Posted on December 17, 2025
December 16th, 2025 marked the official groundbreaking for our latest rental development – FORTUNA on Lucknow Street – coming in 2028. Members of our management, operations, and construction teams, along with RBC representatives and the Dexter site crew, gathered to officially mark the start of this exciting new project on a chilly winter morning.
Posted on November 21, 2025
With over 12 dining and food destinations, a wine and spirits retailer, fine jewellery, an art gallery, fashion boutiques, and personal services – from salons and tailors to health and wellness providers – the district between our two properties (Cunard Residences & Bishop’s Landing) represent one of the most diverse and compelling offerings on the … Read More »
Posted on September 23, 2025
We’re proud to share that our new Southwest office received an “Award of Excellence” at the Atlantic Interior Design Awards (AIDA) Gala. Dawn MacLachlan of @macinteriordesigninc, in cooperation with Bruce Norman of @normanflynn_design, were recognized for their work that brought our beautiful office to life. We don’t just build buildings; we create spaces that inspire … Read More »
Posted on June 13, 2025
Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our incredible team, Cunard Residences was been named the 2025 Provincial Development of the Year by the Rental Housing Providers of Nova Scotia (RHPNS). The honour was announced at the RHPNS Annual Awards Gala Dinner on April 22nd, 2025. This award is a proud reflection of our … Read More »
Posted on September 16, 2024
Jim Spatz, Executive Chairman, Ben Young, President & CEO and Paul Murphy, Executive Vice President & CFO for Southwest Properties are excited to announce multiple role changes for the Southwest Senior Leadership Team, positioning the company for future growth. These changes include 6 exceptional leaders taking on new Senior Leadership positions at Southwest.
Posted on April 10, 2024
Sage & Sweetgrass is the newest addition to the retail mix in Bishop’s Landing on the Halifax waterfront. “We are delighted to have Sage & Sweetgrass join us as retail partners,” said Colin Beiswanger, Commercial Leasing Manager for Southwest Properties. “Their expertise and dedication to their business is evident, and their addition will further enhance the … Read More »
Posted on December 28, 2023
We are proud to announce that Southwest Properties’ owner and Executive Chairman, Jim Spatz was appointed to the Order of Canada today, December 28th, 2023. Created in 1967, the Order of Canada, is one of the country’s highest civilian honours, and recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. “It is a … Read More »
Posted on September 7, 2023
We are proud to announce that Southwest Properties has received the internationally accepted certification of LEED® Gold status for CURVE at South Park. This achievement marks our third building within our portfolio to achieve LEED® status. The Grainery Lofts received Gold in 2014 and MAPLE was awarded Silver status in 2022. LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is an internationally accepted … Read More »
Posted on July 21, 2023
A new addition to the local fashion scene opened it’s doors at Bishop’s Landing ! Owned by entrepreneur couple, Matthew Smith and Lauren Ferguson, the new store is an exciting purveyor of men’s and women’s streetwear and sneakers, offering fresh and exclusive picks from leading brands around the globe.
Posted on May 16, 2023
Southwest Properties’ Human Resources Department received a new set of accolades for its performance and achievements in the field of personnel and organizational development. The Nova Scotia Chapter of Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) recently awarded our Director of Human Resources, Jacqueline Ferguson, with the HR Award of Excellence, and our Human Resource Generalist, Justine Downs, received … Read More »
