1500 Birchmount is a storied urban industrial building with a rich history. Built in 1958, it originally housed Laura Secord Chocolates, later became a multi-tenant warehouse, and currently includes a private school and telecom training center. It’s location in a light industrial area, next to a residential neighbourhood in Scarborough, creates a unique opportunity to weave the building into the community fabric.

As the second property in our fourth impact development fund, this project exemplifies TAS’s dedication to revitalizing underused industrial assets into vibrant, sustainable commercial hubs.

We acknowledge that this building sits on Treaty 13 and the Williams Treaties territory and that Scarborough has a unique Indigenous history, being once used for trade, hunting, and agricultural settlements. As we move forward, we honour this history and the stories tied to the land.

At TAS, we are committed to increasing the affordability of commercial space. That’s why we’ve reserved a portion of the commercial space for impact-aligned social enterprises and not-for-profits at below market rates.

To foster a vibrant, inclusive environment, we’re adding accessibility upgrades, outdoor communal spaces, and a community garden. Our goal is to attract a dynamic mix of tenants from across sectors who share our vision of sustainability and community connection.

Importantly, the two anchor tenants, including an international school and telecom centre, currently on-site will remain a part of 1500 Birchmount’s future, ensuring continuity while the building evolves.