Dream Unlimited Corp.
Annual Report 2022
Forma
Toronto, ON
Dream is an award-winning real estate company
with $23 billion of assets under management in
North America and Europe.
Dream Unlimited Corp.
Letter to Shareholders
Although there have been many challenges in 2022, with
rising inflation, interest rates and war, our business lines
have performed relatively well, and we continue to grow
our asset management business, complete high-quality
development assets and add to our development pipeline.
Our recurring income has grown year-over-year — both
from our asset management business and our income
property portfolio and we believe our business is well
positioned for today’s macro environment.
In the last 12 months, we have acquired Summit REIT in
a $5.9 billion all cash transaction, created a $1.5 billion
joint venture with a sovereign wealth fund to develop
industrial properties in Ontario, completed the IPO of
Dream Residential REIT and raised $110 million on the
second closing for Dream Impact Fund. We believe the
asset management business provides the opportunity
for rapid growth in our earnings and creates significant
value for our shareholders. Including the closing of the
Summit transaction last week, we have over $23 billion in
assets under management an increase of over $8 billion
since the end of 2021. Our assets under management
in the industrial and residential rental asset classes has
increased to 72%, up from 59% over the same period.
Our income property portfolio includes our portfolio
of nearly 1,600 multi-family rental units in the GTA,
the National Capital region and Western Canada, our
retail properties including the Distillery District, our two
boutique hotels in Toronto, and Arapahoe Basin, our
ski hill in Colorado. Arapahoe Basin had its strongest
performance ever in 2022 and we have seen an excellent
start to 2023. By the end of the year, we expect to
add another 1,145 rental units to our portfolio, further
contributing to our recurring income.
to Dream winning the Quayside and LeBreton Flats
Library Parcel developments this year. Our principals
have created the privately funded Dream Community
Foundation, which offers extensive programming at our
Weston Common community in Toronto where 25% of
the units are affordable. Our team is executing on our
exceptional development pipeline in the GTA and Ottawa,
including Zibi, West Don Lands, the Indigenous Hub in the
Canary District and Brightwater, with nearly 25,900 units
and 4.4 million sf in commercial/retail GLA in our world-
class development pipeline. We believe that our impact
mandate is a key driver of our success that can lead to
successful partnerships with all levels of government on
future projects.
Our Western Canada land and housing business had strong
performance in 2022 as we continued to recognize lot sales
in our most valuable land holding in the region, Alpine Park
in southwest Calgary. As of February 21, 2023, we have
secured commitments for 420 lots and 23 acres (including
11 raw acres) across our Western Canada communities that
we expect to contribute to earnings in 2023.
As of February 17th, we hold a 38% interest in Dream
Office REIT, 32% in Dream Impact Trust and 12% in
Dream Residential REIT, inclusive of senior management
holdings. The combined fair value of our units totals
$420 million and represents over 34% of our market
capitalization. We ended the year with over $286 million
in available liquidity while returning over $53 million to
our shareholders in 2022 through share buybacks and
dividends. We have also increased our annual dividend to
$0.50/share effective with our March 31, 2023 payment.
We would like to thank all of you for your continued
support of our business.
In 2022, we launched sales for the first tower at Forma,
a Frank Gehry-designed 73-storey building in Toronto’s
downtown core. In the first six months of sales, the project
achieved over $800 million of sales, which is a remarkable
accomplishment in this climate.
Sincerely,
Our impact fund and public trust are dedicated to impact
investing. We continue to have the opportunity to bid on
exceptional developments as a result of our commitment
to both financial and social goals, which contributed
Michael J. Cooper
President & Chief Responsible Officer
February 21, 2023
Quayside,
Toronto, ON
Dream Unlimited Corp.
At a Glance*
Dream is a leading developer of exceptional office and residential assets in Toronto,
owns stabilized income generating assets in both Canada and the U.S., and has
an established and successful asset management business, inclusive of over $23
billion of assets under management across four Toronto Stock Exchange listed
trusts, our private asset management business and numerous partners.
$17 billion(1)
of fee-earning assets under management
as at February 21, 2023
$23 billion(1)
of assets under management as at
February 21, 2023
$45 billion
of commercial real estate and renewable
power transaction have been completed
by Dream as at Feb 21, 2023
89.3 million
square feet of commercial/retail
gross leasable area (GLA) across the
Dream group portfolio, inclusive of our
development pipeline as at Feb 21, 2023
33,893
condominium and purpose-built rental
units in the Dream group portfolio,
inclusive of our development pipeline
$3.9 billion
of industrial properties in the U.S.
and Europe
* All figures as at December 31, 2022 unless otherwise stated.
(1) Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the “Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures” section of this Annual Report for further details.
Alpine Park
Calgary, AB
Dream Unlimited Corp.
Financials
West Don Lands
Toronto, ON
Financial Highlights
(in thousands of dollars)
Revenue
Earnings before income taxes
Earnings for the year
Basic earnings per share
2022
$343,768
$197,291
$164,445
$3.86
2021
$325,922
$125,875
$110,661
$2.52
Total equity (excluding non-controlling interests)
$1,553,692
$1,422,213
Total equity per share(1)(2)
$33.20/share
$36.48/share
$31.25/share
$27.21/share
$20.86/share
$14.79/share
$17.53share
$12.75/share
$10.45/share
Dec. 2014
Dec. 2015
Dec. 2016
Dec. 2017
Dec. 2018
Dec. 2019
Dec. 2020
Dec. 2021
Dec. 2022
(1) All periods prior to 2020 adjusted for the share consolidation.
(2) Total equity per share is calculated based on total shareholder’s equity, including SDC’s non-controlling interest for years prior to December 31, 2018.
Dream Unlimited Corp.
ESG Highlights
Zibi
Ottawa, ON / Gatineau, QC
Net Zero 2035 Action Plan
As part of the Dream group of companies, Dream Unlimited
Dream Unlimited is committed to net zero Scope 1 and 2 and
issued its Net Zero by 2035 Action Plan, which was one of the
select Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (operational
first of its kind in the Canadian real estate market and outlines
and development) by 2035. The commitment is focused on
our interim targets, the steps we intend to take to get to net
material emissions sources within our operational control and
zero, and how we will measure and verify our progress. The
prioritizes emission reduction activities where we can have the
comprehensive plan details our commitment, investment
greatest impact.
and emissions boundaries, actionable delivery strategy, and
oversight and transparency plans.
Dream Unlimited continues to report on its progress towards
meeting its targets and milestones in its annual Corporate
The plan ser ves as an update to the science-based
Sustainability Report and through its commitment to the
commitments made in 2021, including the commitment to
Net Zero Asset Managers initiative. Across the Dream group
achieving net zero by 2035 and the commitment made by
of companies, 61% of total assets under management is
Dream Unlimited to join the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative,
committed to be managed in line with net zero for Scope 1 and
which represents asset managers around the world aligned
2 emissions by 2035.
with net zero targets of 2050 or sooner. In developing our
Net Zero Action Plan, we considered peer commitments and
investor expectations, current and proposed government
regulations, existing technologies, and leading science-based
standards and frameworks as well as our ESG strategy and
current reporting obligations.
Sustainability Report
See our 2021 Sustainability Update Report under the
Sustainability section of our website at:
www.sustainability.dream.ca↗
Environmental
Submitted
to Net Zero Asset Managers - 61% of the
Dream group of companies’ total assets under
management committed to be managed in
line with net zero by 2035
Communicated
strategy on how it will achieve net zero
by 2035 for its Scope 1, Scope 2, and
select Scope 3 emissions
Social
Named
Honoured
Selected
Best WorkplacesTM for Giving Back by
Great Places to Work® for the second
consecutive year
as one of Canada’s Best Employers
for Recent Graduates by the Career
Directory
as a three-time honouree of the Globe
and Mail’s Report on Business “Women
Lead Here” program that benchmarks
gender parity (2020, 2021 and 2022)
On Track
to reach social procurement targets
50+
50%
of employees are women(1)
Governance
(2)
Ranked 1st out of 6
GRESB Public Disclosure Report peer
group
71+
75%
50+
50%
of Trustees are independent(3)
of Trustees are women(3)
(1) Includes only employees employed by Dream Asset Management Corporation as at December 31, 2022. Does not include employees at Dream recreational properties, employees on unpaid leaves of absence
(e.g., permanent disability, long-term disability, parental leave), interns, and employees of Pauls Corp.
(2) All intellectual property rights to this data belong exclusively to GRESB B.V. All rights reserved. GRESB B.V. has no liability to any person (including a natural person, corporate or unincorporated body) for any
losses, damages, costs, expenses or other liabilities suffered as a result of any use of or reliance on any of the information which may be attributed to it.
(3) As at December 31, 2022.
50
50
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Dream Unlimited Corp.
ESG Commitments
Our overarching commitment to Building Better Communities requires us to address climate change. In addition
to the ESG metrics and targets and impact verticals built into each of our projects, we are committed to an
overall thoughtful and specific approach to reducing carbon emissions in line with international standards
and commitments.
Dream Unlimited has committed to supporting the following international initiatives to demonstrate our
commitment to climate action and responsible investing:
United Nations Principles for
Responsible Investment
Taskforce on Climate-related
Financial Disclosures
The United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment
In 2017, the Financial Stability Board established the
(PRI) is the world’s leading responsible investor
Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures
collaboration. It supports its signatories to incorporate
(TCFD) to provide guidance and recommendations on
environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into
their investment and ownership decisions. Signatories
commit to follow PRI’s six principles and report annually
on their progress through the PRI Reporting Framework.
Dream Unlimited became a signatory to the PRI in 2021
and will report on its responsible investment activities
starting in 2023.
NZAM
The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative is
an alliance of global asset managers committing
to supporting the goal of net zero GHG emissions
by 2050 or sooner, in line with the global efforts to
limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The initiative
covers 301 signatories and U.S.$59 trillion in assets
under management. Dream Unlimited was one of the
first Canadian companies to join the Net Zero Asset
Managers initiative in October 2021 and made its initial
target disclosure in 2022.
climate-related risk and opportunity disclosures. Dream
Unlimited is an official supporter of the TCFD. The TCFD
recommendations are structured around four core
reporting areas: governance, strategy, risk management
and metrics and targets. In 2022, Dream Unlimited
completed scenario analysis, which is a corporate
strategy and risk/opportunity identification exercise to
evaluate how we prepare for the implications of climate
change and climate-related financial disclosures.
(1)
GRESB↗
Dream Unlimited was evaluated by Global Real Estate
Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) Public Disclosure, which
evaluates the level of ESG disclosure by listed property
companies and REITs. Dream Unlimited ranked 1st of 6 in its
GRESB Public Disclosure Report peer group. The Disclosure
measures material sustainability disclosures by listed
property companies and REITs.
(1) All intellectual property rights to this data belong exclusively to GRESB B.V. All rights reserved. GRESB B.V. has no liability to any person (including a natural person, corporate or unincorporated body) for any
losses, damages, costs, expenses or other liabilities suffered as a result of any use of or reliance on any of the information which may be attributed to it.
Arapahoe Basin,
Dillon, CO
Dream Unlimited Corp.
Tax Information*
The Company is subject to a range of federal, provincial, municipal and other local
taxes, fees, charges and levies. The following chart summarizes amounts paid by
the Company in the normal course of operations. We highlight our contribution
because we see this as an important measure of our specific financial contribution
to the overall Canadian economy.
Income Taxes**
$7,453,000
$15,342,000
Property Related Taxes
$14,239,000
$18,668,000
2022
2021
Taxes paid on leased and owned property, school taxes,
provincial/municipal land transfer tax or property
registration taxes paid on the purchase of real property
Development & Other Charges
$93,570,000
$88,869,000
Development charges/fees paid, building permits, levies
and the cost of municipal services installed on lands related
primarily to the Company’s land and housing business in
Western Canada
People Taxes
$3,847,000
$2,450,000
Company’s share of various payroll taxes including
government pension, employment insurance, government
health costs and workers’ compensation
Total
$119,109,000
$125,329,000
* Represents Dream on a standalone basis.
** The amount reported in 2022 includes payments of $232,500 made by the Company in February 2023 for 2022 income taxes payable.
(The amount reported in 2021 includes payments of $1,516,000 made by the Company in February 2022 for 2021 income taxes payable).
Table of Contents
Management’s Discussion
and Analysis
Management’s Responsibility for
Consolidated Financial Statements
Independent Auditor’s Report
1
32
33
Consolidated Financial Statements
38
Notes to the Consolidated
Financial Statements
43
Directors and Management Team
IBC
Corporate Information
IBC
Weston Common
York, ON
Management's Discussion and Analysis
The Management's Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A") is intended to assist readers in understanding Dream Unlimited Corp. (the "Company" or "Dream"),
its business environment, strategies, performance and risk factors. This MD&A should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial
statements ("consolidated financial statements") of Dream, including the notes thereto, as at and for the year ended December 31, 2021 and the
consolidated financial statements as at and for the year ended December 31, 2022, which can be found under the Company's profile on the System for
Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR") (www.sedar.com). Such financial statements underlying this MD&A have been prepared in
accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IFRS"). Certain disclosures
included herein are specified financial measures, including non-GAAP financial measures and supplementary and other financial measures. Refer to the
"Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
All dollar amounts in tables within this MD&A are in thousands of Canadian dollars, unless otherwise specified. For simplicity, throughout this discussion,
we may make reference to the following:
•
•
•
"Subordinate Voting Shares", meaning subordinate voting shares in the capital of Dream;
"Class B Shares", meaning Class B common shares in the capital of Dream; and
"Dream Impact Trust units", meaning units of Dream Impact Trust.
Unless otherwise specified, all references to "we", "us", "our" or similar terms refer to Dream and its subsidiaries. All references to the "Dream group of
companies" represent Dream and the four publicly traded trusts that Dream provides asset management or development management services to and
includes Dream, Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust ("Dream Office REIT") (TSX: D.UN), Dream Impact Trust (TSX: MPCT.UN), Dream Industrial Real
Estate Investment Trust ("Dream Industrial REIT") (TSX: DIR.UN) and Dream Residential Real Estate Investment Trust ("Dream Residential REIT") (TSX:
DRR.U). This MD&A is dated as of, and reflects all material events up to, February 21, 2023.
The "Forward-Looking Information" section of this MD&A includes important information concerning certain information found in this MD&A that contains
or incorporates statements that constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Readers are encouraged to read
the "Forward-Looking Information" and "Risk Factors" sections of this MD&A for a discussion of the risks and uncertainties regarding this forward-looking
information as there are a number of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those disclosed or implied by such forward-looking
information.
Business Overview
Dream is a leading developer of exceptional office and residential assets in Toronto, owns stabilized income generating assets in both Canada and the U.S.,
and has an established and successful asset management business, inclusive of $18 billion of assets under management* as at December 31, 2022 across
four Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") listed trusts, our private asset management business and numerous partnerships. We also develop land and
residential assets in Western Canada. Dream expects to generate more recurring income in the future as its development properties are completed and
held for the long term. Dream has a proven track record for being innovative and for our ability to source, structure and execute on compelling investment
opportunities. A comprehensive overview of our holdings is included in the "Summary of Dream's Assets and Holdings" section of this MD&A.
As at February 21, 2023, the Company had a 12% interest in Dream Residential REIT, a 32% interest in Dream Impact Trust and a 38% interest in Dream
Office REIT, inclusive of interests held by Dream's Chief Responsible Officer.
Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Company acquired de facto control of Dream Office REIT through the ownership of 18,473,925 REIT and LP B units.
Dream Office REIT cancelled 242,200 REIT units that increased the Company's ownership of the REIT to over 36%. As a result, the Company will consolidate
Dream Office REIT's financial results effective in the first quarter of 2023.
*
Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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Summary of Results – Fourth Quarter and Year Ended 2022
As of February 21, 2023, assets under management* were $23 billion, up $8 billion since 2021 and fee earning assets under management* were $17
billion, up from $9 billion at the end of 2021. We have expanded our assets under management, increasing our investments in the industrial and
residential rental classes from 59% in 2021 to 72% as at February 21, 2023.
Overview of Results
Loss before income taxes for the three months ended December 31, 2022 was $57.5 million, compared to earnings before taxes of $95.3 million in the
prior year comparative period. The decrease is primarily due to a fair value loss on Dream Impact Trust's investment in the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas and
lower fair value gains taken on our investment properties including those held within our equity accounted investments.
Earnings before income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2022 was $197.3 million, an increase of $71.4 million relative to the prior year, primarily
due to condominium occupancies at Canary Commons in the first half of 2022, a gain on land settlement and fair value adjustments taken on Dream
Impact Trust units held by other unitholders. This was partially offset by the aforementioned fair value losses.
Dream Impact Trust units held by other unitholders are treated as a liability on the consolidated statements of financial position of Dream and are fair
valued each period under IFRS, generating fair value gains/losses with the fluctuation of the Dream Impact Trust unit prices and distributions to
unitholders.
In the three months ended December 31, 2022, the fair value loss on the Dream Impact Trust units was $1.9 million (as a result of $4.4 million in cash
distributions to Dream Impact Trust unitholders, partially offset by the Dream Impact Trust unit price decreasing to $4.03 at December 31, 2022 from
$4.09 at September 30, 2022), compared to a fair value loss of $3.8 million in the comparative period (as a result of $4.7 million in cash distributions to
Dream Impact Trust unitholders, partially offset by the Dream Impact Trust unit price decreasing to $6.15 at December 31, 2021 from $6.17 at September
30, 2021).
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the fair value gain on the Dream Impact Trust units was $80.4 million (as a result of the Dream Impact Trust unit
price decreasing to $4.03 at December 31, 2022 from $6.15 at December 31, 2021, partially offset by $18.7 million in cash distributions to Dream Impact
Trust unitholders), compared to a fair value loss of $25.0 million in the comparative period (as a result of the Dream Impact Trust unit price increasing to
$6.15 at December 31, 2021 from $6.03 at December 31, 2020 and $19.0 million in cash distributions to Dream Impact Trust unitholders).
Our Operating Segments and Strategy
As an asset manager, owner and developer of real estate, our objectives are to:
Develop best-in-class properties and communities that attract exceptional businesses, residents and visitors;
Own our newly developed income producing assets for the long term;
Grow our assets under management* both through our public and private platforms;
•
•
•
• Maintain a conservative balance sheet and liquidity position;
•
• Work with exceptional partners and stakeholders to maximize the value of our assets and developments;
• Manage our asset mix and profile to maximize long-term value to shareholders; and
•
Create positive and lasting impacts through our impact dedicated vehicles;
Generate solid returns for our shareholders over the long term.
We have achieved our goals in the past as a result of our expertise and high-quality asset base, combined with a track record in our ability to source,
structure and execute on compelling investment opportunities while maintaining conservative debt levels. Over the last few years, we have actively
focused on differentiating our asset base by growing assets that contribute to recurring income and investing in development assets and real estate in
Toronto, with the goal of improving the safety, value and earnings quality of our business. Inclusive of assets held by Dream Impact Fund, Dream Impact
Trust, Dream Office REIT and Dream Residential REIT, our portfolio totals 33,893 residential units and 11.3 million square feet ("sf") of commercial/retail
gross leasable area ("GLA") as at December 31, 2022 (at 100% project level).
Recurring income is important to our business as it provides stable cash flows in order to fund our ongoing interest expense, fixed operating costs and
dividends. This provides enhanced stability and financial flexibility as we continue to execute on our development pipeline. Assets held at December 31,
2022 that contribute to recurring income include our asset and development management contracts, our 36% equity ownership in Dream Office REIT, our
12% equity ownership in Dream Residential REIT, management fees from our private asset management business and our stabilized income generating
assets, such as the Distillery District in Toronto, Arapahoe Basin, our ski hill in Colorado, and our multi-family purpose built rentals including those shared
with Dream Impact Trust. Our future recurring income properties will include those that are currently being developed within our mixed-use developments
in Toronto and Ottawa in addition to future potential acquisitions.
Our development assets, comprised of residential, commercial and retail buildings, and raw land, are located across Toronto, Ottawa/Gatineau and
Western Canada. We believe our development pipeline includes exceptional assets that will contribute to income and cash flow over time as they are
developed and completed. Income and cash flow generated from these assets can vary from period to period, due to a variety of factors including the
timing of construction, availability of inventory, achievement of project milestones, timing of completion and end customer occupancy. As we execute on
completing our development properties, we anticipate our recurring income assets will increase over time.
*Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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While not considered an individual reportable segment, Corporate and other includes: corporate-level cash and other working capital, consolidated tax
balances and expense, our term facility and related interest expense, general and administrative expenses not allocated to a particular segment and the
liability and fair value adjustments to Dream Impact Trust and Dream Impact Fund units held by other unitholders. Refer to the "Additional Information -
Consolidated Dream" section of this MD&A for segmented assets and liabilities and the segmented statement of earnings.
Timing of Income Recognition and Impact of Seasonality
The Company's housing and condominium operations recognize revenue at the time of occupancy and, as a result, revenue and direct costs vary
depending on the number of units occupied in a particular reporting period.
The Company's land operations revenue relating to sales of land is recognized when control over the property has been transferred to the customer -
typically when the customer can begin construction on the property. Until this criterion is met, any proceeds received are accounted for as customer
deposits. Revenue is measured based on the transaction price agreed to under the contract and is typically recognized upon receipt of 15% of the
transaction price. Revenue from land is deferred until occupancy by a third-party customer, when the land is sold as part of a home constructed by our
housing division. Certain marketing expenses for condominiums and homes are incurred prior to the occupancy of these units and accordingly are not tied
to the number of units occupied in a particular period as they are expensed as incurred. Commissions are capitalized as contract assets, and expensed
when condominium and housing revenue is recognized.
Based on our geographic location, most of our development activity in Western Canada takes place between April and October due to weather constraints,
while sales orders vary depending on the rate at which builders work through inventory, which is affected by weather and market conditions. Traditionally,
our highest sales volume quarter for our land and housing divisions has been the fourth quarter, while our lowest has been the first quarter.
Our recurring segment, which includes our purpose-built multi-family rentals, retail and office and hotels, is relatively flat throughout the year with the
exception to our recreational property, Arapahoe Basin, which primarily has the highest sales volume during the winter ski season.
As a result, the Company's results can vary significantly from quarter to quarter.
*
Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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Key Financial Information and Performance Indicators
Selected Financial Information
(in thousands of dollars, except per share and outstanding
share amounts)
Revenue
Earnings (loss) for the period
Basic earnings (loss) per share(1)
Diluted earnings (loss) per share(1)
Weighted average number of shares outstanding, basic
Total earnings (loss) for the period attributable to:
Shareholders
$
$
$
$
$
For the three months ended December 31,
For the year ended December 31,
2022
167,692
(51,211)
(1.20)
(1.20)
$
$
$
$
2021
150,122
80,317
1.87
1.81
$
$
$
$
2022
343,768
164,445
3.86
3.74
$
$
$
$
2021
325,922
110,661
2.52
2.46
42,587,702
43,007,226
42,601,025
43,685,083
(51,211)
$
80,317
$
164,445
$
110,030
Total assets
Total liabilities
Total equity
Total issued and outstanding shares
December 31, 2022
December 31, 2021
$
$
$
3,956,494
2,402,802
1,553,692
42,587,702
$
$
$
3,488,674
2,066,461
1,422,213
42,836,031
(1) See Note 32 of the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022 for further details on the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share.
Recurring Income
A summary of the major asset types within our recurring income segment is included below.
Asset Management and Equity Ownership
We provide asset management services to Dream Industrial REIT, Dream Impact Trust and Dream Residential REIT, and on behalf of various institutional/
third-party real estate partnerships, including our private asset management business and development management services to Dream Office REIT. Asset
management fees and equity interests in Dream Impact Trust and Dream Impact Fund are eliminated on consolidation. As of December 31, 2022, we held
an aggregate of 18.5 million REIT units and class B units of a subsidiary of Dream Office REIT, representing an approximately 36.0% effective ownership
interest in Dream Office REIT, and an aggregate of 2.3 million REIT units and class B units of a subsidiary of Dream Residential REIT, representing an
approximately 11.8% effective ownership interest in Dream Residential REIT, both of which generate monthly cash distributions for Dream. It is important
to note that fees earned on transactional activity in a period are not recurring in nature and accordingly will impact related margins. Fees related to
development activities and partnerships included within this segment may fluctuate depending on the number of active projects and on Dream achieving
certain milestones as the development manager. We expect that development and other management fees will continue to increase in future years as our
existing developments progress through construction milestones.
Dream's assets under management* as of December 31, 2022 was $18 billion (December 31, 2021 – $15 billion), including fee earning assets under
management* of approximately $11 billion (December 31, 2021 - $9 billion).
Stabilized Income Generating Assets
Dream owns a number of income generating assets, which are key contributors to our sources of recurring income. These assets include Arapahoe Basin
and income producing assets in Toronto and Western Canada, including the Distillery District and stabilized residential rentals. As of December 31, 2022,
we held over 13.7 million sf of GLA in retail, residential and mixed-use properties across the Dream platform and we expect assets in this segment to grow
over time, as we intend to hold stabilized investment properties that are developed by Dream in the core markets in which we operate in addition to
sourced transactions in those markets.
Selected Segment Key Operating Metrics
(in thousands of dollars, unless otherwise noted)
Revenue
Net operating income*
Net margin
Net margin (%)*
Fair value changes in investment properties
Share of earnings (losses) from equity accounted investments
For the three months ended December 31,
For the year ended December 31,
$
$
2022
42,705
14,343
11,119
26.0%
16,286
(26,176)
$
$
2021
35,883
9,962
7,996
22.3%
45,730
24,332
$
$
2022
167,985
63,574
55,116
32.8%
32,078
12,688
$
$
2021
116,766
40,415
33,502
28.7%
31,180
82,912
*
Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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Results of Operations
In the three months ended December 31, 2022, revenue and net operating income* derived from recurring income sources was $42.7 million and $14.3
million, respectively, compared to $35.9 million and $10.0 million in the comparative period. The change is primarily due to increased earnings from our
growing multi-family rental portfolio, higher earnings from the Distillery District and improved results at our ski hill in Colorado.
Revenue and net operating income* for the year ended December 31, 2022 was $168.0 million and $63.6 million, respectively, an increase of $51.2 million
and $23.2 million, respectively, from the comparative period. The increase is due to the aforementioned reasons and higher occupancy rates at our hotels
located in the GTA.
Earnings from equity accounted investments for the three months and twelve months ended December 31, 2022 was a loss of $26.2 million and earnings
of $12.7 million, respectively, in comparison to earnings of $24.3 million and $82.9 million, in the comparative periods, due to fair value adjustments taken
on Dream Office REIT's investment property portfolio. Results for the year ended December 31, 2022 includes $5.7 million in equity accounted earnings
from our 11.8% interest in Dream Residential REIT.
Over the next four years, an additional 2.2 million sf of residential GFA and 0.2 million sf of commercial/retail GLA are expected to be added to our
recurring income segment (at the project level) primarily relating to various blocks at West Don Lands, Canary District, Zibi and Le Breton Flats.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, we transferred two completed buildings at Zibi to our recurring income portfolio. 310 Miwate Private (formerly Zibi
Block 208) is a 33,000 sf building primarily occupied by Spaces, an Amsterdam-based creative workspace provider. We also transferred Aalto Suites, a 162-
unit residential rental building to our recurring income portfolio as construction is substantially complete. Results from these transferred blocks are shown
in the recurring segment only from the date of transfer.
Development
An overview of our development segment by geography is included below.
Urban Development - Toronto and Ottawa
Our urban development assets are comprised of exceptional development opportunities in various planning and construction phases across Toronto and
Ottawa and are comprised of condominium, purpose-built rental and mixed-use developments. A large proportion of assets carried within this segment
are being developed for sale and so are held at cost. These are expected to contribute meaningfully to the Company's earnings in future periods as
properties are developed and sold. In addition, through our equity ownership in Dream Impact Trust and Dream Office REIT, we have indirect investments
in high-quality assets located in the GTA with significant redevelopment potential.
The developments that we hold today do not require a significant amount of equity and are financed primarily through project-specific debt including both
land loans and construction financing, providing us with additional financial flexibility. In cases where we are developing investment properties to hold, fair
value gains are recognized as key milestones are achieved through the development period over the time frame to stabilization and/or completion.
Development margin from these assets is earned in periods where we have inventory available for occupancies in condominium or investment properties.
As at December 31, 2022, our Toronto and Ottawa pipeline across the Dream portfolio is comprised of over 25,600 residential units and approximately 4.1
million sf of commercial/retail GLA.
Western Canada Community Development
Dream's Western Canada community development is comprised of land, housing, multi-family and retail/commercial assets within our master-planned
communities in Saskatchewan and Alberta. We currently own approximately 8,900 acres of land in Western Canada, of which 8,500 acres are in nine large
master-planned communities at various stages of approval. With our land bank, market share, liquidity position and extensive experience as a developer,
we are able to closely monitor and have the flexibility to increase or decrease our inventory levels to adjust to market conditions in any year. As at
December 31, 2022, our Western Canada pipeline across the Dream portfolio is comprised of 227 purpose-built rental units and 0.3 million sf of
commercial/retail GLA.
Land development is financed through our operating line, which is secured by our land in Western Canada and associated trade receivables. Housing,
retail, commercial and multi-family development is financed through project-specific construction financing.
*
Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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Selected Segment Key Operating Metrics
(in thousands of dollars, except lot, average selling price per lot and acre
amounts)
2022
2021
2022
2021
For the three months ended December 31,
For the year ended December 31,
DIRECTLY OWNED
Revenue
Gross margin
Gross margin %*
Net margin
Net margin %*
Lots sold - Western Canada
Average selling price per lot - Western Canada
Acres sold - Western Canada
Average selling price per acre - Western Canada
EQUITY ACCOUNTED INVESTMENTS
Share of earnings from equity accounted investments
Condominium occupancy units (project level) - Toronto
Condominium occupancy units (Dream's share) - Toronto
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
124,987
38,711
31.0%
32,610
26.1%
690
144,000
25
649,000
5,980
—
—
$
$
$
$
$
114,239
32,870
28.8%
26,689
23.4%
690
141,000
5
780,000
2,875
15
8
$
$
$
$
$
175,783
50,033
28.5%
24,019
13.7%
858
141,000
39
600,000
43,405
376
188
209,156
50,725
24.3%
27,064
12.9%
959
134,000
10
662,500
7,809
15
8
Results of Operations
In the three months ended December 31, 2022, revenue and net margin derived from our development business increased to $125.0 million and $32.6
million, respectively, up by $10.7 million and $5.9 million over the comparative period. The increase is primarily due to an increase in acre sales in Western
Canada.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, our development business generated $175.8 million in revenue and net margin of $24.0 million, down from $209.2
million and $27.1 million, respectively, from the comparative period. The decrease was driven by lower condominium occupancies, which is in line with
management's expectations and was partially offset by higher acre sales in Western Canada.
Included in the development segment results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022 is a $54.8 million fair value loss on Dream Impact
Trust's investment in the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.
Earnings from equity accounted investments in the three months ended December 31, 2022 was $6.0 million, an increase of $3.1 million from the
comparable period, due to fair value gains in an investment property under development.
Earnings from equity accounted investments in the twelve months ended December 31, 2022 was $43.4 million, an increase of $35.6 million from the
comparable period, due to the aforementioned gains and increased condominium occupancies at Canary Commons Condominiums in the first half of 2022.
Our development team remains focused on building out our exceptional development pipeline, including Phase 2 of Riverside Square, Brightwater and
West Don Lands Blocks 8 and 3/4/7 and Canary Block 10, which are expected to occupy between 2023 and 2025; however, as the development manager
for our projects, we are able to adjust, in real time, should adverse changes to the market arise.
Active Projects
Forma
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company launched sales for the East tower at Forma Condos. The development will consist of two towers and
comprise over 2,000 units in Toronto's downtown core. Upon completion, the two towers will stand at 73 and 84 storeys tall and will include seven levels
of office space, three levels of retail, include a mezzanine, and two levels for the Ontario College of Arts and Design University. Construction started in the
fourth quarter of 2022.
Quayside
In the year ended December 31, 2022, Waterfront Toronto approved a project agreement for the development of a 12 acre site at the east end of
downtown Toronto's waterfront to build Canada's largest all-electric, zero-carbon master-planned community. The community will comprise over 4,000
units, including over 800 affordable housing units and 3.5 acres of public space with a car-free green oasis from Parliament Street to Bonnycastle Street
that will connect projects further west towards Jarvis Street.
Dream LeBreton
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company closed on the acquisition of the first phase of building at the LeBreton Flats library parcel, Dream
LeBreton, a 2.7 acre site west of downtown Ottawa, which will feature 608 new rental housing units, over 40% of which will be affordable, and is adjacent
to a light-rail station as well as our Zibi development. The site will be the first development block at LeBreton Flats and is part of a broader plan for
development that contemplates approximately 4,000 housing units and 1 million sf of commercial density to be built over the next 35 years. The first
development block is expected to become one of Canada's largest residential buildings to be considered net-zero carbon by the Canada Green Building
Council and will start construction in the first half of 2023.
*
Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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Riverside Square
Riverside Square is a 5 acre, two-phase, mixed-use development located in Toronto’s downtown east end on the south side of Queen Street East and
immediately east of the Don Valley Parkway. Dream has a 32.5% interest in the project alongside its partners. The first phase of the project consists of 688
residential condominium units, a state-of-the-art multi-level auto-plex and approximately 20,000 sf of retail GLA and is fully occupied. The second phase is
planned to consist of approximately 36,000 sf of multi-tenant commercial space with a proposed grocery-anchored component together with 227
condominium units, with first occupancies expected in 2023.
Brightwater
Brightwater is a 72-acre waterfront property in Mississauga's Port Credit area, with plans to transform the site into a complete, vibrant and diverse
waterfront community. The site is expected to be redeveloped into a large master-planned residential/mixed-use community. Highlights of the draft
master plan proposal include nearly 3,000 residential units and 350,000 sf of retail and commercial space. The source remediation program is complete
and vertical construction has commenced on the project's first condominium buildings which are fully pre-sold.
