NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (“RioCan” or the “Trust”) (TSX: REI.UN) today announced that it has closed its previously announced issuance of an additional $150 million principal amount (the “Additional Debentures”) of its 5.470% Series AJ senior unsecured debentures, maturing on March 1, 2030 (the “Series AJ Debentures”).

The Additional Debentures reflect a re-opening yield of 5.357% and, inclusive of the benefit of bond forward hedges, an all-in interest rate of 5.273% per annum for RioCan. The net proceeds of this offering will be used by the Trust to repay existing indebtedness.

The Additional Debentures were sold on a private placement basis in certain provinces of Canada. The offering was made on an agency basis by a syndicate of agents co-led by TD Securities, BMO Capital Markets, Desjardins Securities Inc., CIBC Capital Markets, RBC Capital Markets and Scotia Capital Inc.

The Additional Debentures are rated BBB with a stable trend by DBRS Morningstar and BBB by S&P Global Ratings.

The Additional Debentures have been issued pursuant to RioCan’s trust indenture dated March 8, 2005, as supplemented. The Additional Debentures rank equally with all other senior unsecured indebtedness of RioCan.

The Additional Debentures have not been registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

About RioCan

RioCan is one of Canada’s largest real estate investment trusts. RioCan owns, manages and develops retail-focused, increasingly mixed-use properties located in prime, high-density transit-oriented areas where Canadians want to shop, live and work. As at December 31, 2023, our portfolio is comprised of 188 properties with an aggregate net leasable area of approximately 32.6 million square feet (at RioCan’s interest) including office, residential rental and nine development properties. To learn more about us, please visit www.riocan.com.

Forward Looking Information

This News Release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. This information reflects RioCan’s objectives, our strategies to achieve those objectives, as well as statements with respect to management’s beliefs, estimates and intentions concerning anticipated future events or expectations that are not historical facts. Forward-looking information generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “outlook”, “objective”, “may”, “will”, “would”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “should”, “plan”, “continue”, or similar expressions suggesting future outcomes or events.

Such forward-looking information reflects management’s current beliefs and is based on information currently available to management. All forward-looking information in this News Release is qualified by these cautionary statements.

Forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future events or performance and, by its nature, is based on RioCan’s current estimates and assumptions, which are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including those described in the “Risks and Uncertainties” section in RioCan’s MD&A for the period ended December 31, 2023 and in our most recent Annual Information Form, which could cause actual events or results to differ materially from the forward-looking information contained in this News Release.

Although the forward-looking information contained in this News Release is based upon what management believes are reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurance that actual results will be consistent with this forward-looking information.

The forward-looking statements contained in this News Release are made as of the date hereof, and should not be relied upon as representing RioCan’s views as of any date subsequent to the date of this News Release. Management undertakes no obligation, except as required by applicable law, to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contacts

RioCan Contact
Dennis Blasutti

Chief Financial Officer

RioCan REIT

(416) 866-3033

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.U) (TSX: SGR.UN) (the “REIT”), an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate, announced today that it will be releasing its first quarter 2024 financial results before market hours on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Senior management will host a live conference call at 9:00 am ET on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to discuss the results and ongoing business initiatives of the REIT.

Conference Call Details

The conference call can be accessed by dialing (289) 514-5100 or 1 (800) 717-1738. Additionally, the conference call will be available via simultaneous audio found at https://onlinexperiences.com/scripts/Server.nxp?LASCmd=AI:4;F:QS!10100&ShowUUID=F194EEF0-F3C1-4FCB-B6D4-7D43001F98CF&LangLocaleID=1033. A replay will be accessible until May 15, 2024 via the REIT’s website or by dialing (289) 819-1325 or 1 (888) 660-6264 (access code 49272#) approximately two hours after the live event.

About Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.U / SGR.UN)

Slate Grocery REIT is an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate. The REIT owns and operates approximately U.S. $2.4 billion of critical real estate infrastructure across major U.S. metro markets that communities rely upon for their daily needs. The REIT’s resilient grocery-anchored portfolio and strong credit tenants provide unitholders with durable cash flows and the potential for capital appreciation over the longer term. Visit slategroceryreit.com to learn more about the REIT.

