Jonathan Gitlin
President & CEO, RioCan REIT
Jonathan Gitlin is listed as President & CEO, RioCan REIT. Jonathan is scheduled to speak at Toronto Real Estate Forum 2026 on 3 December 2026.
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About
Jonathan leads RioCan’s major market strategy to evolve Canada’s most adaptable portfolio and drive unitholder value. His focus is on delivering sustainable growth and fostering a results-driven corporate culture. Since joining RioCan in 2005, Jonathan has been instrumental in reshaping the Trust’s portfolio, from managing its secondary market disposition program to launching RioCan’s residential portfolio, RioCan Living. He is a decisive and dynamic leader who works closely with the highly experienced senior management team to mobilize and empower RioCan’s expert talent. Prior to joining RioCan, Jonathan was a real estate lawyer at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. He graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1998 and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Western Ontario. Jonathan is deeply engaged in the Toronto community and actively contributes to several non-profit organizations. He serves on the boards of Sinai Health, Sinai Health Foundation, and REALPAC. Additionally, he
Upcoming
Toronto Real Estate Forum 2026 2 December 2026 – 3 December 2026
- Meet the Experts Speaker · 3 December 2026
- The future of Canadian REITs: navigating consolidation and opportunity Panellist · 3 December 2026
Spoke alongside
People who have shared a session with Jonathan at events on B2DB.
- John D. Worth Executive Vice President, Research and Investor Outreach · Nareit 2 shared sessions
- Kate MacDonald Vice President, Portfolio Manager, Global Equity (Real Estate) · BMO Global Asset Management 2 shared sessions
- Rael Diamond President & CEO · Choice Properties REIT 1 shared session