Zibi
In the year ended December 31, 2022, vertical construction at Zibi continued on all active blocks. The project is a multi-phase development that includes
over 4 million sf of density consisting of approximately 1,900 residential units (inclusive of purpose-built rental units), over 2 million sf of commercial space
and 8 acres of riverfront parks and plazas. Zibi will be one of Canada's most sustainable communities and the country's first "One Planet Master-Planned
Community". In partnership with Hydro Ottawa, we developed the District Energy System, the first post-industrial waste heat recovery system in a master-
planned community in North America, which provides net-zero heating and cooling for all tenants, residents and visitors at Zibi. During the year ended
December 31, 2022, the District Energy System commenced operations.
Downtown Toronto's East End
Construction is ongoing at Block 8, the first building in our purpose-built rental community in the West Don Lands neighbourhood. Block 8 will comprise
770 rental units, of which 30% are affordable, with first occupancies expected in the first half of 2023. Construction on West Don Lands Block 3/4/7
commenced this year, comprising an additional 855 rental units (30% affordable), with initial occupancies planned for 2025. Construction has also
commenced on Block 10, which comprises 206 condominium units, 238 purpose-built rentals, 26,000 sf of heritage retail and an Indigenous Hub. This area
is a significant development hub for Dream, as it includes the 35 acre Canary District, the adjacent West Don Lands and Distillery District development
assets, in addition to the future Lakeshore East and Quayside developments.
Other Items
Net Gain on Land Settlement
In the year ended December 31, 2018, a stabilized recurring income property was expropriated from the Company pursuant to the Expropriations Act
(Ontario). In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company agreed to a final settlement for an additional $88.5 million in compensation, which was
recorded in the consolidated statement of earnings, net of transaction costs of $2.1 million.
Interest Expense
In the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022, interest expense was $16.2 million and $51.8 million, respectively, up from $9.7 million and
$27.2 million, respectively, in the comparative periods. The increase in interest expense is primarily due to higher interest rates, new borrowings related to
the acquisition of multi-family rental properties in Toronto, higher drawings on our Western Canada operating line, and the issuance of Dream Impact
Trust's convertible debentures in late 2021 and 2022.
General and Administrative Expenses
In the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022, general and administrative expenses were $17.7 million and $33.6 million, respectively,
compared to $1.5 million and $15.4 million, respectively, in the comparative period. The increase in general and administrative expenses are primarily due
to the settlement of certain outstanding legal claims, one-time compliance costs and higher non-cash expenses related to share-based compensation.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company received government assistance through the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy of $0.6 million,
compared to $2.7 million in the prior year.
Income Tax Expense
The Company's effective income tax rate was 11.0% and 16.6% for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022, respectively (three and twelve
months ended December 31, 2021 – 15.8% and 12.1%, respectively). The effective income tax rate for the three months and year ended December 31,
2022 is different than the statutory combined federal and provincial tax rate of 26.1% mainly due to the non-taxable portion of capital gains, partially
offset by a combination of non-deductible expenses and other items.
We are subject to income taxes in Canada, both federally and provincially, and the United States. Significant judgments and estimates are required in the
determination of the Company's tax balances. Our income tax expense and deferred tax liabilities reflect management's best estimate of current and
future taxes to be paid. The Company is subject to tax audits from various government and regulatory agencies on an ongoing basis. As a result, from time
to time, taxing authorities may disagree with the interpretation and application of tax laws taken by the Company in its tax filings.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our capital consists of debt facilities and shareholders' equity. Our objectives in managing our capital are to ensure adequate operating funds are available
to fund development costs, to cover leasing costs, overhead and capital expenditures for income generating assets, to provide for resources needed to
fund capital calls for existing developments, to generate a target rate of return on investments and to cover dividend payments. There have been no
material changes in future contractual obligations since December 31, 2022.
A summary of our working capital and financial assets and liabilities as at December 31, 2022 and 2021 is presented below. Project-specific inventory and
debt balances are excluded from the table below as the proceeds from the sale of inventory funds the repayment of project-specific construction facilities
and cash flows from investment properties are used to fund regular payments on mortgages and term debt. Please refer to Note 38 of the consolidated
financial statements for the Company's full classification of items in the consolidated statements of financial position.
December 31, 2022
December 31, 2021
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets(1)
Lending portfolio
Equity accounted investment in
Dream Office REIT
Equity accounted investment in
Dream Residential REIT
Subtotal assets
Less than 12
months
Greater than
12 months
Non-
determinable
$
47,633 $
— $
207,363
34,407
5,066
—
—
60,674
66,657
10,008
—
—
Total
47,633 $
268,037
101,064
15,074
— $
—
—
—
528,413
528,413
45,835
45,835
Less than 12
months
Greater than
12 months
Non-
determinable
Total
52,564 $
— $
— $
52,564
221,900
23,581
5,947
—
—
12,641
96,913
6,787
—
—
—
—
—
234,541
120,494
12,734
520,166
520,166
—
—
294,469
137,339
574,248
1,006,056
303,992
116,341
520,166
940,499
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
205,929
15,613
46,330
267,872
147,798
26,627
45,201
219,626
Income and other taxes payable
Provision for real estate development costs
Corporate debt facilities
Dream Impact Trust units
Dream Impact Fund units
Subtotal liabilities
Net excess (deficiency)
57,363
74,162
41,421
—
—
—
—
290,409
—
—
378,875
306,022
$
(84,406) $
(168,683) $
—
—
—
188,385
69,919
304,634
269,614 $
57,363
74,162
331,830
188,385
69,919
989,531
59,721
52,198
—
—
—
—
—
243,388
—
—
259,717
270,015
—
—
—
288,092
49,430
382,723
59,721
52,198
243,388
288,092
49,430
912,455
16,525 $
44,275 $
(153,674) $
137,443 $
28,044
(1) Other financial assets as at December 31, 2022 excludes $34.1 million in project-specific investment holdings (December 31, 2021 – $38.1 million).
As at December 31, 2022, there were adequate resources to address the Company's short-term liquidity requirements. Certain financial instruments that
are callable or due on demand are presented as due within 12 months, which is inconsistent with the repayment timing expected by management. Due to
the nature of our development business, in addition to the above resources, the Company expects to fund a portion of our current liabilities through sales
of housing, condominium and land inventories, which cannot be classified and accordingly are not presented above. Management continuously reviews
the timing of expected debt repayments and actively pursues refinancing opportunities as they arise. As at December 31, 2022, we had $285.7 million in
available liquidity*, up from $275.6 million as at December 31, 2021.
Cash Requirements
The nature of the real estate business is such that we require capital to fund non-discretionary expenditures with respect to existing assets, as well as to
fund growth through acquisitions and developments. As at December 31, 2022, on a consolidated basis, we had $47.6 million in cash and cash equivalents
(December 31, 2021 – $52.6 million). Our intention is to meet short-term liquidity requirements through cash on hand, cash from operating activities,
working capital reserves and operating debt facilities. As at December 31, 2022, our debt maturing in 2023 is primarily project-specific and is expected to
be funded through proceeds from condominium unit closings. In addition, we anticipate that cash from operations and recurring income will continue to
provide the cash necessary to fund operating expenses and debt service requirements.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
The Company's consolidated statement of cash flows is as follows:
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Net cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities
Net cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities
Net cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period
$
$
For the three months ended December 31,
2021
For the year ended December 31,
2021
2022
88,969 $
35,795
(48,258)
76,506
57,547
134,053 $
33,244
$
(152,305)
62,176
(56,885)
109,449
52,564
$
2022
20,067 $
(137,046)
198,468
81,489
52,564
134,053 $
67,023
(477,171)
277,591
(132,557)
185,121
52,564
*
Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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Operating Activities
Cash flows provided by operating activities totalled $89.0 million in the three months ended December 31, 2022, a $55.7 million decrease from the 2021
comparative period primarily due less draws on construction loans used for the development of condominium and housing inventory.
Cash flows used in operating activities totalled $20.1 million in the year ended December 31, 2022, a $47.0 million decrease from 2021 primarily due to the
aforementioned reasons.
Investing Activities
Cash flow provided by investing activities totalled $35.8 million in the three months ended December 31, 2022, a $188.1 million increase from the 2021
comparative period. Cash outflows in 2021 primarily relate to the acquisition of multi-family rental properties and higher contributions to our equity
accounted investments.
Cash used in investing activities totalled $137.0 million in the year ended December 31, 2022, a $340.1 million decrease from 2021. Cash used in investing
actives in 2022 primarily relate to acquisitions and additions to our investment properties portfolio, partially offset by net proceeds from a land
settlement. Cash outflows in 2021 primarily relate to the aforementioned acquisition activity.
Financing Activities
Cash flows used in financing activities totalled $48.3 million in the three months ended December 31, 2022, compared to a cash inflow of $62.2 million in
the prior year. The decrease in cash from financing activities is primarily due to repayment of project-level debt facilities in 2022, in comparison to,
drawings on our project-level debt facilities in 2021 in connection with the acquisition of our multi-family properties.
Cash inflow from financing activities totalled $198.5 million in the year ended December 31, 2022, a $79.1 million decrease from 2021. The decrease in
cash inflow from financing activities is primarily due to the aforementioned activities.
Debt
As at December 31, 2022, debt was $1,612.6 million (December 31, 2021 – $1,293.7 million). A breakdown of project-specific and corporate debt facilities
is detailed in the table below.
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Operating line - Dream Impact Fund
Operating line - Western Canada
Construction loans
Mortgages and term debt
Total project-specific debt
Non-revolving term facility
Operating line - Dream Impact Trust
Convertible debentures (host instruments) - Dream Impact Trust
Convertible debentures (conversion features) - Dream Impact Trust
Total corporate debt facilities
Debt
Debt to total assets ratio*
December 31, 2022
December 31, 2021
December 31, 2022
December 31, 2021
Balance
Weighted average interest rate
$
$
$
$
9,400 $
73,796
328,139
869,405
1,280,740 $
223,128
41,421
66,833
449
331,831 $
1,612,571 $
19,263
75,779
315,629
639,636
1,050,307
214,148
—
28,883
357
243,388
1,293,695
40.8 %
37.1 %
6.47%
7.22%
5.78%
4.03%
4.65%
5.59%
6.97%
6.12%
n/a
5.77%
4.89%
2.70%
3.02%
2.95%
3.02%
2.99%
3.88%
n/a
6.20%
n/a
4.16%
3.21%
As at December 31, 2022, $735.3 million (December 31, 2021 – $469.3 million) of aggregate development loans and term debt were subject to a fixed,
weighted average interest rate of 3.14% (December 31, 2021 – 3.05%) and will mature between 2023 and 2027. A further $877.3 million (December 31,
2021 – $824.4 million) of real estate debt was subject to a weighted average variable interest rate of 6.40% (December 31, 2021 – 3.30%) and will mature
between 2023 and 2025. Included within total debt is $308.1 million (December 31, 2021 – $176.9 million) of variable debt that the Company has hedged
through fixed interest rate swaps. All of the Company's interest rate swaps are being used to mitigate risk of rising interest rates and have been accounted
for using hedge accounting.
Convertible Debentures
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Trust closed on a public offering of $40,000 aggregate principal amount of impact convertible unsecured
subordinated debentures ("2022 Debentures"), excluding transaction costs of $2,048. The 2022 Debentures bear a coupon interest rate of 5.75% per
annum and an effective interest rate of 6.0% per annum, payable semi-annually on June 30 and December 31 of each year, commencing on December 31,
2022 and maturing on December 31, 2027. The 2022 Debentures are convertible at the holder's option into units of the Trust at a conversion price of $8.00
per unit, representing a conversion rate of 125.0000 units of $1 principal amount, convertible at the holder's option at any time before the maturity date.
*
Represents a specified financial measure. Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for further details.
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Contractual Obligations
Our liquidity is impacted by contractual debt commitments as follows:
Project-specific debt(1)
Corporate debt facilities(1)
Leases
2023
2024
2025
$
382,748
$
100,298
$
184,063
$
41,421
1,404
—
1,380
223,128
1,068
$
425,573
$
101,678
$
408,259
$
2026
34,277
29,327
1,041
64,645
2027 and
thereafter
Total
$
579,354
$ 1,280,740
37,954
6,943
331,830
11,836
$
624,251
$ 1,624,406
(1) The amounts presented are shown consistent with the contractual terms of repayment, which may be due on demand.
In addition to the commitments above, we may be required to fund capital to our development projects as part of the Company's normal course of
operations.
Shareholders' Equity
Dream is authorized to issue an unlimited number of Subordinate Voting Shares and an unlimited number of Class B Shares. As at December 31, 2022,
there were 41,030,346 Subordinate Voting Shares and 1,557,356 Class B Shares outstanding (December 31, 2021 - 41,278,675 Subordinate Voting Shares
and 1,557,356 Class B Shares).
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a special dividend of $0.50 per Subordinate Voting Share and Class B
Share and was paid to shareholders on December 30, 2022.
Subsequent to the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company’s Board of Directors approved an increase to the annual dividend per Subordinate Voting
Share and Class B Share from $0.40 per share to $0.50 per share, effective with the dividend payable to shareholders on March 31, 2023.
As at February 21, 2023, there were 41,030,346 Subordinate Voting Shares, 1,557,356 Class B Shares, 865,845 options, 705,856 performance share units,
228,729 restricted share units and 298,896 deferred share units outstanding.
Including the Subordinate Voting Shares of Dream and Class B Shares held or controlled directly or indirectly, the President and Chief Responsible Officer
("CRO") owned an approximate 49% economic interest and 88% voting interest in the Company as at December 31, 2022.
Share Repurchases
The Company renewed its Normal Course Issuer Bid ("NCIB"), which commenced on September 21, 2022, under which the Company has the ability to
purchase for cancellation up to a maximum number of 2,231,143 Subordinate Voting Shares through the facilities of the TSX at prevailing market prices
and in accordance with the rules and policies of the TSX. The actual number of Subordinate Voting Shares that may be purchased, and the timing of any
such purchases as determined by the Company, are subject to a maximum daily purchase limitation of 11,462 shares, except where purchases are made in
accordance with block purchase exemptions under applicable TSX rules.
In connection with the renewal of the NCIB, the Company has established an automatic securities purchase plan (the "Plan") with its designated broker to
facilitate the purchase of Subordinate Voting Shares under the NCIB at times when the Company would ordinarily not be permitted to purchase its
Subordinate Voting Shares due to regulatory restrictions or self-imposed blackout periods. Purchases will be made by the Company's broker based on the
parameters prescribed by the TSX and the terms of the parties' written agreement. Outside of such restricted or blackout periods, the Subordinate Voting
Shares may also be purchased in accordance with management's discretion. The Plan was pre-cleared by the TSX and will terminate on September 20,
2023.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, 0.4 million Subordinate Voting Shares were purchased for cancellation by the Company under its NCIB at an average
price of $39.53 (year ended December 31, 2021 – 2.4 million Subordinate Voting Shares at an average price of $25.29).
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements, Commitments and Contingencies
We conduct our real estate activities from time to time through joint arrangements with third-party partners. A discussion of our off-balance sheet
arrangements, commitments and contingencies is included in Note 34 of the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022,
which is incorporated by reference into this MD&A.
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Transactions with Related Parties
The Company has agreements for services and transactions with related parties, which are discussed and outlined in Note 35 of our financial statements
for the year ended December 31, 2022, which is incorporated by reference into this MD&A.
Dream Industrial REIT
In the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Company earned/recovered the following amounts pursuant to the asset management and shared
services agreements with Dream Industrial REIT:
Asset management fees charged by Dream(1)
Cost recoveries charged by Dream
For the three months ended December 31,
2021
2022
For the year ended December 31,
2021
2022
$
5,281
$
243
5,746
$
190
21,146
$
1,428
22,720
739
(1) Included in asset management fees charged to Dream Industrial REIT for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 were incentive fees of $nil.
Dream Office REIT
Amounts earned/recovered under the shared services and property management agreements with Dream Office REIT during the years ended
December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
For the three months ended December 31,
2021
2022
For the year ended December 31,
2021
2022
Cost recoveries charged by Dream to Dream Office REIT
Cost recoveries charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream
$
417
$
2,998
$
552
2,581
Cost recoveries charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream Impact Trust
Fees charged by Dream to Dream Office REIT
Fees charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream
Fees charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream Impact Trust
278
595
133
683
157
588
107
513
1,626
$
11,407
1,032
2,367
409
2,585
1,405
8,787
552
2,353
302
2,103
Dream Residential REIT
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company earned/recovered the following amounts pursuant to the asset management and shared services
agreements with Dream Residential REIT:
Asset management fees charged by Dream(1)
Advisory fees charged by Dream
Cost recoveries charged by Dream
For the three months ended December 31,
2021
2022
For the year ended December 31,
2021
2022
$
295
$
—
170
—
—
—
$
642
$
2,834
278
—
—
—
(1) Included in asset management fees charged to Dream Residential REIT for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 were incentive fees of $nil.
Dream U.S. Industrial Fund
Amounts earned/recovered under the fund management agreement during the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
Fees earned under the fund management agreement
$
1,088
$
20
$
4,561
$
321
For the three months ended December 31,
2021
2022
For the year ended December 31,
2021
2022
GTA Land Joint Venture
Amounts earned/recovered under the asset management agreement during the year ended December 31, 2022 are as follows:
Fees earned under the asset management agreement
$
82
$
—
$
158
$
—
For the three months ended December 31,
2021
2022
For the year ended December 31,
2021
2022
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Critical Accounting Estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS requires the Company to make judgments in applying its accounting
policies, estimates and assumptions about the future. These judgments, estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities,
revenues and expenses and the related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities included in the Company's consolidated financial statements. The
Company evaluates its estimates on an ongoing basis. Such estimates are based on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe
are reasonable under the circumstances, and these estimates form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities and the
reported amount of revenues and expenses that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from those estimates under
different assumptions or conditions. A detailed summary of the most significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions made by management
in the preparation and analysis of our financial results is included in Note 3 of our consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31,
2022, which is incorporated by reference into this MD&A.
Changes in Accounting Policies and Disclosures and Future Accounting Policy Changes
A detailed summary of the most significant accounting policies and disclosures made by management in the preparation and analysis of our financial
results is included in Note 4 of our consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022, which is incorporated by reference into this
MD&A.
Internal Control over Financial Reporting
As at December 31, 2022, the President and Chief Responsible Officer and the Chief Financial Officer (the "Certifying Officers"), with the assistance of
senior management, have evaluated the design and effectiveness of the Company's disclosure controls and procedures ("DC&P"), as defined in National
Instrument 52-109, "Certification of Disclosure in Issuers' Annual and Interim Filings" ("NI 52-109"). Based on that evaluation, the Certifying Officers have
concluded that, as at December 31, 2022, the DC&P are adequate and effective in order to provide reasonable assurance that material information has
been accumulated and communicated to management, to allow timely decisions of required disclosures by the Company and its consolidated subsidiary
entities, within the required time periods.
The Company's internal control over financial reporting ("ICFR") (as defined by NI 52-109) is designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the
reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of consolidated financial statements for external purposes in accordance with IFRS. Using the
framework established in "2013 Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Internal Control Framework", published by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission, the Certifying Officers, together with other members of management, have evaluated the design and
operation of the Company's ICFR. Based on that evaluation, the Certifying Officers have concluded that the Company's ICFR was effective as at December
31, 2022.
There were no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting in the year ended December 31, 2022 that have materially affected, or
are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting.
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Risk Factors
We are exposed to various risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control and could have an impact on our business, financial condition,
operating results and prospects. Shareholders should consider those risks and uncertainties when assessing our outlook in terms of investment potential.
For a discussion of the risks and uncertainties identified by the Company, please refer to our Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2022 and our
most recent Annual Information Form filed on SEDAR (www.sedar.com). For a discussion of the risks and uncertainties identified specific to Dream Impact
Trust, please refer to the Dream Impact Trust Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2022 and the most recent Annual Information Form filed by
Dream Impact Trust on SEDAR.
Ownership of Real Estate
Development Risk
The development industry is cyclical in nature and is significantly affected by changes in general and local economic and industry conditions, such as
employment levels, availability of financing for homebuyers, government regulations, interest rates, consumer confidence, levels of new and existing
homes for sale, demographic trends, housing demand and competition from other real estate companies.
An oversupply of alternatives to new homes and condominium units, such as resale properties, including properties held for sale by investors and
speculators, foreclosed homes and rental properties, may reduce the Company's ability to sell new homes and condominium units and may depress prices
and reduce margins from the sale of new homes and condominium units. Depending on market conditions, the Company may not be able, or may not
wish, to develop its land holdings. Development of land holdings and properties that are to be constructed are subject to a variety of risks, not all of which
are within the Company's control. Such risks include lack of funding, variability in development costs and unforeseeable delays.
Real estate assets, particularly raw land, are relatively illiquid in down markets. Such illiquidity tends to limit the Company's ability to vary its real estate
portfolio promptly in response to changing economic or investment conditions. If there are significant adverse changes in economic or real estate market
conditions, the Company may have to sell properties at a loss or hold undeveloped land or developed properties in inventory longer than planned.
Inventory carrying costs can be significant and may result in losses in a poorly performing project or market.
Delays and Cost Over-Runs
Delays and cost over-runs may occur in completing the construction of development projects, prospective projects and future projects that may be
undertaken. A number of factors that could cause such delays or cost over-runs include, but are not limited to, permitting delays, changing engineering
and design requirements, the performance of contractors, labour disruptions, adverse weather conditions and the availability of financing.
Permitting
Our development of real estate projects is subject to various regulations requiring us to obtain building permits and other authorizations. We may be
unable to obtain or face significant delays in obtaining such permits or authorizations, which could result in increased development costs or the
cancellation of parts or entire projects.
Supply of Materials and Services
The construction industry has from time to time experienced significant difficulties in the supply of materials and services, including with respect to
shortages of skilled and experienced contractors and tradespeople, labour disputes, shortages of building materials, unforeseen environmental and
engineering problems, and increases in the cost of certain materials. If any of these difficulties should occur, we may experience delays and increased costs
in the construction of homes and condominiums.
Competition
The residential home and condominium and rental building industry is highly competitive. Residential home and condominium and rental builders
compete for buyers, desirable properties, building materials, labour and capital. We compete with other local, regional and national builders. Any
improvement in the cost structure or service of these competitors will increase the competition we face. We also compete with sellers of existing homes,
housing speculators and investors in rental housing. Competitive conditions in the residential home and condominium and rental building industries could
result in: difficulty in acquiring desirable land at acceptable prices, increased selling incentives, lower sales volumes and prices, lower profit margins,
impairments in the value of our inventory and other assets, increased construction costs and delays in construction.
Our ability to successfully expand asset management activities in the future is dependent on our reputation with clients. We believe that our track record,
the expertise of our asset management team and the performance of the assets currently under management will enable us to continue to develop
productive relationships with these companies and to grow the assets under management. However, if we are not successful in doing so, our business and
results of operations may be adversely affected.
Joint Venture Risks
Real estate investments are often made as joint ventures or partnerships with third parties. These structures involve certain additional risks, including the
possibility that the co-venturers/partners may, at any time, have economic or business interests inconsistent with ours, the risk that such co-venturers/
partners could experience financial difficulties that could result in additional financial demands on us to maintain and operate such properties or repay
debt in respect of such properties, and the need to obtain the co-venturers'/partners' consent with respect to certain major decisions in respect of such
properties.
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Our co-venturers/partners may, at any time, have economic or business interests inconsistent with ours and we may be required to take actions that are in
the interest of the partners collectively, but not in the Company's sole best interests. Accordingly, we may not be able to favourably resolve issues with
respect to such decisions or we could become engaged in a dispute with any of them that might affect our ability to develop or operate the business or
assets in question efficiently. Any failure of the Company or our co-venturers and partners to meet their obligations, or disagreements with respect to
strategic decision making, could have an adverse effect on the joint ventures or partnerships, which may have an adverse effect on the Company. In
addition, we face the risk that any interests that we directly or indirectly hold in any joint venture may be diluted in the event that additional capital is
required from the partners of the joint venture and we are, or the entity holding such interests is, unable to participate in such capital raise. We cannot
guarantee that we nor any entity in which we hold an interest will be able to access sufficient capital to perform any obligations in connection with any
joint venture commitments.
We attempt to mitigate these risks by performing due diligence procedures on potential partners and contractual arrangements, and by closely monitoring
and supervising the joint ventures or partnerships.
Expropriation Risk
We are subject to laws and regulations governing the ownership and leasing of real property and are subject to the possibility that our assets may be
expropriated. Should any assets that we hold for development or other assets be expropriated, there is a risk that we may not realize the profit that we
expected upon planning the development, sale or lease of such asset. Expropriation of our assets may also affect the value of any assets that we have in
physical proximity to the expropriated asset, including as a result of disruption of our community planning initiatives. These factors may have adverse
effects on our business and may negatively impact our expected development project and other returns.
Geographic Concentration
Our land development and housing operations are concentrated in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Some or both of these regions could be affected by severe
weather; natural disasters; shortages in the availability or increased costs of obtaining land, equipment, labour or building supplies; changes to the
population growth rates and therefore the demand for homes in these regions; and changes in the regulatory and fiscal environment. Due to the
concentrated nature of our expected land development and housing operations, negative factors affecting one or a number of these geographic regions at
the same time could result in a greater impact on our financial condition or results of operations than they might have on other companies that have a
more diversified portfolio of operations.
Given the prominence of the oil and gas industry in Alberta and Saskatchewan, the economies of these provinces can be significantly impacted by the price
of oil. Similarly, because of our substantial land and housing development operations in Alberta and Saskatchewan, any substantial decline in the price of
oil could also adversely affect the Company's operating results. We continuously evaluate the economic health of the markets in which we operate
through various means to ensure that we have identified and, where possible, mitigated risks to the Company, including the potential impacts of changes
in the price of oil. Additionally, the land development process is longer term in nature, which, to some extent, mitigates the impacts of short-term
fluctuations in the health of the economies in which we operate. As of December 31, 2022, the Company had not identified any material adverse effect on
our business as a result of oil prices.
Our Saskatchewan and Alberta operations have historically focused on the Company's land and housing businesses, as well as a golf course reported under
our recreational properties. The Company has also recognized the potential of our substantial land holdings in these markets for retail and multi-family
residential development opportunities, and we expect to continue to increase the activity for these types of developments in the future. Our retail
developments utilize the Company's existing land inventory to develop assets that will derive cash flows over a longer term.
In addition to our holdings in Saskatchewan and Alberta, a substantial portion of the projects in our Development segment are located in and around the
GTA and we have invested significantly in this region through both our Development segment and our investment in Dream Office REIT and Dream Impact
Trust, whose portfolios are concentrated in Toronto. Accordingly, any negative fluctuation in Toronto market fundamentals could result in a greater impact
on our financial condition or results of operations than they might have on other companies that have a more diversified portfolio of operations.
Risks Related to Acquisitions
Our external growth prospects depend in large part on our ability to identify suitable investment opportunities, pursue such opportunities and
consummate acquisitions, including direct or indirect acquisitions of real estate. Achieving the benefits of acquisitions depends in part on successfully
consolidating functions and integrating operations and procedures in a timely and efficient manner, as well as our ability to realize our anticipated growth
opportunities and synergies from our newly acquired investments. Integrating acquired investments and businesses also involves a number of risks that
could materially and adversely affect our business, including: (i) failure of the acquired investment or businesses to achieve expected results; (ii) risks
relating to the integration of the acquired investment or businesses and the retention and integration of key personnel relating to the acquired investment
or businesses; and (iii) the risk that major tenants or clients of the acquired investment or businesses may not be retained.
Notwithstanding pre-acquisition due diligence, it is not possible to fully understand a property before it is owned and operated for an extended period of
time and there may be undisclosed or unknown liabilities concerning the acquired properties. The Company may not be indemnified for some or all of
these liabilities. To mitigate this risk, we conduct an appropriate level of due diligence and investigation in connection with acquisition of properties and
seek, through contractual arrangements, to ensure that risks lie with the appropriate party. For example, we could directly or indirectly acquire a property
that contains undisclosed environmental contamination. Accordingly, in the course of acquiring a property, specific risks might not be or might not have
been recognized or correctly evaluated. Thus, we could have overlooked or misjudged legal and/or economic liabilities. These circumstances could lead to
additional costs and could have a material adverse effect on our proceeds from sales and development or rental income of the relevant properties, for
which we may not be entitled to any recourse against the vendor, and any contractual, legal, insurance or other remedies may be insufficient. In addition,
after the acquisition of a property by us, the market in which the acquired property is located may experience unexpected changes that materially
adversely affect the property’s value. For these reasons, among others, our property acquisitions may cause us to experience significant losses. The
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occupancy of rental properties that we acquire may decline during our ownership, and rents that are in effect at the time a rental property is acquired may
decline thereafter. For these reasons, among others, our property acquisitions may cause us to experience significant losses. If we are unable to manage
our growth and integrate our acquisitions effectively, our investments, operating results and financial condition could be materially adversely affected.
Risks Related to Master-Planned Communities
Before a master-planned community generates any revenues, material expenditures are incurred to acquire land, obtain development approvals and
construct significant portions of project infrastructure, amenities, model homes and sales facilities. It generally takes several years for a master-planned
community development to achieve cumulative positive cash flow. If we are unable to develop and market our master-planned communities successfully
and generate positive cash flows from these operations in a timely manner, this may have a material adverse effect on our business and results of
operations.
Real Estate Ownership
An investment in real estate is relatively illiquid. Such illiquidity tends to limit our ability to vary our commercial property portfolio promptly in response to
changing economic or investment conditions. In recessionary times, it may be difficult to dispose of certain types of real estate. The costs of holding real
estate are considerable and during an economic recession we may be faced with ongoing expenditures with a declining prospect of incoming receipts. In
such circumstances, it may be necessary to dispose of properties at lower prices in order to generate sufficient cash for operations.
Certain significant expenditures (e.g., property taxes, maintenance costs, mortgage payments, insurance costs and related charges) must be made
regardless of whether or not a property is producing sufficient income to pay such expenses. In order to retain desirable rentable space and to generate
adequate revenue over the long term, properties must be maintained or, in some cases, improved to meet market demand. Maintaining a rental property
in accordance with market standards can entail significant costs, which may not be able to be passed on to tenants. Numerous factors, including the age of
the relevant building structure, the material and substances used at the time of construction, or currently unknown building code violations, could result in
substantial unbudgeted costs for refurbishment or modernization. Any failure by us to ensure appropriate maintenance and refurbishment work is
undertaken could materially adversely affect the rental income that we earn from such properties; for example, such a failure could entitle tenants to
withhold or reduce rental payments or even terminate existing leases. Any such event could have an adverse effect on our cash flows, financial condition
and results of operations.
Returns on real estate and real estate related assets and investments are generally subject to a number of factors and risks, including changes in general
economic conditions (which could affect the availability, terms and cost of mortgage financings and other types of credit), changes in local economic
conditions (such as an oversupply of properties or a reduction in demand for real estate in a particular area), the attractiveness of properties to potential
tenants or purchasers, competition with other landlords with similar available space, and the ability of the owner to provide adequate maintenance at
competitive costs. These factors and risks could cause fluctuations in the value of the real estate and real estate related assets and investments owned by
us, or in the value of the real estate securing mortgages and other loans our Subsidiaries may issue. These fluctuations could materially adversely affect us.
The revenue properties in the various Dream Entities’ investment portfolios generate income through rent received from tenants. Upon the expiry of any
lease, there can be no assurance that the lease will be renewed or the tenant replaced for a number of reasons. Furthermore, the terms of any subsequent
lease may be less favourable than those of the existing lease. The Dream Entities’ income and cash flows could be adversely affected if tenants were to
become unable to meet their obligations under their leases or if a significant amount of available space in any particular property could not be leased on
economically favourable lease terms. In the event of default by a tenant, they may experience delays or limitations in enforcing their rights as lessor and
incur substantial costs in protecting their investments. Furthermore, at any time, a tenant may seek the protection of bankruptcy, insolvency or similar
laws, which could result in the rejection and termination of the lease of the tenant and, thereby, cause a reduction in the cash flows available to the other
Dream Entities that may adversely affect the asset management revenue or distributions we receive from the other Dream Entities.
Rollover of Leases
Revenue properties generate income through rent received from tenants. Upon the expiry of any lease, there can be no assurance that the lease will be
renewed or the tenant replaced for a number of reasons. Furthermore, the terms of any subsequent lease may be less favourable than those of the
existing lease. Our cash flows and financial position could be adversely affected if tenants were to become unable to meet their obligations under their
leases or if a significant amount of available space in our revenue properties could not be leased on economically favourable lease terms. In the event of
default by a tenant, we may experience delays or limitations in enforcing our rights as lessor and incur substantial costs in protecting our investment. In
addition, at any time, a tenant may seek the protection of bankruptcy, insolvency or similar laws, which could result in the rejection and termination of the
lease of the tenant and, thereby, cause a reduction in the cash flows available to us.
Market Conditions
Revenue properties are subject to economic and other factors affecting the real estate markets in the geographic areas where we own and manage
properties. These factors include government policies, demographics and employment patterns, the affordability of rental properties, competitive leasing
rates and long-term interest and inflation rates. These factors may differ from those affecting the real estate markets in other regions. If real estate
conditions in areas where these properties are located decline relative to real estate conditions in other regions, our cash flows and financial condition
may be more adversely affected than those of companies that have more geographically diversified portfolios of properties.
