Jeremy Kenemy

We put you in the driver’s seat when you face your landlord.

Working with the latest research, trends, and comparative analyses, we work hand-in-hand with you as we follow a proven disciplined process to fulfill your real estate requirements. Whether leasing new space, negotiating a renewal, buying, or selling, we keep you in a position of strength.

It’s all about serving you promptly, proactively, and going the extra mile.

As Zig Ziglar said, “There are no traffic jams on the extra mile.”

The extra mile means you’re always informed in a timely way, so you can make enlightened decisions and maintain control of the negotiation.

It means negotiating a last-minute cancellation right. Or a cap on operating expenses. Or perhaps, extra funds for tenant improvements. The extra mile - it’s where we live and shine.

That’s why our clients, when we surveyed 50 of them, consistently ranked ‘trust” as the top quality they valued in our partnership. But we prefer to let our clients speak, here.

For every real estate transaction you’re involved in, your landlord/owner may have closed hundreds. To level the playing field, we become part of your team.

When you work with us, it’s good to know that your mandate is being supported by the resources of the world’s #1 commercial real estate company, according to Fortune magazine.

With 20 years of experience in the Greater Montreal Area, Team Kenemy has the expertise, reputation, and track record to deliver your peace of mind.

To maximize its value for your business, your leasing mandate demands a team of experts.

From advisory experts to workplace strategists, project managers, and building appraisers, we operate as a fully integrated, revenue-sharing team. So it's in our interest to work together to protect your interests.

To help you make the best real estate decisions at the right time, we update you with the latest data from our research department, one of the most cited sources in real estate media.

The numbers have to make sense. Having handled more transactions than any other firm, we have the data and insights to help you make fiscally prudent decisions.

Remember, what you don’t know can hurt you. As a full-service commercial real estate firm, we have the breadth of expertise to ensure that the known “unknowns” are taken into account in your real estate transaction.

Together, we build a defendable business case that generates buy-in from your team.

More than a place to work, your office or lab space needs to support your team’s productivity and well-being.

Our in-house workplace strategists take the latest global office design trends and adapt them to help you maximize productivity, nurture your corporate culture, and attract and retain employees.

It won’t – not a penny; Landlords pay us an industry-standard commission regardless of where the tenant leases. So building “A” does not offer better commissions than Building “B.”

In fact, a good broker will always save tenants money compared to what they would negotiate on their own. That’s because a good broker generates value and creates leverage that makes landlords fight for the privilege of leasing to you.

An unhappy customer doesn’t lead to repeat business.

Because we’re in this business for the long term – 20 years and counting — we always negotiate for space that optimally meets our clients’ needs and saves them money, while protecting them from signing unfavourable, inflexible leases.

We do show “everything.”

As part of our proven structured approach to a leasing mandate, we obtain a clear picture of our client’s particular needs. We then present a wide range of options for consideration, knowing full well that some options are less than a perfect fit.

As a result, our clients benefit from an overview of the pros and cons of their various options, which enables them to make a final selection with peace of mind.

Your landlord may be a good buddy, but their goal is still to pocket the most rent possible.

As good brokers hired by you, our goal is to save you as much money as possible.

In spite of these opposing goals, landlords like to work with us for several reasons. We bring them potential tenants. We understand their language. And they can count on a professional business process during negotiations.

Furthermore, as a savvy intermediary, our team can have those uncomfortable landlord conversations you’d prefer to avoid, and help protect your landlord/tenant relationship.

As licensed professionals, brokers are regulated by the OACIQ, which “ensures the protection of members of the public who enlist the services of real estate brokerage professionals.”

When a broker has a mandate from a client, they have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest. For Team Kenemy, this commitment isn’t simply business. It’s personal.

It won’t – not a penny; Landlords pay us an industry-standard commission regardless of where the tenant leases. So building “A” does not offer better commissions than Building “B.”

In fact, a good broker will always save tenants money compared to what they would negotiate on their own. That’s because a good broker generates value and creates leverage that makes landlords fight for the privilege of leasing to you.

An unhappy customer doesn’t lead to repeat business.

Because we’re in this business for the long term – 20 years and counting — we always negotiate for space that optimally meets our clients’ needs and saves them money, while protecting them from signing unfavourable, inflexible leases.

We do show “everything.”

As part of our proven structured approach to a leasing mandate, we obtain a clear picture of our client’s particular needs. We then present a wide range of options for consideration, knowing full well that some options are less than a perfect fit.

As a result, our clients benefit from an overview of the pros and cons of their various options, which enables them to make a final selection with peace of mind.

Your landlord may be a good buddy, but their goal is still to pocket the most rent possible.

As good brokers hired by you, our goal is to save you as much money as possible.

In spite of these opposing goals, landlords like to work with us for several reasons. We bring them potential tenants. We understand their language. And they can count on a professional business process during negotiations.

