About Rob

Rob Iwaschuk, started his career with Avison Young in 1994 after completing his Bachelor of Commerce Degree at the University of Alberta and an internship at Cadillac Fairview. A Principal with Avison Young, since 2002, he specializes in all aspects of the Industrial Market. Rationalization of facilities, land assemblies, lease renewals, sales, leasing, strategic planning, consulting and significant investment sales are just part of the services Rob has provided to his clients.

Robs pragmatic no nonsense business approach to real estate combined with proactive forward thinking, has earned him a reputation as one of the most knowledgeable, reliable, devoted and trustworthy professionals who works hard to ensure the client is always top of mind.

This reputation is why Rob has been sought out to share his market insights speaking at the Edmonton Real Estate Forum, Boma and other events.

Rob has extensive experience in the industrial market and has brokered over 600 transactions representing over 7,000,000 square feet of real estate. Rob has also been actively involved in assembling over 1,250 acres of strategically located land for future industrial developments in the city and surrounding communities. Rob is a leader in his market and is consistently a “Top 5” producer across the country, within the Avison Young network of offices.

Some of his more notable transactions include: Wesclean Renewal (59,208 sf), WAM Capital Investments (90 acres/$47 million) MTE (300,000 sf), UAP/Napa (90,000 sf) Alberta Traffic Supply (14 acres), Gregg Properties (Building sales 250,000+ sf, Land sales 20+ acres, lease listings, multiple transactions)

Rob is proud to serve as an appointed member on the Executive Committee of Avison Young Alberta actively assisting in the strategic planning and stewardship of the Partnership. Rob also sits on the Board of Directors for AEG (Alberta Enterprise Group) and continues to assist in fundraising for Norquest College and the Capital Care Foundation.

Credentials

Professional Credentials

• Global Logistics Designation

Education and Designations

• Bachelor of Commerce – University of Alberta

“Most recently, Rob and his team assisted us in securing our first location in the Edmonton market. The creativity and negotiating power they have in the market provided us the opportunity to take advantage of a premier location at an aggressive financial package” – Greg Hatswell, General Manager, Real Estate, Craftsman Group of Companies

“Our gut feeling and decision made over 1 year ago was “right on the mark”. Avison Young have provided a very high level of service and professionalism over time.” – Reid Toreson, President & CEO, Wesclean

“Like most major companies in the Edmonton market we have been approached by several of the other commercial real estate firms. Our goal was to select one firm to handle our requirements and in our search we found the right team for the job. Avison Young won our business for several reasons. Looking back we made the right choice. Their first class approach to business, high level of customer service, accountability, responsiveness and negotiating power in the market is second to none in our opinion.” – Curt Maier, UAP

“We selected Avison Young to work with us as our advisor to achieve the best possible deal in our market. Avison Young have worked hard to continually earn our business and demonstrate that we made the right choice. In the final analysis no other team of professionals were capable of providing the level of service that we have benefited from.” – Duane Sobie, Old Dutch Foods Limited