Residential Rental Business Risk
The Company expects to be increasingly involved in mixed-use development projects that include residential rentals. Purchaser demand for residential
rentals is cyclical and is affected by changes in general market and economic conditions, such as consumer confidence, employment levels, availability of
financing for home buyers, interest rates, demographic trends, housing supply and housing demand. As a landlord in its properties that include rental
apartments, the Company is subject to the risks inherent in the multi-unit residential rental business, including, but not limited to, fluctuations in
occupancy levels, individual credit risk, heightened reputation risk, tenant privacy concerns, potential changes to rent control regulations, increases in
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operating costs including the costs of utilities and the imposition of new taxes or increased property taxes. In addition, multi-family rental properties are
subject to rent control legislation in Ontario. The legislation in various degrees imposes restrictions on the ability of a landlord to increase rents above an
annually prescribed guideline or requires the landlord to give tenants sufficient notice prior to an increase in rent, or restricts the frequency of rent
increases permitted during the year. In response to COVID-19, Ontario capped residential rent increases on existing tenants for 2022 at 1.2%. The lack of
availability of affordable housing and related housing policy and regulations is continuing to increase in prominence as a topic of concern at the various
levels of government. The Company may be exposed to the risk of the implementation of, or amendments to, existing legislative rent controls in the
markets in which it operates, which may have an adverse impact on our operations and we may incur costs that will not be fully recoverable from rents
charged to tenants. Multi-family rental business risk may result in a significant loss of earnings to the Company; however, to mitigate these risks, the
Company portfolio includes well located and professionally managed properties.
Sales Risks
Home and condominium buyers typically finance their home or condominium acquisitions through lenders providing mortgage financing. Increases in
mortgage rates or decreases in the availability of mortgage financing could depress the market for new condominiums because of the increased monthly
mortgage costs to potential buyers. In addition, increases in mortgage rates and other economic factors may negatively impact the capacity of prospective
buyers to close on the acquisition of our units, resulting in buyers defaulting on their purchase agreements and providing us with a gain limited to the
purchase agreement deposit. In such cases, we face the risk that we may need to sell the units at lower prices than expected, and that the deposit that we
withheld from any defaulting buyers will not cover the loss in sales price of such units. Even if potential customers do not need financing, changes in
mortgage interest rates and mortgage availability could make it harder for them to sell their existing homes to potential buyers who need financing, which
would result in reduced demand for new homes. As a result, rising mortgage rates and reduced mortgage availability could adversely affect the Company’s
ability to sell new condominiums and the price at which it can sell them.
Regulatory Risks
The real estate development process is subject to a variety of laws and regulations. In particular, governmental authorities regulate such matters as zoning
and permitted land uses, levels of density and building standards. We will have to continue to obtain approvals from various governmental authorities and
comply with local, provincial and federal laws, including laws and regulations concerning the protection of the environment in connection with such
development projects. Obtaining such approvals and complying with such laws and regulations may result in delays which, may cause us to incur additional
costs that impact the profitability of a development project, or may restrict development activity altogether with respect to a particular project.
In addition, certain private funds that operate in the United States in which we hold interests are registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(“SEC”), and are therefore subject to the regulations of the SEC. Any failure of such private funds to adhere to or abide by such applicable securities
regulations may result in fines or other enforcement action by the SEC, which could result in significant financial and reputational costs for such funds and
adversely affect the value of our investment in such funds.
Environmental and Climate Change Risks
As an owner of real property, we are subject to various federal, provincial or state, and municipal laws relating to environmental matters. Such laws
provide a range of potential liability, including potentially significant penalties, and potential liability for the costs of removal or remediation of certain
hazardous substances. The presence of such substances, if any, could adversely affect our ability to sell or redevelop such real estate or to borrow using
such real estate as collateral and, potentially, could also result in civil claims against us. In order to obtain financing for the purchase of a new property
through traditional channels, we may be requested to arrange for an environmental audit to be conducted. Although such an audit provides us and our
lenders with some assurance, we may become subject to liability for undetected pollution or other environmental hazards on our properties against which
we cannot insure, or against which we may elect not to insure where premium costs are disproportionate to our perception of relative risk.
We have formal policies and procedures to review and monitor environmental exposure. In 2021, we became an official supporter of the TCFD, and will
develop a plan to systematically assess climate change-related risk around the four TCFD core reporting areas, being governance, strategy, risk
management, and metrics and targets.
Climate change continues to attract the focus of governments, investors, and the general public as an important threat, given that the emission of
greenhouse gases and other activities continue to negatively impact the planet. We face the risk that our properties or tenants will be subject to
government initiatives aimed at countering climate change, such as reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, which could impose constraints on our
operational flexibility or cause us or our tenants to incur financial costs to comply with various reforms. Any failure to adhere and adapt to climate change
reform could result in fines or adversely affect our reputation, operations, or financial performance. Furthermore, our properties or tenants may be
exposed to the impact of events caused by climate change, such as natural disasters and increasingly frequent and severe weather conditions. Such events
could interrupt our operations and activities, damage our properties, and potentially decrease our property values or require us to incur additional
expenses including an increase in insurance costs to insure our properties against natural disasters and severe weather.
Home Warranty and Construction Defect Claims
As a homebuilder, we are subject to construction defect and home warranty claims arising in the ordinary course of our business. These claims are
common in the homebuilding industry and can be costly. Where we act as the general contractor, we will be responsible for the performance of the entire
contract, including work assigned to subcontractors. Claims may be asserted against us for construction defects, personal injury or property damage
caused by the subcontractors, and if successful these claims give rise to liability. Where we hire a general contractor, if there are unforeseen events such as
the bankruptcy of, or an uninsured or under-insured loss claimed against our general contractor, we will sometimes become responsible for the losses or
other obligations of the general contractor. The costs of insuring against construction defect and product liability claims are high, and the amount of
coverage offered by insurance companies may be limited. There can be no assurance that this coverage will not be further restricted and become more
costly. If we are not able to obtain adequate insurance against these claims in the future, our business and results of operations may be adversely affected.
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Seasonality
The nature of our land development and housing business is inherently seasonal as it depends on sales of specific projects dictated by the marketplace and
the availability of buyers as well as weather-related delays. We have historically experienced, and we expect that we will continue to experience, variability
in our results on a quarterly basis. We generally have more homes under construction, close more home sales and have greater revenues and operating
income from our housing business in the fourth quarter of our fiscal year. Therefore, although new home contracts are obtained throughout the period, a
significant portion of our home closings occur in the second fiscal quarter. Our revenues from our land and housing development business therefore may
fluctuate significantly on a quarterly basis, and we must maintain sufficient liquidity to meet short-term operating requirements.
Asset Management Risks
Our ability to successfully expand our asset management activities is dependent on a number of factors, including certain factors that are outside our
control. In the event that the asset base of our funds were to decline, our management fees could decline as well. In addition, we could experience losses
on our investments of our own capital in our funds as a result of poor performance by our funds. Termination of an asset management agreement in
accordance with its terms by any of our funds would also result in a decline in our management fees.
Our ability to successfully expand asset management activities is dependent on our reputation with clients. We believe that our track record, the expertise
of our asset management team and the performance of the assets currently under management will enable us to continue to develop productive
relationships with these companies and to grow the assets under management. However, if we are not successful in doing so, our business and results of
operations may be adversely affected.
Our revenues from the asset management segment are dependent on agreements with a few key clients. Although we have long-term, stable
management contracts with clients that may only be terminated in limited circumstances, any such termination could have a material adverse effect on
our revenue from management fees.
Lending Portfolio and Investment Holdings
Default Risk
If a borrower under a loan defaults under any terms of the loan, we may have the ability to exercise our enforcement remedies in respect of the loan.
Exercising enforcement remedies is a process that requires a significant amount of time to complete, which could adversely impact our cash flow. In
addition, as a result of potential declines in real estate values, there is no assurance that we will be able to recover all or substantially all of the outstanding
principal and interest owed to us in respect of such loans by exercising our enforcement remedies. Our inability to recover the amounts owed to us in
respect of such loans could materially adversely affect us.
There can be no assurance that any of the loans comprising our borrowers' portfolio can or will be renewed at the same interest rates and terms, or in the
same amounts as are currently in effect. The lenders, the borrowers or both may elect to not renew any loan. If loans are renewed, the principal balance,
the interest rates and the other terms and conditions will be subject to negotiation between the lenders and the borrowers at the time of renewal.
In addition, the composition of our lending portfolio may vary widely from time to time and may be concentrated by type of security, industry or
geography, resulting in it being less diversified during certain periods. A lack of diversification may result in exposure to economic downturns or other
events that have an adverse and disproportionate effect on particular types of securities, industries or geographies.
Credit Risk and Concentration Risk
There is a risk that a borrower or issuer of an investment security will not make a payment on debt or that an originating lender will not make its payment
on a loan participation interest purchased by us or that an issuer or an investment security or an originating lender retaining the original loan in which it
grants participation may suffer adverse changes in financial condition, lowering the credit quality of its security or participation and increasing the volatility
of the security or participation price. Such changes in the credit quality of a security or participation can affect its liquidity and make it more difficult to sell
if we wish to do so. In addition, with respect to loans made or held by us, a change in the financial condition of a borrower could have a negative financial
impact on us.
While we intend to diversify our investments to ensure that we do not have excessive concentration in any single borrower or counterparty, or related
group of borrowers or counterparties, the Company currently holds various lending instruments and investments with the same counterparty or related
counterparties within its lending portfolio and development and investment holdings portfolio. A change in the financial condition of a single borrower or
counterparty or related group of borrowers or counterparties to which the Company has concentrated exposure could significantly and adversely affect
the overall performance of the Company.
Financial and Liquidity Risk
Interest Rate Risk
When negotiating financing agreements or extending such agreements, we will depend on our ability to agree on terms, including in respect of interest
payments and amortization. In addition to existing variable rate portions of our financial agreement, we may enter into future financing agreements with
variable interest rates. There is a risk that interest rates will continue to increase. Further increases in interest rates could result in a significant increase in
the amount paid by us to service debt that could materially adversely affect our cash flows.
We may implement hedging programs in order to offset the risk of revenue losses and to provide more certainty on our cash flows should current variable
interest rates increase. However, to the extent that we fail to adequately manage these risks, our financial results and our ability to make interest
payments under future financings may be adversely affected. Increases in interest rates generally cause a decrease in demand for properties. Higher
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interest rates and more stringent borrowing requirements, whether mandated by law or required by financial institutions, could have a material adverse
effect on our ability to sell any of our investments.
Financing Risk
We will require access to capital to ensure properties are maintained, as well to fund our growth strategy and significant capital expenditures. There is no
assurance that capital will be available when needed or on favourable terms. Our access to third-party financing will be subject to a number of factors,
including general market conditions, the market's perception of our growth potential, our then current and expected future earnings and our cash flows.
Upon the expiry of the terms of the financing of any particular property, refinancing may not be available or may not be available on reasonable terms.
Ability to Obtain Performance, Payment, Completion and Surety Bonds and Letters of Credit
We may often be required to provide performance, payment, completion and surety bonds or letters of credit to secure the completion of our
construction contracts, development agreements and other arrangements. We have obtained facilities to provide the required volume of performance,
payment, completion and surety bonds and letters of credit for our expected growth in the medium term; however, unexpected growth may require
additional facilities. Our ability to obtain further performance, payment, completion and surety bonds and letters of credit primarily depends on our
perceived creditworthiness, capitalization, working capital, past performance and claims record, management expertise and certain external factors,
including the capacity of the performance bond markets. If our future claims record or our providers' requirements or policies are different, if we cannot
obtain the necessary consent from lenders to renew or amend our existing facilities, or if the market's capacity to provide performance and completion
bonds is not sufficient, we could be unable to obtain further performance, payment, completion and surety bonds or letters of credit when required, which
could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Financial Covenants
Our credit facilities and other financial instruments contain customary covenants and conditions, including, among others, compliance with various
financial ratios and restrictions upon the incurrence of additional indebtedness and liens on our properties. Furthermore, the terms of some of this
indebtedness may adversely affect our ability to consummate transactions that result in a change of control. Existing mortgages may also contain
customary negative covenants such as those that limit our or our affiliates’ ability, without the prior consent of the lender, to further mortgage the
applicable property. If we or our affiliates were to breach covenants in these debt agreements, the lender could declare a default and require us to repay
the debt immediately. If we fail to make such repayment in a timely manner, the lender may be entitled to take possession of any property securing the
loan. If the lenders declared a default under our credit facilities, all amounts outstanding thereunder would become due and payable and our ability to
borrow in future periods could be restricted. In addition, any such default on indebtedness in excess of a stipulated amount, unless waived, could
constitute a default under other facilities or financial instruments, giving rise to the acceleration of such indebtedness.
Other Applicable Risks
Economic Environment
Uncertainty over whether the economy will be adversely affected by inflation or stagflation, and the systemic impact of volatile energy costs and
geopolitical issues, may contribute to increased market volatility. Such economic uncertainties and market challenges, which may result from a continued
or exacerbated general economic slowdown, and their effects could materially and adversely affect the Company’s ability to generate revenues, thereby
reducing its earnings. A difficult operating environment could also have a material adverse effect on the ability of the Company to maintain occupancy
rates at its properties, which could harm the Company’s financial condition. Under such economic conditions, the Company’s tenants may be unable to
meet their rental payments and other obligations due to the Company, which could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position.
Increased inflation could have a more pronounced negative impact on any variable rate debt the Company is subject to or incurs in the future and on its
results of operations. Similarly, during periods of high inflation, annual rent increases may be less than the rate of inflation on a continual basis. Substantial
inflationary pressures and increased costs may have an adverse impact on the Company’s tenants if increases in their operating expenses exceed increases
in revenue. This may adversely affect the tenants’ ability to pay rent, which could negatively affect the Company’s financial condition.
The Company is also subject to the risk that if the real estate market ceases to attract the same level of capital investment in the future that it attracts at
the time of its real estate purchases, or the number of investors seeking to acquire properties decreases, the value of the Company’s investments may not
appreciate or may depreciate. Accordingly, the Company’s operations and financial condition could be materially and adversely affected to the extent that
an economic slowdown or downturn occurs, is prolonged or becomes more severe.
Public Health Risk
Public health crises, pandemics and epidemics, such as those caused by new strains of viruses such as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), could adversely
impact our and our customers’ businesses, and thereby our and our customers’ ability to meet payment obligations, by disrupting supply chains and
transactional activities, causing reduced traffic at our properties, leading to mobility restrictions and other quarantine measures, precipitating increased
government regulation and negatively impacting local, national or global economies. Public health crises, pandemics and epidemics may also increase the
volatility in financial markets and impact debt and equity markets, which could affect our ability to access capital. All of these factors may have a material
adverse effect on our business, results of operations and our ability to make cash distributions to unitholders.
The speed and extent of the spread of COVID-19, and the duration and intensity of resulting business disruption and related financial and social impact, are
uncertain, and such adverse effects may be material. The actual and threatened spread of COVID-19 globally could also further adversely affect global
economies and financial markets resulting in a prolonged economic downturn and a decline in the value of the Company’s share price. The extent to which
COVID-19 (or any other disease, epidemic or pandemic) impacts business activity or financial results, and the duration of any such negative impact, will
depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain.
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Cyber Security Risk
Cyber security has become an increasing area of focus for issuers and businesses in Canada and globally, as reliance on digital technologies to conduct
business operations has grown significantly. As we continue to increase our dependence on information technologies to conduct our operations, the risks
associated with cyber security also increase. We rely on management information systems and computer control systems. Business disruptions, utility
outages and information technology system and network disruptions due to cyber-attacks could seriously harm our operations and materially adversely
affect our operating results. Cyber-attacks against organizations are increasing in sophistication and can include but are not limited to intrusions into
operating systems, theft of personal or other sensitive data and/or cause disruptions to business operations. Such cyber-attacks could compromise the
Company's confidential information as well as that of the Company's employees, customers and third parties with whom the Company interacts and may
result in negative consequences, including remediation costs, loss of revenue, additional regulatory scrutiny, litigation and reputational damage.
Our exposure to cyber security risks includes exposure through third parties on whose systems we place significant reliance for the conduct of our
business. We have implemented security procedures and measures in order to protect our systems and information from being vulnerable to cyber-
attacks. However, we may not have the resources or technical sophistication to anticipate, prevent, or recover from rapidly evolving types of cyber-attacks.
Compromises to our information and control systems could have severe financial and other business implications.
Tax Risk
We are subject to income taxes both federally and provincially in Canada and the United States. Significant judgments and estimates are required in the
determination of our tax balances. Our income tax expense and deferred tax liabilities reflect management’s best estimate of current and future taxes to
be paid. We are subject to tax audits from various government and regulatory agencies on an ongoing basis. As a result, from time to time, taxing
authorities may disagree with the interpretation and application of tax laws taken by us in our tax filings. These reassessments could have a material
impact on us in future periods.
The determination of our income and other tax liabilities requires interpretation of complex laws and regulations, often involving multiple jurisdictions.
Judgment is required in determining whether deferred income tax assets should be recognized on the consolidated statements of financial position.
Deferred income tax assets are recognized to the extent that we believe it is probable that the assets can be recovered. Furthermore, deferred income tax
balances are recorded using enacted or substantively enacted future income tax rates. Changes in enacted income tax rates are not within the control of
management. However, any such changes in income tax rates may result in actual income tax amounts that may differ significantly from estimates
recorded in deferred tax balances.
Management periodically evaluates positions taken in tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulation is subject to interpretation
and establishes provisions where appropriate on the basis of amounts expected to be paid to the tax authorities.
Certain proposed amendments to the Tax Act would have the effect of denying the deductibility of net interest expense in certain circumstances, including
the computation of taxable income by a corporation, partnership or a trust. If these proposed amendments are enacted as proposed, the amount of
interest deductible by the Company and Subsidiaries owned by the Company may be reduced.
Adverse Weather Conditions and Natural Disasters
Adverse weather conditions and natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, droughts, floods, fires, extreme cold, snow and other
natural occurrences could have a significant effect on our ability to develop land. These adverse weather conditions and natural disasters could cause
delays and increase costs in the construction of new homes and the development of new communities. If insurance is unavailable to us or is unavailable on
acceptable terms, or if the insurance is not adequate to cover business interruption or losses resulting from adverse weather or natural disasters, our
business and results of operations could be adversely affected. In addition, damage to new homes caused by adverse weather or a natural disaster could
cause our insurance costs to increase.
Adverse weather conditions and natural disasters could also limit the ability to generate or sell power. In certain cases, some events may not excuse us
from performing obligations pursuant to agreements with third parties, and we may be liable for damages or suffer further losses as a result. In addition,
many of our power generation assets are located in remote areas, which makes access for repair of damage difficult.
Uninsured Losses
The Company carries comprehensive general liability, environmental, fire, flood, extended coverage and rental loss insurance with policy specifications,
limits and deductibles customarily carried for similar properties. There are, however, certain types of risks (including, but not limited to, environmental
contamination or catastrophic events such as war or acts of terrorism), which are either uninsurable, in whole or in part, or not insurable on an
economically viable basis. Should an uninsured or underinsured loss occur, the Company could lose its investment in, and anticipated profits and cash
flows from, one or more of its properties, and the Company would continue to be obliged to repay any recourse mortgage indebtedness on such
properties.
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Key Personnel
The Company's executive and other senior officers have a significant role in our success and oversee the execution of our strategy. Our ability to retain our
management team or attract suitable replacements should any members of the management group leave is dependent on, among other things, the
competitive nature of the employment market. The Company has experienced departures of key professionals in the past and may do so in the future, and
we cannot predict the impact that any such departures will have on its ability to achieve its objectives. The loss of services from key members of the
management team or a limitation in their availability could adversely impact our financial condition and cash flow. We rely on the services of key personnel
on our executive team, including our President and CRO, Chief Financial Officer, President of Asset Management, and the Company's directors. The loss of
their services could have an adverse effect on the Company. We mitigate key personnel risk through succession planning, but do not maintain key
personnel insurance.
Changes in Law
We are subject to laws and regulations governing the ownership and leasing of real property (including the expropriation thereof), employment standards,
environmental matters, taxes and other matters. It is possible that future changes in such laws or regulations or changes in their application, enforcement
or regulatory interpretation could result in changes in the legal requirements affecting commercial properties (including with retroactive effect). Any
changes in the laws to which we are subject or in the political environment in the jurisdictions where the commercial properties in which we have an
interest are operated could adversely affect us and the revenues we are able to generate from our investments.
Impact Investment Strategy Risk
Dream Impact Trust has deployed its capital into impact investment opportunities that are aligned with Dream Impact Trust’s three impact verticals.
Dream Impact Trust's ability to achieve its investment objectives and to continue to pay distributions to us will be dependent on Dream Impact Trust's
ability to successfully identify and realize on investment opportunities that align with their investment framework. There can be no assurance that they will
achieve these objectives or that its impact investments or developments will generate positive returns in a timely manner. In addition, Dream Impact Trust
has implemented its own impact investing framework, which it believes will be aligned with existing frameworks in this field. However, these may or may
not be interpreted differently from other issuers or other participants in the impact investing space. While Dream Impact Trust intends to responsibly
create positive social and environmental change in its communities, the success of its impact investment strategy and its ability to generate market returns
will be based on various and unpredictable factors, including investor perceptions and reactions and future economic or investment conditions.
Adverse Global Market, Economic and Political Conditions, Health Crises
Adverse Canadian, U.S., European and global market, economic and political conditions, including dislocations and volatility in credit markets and general
global economic uncertainty, unexpected geopolitical events, including disputes between nations, war, terrorism or other acts of violence, and
international sanctions, could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition with the potential to impact,
among others: (i) the value of our properties; (ii) the availability or the terms of financing that we have or may anticipate utilizing; (iii) our ability to make
principal and interest payments on, or refinance any outstanding debt when due; (iv) the occupancy rates in our properties; and (v) the ability of our
tenants to enter into new leasing transactions or to satisfy rental payments under existing leases.
Forward-Looking Information
Certain information herein contains or incorporates statements that constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities
legislation, including, but not limited to, statements regarding our objectives and strategies to achieve those objectives; our beliefs, plans, estimates,
projections and intentions, and similar statements concerning anticipated future events, future growth, expected net proceeds from sales or transactions,
results of operations, performance, business prospects and opportunities, acquisitions or divestitures, tenant base, future maintenance and development
plans and costs, capital investments, financing, the availability of financing sources, income taxes, vacancy and leasing assumptions, litigation and the real
estate industry in general; as well as specific statements in respect of: anticipated levels of development, asset management and other management fees
in future periods; our development and redevelopment plans and proposals for current and future projects, including projected sizes, density, timelines,
uses and tenants; the redevelopment potential of our assets and the assets held by Dream Office REIT and Dream Impact Trust; anticipated current and
future unit sales and occupancies of our condominium and mixed-use projects, including anticipated timing of closings of condominium unit sales, and
resulting revenue; the contribution of our development segment to our earnings and income in future periods; our expectation that recurring income will
increase in the future, including as development properties are completed and held for the long term, and the future composition of our recurring income
portfolio; expected benefits from recurring income and developments, including stability and financial flexibility; the supplementary information in relation
to the development and redevelopment projects in our portfolio, including the projects that we expect to be completed and added to our recurring income
segment over the next four years, total units at completion, square footage, residential GFA, rental, commercial and retail GLA, occupancy/stabilization
dates and future GLA under development and other project features; expectations regarding our development plans for Zibi, Riverside Square, West Don
Lands, Canary Block 10, LeBreton, Brightwater, Lakeshore East, Quayside and Forma projects, as well as other projects; Quayside becoming Canada’s
largest all-electric, zero-carbon master-planned community; expectations of the development, future profit and earnings contributions from our urban
development division; our acquisition and development pipeline, including in respect of the Dream group of companies; our ability to monitor and adjust
our inventory levels and development projects based on market conditions; our capital management objectives; Dream’s intention to hold stabilized
income properties in core markets and expectations that such assets will grow over time; Dream's ability to source, structure and execute investment
opportunities; the goal of improving Dream's business' safety, value and earnings quality; expectations regarding our sustainability and impact targets,
including in respect of characteristics of our projects and affordable units; Zibi’s sustainability and it becoming the first One Planet community in Canada,
Dream LeBreton becoming Canada's largest zero-carbon residential community and Dream LeBreton's first development block becoming one of Canada's
largest residential buildings to be considered net zero carbon by the Canada Green Building Council; expectations regarding the sale of assets, including
assets being developed for sale; our expected sources of funding of current liabilities, including the sale of assets, and of short-term liquidity
requirements, including through cash on hand, cash from operating activities, working capital reserves and operating debt facilities; Dream's ability to
maintain a conservative debt level; expected sources of funding for maturing debt; our anticipation that cash from operations and recurring income will
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provide cash needed to fund operating expenses and debt service requirements; and our overall financial performance, profitability and liquidity for future
periods and years. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by words such as "objective", "may", "will", "would", "expect", "intend",
"estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "should", "could", "likely", "plan", "forecast", "project", "continue", "target", "outlook" or similar expressions
suggesting future outcomes or events.
Forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the
Company’s control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those disclosed in or implied by such forward-looking information. There can
be no assurance that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. The assumptions, which may prove to be incorrect, include,
but are not limited to, the various assumptions set forth herein as well as assumptions relating to: that no unforeseen changes in the legislative and
operating framework for the respective businesses will occur; that there will be no material change to environmental regulations that may adversely
impact our business; that we will meet our future objectives, priorities and growth targets; that we receive the licenses, permits or approvals necessary in
connection with our projects; our expectations regarding the impact of the novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic and government measurements to
contain it, including the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, liquidity, financial condition or results; our expectation regarding ongoing remote working;
that we will have access to adequate capital to fund our future projects, plans and any potential future acquisitions; that our future projects and plans will
proceed as anticipated; that we are able to identify high-quality investment opportunities; that we find suitable partners with which to enter into joint
ventures or partnerships; that we do not incur any material environmental liabilities and that future market, demographic and economic conditions will
develop as expected; and the nature of development lands held and the development potential of such lands, including our ability to bring new
developments to market, general economic and business conditions remaining in line with expectations, including low unemployment, interest rates and
inflation remaining in line with management expectations, positive net migration, oil and gas commodity prices, our business strategy, including
geographic focus, anticipated sales volumes, performance of our underlying business segments and conditions in the GTA and Western Canada land,
commercial and housing markets. All the forward-looking statements contained in this MD&A are based on what we believe are reasonable assumptions;
there can be no assurance that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. Factors or risks that could cause actual results to
differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements and information include, but are not limited to, adverse changes in general and
local economic and business conditions; inflation or stagflation; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company and uncertainties surrounding the
COVID-19 pandemic, including government measures to contain the COVID-19 pandemic; risks associated with unexpected or ongoing geopolitical events,
including disputes between nations, terrorism or other acts of violence, international sanctions and the disruption of movement of goods and services
across jurisdictions; risks related to a potential economic slowdown in certain of the jurisdictions in which we operate and the effect inflation and any such
economic slowdown may have on market conditions and lease rates; employment levels; regulatory risks, mortgage and interest rates and regulations;
environmental risks; consumer confidence; seasonality; adverse weather conditions; reliance on key clients and personnel and competition; and other risks
and factors referenced under "Risk Factors" in this MD&A and described from time to time in the documents filed by the Company with the securities
regulators.
All forward-looking information is as of February 21, 2023. Dream does not undertake to update any such forward-looking information, whether as a result
of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Additional information about these assumptions and risks and
uncertainties is contained in our filings with securities regulators. Certain filings are also available on our website at www.dream.ca.
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Additional Information - Consolidated Dream
Segmented Assets and Liabilities
Recurring
income
Development
Corporate and
other
Consolidated
Dream
Less: Dream
Impact Trust(1)
December 31, 2022
Less:
Consolidation
and fair value
adjustments(1)
Dream
standalone(1)
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
27,739 $
15,270 $
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets(2)
Lending portfolio
Housing inventory
Condominium inventory
Land inventory
Investment properties
Recreational properties
Equity accounted investments
Capital and other operating assets
Intangible asset
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable and other liabilities
Income and other taxes payable(3)
Provision for real estate development costs
Debt
Dream Impact Trust units(3)
Dream Impact Fund units(3)
Deferred income taxes(3)
Total liabilities
Non-controlling interest
Shareholders' equity
Total equity
26,436
37,155
15,074
—
—
206
1,410,271
80,300
644,700
16,259
—
233,564
59,055
—
48,146
346,979
469,942
148,240
—
317,037
31,390
—
$
2,258,140 $
1,669,623 $
4,624 $
8,037
4,854
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
11,216
—
28,731 $
47,633 $
2,244 $
268,037
101,064
15,074
48,146
346,979
470,148
3,353
6,156
15,074
—
—
—
2,062 $
(568)
(97,612)
—
—
57,167
—
43,327
265,252
192,520
—
48,146
289,812
470,148
1,558,511
304,830
131,270
1,122,411
80,300
961,737
58,865
—
—
386,111
6,401
—
3,956,494 $
724,169 $
—
(208,521)
3,677
(43,000)
(155,525) $
80,300
784,147
48,787
43,000
3,387,850
$
64,506 $
175,463 $
27,903 $
267,872 $
18,980 $
36,693 $
212,199
—
262
916,137
—
—
—
—
73,900
364,603
—
—
—
57,363
—
331,831
188,385
69,919
132,530
57,363
74,162
—
—
1,612,571
220,889
188,385
69,919
132,530
—
—
5,568
—
—
99,070
188,385
—
10,349
57,363
74,162
1,292,612
—
69,919
116,613
980,905 $
613,966 $
807,931 $
2,402,802 $
245,437 $
334,497 $
1,822,868
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
(146,774) $
146,774
1,277,235
1,055,657
(779,200)
1,553,692
478,732
(343,248)
1,418,208
1,277,235 $
1,055,657 $
(779,200) $
1,553,692 $
478,732 $
(490,022) $
1,564,982
$
$
$
(1) Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for the definition of Dream Impact Trust and consolidation and fair value adjustments and Dream standalone.
(2) Other financial assets on a Dream standalone basis includes the Company's investment in Dream Impact Trust of $98.0 million, which is eliminated on a consolidated basis.
(3) Certain liabilities are included in Corporate and other as balances are reviewed on a consolidated basis.
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Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
25,441 $
17,777 $
9,346 $
52,564 $
8,431 $
452 $
Recurring
income
Development
Corporate and
other
Consolidated
Dream
Less: Dream
Impact Trust(1)
December 31, 2021
Less:
Consolidation
and fair value
adjustments(1)
Dream
standalone(1)
26,081
38,750
12,734
—
—
286
1,110,858
65,077
592,800
12,992
—
200,225
119,107
—
36,320
288,215
469,322
146,100
—
266,225
32,162
—
8,235
767
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
9,854
—
234,541
158,624
12,734
36,320
288,215
469,608
1,834
60,912
12,734
—
—
—
1,256,958
277,240
(1,672)
(96,226)
—
—
38,208
—
14,495
—
65,077
859,025
55,008
—
—
333,604
(147,813)
6,947
—
2,818
(43,000)
43,681
234,379
193,938
—
36,320
250,007
469,608
965,223
65,077
673,234
45,243
43,000
$
1,885,019 $
1,575,453 $
28,202 $
3,488,674 $
701,702 $
(232,738) $
3,019,710
$
48,143 $
147,585 $
23,898 $
219,626 $
24,435 $
34,420 $
160,771
—
—
691,220
—
—
—
—
52,198
359,087
—
—
—
59,721
—
243,388
288,092
49,430
103,699
59,721
52,198
—
—
—
—
59,721
52,198
1,293,695
133,150
6,685
1,153,860
288,092
49,430
103,699
—
—
7,186
288,092
—
8,062
—
49,430
88,451
739,363 $
558,870 $
768,228 $
2,066,461 $
164,771 $
337,259 $
1,564,431
— $
— $
— $
— $
— $
(134,003) $
134,003
1,145,656
1,016,583
(740,026)
1,422,213
536,931
(435,994)
1,321,276
1,145,656 $
1,016,583 $
(740,026) $
1,422,213 $
536,931 $
(569,997) $
1,455,279
$
$
$
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets(2)
Lending portfolio
Housing inventory
Condominium inventory
Land inventory
Investment properties
Recreational properties
Equity accounted investments
Capital and other operating assets
Intangible asset
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable and other liabilities
Income and other taxes payable(3)
Provision for real estate development costs
Debt
Dream Impact Trust units(3)
Dream Impact Fund units(3)
Deferred income taxes(3)
Total liabilities
Non-controlling interest
Shareholders' equity
Total equity
(1) Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for the definition of Dream Impact Trust and consolidation and fair value adjustments and Dream standalone.
(2) Other financial assets on a Dream standalone basis includes the Company's investment in Dream Impact Trust of $95.6 million, which is eliminated on a consolidated basis.
(3) Certain liabilities are included in Corporate and other as balances are reviewed on a consolidated basis.