Furthermore, as a savvy intermediary, our team can have those uncomfortable landlord conversations you’d prefer to avoid, and help protect your landlord/tenant relationship.

As licensed professionals, brokers are regulated by the OACIQ, which “ensures the protection of members of the public who enlist the services of real estate brokerage professionals.”

When a broker has a mandate from a client, they have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest. For Team Kenemy, this commitment isn’t simply business. It’s personal.

"Finding the right space, setting it up, and moving into it in the midst of a pandemic is a real challenge. A challenge that would not have been possible without Team Kenemy who was attentive to our needs and who handled all the steps for us with great flexibility, from the visit of the premises to the lease execution. A big thank you!"

“Jeremy and Team, just a quick note to say “thank you” for being so fabulous to work with. As you know, I had to get special permission to deviate from our mandated NA Real Estate Brokerage firm but it was an easy sell. We have worked together for many years and I knew that if I wanted the best result, I had to work with you and your team. Not only do you know the market but you know the players/landlords and are able to steer us in the right direction. You will never know how much I appreciate your knowledge and style. Over the many years that we’ve worked together, we have established a wonderful working relationship and one that I will treasure. Trust me when I say “you are one of a kind” and I wish you many successes in the future.”

“As a Montreal-based biotech startup in a new burgeoning field, finding a typical industrial setup was out of the question. I needed a biotech zoned area with potential buildout from a landlord. Jeremy has great relationships with life science landlords that make these types of leases easier for a startup. Jeremy and Ralf are relentless in the pursuit of a perfect locale for our company, and we found it! Having dedicated real estate brokers with deep experience in the life sciences industry assured us of a successful factory search.”

“This was the first time we had worked with Jeremy and his team and I would recommend them to anyone who needs a commercial real estate brokerage team. Despite being in a landlords market, the CBRE team were able to secure us a strong lease with our needs well represented. They brought the right level of know-how, open communication and negotiation skills to the table and I truly enjoyed the journey with the team.”

“The CBRE team allowed us to assess all the options that were available in the market when we gave them the mandate to find us new premises. Jeremy Kenemy and his team were available and responded to our questions and requests promptly. We knew we were listened to and very well advised. Remarkable work and absence of worry, knowing that the mandate would be executed perfectly. Thank you. As soon as the opportunity arises, we will not hesitate to refer you again.”

“Your continual offerings of webinars have been very helpful in understanding how others are thinking and planning for the Post Covid Environment.”

“I have worked with Jeremy and his team in my last three lease negotiations and they have consistently provided excellent service. Their knowledge of the marketplace is exemplary; they focus on client satisfaction and their attention to detail is second to none. I would highly recommend the CBRE team for your next office renewal or relocation.”

“Jeremy is a very loyal, professional and smart person. Never did I think that I would fully trust a real estate agent in my life, but I do trust Jeremy 100%. I know that with him, I will obtain the best solution, and I trust his input and recommendations throughout the duration of the transaction.”

“As a company, we have worked with CBRE on a number of projects both in Quebec and Ontario that ranged from facility leases to purchases of land to selling of existing buildings. In all cases, Jeremy and his team have provided us with full service, were highly responsive and easy to work with. We trust them and they have always delivered.”

“Jeremy Kenemy and the team at CBRE have been a great partner to Framestore since the start of our business in Montreal in 2013. They found us our initial location, which has been a great success, and helped us to quickly expand into contiguous space. They are great negotiators and communicators, always keeping us up to date and work long hours to make sure a deal goes through.”

“Jeremy and his team have supported us in the best way possible. They were really focused on the long-term view of our business and believed they could be an enhancer of our growth. They clearly served our interests in a selfless way.”

“Jeremy and his team did an outstanding job of walking us through all of our options and finding us the perfect solution for our needs. The circumstances were unique, but his knowledge and professionalism helped make an otherwise complex experience quite simple. We also were able to leverage his vast network to build out the space we had envisioned.”

“Jeremy’s team = true professionals ... dedicated to their clients and their goals. Efficient but always kind and a great sense of listening animates them.”

“Jeremy and the team were amazing to deal with. Like many commercial brokers they were highly driven, but they always focused on creating value for me, the client. They worked hard, were incredibly service oriented and always left me feeling I could trust them and their recommendations. I saw them as my trusted advisors, as opposed to consultants who simply “put a deal together”. Keep up the great work JK!”

“Having access to the specialist in the pharma industry, well connected and aware of the local market conditions; people that I can trust and have fun with while getting the best possible deal, is what I get when dealing with Jeremy and the CBRE team.”

“Jeremy and his team at CBRE have always kept us informed of market trends in the area of our office. He brings a personal touch to the business relationship, which is appreciated.”

“As soon as I have a rental opportunity, I think of my team of CBRE advisers. They earned my trust to protect my interests. During a potential transaction, I am in constant communication with them. Their experience, their deep understanding of my rental needs and their informed analysis of my different options always ensure that I am equipped to make the best decisions.”