Our history
BST Canada is the Canadian division of BST Group, which is a family-controlled and managed company established over 50 years ago by the late Mr. Badi Tannous. What began as a simple construction company where Mr. Tannous laid bricks, evolved into an international real estate development and investment corporation.
In the 1990s, we expanded into Europe and became active in Germany, Romania, Poland and Georgia. The inception of our Canadian branch followed several years later in 2000.
In 2022, one of Israel’s largest institutional investors, the Phoenix Group, acquired 20% of the BST Group alongside the Tannous family. This partnership has been instrumental in the advancement of our real estate enterprise over the last few years. Most recently, 2023 marked the year BST expanded its investment operation into the UK.
Today, we are one of Israel’s leading real estate groups with a global footprint in Europe and North America. In both residential and commercial real estate markets, our reputation precedes us as a company capable of elevating the stature and use of particular buildings and producing unmatched value for our partners.
Hands-on approach
From acquisition and planning, right through to construction, high-end interior fitting and renovation, all aspects of our operation are managed and executed by BST. We embody a collaborative and diligent approach to projects, which can be seen at the ground level all the way up to our C-level executive and leadership teams. By actively engaging in productive teamwork, we are able to consistently deliver exceptional results.
A passion to create
From first generation to second, ingrained in the DNA of the family behind BST is a strong desire to build and create. Exemplified in our corporate investment strategy, the ultimate success comes from our use of cutting-edge technologies and tactics to create the highest quality properties, astutely aligned with specific local needs and delivering attractive returns to our partners.
Rooted in a commitment to give back
Not only do we strive to make meaningful impacts directly through our real estate investments, but we also give back to local communities through the Tannous Foundation charitable organization.
Valuing our people
From our employees and clients, right through to our investment partners, we deeply value every individual we work with. We aim to foster long-term relationships and do everything in our power to make people feel as though they are integral parts of the BST family. With a culture characterized by respect, collaboration, diligent work ethic and compassion, we care for one another and work together in order to create impactful and outstanding results .