Articles and commentary on the trends, regulations, and deal flow shaping the Canadian self storage industry.
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 using cost-based assessments will follow a different process. Property...
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 sector is poised for continued growth, driven by demographic...
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 Association) brought a sense of pride and reflection, as...
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 in California. The legislation, which takes effect on January...
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, demographic changes, and regional supply dynamics. While the sector...
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 is still highly fragmented: institutional and large platform operators...
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 and most discussed issues in today’s storage market. AI...
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 from a joint venture led by Harrison Street, completing...
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 secondary markets. Despite economic headwinds such as elevated interest...
Last week, QuadReal, the Vancouver based real estate investment company owned by BCI, announced the finalization of one of the worst-kept secrets in the Canadian storage industry. While the full details of the transaction remain undisclosed,...