Orbis Mortgage Group

Commercial Mortgages in Ontario

Customized commercial mortgage solutions for investors, developers, business owners, and entrepreneurs across Ontario. We work with banks, credit unions, private lenders, CMHC programs, and alternative lending institutions to structure the right financing for your goals.

$500M+

Commercial Volume Funded

across Ontario

50+

Lending Partners

banks, credit unions & private

15+

Years of Experience

in commercial real estate finance

95%

Client Approval Rate

on submitted commercial deals

Types of Commercial Mortgages Available in Ontario

Whether you are purchasing, refinancing, constructing, or expanding — we have a solution for your project.

Traditional Commercial Mortgages

Designed for the purchase or refinance of income-producing commercial properties such as office buildings, retail plazas, industrial buildings, and mixed-use properties.

  • Fixed or variable rates
  • Structured amortization schedules
  • Purchase or refinance
  • Competitive institutional rates

CMHC-Insured Commercial Mortgages

Ideal for multi-unit residential properties such as apartment buildings, student housing, retirement residences, and affordable housing developments.

  • Lower interest rates
  • Higher loan-to-value ratios
  • Extended amortization periods
  • Apartment, student & retirement housing

Apartment Building Financing

Financing solutions specifically structured for multi-family residential buildings, including low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise rental properties.

  • Low-rise, mid-rise & high-rise
  • Rental income qualification
  • CMHC-insured options available
  • Competitive long-term rates

Mixed-Use Property Mortgages

Financing for buildings that combine residential and commercial components, such as storefront retail with residential apartments above.

  • Residential + commercial blend
  • Flexible qualification criteria
  • Multiple lender options
  • Urban & suburban properties

Construction Financing

Short-term financing used to fund ground-up construction projects, major renovations, or redevelopment opportunities. Funds advanced in stages as construction progresses.

  • Progress draw schedules
  • Ground-up & major renovations
  • Redevelopment projects
  • Convert to permanent financing on completion

Land & Development Financing

Financing solutions for serviced land, vacant land, infill projects, and future development opportunities across Ontario.

  • Serviced & vacant land
  • Infill development projects
  • Future development opportunities
  • Flexible short-term structures

Bridge Financing

Short-term financing used to bridge timing gaps between transactions, property sales, refinancing, or construction completion. Ideal for quick closings.

  • Quick closing solutions
  • Transitional financing
  • Property sale timing gaps
  • Flexible short-term terms

Private Commercial Mortgages

Flexible financing solutions through private lenders for borrowers requiring fast approvals, unique deal structures, or alternative qualification options.

  • Fast approvals
  • Unique deal structures
  • Alternative qualification
  • Complex transactions welcome

Mezzanine Financing

Secondary financing that sits behind a first mortgage and helps borrowers access additional capital for acquisitions, developments, or expansions.

  • Behind first mortgage
  • Acquisitions & expansions
  • Development capital
  • Structured for complex deals

Second Mortgages

Additional financing secured behind an existing first mortgage to access equity for renovations, working capital, debt consolidation, or investment opportunities.

  • Access existing equity
  • Renovations & working capital
  • Debt consolidation
  • Investment opportunities

Commercial Refinancing

Refinance existing commercial properties to lower payments, access equity, improve cash flow, or consolidate debt.

  • Lower monthly payments
  • Access property equity
  • Improve cash flow
  • Debt consolidation

Commercial Renewal Financing

Renew existing commercial mortgages with competitive rates and improved terms before maturity.

  • Competitive renewal rates
  • Improved terms
  • Shop multiple lenders
  • No obligation review

Industrial Property Financing

Financing for warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, logistics hubs, and industrial condominiums.

  • Warehouses & distribution
  • Manufacturing facilities
  • Logistics hubs
  • Industrial condominiums

Office Building Mortgages

Financing solutions for professional office buildings, medical buildings, and corporate office spaces across Ontario.

  • Professional office buildings
  • Medical buildings
  • Corporate office spaces
  • Owner-occupied & investment

Retail Plaza Financing

Commercial financing for retail plazas, shopping centres, storefronts, and mixed retail developments.

  • Retail plazas & shopping centres
  • Storefronts
  • Mixed retail developments
  • Anchor & non-anchor tenants

Hotel & Hospitality Financing

Mortgage solutions for hotels, motels, hospitality properties, and tourism-based commercial real estate.

  • Hotels & motels
  • Hospitality properties
  • Tourism-based real estate
  • Specialized lender access

Self-Storage Facility Financing

Specialized commercial financing for self-storage and mini-storage facilities across Ontario.

  • Self-storage facilities
  • Mini-storage properties
  • Specialized lender programs
  • Income-based qualification

Franchise & Owner-Occupied Commercial

Financing for business owners purchasing commercial real estate for their own operations.

  • Owner-occupied properties
  • Franchise real estate
  • Business owner programs
  • SBA-style structures available

Commercial Line of Credit / Equity Take-Out

Access equity from commercial real estate to support expansion, renovations, or business operations.

  • Access commercial equity
  • Support business expansion
  • Fund renovations
  • Flexible draw structures

Property Types We Finance

Commercial mortgages are available for a wide range of property types across Ontario.