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Segmented Statement of Earnings
For the three months ended December 31, 2022
Recurring
income
Development
Corporate and
other
Less: Dream
Impact Trust(1)
Revenue
Direct operating costs
Gross margin
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other
operating costs
Net margin
Fair value changes in investment properties
Investment and other income
Interest expense
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Share of earnings from equity accounted
investments
Net segment earnings (loss)
General and administrative expenses(2)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust
units(2)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund
units(2)
Income tax (expense) recovery
$
42,705 $
124,987 $
(28,362)
14,343
(3,224)
11,119
16,286
(1,066)
(9,385)
—
(26,176)
(9,222)
—
—
—
—
(86,276)
38,711
(6,101)
32,610
(704)
2,084
(1,766)
(59,673)
5,980
(21,469)
—
—
—
—
Consolidated
Dream
167,692 $
(114,638)
53,054
(9,325)
43,729
15,582
464
(16,247)
(59,777)
(20,196)
(36,445)
(17,716)
— $
—
—
—
—
—
(554)
(5,096)
(104)
—
(5,754)
(17,716)
(1,879)
(1,879)
(1,485)
6,314
(1,485)
6,314
Less:
Consolidation
and fair value
adjustments(1)
4,689 $
(2,290)
2,399
(563) $
(780)
(1,343)
—
2,399
11,545
40
(3,092)
(60,455)
5,938
(43,625)
(2,946)
—
—
1,708
(18)
(1,361)
2,609
4
(1,147)
678
(1,775)
(992)
1,815
(1,879)
—
6,615
Dream
standalone(1)
163,566
(111,568)
51,998
(9,307)
42,691
1,428
420
(12,008)
—
(24,359)
8,172
(16,585)
—
(1,485)
(2,009)
Net earnings (loss)
$
(9,222) $
(21,469) $
(20,520) $
(51,211) $
(44,863) $
5,559 $
(11,907)
For the three months ended December 31, 2021
Recurring
income
Development
Corporate and
other
Consolidated
Dream
Less: Dream
Impact Trust(1)
Less:
Consolidation
and fair value
adjustments(1)
$
35,883 $
114,239 $
— $
150,122 $
4,842 $
(2,473) $
Dream
standalone(1)
147,753
(104,743)
43,010
(8,146)
34,864
18,214
4,537
(8,170)
9
24,633
74,087
(1,303)
—
(1,054)
(12,433)
59,297
(343)
(2,816)
(1)
(2,817)
(64)
—
—
—
(242)
(3,123)
2,554
(3,782)
—
(1,588)
(5,939) $
Revenue
Direct operating costs
Gross margin
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other
operating costs
Net margin
Fair value changes in investment properties
Investment and other income
Interest expense
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Share of earnings (loss) from equity accounted
investments
Net segment earnings (loss)
General and administrative expenses(2)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust
units(2)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund
units
Income tax (expense) recovery
(25,921)
9,962
(81,369)
32,870
(1,966)
7,996
45,730
2,719
(5,071)
(378)
24,332
75,328
—
—
—
—
(6,181)
26,689
(616)
1,569
(684)
(265)
2,875
29,568
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
558
(3,931)
210
—
(3,163)
(1,548)
(3,782)
(1,054)
(107,290)
42,832
(8,147)
34,685
45,114
4,846
(9,686)
(433)
27,207
101,733
(2,204)
2,638
—
2,638
26,964
309
(1,516)
(442)
2,816
30,769
(1,548)
(2,799)
(3,782)
(1,054)
(15,032)
(15,032)
—
—
(1,011)
26,959 $
Net earnings (loss)
$
75,328 $
29,568 $
(24,579) $
80,317 $
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Recurring
income
Development
Corporate and
other
Less: Dream
Impact Trust(1)
Revenue
Direct operating costs
Gross margin
$
167,985 $
175,783 $
(104,411)
(125,750)
63,574
50,033
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other
operating costs
Net margin
Fair value changes in investment properties
Investment and other income
Interest expense
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Share of earnings from equity accounted
investments
Net segment earnings (loss)
General and administrative expenses(2)
Net gain on land settlement
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust
units(2)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund
units(2)
Income tax (expense) recovery(2)
Net earnings (loss)
(8,458)
55,116
32,078
(791)
(27,845)
4
12,688
71,250
—
—
—
—
—
(26,014)
24,019
(859)
9,325
(7,915)
(55,238)
43,405
12,737
—
—
—
—
—
$
71,250 $
12,737 $
Consolidated
Dream
343,768 $
(230,161)
113,607
(34,472)
79,135
31,219
8,724
(51,803)
(54,821)
56,093
68,547
(33,563)
86,420
— $
—
—
—
—
—
190
(16,043)
413
—
(15,440)
(33,563)
86,420
80,411
80,411
(4,524)
(32,846)
80,458 $
(4,524)
(32,846)
164,445 $
For the year ended December 31, 2022
Less:
Consolidation
and fair value
adjustments(1)
(4,891) $
(2,194)
(7,085)
(28)
(7,113)
60
4
(1,979)
678
(5,260)
(13,610)
7,170
—
Dream
standalone(1)
330,232
(218,825)
111,407
(34,444)
76,963
19,912
8,505
(40,538)
4
52,695
117,541
(30,120)
86,420
80,411
—
—
(2,300)
71,671 $
(4,524)
(32,989)
136,328
18,427 $
(9,142)
9,285
—
9,285
11,247
215
(9,286)
(55,503)
8,658
(35,384)
(10,613)
—
—
—
2,443
(43,554) $
For the year ended December 31, 2021
Recurring
income
Development
Corporate and
other
Consolidated
Dream
Less: Dream
Impact Trust(1)
Less:
Consolidation
and fair value
adjustments(1)
$
116,766 $
209,156 $
— $
325,922 $
19,562 $
(8,778) $
Revenue
Direct operating costs
Gross margin
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other
operating costs
Net margin
Fair value changes in investment properties
Investment and other income
Interest expense
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Share of earnings (loss) from equity accounted
investments
Net segment earnings (loss)
General and administrative expenses(2)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust
units(2)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund
units
Income tax (expense) recovery(2)
Net earnings (loss)(3)
(76,351)
(158,431)
40,415
50,725
(6,913)
(23,661)
33,502
31,180
3,070
(12,114)
(1,427)
82,912
137,123
—
—
—
—
27,064
9,976
5,387
(3,154)
(6,472)
7,809
40,610
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
1,509
(11,407)
524
—
(9,374)
(15,428)
(234,782)
91,140
(30,574)
60,566
41,156
9,966
(26,675)
(7,375)
90,721
168,359
(8,564)
10,998
—
10,998
23,974
1,031
(4,680)
(7,413)
8,032
31,942
(15,428)
(11,693)
(1,561)
(10,339)
(461)
(10,800)
(258)
1
—
—
(4,345)
(15,402)
8,049
Dream
standalone(1)
315,138
(224,657)
90,481
(30,113)
60,368
17,440
8,934
(21,995)
38
87,034
151,819
(11,784)
(25,019)
(25,019)
(2,037)
(15,214)
(2,037)
(15,214)
—
—
1,201
(25,019)
—
—
9,015
(2,037)
(25,430)
$
137,123 $
40,610 $
(67,072) $
110,661 $
21,450 $
(23,357) $
112,568
(1) Refer to the "Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures" section of this MD&A for the definition of Dream Impact Trust, consolidation and fair value adjustments and Dream standalone.
(2) Certain line items are included in Corporate and other as balances are reviewed on a consolidated basis.
(3) Includes earnings attributable to non-controlling interest.
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Quarterly Business Trends
A summary of revenue, earnings (loss), and basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share for the previous eight quarters is presented below.
(in thousands of dollars,
except per share amounts)
Revenue
Earnings (loss) for the period
Basic earnings (loss) per share
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
Dividends declared
Dec 31,
2022
$ 167,692
$
(51,211)
(1.20)
(1.20)
25,553
Sep 30,
2022
55,057
96,742
2.27
2.20
4,259
$
Jun 30,
2022
67,805
76,741
1.80
1.74
4,259
$
Mar 31,
2022
53,214
42,173
0.99
0.96
4,257
Dec 31,
2021
$ 150,122
$
80,317
1.87
1.81
4,282
$
Sep 30,
2021
46,066
34,572
0.79
0.77
3,046
Jun 30,
2021
79,660
(467)
(0.01)
(0.01)
3,073
Mar 31,
2021
$
50,074
(3,761)
(0.10)
(0.10)
3,074
The Company's quarterly results may vary significantly from quarter to quarter due to the seasonality of our operations. See "Timing of Income
Recognition and Impact of Seasonality" and "Risk Factors - Seasonality".
Selected Annual Information
(in thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)
Revenue
Earnings before income taxes
Earnings for the year
Earnings for the year attributable to shareholders
Basic earnings per share(1)
Diluted earnings per share(1)
Dividends declared
Total assets
Total liabilities
Total equity
(1) Per share amounts reflect the Share Consolidation for all years presented.
Non-GAAP Measures and Other Disclosures
$
2022
343,768 $
197,291
164,445
164,445
3.88
3.76
38,328
3,956,494
2,402,802
1,553,692
Year ended December 31,
2021
325,922 $
125,875
110,661
110,030
2.52
2.46
13,475
3,488,674
2,066,461
1,422,213
2020
347,623
197,620
159,638
159,221
3.37
3.31
11,164
2,844,373
1,437,761
1,406,612
In addition to using financial measures determined in accordance with IFRS, we believe that important measures of operating performance include certain
financial measures that are not defined under IFRS. Throughout this MD&A, there are references to certain non-GAAP measures and other specified
financial measures, including those described below, which management believes are relevant in assessing the economics of the business of Dream. These
performance and other measures are not financial measures under IFRS and may not be comparable to similar measures disclosed by other issuers.
However, we believe that they are informative and provide further insight as supplementary measures of financial performance, financial position or cash
flow, or our objectives and policies, as applicable.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
“Adjusted EBITDA” represents net income for the period adjusted for interest expense on debt; amortization and depreciation; share of earnings from
equity accounted investments; and net current and deferred income tax expense (recovery). The most directly comparable financial measure to adjusted
EBITDA is net earnings. This non-GAAP measure is an important measure used by the Company in evaluating the performance of divisions within our
recurring income segment.
Asset management
Stabilized properties
Arapahoe Basin
For the three months ended December 31, 2022
Dream Impact Trust &
consolidation and fair
value adjustments(1)
Total recurring income
Revenue
Net margin
Net earnings (loss)
Less: Interest expense
Less: Taxes
Less: Depreciation and amortization
Less: Share of earnings (losses) from
equity accounted investments
Adjusted EBITDA
$
$
$
11,540 $
(9,833)
(26,602) $
(276)
—
—
(28,600)
2,274 $
18,238 $
7,789
5,625 $
(6,569)
—
(290)
2,116
10,368 $
8,801 $
(1,210)
(1,353) $
(127)
—
(1,059)
10
(177) $
7,416 $
4,353
13,108 $
(2,413)
—
—
298
15,223 $
45,995
1,099
(9,222)
(9,385)
—
(1,349)
(26,176)
27,688
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$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Revenue
Net margin
Net earnings (loss)
Less: Interest expense
Less: Taxes
Less: Depreciation and amortization
Less: Share of earnings (losses) from
equity accounted investments
Adjusted EBITDA
Revenue
Net margin
Net earnings
Less: Interest expense
Less: Taxes
Less: Depreciation and amortization
Less: Share of earnings from equity
accounted investments
Adjusted EBITDA
Revenue
Net margin
Net earnings (loss)
Less: Interest expense
Less: Taxes
Less: Depreciation and amortization
Less: Share of earnings (losses) from
equity accounted investments
Asset management
Stabilized properties
Arapahoe Basin
For the three months ended December 31, 2021
Dream Impact Trust &
consolidation and fair
value adjustments(1)
Total recurring income
13,944 $
4,789
28,217 $
(87)
—
—
23,472
4,832 $
12,620 $
5,261
19,779 $
(4,055)
—
(521)
(337)
24,692 $
7,434 $
(1,392)
1,159 $
(24)
—
(1,131)
(16)
2,330 $
1,885 $
(662)
26,173 $
(905)
—
—
1,213
25,865 $
35,883
7,996
75,328
(5,071)
—
(1,652)
24,332
57,719
Asset management
Stabilized properties
Arapahoe Basin
For the year ended December 31, 2022
Dream Impact Trust &
consolidation and fair
value adjustments(1)
Total recurring income
47,712 $
5,894
26,497 $
(791)
—
—
9,891
17,397 $
63,337 $
26,101
26,678 $
(20,622)
—
(949)
380
47,869 $
43,400 $
7,604
9,428 $
(255)
—
(4,071)
1,129
12,625 $
16,826 $
5,497
8,647 $
(6,177)
—
—
1,288
13,536 $
171,275
45,096
71,250
(27,845)
—
(5,020)
12,688
91,427
Asset management
Stabilized properties
Arapahoe Basin
For the year ended December 31, 2021
Dream Impact Trust &
consolidation and fair
value adjustments(1)
Total recurring income
43,121 $
17,594
92,946 $
(135)
—
—
75,791
29,481 $
11,609
17,054 $
(8,345)
—
(1,068)
5,994
33,380 $
3,640
6,452 $
(120)
—
(4,111)
(46)
10,784 $
659
20,671 $
(3,514)
—
—
1,173
116,766
33,502
137,123
(12,114)
—
(5,179)
82,912
71,504
Adjusted EBITDA
(1) For the Company's definition of the following non-GAAP measures: Dream Impact Trust and consolidation and fair value adjustments, refer to the definition below.
20,473 $
17,290 $
10,729 $
$
23,012 $
"Dream Impact Trust & Consolidation and fair value adjustments" are two separate non-GAAP financial measures and represent certain IFRS adjustments
required to reconcile Dream standalone and Dream Impact Trust results to the consolidated results as at December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 and
for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022 and 2021. Management believes Dream Impact Trust & Consolidation and fair value
adjustments provides investors useful information in order to agree to the Dream Impact Trust financial statements.
Consolidation and fair value adjustments relate to business combination adjustments on acquisition of Dream Impact Trust on January 1, 2018 and related
amortization, elimination of intercompany balances including the investment in Dream Impact Trust units, adjustments for co-owned projects, fair value
adjustments to the Dream Impact Trust units held by other unitholders, and deferred income taxes.
"Dream standalone" represents the results of Dream, excluding the impact of Dream Impact Trust's consolidated results. Refer to the "Segmented Assets
and Liabilities" and "Segmented Statement of Earnings" sections of this MD&A for a reconciliation of Dream excluding Dream Impact Trust results to the
consolidated financial statements. The most direct comparable financial measure to Dream standalone is consolidated Dream. This non-GAAP measure is
an important measure used by the Company to evaluate earnings against historical periods, including results prior to the acquisition of control of Dream
Impact Trust.
"Earnings before income taxes after adjusting for fair value on Dream Impact Trust units held by other unitholders" represents the Company's pre-tax
earnings excluding the impact from the volatility of Dream Impact Trust's share price. The most directly comparable financial measure to earnings before
income taxes after adjusting for fair value of Dream Impact trust units held by other unit holders is earnings before income taxes. Management believes
Dream Impact Trust and consolidation and fair value adjustments provides investors useful information in order to review Dream results without the
volatility of fair value changes in Dream Impact Trust's trading price.
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Earnings (loss) before income taxes
Less: Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust units
Earnings (loss) before income taxes after adjusting for fair value on Dream
Impact Trust units held by other unitholders
$
$
(57,525)
$
95,349
$
197,291
$
(1,879)
(3,782)
80,411
125,875
(25,019)
(55,646)
$
99,131
$
116,880
$
150,894
For the three months ended December 31,
2021
2022
For the year ended December 31,
2021
2022
“Net operating income" represents revenue less direct operating costs and selling, marketing, depreciation and other indirect costs and is equal to gross
margin as per Note 37 of the consolidated financial statements. Net operating income excludes general, administrative and overhead expenses, and
depreciation, which are included in net margin per Note 37 of the consolidated financial statements. The most directly comparable financial measure to
net operating revenue is net margin. This non-GAAP measure is an important measure used by management to assess the profitability of the Company's
recurring income segment. Net operating income for the recurring income segment for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022 and 2021
is calculated as follows:
Revenue
Less: Direct operating costs
Less: Selling, marketing, depreciation and other indirect costs
Net margin
Add: Depreciation
Add: General and administrative expenses
Net operating income
For the three months ended December 31,
For the year ended December 31,
$
$
$
2022
42,705
(28,362)
(3,224)
11,119
1,349
1,875
$
$
2021
35,883
(25,921)
(1,966)
7,996
1,380
586
$
$
2022
167,985
(104,411)
(8,458)
55,116
5,020
3,438
$
$
14,343
$
9,962
$
63,574
$
2021
116,766
(76,351)
(6,913)
33,502
4,907
2,006
40,415
Supplementary and Other Financial Measures
"Assets under management ("AUM")" is the respective carrying value of gross assets managed by the Company on behalf of its clients, investors or
partners under asset management agreements, development management agreements and/or management services agreements at 100% of the client's
total assets. All other investments are reflected at the Company's proportionate share of the investment's total assets without duplication. Assets under
management is a measure of success against the competition and consists of growth or decline due to asset appreciation, changes in fair market value,
acquisitions and dispositions, operations gains and losses, and inflows and outflows of capital.
"Available liquidity" represents Dream's standalone corporate cash and revolving debt facilities, including the operating line – Western Canada and margin
loan, to cover the Company's capital requirements including acquisitions. This financial measure is used by the Company to forecast and plan to hold
adequate amounts of available liquidity to allow for the Company to settle obligations as they come due.
"Debt to total assets ratio" represents the Company's financial leverage and is calculated as debt as a percentage of total assets, in each case per the
consolidated financial statements.
"Fee earning assets under management" represents assets under management that are managed under contractual arrangements that entitle the
Company to earn asset management revenue calculated as the total of: (i) 100% of the purchase price of client properties, assets and/or indirect
investments subject to asset management agreements; (ii) 100% of the carrying value of gross assets of the underlying development project subject to
development management agreements; and (iii) 100% of the carrying value of specific Dream Office REIT redevelopment properties subject to a
development management addendum under the shared services agreement with Dream Office REIT, without duplication.
"Gross margin %" is an important measure of operating earnings in each business segment of Dream and represents gross margin as a percentage of
revenue. Gross margin represents revenue, less direct operating costs, excluding selling, marketing, depreciation and other operating costs.
"Net margin %" is an important measure of operating earnings in each business segment of Dream and represents net margin as a percentage of revenue.
Additional Information
Additional information relating to Dream, including the Company's annual information form and consolidated financial statements and accompanying
notes, is available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. The Subordinate Voting Shares trade on the TSX under the symbol “DRM”.
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 28
Summary of Dream Group of Companies' Assets and Holdings
Project/property
RECURRING INCOME SEGMENT
Downtown Toronto & GTA
Commercial:
Adelaide Place
Sussex Centre
2200-2206 Eglinton Avenue East &
1020 Birchmount Road
State Street Financial Centre
Distillery District
438 University Avenue
655 Bay Street
74 Victoria Street/137 Yonge Street
720 Bay Street
36 Toronto Street
330 Bay Street
20 Toronto Street/33 Victoria Street
250 Dundas Street West
Victory Building
49 Ontario
425 Bloor Street East
212 King Street West
357 Bay Street
10 Lower Spadina
100 Steeles Avenue West
360 Bay Street
6 Adelaide Street East
350 Bay Street
Plaza Imperial
349 Carlaw
56 Temperance Street
Canary District - Stage 1 retail
68-70 Claremont Street
76 Stafford Street
Plaza Bathurst
220 King Street West
Berkeley Properties
Other GTA retail
Residential Rentals:
Weston Common
70 Park
Robinwood Portfolio
262 Jarvis
111 Cosburn
Other:
Broadview Hotel
Gladstone House
Postmark Hotel
Total Downtown Toronto & GTA
Zibi (Ottawa/Gatineau)
Commercial:
Natural Sciences Building (Zibi Block 211)
15 Rue Jos-Montferrand (Zibi Block 2/3)
310 Miwate Private (Zibi Block 208)
Residential Rentals:
Aalto Suites (Zibi Block 10)
Other:
Zibi Community Utility
Total Zibi (Ottawa/Gatineau)
Entity(3)
Dream
ownership(1)
Status/type
Total
residential/
hotel units at
completion(2)
Residential
GFA(2)
(at 100%)
Total
commercial
and retail
GLA(2)
In-place/
committed
occupancy
Occupancy/
stabilization
date
D.UN
D.UN/MPCT
D.UN
D.UN
DRM
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
MPCT
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
MPCT
DRM/MPCT
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
MPCT
MPCT
D.UN
DRM
MPCT
MPCT
MPCT
D.UN
MPCT
DRM
DRM/DIF/MPCT
DIF/MPCT
DRM/DIF/MPCT
DRM/DIF/MPCT
DIF/MPCT
DRM
DRM
DRM
36.0%
68.0%
36.0%
36.0%
50.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
100.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
100.0%
50.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
40.0%
100.0%
36.0%
50.0%
100.0%
100.0%
40.0%
18.0%
100.0%
30.0-50.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
50.0%
50.0%
50.0%
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Redevelopment
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Redevelopment
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Hospitality
Hospitality
Hospitality
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
TBD
—
—
—
—
TBD
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
TBD
—
—
—
—
TBD
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
841
210
285
71
23
692,000
257,000
156,000
35,000
14,000
658,000
655,000
442,000
414,000
395,000
323,000
301,000
266,000
248,000
214,000
165,000
158,000
121,000
102,000
88,000
83,000
73,000
65,000
61,000
59,000
58,000
53,000
53,000
35,000
34,000
32,000
32,000
30,000
25,000
24,000
22,000
14,000
102,000
52,000
—
—
—
—
81.2%
73.3%
72.9%
96.9%
88.9%
98.1%
99.7%
100.0%
100.0%
74.7%
68.9%
97.9%
86.9%
48.5%
91.5%
100.0%
92.9%
100.0%
93.1%
97.1%
55.6%
81.0%
67.5%
100.0%
64.3%
77.0%
81.0%
—%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
76.5%
50.2%
97.0%
97.1%
89.8%
96.7%
73.9%
58
55
55
1,598
—
—
—
1,154,000
—
—
—
5,457,000
Q2 2023
87.2%
DIF/MPCT
DRM/MPCT
DRM/MPCT
70.0%
100.0%
100.0%
Income property
Income property
Income property
—
—
—
—
—
—
186,000
53,000
33,000
93.4%
81.2%
100.0%
DRM/MPCT
100.0%
Income property
162
135,000
1,000
87.0%
DIF/MPCT
40.0%
Energy utility
162
135,000
273,000
90.2%
Total
residential/
hotel units at
completion(2)
Residential
GFA(2)
(at 100%)
Total
commercial
and retail
GLA(2)
In-place/
committed
occupancy
Occupancy/
stabilization
date
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 29
Project/property
Entity(3)
Dream
ownership(1)
Status/type
Project/property
U.S.
Commercial:
12800 Foster Street, Overland Park, Kansas
Residential Rentals:
Private Fund - Texas
Private Fund - Arizona
DRR - Greater Oklahoma City, OK
DRR - Greater Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
DRR - Greater Cincinnati, OH
Other:
Arapahoe Basin ski hill, Colorado
Total U.S.
Western Canada
Commercial:
444 - 7th Building, Calgary
Saskatoon Square, Saskatoon
Co-operators Place, 1900 Sherwood Place, Regina
606 - 4th Building & Barclay Parkade, Calgary
Kensington House, Calgary
Shops of South Kensington, Saskatoon
Hampton Heights, Saskatoon
234 - 1st Avenue South, Saskatoon
Brighton Recreation, Saskatoon
Residential Rentals:
Brighton Village Rentals I, Saskatoon
Childers Rentals Kensington, Saskatoon
Other:
Willows, Saskatoon
Total Western Canada
Total Recurring Income Segment
Entity(3)
Dream
ownership(1)
Status/type
Total
residential/
hotel units at
completion(2)
Residential
GFA(2)
(at 100%)
Total
commercial
and retail
GLA(2)
In-place/
committed
occupancy
Occupancy/
stabilization
date
D.UN
DRM
DRM
DRR
DRR
DRR
DRM
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
D.UN
DRM
DRM
D.UN
DRM
DRM
DRM
DRM
36.0%
Income property
—
—
185,000
100.0%
5.0%
5.0%
11.8%
11.8%
11.8%
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
100.0%
Recreational
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
36.0%
100.0%
100.0%
36.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
Income property
100.0%
Recreational
2,497
347
1,431
1,049
952
2,065,000
223,000
1,164,000
1,005,000
866,000
—
6,276
—
5,323,000
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
121
48
—
169
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
81,000
75,000
—
156,000
91.6%
95.5%
96.2%
94.2%
96.7%
185,000
94.4%
261,000
228,000
206,000
126,000
78,000
72,000
22,000
10,000
7,000
78.9%
64.9%
86.6%
87.6%
88.9%
100.0%
91.0%
85.4%
100.0%
—
—
100.0%
100.0%
8,205
6,768,000
6,925,000
1,010,000
83.7%
89.9%
Project/property
DEVELOPMENT SEGMENT
Downtown Toronto & GTA
Residential and Mixed-Use:
Riverside Square - Phase 2
WDL Block 8
Brightwater I and II
Brightwater Towns
Canary House (Block 10 - Condominium)
Canary Block 10 - Rental
The Mason, Brightwater
Ivy
WDL Block 3/4/7
Queen & Mutual
Bridge House, Brightwater
Forma - East Tower
Brightwater future blocks
Quayside
Canary Block 13
Forma - West Tower
Scarborough Junction
Lakeshore East
WDL Block 20
Distillery District - 31A Parliament
Main Street Townhomes
Seaton
BlackTusk Partnership
Front & Spadina GO Station(4)
Collingwood Grain Terminal(4)
Other
Commercial:
366 Bay Street
67 Richmond Street West
Total Downtown Toronto & GTA
Type
Entity(3)
Dream
ownership(1)
Status/type
Total
residential/
hotel units at
completion(2)
Residential
GFA(2)
(at 100%)
Total
commercial
and retail
GLA(2)
In-place/
committed
occupancy
Occupancy/
stabilization
date
DRM
Sell
DIF/MPCT
Hold
DRM/MPCT
Sell
DRM/MPCT
Sell
DIF
Sell
DIF/MPCT
Hold
Sell
DRM/MPCT
Various DRM/MPCT
DRM/MPCT
Hold
MPCT
Sell
DRM/MPCT
Sell
Sell
DRM/MPCT
Various DRM/MPCT
Various DIF/MPCT
Hold
Sell
Sell
TBD
Hold
Hold
Sell
Sell
Various DIF/MPCT
TBD
TBD
Sell
DRM
DRM/MPCT
MPCT
DRM/MPCT
DRM/MPCT
DRM
DRM
MPCT
TBD
TBD
Various
32.5%
33.3%
31.0%
31.0%
50.0%
33.3%
31.0%
100.0%
33.3%
9.0%
31.0%
33.3%
31.0%
50%
50.0%
33.3%
45.0%
50.0%
33.3%
50.0%
50.0%
7.0%
5.0%-80.0%
TBD
TBD
Various
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Planning
Construction
Planning
Planning
Planning
Planning
Planning
Planning
Planning
Planning
Planning
Planning
Various
Planning
Planning
Various
227
770
311
106
206
238
162
268
855
369
474
864
1,942
4,405
682
1,170
6,619
1,500
653
515
30
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
1,045
195,000
624,000
244,000
237,000
153,000
182,000
128,000
193,000
811,000
243,000
392,000
590,000
2,433,000
2,688,000
565,000
885,000
5,270,000
1,200,000
571,000
389,000
68,000
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
1,099,000
43,000
4,000
98,000
—
26,000
—
5,000
—
32,000
7,000
—
1,000
257,000
344,000
13,000
223,000
165,000
100,000
255,000
342,000
—
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
58,000
36.7%
30.7%
D.UN
D.UN
36.0%
36.0%
Redevelopment
Redevelopment
—
—
23,411
—
—
19,160,000
36,000
50,000
2,059,000
10.3%
28.8%
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 30
Q3 2023
Q2 2023
Q3 2023
2024
2024
2024
2024
2024
2025
2025
2026
2029
2025-2032
2031-2035
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
Q2 2023
Q4 2023
Project/property
Ottawa/Gatineau
Zibi Block 11
Zibi Block 206
Zibi Block 207
Dream LeBreton
Zibi Future blocks
Total Ottawa/Gatineau
Western Canada
Residential:
Brighton Village Rentals II, Saskatoon
Block 124 Townhome Rentals, Saskatoon
Commercial:
Brighton Marketplace, Saskatoon
Harbour Landing, Regina
Montrose, Calgary
Total Western Canada
Total Development Segment
Total Dream Platform
Western Canada Land Holdings
City
Calgary
Edmonton
Saskatoon
Regina
Total
Summary by Geography
Entity(3)
Dream
ownership(1)
Status/type
Total
residential/
hotel units at
completion(2)
Residential
GFA(2)
(at 100%)
Total
commercial
and retail
GLA(2)
In-place/
committed
occupancy
Occupancy/
stabilization
date
148
207
—
608
127,000
196,000
—
410,000
1,292,000
2,025,000
4,000
11,000
76,000
26,000
1,891,000
2,008,000
1,255
2,218
132
95
—
—
—
227
108,000
115,000
—
—
—
223,000
9,000
—
222,000
41,000
24,000
296,000
25,856
21,408,000
4,363,000
34,061
28,176,000
11,288,000
Q4 2023
2024
2024
2025
TBD
Q4 2023
Q4 2023
Q2 2023
Q2 2023
Q2 2023
97.1%
76.3%
93.2%
93.8%
52.8%
87.9%
DRM/MPCT
DRM/MPCT
DRM/MPCT
DRM/DIF/MPCT
Hold
Hold
Hold
Hold
Various DRM/MPCT
Hold
Hold
Hold
Hold
Hold
DRM
DRM
DRM
DRM
DRM
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
50.0%
100.0%
100.0%
Construction
Construction
Construction
Planning
Planning
Construction
Planning
Construction
Construction
Construction
Acre equivalents
1,783
849
2,992
3,276
8,900
Location
Downtown Toronto & GTA
Ottawa/Gatineau
U.S.
Western Canada
Total
(1) Dream, Dream Impact Fund and Dream Impact Trust holdings at fully consolidated ownership. Dream Office REIT and Dream Residential REIT at 36.0% and 11.8% respective ownership as of December 31, 2022.
(2) Residential units, GFA and GLA are at 100% project level and include planned units, GFA and GLA, which are subject to change pending various development approvals. Planned residential units may be developed as condominium
units or purpose-built rentals as supported by market demand, targeted studies and return objectives. For projects currently in occupancy, residential units reflect remaining units in inventory to be occupied in future periods.
Current GLA
5,457,000
273,000
185,000
1,010,000
6,925,000
In-place and
committed
occupancy
83.1%
90.2%
94.4%
85.7%
87.9%
Residential/
hotel units at
completion(2)
25,009
2,380
6,276
396
34,061
Residential
GFA(2)
20,314,000
2,160,000
5,323,000
379,000
28,176,000
Future GLA
under
development(2)
2,059,000
2,008,000
—
296,000
4,363,000
(3) DRM refers to Dream Standalone. DIF refers to Dream Impact Fund. MPCT refers to Dream Impact Trust. D.UN refers to Dream Office REIT. DRR refers to Dream Residential REIT.
(4) This project agreement is currently under negotiation and planned density and ownership structure will be available upon completion.
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 31
Management's responsibility for consolidated financial statements
The accompanying consolidated financial statements, the notes thereto and management's discussion and analysis contained in this Annual Report have
been prepared by, and are the responsibility of, the management of Dream Unlimited Corp. These consolidated financial statements have been prepared
in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board, using management's best
estimates and judgments when appropriate.
The Board of Directors is responsible for ensuring that management fulfills its responsibility for financial reporting and internal controls. The Board of
Directors carries out these responsibilities primarily through an Audit Committee, which is composed entirely of independent directors. The Audit
Committee meets with management as well as the external auditor to satisfy itself that management is properly discharging its financial responsibilities
and to review its consolidated financial statements and the report of the auditor. The Audit Committee reports its findings to the Board of Directors, which
approves the consolidated financial statements.
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, the independent auditor, has audited the consolidated financial statements in accordance with Canadian generally accepted
auditing standards. The auditor has full and unrestricted access to the Audit Committee, with or without management present.
"Michael J. Cooper"
Michael J. Cooper
President and Chief Responsible Officer
"Deborah Starkman"
Deborah Starkman
Chief Financial Officer
Toronto, Ontario
February 21, 2023
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 32
Independent auditor’s report
To the Shareholders of Dream Unlimited Corp.
Our opinion
In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects,
the financial position of Dream Unlimited Corp. and its subsidiaries (together, the Company) as at
December 31, 2022 and 2021, and its financial performance and its cash flows for the years then ended in
accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting
Standards Board (IFRS).
What we have audited
The Company’s consolidated financial statements comprise:
the consolidated statements of financial position as at December 31, 2022 and 2021;
the consolidated statements of earnings for the years then ended;
the consolidated statements of comprehensive income for the years then ended;
the consolidated statements of changes in equity for the years then ended;
the consolidated statements of cash flows for the years then ended; and
the notes to the consolidated financial statements, which include significant accounting policies and
other explanatory information.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Our
responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of
the consolidated financial statements section of our report.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our opinion.
Independence
We are independent of the Company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our
audit of the consolidated financial statements in Canada. We have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities
in accordance with these requirements.
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
PwC Tower, 18 York Street, Suite 2600, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5J 0B2
T: +1 416 863 1133, F: +1 416 365 8215
“PwC” refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, an Ontario limited liability partnership.
Key audit matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in our
audit of the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022. These matters were
addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in forming
our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.
Key audit matter
How our audit addressed the key audit matter
Valuation of investment properties
Refer to note 3 – Summary of significant
accounting policies, note 4 – Critical accounting
estimates, judgments and assumptions and note 11
– Investment properties to the consolidated
financial statements.
Our approach to addressing the matter included the
following procedures, among others:
For a sample of investment properties, tested how
management determined the fair values, which
included the following:
The Company measures its investment properties
at fair value, and as at December 31, 2022, these
assets were valued at $1,558.5 million. Fair values
of investment properties are determined using
valuations prepared by management. One
investment property was valued using the direct
comparison approach. The direct comparison
approach considered recent activity for similar
development/redevelopment sites. Fair values of
the remaining investment properties were
calculated using a discounted cash flow method or
the direct capitalization method. Significant
assumptions used in the discounted cash flow
method included the discount rates, terminal
capitalization rates and market rents. Significant
assumptions used in the direct capitalization
method include the capitalization rates. Critical
judgments were made in respect of determining the
fair values of investment properties by
management.
We considered this a key audit matter due to: i)
significant audit effort required to assess the fair
values of investment properties; ii) critical
judgments made by management when
determining the fair values including the
development of the significant assumptions, and;
iii) a high degree of complexity in assessing audit
Evaluated the appropriateness of the valuation
methodology used (the direct comparison
approach, the discounted cash flow method or
the direct capitalization method).
Tested the underlying data used in the
discounted cash flow method and the direct
capitalization method by comparing
components of the cash flows, such as
contractual rents, to the underlying accounting
records.
Evaluated the reasonableness of the discount
rates and terminal capitalization rates for the
discounted cash flow method, and
capitalization rates for the direct capitalization
method by comparing to external market and
industry data.
Professionals with specialized skill and
knowledge in the field of real estate valuations
further assisted us:
For the investment property valued using
the direct comparison approach, in
assessing the transactions used by
management and by comparing to recent
market transactions.
