Daniels Corporation – Building Communities with Heart and Vision

A Legacy from the Ground Up

Founded in 1984 by the visionary Chairman, the late John H. Daniels, The Daniels Corporation was built on a mission to shape more than just structures. With a career spanning nearly seven decades, Mr. Daniels left a lasting impact on the quality of places where people live, work, and play.

Over his career, he played a key role in developing Canadian landmarks such as the Toronto Eaton Centre, TD Centre, the 4,700-acre Erin Mills community in Mississauga, and the reclamation of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber plant in Etobicoke. This legacy of transformative development continues to guide Daniels today.

Building Homes with Heart and Purpose

For over 40 years, Daniels has led the way in real estate development across the GTA, building nearly 40,000 homes in award-winning communities. Under CEO Mitchell Cohen and President Jake Cohen, the company honors its founder’s vision with bold, people-first developments.

As a vertically integrated firm, Daniels manages the entire real estate lifecycle. Their expertise spans high-rise condominiums, purpose-built rentals, low-rise communities, and mixed-use master-planned developments. These projects often integrate affordable housing, seniors and student residences, alongside commercial, cultural, and institutional spaces.

This wide-ranging expertise makes Daniels a trusted partner for homebuyers, tenants, public-sector entities, affordable housing agencies, not-for-profit organizations, and institutional developers.

Innovation in Master-Planning

Daniels transforms underutilized land into vibrant, transit-friendly communities. Their approach integrates thoughtfully with the urban landscape, creating neighbourhoods that welcome residents, retailers, and businesses alike.

A standout example is Regent Park, where Daniels’ long-standing partnership with Toronto Community Housing has revitalized 53 of 69 acres. This project is a global model for transforming urban neighbourhoods into sustainable, thriving communities. Daniels also supports the World Urban Pavilion, a global hub promoting UN-Habitat’s Sustainable Development Goal 11 for cities by 2030.

From Toronto’s East Bayfront to the Entertainment District, Daniels communities reflect a commitment to arts, culture, and city life. Highlights include Daniels Spectrum, a 60,000 sq. ft. cultural hub in Regent Park, and Festival Tower atop TIFF Lightbox, developed in partnership with filmmaker Ivan Reitman.

Partnership-Driven Communities

Daniels’ projects thrive on strong, long-term partnerships. In Mississauga, they collaborated with Sun Life to create Skyrise, the first purpose-built rental in Erin Mills in over two decades. Other partnerships include Oxford Properties, BGO, Choice Properties, DiamondCorp, Kilmer Group, and BAIF Developments, bringing complex, inclusive communities to life.

Daniels also builds for seniors and students, partnering with Amica Senior Lifestyles, Chartwell, WellTower, and the University of Toronto to create innovative housing options across the GTA.

A People-First Approach

Daniels believes everyone deserves access to safe, stable, and inclusive housing. They have built more than 3,600 affordable homes and continue to expand purpose-built rental housing through initiatives like Daniels Gateway Rental Communities. Partnerships with Sun Life, BGO, Oxford Properties, and Choice Properties continue to deliver vibrant, professionally managed communities in Regent Park, Mississauga’s City Centre, Erin Mills, and Brampton.

The Daniels FirstHome™ Communities program supports first-time buyers with flexible ownership options and practical tools, including Homeownership 101 seminars, guiding new homeowners step by step.

Communities

• MPV 2 – Brampton: A modern, master-planned community offering a mix of low-rise and mid-rise homes, perfect for families and young professionals.
  
• The Kith Condos – Mississauga: Contemporary condominium living with easy access to transit, shopping, and local amenities.
  
• Daniels on Parliament – Toronto: A vibrant, urban community that combines modern residential design with convenient city living near downtown Toronto.
• Daniels Keelesdale Condos – Toronto: A thoughtfully designed condo community in Toronto’s Keelesdale neighbourhood, featuring stylish residences and transit-friendly access.

Why Choose Daniels

• Over 40 years of trusted experience in GTA communities.
• Expertise in mixed-use, master-planned, and rental communities.
• Commitment to affordable, inclusive, and sustainable housing.
• Strong partnerships that deliver innovative, thriving neighbourhoods.

With Daniels, you’re not just buying a home; you’re joining a vibrant, thoughtfully designed community shaped by decades of experience and a people-first philosophy.