How Tariffs Are Reshaping Industrial Real Estate: Insights from Mitchell Blaine, EVP at JLL

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In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Podcast, hosts Aaron Cameron and Adam Powadiuk sit down with Mitchell Blaine, EVP at JLL, to dissect Southwestern Ontario’s evolving CRE landscape. Blaine offers insights across office, retail, industrial, and multi-family sectors, from post-COVID office trends to shifting industrial demand impacted by tariffs. Tune in for bold predictions on market recovery and discover how secondary markets, from Windsor to Milton, are adapting to economic headwinds and emerging investment opportunities.

What we discuss:

• Deep dive into Southwestern Ontario’s distinct real estate submarkets
• Analysis of post-COVID office dynamics and emerging tenant preferences
• Impact of US-Canada tariffs on industrial development and leasing
• Current state of multi-family development and market challenges
• Expert predictions on market recovery timing and investment opportunities

Mitchell Blaine is an Executive Vice President at JLL Canada with 20 years of expertise in Southwestern Ontario’s commercial real estate market. Over his distinguished career, Mitchell has completed more than 1,175 transactions totaling $3.57 billion, earning the trust of global, national, and local clients alike. Recognized consistently as a top performer, he combines deep market knowledge with exceptional problem-solving, clear communication, and unwavering transparency. Mitchell’s client-first approach and relentless commitment to delivering results have solidified his reputation as a trusted advisor and leader in one of Canada’s most dynamic and evolving CRE regions.

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