Apartment Buildings
Retail Plazas
Office Buildings
Industrial Properties
Mixed-Use Buildings
Hotels & Hospitality
Self-Storage Facilities
Medical Buildings
Student Housing
Retirement Homes
Warehouses
Development Land
Construction Projects
Commercial Condominiums
Owner-Occupied Properties

Typical Commercial Mortgage Features

Commercial financing structures may include the following options.

Fixed or Variable Rates
Interest-Only Payment Options
Amortizations up to 25–40 years (CMHC-insured programs)
Loan-to-Value options up to 85% on eligible properties
Short-Term & Long-Term Financing Solutions
First & Second Mortgage Options

Commercial mortgage qualifications are generally based on property cash flow, debt service coverage ratios (DSCR), borrower experience, net worth, and down payment/equity available.

Client Testimonials

What Our Commercial Clients Say

Real results from real clients across Ontario's commercial real estate market.

"James secured financing for our retail plaza when two banks had already turned us down. He found a lender that understood our property's income potential and closed the deal in under 30 days. Exceptional service from start to finish."

Michael T.

Retail Plaza Owner

Vaughan, ON

"I've financed three apartment buildings through James over the past four years. He consistently finds rates and terms I couldn't get on my own, and he makes the process completely stress-free. I wouldn't use anyone else."

Priya S.

Multi-Family Investor

Brampton, ON

"Our mixed-use building was a complex deal — retail on the ground floor, residential above. James knew exactly which lenders to approach and structured the financing perfectly. We saved significantly on our rate compared to what our bank offered."

David & Karen L.

Mixed-Use Property Owners

Toronto, ON

"James arranged construction financing for our industrial facility and then seamlessly transitioned it to a permanent mortgage on completion. His knowledge of commercial lending is second to none in Ontario."

Robert M.

Industrial Property Developer

Mississauga, ON

"I was skeptical that a broker could do better than my bank for a self-storage acquisition. James proved me wrong — he came back with a rate 0.45% lower and a longer amortization that dramatically improved our cash flow."

Sandra K.

Self-Storage Facility Owner

Barrie, ON

"Hospitality financing is notoriously difficult. James has the lender relationships and the expertise to get deals done that most brokers can't touch. He's been an invaluable partner in growing our portfolio."

Tony F.

Hotel & Hospitality Investor

Niagara Falls, ON

Case Studies

Real Deals. Real Results.

A look at how James has structured complex commercial financing solutions for Ontario investors and developers.

Apartment Building

24-Unit Apartment Building Acquisition

Brampton, ON

The Challenge

Investor needed to acquire a 24-unit apartment building but required a high loan-to-value ratio to preserve capital for renovations. Traditional bank financing capped at 65% LTV.

The Solution

James structured CMHC-insured financing at 85% LTV with a 40-year amortization, dramatically reducing monthly payments and freeing up capital for suite upgrades.

Closed in 45 days. Monthly cash flow improved by $4,200 vs. conventional financing.

Retail Plaza

Retail Plaza Refinance & Equity Take-Out

Vaughan, ON

The Challenge

Owner of a 6-unit retail plaza wanted to access equity to fund the purchase of a second property but their existing lender would only offer a rate renewal — no equity release.

The Solution

James refinanced the plaza with a new institutional lender, unlocking $680,000 in equity at a competitive rate while maintaining a manageable debt service coverage ratio.

$680K equity released. Rate reduced by 0.30%. Second property acquisition funded.

Construction Financing

Ground-Up Industrial Construction

Mississauga, ON

The Challenge

Developer needed construction financing for a 28,000 sq ft industrial facility. Multiple lenders declined due to the borrower's limited construction track record.

The Solution

James leveraged his private and alternative lender network to secure a construction facility with progress draws aligned to build milestones, then arranged a permanent take-out mortgage upon completion.

Full construction funded. Permanent financing locked in at project completion.

Client Outcomes

The Value We Deliver

Our clients don't just get a mortgage — they get a better deal, faster, with less friction.

Rate Savings

0.25% – 0.75%

Average rate improvement vs. clients' initial bank quote on commercial deals

On a $2M mortgage, 0.50% = ~$10,000/yr in interest savings

Faster Closings

30–45 Days

Typical time-to-close on conventional commercial mortgages

Expedited timelines available for bridge and private financing

Deal Range

$500K – $25M+

Range of commercial deals structured across Ontario

From small mixed-use properties to large multi-family portfolios

Repeat Clients

70%+

Of commercial clients return for their next deal or refer a colleague

A track record built on results, not just promises

CMHC Expertise

40%+ LTV Savings

CMHC-insured multi-family deals can reduce equity requirements significantly

Enabling investors to deploy capital into additional properties

Lender Access

50+ Lenders

Institutional banks, credit unions, MICs, and private lenders all at the table

More options means better terms for your specific deal

Results vary based on deal structure, property type, borrower profile, and market conditions. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. All mortgage approvals are subject to lender qualification criteria.

Why Work With Orbis Mortgage Group?

Access to banks, credit unions, private lenders, and institutional capital
Customized financing strategies for complex commercial transactions
Fast turnaround times and competitive rates
Solutions for purchases, refinancing, renewals, and construction
Expertise across Ontario commercial real estate markets
Financing available for investors, corporations, and business owners

Get Started Today

Whether you are acquiring your first commercial property or expanding a large real estate portfolio, James can help structure the right financing solution for your project.