About Slate Asset Management

Slate Asset Management is a global alternative investment platform. We focus on fundamentals with the objective of creating long-term value for our investors and partners. Slate’s platform focuses on four areas of real assets, including real estate equity, real estate credit, real estate securities, and infrastructure. We are supported by exceptional people and flexible capital, which enable us to originate and execute on a wide range of compelling investment opportunities. Visit slateam.com to learn more, and follow Slate Asset Management on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information herein constitutes “forward-looking information” as defined under Canadian securities laws which reflect management’s expectations regarding objectives, plans, goals, strategies, future growth, results of operations, performance, business prospects and opportunities of the REIT. The words “plans”, “expects”, “does not expect”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “does not anticipate”, “projects”, “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements to the effect that certain actions, events or results “may”, “will”, “could”, “would”, “might”, “occur”, “be achieved”, or “continue” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations.

Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management as of the date hereof, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. When relying on forward-looking statements to make decisions, the REIT cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, as forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties and should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not the times at or by which such performance or results will be achieved. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ, possibly materially, from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Additional information about risks and uncertainties is contained in the filings of the REIT with securities regulators.

SGR-FR

Contacts

For Further Information

Investor Relations

+1 416 644 4264

ir@slateam.com

Brokerage with lifetime sales of nearly $2 billion expands Real’s growing presence in California

TORONTO & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$REAX #therealbrokerage–Real (NASDAQ: REAX), the fastest-growing, publicly traded brokerage firm, today announced that Venture Properties, led by veteran broker Aaron Nelson, has joined Real. The 40-person brokerage is one of the largest brokerages serving Northern California’s Shasta County, and adds to Real’s growing presence in California.

After finding success in the real estate industry across a number of boutique firms, Nelson founded his own team in 2007. Redding-based Venture Properties has distinguished itself within the brokerage community by empowering agents with the autonomy to run their businesses as they saw fit – a vision that resonated with agents and enabled the team to thrive despite early market challenges.

Since its founding, Venture Properties has sold more than 6,400 homes with a value in excess of $1.9 billion throughout Shasta County. In 2023, the team sold more than 440 homes valued at more than $171 million.

“We are proud to welcome Aaron and the entire Venture team to Real,” Real President Sharran Srivatsaa said. “Real is the perfect home for Venture and teams like it who are looking to grow their businesses on top of the foundation of possibilities Real has built.”

Known throughout Shasta County as a community builder, Nelson believes that by minimizing agent fees, brokerages can empower their agents with the increased freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for their clients. Additionally, by leveraging Real’s recently launched proprietary ProTeams software, Nelson is able to configure his business model for the agents in his team (splits, caps, and fees) while allowing him to seamlessly bolt his team’s unique economic model onto Real’s platform.

“Venture Properties has become synonymous with attracting top producers who put the needs of their clients first, and I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished. At the same time, I know that elevating Venture to that next level of success is something that couldn’t be done alone,” Nelson said. “Aligning with Real provides my agents with a number of benefits, including stock, revenue share, and training we wouldn’t have access to otherwise. By bringing my team to Real, I’m able to deliver on everything I promised my agents and more.”

About Real

Real (NASDAQ: REAX) is a real estate experience company working to make life’s most complex transaction simple. The fast-growing company combines essential real estate, mortgage and closing services with powerful technology to deliver a single seamless end-to-end consumer experience, guided by trusted agents. With a presence in all 50 states throughout the U.S. and Canada, Real supports more than 16,000 agents who use its digital brokerage platform and tight-knit professional community to power their own forward-thinking businesses.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “seek”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “likely” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions. These statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management as of the date hereof. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, without limiting the foregoing, expectations regarding Real’s ability to continue to attract agents.

Forward-looking information is based on assumptions that may prove to be incorrect, including but not limited to Real’s business objectives, expected growth, results of operations, performance, business projects and opportunities and financial results. Real considers these assumptions to be reasonable in the circumstances. However, forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Important factors that could cause such differences include, but are not limited to, slowdowns in real estate markets, economic and industry downturns and Real’s ability to attract new agents and retain current agents. These factors should be carefully considered and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, Real cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Real assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as required by law.

Contacts

Investor inquiries:

Ravi Jani

Vice President, Investor Relations and Financial Planning & Analysis

investors@therealbrokerage.com
908.280.2515

For media inquiries:

Elisabeth Warrick

Senior Director, Marketing, Communications & Brand

press@therealbrokerage.com
201.564.4221

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TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (“RioCan” or the “Trust”) (TSX: REI.UN) today announced that it has agreed to issue an additional $150 million principal amount (the “Additional Debentures”) of its 5.470% Series AJ senior unsecured debentures, maturing on March 1, 2030 (the “Series AJ Debentures”).