For the investment properties valued using
the discounted cash flow method, in
Key audit matter
How our audit addressed the key audit matter
evidence to support the significant assumptions
made by management. In addition, the audit effort
involved the use of professionals with specialized
skill and knowledge in the field of real estate
valuations.
evaluating the reasonableness of the
market rents, discount rates and terminal
capitalization rates by comparing to
externally available market data.
For the investment properties valued using
the direct capitalization method, in
evaluating the reasonableness of the
capitalization rates by comparing to
externally available market data.
Other information
Management is responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the Management’s
Discussion and Analysis and the information, other than the consolidated financial statements and our
auditor’s report thereon, included in the Annual Report.
Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not
express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other
information identified above and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially
inconsistent with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or
otherwise appears to be materially misstated.
If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other
information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
Responsibilities of management and those charged with governance for the
consolidated financial statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial
statements in accordance with IFRS, and for such internal control as management determines is
necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the
Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going
concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate
the Company or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.
Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the Company’s financial reporting
process.
Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as
a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s
report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a
guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards
will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and
are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence
the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements.
As part of an audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards, we exercise
professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also:
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements,
whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and
obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of
not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error,
as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of
internal control.
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures
that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of the Company’s internal control.
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting
estimates and related disclosures made by management.
Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and,
based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or
conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. If
we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report
to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are
inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to
the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Company to
cease to continue as a going concern.
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial statements,
including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial statements represent the underlying
transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or
business activities within the Company to express an opinion on the consolidated financial
statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We
remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.
We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope
and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal
control that we identify during our audit.
We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant
ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other
matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related
safeguards.
From the matters communicated with those charged with governance, we determine those matters that
were of most significance in the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period and
are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report unless law or
regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we
determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of
doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.
The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor’s report is Frank Magliocco.
Chartered Professional Accountants, Licensed Public Accountants
Toronto, Ontario
February 21, 2023
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
As at December 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets
Lending portfolio
Housing inventory
Condominium inventory
Land inventory
Investment properties
Recreational properties
Equity accounted investments
Capital and other operating assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable and other liabilities
Income and other taxes payable
Provision for real estate development costs
Debt
Dream Impact Trust units
Dream Impact Fund units
Deferred income taxes
Total liabilities
Shareholders’ equity
Share capital
Reorganization adjustment
Contributed surplus
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Total equity
Total liabilities and equity
Note
36
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6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
31
22
2022
47,633
268,037
101,064
15,074
48,146
346,979
470,148
1,558,511
80,300
961,737
58,865
3,956,494
267,872
57,363
74,162
1,612,571
188,385
69,919
132,530
2,402,802
968,076
(944,577)
18,082
1,485,636
26,475
1,553,692
3,956,494
$
$
$
$
2021
52,564
234,541
158,624
12,734
36,320
288,215
469,608
1,256,958
65,077
859,025
55,008
3,488,674
219,626
59,721
52,198
1,293,695
288,092
49,430
103,699
2,066,461
972,917
(944,577)
15,701
1,366,433
11,739
1,422,213
3,488,674
$
$
$
$
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
Commitments and contingencies (Note 34)
Subsequent events (Note 39)
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Dream Unlimited Corp.:
"Michael J. Cooper"
Michael J. Cooper
Director
"Joanne Ferstman"
Joanne Ferstman
Chair
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Consolidated Statements of Earnings
For the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except for per share amounts)
Revenue
Direct operating costs
Gross margin
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other operating costs
Net margin
Other income (expenses):
General and administrative expenses
Fair value changes in investment properties
Share of earnings from equity accounted investments
Investment and other income
Net gain on land settlement
Interest expense
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust units
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund units
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Earnings before income taxes
Income tax expense
Earnings for the year
Total earnings for the year attributable to:
Shareholders
Non-controlling interest
Earnings for the year
Basic earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
Note
24
25
$
2022
343,768
(230,161)
113,607
$
2021
325,922
(234,782)
91,140
26
27
11
13
28
29
18
19
6
20
23
32
32
$
$
$
$
$
(34,472)
79,135
(33,563)
31,219
56,093
8,724
86,420
(51,803)
80,411
(4,524)
(54,821)
197,291
(32,846)
164,445
164,445
—
164,445
3.86
3.74
$
$
$
$
$
(30,574)
60,566
(15,428)
41,156
90,721
9,966
—
(26,675)
(25,019)
(2,037)
(7,375)
125,875
(15,214)
110,661
110,030
631
110,661
2.52
2.46
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 39
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
For the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Earnings for the year
Other comprehensive income
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to net income:
Unrealized gain on interest rate hedge, net of tax
Unrealized gain from foreign currency translation
Share of other comprehensive income (loss) from equity accounted investments
Total other comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income
Total comprehensive income for the year attributable to:
Shareholders
Non-controlling interest
Total comprehensive income
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
Note
22
22
22
23
$
$
$
$
2022
164,445
$
2021
110,661
8,260
2,522
3,954
14,736
179,181
179,181
—
179,181
$
$
$
2,693
946
(852)
2,787
113,448
112,817
631
113,448
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 40
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity
For the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Balance, January 1, 2022
Earnings for the year
Other comprehensive income for the year
Shares repurchased (Note 21)
Dividends paid (Note 21)
Share-based compensation (Note 31)
Dream share capital
(Note 21)
Contributed
surplus
Reorganization
adjustment
Retained
earnings
Accumulated other
comprehensive
income (Note 22)
Total equity
$
972,917 $
15,701 $
(944,577) $
1,366,433 $
11,739 $
1,422,213
—
—
(8,521)
—
3,680
—
—
—
—
2,381
—
—
—
—
—
164,445
—
(6,364)
(38,328)
(550)
—
14,736
—
—
—
164,445
14,736
(14,885)
(38,328)
5,511
Balance, December 31, 2022
$
968,076 $
18,082 $
(944,577) $
1,485,636 $
26,475 $
1,553,692
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Balance, January 1, 2021
Earnings for the year
Other comprehensive income for the year
Shares repurchased
Dividends paid
Share-based compensation
Change in interest in subsidiary
Dream share
capital
Contributed
surplus
Reorganization
adjustment
Retained
earnings
Accumulated
other
comprehensive
income (loss)
Total
shareholders'
equity
Non-
controlling
interest
Total equity
$
1,024,275 $
14,954 $
(944,577) $
1,288,042 $
8,952 $
1,391,646 $
14,966 $
1,406,612
—
—
(55,053)
—
3,695
—
—
—
—
—
747
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
110,030
—
(6,329)
(13,475)
(173)
(11,662)
—
2,787
—
—
—
—
110,030
2,787
(61,382)
(13,475)
4,269
631
—
—
—
—
110,661
2,787
(61,382)
(13,475)
4,269
(11,662)
(15,597)
(27,259)
Balance, December 31, 2021
$
972,917 $
15,701 $
(944,577) $
1,366,433 $
11,739 $
1,422,213 $
— $
1,422,213
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 41
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
For the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)
Operating activities
Earnings for the year
Adjustments for non-cash items:
Depreciation and amortization
Fair value changes in investment properties
Share of earnings from equity accounted investments
Deferred income tax (recovery) expense
Fair value adjustment on Dream Impact Trust units
Fair value adjustment on Dream Impact Fund units
Other adjustments
Changes in non-cash working capital
Net gain on land settlement
Acquisition of condominium inventory
Sale of housing inventory, net of development
Development of condominium inventory, net of sales
Advances on construction loans, net of repayments
Acquisition of land inventory
Development of land inventory, net of sales
Net cash flows provided by operating activities
Investing activities
Acquisitions and additions to investment properties
Acquisitions and additions to recreational properties
Investments in equity accounted investments
Contributions to equity accounted investments
Distributions and disposals of equity accounted investments
Acquisitions of financial assets and other assets
Distributions and disposals of financial assets and other assets
Proceeds on land settlement
Loans receivable repayments, net of advances
Lending portfolio advances, net of repayments and lender fees
Net cash flows used in investing activities
Financing activities
Borrowings from mortgages and term debt facilities
Repayments of mortgages and term debt facilities
Advances from operating lines, net of repayments
Advances pursuant to non-revolving term facility
Advances from equity accounted investments
Issuance of convertible debentures, net of deferred financing costs
Dream Impact Trust units repurchased from other unitholders
Dream Impact Fund contributions from other unitholders
Dividends paid
Repayments of lease obligations
Buy-out of non-controlling interest
Shares repurchased
Net cash flows provided by financing activities
Change in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements.
Note
2022
2021
$
164,445
$
110,661
11
13
20
18
19
36
36
28
9
8
9
17
10
10
11
12
28
7
17
17
17
17
17
18
19
21
23
21
7,525
(31,219)
(56,093)
26,157
(99,103)
4,524
58,938
(139)
(86,420)
(11,694)
(115)
(46,438)
12,673
(386)
(9,008)
(66,353)
(172,980)
(17,725)
(18,643)
(53,875)
28,591
(8,576)
6,205
86,420
14,308
(771)
(137,046)
274,972
(142,436)
29,405
10,000
27,500
37,950
(1,161)
15,965
(38,328)
(514)
—
(14,885)
198,468
36
$
(4,931)
52,564
47,633
$
6,434
(41,156)
(90,721)
(1,545)
6,066
2,037
8,270
3,508
—
(7,376)
7,720
(32,333)
93,535
(1,525)
3,448
67,023
(477,905)
(8,852)
—
(55,563)
36,506
(5,590)
12,007
—
11,824
10,402
(477,171)
220,159
(25,771)
96,195
12,000
—
29,119
(7,843)
47,393
(13,475)
(2,304)
(16,500)
(61,382)
277,591
(132,557)
185,121
52,564
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 42
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
1. Business and structure
Dream Unlimited Corp. ("Dream" or "the Company"), through its wholly owned subsidiary, Dream Asset Management Corporation (“DAM”), is a leading
developer of exceptional office and residential assets in Toronto, owns stabilized income generating assets in both Canada and the U.S., and has an
established and successful asset management business, inclusive of assets under management across four Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") listed trusts, our
private asset management business and numerous partnerships. The Company also develops land and residential assets in Western Canada.
The principal office and centre of administration of the Company is 30 Adelaide Street East, Suite 301, State Street Financial Centre, Toronto, Ontario, M5C
3H1. The Company is listed on the TSX and is domiciled in Canada. The ultimate controlling party of Dream is Michael Cooper, President and Chief
Responsible Officer of Dream.
2. Basis of preparation
The consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, as issued by the International
Accounting Standards Board ("IFRS").
All dollar amounts discussed herein are in thousands of Canadian dollars, unless otherwise stated.
The consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022 were approved by the Board of Directors for issue on February 21, 2023,
after which date they may be amended only with the Board of Directors’ approval.
3. Summary of significant accounting policies
The significant accounting policies adopted by the Company in the preparation of its consolidated financial statements are set out below. The Company
has consistently applied these accounting policies throughout all years presented in the consolidated financial statements.
Basis of Measurement
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, except for investment properties, other financial assets
and financial instruments classified as fair value through profit or loss, which are measured at fair value as determined at each reporting date.
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions have been eliminated in the
consolidated financial statements.
Subsidiaries are those entities the Company controls through the power to govern the financial and operating policies of the entity and by having exposure
or rights to variable returns from its involvement with the entity. The existence and effect of potential voting rights that are currently exercisable are
considered when assessing whether the Company controls another entity. Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date on which control is obtained by
the Company and are subsequently deconsolidated on the date control ceases.
Dream Impact Trust and Dream Impact Fund are considered subsidiaries of the Company based on the Company's exposure to variable returns from
ownership through Dream Impact Trust and Dream Impact Fund units held and real estate joint venture and management agreements.
Goodwill
Goodwill arises on the acquisition of businesses and represents the excess of the consideration transferred over and above the Company's interest in the
fair value of the net identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the acquiree and the measurement of the non-controlling interest in the
acquiree.
For the purposes of impairment testing, goodwill acquired in a business combination is allocated to each of the cash generating units ("CGUs") or groups of
CGUs that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination. Each CGU or group of CGUs to which goodwill is allocated represents the lowest
level within the Company at which the goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes. Goodwill is monitored by the Company at an operating
segment level. Goodwill impairment reviews are undertaken annually, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate a potential
impairment. The carrying value of goodwill is compared to the recoverable amount of the CGU, which is the higher of value-in-use and the fair value less
costs to sell. Any impairment is recognized immediately as an expense and is not subsequently reversed.
Segmented Reporting
Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with internal reporting provided to the chief operating decision-maker. The chief operating
decision-maker has been identified as the President and Chief Responsible Officer of the Company.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Joint Arrangements and Associates
Investments in Joint Arrangements
A joint arrangement is a contractual arrangement, pursuant to which the Company and other parties undertake an economic activity that is subject to joint
control, whereby the strategic financial and operating policy decisions relating to the activities of the joint arrangement require the unanimous consent of
the parties sharing control. Joint arrangements are of two types: joint ventures and joint operations.
Investments in Joint Ventures
Joint ventures involve the establishment of a separate entity in which each co-venturer has an interest in the net assets of the arrangement and are
accounted for using the equity method of accounting, whereby the Company recognizes its share of earnings or losses and of other comprehensive income
("OCI") of the equity accounted investment in its own earnings or OCI, as applicable. If the Company's investment is reduced to zero, additional losses are
not provided for, and a liability is not recognized, unless the Company has incurred legal or constructive obligations or made payments on behalf of the
equity accounted investment.
The Company's investments in joint ventures are as follows:
Name of joint venture and location
Bear Valley Mountain Resort LLC, California
Corktown Commercial Inc., Toronto
Distillery Restaurants LP, Toronto
Dream CMCC Funds I and II, Toronto
Dundee Kilmer Developments Limited, Toronto
Dundee Kilmer Developments LP, Toronto
S/D Commercial Corporation, Toronto
Westland Properties Ltd., Western Canada
Dream VHP Limited Partnership, Toronto
Dream Wilson Brighton Development LP, Western Canada
GulfDream LP, Toronto
Port Credit West Village Partners LP, Toronto
GG Duncan LP, Toronto
Dream WDL LP, Toronto
Zibi Community Utility LP, Ottawa
Alate I Holdings LP, Toronto
DK B10 LP, Toronto
DKT B10 LP, Toronto
Dream/Pauls Castle LLC, Texas & Arizona
Harlo Scarborough Junction LP, Toronto
34 Madison LP, Toronto
473 Warden LP, Toronto
Dream YD LP "Yorkdowns", Markham
(1)
Nature of business
Ski facilities
Investment properties
Restaurant
Mixed-use development
Condominiums
Condominiums
Investment properties
Land
Mixed-use development
Mixed-use development
Mixed-use development
Mixed-use development
Mixed-use development
Residential rental
Utilities
Property technology
Condominiums
Residential rental
Residential rental
Mixed-use development
Investment property
Mixed-use development
Mixed-use development
2022
n/a
50%
50%
9% - 40%
Ownership interest
2021
50%
50%
50%
9% - 40%
50%
50%
50%
78%
25%
50%
50%
31%
33%
33%
40%
25%
50%
33%
5%(1)
45%(2)
80%
40%
5%
50%
50%
50%
78%
25%
50%
50%
31%
33%
33%
40%
25%
50%
33%
5%(1)
45%(2)
80%
n/a
5%
The Company's ownership interest in Dream/Pauls Castle, LLC is 50% with an effective economic interest of 5%.
(2)
The Company's ownership interest in Harlo Scarborough Junction LP is 45% with an effective economic interest of approximately 23%.
Investments in Joint Operations
Where the Company undertakes its activities as a joint operation through a direct interest in the joint operation's assets and a direct obligation for the
joint operation's liabilities, rather than through the establishment of a separate entity, the Company's proportionate share of the joint operation's assets,
liabilities, revenues, expenses and cash flow is recognized in the consolidated financial statements and classified according to its nature.
Name of joint operation and location
Distillery District, Toronto
Millwoods Robertson, Edmonton
Streetcar, Toronto
Thornhill Woods, Toronto
100 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto
Nature of business
Historical heritage district
Land
Condominiums and hotels
Land and housing
Mixed-use development
2022
50%
70%
25% - 50%
30% - 32%
50%
Ownership interest
2021
50%
70%
25% - 50%
30% - 32%
50%
Investments in Associates
Investments in associates comprise those investments over which the Company has significant influence but not control. Generally, the Company is
considered to exert significant influence when it holds more than a 20% interest in an entity. However, determining significant influence is a matter of
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 44
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
judgment and specific circumstances and, from time to time, the Company may hold an interest of more than 20% in an entity without exerting significant
influence.
Conversely, the Company may hold an interest of less than 20% and exert significant influence through representation on the Board of Directors, through
direction of management or through contractual agreements. The Company accounts for its investments in associates using the equity method of
accounting.
The Company's interest in Dream Office REIT as at December 31, 2022 was 36% (December 31, 2021 - 33%) and the Company is deemed to be able to
exercise significant influence over the investee. The carrying amount and earnings from the Company's investment in Dream Office REIT has been recorded
in equity accounted investments in the consolidated statements of financial position and share of earnings from equity accounted investments in the
consolidated statement of earnings, respectively.
Impairment of Equity Accounted Investments
The Company assesses, at each reporting date, whether there is objective evidence that its interest in an equity accounted investment is impaired. If
impaired, the carrying value of the Company's share of the underlying assets of the equity accounted investment is written down to its estimated
recoverable amount, with any difference charged to earnings.
Business Combinations
The Company uses the acquisition method to account for business combinations. The consideration transferred for the acquisition is measured as the
aggregate of the fair values of assets transferred, liabilities incurred or assumed, and any equity instruments of the Company issued in exchange for control
of the acquiree. Acquisition costs are recorded as an expense in earnings as incurred. The acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities
that meet the conditions for recognition under IFRS 3, “Business Combinations” (“IFRS 3”), are recognized at their fair values at the acquisition date.
At the time of an acquisition of a property, the Company evaluates whether the acquisition is a business combination or an asset acquisition. IFRS 3 is only
applicable if it is considered that a business has been acquired. A business, according to IFRS 3, is defined as an integrated set of activities and assets
conducted and managed for the purpose of providing goods or services to customers, generating investment income (such as dividends or interest) or
generating other income from ordinary activities. In determining whether an acquired property meets the definition of a business, the Company assesses
whether substantially all of the fair value of the gross assets acquired is concentrated in a single asset or group of similar assets. If such a concentration
exists, the transaction is not viewed as an acquisition of a business and no further assessment of the business combination guidance is required. This is
relevant where the value of the acquired entity is concentrated in one property, or a group of similar properties. When an acquisition does not represent a
business as defined under IFRS 3, the Company classifies these properties as an asset acquisition.
The interest of non-controlling shareholders in the acquiree, if any, is initially measured at the non-controlling shareholders’ share of the net assets of the
acquiree, or the fair value of the non-controlling interest, as applicable. To the extent the fair value of consideration paid exceeds the fair value of the net
identifiable tangible and intangible assets acquired, the excess is recorded as goodwill. If the consideration transferred is less than the fair value of net
identifiable tangible and intangible assets, the excess is recognized in earnings.
Where a business combination is achieved in stages, previously held interests in the acquired entity are remeasured to fair value at the acquisition date,
which is the date control is obtained, and the resulting gain or loss, if any, is recognized in earnings. Amounts arising from interests in the acquiree prior to
the date of acquisition of control that have previously been recognized in OCI are reclassified to earnings. Changes in the Company’s ownership interest of
a subsidiary that do not result in a loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions and are recorded as a component of equity.
Foreign Currency Translation
Functional and Presentation Currency
The consolidated financial statements are presented in Canadian dollars, which is also the Company’s functional currency.
Functional Currency of Subsidiaries and Equity Accounted Investments
The monetary assets and liabilities on the financial statements of consolidated subsidiaries and equity accounted investments that have a functional
currency that is different from that of the Company are translated into Canadian dollars using the exchange rate at year-end for items included in the
consolidated statements of earnings and OCI, and the rates in effect at the dates of the consolidated statements of financial position for assets and
liabilities. All resulting changes are recognized in OCI as foreign currency translation adjustments.
If the Company’s interest in the foreign operations of a subsidiary or an equity accounted investment is diluted, but the foreign operations remain a
subsidiary or an equity accounted investment, a pro rata portion of the cumulative translation adjustment related to those foreign operations is
reallocated between controlling and non-controlling interests, in the case of a subsidiary, or is recognized as a dilution gain or loss, in the case of an equity
accounted investment. When the Company disposes of its entire interest in the foreign operations, or when it loses control, joint control or significant
influence, the cumulative translation adjustment included in accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”) related to the foreign operations is
recognized in the consolidated statements of earnings on a pro rata basis.
Foreign Currency Transactions
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the transactions. Generally,
foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of foreign currency transactions and from the translation of monetary assets and liabilities
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
denominated in currencies other than an entity’s functional currency at each year-end date are recognized in the consolidated statements of earnings,
except when deferred in OCI as qualifying cash flow hedges and qualifying net investment hedges.
Financial Instruments
The Company’s financial instruments include cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, other financial assets, lending portfolio, financial instruments
within accounts payable and other liabilities, customer deposits, debt, Dream Impact Trust units, Dream Impact Fund units, and deposits and restricted
cash that have been included in the consolidated financial statements within capital and other operating assets.
Financial assets and liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Financial assets are no
longer recognized when the rights to receive cash flows from the assets have expired or are assigned and the Company has transferred substantially all
risks and rewards of ownership in respect of an asset to a third party. Financial assets are recognized at settlement date less any related transaction costs.
Financial liabilities are no longer recognized when the related obligation expires, or is discharged or cancelled.
Classification of financial instruments in the Company’s consolidated financial statements depends on the purpose for which the financial instruments
were acquired or incurred. Management determines the classification of financial instruments at initial recognition.
Fair Value Through Profit or Loss ("FVTPL")
Financial instruments in this category are initially and subsequently recognized at fair value. Gains and losses arising from changes in fair value are
presented within earnings in the consolidated statements of earnings in the period in which they arise, unless they are derivative instruments that have
been designated as hedges.
Financial Liabilities at Amortized Cost
Financial liabilities classified at amortized cost are initially measured at the amount required to be paid, less, when material, a discount to reduce the
liabilities to fair value. Subsequently, these financial liabilities are measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.
Financial Liabilities at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss
Certain financial liabilities are designated as FVTPL as they are managed and evaluated on a fair value basis. These financial liabilities are initially and
subsequently measured at fair value. Gains and losses arising from changes in fair value are recorded within earnings in the consolidated statements of
earnings in the period in which they arise, with the exception of changes in the liability's credit risk, which are recorded in OCI in the period in which they
arise.
Hedging Instruments and Activities
At the inception of a hedging transaction, the Company documents the relationship between hedging instruments and hedged items, as well as its risk
management objectives and strategy for undertaking various hedging transactions. The Company also documents its assessment, both at hedge inception
and on an ongoing basis, of whether the derivatives that are used in hedging transactions are highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash
flows of hedged items.
The effective portion of changes in the fair value of derivatives that are hedges of a particular risk associated with a recognized asset or liability or a highly
probable forecasted transaction is recognized in OCI. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion, if any, is recognized immediately in the
consolidated statements of earnings.
The realized gain or loss recognized on settlement of a hedging instrument designated as a cash flow hedge will be reclassified to earnings over the same
basis as the cash flows received from the hedged item. When a hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, any cumulative
gains or losses existing in OCI at that time are recognized in earnings immediately.
Impairment of Financial Assets
The Company applies an appropriate impairment model approach for financial assets depending on the category of financial assets or liabilities. The three
impairment models applicable under IFRS 9 include the general approach, the simplified approach and the credit-adjusted approach. The Company uses
the simplified approach, which recognizes expected credit losses (“ECLs”) based on lifetime ECLs for accounts receivable and the general approach for
loans receivable. The general approach uses the ECLs estimated at the 12-month ECL unless the credit risk has increased significantly relative to the credit
risk at the date of initial recognition.
Investment Holdings and Participating Mortgages
Investment holdings and participating mortgages include limited partnership interests, a hospitality asset, a bond portfolio, a vendor take-back mortgage
secured against land, and mortgage receivables secured against residential development properties and include participation rights in the profits of the
underlying development. At initial recognition, the Company measures a financial asset at its fair value, plus any related transaction costs. Subsequent
measurement depends on the Company’s business model for managing the financial assets and the contractual terms of the cash flows. With the
exception of the bond portfolio, investment holdings and participating mortgages are classified as FVTPL as their contractual cash flows do not represent
solely payments of principal and interest. The bond portfolio is measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method and net of any impairment
losses. Income earned and the changes in fair value are recorded in the consolidated statements of earnings as fair value changes in financial instruments.
Dream Unlimited Corp. – December 31, 2022 | 46
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Lending Portfolio
The lending portfolio is primarily comprised of fixed interest rate interest-only mortgage and loan investments that the Company intends on holding until
maturity. They are recognized initially at fair value, plus any directly attributable transaction costs. The Company classifies all loan investments that give
rise to specified payments of principal and interest as amortized cost. All other loan investments are classified as FVTPL. For those loan investments
classified as amortized cost, subsequent to initial recognition, the lending portfolio investments are measured at amortized cost using the effective interest
rate method, less any provision for impairment, if applicable. A provision for impairment on the lending portfolio is established based on the general
approach Expected Credit Loss ("ECL") model. Under the general approach ECL model, the Company estimates possible default scenarios for the next
twelve months on its lending portfolio investments. The Company established a provision matrix that considers various factors including the borrower’s
credit risk, term to maturity, status of the underlying project and market risk. The results of the general approach ECL model are used to reduce the
carrying amount of the financial asset through an allowance account, and the changes in the measurement of the allowance account are recognized in the
consolidated statements of earnings. If a significant increase in credit risk occurs on a loan investment, an estimate of default is considered over the entire
remaining life of the asset. In circumstances when an entity acquires a loan investment that is credit impaired at the date of initial recognition, the credit
adjusted approach ECL model will be applied. The credit adjusted approach ECL model results in expected credit losses calculated considering an estimate
of default over the life of the asset.
Real Estate Inventory
Housing and Condominiums
Housing and condominium inventory, which may, from time to time, include commercial property, is acquired or constructed for sale in the ordinary
course of business and is held as inventory and measured at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in
the ordinary course of business, based on prevailing market prices at each reporting date and discounted for the time value of money, if material, less
estimated costs of completion and estimated selling costs.
Land
Land inventory includes land held for development and land under development and is measured at the lower of cost and net realizable value.
Capitalized Costs
Capitalized costs include all expenditures incurred in connection with the acquisition of property, direct development and construction costs, certain
borrowing costs and property taxes.
Provision for Real Estate Development Costs
The provision for real estate development costs reflects management’s estimate of costs to complete for land, housing and condominium projects for
which revenue has been recognized. These amounts have not been discounted, as the majority of the costs are expected to be expended within
approximately one year.
Investment Properties
Investment properties include properties held to earn rental income or for capital appreciation, or both. Investment properties are measured initially at
cost, which includes all expenditures incurred in connection with the acquisition of property, direct development and construction costs, borrowing costs
and property taxes. Subsequent to initial recognition, investment properties are measured at their fair value at each reporting date. Gains or losses arising
from changes in fair value are recorded in earnings in the period in which they arise.
Development Investment Properties
Once appropriate evidence of a change in use of land held or under development is established, the land is transferred from inventory to investment
properties. At that time, the land is recognized at fair value in accordance with the Company's accounting policy for investment properties if fair value is
reliably measurable, and any gain or loss is reflected in fair value changes in investment properties within the consolidated statements of earnings, in the
period the transfer occurs. The gain or loss recorded represents the difference between the fair value of the transferred property and the accumulated
costs of development.
The fair value of development investment properties is determined by management on a property-by-property basis using a discounted cash flow
valuation methodology or the direct comparison approach. Within the discounted cash flows, the significant unobservable inputs include: terminal
capitalization rates, discount rates and market rates. Other assumptions include forecasted net operating income based on the location, type and quality
of the property, supported by the terms of actual or anticipated future leasing; estimated costs to complete based on internal budgets, terms of
construction contracts and market conditions; expected completion dates; development and leasing risks specific to the property; and the status of
approvals and/or permits. Within the direct comparison approach, the significant unobservable inputs include recent transaction activity for similar
development/redevelopment sites.
Recreational Properties
Recreational properties are owner-occupied properties used in the production or supply of goods or services. Recreational properties are stated at cost
less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Costs of recreational properties include all expenditures incurred in connection
with the acquisition of the property, direct development and construction costs, borrowing costs and property taxes. The Company uses the straight-line
method of depreciation for recreational properties, including major expansions and renovations. The estimated useful life of the properties is between two
and forty years.
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Real Estate Borrowing Costs
Real estate borrowing costs include interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of funds for operations. Borrowing costs directly
attributable to the acquisition, development or construction of qualifying real estate assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to prepare for
their intended use or sale are capitalized as part of the cost of the respective real estate asset. For real estate construction and development projects, the
Company considers a substantial period of time to be a period longer than one year to complete. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in
which they occur.
Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to investment properties under development or to the development of condominiums, commercial and
recreational properties are capitalized. Borrowing costs related to land or housing developments are recognized in earnings as incurred. Where borrowing
costs are specific to a qualifying asset, the amount is directly capitalized to that asset. Otherwise, borrowing costs are aggregated and pro-rated to
qualifying assets using the Company’s weighted average cost of borrowing. Borrowing costs are capitalized during periods of active development and
construction, starting from the commencement of the development work until the date on which all of the activities necessary to prepare the real estate
asset for its intended use or sale are complete. Thereafter, borrowing costs are charged to earnings.
Capital and Other Operating Assets
Capital assets are recorded at cost, net of accumulated depreciation and impairment, if any, and are depreciated on a straight-line basis. Annual
depreciation rates estimated by management have a range of two to twenty years. The Company reviews the depreciation method, residual values and
estimates of the useful life of its capital assets at least annually. On sale or retirement, a capital asset and its related accumulated depreciation are
removed from the consolidated financial statements and any related gain or loss is reflected in earnings.
Other operating assets consist primarily of prepaid amounts, which are generally amortized to earnings over the expected service period; deposits made in
connection with potential future acquisitions, which are subsequently allocated to specific inventory on completion of the acquisition; and restricted cash
amounts, which comprise cash-securing letters of credit provided to various government agencies to support development activities, restricted cash
available for use on certain capital expenditures, certain customer deposits and amounts held as security against accounts receivable.
Impairment of Non-Financial Assets
Non-financial assets are assessed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset may not be
recoverable. An impairment loss, if any, is recognized for the amount by which the asset’s carrying value exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable
amount of an asset is the greater of an asset’s fair value, less costs to sell, and its value in use. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are
grouped at the CGU level. If their carrying value is assessed as not recoverable, an impairment loss is recognized.
An assessment is made, at each reporting date, as to whether there is any indication that previously recognized impairment losses may no longer exist or
may have decreased. If such indication exists, the Company makes an estimate of the recoverable amount and, if appropriate, reverses all or part of the
impairment. If the impairment is reversed, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the newly estimated recoverable amount. This increased
carrying amount may not exceed the carrying amount that would have resulted after taking into account depreciation if no impairment loss had been
recognized in prior years. The amount of any impairment reversal is recorded immediately in earnings for the year.
Dream Impact Fund Units
The Company holds an effective 41% interest in Dream Impact Fund as at December 31, 2022 through the ownership of 4,179,423 units. The residual non-
controlling interest is held by third-party investors and is reflected as a financial liability as the units are redeemable by unitholders after a three-year
lockup period and, therefore, are considered a puttable instrument in accordance with IAS 32, "Financial Instruments - Presentation" ("IAS 32"), and must
be presented as a financial liability.
The Company manages the Dream Impact Fund units on a fair value basis. As a financial liability measured at fair value through profit or loss, the Company
recorded the Dream Impact Fund units at fair value on acquisition of control. Subsequent to initial recognition, the liability is remeasured to fair value each
period based on the Dream Impact Fund unit's closing net asset value. Fair value changes are recorded within adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund
units in the consolidated statements of earnings in the period in which they arise. Distributions on Dream Impact Fund units not held by the Company are
recognized in the period in which they are approved and are recorded as an expense within adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund units in the
consolidated statements of earnings. Refer to Note 19 for additional details.
Dream Impact Trust Units
The Company holds an effective 30% interest in Dream Impact Trust as at December 31, 2022 through the ownership of 20,296,967 trust units
(December 31, 2021 - 28% interest through ownership of 18,227,472 trust units). The remaining 46,745,547 trust units outstanding are held by other
unitholders and have been recognized on the consolidated statements of financial position to reflect the residual 70% interest held by other parties as at
December 31, 2022. The units are redeemable at the option of the holder and, therefore, are considered a puttable instrument in accordance with IAS 32,
and must be presented as a financial liability. The holder has the option to redeem units, generally at any time, at a redemption price per unit equal to the
lesser of 90% of the 20-day weighted average closing price prior to the redemption date or 100% of the closing market price on the redemption date.
The Company manages the Dream Impact Trust units on a fair value basis. As a financial liability measured at fair value through profit or loss, the Company
recorded the Dream Impact Trust units at fair value on acquisition of control. Subsequent to initial recognition, the liability is remeasured to fair value each
period based on the Dream Impact Trust unit's closing trading price. Fair value changes are recorded within adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust
units in the consolidated statements of earnings in the period in which they arise. Distributions on Dream Impact Trust units not held by the Company are
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recognized in the period in which they are approved and are recorded as an expense within adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust units in the
consolidated statements of earnings. Refer to Note 18 for additional details.
Convertible Debentures - Dream Impact Trust
The convertible debentures are financial instruments that can be converted to units of Dream Impact Trust at the option of the holder. As Dream Impact
Trust’s units are puttable instruments in accordance with IAS 32, the convertible debentures are recognized as financial liabilities with embedded
derivatives. The convertible debentures are financial liabilities that consist of the host instruments and the conversion features.
At initial recognition, each host instrument is measured at fair value net of related transaction costs. At each subsequent reporting period, the host
instruments are measured at amortized cost using the effective interest rate method. Each conversion feature, classified as a financial derivative, is initially
and subsequently measured at FVTPL. Interest expense, accretion expense and any fair value adjustments required on the conversion features are
recognized in the consolidated statement of earnings.
