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Minto Communities GTA

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On the map: New Long Branch project combines condo convenience with townhome roominess

South Etobicoke’s Long Branch neighbourhood has long been a place where things meet: the land and the lake, diverse cultures, railway lines and transit routes — and now, with the launch of Minto Communities’ Westshore project, condo and townhome design.

A new approach to mid-rise living in Etobicoke

A new spin on the stacked townhome concept is promised to boost missing middle housing typologies in the Greater Toronto Area.

Beyond the bricks and mortar: 100k Homes Built

When brothers Louis, Gilbert, Irving and Lorry Greenberg built their first modest house in Ottawa’s Heron Gate neighbourhood in 1955, they probably didn’t dream that their development firm would build its 100,000th residential property 68 years later.

Minto Communities unveils Westshore: Urban Townhomes in South Etobicoke

An urban oasis that’s just minutes from Toronto’s downtown core. Westshore is designed with eco-friendliness in mind and offers modern townhomes to cater to a wide range of potential buyers' needs.

Westshore community rolls out first phase of townhomes

As part of its efforts to bolster missing middle housing options across the Greater Toronto Area, Minto Communities GTA has introduced the first phase of its Westshore development in South Etobicoke.

Minto Communities celebrates 100,000 homes built across North America

From its founding in 1955, Minto has dedicated itself to constructing homes for families and individuals, and fostering vibrant neighbourhoods.

Minto milestone: Firm celebrates 100,000th home closing

Respect, consistency and a willingness to diversify are the values underpinning Minto Communities' longevity as it closes its 100,000th housing sale and plans ahead for its 200,000th closing.

Minto emphasizes diverse lifestyles in Oshawa's Heights of Harmony Phase II

168 townhomes offer designs for entry-level buyers, young families, people moving to larger homes

Minto Communities unveils Phase II of award-winning Heights of Harmony development

Minto Communities and The Heights of Harmony, which earned the title for Phase 1 of the master-planned community in Oshawa’s Kedron neighbourhood, unveiled Phase II, with a variety of architectural styles amidst a new parkette, giving residents a sense of peaceful living while enjoying the convenience of urban amenities.

Press Releases

Minto Communities Joins IWBI’s WELL for Residential Program

To help catalyze and spur leadership in health and well-being across the residential sector, Minto Communities is participating in a first-of-its-kind program aimed at establishing IWBI’s new global standard for healthier and more resilient homes

Minto Communities GTA launches Westshore, a new urban townhome community delivering missing middle housing to Toronto’s Long Branch neighbourhood

Working with leading international architecture firm BDP Quadrangle, Westshore’s first phase brings an all-in-one housing solution for first-time buyers, growing families and empty nesters.

Minto Communities Celebrates Milestone with 100,000 Homes Built across North America

Minto Communities, a leading force in real estate development is celebrating the completion of 100,000 homes built across North America.

Minto Communities set to launch of Phase II of the award-winning “The Heights of Harmony” master-planned community, offering flexible housing options for new homebuyers, growing families and multi-generational households

Located in North Oshawa’s Kedron neighbourhood, the Heights of Harmony community highlights Minto’s continued commitment to building well-designed and flexible homes in Durham Region - one of Canada’s fastest growing communities

Minto Communities GTA breaks ground on the award-winning “The Heights of Harmony” master-planned community in Oshawa

Located in Durham Region — one of the fastest growing regions in the world — The Heights of Harmony increases housing options for families and brings Net Zero upgrades to the forefront of development

Minto Communities GTA and Metropia unveil Markham’s First Net Zero Home

Located within the master-planned Union Village community, the Net Zero home will produce as much energy as it consumes in a one-year period through a series of innovative features while improving homeowner comfort.

Minto Communities wins multiple 2022 OHBA Awards of Distinction including Special Recognition Award

An industry leader, Minto Communities took home awards in nearly every category including the Best Amenity award for Towers 1 and 2 of the North Oak project in Oakville.

North Oak Tower 3 Release Offers More Sustainable Living Options in Growing Oakville Community

Located within the master-planned Oakvillage development by Minto Communities GTA, North Oak Tower 3 brings biophilic design to a wellness-inspired complete community model.

Minto Communities GTA takes home eight wins at the DRHBA Awards

Master-planned community The Heights of Harmony wins four home production design awards, following the acquisition of two new sites in Brooklin and Courtice earlier this year.

The future is full of promise.

The industry recognition we’ve received over the years is something that we are proud of. It is a testament that we are building on our promise to build better homes. From thoughtfully and sustainably designed homes and vibrant communities, to quality service and construction, we strive for greatness in everything we do.

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