We’re not in the business of building buildings. We’re in the business of connecting people with essential places they want.
We don’t build offices or business parks, but studios, classrooms, labs and headquarters. We don’t offer retail opportunities but rather shops, cafes, practices and ultimately livelihoods.
We don’t see buildings, we see the people inside the buildings. We walk in the same shoes as those who live and work within our buildings, our team.
Development horsepower
We have a proven track record of finding win-win solutions for our communities and stakeholders.
49+
active projects
across the Lower Mainland
1,749
residential units
under construction
800+
sub-trades
on Wesgroup job sites every day
6,440
residential strata units
in permit process
1.6MSQFT
under construction
938
rental units
in permit process
390KSQFT
commercial & industrial space
under construction
Horsepower all under one roof
What started as a local family business in British Columbia over 60 years ago has grown to become one of Western Canada’s largest, and most respected private real estate organizations. Wesgroup is proud to have built more than 7,000 homes and over 100 communities while managing over 3 million square feet of commercial property as well. All of this is possible because of the industry’s best in-house horsepower that Wesgroup maintains all under one roof.
01Acquisitions
Think Big and Long Term.
Years of experience over many real estate landscapes has provided us with the ability to creatively find solutions that enable the finest development opportunities to serve our communities.
02Finance / Capital Lending
Strength in numbers.
Our in-house finance team maintains relationships with lenders, sourcing transactions directly. This reduces the need for brokerage services and fosters stronger connections with capital partners. Our strength and strategic relationships give us the ability to act quickly to take advantage of market opportunities as they emerge.
03Development
From conception to completion.
Our talented development team is involved in every aspect of a Wesgroup project. From conception to completion, they are the quarterback leading our projects. They oversee our multi-disciplinary internal teams and external consultants, and work with government authorities for approvals, manage community consultation, and are vital in the design of all of our projects.
04Sales & Marketing
Employing real-time strategies.
Wesgroup maintains both sales and marketing in-house to market and sell all its projects. By prioritizing direct relationship with buyers and agents, Wesgroup has access to real-time information to direct strategies, optimize product mix, and take advantage of changing buyer sentiment, ensuring we build the right project for our customers.
05Construction
Building for the future.
Having Wesgroup Contracting Ltd. act as the in-house General Contractor for Wesgroup Properties’ projects brings a wide range of benefits that enhance our competitive advantage. Unlike a typical General Contractor process, this resource means decisions can be made quickly while ensuring uncompromised quality control thanks to direct collaboration with various stakeholders.
06Leasing
Developing lasting relationships.
At Wesgroup, authentic relationships are at the foundation of our success. We pride ourselves on being there for our valued tenants—from the original deal throughout the full term of their tenancy. It’s also the reason we have developed outstanding relationships with the brokerage community to ensure we’re always on top of the market, trends, and forecasts.
07Asset Management
Optimizing the value of income properties.
Asset management is a multi-disciplinary process that includes business planning, leasing, capital planning, operational efficiency, reporting and environmental stewardship. By maintaining an in-house team of professionals, Wesgroup has a full 360 degree view of its income properties from tenant relations to operational performance. This knowledge equips us with valuable insights to provide innovative real estate solutions to our customers and the market.
08Customer Care
‘Customer care’ is not a title. It’s a promise.
Our dedicated Customer Care Team is committed to providing an amazing experience for each purchaser, before, during, and after completion. As an integral part of every Wesgroup project, they are involved right from the very beginning—everything from quality control and building completion, to the New Home Warranty program and beyond. This gives our team incredible insight and knowledge that will serve homeowners for years to come.
Wesgroup is a mission-based company.
Wesgroup’s mission is to add real value to people’s lives.
We care for our people, tenants, and communities through the environmental and socially responsible stewardship of our growing collection of properties.
Judge a company by the values they keep.
The values Wesgroup was founded on still hold true today. They guide us in our decision making and inform how we conduct our business. Most importantly, they have fostered a culture that keeps us genuinely connected to each other, to our customers and partners, and to the communities we are part of.
These are the values we live by:
Accountability
We take ownership and responsibility for our actions and hold others accountable to do the same.
Adaptability
We proactively adapt and evolve to ensure Wesgroup’s long-term success.
Relationships
We nurture and maintain all relationships with the long-term in mind.
The Golden Rule
We treat people how we would want to be treated – with respect, empathy, and honesty.
OUR HISTORY
Our history of many firsts
1956
Wesik Construction begins building its first residential single family homes.
1964
The first wood frame rental building is completed for new tenants.
1967
Three concrete high rise towers are introduced to the West End.
1971
The Colony Club, Wesgroup’s first retail building is introduced to the market.
1976
Wesgroup’s first industrial building on Telegraph Trail is completed.
1980
Despite the industry’s lack of confidence in Vancouver’s real estate and economy, Wesgroup begins purchasing land and assets where we see potential.
