Grosvenor Property Canada has announced the appointment of a new executive leadership team to lead its operations, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Canada as a core market within the Group's recently renewed international urban property strategy. The announcement was made on May 11, 2026, from Vancouver, BC.
Internal Promotions Drive Regional Growth
The internal promotions are part of a revised international urban property strategy aimed at advancing regional growth. The new leadership team includes Graham Drexel, who assumes the roles of Chief Operating and Financial Officer; Robert Duteau, promoted to Executive Vice President of Investment, leading both Investment and Asset Management in Canada; Michael Ward, promoted to Executive Vice President of Development, overseeing Development and Private Capital; and Jane Goode, who becomes Executive Vice President of People & Performance, responsible for talent, capability, and communication.
Focus on Major Developments
Based in Vancouver, the business is focused on delivering major mixed-use and industrial developments across Metro Vancouver and beyond. Key projects include Brentwood Block, Annacis Island, and Broadmead Village. At Brentwood Block, Grosvenor is delivering one of the largest development programs in its Canadian history, creating 1,279 new rental homes alongside 160,000 square feet of commercial space and 451 condominiums in its first phase. On Annacis Island, Canada's first industrial park developed by Grosvenor in 1955, the company is repositioning 185 acres of industrial land as a modern, future-ready logistics and manufacturing hub. The recent acquisition of a 100% interest in Broadmead Village on Vancouver Island further strengthens the portfolio.
Leadership Comments
James Raynor, Chief Executive of Grosvenor Property, commented on the appointments: "These internal promotions reflect the depth of talent within our Canadian business and our confidence in the opportunities ahead. This team brings deep local expertise and a proven track record of growing platforms, delivering complex projects and building strong teams. Together, they will drive the next phase of our growth in Canada." Raynor added: "Canada has been central to Grosvenor's international property investment story for more than 70 years. With this leadership team in place, we are well positioned to deliver our development goals and expand our investment capabilities, leveraging our scale, capital, brand and long-term commitment to quality."
Continued Commitment to Canada
Grosvenor has been active in Canada for nearly 75 years. The refreshed strategy is centred on a clear pipeline of high-quality projects and continued capital deployment through Grosvenor's Private Capital and Structured Development Finance programme. The new executive team will oversee operational excellence within the investment property portfolio and drive the next phase of growth in the Canadian market.