Revenue Recognition
Revenue is measured based on the consideration specified in a contract with a customer and excludes amounts collected on behalf of third parties. The
Company recognizes revenue when it transfers control over a product or service to a customer. The Company capitalizes all commissions paid to an
intermediary as a cost to obtain a contract when they are expected to be recovered. These costs are amortized consistently with the pattern of recognition
for the related revenue. The following is a description of principal activities from which the Company generates its revenues, including the nature of
revenues, timing of satisfaction of performance obligations and significant payment terms.
Product and services
Nature and timing of satisfaction of performance obligations
Land
Revenue relating to sales of land is recognized when control over the property has been transferred to the customer - typically when the
customer can begin construction on the property. Until this criterion is met, any proceeds received are accounted for as customer deposits.
Revenue is measured based on the transaction price agreed to under the contract and is typically recognized upon receipt of 15% of the
transaction price.
Condominiums and housing
projects
Revenue relating to sales of condominiums and housing projects is recognized when control of the property has been transferred to the
customer - typically when the customer occupies the property. Until these criteria are met, any proceeds received are accounted for as
customer deposits. Revenue is measured based on the transaction price agreed to under the contract.
Other revenue from
investment properties
(excluding base rent)
Other revenue from investment properties includes recoveries of operating expenses including percentage participation rents, lease
cancellation fees, parking income and other incidental income. The Company recognizes revenue as the related services are performed. The
unsatisfied performance obligation resulting from other investment property revenue has a variable consideration that is constrained by the
underlying performance of the property.
Recreational properties
Amounts received for the sale of annual season passes to recreational properties are deferred and amortized on a straight-line basis over the
term of the season. Other amounts received from the use of recreational properties are recognized as revenue when earned.
Real estate asset
management and advisory
services
Revenue from real estate asset management and advisory services is calculated based on a fee that is a formula specific to each advisory
client and may include fee revenue calculated as a percentage of the capital managed, capital expenditures incurred, the purchase price of
properties acquired and the value of financing transactions completed. These fees are recognized on an accrual basis over the period during
which the related service is rendered. Asset management and advisory services fee arrangements may also provide the Company with an
incentive fee when the investment performance of the underlying assets exceeds established benchmarks. Incentive fees, carried interest
and other revenues are recognized in earnings when it is highly probable there will not be a significant reversal of revenue.
Rental income
Lending portfolio interest
and fees income
The Company uses the straight-line method of rental revenue recognition on investment properties whereby any contractual free-rent
periods and rent increases over the term of a lease are recognized in earnings evenly over the lease term. Initial direct leasing costs incurred
in negotiating and arranging tenant leases are added to the carrying amount of the investment properties and are amortized over the term of
the lease. Lease incentives, which include costs incurred to make leasehold improvements to tenants’ space and cash allowances provided to
tenants, are added to the carrying amount of investment properties and are amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease as a
reduction in revenue from investment properties.
Mortgage interest and fees revenues are recognized in the consolidated statements of earnings using the effective interest method.
Mortgage interest and fees revenues include the discount or premium incurred by the Company at the time the mortgages were acquired, if
any. The effective interest method derives the interest rate that discounts the estimated future cash payments and receipts over the
expected life of the mortgages to its carrying amount. When calculating the effective interest rate, future cash flows are estimated
considering all contractual terms of the financial instrument, but not future credit losses. The calculation of the effective interest rate
includes all fees and transaction costs paid or received, including the incremental revenues and costs that are directly attributable to the
acquisition or issuance of the mortgage.
Direct Operating Costs
Inventory costs associated with land held for development or land under development, including the estimated costs to complete the development of the
asset, are allocated to direct operating costs on a per lot basis, pro-rated based on the street frontage of each lot. Inventory costs associated with the
development of condominiums are allocated to direct operating costs on a per unit basis, pro-rated based on the sales value of the unit relative to the
sales value of all units in a condominium project. Direct operating costs associated with the construction of housing inventory and commercial property are
specific to each project.
Direct operating costs related to specific investment or recreational properties include property management costs and operating expenses, as well as
management and administrative expenses, and are recorded on an accrual basis.
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(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
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Income Taxes
The Company follows the balance sheet liability method to provide for income taxes on all transactions recorded in its consolidated financial statements.
The balance sheet liability method requires that income taxes reflect the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the carrying
amounts of assets and liabilities and their tax bases. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are determined for each temporary difference and for
unused tax losses and unused tax credits, as applicable, at rates expected to be in effect when the asset is realized or the liability is settled. The effect on
deferred income tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in earnings in the period that includes the substantive enactment date.
Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is probable that the assets can be recovered.
Due to uncertainties in the estimation process, particularly with respect to changes in facts and circumstances in future reporting periods (carry forward
period assumptions), it is reasonably possible that actual results could differ from the estimates used in the Company’s historical analysis. If the Company’s
results of operations are less than projected and there is insufficient objectively verifiable evidence to support the likely realization of its deferred tax
assets, adjustments would be required to reduce or eliminate its deferred tax assets.
Earnings per Share
Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing Dream’s earnings attributable to owners of the parent by the weighted average number of Subordinate
Voting Shares and Dream Class B common shares ("Class B Shares") outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share, where applicable, is calculated
by adjusting the weighted average number of shares outstanding for dilutive instruments by applying the treasury stock method.
Share-Based Compensation
Stock Option Plan
Management issues share-based compensation to certain employees in the form of stock options that vest evenly over a three-to five-year period. The fair
value of the options on the grant date is determined using an option pricing model. The estimated fair value of options on the grant date is recognized as
compensation expense on a graded vesting basis over the period in which the employee services are rendered.
Performance Share Unit Plan
Management issues share-based compensation to certain employees in the form of performance share units (“PSUs”) that are subject to either time
vesting only, or time and performance vesting. PSUs subject to performance vesting provide the holder with a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1.5
Subordinate Voting Shares based on the achievement of predetermined Company performance goals. In lieu of receiving Subordinate Voting Shares on
vesting, PSU holders may request a cash payment equal to the five-day trailing weighted average share price of the Company’s Subordinate Voting Shares
on the vesting date or settlement date, when applicable; however, the form of payment on vesting is ultimately the decision of the Company. During the
holding period, which is between the grant date and the vesting date, PSUs earn dividends declared by the Company in the form of additional fractional
PSUs. The fair value of the PSUs on the grant date is determined using an option pricing model. The estimated fair value of the PSUs on the grant date is
recognized as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the period in which the employee services are rendered.
Deferred Share Incentive Plan
The Company has a deferred share incentive plan that provides for the grant of deferred share units ("DSUs") and income deferred share units to eligible
directors, senior management and their service providers. Grants to directors, officers and employees are recognized as compensation expense and are
included in general and administrative expenses in the period in which they are granted. During the holding period, which is between the grant date and
the vesting date, DSUs earn dividends declared by the Company in the form of additional fractional DSUs. On settlement of DSUs and earned fractional
DSUs, the amount recognized in contributed surplus for the grant is reclassified to share capital.
Restricted Share Unit Plan
The Company has a Restricted Share & Restricted Share Unit Plan (the “RS & RSU Plan”) that provides for the grant of an amount of cash (a “Restricted
Share Award”) to be used exclusively to subscribe for Subordinate Voting Shares (“Restricted Shares”) in accordance with the terms of the RS & RSU Plan.
Restricted Shares are issued at a subscription price that is calculated to be equal to the fair market value of a Restricted Share as of the applicable issuance
date, being the fair market value of a Subordinate Voting Share taking into account the terms of vesting and forfeiture set out in the RS & RSU Plan and the
applicable Restricted Share Award agreement. Restricted Shares issued under the RS & RSU Plan are held in escrow by a third-party escrow agent prior to
vesting and are delivered to the participant on the tenth anniversary of the issuance date upon vesting, provided that certain forfeiture events have not
occurred prior to such vesting date and subject to the terms of the RS & RSU Plan. Upon vesting, RS holders have the right to receive a cash payment equal
to the five-day trailing weighted average share price of the Company's Subordinate Voting Shares; however, the form of payment on vesting is ultimately
the decision of the Company.
Government Grants
Government grants are not recognized until there is reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with the associated conditions, and that the grant
will be received. Receipt of a grant does not of itself provide conclusive evidence that the conditions attached to the grant have or will be fulfilled.
Government grants are recognized in profit or loss on a systematic basis over the periods in which the entity recognizes the expenses or revenue for the
related costs or income for which the grants are intended to compensate. For those government grants that become receivable as compensation for
expenses or losses already incurred or for the purpose of giving immediate financial support to the Company with no future related costs, the grant is
recognized in profit or loss for the period in which it becomes receivable. The Company recognizes government assistance as a reduction in the related
expenses, through the consolidated statement of earnings.
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(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
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Future Accounting Policy Changes
Standards issued but not yet effective up to the date of issuance of the Company's consolidated financial statement that are likely to have an impact on
the Company are listed below. This listing is of standards and interpretations issued by the International Accounting Standards Board that the Company
reasonably expects to be applicable at a future date. The Company intends to adopt those standards when they become effective.
Amendments to IAS 1, Presentation of Financial Statements
The amendments clarify that liabilities are classified as either current or non-current, depending on the rights that exist at the end of the reporting period.
Classification is unaffected by expectations of the entity or events after the reporting date. The amendments also clarify that the settlement of a liability
refers to the transfer of the counterparty of cash, equity instruments, and/or other assets or services. Early application is permitted. The Company intends
to adopt the amendments to IAS 1 on the required effective date of January 1, 2024. The Company is in the process of assessing the impact of this
amendment.
4. Critical accounting estimates, judgments and assumptions
The preparation of these consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS requires the Company to make judgments in applying its accounting
policies, estimates and assumptions about the future. These judgments, estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities,
revenues and expenses, and the related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements. The
Company evaluates its estimates on an ongoing basis. Such estimates are based on historical experience and on various other assumptions the Company
believes are reasonable under the circumstances, and these estimates form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and
liabilities and the reported amount of revenues and expenses that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from those
estimates under different assumptions or conditions. The following discusses the most significant accounting judgments, estimates and assumptions the
Company has made in the preparation of its consolidated financial statements.
Joint Arrangements and Associates
The Company holds investments in various assets, and its ownership interest in these investments is established through diverse structures. Significant
judgment is applied in assessing whether the investment structure results in control, joint control or significant influence over the operations of the
investment, or whether the Company’s investment is passive in nature. The assessment of whether the Company exerts control, joint control or significant
influence over an investment will determine the accounting treatment for the investment. In making this assessment, the Company considers its
ownership interest in the investment as well as its decision-making authority with regard to the operating, financing and investing activities of the
investment as specified in the contractual terms of the arrangement. The Company also considers any agreements with the investee that expose the
Company to variable returns from its involvement with the investee. Joint arrangements that involve the establishment of a separate entity in which each
venture has an interest are set up as joint ventures, whereas investments in associates are those investments over which the Company has significant
influence but no control.
Business Combinations and Goodwill
Accounting for business combinations under IFRS 3 only applies if it is considered that a business has been acquired. Under IFRS 3, a business is defined as
an integrated set of activities and assets conducted and managed for the purpose of providing a return in the form of dividends, lower costs or other
economic benefits to investors. A business generally consists of inputs, processes applied to those inputs and resulting outputs that are, or will be, used to
generate revenues. In the absence of such criteria, a group of assets is deemed to have been acquired. If goodwill is present in a transferred set of
activities and assets, the transferred set is presumed to be a business. Judgment is used by the Company in determining whether an acquisition qualifies as
a business combination in accordance with IFRS 3 or as an asset acquisition.
When determining whether an acquisition is a business combination or an asset acquisition, the Company applies judgment when considering whether the
acquisition is capable of producing outputs and whether the market participant could produce outputs if missing elements exist. In particular, the
Company considers whether employees were assumed in the acquisition and whether an operating platform has been acquired.
Significant judgment is required in applying the acquisition method of accounting for business combinations and, specifically, in identifying and
determining the fair value of assets and liabilities acquired, including intangible assets and residual goodwill, if any. The Company’s goodwill balance is
allocated to the particular CGU to which it relates (herein referred to as the “goodwill CGU”). The recoverable amount of the Company’s goodwill CGU is
determined based on the fair value less costs of disposal approach. Refer to Note 14 for further details.
Consolidation
In determining if an entity is a subsidiary of the Company, the Company makes significant judgments about whether it has power and control over such an
entity. In addition to voting rights, the Company considers the contractual rights and obligations arising from other arrangements, and other relevant
factors relating to an entity in determining if the Company has the power and ability to affect returns from an investee. The contractual rights and
obligations considered by the Company include, among others, the approvals and decision-making process over significant operating, financing and
investing activities, the responsibilities and scope of decision-making power of the Company, the termination provisions of applicable agreements, the
types and determination of fees paid to the Company and the significance, if any, of any investment made by the Company. The Company reviews its prior
conclusions when facts and circumstances change.
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Net Realizable Value
Land, housing and condominium inventory are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. In calculating net realizable value, management must
estimate the selling price of these assets based on prevailing market prices at the dates of the consolidated statements of financial position, discounted for
the time value of money, if material, less estimated costs of completion and estimated selling costs. If estimates are significantly different from actual
results, the carrying amounts of these assets may be overstated or understated on the consolidated statements of financial position and, accordingly,
earnings in a particular period may be overstated or understated.
Provisions
Provisions are recorded by the Company when it has determined it has a present obligation, whether legal or constructive, and it is probable that an
outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, provided a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Management must
use judgment in assessing the magnitude and timing of the potential economic exposure and the likelihood of a future event occurring. Actual results may
differ significantly from those estimates. The consolidated financial statements include a significant provision for costs to complete land, housing and
condominium projects. The stage of completion of any development project, and the remaining costs to be incurred, are determined by management,
considering relevant available information at each reporting date. In making such determination, management makes significant judgments about
milestones, actual work performed and the estimates of costs to complete the work.
Fair Value of Investment Holdings and Participating Mortgages
Critical judgments are made in determining the fair value of investment holdings and participating mortgages. The fair values of these investments are
reviewed regularly by the Company with reference to the applicable local market conditions and in discussion with the development’s construction
management company. The Company makes judgments with respect to the valuation of market comparables and management assumptions related to
project level returns in order to determine the Company's interest and participating income.
Fair Value of Investment Properties
Critical judgments are made in respect of the fair values of investment properties and the investment properties held in equity accounted investments.
Significant assumptions relating to the estimates of fair values of investment properties include terminal capitalization rates, discount rates and market
rents. Other assumptions include the receipt of contractual rents, renewal rates, maintenance requirements and current and recent investment property
transaction prices, if any. If there is any change in these assumptions or regional, national or international economic conditions, the fair value of
investment properties may change materially.
On a rotational basis, the Company engages independent, professionally qualified appraisers who are experienced, nationally recognized and qualified in
the professional valuation of real estate in their respective geographic areas. Judgment is applied in determining the extent and frequency of independent
appraisals. A select number of properties are valued by an independent appraiser on a rotational basis at least once every three years. For properties
subject to an independent valuation report, management verifies all major inputs to the valuation and reviews the results with the independent
appraisers.
Fair Value of Development Investment Properties
Fair value measurement of an investment property under development is applied only if the fair value is considered to be reliably measurable. Under
specific circumstances, investment properties under development may be carried at cost until their fair value becomes reliably measurable. It may
sometimes be difficult to determine reliably the fair value of investment properties under development. In order to evaluate whether the fair value of an
investment property under development can be determined reliably, management considers various factors, including significant assumptions related to
terminal capitalization rates, discount rates and market rent and other assumptions relate to the terms of the construction contract, the stage of
completion, the location, type and quality of the property, expected completion dates, the level of reliability of cash inflows after completion, the
development risks specific to the property, past experience with similar constructions, status of approvals and/or permits, estimated costs to complete and
market conditions.
Transfer of Inventory to Development Investment Properties
Raw land is usually unentitled property without the regulatory approvals that allow the construction of residential, industrial, commercial and mixed-use
developments. When development plans are formulated, the Company may decide that specific land holdings will be developed into investment
properties. Once appropriate evidence of a change in use is established, the land is transferred to investment properties. This also applies to multi-family
rental properties, which are transferred to investment properties from condominium inventory.
Impairment of Non-Financial Assets
Recreational properties, capital assets and intangible assets with finite lives are tested for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances
indicate the carrying amounts may not be recoverable. Intangible assets with indefinite lives are tested at least annually. Management uses judgment in
performing this impairment test. Imprecision in any of the assumptions and estimates used could affect the valuation of these assets and the assessment
of performance.
IAS 36, "Impairment of Assets", requires management to use judgment in determining the recoverable amount of assets tested for impairment. Judgment
is involved in estimating the fair value less the cost to sell or value-in-use of the CGUs, including estimates of growth rates, discount rates and terminal
rates. The values assigned to these key assumptions reflect past experience and are consistent with external sources of information.
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Income Taxes
The determination of the Company’s income and other tax liabilities requires interpretation of complex laws and regulations, often involving multiple
jurisdictions. Judgment is required in determining whether deferred income tax assets should be recognized on the consolidated statements of financial
position. Deferred income tax assets are recognized to the extent the Company believes it is probable that the assets can be recovered. Furthermore,
deferred income tax balances are recorded using enacted or substantively enacted future income tax rates. Changes in enacted income tax rates are not
within the control of management. However, any such changes in income tax rates may result in actual income tax amounts that may differ significantly
from estimates recorded in deferred tax balances.
Management periodically evaluates positions taken in tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulation is subject to interpretation
and establishes provisions where appropriate on the basis of amounts expected to be paid to the tax authorities.
Fair Value and Impairment of Financial Instruments
Certain financial instruments are recorded in the Company’s consolidated statements of financial position at values that are representative of or
approximate fair value. The fair value of a financial instrument that is traded in active markets at each reporting date is determined by reference to its
quoted market price or dealer price quotations.
IFRS 9 requires management to use judgment in determining if the Company's financial assets are impaired. The Company's financial assets are subject to
the ECL model whereby the Company estimates on a forward-looking basis possible default scenarios and establishes a provision matrix that considers
various factors including industry and sector performance, economic and technological changes and other external market indicators.
The fair value of certain other financial instruments is determined using valuation techniques. By their nature, these valuation techniques require the use
of assumptions. Changes in the underlying assumptions could materially impact the determination of the fair value of a financial instrument. Imprecision in
determining fair value using valuation techniques may affect the amount of earnings recorded in a particular period.
The Company classifies the fair value of its financial instruments according to the following hierarchy, which is based on the amount of observable inputs
used to value the instrument:
Level 1 - inputs to the valuation methodology are quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets;
Level 2 - inputs to the valuation methodology include quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, and inputs that are observable for
the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the financial instrument; and
Level 3 - inputs to the valuation methodology are unobservable and significant to the fair value measurement.
Fair Value of Hedging Instruments and Effectiveness
Critical judgments are made in respect of assumptions used to estimate the fair value of hedging instruments and to assess the effectiveness of the
hedging arrangement. The basis of valuation and assessment of effectiveness for the Company's derivatives is set out in Note 30; however, the fair values
reported may differ from how they are ultimately recognized if there is volatility in interest rates between the valuation date and settlement date.
5. Accounts receivable
The details of accounts receivable by segment are summarized in the following table:
Development
Recurring income
Corporate and other
$
$
2022
233,564
$
26,436
8,037
268,037
$
2021
200,225
26,081
8,235
234,541
Accounts receivable for contracted sales of land under development and housing and condominium sales are secured by the underlying real estate assets
and have various terms of repayment. The carrying value of accounts receivable is reported net of a provision for impairment of $1,018 (December 31,
2021 - $1,220).
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
6. Other financial assets
Other financial assets consisted of the following:
Investment holdings
Loans receivable
Participating mortgages
Interest rate swaps
$
$
2022
40,950
44,545
5,193
10,376
101,064
$
$
2021
95,298
56,136
6,436
754
158,624
Investment Holdings
As at December 31, 2022, investment holdings include a real estate development investment and a portfolio of bonds.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recorded a fair value loss of $54,795 (year ended December 31, 2021 - $nil) on the Virgin Hotels
Las Vegas, which approximated its carrying value. The loss was driven by a variety of factors, which included operational performance, near-term financing
and capital needs, uncertainty regarding stabilization, market comparators and a proposed capital re-organization by the hotel investor group in the three
months ended December 31, 2022.
Loans Receivable
Loans receivable are amounts owing to the Company pertaining to development partnerships in Toronto and Western Canada. In the year ended
December 31, 2022, $12,600 was received pertaining to a loan in Western Canada (year ended December 31, 2021 - $12,600).
Participating Mortgages
Participating mortgages related to two long-term development loans secured by real property comprising two residential assets. Refer to Note 30 for the
valuation methodology used to determine the fair value of the participating mortgages. In the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company received
proceeds of $9,390, representing a return on investment on the participating mortgages. In the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company recorded a
fair value loss of $6,258 related to one of the participating mortgages as a result of changes in profit assumptions on the unsold inventory.
7. Lending portfolio
Balance, beginning of year
Lending portfolio advances
Interest capitalized to lending portfolio balance
Provision for lending portfolio losses
Other
Principal repayments at maturity
Balance, end of year(1)
(1) Included is a loan of $5,066 that is classified as FVTPL (December 31, 2021- $4,626).
The table below provides a summary of the Company's lending portfolio:
Weighted average effective interest rate
Maturity dates
Balance of accrued interest
Loans with prepayment options
$
$
$
2022
12,734
$
1,432
547
—
361
—
15,074
$
2021
23,248
—
408
(1,465)
945
(10,402)
12,734
2022
14.7%
2023-2025
90
$
7,513
2021
14.6%
2022-2026
88
6,787
During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company recognized a loan provision for $1,465. The full provision related to one loan, the value of which
was determined based on the net realizable value of the underlying real estate properties, net of related transaction costs based on sales prices for the
properties. As at December 31, 2022, the remaining balance of the loan had been repaid.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, a loan investment classified as FVTPL, aggregating $5,066 (December 31, 2021 - $4,626), was measured at fair
value using a discounted cash flow method. The fair value was determined by discounting the expected cash flows of the loan using an interest rate of
17.5% (December 31, 2021 - 17.5%), which took into consideration similar instruments with corresponding maturity dates plus a credit adjustment in
accordance with the borrowers' creditworthiness, as well as the risk profile of the underlying securities. Generally, under this method, a decrease in the
market rate will result in an increase to the fair value and an increase in the market rate will result in a decrease to the fair value. If the weighted average
market rate was to increase by 25 bps, the fair value of the loan investments would decrease by $100. If the weighted average market rate was to decrease
by 25 bps, the fair value would increase by $100.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
8. Housing inventory
The movement in housing inventory is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Transfers from land inventory (Note 10)
Development
Housing units occupied
Balance, end of year
9. Condominium inventory
The movement in condominium inventory is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Acquisitions
Development
Condominium units occupied
Balance, end of year
10. Land inventory
The movement in land inventory is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Acquisitions
Development
Lot and acre sales
Transfers to housing inventory (Note 8)
Balance, end of year
11. Investment properties
The movement in investment properties by segment is as follows:
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
2022
36,320
11,711
20,819
(20,704)
48,146
$
2022
288,215
$
11,694
51,988
(4,918)
346,979
$
2022
469,608
$
3,243
107,383
(98,375)
(11,711)
470,148
$
Balance, beginning of year
Additions to and transfers to/from investment properties:
Acquisitions
Land and building additions
Transfers between segments
Gains (losses) included in earnings:
Fair value changes in investment properties
Amortization and other
Change in straight-line rent
Balance, end of year
Recurring income
1,110,858
$
$
Development
Total
2022
146,100
$
1,256,958
$
153,568
38,549
76,223
32,078
(1,473)
10,358
68,893
(76,223)
(859)
(69)
$
468
1,410,271
$
40
148,240
$
163,926
107,442
—
31,219
(1,542)
508
2021
29,195
14,845
20,922
(28,642)
36,320
2021
248,506
7,376
64,815
(32,482)
288,215
2021
484,838
3,063
92,254
(95,702)
(14,845)
469,608
Total
2021
619,872
498,910
96,664
—
41,156
(207)
563
1,558,511
$
1,256,958
Included in the recurring income segment as at December 31, 2022 is a right-of-use asset for the 100 Steeles leasehold interest of $9,452 (December 31,
2021 - $9,811).
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company acquired four investment properties located in Toronto and Ottawa at a total purchase price of
$163,298, including transaction costs. The investment properties were funded through term debt facilities totaling $96,085 and the remainder was paid in
cash.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
During the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company acquired thirteen investment properties located in Toronto for a total purchase price of
$498,910, including transaction costs. The investment properties were funded through a combination of mortgages and term debt of $325,695, of which
$117,669 was assumed debt, and cash on hand. As at December 31, 2021, $3,750 of the mortgages payable is included in restricted cash, available for use
on certain capital expenditures on one of these investment properties.
Fair Value of Investment Properties
Fair values of investment properties are determined using valuations prepared by management using inputs that are Level 3 on the fair value hierarchy. To
supplement the assessment of fair value, management obtains valuations of selected investment properties on a rotational basis from qualified external
valuation professionals and verifies the results of such valuations with the external appraisers. As at December 31, 2022, 21 investment properties with a
fair value of $733,055 were externally fair valued at a value of $754,030 (December 31, 2021 - five investment properties with a total fair value of $386,249
were externally appraised at a value of $414,757).
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recorded a fair value gain of $31,219 (December 31, 2021 - $41,156) in the consolidated
statements of earnings. Fair values of investment properties were calculated using a discounted cash flow method or the direct capitalization method.
Included in the fair value gain was $29,133 (December 31, 2021 - $25,242) related to one asset valued based on highest and best use, which is considered
to be the asset's redevelopment potential due to its rezoning application submission. The asset was valued using the direct comparison approach, with
density and price per square foot as significant assumptions. The appraised value for this wholly owned property was higher than the fair value recorded in
the consolidated statements of financial position, as it was adjusted for the price per square foot based on certain management assumptions that differed
from the appraiser assumptions, such as zoning and timing. Generally, an increase in density and price per square foot would result in an increase in fair
values.
The discount rate is based on the weighted average cost of capital of the Company and is used to determine the net present value of cash flows. The
terminal capitalization rate is based on the location, size and quality of the investment property and takes into account any available market data at the
valuation date.
The following are the significant assumptions in the valuation of investment properties using the discounted cash flow method:
Terminal capitalization rate – capitalization rates used to estimate the resale value of the property at the end of the holding period
Discount rate – reflecting current market assessments of the uncertainty in the amount and timing of cash flows
•
•
• Market rents – year one rates in the discounted cash flow
Significant unobservable inputs were as follows for December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
Input
Discount rate
Recurring income
Development
Terminal capitalization rate
Market rents (in dollars per square foot)(1)
Discount rate
Terminal capitalization rate
Market rents (in dollars per square foot)(1)
Range
5.50%-7.75%
4.50%-7.25%
$16.00-$41.15
7.50%
6.75%-7.00%
$18.59-$26.23
2022
Weighted average
6.1%
5.4%
$27.35
7.5%
6.9%
$21.40
Range
4.75%-7.25%
3.50%-6.75%
$16.00-$42.24
5.50%-7.00%
4.50%-6.75%
$18.92-$41.15
2021
Weighted average
5.5%
4.6%
$26.67
6.0%
5.2%
$29.06
(1) Market rents represent year one rates in the discounted cash flow method. Market rents represent base rents only and do not include the impact of lease incentives.
Fair values of investment properties, which include commercial, retail and other properties held for the long term, are calculated using the direct
capitalization method or a discounted cash flow (“DCF”) model, plus a terminal value based on the estimated cash flow in the final year. The DCF model
incorporates, among other things, expected rental income from current leases, assumptions about rental income from future leases and implied vacancy
rates, general inflation and projections of required cash outflows with respect to such leases. The significant unobservable inputs for the fair value of the
Company’s investment properties are provided above.
Fair values of the Company's investment properties are most sensitive to changes in the discount and terminal capitalization rates. An increase in these
rates will result in a decrease in the fair value of an investment property and vice versa.
Input sensitivity
Impact of changes to weighted average discount rate
Impact of changes to weighted average terminal capitalization rate
$
Increase (decrease) in value
+25 bps
(11,744)
(15,795)
$
-25 bps
11,881
17,292
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The following are the significant assumptions in the valuation of investment properties using the direct capitalization method:
•
Capitalization rate – capitalization rates used to estimate the fair value of the investment properties
Significant unobservable inputs were as follows for December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:
Recurring income
Input
Capitalization rate
Range
3.00%-3.50%
Weighted average
3.3%
2022
Range
n/a
2021
Weighted average
n/a
Fair values of the Company's investment properties are most sensitive to changes in the capitalization rate. An increase in this rate will result in a decrease
in the fair value of an investment property and vice versa.
Input sensitivity
Impact of changes to weighted average capitalization rate
Increase (decrease) in value
+25 bps
(42,529)
$
-25 bps
49,556
$
Investment properties with a fair value of $1,275,670 as at December 31, 2022 (December 31, 2021 - $945,624) are pledged as security for mortgages and
term debt and the Dream Impact Trust operating line. Investment properties with a fair value of $270,826 as at December 31, 2022 (December 31, 2021 -
$299,242) are pledged as security for construction loans.
The Company's future minimum rental commitments, including joint operations, from non-cancellable tenant operating leases as at December 31, 2022
were as follows:
No longer than 1 year
Between 1 and 2 years
Between 2 and 3 years
Between 3 and 4 years
Between 4 and 5 years
Longer than 5 years
12. Recreational properties
The movement in recreational properties is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Acquisition
Additions
Depreciation
Other
Balance, end of year
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Balance, end of year
Operational recreational properties:
Arapahoe Basin ski hill (Colorado)
Broadview Hotel (Ontario)
Gladstone House (Ontario)
Willows Golf Course (Saskatchewan)
Recreational properties under development:
Postmark Hotel (Ontario)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
2022
65,077
$
—
17,725
(5,105)
2,603
80,300
127,080
(46,780)
80,300
2022
46,664
12,211
13,732
2,200
$
$
$
$
5,493
80,300
$
35,653
25,075
23,593
21,029
20,345
175,263
300,958
2021
60,560
2,286
6,566
(5,035)
700
65,077
106,752
(41,675)
65,077
2021
33,963
12,794
13,653
2,381
2,286
65,077
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
13. Equity accounted investments
The Company has entered into certain arrangements in the form of jointly controlled entities for various businesses. These arrangements include
restrictions on the ability to access assets without the consent of all partners and include distribution conditions outlined in partnership agreements. These
arrangements are accounted for under the equity method. The equity method of accounting is also applicable to investments in which the Company is
deemed to be able to exercise significant influence over the investee company. As at December 31, 2022, the carrying value of these arrangements was
$961,737 (December 31, 2021 - $859,025).
The following tables summarize the Company’s proportionate share of assets and liabilities in equity accounted investments (segregated between
development and recurring income investments) as at December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021.
Project level (100%)
Development investments
Brighton Marketplace
Canary District
Frank Gehry
Brightwater
Lakeshore East
West Don Lands
Other development investment
Total development investments
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT
Dream Residential REIT
Other recurring income investments
Total recurring income investments
Total
At Dream's share
Development investments
Brighton Marketplace
Canary District
Forma (Frank Gehry)
Brightwater(2)
Lakeshore East(2)
West Don Lands
Other development investments
Total development investments
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT(3)
Dream Residential REIT(3)
Other recurring income investments
Total recurring income investments
Total
Assets
Liabilities
Net assets
2022
$
89,322 $
(53,339) $
327,521
500,143
525,972
74,686
585,154
488,037
(165,411)
(297,024)
(377,179)
(35,150)
(451,250)
(257,962)
2,590,835 $
(1,637,315) $
35,983
162,110
203,119
148,793
39,536
133,904
230,075
953,520
3,331,390 $
(1,581,848) $
1,749,542
585,431
872,664
(196,997)
(398,823)
388,434
473,841
4,789,485 $
(2,177,668) $
2,611,817
7,380,320 $
(3,814,983) $
3,565,337
$
$
$
$
Ownership
interest
Assets
Liabilities
Net assets
Difference
between net
assets and
deemed cost of
investments(1)
50% $
44,661 $
(26,670) $
17,991 $
33%-50%
33%
31%
50%
33%
7%-78%
147,446
184,844
168,827
51,951
196,552
87,252
(78,020)
(106,653)
(117,626)
(17,576)
(151,528)
(64,137)
69,426
78,191
51,201
34,375
45,024
23,115
$
881,533 $
(562,210) $
319,323 $
36% $
12%
5%-50%
1,102,176 $
(523,946) $
578,230 $
69,081
114,899
(23,246)
(44,395)
45,835
70,504
$
$
1,286,156 $
(591,587) $
694,569 $
2,167,689 $
(1,153,797) $
1,013,892 $
(2,286) $
—
—
—
—
—
—
(2,286) $
(49,817) $
—
(52)
(49,869) $
(52,155) $
2022
Total
15,705
69,426
78,191
51,201
34,375
45,024
23,115
317,037
528,413
45,835
70,452
644,700
961,737
(1) The difference between net assets and the deemed cost of investments is due to the Company's proportionate share of the joint venture's net assets being either higher or lower than the
Company's cost of the investment at the end of the period.
(2) The Company's deemed cost of this investment includes fair value adjustments relating to the consolidation of Dream Impact Trust and, as a result, may not reflect the Company's proportionate
share of project-level assets.
