Rent Life spotlights the lived experiences of young adults and newcomers navigating the realities of rental housing in our region

Rising tides float all boats—It’s a metaphor for collective prosperity and shared growth. When a community thrives, it creates momentum that can lift everyone up, for the better.

Building communities is about more than simply building homes. That’s why we foster a strong vision for what a city can be—and act on it. Today, we strengthen this commitment to action: we're officially B Corp Certified.

Caitlin McDonagh, a self-taught visual artist, leaves her vibrant mark across public spaces throughout Victoria. Her distinctive, illustrative murals draw inspiration from folklore, symbolism and the delicate interplay between humanity and the natural world.

In August 2024, we were awarded the Certificate of Recognition (COR) from WorkSafeBC, a testament to our dedication to exceeding industry standards in workplace health and safety. 

For the sake of our children—and the quality of our communities—we need to legalize the complete neighbourhood again. Learn from Luke Mari, Principal of Development, why housing alone is not enough. 


We caught up with with Jessica and Omar, residents of Aryze's rental building, Centro, who moved from Mexico City to Victoria two years ago to pursue their careers and enjoy a slower pace of life on the island.

Couple sitting outside of apartment building. 

We visited the Freeman Fabrication shop and chatted with Bronté Freeman about her journey into the trades, her experiences building a strong, cohesive team and her plans for growing the business.

Three female metal fabrication workers standing in their workshop 

Ever noticed these basic four-storey buildings around Victoria? Built in the 1960s and 1970s, these homes were a response to a housing crisis, similar to what we are experiencing today. 

Aryze partnered with four distinct governments to take a step towards providing much-needed, affordable homes for the Songhees Community Members. 

Arzye Songhees Admirals Rd groundbreaking construction ceremony

For couple Tadzio and Liz, the townhome typology created the perfect opportunity to enter the market with less homeowner hassle and an enriched urban fabric.

Melanie Ransome is the Director of Communications & Engagement at Aryze and a seasoned strategist in marketing, branding and community building.

Led by Aryze Construction Project Manager, Michelle Griffin, the home features seven bedrooms, including a wheelchair-accessible unit, shared bathrooms, a communal kitchen and living spaces.

At a press conference announcing new housing action plan Luke Mari outlines how these changes can add much needed family friendly housing in neighbourhoods throughout the province. Watch the video to learn more.

Luke Mari David Evy new action plan to address housing crisis news video

Victoria developer responds to the Province's major plan to combat the housing crisis.

We're looking forward to sharing more about Centro, our new purpose built rental building, located at 1025 Kings Road. 

Homeowner Ann shares what she loves most about her new home at Rhodo in Fairfield and what motivated her to make the leap from Ontario to Vancouver Island. 

Watch an interview with architect Franc D'Ambrosio to learn more about the RiffCity concept—an enhanced site design at this year's Rifflandia Festival, reinforcing the benefits of city-building.

Introducing Olivia Wheater who leads many of our urban infill projects as a Development Manager 


A shipping-container ­village for those without homes prepares to celebrate its one-year anniversary in May.

Introducing Kurt Filan, an integral part of our construction team

A modern rowhouse development in Victoria, BC, brings new thinking to an age-old typology.

The possibilities of tackling climate change with construction technologies and building code by Andrew Chapman, one of our Project Managers.

Do you share our vision for the future of the Quadra Village neighbourhood? 

Creative infill development built by Aryze has been recognized by the Architecture Foundation of British Columbia

During a recent community-based research project, UVic geography students created a story map—an interactive website for the community to learn more about the people living in the transitional tiny home community being built at 940 Caledonia Ave.

Introducing Katherine Davies, VP of Operations 

We are excited to join a global collective of like-minded developers who share similar aspirations and work towards improving standards and practices within the industry.

Find out where to pick up your copy and how to participate in a social media contest.

Introducing Chris Quigley, the latest addition to our development team. 

Learn how infill development makes room for increased greenspace, benefiting the community as a whole in the Capital Daily op-ed by our development coordinator, Leigh Stickle. 

An exploration of efficient, densified and attainable housing

Our Principal, Development Lead Luke Mari joins Joe Perkins on the MicCHEK podcast to discuss population growth in Victoria

In this edition of Road to Recovery with Douglas Magazine, CHEK’s Jasmine Bala sits down with Ryan Goodman, principal and general manager of Aryze Developments.

A Decades-Old Home in British Columbia Is Reborn as an Art-Filled Haven

“It’s not about the housing; it’s about who is housed.”

Do we demolish and rebuild, or refurbish and renovate to preserve what we have even though the costs are higher?

HousingHub project to bring 64 new affordable rental spaces by Spring 2021.

The houses – previously located at 1712 and 1720 Fairfield Rd. – were moved to make room for the Rhodo townhouse project, a collection of town homes by real estate developer Aryze.

A Victoria home set to be demolished got a spooky makeover this fall when a group of climate activists and artists came together to create a public art project in the Fifth Street house.

D’Arcy Jones Creates a Multi-Gen Marvel in Victoria, B.C.

Aryze on CTV News discussing urban infill housing

Peak inside a climate anxiety haunted house

A trendy new development will soon be breaking ground in Victoria, B.C. and it's inspired by the TV show Friends.

Want to Show People What Their City Could Be? Build It.

Some members of the Gonzales neighbourhood are unhappy about new development.

“Our aim has been to retain the timeless qualities we love, while creating a home that functions well and matches how we live today.”

New Generation of Builders Make Exciting Changes in Construction Industry

Together with Aaron of Licker Geospatial Consulting Co. we developed an interactive map to reveal interesting trends in how Victoria is developing as a city.

Home Tour: Murray And Valerie Nunns' Luxurious Tudor Style Home

Sidney Approves Peninsula’s first “zero parking” residential building

NHL Players Revive a Classic Tofino Property

Aryze and Purdey Group propose one of Islands first multifamily residential buildings to incorporate rooftop solar technology.

Here's what happens when you wheel two wood-fired saunas onto Clover Point to set the stage for a little neighbourly interaction.

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