Research Report

Next Generation System Launches

The completely new, Altus InSite Next Generation search and reporting application launched on Thursday June 17, 2010. The focus of this re-development has been on developing a system that is Easy-to-Learn, Easy-to-Use and Easy-to-Update while also providing access to Powerful Reporting options.

Key Features of the New System

  • Completely redesigned user interface for easier navigation
  • Single, unified search tool for access to all available markets and property types with no login and filtering on key metrics
  • Quickly lookup an individual property using address or building name
  • Locate a leasing agent with listings or a tenant representative in your local market
  • Direct access to review and submit updates on-the-fly
  • Additional access to advanced search options and analytical reporting available for small, medium and large firms
  • Enhanced display and output options for professional-looking reports

For more information, contact us by email or call toll-free at 1-866-484-2001 to speak with our support team.

Book an Orientation Session for Your Team

Get the most out of the new Altus InSite Next Generation search and reporting interface. Book a user orientation session to familiarize you and your associates with this new system. It can be done either live or via teleconference at no cost to you, and will take as little as 30 minutes of your time. » Book your orientation session

Commercial Real Estate Market Recovery Continues to Lag Behind the Overall Economy

The "jobless recovery" in the economy continues to impact demand for space in the office and industrial sectors. Registered users can access complete details by logging in. If you have forgotten your userid or password, you can enter your current email address and our system will automatically send you your login details via email.

Q1 2010 Quarterly Results Highlights

  • Our database includes 8,097 office buildings, totaling more than 572 million sf, in 21 major, secondary and smaller markets across Canada.
  • There are 6,384 buildings, or more than 488 million sf located in Canada's major markets.
  • There are currently 4,162 Class A, B and C office buildings, 20,000 square feet or greater, in Canada's six major markets totaling 445 million sf - 90.0%, or 400 Million sf is currently occupied.
  • 47 buildings currently under construction in the six major markets, totaling 13.0 million sf, 67.4%, or 8.7 million sf, of that is currently pre-leased.
  • 15 buildings were completed in the six major markets this quarter, totaling 2.9 million sf, with 74.7%, or 1.4 million sf of that currently leased.

Survey Results Indicate Investors More Confident

The Q1 2010 Investment Trends Survey reports improving conditions and growing investor confidence in the Canadian commercial real estate market. Overall, the survey results reflect strengthening interest in the retail sector, continued support for the Industrial and Multi Family sectors and caution in the Office market.

To read the full text of our quarterly outlook and to access graphs for the current quarter, please login at its.altusinsite.com. If you experience any difficulty logging in, contact User Admin.

Industrial Market Data Expanding to New Markets

Our Industrial Market offering current includes current and historical data on industrial inventory and available space in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. We are well underway on the Winnipeg market and have plans to add Quebec City very soon. For more information, or to arrange for a demonstration of our Industrial Market offering, contact us by email to book a tour.

Let Us Help You Accelerate Your Performance!

Get the most out of Altus InSite Office Market. Book a user orientation session to familiarize you and your associates with the recent updates we have made to the system. It can be done either live or via teleconference at no cost to you, and will take no more than 30 minutes of your time. Contact us by email to book a session.

We welcome all of your comments and suggestions. Please feel free to contact us directly to share your thoughts.