(3) As at December 31, 2022, the fair value of the Company's unit holdings in Dream Office REIT and Dream Residential REIT were $276,000 and $21,492, respectively.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Project level (100%)
Development investments
Brighton Marketplace
Canary District
Frank Gehry
Brightwater
Lakeshore East
West Don Lands
Other development investment
Total development investments
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT
Other recurring income investments
Total recurring income investments
Total
At Dream's share
Development investments
Brighton Marketplace
Canary District
Forma (Frank Gehry)
Brightwater(2)
Lakeshore East(2)
West Don Lands
Other development investments
Total development investments
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT(3)
Other recurring income investments(4)
Total recurring income investments
Total
Assets
Liabilities
Net assets
2021
$
84,348 $
(52,442) $
344,417
418,283
414,602
75,437
451,163
270,033
(278,299)
(241,786)
(254,738)
(35,290)
(332,523)
(180,997)
2,058,283 $
(1,376,075) $
31,906
66,118
176,497
159,864
40,147
118,640
89,036
682,208
3,065,560 $
(1,389,456) $
1,676,104
899,740
(309,057)
590,683
3,965,300 $
(1,698,513) $
2,266,787
6,023,583 $
(3,074,588) $
2,948,995
$
$
$
$
Ownership
interest
Assets
Liabilities
Net assets
Difference between
net assets and
deemed cost of
investments(1)
50% $
42,174 $
(26,221) $
15,953 $
(2,286) $
33%-50%
33%
31%
50%
33%
7%-78%
164,335
147,811
130,711
51,899
150,527
117,987
(135,846)
(80,548)
(78,838)
(17,645)
(112,572)
(85,263)
28,489
67,263
51,873
34,254
37,955
32,724
—
—
—
—
—
—
2021
Total
13,667
28,489
67,263
51,873
34,254
37,955
32,724
$
805,444 $
(536,933) $
268,511 $
(2,286) $
266,225
33% $
1,015,387 $
(460,221) $
555,166 $
(35,000) $
5%-50%
111,984
(39,265)
72,719
$
$
1,127,371 $
(499,486) $
1,932,815 $
(1,036,419) $
627,885 $
896,396 $
(85)
(35,085) $
(37,371) $
520,166
72,634
592,800
859,025
(1) The difference between net assets and the deemed cost of investments is due to the Company's proportionate share of the joint venture's net assets being either higher or lower than the
Company's cost of the investment at the end of the period.
(2) The Company's deemed cost of this investment includes fair value adjustments relating to the consolidation of Dream Impact Trust and, as a result, may not reflect the Company's proportionate
share of project-level assets.
(3) As at December 31, 2021, the fair value of the Company's unit holdings in Dream Office REIT was $434,567.
(4) Other recurring income investment includes the Company's 5% interest in the U.S. Multi-Family Portfolio. In the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company partially disposed of its interest in the
U.S. Multi-Family Portfolio and acquired a 5% interest in a portfolio of apartments located in Arizona.
The following tables summarize the Company’s proportionate share of revenue, earnings (losses) and earnings (losses) before depreciation in equity
accounted investments for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021.
Project level (100%)
Development investments
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT
Dream Residential REIT
Other recurring income investments
Total recurring income investments
Total
$
$
$
Revenue
240,645 $
209,835
16,892
9,797
236,524 $
477,169 $
2022
Earnings before
depreciation
97,586
17,641
50,416
22,763
90,820
188,406
Earnings
96,194 $
16,996
49,908
19,247
86,151 $
182,345 $
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
At Dream's share
Development investments(1)
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT
Dream Residential REIT
Other recurring income investments
Total recurring income investments
Total
Ownership interest
7%-78% $
36%
12%
5%-50%
$
$
Revenue
121,274 $
67,887
1,993
4,820
74,700 $
195,974 $
2022
Earnings before
depreciation
43,635
5,707
5,949
2,453
14,109
57,744
Earnings
43,405 $
5,558
5,949
1,181
12,688 $
56,093 $
(1) Earnings in the year ended December 31, 2022 relate primarily to 181 condominium occupancies, at the Company's proportionate share, at Canary Commons and fair value gains in West Don Lands.
Project level (100%)
Development investments
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT
Other recurring income investments
Total recurring income investments
Total
At Dream's share
Development investments
Recurring income investments
Dream Office REIT
Other recurring income investments(1)
Total recurring income investments
Total
$
$
$
Ownership interest
7%-78% $
33%
5%-50%
$
$
Revenue
15,040 $
195,932
50,300
246,232 $
261,272 $
Revenue
8,098 $
63,389
11,937
75,326 $
83,424 $
2021
Earnings before
depreciation
15,921
192,661
58,080
250,741
266,662
2021
Earnings before
depreciation
7,962
62,331
21,509
83,840
91,802
Earnings
14,447 $
191,764
56,688
248,452 $
262,899 $
Earnings
7,809 $
62,101
20,811
82,912 $
90,721 $
(1) Earnings in the year ended December 31, 2021 relate primarily to a fair value adjustment on an investment property portfolio.
14. Capital and other operating assets
Capital and other operating assets consisted of the following:
Restricted cash
Goodwill
Prepaid expenses(1)
Capital assets
Right-of-use assets
Other
Total capital and other operating assets
Capital assets
Accumulated depreciation
$
$
$
$
2022
6,442
13,576
17,043
11,900
1,931
7,973
58,865
$
2022
25,880
$
(13,980)
2021
10,633
13,576
10,969
8,109
1,409
10,312
55,008
2021
20,157
(12,048)
Total capital assets
(1) Included in prepaid expenses as at December 31, 2022 is $4,839 of capitalized sales commissions relating to housing and condominium sales to be recognized in future periods (December 31, 2021
11,900
$
8,109
$
-$1,905).
Restricted cash represents cash advanced by the Company to secure letters of credit provided to various government agencies to support development
activity, certain customer deposits on land, housing and condominium sales required for specific statutory requirements before closing, and cash held as
security.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Right-of-Use Assets
The movement in right-of-use assets relating to property and equipment is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Additions
Depreciation
Balance, end of year
$
$
2022
1,409
1,010
(488)
$
1,931
$
2021
2,042
—
(633)
1,409
Refer to Note 11 for right-of-use assets relating to investment properties.
Goodwill
Goodwill arising from business combinations is allocated at the lowest level within the Company at which it is monitored by management to make business
decisions and, therefore, has been allocated to the Zibi CGU within the Development segment.
The recoverable amount of the Zibi CGU has been estimated using fair value less costs of disposal. The CGU's inventory was fair valued using a third-party
appraisal, whereby the direct comparison approach was used to compare Zibi with similar sites classified as vacant for development that have been
recently sold or offered for sale. The fair value measurement is categorized in Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy.
The Company performed its annual impairment test as at October 1, 2022 and did not identify an impairment for the Zibi CGU.
15. Accounts payable and other liabilities
The details of accounts payable and other liabilities are as follows:
Accrued liabilities(1)
Customer deposits
Trade payables(2)
Lease obligation
Deferred revenue
$
$
2022
101,993
$
46,330
98,037
11,836
9,676
267,872
$
2021
111,564
45,201
42,037
11,602
9,222
219,626
(1) Included in accrued liabilities is a $10,947 promissory note as consideration for the purchase of residual non-controlling interest which is non-interest bearing and matures in June 2023
(December 31, 2021 - $10,522).
(2) Included in trade payables were bank overdraft balances of $3,062 as at December 31, 2022 (December 31, 2021 - $1,534).
Lease Obligation
Maturity analysis - contractual undiscounted cash flows
Less than one year
One to two years
Two to three years
Three to four years
Four to five years
More than five years
Total undiscounted lease obligation as at end of year
Discounted using the lessee's incremental borrowing rate as at end of year
Total discounted lease obligation as at end of year
Current portion of lease obligation
Non-current portion of lease obligation
Total lease obligation
2022
1,481
1,245
1,456
1,355
976
9,532
16,045
(4,209)
11,836
1,404
10,432
11,836
$
$
$
$
2021
1,360
1,329
1,424
1,401
1,028
9,611
16,153
(4,551)
11,602
1,097
10,505
11,602
$
$
$
$
There are no future cash outflows to which the Company is potentially exposed that are not reflected in the measurement of lease obligations.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
16. Provision for real estate development costs
The movement in the provision for real estate development costs is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Additional provisions
Utilized during the year
Balance, end of year
$
$
2022
52,198
49,468
(27,504)
$
74,162
$
2021
31,040
37,036
(15,878)
52,198
The provision for real estate development costs includes accrued costs based on the estimated costs to complete land, housing and condominium
development projects for which revenue has been recognized. These amounts have not been discounted, as the majority are expected to be substantially
utilized within one year.
17. Debt
Project-Specific Debt
Balance, January 1, 2022
Borrowings
Repayments
Interest and other
Balance, December 31, 2022
Balance, January 1, 2021
Borrowings
Repayments
Interest and other
Balance, December 31, 2021
Corporate Debt Facilities
Balance, January 1, 2022
Borrowings
Repayments
Interest and other
Balance, December 31, 2022
Balance, January 1, 2021
Borrowings
Interest and other
Balance, December 31, 2021
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Construction Loans
Operating line-
Western Canada
Mortgages and
term debt
Operating line -
Dream Impact Fund
315,629 $
126,200
(113,527)
(163)
328,139 $
75,779 $
227,500
(230,000)
517
73,796 $
639,636 $
371,057
(142,436)
1,148
869,405 $
19,263 $
4,900
(14,695)
(68)
9,400 $
Construction Loans
Operating line-
Western Canada
Mortgages and
term debt
Operating line -
Dream Impact Fund
221,952 $
177,490
(83,955)
142
315,629 $
— $
77,000
—
(1,221)
75,779 $
331,472 $
337,828
(28,255)
(1,409)
639,636 $
— $
19,195
—
68
19,263 $
1,050,307
Total
1,050,307
729,657
(500,658)
1,434
1,280,740
Total
553,424
611,513
(112,210)
(2,420)
Non-revolving
term facility
Operating Line -
Dream Impact Trust
Convertible debenture
(host instrument) -
Dream Impact Trust
Convertible debenture
(conversion feature) -
Dream Impact Trust
214,148 $
10,000
—
(1,020)
223,128 $
— $
56,200
(14,500)
(279)
41,421 $
28,883 $
39,495
—
(1,545)
66,833 $
357 $
505
—
(413)
449 $
Non-revolving
term facility
Operating Line -
Dream Impact Trust
Convertible debenture
(host instrument) -
Dream Impact Trust
Convertible debenture
(conversion feature) -
Dream Impact Trust
202,452 $
12,000
(304)
214,148 $
— $
—
—
— $
— $
29,119
(236)
28,883 $
— $
881
(524)
357 $
Total
243,388
106,200
(14,500)
(3,257)
331,831
Total
202,452
42,000
(1,064)
243,388
Further details on the weighted average interest rates and maturities are included in Note 30. In the year ended December 31, 2022, there were no events
of default on any of the Company's obligations under its debt facilities.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Construction Loans and Mortgages and Term Debt
Construction loans relate to housing and commercial projects under development, project-specific financing and land servicing and may be due on demand
with recourse provisions and/or hold security against the underlying property. Mortgages and term debt are property-specific and may hold security
against the underlying property with or without recourse provisions.
Operating Line - Western Canada
The Company's revolving term credit facility (the "operating line") is primarily used to finance land servicing activity in Saskatchewan and Alberta. The
operating line is available up to a formula-based maximum not to exceed $320,000, with a syndicate of Canadian financial institutions. The operating line
bears interest, at the Company's option, at a rate per annum equal to either the bank's prime lending rate plus 1.25% or at the bank's then prevailing
bankers' acceptance rate plus 2.50%. The operating line is secured by a general security agreement and a first charge against various real estate assets in
Western Canada. In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company completed amendments to the operating line including the extension of the
maturity date to November 30, 2025.
As at December 31, 2022, funds available under this facility were $320,000, as determined by the formula-based maximum calculation, with $54,864 of
letters of credit issued against the facility (December 31, 2021 - $290,000, with $49,502 of letters of credit issued against the facility).
Operating Line - Dream Impact Fund
Dream Impact Fund has a $50,000 capital call facility with a Canadian financial institution secured by limited partners' unfunded capital commitment.
Dream Impact Fund has the option to increase the capital call facility by an additional $50,000 by securing more capital commitments from the limited
partners. As at December 31, 2022, $9,400 was drawn on the facility, with $7,312 of letters of credit issued against the facility (December 31, 2021 -
$19,263 with $3,624 of letters of credit issued against the facility). Interest is charged on the facility based on the rate of CDOR plus stamping fees of 1.75%
per annum.
Non-Revolving Term Facility
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company executed on an amendment to its non-revolving term facility with a syndicate of Canadian financial
institutions, extending the maturity date to May 31, 2024, increasing it from $215,000 to $225,000 and revising certain covenants of DAM. The non-
revolving term facility bears interest, at the Company's option, at a rate per annum equal to either the bank's prime lending rate plus 1.50% or at the
bank's then prevailing bankers' acceptance rate plus 2.75%. The facility is secured by a general security agreement and a first charge against various real
estate assets and other financial assets of the Company.
Operating Line - Dream Impact Trust
Dream Impact Trust has a demand revolving term credit facility available, up to a formula-based maximum not to exceed $50,000, with a Canadian
financial institution. The facility bears interest at the banker's acceptance rate plus 2.25%, or at the bank's prime rate plus 1.25%, payable monthly, and is
secured by a general security agreement over certain of Dream Impact Trust's income properties. The facility matures on April 30, 2023. As at
December 31, 2022, $41,700 was drawn on the facility (December 31, 2021 - $nil) and funds available under this facility were $8,000 (December 31, 2021 –
$50,000), with $300 of letters of credit issued against the facility (December 31, 2021 – $nil).
Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Dream Impact Trust closed on the refinancing of 49 Ontario for gross proceeds of $80,000. Proceeds were
immediately used to repay 49 Ontario's existing mortgage and the Dream Impact Trust's operating line. In addition, Dream Impact Trust amended its
operating line, reducing the borrowing base capacity from $50,000 to $25,000 and extending the maturity date to April 30, 2025.
Convertible Debentures - Dream Impact Trust
During the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company closed on a public offering of $40,000 aggregate principal amount of impact convertible
unsecured subordinated debentures ("2022 Debentures"), excluding transaction costs of $2,048. The 2022 Debentures bear a coupon interest rate of
5.75% per annum and an effective interest rate of 6.0% per annum, payable semi-annually on June 30 and December 31 of each year, commencing on
December 31, 2022 and maturing on December 31, 2027. The 2022 Debentures are convertible at the holder's option into units of the Trust at a
conversion price of $8.00 per unit, representing a conversion rate of 125.0000 units of $1 principal amount, convertible at the holder's option at any time
before the maturity date.
The fair value of the host instrument at inception were calculated using an estimated interest rate for an unsecured debenture with a similar term to
maturity and without a conversion feature. The conversion features are recognized as a financial liability and are fair valued for each reporting period.
Margin Facility
The Company's margin facility is due on demand and bears interest, at the Company's option, at a rate per annum equal to either the bank's prime lending
rate plus 1.25% or the bank's then prevailing bankers' acceptance rate plus 2.50%. The facility is secured by a first charge against certain marketable
securities. As at December 31, 2022, funds available under this facility were $87,570, as determined by the formula-based maximum calculation. No
amounts were drawn in the year ended December 31, 2022 (December 31, 2021 - $nil).
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Interest Rate Swaps
The Company is exposed to interest rate risk primarily through its variable rate debt obligations. Variable rate debt represented 54% (December 31, 2021 -
64%) of the Company's total debt obligation as at December 31, 2022. In order to manage the interest rate risk on certain variable rate debt, the Company
has entered into interest rate swaps as detailed below.
Maturity date(s)
May 31, 2024
October 31, 2025
Debt facility
Non-revolving term facility
$
Non-revolving term facility
July 16, 2027 and July 27, 2027
March 18, 2029
Mortgage
Mortgage
Notional amount
hedged
Average fixed
interest rate
Financial instrument
classification
Fair value of hedging
instrument
100,000
100,000
65,130
75,500
3.93%
6.78%
5.15%
3.43%
Cash flow hedge $
Cash flow hedge
Cash flow hedge
Cash flow hedge
4,771
83
423
5,099
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company entered into an interest rate swap to effectively exchange the variable interest on a $75,500 mortgage
for a fixed rate of 3.43% per annum through the use of forward-purchase contracts that commenced on March 18, 2022 and mature on March 18, 2029.
The Company applied hedge accounting to this relationship, whereby the change in fair value of the effective portion of the hedging derivatives was
recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income. Settlement of both the fixed and variable portions of the interest rate swap occur on a monthly
basis. The full amount of the hedge was determined to be effective as at December 31, 2022 as all critical terms matched during the year.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company entered into an interest rate swap to effectively exchange the variable interest rate on $100,000 of
the non-revolving term facility for a fixed rate of 6.78% per annum through the use of forward-purchase contracts that commenced on November 30, 2022
and mature on October 31, 2025. The Company applied hedge accounting to this relationship, whereby the change in fair value of the effective portion of
the hedging derivatives was recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income. Settlement of both the fixed and variable portions of the interest
rate swap occurred on a monthly basis. The full amount was determined to be effective as at December 31, 2022 as all critical terms matched during the
year.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company entered into two interest rate swaps to effectively exchange the variable interest on a $65,130
mortgage in two tranches for an average fixed rate of 5.15% per annum through the use of forward-purchase contracts that commenced on July 27, 2022
and November 16, 2022, respectively, and mature on July 16, 2027 and July 27, 2027, respectively. The Company applied hedge accounting to this
relationship, whereby the change in fair value of the effective portion of the hedging derivatives was recognized in accumulated other comprehensive
income. Settlement of both the fixed and variable portions of the interest rate swap occur on a monthly basis. The full amount of the hedge was
determined to be effective as at December 31, 2022 as all critical terms matched during the year.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company extinguished an interest rate swap on a term debt before its maturity date of January 14, 2023 when
it repaid the related debt.
18. Dream Impact Trust units
The Company accounts for the 70% interest in Dream Impact Trust held by other unitholders as a financial liability measured at FVTPL (December 31, 2021
- 72%). As at December 31, 2022, the trust units had a fair value of $188,385 based on the trading price on the TSX. The movement in Dream Impact Trust
units is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Units issued to other unitholders through distribution
reinvestment plan
Units repurchased and cancelled by Dream Impact Trust
Deferred units exchanged for Dream Impact Trust units
Fair value adjustment
Balance, end of year
Units
46,844,290
$
11,715
(193,100)
82,642
—
46,745,547
$
2022
Total
288,092
50
(1,161)
507
(99,103)
188,385
Units
47,981,722
$
—
(1,219,436)
82,004
—
2021
Total
289,330
—
(7,843)
539
6,066
46,844,290
$
288,092
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recognized a gain related to Dream Impact Trust units of $80,411 in the consolidated statements of
earnings, comprising a fair value gain of $99,103 due to a decrease in Dream Impact Trust's trading price offset by cash distributions to other unitholders of
$18,692 (year ended December 31, 2021 - loss of $25,019 comprising of a fair value loss of $6,066 due to an increase in Dream Impact Trust unit trading
prices and cash distributions to other unitholders of $18,953).
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
19. Dream Impact Fund units
The Company accounts for the 59% interest in Dream Impact Fund held by other unitholders as a financial liability and is remeasured to fair value each
period based on the Dream Impact Fund unit's closing net asset value (December 31, 2021 - 60%). The movement in Dream Impact Fund units is as follows:
2021
2022
Balance, beginning of year
Units issued to other unitholders
Fair value adjustment
Balance, end of year
Units
4,746,403
$
1,467,538
—
6,213,941
$
Total
49,430
15,965
4,524
69,919
Units
—
$
4,746,403
—
4,746,403
$
Total
—
47,393
2,037
49,430
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recognized a loss related to Dream Impact Fund units of $4,524 (year ended December 31, 2021 -
$2,037) in the consolidated statements of earnings due to an increase in net asset value attributable to Dream Impact Fund's non-controlling interest.
20. Income taxes
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recognized an income tax expense of $32,846 (year ended December 31, 2021 – income tax expense
of $15,214), the major components of which include the following items:
Current income taxes:
Current income taxes with respect to profits during the year
Current tax adjustments with respect to prior year
Other items affecting current income tax expense
Current income tax expense
Deferred income taxes (recoveries):
Origination and reversal of temporary differences
Recovery arising from previously unrecognized temporary difference
Impact of changes in income tax rates
Deferred income tax expense (recovery)
Income tax expense
2022
$
4,050
$
(1,001)
3,640
6,689
26,935
(1,029)
251
26,157
32,846
$
$
2021
15,024
(1,080)
2,815
16,759
(370)
(603)
(572)
(1,545)
15,214
Due to non-coterminous tax years of the Company’s partnership and trust interests, income of approximately $97,940 for the year ended December 31,
2022 (year ended December 31, 2021 – $4,304) relating to such partnership and trust interests will be included in computing the Company’s taxable
income for its 2023 and 2022 taxation years.
The income tax expense amount on pre-tax earnings differs from the income tax expense amount that would arise using the combined Canadian federal
and provincial statutory tax rate of 26.1% (December 31, 2021 - 26.1%) as presented in the table below. Cash paid for income taxes for the year ended
December 31, 2022 was $8,819 (year ended December 31, 2021 – $14,778).
Earnings before tax at statutory rate of 26.1% (2021 - 26.1%)
Effect on taxes of:
Non-deductible expenses
Adjustment in expected future tax rates
Non-recognition of the benefit of current year's tax losses
Tax adjustments in respect of prior years
Non-taxable portion of capital gains
Other items
Income tax expense
$
2022
51,493
$
1,874
251
14,615
(1,961)
(36,501)
3,075
$
32,846
$
2021
32,853
604
(572)
—
(1,683)
(18,728)
2,740
15,214
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The movement in the deferred income taxes in the year ended December 31, 2022 and the year ended December 31, 2021, and the net components of the
Company’s net deferred income tax liabilities, are presented in the following table:
Asset (Liability)
Balance, January 1, 2021
(Charged) credited to:
Loss (earnings) for the year
Other comprehensive income
Accounts
receivable
Real estate and
assets held
for sale
Non-coterminous
tax year
Financial
instruments/
equity accounted
investments
Loss carry-
forwards
Total
$
(10,604)
$
(48,043)
$
(7,554)
$
(49,045)
$
10,657
$
(104,589)
(1,302)
—
(11,621)
(23)
6,430
—
1,897
(632)
6,141
—
1,545
(655)
Balance, December 31, 2021
$
(11,906)
$
(59,687)
$
(1,124)
$
(47,780)
$
16,798
$
(103,699)
(Charged) credited to:
Loss (earnings) for the year
Other comprehensive income
(1,978)
—
(7,322)
68
(24,449)
—
(3,048)
(2,742)
10,640
—
(26,157)
(2,674)
Balance, December 31, 2022
$
(13,884)
$
(66,941)
$
(25,573)
$
(53,570)
$
27,438
$
(132,530)
As at December 31, 2022, the Company had tax losses of $13,440 (December 31, 2021 – $14,396) that expire between 2025 and 2041. Deferred income
tax assets have not been recognized in respect of these losses, as it is not probable that the Company will be able to utilize all of the losses against taxable
profits in the future.
21. Share capital
The Company is authorized to issue an unlimited number of Subordinate Voting Shares and an unlimited number of Class B Shares. Holders of Subordinate
Voting Shares and Class B Shares are entitled to one vote and 100 votes, respectively, for each share held. The Class B Shares are convertible into
Subordinate Voting Shares on a one-for-one basis at any time. Holders of Subordinate Voting Shares and Class B Shares are entitled to receive and
participate equally as to dividends, share for share, as and when declared by the directors of the Company. In the event of a liquidation, dissolution or
winding up of the Company, holders of Subordinate Voting Shares and Class B Shares will be entitled to the remaining property and assets of the Company.
Issued and outstanding
Subordinate Voting Shares
Class B Shares
Number of shares
41,030,346
1,557,356
42,587,702
$
$
The following table summarizes the changes in the Subordinate Voting Shares issued:
Issued and outstanding, beginning of year
Stock options and performance share units exercised, net of
withholding taxes
Subordinate Voting Shares issued under the Restricted Share
& Restricted Share Unit Plan
Subordinate Voting Shares repurchased
Issued and outstanding, end of year
Number of shares
41,278,675
$
10,599
117,618
(376,546)
41,030,346
$
The following table summarizes the changes in the Class B Shares issued:
2022
Amount
929,294
38,782
968,076
2022
Amount
934,135
Number of shares
41,278,675
1,557,356
42,836,031
$
$
Number of shares
43,454,572
$
152
140,547
3,528
(8,521)
929,294
111,111
(2,427,555)
41,278,675
$
Issued and outstanding, beginning of year
Class B Shares converted into Subordinate Voting Shares
Issued and outstanding, end of year
Number of shares
1,557,356
—
1,557,356
$
$
2022
Amount
38,782
—
38,782
Number of shares
1,557,356
—
1,557,356
$
$
2021
Amount
934,135
38,782
972,917
2021
Amount
985,493
2,327
1,368
(55,053)
934,135
2021
Amount
38,782
—
38,782
Share Repurchases
The Company renewed its normal course issuer bid ("NCIB"), which commenced on September 21, 2022, under which the Company has the ability to
purchase for cancellation up to a maximum number of 2,231,143 Subordinate Voting Shares through the facilities of the TSX at prevailing market prices
and in accordance with the rules and policies of the TSX. The actual number of Subordinate Voting Shares that may be purchased, and the timing of any
such purchases as determined by the Company, are subject to a maximum daily purchase limitation of 11,462 shares, except where purchases are made in
accordance with block purchase exemptions under applicable TSX rules.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
In connection with the renewal of the NCIB, the Company has established an automatic securities purchase plan (the “Plan”) with its designated broker to
facilitate the purchase of Subordinate Voting Shares under the NCIB at times when the Company would ordinarily not be permitted to purchase its
Subordinate Voting Shares due to regulatory restrictions or self-imposed blackout periods. Purchases will be made by the Company's broker based on the
parameters prescribed by the TSX and the terms of the parties’ written agreement. Outside of such restricted or blackout periods, the Subordinate Voting
Shares may also be purchased in accordance with management’s discretion. The Plan was pre-cleared by the TSX and will terminate on September 20,
2023.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, 376,546 Subordinate Voting Shares were purchased for cancellation at a price above the carrying value per
Subordinate Voting Share by the Company under its NCIB at an average price of $39.53 (year ended December 31, 2021 – 2,427,555 Subordinate Voting
Shares at an average price of $25.29). The purchase price in excess of the carrying amount of $6,364 is recorded in retained earnings for the year ended
December 31, 2022 (year ended December 31, 2021 - $6,329).
Dividends
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company declared dividends of $38,328 on its Subordinate Voting Shares and Class B Shares (year ended
December 31, 2021 - $13,475).
Subsequent to the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company’s Board of Directors approved an increase to the annual dividend per Subordinate Voting
Share and Class B Share from $0.40 per share to $0.50 per share, effective with the dividend payable to shareholders on March 31, 2023.
22. Accumulated other comprehensive income
The movement in AOCI is as follows:
Balance, January 1, 2021
Other comprehensive income (loss) during the year
Balance, December 31, 2021
Other comprehensive income during the year
Balance, December 31, 2022
$
$
23. Non-controlling interest
Interest rate hedges
Foreign currency
translation
Equity accounted
investments
(1,977)
$
8,784
$
2,145
$
2,693
716
8,260
8,976
946
9,730
2,522
$
12,252
$
(852)
1,293
3,954
5,247
$
Total
8,952
2,787
11,739
14,736
26,475
In the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company acquired the residual non-controlling interest in Zibi, held by a third-party developer settled with a
cash payment and a promissory note which is non-interest bearing and matures in June 2023. The difference between the purchase consideration and
non-controlling interest was recorded directly to retained earnings as this was an equity transaction.
The movement in non-controlling interest is as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Earnings for the year
Change in interest in subsidiary
Balance, end of year
24. Revenue
Revenue consisted of the following:
Revenue from contracts with customers
Revenue from other sources - lending portfolio
Revenue from other sources - rental income
Total revenue
$
$
$
$
2022
—
—
—
—
$
$
2022
282,937
$
1,309
59,522
343,768
$
2021
14,966
631
(15,597)
—
2021
291,972
1,748
32,202
325,922
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Revenue from Contracts with Customers
The following table disaggregates revenue by major revenue stream and timing of revenue recognition:
Revenue
Less: Intercompany revenue
Revenue from external customers
Timing of revenue recognition
At a point in time
Over time
Revenue
Less: Intercompany revenue
Revenue from external customers
Timing of revenue recognition
At a point in time
Over time
Land
143,783 $
—
143,783 $
Housing and
condominium
Investment
properties
Recreational
properties
Asset
management
36,786 $
(7,612)
29,174 $
12,057 $
57,154 $
—
—
12,057 $
57,154 $
47,712 $
(6,943)
40,769 $
143,783 $
29,174 $
—
—
143,783 $
29,174 $
— $
12,057
12,057 $
47,135 $
10,019
57,154 $
6,999 $
33,770
40,769 $
Land
134,408 $
—
134,408 $
Housing and
condominium
Investment
properties
Recreational
properties
Asset
management
83,659 $
(12,112)
71,547 $
12,401 $
40,236 $
—
—
12,401 $
40,236 $
43,121 $
(9,741)
33,380 $
2022
Total
297,492
(14,555)
282,937
227,091
55,846
282,937
2021
Total
313,825
(21,853)
291,972
134,408 $
71,547 $
—
—
134,408 $
71,547 $
— $
12,401
12,401 $
28,039 $
12,197
40,236 $
12,315 $
21,065
33,380 $
246,309
45,663
291,972
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Unsatisfied Contracts
The following table summarizes unsatisfied performance obligations resulting from the sale of condominium units, excluding equity accounted
investments. The timing of revenue recognition upon occupancy is subject to uncertainty due to a number of variables throughout the construction
process. Any revenue attributable to unsatisfied performance obligations subject to a variable constraint has been excluded from the table below.
Aggregate amount of the transaction price allocated to contracts that are partially or fully
unsatisfied as at December 31, 2022
$
67,381 $
36,847 $
Contract value at
Dream's share
2023
2024
30,534
Performance obligation expected to be fully satisfied by
Revenue Recognized in Relation to Contract Liabilities
The following table summarizes revenue recognized in the current reporting year relating to the prior year's deferred revenue. There was no revenue
recognized in the current reporting year that relates to performance obligations satisfied in a prior year.
Revenue recognized that was included in deferred revenue at the beginning of the year
$
2022
9,222 $
2021
7,688
25. Direct operating costs
Direct operating costs consisted of the following:
Direct costs of real estate inventory
Direct costs of operating investment and recreational properties
Direct costs of development and asset management
$
$
2022
123,997
$
76,748
29,416
230,161
$
2021
156,830
51,589
26,363
234,782
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company has qualified for certain government grants and has recognized a reduction in direct costs of operating
investment and recreational properties of $936 (December 31, 2021 - $3,418).
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
26. Selling, marketing, depreciation and other operating costs
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other operating costs consisted of the following:
Salary and other compensation
General office and other
Selling and marketing costs
27. General and administrative expenses
General and administrative expenses consisted of the following:
Salary and other compensation
Corporate, service and professional fees
General office and other(1)
$
$
$
$
2022
16,029
13,495
4,948
$
34,472
$
2022
11,074
$
8,250
14,239
33,563
$
2021
13,865
11,151
5,558
30,574
2021
8,063
5,652
1,713
15,428
(1) Included in general office and other for the year ended December 31, 2022 is $12,431 related to the settlement of certain outstanding legal claims and one-time compliance costs (year ended
December 31, 2021 - $nil).
For the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company has qualified for certain government grants and has recognized a reduction in salary and other
compensation costs of $598 (December 31, 2021 - $2,655).
28. Net gain on land settlement
In the year ended December 31, 2018, a stabilized recurring income property was expropriated from the Company pursuant to the Expropriations Act
(Ontario). In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company agreed to a final settlement for an additional $88,500 in compensation, which was recorded
in the consolidated statement of earnings net of transaction costs of $2,080.
29. Interest expense
Interest expense consisted of the following:
Interest on project-specific debt
Interest on corporate debt facilities
Amortization of deferred financing costs and accretion of effective interest
Project-specific interest capitalized to real estate development projects
Total
$
$
2022
48,592 $
11,336
2,312
(10,437)
51,803 $
2021
25,208
9,418
1,958
(9,909)
26,675
Interest expense was capitalized to real estate development projects for the year ended December 31, 2022 at a weighted average effective borrowing
rate of 6.91% (year ended December 31, 2021 - 3.29%).
30. Financial instruments fair value and risk management
Fair Value of Financial Instruments
The following table categorizes financial assets or liabilities measured or disclosed at fair value by level according to the significance of inputs used in
making measurements. Quoted market prices represent a Level 1 valuation. When quoted market prices are not available, the Company maximizes the use
of observable inputs. When all significant inputs are observable, the valuation is classified as Level 2. Valuations that require the significant use of
unobservable inputs are considered Level 3.
The Company recognizes transfers into and transfers out of fair value hierarchy levels as at the date of the event or change in circumstances that caused
the transfer. There were no transfers between hierarchy levels during the year.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Recurring measurement
Financial assets
Participating mortgages
Interest rate swaps
Investment holdings
Lending portfolio
Financial liabilities
Dream Impact Trust units
Dream Impact Fund units
Convertible debentures (conversion features) - Dream Impact Trust
Fair values disclosed
Investment holdings
Lending portfolio
Operating line - Dream Impact Fund
Construction loans
Mortgages and term debt
Operating line - Western Canada
Operating line - Dream Impact Trust
Non-revolving term facility
Convertible debentures (host instruments) - Dream Impact Trust
Fair value
hierarchy
Carrying value
Fair value
Carrying value
Fair value
2022
2021
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
Level 1
Level 3
Level 3
Level 2
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
Level 3
$
5,193
$
5,193
$
6,436
$
10,376
6,810
5,066
188,385
69,919
449
34,140
10,008
9,400
328,139
869,405
73,796
41,421
223,128
66,833
10,376
6,810
5,066
188,385
69,919
449
32,055
7,999
9,400
324,629
817,323
74,500
41,700
225,000
67,695
754
58,059
4,626
288,092
49,430
357
37,239
8,108
19,263
315,629
639,636
75,779
—
214,148
28,883
6,436
754
58,059
4,626
288,092
49,430
357
37,274
8,108
19,195
301,832
634,437
77,000
—
215,000
24,758
The fair values of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, loans receivable, deposits, restricted cash and certain financial instruments included in
accounts payable and other liabilities, with the exception of lease obligations, are carried at amortized cost, which approximates their fair values due to
their short-term nature.
