ABOUT traditions
Traditions was launched in 2006 creating strategic partnerships with industry leaders completing its first facility in Collingwood Ontario while partnering with Chartwell Seniors Housing, - Georgian Traditions. Followed by Muskoka Traditions in Huntsville, again with Chartwell, the Traditions brand became synonymous with quality care in a unique and improved residential environment. Traditions of Durham followed with over 140 independent and assisted seniors housing units in Oshawa which became the next addition to the Traditions Seniors Housing development portfolio. Traditions evolved further partnering developments with Sienna Living (Specialty Care), Baybridge Seniors Housing (Amica), and Seasons Retirement.
In 2018 Traditions began to develop a new seniors housing initiative designed to bring a more residential environment to today’s seniors as well as a more affordable rental program that allows residents to choose services on an a la carte basis. This new program would ensure seniors would not be overcharged for their occupancy costs, all while living in an entirely new environment designed to lessen the challenges with relocation and community engagement. Our new buildings contain fully self-contained living units for all residents regardless of their care needs including ranges, dishwashers and washers, and dryers, elements not found in industry-standard specifications. Buildings feature underground parking for residents with vehicles, electric charging stations, pet spas, indoor pools, and spas, sports areas, piano/wine bars, pubs, cafes, outdoor amenities, valet, concierge, and numerous dining options that will remind you of fine resort-style living. In addition, Traditions offers its community complimentary gathering space for the local resident, where they can enjoy live entertainment, presentations, or other community gathering purposes.
The Traditions seniors model remains the operating brand name of the projects in Collingwood, Huntsville, and Oshawa and has initiated 13 seniors housing projects that have been developed, built, and currently providing housing to over 2000 Ontario seniors.
THE executive TEAM
The principals of Traditions have been designing, developing, building and managing seniors housing in Ontario since the 1980's. They have cumulatively contributed to lead the seniors housing industry with inspired and innovative living. This like-minded group of industry professionals is fully engaged to promote the Traditions’ mission of bringing an affordable housing option to Ontario seniors and their families.
Charlene Stewart: Charlene has been involved in the development and design of seniors housing for the past 12 years working with many of Canada’s leading seniors housing providers such as Baybridge, Chartwell, and Specialty Care (Sienna Living) as well as Traditions’ own private label initiatives. Charlene is schooled in interior design and focuses on seniors well being and healthy living. Charlene brings a creative flair to each development making them a unique and positive experience for its residents.
Jessica Stewart: An honours graduate of interior design at Georgian College, Jessica, began designing seniors living spaces in 2010 assisting on the Traditions Oshawa project, Traditions of Durham. Jessica has since studied universal design and memory care living, incorporating many of those features into today’s retirement communities. Jessica also works independently providing design services to her own clients and most recently Restoration Hardware.
Brianne Wieler: An honours graduate of nutrition and nutraceutical sciences at the University of Guelph, Brianne coordinates sales and administration, focusing on new project development. Brianne’s recent work experience in social media sales and marketing is a real asset to the Traditions team in positioning the company for future growth.
Bruce Stewart: Bruce has over 30 years of experience in the development, construction, and management of seniors-specific real estate. As an original partner in the founding of the Traditions brand, Bruce now provides guidance and oversight to the Traditions team in its new endeavours across the Province of Ontario.
ADVISORY BOARD
Brennan Wood: Brennan is a commercial mortgage broker with 10 years of experience and over $600 million in real estate financing in Canada and the United States. He was the Canada Mortgage Professionals' top commercial broker in Canada in 2016 and has been named to the top-producing commercial broker list since 2014. He specializes in commercial construction loans across Canada. His firm, Foundry Mortgage Capital, has 10 agents focused on all types of commercial assets.
Marcus Gillam: A seasoned professional with a long history in construction.
Bruce Stewart: A former senior executive in Toronto’s banking industry, Bruce oversaw the development and administration of over 50 multi-tenanted residential and commercial projects. Bruce began developing seniors residences in 1988 and has over 30 years of experience in the development, construction, and management of seniors-specific real estate.