The Additional Debentures will be sold at a price of $100.549 per $100 principal amount, with a re-opening yield of 5.357% and an all-in interest rate for RioCan of 5.273% per annum, inclusive of the benefit of bond forward hedges. The Additional Debentures will have the same terms and conditions and constitute part of the same series as the existing $300 million, Series AJ Debentures issued by the Trust on February 12, 2024, except for their date of issue, price to the public, and initial CUSIP number. The net proceeds of this offering will be used by the Trust to repay existing indebtedness. The Additional Debentures will initially have a different CUSIP number from the Series AJ Debentures issued on February 12, 2024, but on or about July 29, 2024, the Additional Debentures will form part of a single series with, and have the same CUSIP number as, the Series AJ Debentures issued on February 12, 2024.

The Additional Debentures are being offered on an agency basis by a syndicate of agents co-led by TD Securities, BMO Capital Markets, Desjardins Securities Inc., CIBC Capital Markets, RBC Capital Markets and Scotia Capital Inc. Subject to customary closing conditions, the offering is expected to close on March 28, 2024.

It is a condition of closing that DBRS Morningstar assign a rating of at least BBB with a stable trend and S&P Global Ratings assign a rating of at least BBB for the Additional Debentures.

The offering is being made on a private placement basis in each of the provinces of Canada, and the Additional Debentures will be issued pursuant to RioCan’s trust indenture dated March 8, 2005, as supplemented. The Additional Debentures will rank equally with all other senior unsecured indebtedness of the Trust.

The Additional Debentures being offered have not been registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

About RioCan

RioCan is one of Canada’s largest real estate investment trusts. RioCan owns, manages and develops retail-focused, increasingly mixed-use properties located in prime, high-density transit-oriented areas where Canadians want to shop, live and work. As at December 31, 2023, our portfolio is comprised of 188 properties with an aggregate net leasable area of approximately 32.6 million square feet (at RioCan’s interest) including office, residential rental and 9 development properties. To learn more about us, please visit www.riocan.com.

Forward Looking Information

This News Release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. This information reflects RioCan’s objectives, our strategies to achieve those objectives, as well as statements with respect to management’s beliefs, estimates and intentions concerning anticipated future events or expectations that are not historical facts. Forward-looking information generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “outlook”, “objective”, “may”, “will”, “would”, “expect”, “intend”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “should”, “plan”, “continue”, or similar expressions suggesting future outcomes or events.

Such forward-looking information reflects management’s current beliefs and is based on information currently available to management. All forward-looking information in this News Release is qualified by these cautionary statements.

Forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future events or performance and, by its nature, is based on RioCan’s current estimates and assumptions, which are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including those described in the “Risks and Uncertainties” section in RioCan’s MD&A for the period ended December 31, 2023 and in our most recent Annual Information Form, which could cause actual events or results to differ materially from the forward-looking information contained in this News Release.

Although the forward-looking information contained in this News Release is based upon what management believes are reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurance that actual results will be consistent with this forward-looking information.

The forward-looking statements contained in this News Release are made as of the date hereof, and should not be relied upon as representing RioCan’s views as of any date subsequent to the date of this News Release. Management undertakes no obligation, except as required by applicable law, to publicly update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contacts

RioCan Contact
Dennis Blasutti

Chief Financial Officer

RioCan REIT

(416) 866-3033

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–DREAM RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST (TSX: DRR.U and TSX: DRR.UN) (“Dream Residential REIT” or the “REIT”) today announced its March 2024 monthly distribution in the amount of US$0.035 per unit (US$0.42 annualized). The March distribution will be payable on April 15, 2024 to unitholders of record as at March 28, 2024.

About Dream Residential REIT

Dream Residential REIT is an unincorporated, open-ended real estate investment trust established and governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario. The REIT owns a portfolio of garden-style multi-residential properties, primarily located in three markets across the Sunbelt and Midwest regions of the United States. For more information, please visit www.dreamresidentialreit.ca.

Contacts

Dream Residential REIT

Brian Pauls
Chief Executive Officer

(416) 365-2365

bpauls@dream.ca

Derrick Lau
Chief Financial Officer

(416) 365-2364

dlau@dream.ca

Scott Schoeman
Chief Operating Officer

(303) 519-3020

sschoeman@dream.ca

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–DREAM OFFICE REIT (TSX: D.UN) (“Dream Office” or the “Trust”) today announced its March 2024 monthly distribution of 8.333 cents ($1.00 annualized) per REIT Unit, Series A (“REIT A Units”). The March distribution will be payable on April 15, 2024 to unitholders of record as at March 28, 2024.

