Small Operators Struggle
After spending a few days at the Self-Storage Association Fall Conference in early September, one of my main observations is that AI is one of the hottest…… Read more “The AI Adoption Gap in Self-Storage: Why Small Operators Struggle”
SmartStop Self Storage Acquires BlueBird-Harrison Street’s Alberta Portfolio
By: Patrick Wood PREC, Partner JBW Commercial Date: August 26th, 2025 SmartStop Self Storage has closed on the acquisition of a five-property, Bluebird-managed self-storage portfolio in Alberta…… Read more “SmartStop Self Storage Acquires BlueBird-Harrison Street’s Alberta Portfolio”
Q2 2025 Self-Storage Market Update: Western Canada
The self-storage industry across Western Canada remained resilient in Q2 2025, with stable occupancy levels, continued development activity in key metro areas, and rising investor interest in…… Read more “Q2 2025 Self-Storage Market Update: Western Canada “