Avenu Properties Corp. Celebrates Parkway Place's National TOBY Award Following Toronto Victory
TORONTO, Oct. 15, 2026 /CNW/ -- Avenu Properties Corp. is proud to announce that Parkway Place has won the 2026 National TOBY (The Outstanding Building of the Year) Award from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Canada in the Suburban Office Park – Mid-Rise category.
The national recognition follows Parkway Place's Toronto TOBY Award victory at BOMA Toronto's Celebration of Excellence Gala on May 28, 2026. The property subsequently earned the national honour on September 24, 2026, during the BOMEX Ottawa National Awards Gala. The progression from Toronto to the national stage recognizes the commitment to building operations, tenant relations, environmental practices and overall management excellence.
Avenu Properties also received a 2026 BOMA Enspire Award for its property at 14 William Sylvester Drive in the Universal Facility – Over 100,000 Square Feet category, recognizing achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This is a separate distinction from Parkway Place's TOBY Awards.
Leadership Committed to Tenants, Community and Sustainability
For Avenu Properties, the awards recognize a sustained effort to improve asset performance while creating welcoming, resilient and more sustainable places for businesses and the surrounding community.
"We are incredibly proud to see Parkway Place recognized with such a prestigious national award. This achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to our existing tenants and to the new businesses joining the Parkway Place community. Our priority is to create an environment where businesses can thrive, supported by excellent service, meaningful amenities and a strong sense of community. A special thank you to Grace Lambe, General Manager at JLL, and her entire team for leading the award submission and for the dedication they bring to Parkway Place every day."
-- Sami Shihata, Vice President of Asset Management, Avenu Properties Corp.
An Established Office Destination with a Renewed Tenant Experience
Located at the northeast corner of Highway 401 and the Don Valley Parkway in North York, Parkway Place comprises four interconnected office buildings totaling approximately 812,000 square feet on nearly 33 acres. Through a continued program of property improvements and tenant-focused initiatives, Avenu Properties and its management partners have worked to enhance the campus experience and reinforce its competitive position in Toronto's office market.
The complex features more than 30,000 square feet of connected amenities, including cafés, restaurants and service retail; The Hub, a 2,560-square-foot conference and meeting facility; The Lounge, a collaborative space for tenants; and Parkway Fit, an on-site fitness centre and yoga studio. Tenants also have access to outdoor volleyball and basketball courts, walking paths, landscaped green space and a regular program of wellness and community events.
For commuters, the property offers substantial on-site parking and a complimentary shuttle connecting Parkway Place to Don Mills Subway Station and Fairview Mall. Its proximity to two major highways provides convenient access to businesses and clients across the Greater Toronto Area.
A Flexible Leasing Proposition for Growing Businesses
Parkway Place provides a range of leasing options, from smaller professional office suites to larger contiguous spaces, allowing tenants to select layouts aligned with their changing operational needs. The campus combines this flexibility with meeting facilities, wellness programming, shared amenities and infrastructure intended to help employers attract and support their teams.
The property's current leasing materials also identify high-profile signage opportunities, tenant-accessible backup power options and data-centre power capabilities. Available space is advertised at 243, 251 and 255 Consumers Road, while 245 Consumers Road is listed as fully leased. Prospective tenants can explore current availability and floor plans at parkway-place.ca/leasing/.
JLL has profiled Parkway Place in a case study on the role of experience management in revitalizing office leasing, highlighting the impact of amenity investment and community programming in bringing tenants and employees together.
Sustainability and Community Partnerships
Avenu Properties' approach combines operating efficiency with programs that support tenant well-being and community engagement. The national Enspire recognition at 14 William Sylvester Drive further demonstrates the importance of emissions reduction and environmental performance within the broader portfolio.
At Parkway Place, tenant activities, wellness initiatives and community partnerships have helped create a sense of place beyond the traditional office environment. In June 2026, Parkway Place hosted the World Soccer Block Party, welcoming more than 500 residents, employees, businesses and community organizations. The celebration was presented by the Parkway Centre Business Association and supported by Avenu Properties, North Horizon Holdings and fellow community partners.
Recognition for the People Behind the Property
Avenu Properties extends its appreciation to JLL, the Parkway Place property management team, and all building personnel, leasing partners, contractors and service providers whose efforts contribute to the campus's performance. Special recognition goes to Grace Lambe and the JLL team for coordinating the award submission, as well as to tenants whose participation continues to shape the Parkway Place community.
Following its national victory, Parkway Place is eligible to participate in the 2027 BOMA International TOBY competition, subject to the applicable entry requirements. The 2027 BOMA International Conference & Expo is scheduled for June 26–29 in Nashville, Tennessee.
About Avenu Properties Corp.
Avenu Properties Corp. is a Toronto-based real estate ownership and asset management company focused on strengthening asset performance and delivering long-term value through disciplined investment, operational oversight, tenant engagement and partnerships with experienced property management teams.
About Parkway Place
Parkway Place is a four-building office complex in North York, Toronto, featuring approximately 812,000 square feet of office space and an extensive amenity offering. Owned by Avenu Properties Corp. and managed by JLL, the campus offers flexible leasing opportunities, convenient transportation access and a connected workplace community.
LEASING: parkway-place.ca/leasing/
SOURCE North Horizon Holdings Inc
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