Dream Office REIT is an unincorporated, open-ended real estate investment trust. Dream Office REIT is a premier office landlord in downtown Toronto with over 3.5 million square feet owned and managed. We have carefully curated an investment portfolio of high-quality assets in irreplaceable locations in one of the finest office markets in the world. For more information, please visit our website at www.dreamofficereit.ca.

Contacts

Michael J. Cooper

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

(416) 365-5145

mcooper@dream.ca

Jay Jiang

Chief Financial Officer

(416) 365-6638

jjiang@dream.ca

• Site to supply products to customers for development and production of biologics
• New Bioprocessing Production Center in Daejeon strengthens company’s footprint in fast-growing Asia-Pacific region
• Investment to create up to 300 additional jobs

BURLINGTON, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, invests more than €300 million into a new Bioprocessing Production Center in Daejeon, South Korea. The new site is the largest investment by the company’s Life Science business sector in Asia-Pacific to date and demonstrates its commitment to expanding its capacities in the fast-growing region. The investment is expected to create approximately 300 additional jobs by the end of 2028.

“The Asia-Pacific region is home to a large number of institutions that conduct leading-edge and innovative research, manufacturing and services in areas such as biotechnology, mRNA and gene therapy,” said Matthias Heinzel, Member of the Executive Board and CEO Life Science, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. “Expanding our presence in the region will bring us even closer to our customers in this evolving and dynamic market. Our goal is to foster deep collaboration to increase the speed in bringing new therapies to patients.”

The facility will support biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies in process development, clinical research and commercial manufacturing of biologics. Biologics are derived from large and complex biological compounds and include products like vaccines, cell and gene therapies, or protein-based therapies, such as monoclonal antibodies. They are one of the fastest-growing class of drugs.

MilliporeSigma’s new Bioprocessing Production Center will provide essential biotech products such as dry powder cell culture media, process liquids, pre-GMP small-scale manufacturing and sterile sampling systems. Covering an area of 43,000 square meters, the facility will include advanced production capacities, a distribution center and an automated warehouse.

Established in 1989, the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany in Korea has been consistently driving dynamic growth of the science and technology industries with more than 1,700 employees across Life Science, Healthcare and Electronics. It encompasses 13 sites in production and R&D including the M Lab™ Collaboration Center in Songdo, Incheon which serves biopharmaceutical companies in the region.

The company’s new site in South Korea is part of a multi-year investment program. This program aims to increase the capacity and capabilities of its Life Science business sector to support the growing global demand for critical drugs and to make significant contributions to public health. Since 2020, the company has announced industrial capacity and capabilities expansion projects in Life Science throughout Europe, China, and the United States, of more than € 2 billion.

About the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

The Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, which operates as MilliporeSigma in the U.S. and Canada, has more than 28,000 employees and more than 55 total manufacturing and testing sites worldwide, with a portfolio of more than 300,000 products focused on scientific discovery, biomanufacturing and testing services. Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, a leading science and technology company, operates across healthcare, life science and electronics.

Around 63,000 employees work to make a positive difference to millions of people’s lives every day by creating more joyful and sustainable ways to live. From providing products and services that accelerate drug development and manufacturing as well as discovering unique ways to treat the most challenging diseases to enabling the intelligence of devices – the company is everywhere. In 2023, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, generated sales of € 21 billion in 65 countries.

The company holds the global rights to the name and trademark “Merck” internationally. The only exceptions are the United States and Canada, where the business sectors of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, operate as MilliporeSigma in life science, EMD Serono in healthcare and EMD Electronics in electronics. Since its founding in 1668, scientific exploration and responsible entrepreneurship have been key to the company’s technological and scientific advances. To this day, the founding family remains the majority owner of the publicly listed company. For more information about Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, visit www.emdgroup.com.

Follow MilliporeSigma on Twitter @MilliporeSigma, on Facebook @MilliporeSigma and on LinkedIn.

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Contacts

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978-436-1725

Agents Remain Positive Heading into Spring Selling Season, Despite Being Somewhat More Cautious Amid Affordability Concerns

TORONTO & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX, “Real”), the fastest-growing, publicly traded real estate brokerage, today announced the results of its February 2024 Agent Survey, offering insights into housing market trends and real estate agent expectations across the United States and Canada. The survey reveals a resilient optimism among agents about future market conditions in both the United States and Canada, highlighting a prevailing sellers’ market, despite overall industry transactions expected to decline year-over-year in February.