1994
Heritage Woods, the first master planned 300 acre community in Port Moody is completed.
2004
Two new master planned communities are acquired – River District in South Vancouver and Brewery District in New Westminster.
2007
Phase 1 of construction at the Paclink industrial site begins.
2010
Construction begins at Brewery District’s 9-acre site in the Sapperton neighbourhood of New Westminster.
2012
Fedex officially becomes a tenant and moves in to the Packlink Industrial Park.
2020
Wesgroup completes construction on 900+ homes in River District.
Leadership is a relationship
Beau Jarvis
President & Chief Executive Officer
Beau is Wesgroup’s charismatic leader who forms the long-term vision and direction of Wesgroup and its employees. While he has been involved in the execution of and delivery of thousands of homes and millions of square feet of buildings, Beau’s real strength is immersing himself into the strategic and operational direction of the company. Inspiring people comes naturally to Beau, specifically leading and fostering the development of the executive team to exceed Wesgroup’s corporate objectives.
“Without a vision people have no purpose and as a leader it is a rewarding part of my work to inspire our team to be a part of something very big here.”
David Waldref
Executive Vice President
David’s role is to guide strategic initiatives at Wesgroup. He leads the team in all capital planning aspects of the business as they relate to achieving the long-term goals of the company. A visionary leader, David’s approach is to instill a vision to achieve the unexpected, while helping employees grow in responsible ways to benefit the communities in which they serve.
“What drives me? Seeing the places we have built come to life, all while knowing we did it in a socially responsible way.”
Gary Thompson
Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer
Taking on the role of two key officers, Gary is responsible for establishing strategic policy, aligning goals, and elevating company standards—while simultaneously guiding our Accounting and Tax teams. Pursuing excellence across the entire organization, Gary is tasked with tightening the overall fabric of Wesgroup and ensuring all team members are on-point to achieve our long-range corporate objectives.
“I take great satisfaction in helping people grow professionally and personally, while challenging them to grow the organization in a responsible manner.”
As a senior leader for acquisitions and asset management, Derick’s role entails him to be an entrepreneurial, creative, and pragmatic problem solver. Eager to help the people he works with on a daily basis grow and advance in their careers, he epitomizes Wesgroup’s values in the community as a public ambassador for the organization.
“I’m passionate about green buildings and want to help grow that commitment into an even bigger part of our business.”
Rabih Zahnan
Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Construction
Rabih has over 20 years of extensive experience in construction and real estate development across North America and internationally. His primary role includes overseeing construction, preconstruction, customer care, interior design, and leading innovation in construction technology. Rabih has held various executive positions in the US, focusing on operations and business strategy while also serving on the executive committee for the YPO Construction Industry Network Board, educating members on advancements in construction technology and management processes.
“Each project is an opportunity to create something exceptional, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in construction and design.”
Brad Jones
Senior Vice President, Development
Brad oversees Wesgroup’s Development, Sales, and Marketing Groups. In addition, he’s also responsible for project design, community consultation, and government relations. With a background in Urban and Regional Planning, he has been involved in the design, approval and delivery of nearly 4,000 homes, over 4.5 million square feet of built space, and 2.4 billion in project values.
“My passion is creating great spaces to live and work while having a positive impact in the communities we work in. Working through complex challenges with our internal teams and seeing the end result – people living in communities we’ve designed and built – is the highlight for me.”
Alisha Scichilone
Vice President, People & Culture
Alisha leads Wesgroup’s people and culture strategy and team. Leveraging her extensive strategic and operational global HR and business experience, Alisha oversees all people programs, internal communications, office services, and Wesgroup’s employment brand. She and her team partner closely with leaders to ensure our people programs are designed and implemented with a focus on attracting, developing, and retaining our incredibly diverse talent, while fostering Wesgroup’s culture and values every step of the way.
“We have a truly amazing team and culture here at Wesgroup; it’s rare, and I never take that for granted. I am inspired every day by the smart, talented, kind and generous people that work here.”
Malcolm Shield
Vice President, Sustainability
Malcolm brings a wealth of local, national, and international experience in overseeing Wesgroup’s ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) strategy and Wesgroup Energy – the company’s low carbon utility efforts. Having developed ESG strategy for over a decade, he plays an active role in helping Wesgroup build better communities and make business decisions that benefit everyone’s long-term interests.
“I want to make ESG tangible. The world we are heading into is very different from the past, and I want to actively shape that future.”
David Grout
General Counsel
David leads Wesgroup’s internal legal services department that provides legal advice to various departments while supporting them in commercial agreements, corporate structuring, governance, policies, and risk management. David is committed to growing a legal team that’s known to be sharp and technically sound, but also very practical and commercially-minded.
“I love the challenge we have been given as a company to keep looking for new and creative ways to improve what we do and how we do it.”
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