John van Gent

With over 20 years of experience and a track record of acting on some of Canada’s largest commercial real estate financing transactions, John van Gent is “a real deal maker” who maximizes the value of his clients' portfolios.

Commercial real estate financiers, investors and owners rely on John for tailored, practical solutions for their most complex financings and transaction structures. Recognized as a top practitioner by Chambers Canada, Lexpert and The Legal 500 Canada, he serves a diverse client base that includes borrowers, leading banks and private mortgage lenders. John's expertise spans all areas of real estate finance—including syndicated and bilateral secured lending, revolving and term loans, construction credit facilities, and work-out transactions.

John is highly experienced in real estate investment structures, including joint ventures, limited partnerships, mortgage investment funds and private equity real estate funds. Both Canadian and international investors benefit from John's guidance on the trading and financing of commercial properties—spanning office buildings, retail spaces, industrial facilities, multi-family developments, seniors' housing and hospitality properties. His strategic advice on investment structures and land transfer tax planning consistently drives transaction efficiency and long-term savings for his clients.