“We first launched our agent survey in January as a strategic initiative to directly capture the sentiments and experiences of our rapidly growing network of over 16,000 agents,” said Tamir Poleg, Chairman and CEO of Real. “With a presence now covering all 50 states and four Canadian provinces, we’re excited to share our agents’ valuable insights with the broader public. This effort underscores our commitment to transparency and the immense value we place on our agents’ perspectives.”

Sharran Srivatsaa, President of Real, added, “Our agents are the true experts of their local markets. This survey bridges the gap from their individual market insights to broader industry trends, underscoring the pivotal role our agents play in guiding our strategic direction.”

Key Findings:

• Agents Remain Optimistic About Forward Outlook: Real asked agents at the end of February 2024, “Compared to one month ago, are you more optimistic or pessimistic about the outlook for your primary market over the next 12 months?” Among the agents surveyed, 53% felt more optimistic and an additional 16% were significantly more optimistic about the next 12 months, outweighing the 7% who felt more pessimistic and 1% significantly more so.

  The average response among survey participants resulted in a weighted index reading of 69.2 on a 0-100 scale, with scores above 50 reflecting a positive outlook and those below 50, a negative one, thus signaling an expectation for improving year-over-year growth trends. There were similar sentiments shared by both U.S. and Canadian agents. However, February’s index level of 69.2 showed a slight decline from January’s 73.7, indicating a modest softening in optimism compared to the end of January.

• Sellers Continue to Have the Upper Hand: When asked “Would you consider your primary market to be a Buyer’s market, Seller’s market, or Balanced market?” 57% percent of agents noted sellers have the upper hand, an increase of 11 percentage points from January.

• Total North American Home Sale Industry Transactions Expected to Decline Year over Year in February: Real asked agents, “In your primary market, how would you describe the number of transactions closed in February 2024 compared to February 2023?” The average response among survey participants resulted in a weighted index reading of 48.7 on a 0-100 scale, with scores above 50 indicating growth and below 50, a decline. The results suggest a decline in total industry transactions across the U.S. and Canada during February 2024 compared to February 2023, with a decline in the U.S. home sales market, while the Canadian market is expected to grow. February’s index reading of 48.7 showed a modest decline from January’s 49.0 level.
  • Pace of Decline in the U.S. Improves in February: The total number of U.S. home sale transactions is expected to decline in February 2024 compared to February 2023. However, agents expect an easing in the pace of decline relative to January, with the average response among survey participants resulting in a February weighted index reading of 48.5, improving from 47.8 in January.

  • Canadian Market Growth Continues at More Moderate Pace: Agents surveyed in Canada signaled continued year-over-year growth, although at a more moderate rate compared to January, with the average response among survey participants resulting in the overall Canada weighted index reading decreasing to 51.8 in February from 55.5 in January.

• Affordability Remains the Biggest Hurdle for Buyers: Challenges for prospective home buyers include affordability/interest rates (45%) and inventory shortages (42%), with economic uncertainty (5%) and buyer competition (4%) being distant third and fourth concerns.

• Nearly Two-Thirds of Agents See Referrals as Most Effective Lead Source: 63% of agents cite networking and referrals as the most effective source of leads, followed by social media (12%), online advertising (5%), and home search portals (3%).

An infographic including key survey takeaways can be found on Real’s investor relations website or by following the link here.

About the Survey

The Real Brokerage February 2024 Agent Survey included responses from over 500 real estate agents across the United States and Canada and was launched in the last week of February 2024. Responses to questions regarding transaction growth and agent optimism were calibrated on a 0-100 point index scale, with readings above 50 indicating an improving trend, whereas readings below 50 indicate a declining trend. Responses are meant to capture industry-level information and are not meant to serve as an indication of Real’s company-specific growth trends.

About Real

Real (NASDAQ: REAX) is a real estate experience company working to make life’s most complex transaction simple. The fast-growing company combines essential real estate, mortgage and closing services with powerful technology to deliver a single seamless end-to-end consumer experience, guided by trusted agents. With a presence in all 50 states throughout the U.S. and Canada, Real supports over 16,000 agents who use its digital brokerage platform and tight-knit professional community to power their own forward-thinking businesses.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “seek”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “likely” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions. These statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management as of the date hereof. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, without limiting the foregoing, expectations regarding the residential real estate market in the U.S. and Canada.

