EllisDon Developments

About EllisDon Developments

EllisDon Developments, a division of EllisDon Capital, is a leading Canadian construction and development company with a rich history, impressive growth, and a portfolio of successful projects. Here is an overview of EllisDon Developments, including its history, growth, and past projects:

History of EllisDon Developments

• EllisDon was founded in 1951 by brothers Don and David Ellis Smith in London, Ontario. Over the years, the company has grown to become one of the top five construction companies in North America and the largest in Canada, with offices in 15 countries worldwide.
• The company has received numerous awards for its environmental sustainability, company management, and corporate culture, including the 2021 Canadian Construction Association Environmental Achievement Award and Deloitte’s Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies.

Growth and Expansion

• EllisDon has recently expanded its scope by venturing into the development industry with the creation of EllisDon Developments. This new arm of the company allows it to take on private residential and commercial projects in addition to its existing capabilities in public projects.
• With over 5,000 employees across 15 national and international offices, EllisDon has become a leader in every sector of the construction industry. The company’s annual revenue is approximately $5 billion.
• EllisDon has also embraced digital transformation, launching its new division called Building Digital to highlight its innovative approach to construction and project management.

Past Projects

• EllisDon Developments has delivered 54 Public-Private Partnership projects over the last 20 years, demonstrating its expertise in developing complex and large-scale projects.
• The company has been involved in the construction of various types of buildings, including residential condominiums, purpose-built rentals, mixed-use, and commercial developments.
• Some of EllisDon’s notable past projects include a 61-unit affordable housing development in London, Ontario, in partnership with the City of London, and a multi-residential development in Sudbury, Ontario, featuring a 9,000-square-foot, three-story building.
• EllisDon’s unique approach to project delivery, which involves financially modeling, design and prototyping, and physical construction, allows the company to mitigate risks from three separate perspectives and ensure successful project outcomes.
• The company’s extensive experience, quality, and reliability, combined with its interdisciplinary teams of experts, have made it a trusted partner for both public and private sector clients in delivering innovative, sustainable, and design-centric buildings