Forward-looking information is based on assumptions that may prove to be incorrect, including but not limited to Real’s business objectives, expected growth, results of operations, performance, business projects and opportunities and financial results. Real considers these assumptions to be reasonable in the circumstances. However, forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Important factors that could cause such differences include, but are not limited to, slowdowns in real estate markets and economic and industry downturns. These factors should be carefully considered and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, Real cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Real assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as required by law.

Contacts

Investor inquiries, please contact:

Ravi Jani

Vice President, Investor Relations and Financial Planning & Analysis

investors@therealbrokerage.com
908.280.2515

For media inquiries, please contact:

Elisabeth Warrick

Senior Director, Marketing, Communications & Brand

press@therealbrokerage.com
201.564.4221

• Company Shareholders are reminded to submit their proxies before the proxy voting deadline on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 10:00 am (Toronto time).

• The Board of Directors of Tricon recommends that Company Shareholders vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution.

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tricon Residential Inc. (NYSE: TCN, TSX: TCN) (“Tricon” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that leading independent proxy advisory firms Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (“ISS”) and Glass Lewis & Co. (“Glass Lewis”) have each recommended that shareholders of Tricon (“Company Shareholders”) vote “FOR” the resolution (the “Arrangement Resolution”) approving the statutory plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Ontario), pursuant to which Blackstone Real Estate Partners X L.P., together with Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust, Inc., will acquire all outstanding common shares of Tricon (“Common Shares”) for US$11.25 per Common Share in cash (the “Transaction”), at the upcoming special meeting of Company Shareholders (the “Special Meeting”) to be held on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time).

Vote Today

Company Shareholders are reminded that the deadline to vote is fast approaching. Company Shareholders are encouraged to submit their vote in advance by completing the instructions in their form of proxy (in the case of registered Company Shareholders) or voting instruction form (in the case of non-registered Company Shareholders. Registered Company Shareholders must submit their proxies before 10:00 am (Toronto time) on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, or for beneficial Company Shareholders, such earlier time as specified by their intermediaries in the voting instruction form received.

On the unanimous recommendation of the Special Committee, the Board of Directors of Tricon recommends that Company Shareholders vote FOR the Arrangement Resolution

YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT – PLEASE VOTE TODAY

Special Meeting Details

The Special Meeting will be held online at https://web.lumiconnect.com/#/411155572, Password: tricon2024 (case sensitive) and Meeting ID: 411-155-572, on March 28, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time).

Visit Tricon’s Investor Relations website at www.triconresidential.com to access materials and information related to the upcoming Special Meeting.

The management information circular (the “Circular”) and related proxy materials in respect of the Special Meeting have been mailed to Company Shareholders and are filed and available under Tricon’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. A Schedule 13E-3 Transaction Statement (the “Schedule 13E-3”), which includes the Circular and related proxy materials, has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and is available under Tricon’s profiles on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and EDGAR at www.sec.gov.

Details of the Special Meeting and how Company Shareholders or their duly appointed proxyholders can attend, access, participate in and vote at the Special Meeting are set out in the Circular.

Questions

If you have any questions about the information contained in this news release in connection with the Special Meeting, or require any assistance voting, please contact our proxy solicitation agent and shareholder communications advisor, Laurel Hill Advisory Group, at 1-877-452-7184 (toll-free within North America) or by calling 1-416-304-0211 (outside of North America) or by email at assistance@laurelhill.com.

About Tricon Residential Inc.

Tricon Residential Inc. (NYSE: TCN, TSX: TCN) is an owner, operator and developer of a growing portfolio of approximately 38,000 single-family rental homes in the U.S. Sun Belt and multi-family apartments in Toronto, Canada. Our commitment to enriching the lives of our employees, residents and local communities underpins Tricon’s culture and business philosophy. We provide high-quality rental housing options for families across the United States and in Toronto, Canada through our technology-enabled operating platform and dedicated on-the-ground operating teams. Our development programs are also delivering thousands of new rental homes and apartments as part of our commitment to help solve the housing supply shortage. At Tricon, we imagine a world where housing unlocks life’s potential. For more information, visit www.triconresidential.com.

Forward-Looking Information

Certain statements contained in this news release may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “plan”, “expect”, “may”, “will”, “intend”, “should”, and similar expressions. This information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking information. Forward-looking information in this news release includes, but is not limited to, statements with respect to the expected completion of the Transaction, and the holding of the Special Meeting and the timing thereof.

Such forward-looking information and statements involve risks and uncertainties and are based on management’s current expectations, intentions and assumptions, including expectations and assumptions concerning receipt of required approvals and the satisfaction of other conditions to the completion of the Transaction. There can be no assurance that the proposed Transaction will be completed, or that it will be completed on the terms and conditions contemplated. Accordingly, although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which the forward-looking information contained in this news release is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking information because Tricon can give no assurance that it will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking information addresses future events and conditions, by its very nature it involves inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. These include, but are not limited to: the failure to obtain necessary approvals or satisfy (or obtain a waiver of) the conditions to closing the Transaction; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the Transaction; material adverse changes in the business or affairs of Tricon; Tricon’s ability to obtain the necessary Company Shareholder approval (including the “minority approval”) at the Special Meeting; the parties’ ability to obtain requisite Court and regulatory approvals; either party’s failure to consummate the Transaction when required or on the terms as originally negotiated; risks related to the disruption of management time from ongoing business operations due to the Transaction and possible difficulties in maintaining customer, supplier, key personnel and other strategic relationships; potential litigation relating to the Transaction, including the effects of any outcomes related thereto; the possibility of unexpected costs and liabilities related to the Transaction; competitive factors in the industries in which Tricon operates; interest rates, currency exchange rates, prevailing economic conditions; and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of Tricon. Additional factors and risks which may affect Tricon, its business and the achievement of the forward-looking statements contained herein are described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Circular as well as Tricon’s annual information form and Tricon’s management’s and discussion and analysis for the year ended December 31, 2023, and in the other subsequent reports filed on the SEDAR+ profile of Tricon at www.sedarplus.ca and Tricon’s filings with the SEC, including the Schedule 13E-3, which includes the Circular, on www.sec.gov.

The forward-looking information contained in this news release represents Tricon’s expectations as of the date hereof, and is subject to change after such date. Tricon disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable securities laws.

Contacts

For further information, please contact:
Wissam Francis

EVP & Chief Financial Officer

Email: IR@triconresidential.com

Wojtek Nowak

Managing Director, Capital Markets

Tricon Media Contact:
Tara Tucker

Senior Vice President, Corporate and Public Affairs

Email: mediarelations@triconresidential.com

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.U) (TSX: SGR.UN) (the “REIT”), an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate, announced today that the Board of Trustees has declared a distribution for the month of March 2024 of U.S.$0.072 per class U unit of the REIT (“Class U Units”), or U.S.$0.864 on an annualized basis.

Holders of Class U Units may elect to receive their distribution in Canadian dollars and should contact their broker to make such an election.

Holders of class A units of the REIT (“Class A Units”) will receive a distribution equal to the Canadian dollar equivalent (based on the U.S./Canadian dollar exchange rate at the time of payment of the distribution) of U.S.$0.072 per Class A Unit, unless the unitholder has elected to receive distributions in U.S. dollars. Holders of class I units of the REIT (“Class I Units”) will receive a distribution of U.S.$0.072 per Class I Unit, unless the unitholder has elected to receive distributions in Canadian dollars. Holders of units of subsidiaries of the REIT that are exchangeable into Class U Units (“Exchangeable Units”) will receive a distribution of U.S.$0.072 per unit.

If a holder of Class U Units or Class I Units elects to receive distributions in Canadian dollars, the holder will receive the Canadian dollar equivalent amount of the distribution being paid on the Class U Units or Class I Units, as applicable, based on the U.S./Canadian dollar exchange rate at the time of payment of the distribution.

Distributions on all unit classes of the REIT, and distributions on Exchangeable Units, will be payable on April 15, 2024 to unitholders of record as of the close of business on March 28, 2024.

About Slate Grocery REIT (TSX: SGR.U / SGR.UN) 

Slate Grocery REIT is an owner and operator of U.S. grocery-anchored real estate. The REIT owns and operates approximately U.S. $2.4 billion of critical real estate infrastructure across major U.S. metro markets that communities rely upon for their daily needs. The REIT’s resilient grocery-anchored portfolio and strong credit tenants provide unitholders with durable cash flows and the potential for capital appreciation over the longer term. Visit slategroceryreit.com to learn more about the REIT.

About Slate Asset Management 

Slate Asset Management is a global alternative investment platform. We focus on fundamentals with the objective of creating long-term value for our investors and partners. Slate’s platform focuses on four areas of real assets, including real estate equity, real estate credit, real estate securities, and infrastructure. We are supported by exceptional people and flexible capital, which enable us to originate and execute on a wide range of compelling investment opportunities. Visit slateam.com to learn more, and follow Slate Asset Management on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

Forward-Looking Statements 

Certain information herein constitutes “forward-looking information” as defined under Canadian securities laws which reflect management’s expectations regarding objectives, plans, goals, strategies, future growth, results of operations, performance, business prospects and opportunities of the REIT. The words “plans”, “expects”, “does not expect”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “does not anticipate”, “projects”, “believes”, or variations of such words and phrases or statements to the effect that certain actions, events or results “may”, “will”, “could”, “would”, “might”, “occur”, “be achieved”, or “continue” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations.

Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management as of the date hereof, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies. When relying on forward-looking statements to make decisions, the REIT cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, as forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties and should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results, and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not the times at or by which such performance or results will be achieved. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ, possibly materially, from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Additional information about risks and uncertainties is contained in the filings of the REIT with securities regulators.

SGR-Dist

Contacts

For Further Information
Investor Relations

+1 416 644 4264

ir@slateam.com

BLUE BELL, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Canadian Life Science and Technology Park, Allyant, and IPS are proud to announce a strategic, multi-year partnership focused on the advancement of the design and engineering of a state-of-the-art Life Science, Healthcare, and Technology Park. This collaboration brings together expertise in design and construction oversight tailored for specialized turnkey startups, commercial manufacturing, and comprehensive support facilities.

In the initial phase, this collaborative effort will begin with the development and site master planning of a 56-acre site in Georgina, Ontario, situated within the Keswick Business Park. This park aims to serve a wide array of sectors, attracting tenants and clients from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, bioprocessing, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs), warehousing, healthcare, academia, digital and technology sectors, and other related fields.

“Our collaboration with Allyant and the IPS Canadian team is designed to create an innovative, capital-efficient, and sustainable model. This approach is vital for developing the infrastructure needed to expedite the process of developing, testing, and delivering transformative services and medicines to patients,” remarked Safa’a Al-Rais, President and CEO of the Canadian Life Science and Technology Park.

About Canadian Life Science and Technology Park

The Canadian Life Science and Technology Park is committed to linking the Life Science and Technology industries within a 56-acre advanced space. Our mission is to establish a vibrant ecosystem that connects startups with established commercial enterprises. By integrating real estate, people, ideas, machinery, systems, and data into a cohesive network, we aim to create an agile and efficient environment conducive to development and manufacturing, aligning with the latest Industry and Pharma 4.0 innovations.

About Allyant

Allyant stands at the forefront of redefining project delivery in the Life Sciences and Technology sectors. Known for our innovative client centric approach and expertise, we specialize in transforming complex visions into tangible results. Our team excels at creating collaborative and efficient practices, ensuring our clients achieve unparalleled success in their ventures. At Allyant, our focus is not just on meeting expectations but on exceeding them, as we navigate and lead in the ever-evolving landscape of modern technology and project delivery.

About IPS

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. Its newest acquisition, Linesight specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industrial. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,200 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. For further information, please visit www.ipsdb.com.

View the Media Kit.

Contacts

IPS

Dept. of Marketing and Communications

+1.484.344.9234

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TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#valueforgenerations–Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (“Choice Properties”) (TSX: CHP.UN) announced today that the trustees of Choice Properties have declared a cash distribution for the month of March, 2024 of $0.063333 per trust unit, representing $0.75 per trust unit on an annualized basis, payable on April 15, 2024 to Unitholders of record at the close of business on March 28, 2024.

About Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust

Choice Properties is a leading Real Estate Investment Trust that creates enduring value through the ownership, operation and development of high-quality commercial and residential properties.

We believe that value comes from creating spaces that improve how our tenants and communities come together to live, work, and connect. We strive to understand the needs of our tenants and manage our properties to the highest standard. We aspire to develop healthy, resilient communities through our dedication to social, economic, and environmental sustainability. In everything we do, we are guided by a shared set of values grounded in Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence.

For more information, visit Choice Properties’ website at www.choicereit.ca and Choice Properties’ issuer profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

Contacts

For further information:
Mario Barrafato

Chief Financial Officer

Choice Properties REIT

(416) 628-7872

Mario.Barrafato@choicereit.ca