The fair value of the Dream Impact Trust units is based on the listed market price on the TSX as at December 31, 2022 of $4.03 per share for the
46,745,547 outstanding trust units not held by the Company.
Level 3 Fair Value Measurements
The Company used the following techniques to determine the fair value measurements categorized in Level 3:
Participating Mortgages
The fair values of participating mortgages are determined taking into consideration the direct comparison approach. The direct comparison approach
considers recent activity for similar properties in similar markets adjusted for various factors, including location and operational performance.
Interest Rate Swaps
The fair value measurements of the interest rate swaps were valued by qualified external valuators based on the present value of the estimated future
cash flow determined using observable yield curves.
Dream Impact Fund Units
The fair value of the Dream Impact Fund units liability is remeasured to fair value each period based on the Dream Impact Fund unit's closing net asset
value.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Lending Portfolio
There are no quoted prices in an active market for the lending portfolio investments. The Company determines fair value based on its assessment of the
current lending market for lending portfolio investments of the same or similar terms in consultation with CMSC, if applicable, the manager and servicer of
the lending portfolio, and other available information. The fair value of the lending portfolio as at December 31, 2022 was determined by discounting the
expected cash flows of each loan using an assessment of the market interest rate ranging from 5.0% to 17.5% (December 31, 2021 - 5.0% to 17.5%). The
market interest rates were determined taking into consideration similar instruments with corresponding maturity dates, plus a credit adjustment in
accordance with the borrower's creditworthiness as well as considering the risk characteristic of the underlying development. For certain loans, the fair
value was determined based on the net realizable value of the underlying real estate property and related transaction costs based on internal valuations
that used the most appropriate valuation methodology determined for each underlying development on a highest and best use basis consistent with the
income properties valuation methodology.
Investment Holdings
The fair values of investment holdings is determined using primarily the discounted cash flow method. The discounted cash flow method is calculated
based on future interest and participating profit payments as determined by the Company and project managers’ estimates of unit sales proceeds and/or
net operating income of the development properties. In determining the discount rate and cap rate, the Company considered market conditions, time to
completion of the development, the market cap rate, the percentage of space leased on units sold and other available information.
The fair value of a hospitality asset within investment holdings was determined taking into consideration the direct comparison approach, and also by
incorporating performance indicators specific to the hospitality sector as it relates to the Company's investment holdings. The direct comparison approach
considers recent activity for similar properties in similar markets adjusted for various factors, including location and operational performance.
Non-Revolving Term Facility
The fair value measurement of the non-revolving term facility approximates the carrying value excluding unamortized financing costs given its variable
rate.
Project-Specific Debt, Convertible Debentures and Lease Obligation
The fair value of the operating line - Western Canada, construction loans, mortgages and term debt and convertible debentures (host instruments) has
been calculated by discounting the expected cash flows of each loan using a discount rate specific to each individual loan or obligation. The discount rate is
determined using the bond yield for similar instruments of similar maturity adjusted for each individual project’s specific credit risk. In determining the
adjustment for credit risk, the Company considers current market conditions and other indicators of the Company’s creditworthiness.
Convertible Debentures (Conversion Features) - Dream Impact Trust
The significant unobservable inputs used in the fair value measurement of the conversion features on the convertible debentures is the volatility. The
Company calculated the expected volatility of the conversion features using historical pricing of Dream Impact Trust and other similar companies in the
industry. The volatility used as at December 31, 2022 was 28.0% (December 31, 2021 - 16.9%). If the volatility used in the fair value calculation were to
increase by 5%, the value of the conversion features would increase by $471. If the volatility were to decrease by 5%, the value of the conversion features
would decrease by $298.
Valuation Process
The Company’s finance department is responsible for performing the valuation of fair value measurements or reviewing the fair value measurements
provided by third-party appraisers. On a quarterly basis, management will review the valuation policies, procedures and analysis of changes in fair value
measurements. Refer to Note 7 and Note 19 for continuities of the Company's lending portfolio balance and Dream Impact Fund units, respectively.
Balance, December 31, 2021
Issued or acquired during the year:
Contributions/borrowings
Dispositions/extinguishment
Total gains or losses for the year included in net earnings:
Change in fair value
Included in other comprehensive income:
Change in fair value
Balance, December 31, 2022
Investment holdings
Convertible
debentures
(conversion features)
Interest rate swaps
$
95,298
$
(357)
$
754
$
Participating
mortgages
6,436
3,554
(3,099)
(54,803)
—
(505)
—
413
—
$
40,950
$
(449)
$
—
—
—
9,622
10,376
$
—
(1,243)
—
—
5,193
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Balance, December 31, 2020
Issued or acquired during the year:
Contributions/borrowings
Dispositions/extinguishment
Issuance
Total gains or losses for the year included in net earnings:
Change in fair value
Included in other comprehensive income:
Change in fair value
Balance, December 31, 2021
Investment holdings
Convertible
debentures
(conversion features)
Interest rate swaps
$
83,065
$
—
$
(2,736)
$
Participating
mortgages
22,084
14,760
(2,741)
214
—
—
—
(881)
524
—
$
95,298
$
(357)
$
—
—
38
3,452
754
$
(9,390)
—
(6,258)
—
6,436
Risk Management
The Company is exposed to financial risks due to the nature of its business and the financial assets and liabilities that it holds. The Company’s overall risk
management strategy seeks to minimize potential adverse effects on the Company’s financial performance.
Market Risk
Market risk is the risk a material loss may arise from fluctuations in the fair value of a financial instrument. For purposes of this disclosure, the Company
segregates market risk into two categories: fair value risk and interest rate risk.
Fair Value Risk
Fair value risk is the risk of a potential loss from adverse movements in the values of assets and liabilities, excluding movements relating to changes in
interest rates and foreign exchange currency rates, because of changes in market prices.
The Company’s liability associated with the Dream Impact Trust units are fair valued in reference to Dream Impact Trust's unit trading price as listed on the
TSX. A 10% absolute change in the market price would increase (decrease) the carrying amount of the Dream Impact Trust liability by $18,839 before
associated taxes with a corresponding decrease (increase) in earnings before income taxes.
The Company’s liability associated with Dream Impact Fund units are fair valued in reference to Dream Impact Fund's net asset value. A 10% absolute
change in net asset value would increase (decrease) the carrying amount of the Dream Impact Fund liability by $6,992 before associated taxes with a
corresponding decrease (increase) in earnings before income taxes.
Credit Risk
Credit risk is the risk one party to a financial instrument will cause a financial loss to the other party by failing to discharge an obligation. Credit risk arises
from the possibility that builders or other third-party purchasers of the Company’s real estate inventory, or other entities to which the Company may have
advanced funds, may not fulfill their contractual obligations to repay amounts due to the Company. The Company mitigates its credit risk by requiring
graduated deposits from buyers and withholding real estate titles until final payments are received. The Company also mitigates credit risk by dealing only
with builders and other third-party buyers the Company considers to have secure financial standing and by diversifying the mix of builders and markets.
Credit risk related to the lending portfolio and investment holdings arises from the possibility that a borrower may not be able to honour its debt
commitments as a result of a negative change in market conditions that could result in a loss to the Company. The Company mitigates risk by actively
monitoring the mortgage and loan investments and initiating recovery procedures, in a timely manner, when required.
Credit risk may also arise from a borrower that may not be able to honour its debt commitments as a result of a negative change in market conditions that
could result in a loss to the Company. Credit risk related to financial guarantees provided by the Company arises from the possibility that counterparties
default on their financial obligations. The Company mitigates these risks by actively monitoring the mortgage/loan receivables, loan investment and
financial guarantees, and initiating recovery procedures, in a timely manner, when required. Further considerations were taken on the fair value of certain
loans within the lending portfolio as discussed below.
Credit risk may also arise from a customer that may not be able to close financing on a land lot or condominium unit previously occupied and recognized in
revenue. The Company mitigates this risk by requiring deposits on signing, mortgage pre-approvals on initial deposit, actively monitoring collection of
interim occupancy payments, working closely with project-specific mortgage brokers, where applicable, retaining title to the underlying land or unit until
final closing, and initiating recovery procedures when required.
The maximum exposure to credit risk at December 31, 2022 was $578,016 (December 31, 2021 - $915,004). This is the fair value of the Company's
accounts receivable from previously recognized land and condominium revenue, participating mortgages, loans receivable, the contractual value of its
lending portfolio, which including interest receivable, and contingent liabilities for the obligation of other owners of the unincorporated joint operations
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
and joint ventures. The Company has recourse under these investments in the event of default by the counterparty, in which case the Company would
have a claim against the underlying collateral.
Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk relates to the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest
rates. The Company is exposed to interest rate risk primarily through its variable rate debt obligations. Variable rate debt represented 54% (December 31,
2021 – 64%) of total debt obligations as at December 31, 2022. Interest rate risk is mitigated, in part, by borrowing long-term fixed rate mortgages with
relatively consistent interest expense. In addition, there is interest rate risk associated with the Company's fixed rate debt due to the expected
requirement to refinance such debts in the year of maturity. The Company is exposed to the variability in market interest rates and credit spreads on
maturing debt to be renewed. The Company has entered into interest rate swaps to further mitigate interest rate risk. See Note 17 for further details.
The Company has exposure to the variability in market interest rates on its lending portfolio investments with variable-rate loans and fixed-rate loans
maturing within the next 12 months. As at December 31, 2022, there are no variable-rate loans within the lending portfolio. The Company invests in
mortgages and loans secured by all types of residential and commercial real estate property that represent an acceptable underwriting risk.
It is currently expected that the administrator of the Canadian Dollar Offered Rate ("CDOR") will cease publication of CDOR by June 28, 2024, and the
Canadian financial benchmark will be replaced by the Canadian Overnight Repo Rate Average ("CORRA"). The fallback provisions of the Company's debt
have been appropriately updated to transition from CDOR to CORRA for Canadian drawdowns when CDOR is discontinued.
Foreign Exchange Risk
Foreign exchange currency risk is the risk that the value of investments denominated in currencies, other than the functional currency of the Company, will
fluctuate and could adversely impact our aggregate foreign currency exposure. Equities in foreign markets are exposed to currency risk as the prices
denominated in foreign currencies are converted to the Company's functional currency in determining fair value. The Company holds assets and liabilities,
including cash and investments that are denominated in currencies other than the Canadian dollar, the functional currency. The Company is therefore
exposed to currency risk as the value of the securities denominated in other currencies fluctuate due to change in exchange rates. As at December 31,
2022, the Company has exposure to the United States dollar through Arapahoe Basin ski hill, its investments in Dream Residential REIT, U.S. Industrial Fund
and both the U.S. dollar and euro through its asset management agreement with Dream Industrial REIT.
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk the Company will encounter difficulty in meeting obligations associated with the maturity of financial liabilities. The Company
manages its liquidity risk primarily through the management of its financial leverage. The Company uses various debt and equity ratios to monitor its
capital adequacy and debt requirements, including interest coverage, minimum net worth, average term to debt maturity, and the ratio of variable rate
debt to aggregate debt. These ratios assist the Company in assessing the debt level maintained by the Company in order to ensure adequate cash flows for
real estate development. The Company manages maturities of outstanding debt by matching them to project closing dates and monitoring the repayment
dates to ensure sufficient capital will be available to cover obligations. Management also actively monitors both project-specific and corporate-level debt
covenant compliance in addition to the Company's availability under the operating lines and margin facility.
As at December 31, 2022, the Company had $285,747 in corporate-level cash and available under various revolving facilities. As at, December 31, 2022, the
Company has sufficient liquidity available to cover obligations as they become due.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Debt amount
2021
47,042
392,989
28,883
357
469,271
268,587
246,647
19,263
75,779
—
214,148
824,424
1,293,695
Total
428,484
100,298
409,767
65,236
344,953
272,354
1,621,092
A summary of the Company’s weighted average effective interest rates as at December 31, 2022 is as follows:
Weighted average effective interest rates
Fixed rate
Construction loans
Mortgages and term debt
Convertible debenture (host instrument) - Dream
Impact Trust
Convertible debenture (conversion feature) - Dream
Impact Trust
Total fixed rate debt
Variable rate
Construction loans
Mortgages and term debt
Operating line - Dream Impact Fund
Operating line - Western Canada
Operating line - Dream Impact Trust
Non-revolving term facility
Total variable rate debt
Total debt
2022
1.69%
3.05%
6.12%
n/a
3.14%
7.32%
6.04%
6.47%
7.22%
6.97%
5.59%
6.40%
4.89 %
2021
Maturity dates
2022
1.37%
3.01%
6.20%
n/a
3.05%
3.22%
3.03%
2.70%
3.02%
n/a
3.88%
3.30%
3.21 %
2030-2032 $
2023-2052
83,040 $
584,952
2026-2027
66,833
2026-2027
2023-2025
2023-2029
2023
2025
2023
2025
448
735,273
245,099
284,454
9,400
73,796
41,421
223,128
$
877,298
1,612,571 $
The following table summarizes the aggregate of the scheduled principal repayments and debt maturities as at December 31, 2022 :
Construction
loans
Operating line -
Western Canada
Mortgages and
term debt
Operating line -
Dream Impact
Fund
Operating line -
Dream Impact
Trust
Non-revolving
term facility
Convertible
debentures -
Dream Impact
Trust
$
199,758 $
13,097
32,384
—
—
82,900
328,139
— $
—
74,500
—
—
—
74,500
177,626 $
9,400 $
41,700 $
87,201
77,883
34,277
306,999
189,454
873,440
—
—
—
—
9,400
—
—
—
—
41,700
— $
—
225,000
—
—
225,000
— $
—
—
30,959
37,954
—
68,913
2023
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028 and thereafter
Discount/Unamortized
premium/financing
costs
—
(704)
(4,035)
—
(278)
(1,872)
$
328,139 $
73,796 $
869,405 $
9,400 $
41,422 $
223,128 $
(1,632)
67,281 $
(8,521)
1,612,571
The contractual payments above include the principal repayments owing in future periods. The amounts presented above are shown consistent with their
contractual repayments. Certain facilities may be due on demand.
31. Share-based compensation
Stock Option Plan
The Company has a stock option plan under which key officers and employees are granted options to purchase Subordinate Voting Shares. Each option
granted can be exercised for one Subordinate Voting Share.
Options outstanding, beginning of year
Exercised
Forfeited
Options outstanding, end of year
Options exercisable, end of year
2022
Weighted average
exercise price
16.96
—
—
16.96
16.90
Options
865,845
$
—
—
865,845
814,247
$
$
2021
Weighted average
exercise price
17.00
17.54
14.34
16.96
16.94
Options
974,282
$
(98,426)
(10,011)
865,845
771,078
$
$
As at December 31, 2022, 865,845 options were outstanding under the stock option plan collectively. The fair value of the stock option grants is estimated
on the historical grant date using the Black Scholes option pricing model. No stock options were granted in the year ended December 31, 2022.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company recognized an expense of $78 (year ended December 31, 2021 – an expense of $117) relating to
share-based compensation for stock options, recorded in general and administrative expenses.
Performance Share Unit Plan
PSUs may be granted to current employees and are subject to either time vesting only, or time and performance vesting. PSUs subject to performance
vesting provide the holder with a minimum of 0 and a maximum of 1.5 Subordinate Voting Shares based on the achievement of predetermined Company
performance goals. In lieu of receiving Subordinate Voting Shares on vesting, PSU holders have the right to request a cash payment equal to the five-day
trailing weighted average share price of the Company’s Subordinate Voting Shares on the vesting date or settlement date, when applicable; however, the
form of payment on vesting is ultimately the decision of the Company.
Units outstanding, beginning of year
Granted
Forfeited
PSUs added (deducted) by performance factor
Reinvested
Exercised
Units outstanding, end of year
2022
Weighted average fair
value at grant date
17.02
41.03
41.03
14.36
21.09
14.36
20.10
Units
571,332
$
116,818
(1,225)
15,763
22,523
(19,355)
705,856
$
2021
Weighted average fair
value at grant date
16.27
21.56
18.59
14.88
16.92
14.33
17.02
Units
577,578
$
79,570
(40,691)
(2,121)
6,753
(49,757)
571,332
$
In the year ended December 31, 2022, compensation expense of $3,320 (year ended December 31, 2021 – $1,370) related to this plan was recognized in
general and administrative expenses.
The fair value of PSUs granted in the year ended December 31, 2022 was estimated on the historical grant date with the following assumptions:
Risk-free interest rate
Expected life
Contractual life
1.9%
3 years
10 years
Deferred Share Unit Plan
The Company has a DSU incentive plan pursuant to which DSUs may be granted to eligible directors, senior management and certain service providers. As
at December 31, 2022, there were 298,896 units outstanding (December 31, 2021 – 266,143 units outstanding). In the year ended December 31, 2022,
compensation expense of $799 (year ended December 31, 2021 – $799) related to this plan was recognized in general and administrative expenses.
Units outstanding, beginning of year
Granted
Reinvested
Units outstanding, end of year
2022
266,143
23,464
9,289
298,896
2021
233,446
29,950
2,747
266,143
Restricted Share & Restricted Share Unit Plan
The Company has an RS & RSU Plan that grants to participants an amount of cash (a “Restricted Share Award”) to be used exclusively to subscribe for
Subordinate Voting Shares (“Restricted Shares”) in accordance with the terms of the RS & RSU Plan.
In the year ended December 31, 2022, $3,528 in Restricted Share Awards was granted to be used to subscribe for Subordinate Voting Shares
(December 31, 2021 - $1,368 in Restricted Share Awards) and 117,618 Restricted Shares (December 31, 2021 - 111,111 Restricted Shares) were issued to
be held in escrow until February 2032. In the year ended December 31, 2022, compensation expense of $1,436 (year ended December 31, 2021 – $380)
related to this plan was recognized in general and administrative expenses.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The net changes in contributed surplus relating to share-based compensation were as follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Granted and added by performance factor, net of forfeitures
Dividends reinvested
Exercised
Balance, end of year
32. Earnings per share
$
$
2022
15,701
$
2,102
557
(278)
18,082
$
2021
14,954
1,289
173
(715)
15,701
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the Company’s earnings attributable to shareholders of the Company by the weighted average number of
shares outstanding in the year.
Diluted earnings per share is calculated by dividing the Company’s earnings attributable to the shareholders of the Company by the weighted average
number of shares outstanding after the dilutive effect of the stock options, performance share units and deferred share units. The diluted weighted
average number of shares used in the diluted earnings per share calculation is determined by assuming that the total proceeds received for the conversion
of such units is used to repurchase Subordinate Voting Shares at the average selling price of such publicly traded units over the term of the calculation.
The following table summarizes the basic and diluted earnings per share and the weighted average number of shares outstanding:
Earnings attributable to the shareholders of the Company, basic and diluted
$
Weighted average number of shares outstanding:
Dream Subordinate Voting Shares
Dream Class B Shares
Total weighted average number of shares
Effect of dilutive securities on weighted average number of shares
outstanding at the end of the year:
Share-based compensation(1)
Total weighted average number of shares outstanding after dilution
2022
164,445
$
41,043,669
1,557,356
42,601,025
1,373,706
43,974,731
Basic earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share
$
$
3.86
3.74
2021
110,030
42,127,727
1,557,356
43,685,083
1,068,077
44,753,160
2.52
2.46
(1) For the year ended December 31, 2022, 119,401 PSUs were considered anti-dilutive (year ended December 31, 2021 – 144,868 stock options, DSUs, PSUs and Restricted Shares, respectively).
33. Capital management
The Company’s capital consists of debt and shareholders’ equity. The Company’s objectives in managing capital are to:
i)
Ensure adequate operating funds are available to fund the development of real estate inventory and other assets, including investments
through joint ventures and joint operations;
Ensure the Company is able to meet its lease and capital expenditure obligations relating to its investment and recreational properties;
Ensure the Company has adequate resources available to benefit from acquisition opportunities, should they arise; and
ii)
iii)
iv) Generate a targeted rate of return on its investments.
The Company continuously monitors its debt structure and makes adjustments to it in light of changes in economic conditions and the risk characteristics
of the underlying real estate industry.
34. Commitments and contingencies
Capital Commitments
The Company is obligated, under certain contract terms, to construct and develop investment properties, condominium and housing inventory. The
Company has entered into contracts with various suppliers and is committed to future payments of approximately $265,000.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Letters of Credit and Surety Bonds
The Company is contingently liable for letters of credit and surety bonds that have been provided to support land developments, equity accounted
investments and other activities in the amount of $100,686 (December 31, 2021 – $87,650). The Company is also contingently liable for bonds that have
been provided to support certain urban development condominium partnerships that expire at the end of a specified warranty period.
The Company is committed to pay levies in the future of up to $21,056 (December 31, 2021 – $6,330) relating to signed municipal agreements on
commencement of development of certain real estate assets. Additional development costs may also be required to satisfy the requirements of these
municipal agreements.
Joint Operations, Co-ownerships, Joint Ventures and Associates
The Company may conduct its real estate activities from time to time through joint operations and joint ventures with third-party partners. The Company
was contingently liable for the obligations of the other owners of the unincorporated joint operations and joint ventures in the amount of $336,670 as at
December 31, 2022 (December 31, 2021 – $714,144). These guarantees include contingent liabilities for certain obligations of our joint venture partners,
which are exclusive of our share of those guarantees that are included in our equity accounted investments on the consolidated statements of financial
position. However, the Company would have available to it the other co-venturers’ share of assets to satisfy any obligations that may arise. From time to
time, the Company may be required to fund capital contributions to its various investments.
Legal and Other Contingencies
The Company and its operating subsidiaries may become liable under guarantees that are issued in the normal course of business and with respect to
litigation and claims that arise from time to time. In the opinion of management, any liability that may arise from such contingencies would not have a
material adverse effect on the consolidated financial statements of the Company.
35. Asset management and management services agreements and related party transactions
Dream Industrial REIT
The Company entered into an asset management agreement with Dream Industrial REIT effective October 2012, which was amended effective January 1,
2022, pursuant to which the Company provides a range of management and advisory services. The Company receives revenue in respect of these services
including base annual management fees, acquisition fees, financing fees, capital expenditure fees, development fees and incentive fees, determined in
accordance with the formulas set forth in the agreement. The incentive fee is payable in respect of each 12-month period during the term of the
agreement in an amount equal to 15% of Dream Industrial REIT’s funds from operations per unit as defined in the asset management agreement, inclusive
of gains on the disposition of any properties, in excess of a hurdle amount. The amount of the incentive fee payable by Dream Industrial REIT is contingent
on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, changes in the fair value of investment properties, timing of dispositions and foreign exchange rates.
The asset management agreement has an initial term of 10 years and is renewable for further five-year terms. Subject to the termination provisions in the
agreement, the Company is automatically reappointed at the expiration of each five-year term. Upon termination of the asset management agreement, all
accrued fees, including the incentive fee, become payable to the Company in accordance with the provisions of the agreement. In such circumstances or if
Dream Industrial REIT is acquired, the incentive fee is calculated as if all of Dream Industrial REIT’s properties were sold on the applicable date.
In addition, the Company has entered into a shared services agreement with Dream Industrial REIT. Pursuant to the agreement, Dream Industrial REIT
reimburses the Company for shared costs allocated in each calendar year on a cost recovery basis.
In the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Company earned/recovered the following amounts pursuant to the asset management and shared
services agreements with Dream Industrial REIT:
Asset management fees charged by Dream(1)
Cost recoveries charged by Dream
$
2022
21,146 $
1,428
2021
22,720
739
(1) Included in asset management fees charged to Dream Industrial REIT for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 were incentive fees of $nil.
Included in accounts receivable are balances due from Dream Industrial REIT related to asset management agreements and cost sharing agreements of
$5,593 (December 31, 2021 - $6,902).
Dream Office REIT
In 2019, the Company and Dream Office REIT entered into a shared services agreement pursuant to which the Company will act as the development
manager for Dream Office REIT's future development projects and Dream Office REIT will act as the property manager for the Company's stabilized
investment properties. The shared services agreement maintains certain resource sharing arrangements between the Company and Dream Office REIT.
Under the shared services agreement, in connection with each future development project, the Company earns a development fee equal to 3.75% of the
total net revenue of the development or, for rental properties, 3.75% of the IFRS value upon completion, without any promote or other incentive fees. In
connection with the property management services provided by Dream Office REIT, the Company pays a fee up to 3.5% of gross revenue of the portfolio.
The Company, via Dream Impact Trust, and Dream Office REIT entered into a property management agreement pursuant to which Dream Office REIT will
perform property management services including tenant administration, accounting, etc., for a fee of 3.5% of gross revenues. Additionally, Dream Office
REIT will perform services with respect to the leasing and construction management of the office properties for a fee equal to expenses incurred or a
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
percentage of the expenses incurred for each property. The property management agreement can be terminated upon an unremedied default by the
property manager, Dream Office REIT, or if there is a change in the ownership of the property.
Amounts earned/recovered under the shared services and property management agreements during the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as
follows:
Cost recoveries charged by Dream to Dream Office REIT
Cost recoveries charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream
Cost recoveries charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream Impact Trust
Fees charged by Dream to Dream Office REIT
Fees charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream
Fees charged by Dream Office REIT to Dream Impact Trust
$
2022
1,626 $
11,407
1,032
2,367
409
2,585
2021
1,405
8,787
552
2,353
302
2,103
The amount owing to Dream Office REIT as of December 31, 2022 was $566 (December 31, 2021 – amount owing to Dream Office REIT of $416).
Dream Residential REIT
The Company, through a subsidiary, and a third-party service provider ("Asset Managers") entered into an asset management agreement with Dream
Residential REIT effective May 6, 2022, pursuant to which the Asset Managers provide a range of management and advisory services. The Asset Managers
earn fees on a 50/50 basis in respect of these services including base annual management fees, acquisition fees, financing fees, capital expenditure fees
and incentive fees, determined in accordance with the formulas set forth in the agreement. The incentive fee is payable in respect of each 12-month
period during the term of the agreement in an amount equal to 15% of Dream Residential REIT’s funds from operations per unit as defined in the asset
management agreement, inclusive of gains on the disposition of any properties, in excess of a hurdle amount. The amount of the incentive fee payable by
Dream Residential REIT is contingent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, changes in the fair value of investment properties, timing of
dispositions and foreign exchange rates. The asset management agreement has an initial term of 10 years and is renewable for further five-year terms.
Subject to the termination provisions in the agreement, the Asset Managers are automatically reappointed at the expiration of each five-year term. Upon
termination of the asset management agreement, all accrued fees, including the incentive fee, become payable to the Asset Managers in accordance with
the provisions of the agreement. In such circumstances or if Dream Residential REIT is acquired, the incentive fee is calculated as if all of Dream Residential
REIT’s properties were sold on the applicable date.
In addition, the Company has entered into a shared services agreement with Dream Residential REIT. Pursuant to the agreement, Dream Residential REIT
reimburses the Company for shared costs allocated in each calendar year on a cost recovery basis. Fees paid by Dream Residential REIT to the Company
are paid in U.S. dollars.
In the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Company earned/recovered the following amounts pursuant to the asset management and shared
services agreements with Dream Residential REIT:
Asset management fees charged by Dream(1)
Advisory fees charged by Dream
Cost recoveries charged by Dream
$
$
2022
642
2,834
278
2021
—
—
—
(1) Included in asset management fees charged to Dream Residential REIT for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 were incentive fees of $nil.
Included in accounts receivable are balances due from Dream Residential REIT related to asset management agreements and cost sharing agreements of
$423 (December 31, 2021 - $nil).
Dream U.S. Industrial Fund
In the year ended December 31, 2021, Dream Industrial REIT seeded a private open-ended U.S. Industrial Fund by selling 18 assets (29 buildings) from its
U.S. portfolio. Dream entered into a fund management agreement with Dream U.S. Industrial Fund, effective July 2021, pursuant to which the Company
provides fund management services. The fund management agreement is renewable annually and the Company is automatically reappointed at the
expiration of each one-year term. The Company received revenue in respect of these services, including fund management fees. Fund management fees
are calculated as 0.50% per annum with increases as capital contributions are made by a limited partner after 90 days up to a maximum of 1.20% per
annum and are subject to foreign exchange rates. Fees paid by Dream U.S. Industrial Fund to the Company are paid in U.S. dollars.
Amounts earned under the fund management agreement during the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
Fees earned under the fund management agreement
$
2022
4,561
$
2021
321
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GTA Land Joint Venture
In the year ended December 31, 2022, the Company along with Dream Industrial REIT formed a develop-to-hold joint venture with a global sovereign
wealth fund (the "GTA Land Joint Venture"). A subsidiary of the Company entered into an asset management agreement with the GTA Land Joint Venture,
effective April 28, 2022, pursuant to which the Company provides asset management services. The asset management agreement is renewable annually
and the Company is automatically reappointed at the expiration of each one-year term. The Company received revenue in respect of these services,
including asset management fees, acquisition fees, development fees and promote fees.
Amounts earned/recovered under the asset management agreement during the year ended December 31, 2022 are as follows:
Fees earned under the asset management agreement
$
2022
158
$
2021
—
Distributions Earned from Investments
The Company earned distributions from Dream Office REIT and Dream Residential REIT (Note 13).
Other Transactions
In the year ended December 31, 2018, the Company, along with Dream Office REIT, entered into a strategic partnership, Alate Partners, focused on the
property technology market. The Company and Dream Office REIT each held a 25% interest in Alate Partners, included within other development interests
in equity accounted investments. As at December 31, 2022, the Company had funded $9,261 into Alate Partners (December 31, 2021 - $8,676). In the year
ended December 31, 2022, the Company restructured its investment in Alate Partners to allow for third party capital in a new fund, Alate I L.P. As at
December 31, 2022, the Company and Dream Office REIT each hold a 20% interest in Alate I L.P.
Compensation of Key Management
Compensation expense for the year for key management personnel and the Company's directors, is shown in the table below.
Compensation and benefits
Share-based compensation
Directors' fees
36. Supplementary cash flow information
Components of other adjustments include:
Accrued interest on loans receivable and other expenses
Share-based compensation expense
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Non-cash contribution to equity accounted investment
Other
Components of changes in non-cash working capital include:
Accounts receivable
Accounts payable and other liabilities
Income and other taxes payable
Provision for real estate development costs
Deposits
Restricted cash
Inventory, prepaid expenses and other assets
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
2022
5,423
3,317
981
9,721
$
2022
(2,623)
$
5,511
54,820
(2,834)
4,064
58,938
$
2022
(34,116)
$
20,625
(2,358)
21,964
285
1,334
(7,873)
(139)
$
2021
5,548
1,508
1,111
8,167
2021
(604)
747
7,375
—
752
8,270
2021
(34,755)
20,756
1,630
21,158
(6,637)
5,118
(3,762)
3,508
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The breakdown of cash and cash equivalents is as follows:
Cash
Money market funds, term deposits and GICs
37. Segmented information
$
$
2022
47,535
98
47,633
$
$
2021
52,466
98
52,564
The Company's segment reporting considers how the Company presents information for financial reporting and management decision-making.
The Company's operating segments are as follows:
•
•
Recurring income: Comprised of our asset management and development management agreements with Dream Industrial REIT, Dream Residential
REIT, Dream Office REIT and various development partners, fees earned through our private asset management business, a 36% equity interest in
Dream Office REIT, a 12% equity interest in Dream Residential REIT, Dream Impact Trust's lending portfolio, and our stabilized income producing
assets in the Greater Toronto Area ("GTA"), Western Canada and Colorado.
Development: Comprised of mixed-use developments in the GTA and Ottawa/Gatineau, land, housing, retail/commercial, hospitality asset and multi-
family rental developments in Saskatchewan and Alberta.
While not considered an individual reportable segment, Corporate and other includes: corporate-level cash and other working capital, consolidated tax
balances and expense, our term facility and related interest expense, general and administrative expenses not allocated to a particular segment and the
liability and fair value adjustments to Dream Impact Trust units and Dream Impact Fund units held by other unitholders.
Management has determined the operating segments based on how the President and Chief Responsible Officer and senior management review the
business and manage risk. Gross margin represents revenue, less direct operating costs, excluding selling, marketing and other operating costs. Net margin
represents gross margin, as defined above, including selling, marketing and other operating costs. Used as a percentage of revenue to evaluate operational
efficiency, these margins are employed as fundamental business considerations in updating budgets, forecasts and strategic planning. The allocation of
other components of earnings would not assist management in the evaluation of the segments’ contributions to earnings and are categorized as Corporate
and other.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Segmented Statement of Earnings
Segmented revenue and expenditures for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 are as follows:
Revenue
Direct operating costs
Gross margin
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other operating costs
Net margin
Fair value changes in investment properties
Share of earnings from equity accounted investments
Investment and other income
Interest expense
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Net segment earnings (loss)
General and administrative expenses(1)
Net gain on land settlement(1)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust units(1)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund units(1)
Income tax expense(1)
Net earnings
Revenue
Direct operating costs
Gross margin
Selling, marketing, depreciation and other operating costs
Net margin
Fair value changes in investment properties
Share of earnings from equity accounted investments
Investment and other income
Interest expense
Fair value changes in financial instruments
Net segment earnings (loss)
General and administrative expenses(1)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Trust units(1)
Adjustments related to Dream Impact Fund units(1)
Income tax recovery(1)
Net earnings (loss)(2)
$
$
$
$
$
$
Recurring income
Development
Corporate and other
Consolidated Dream
2022
167,985 $
(104,411)
63,574
(8,458)
55,116
32,078
12,688
(791)
(27,845)
4
71,250 $
—
—
—
—
—
175,783 $
(125,750)
50,033
(26,014)
24,019
(859)
43,405
9,325
(7,915)
(55,238)
12,737 $
—
—
—
—
—
71,250 $
12,737 $
— $
—
—
—
—
—
—
190
(16,043)
413
(15,440) $
(33,563)
86,420
80,411
(4,524)
(32,846)
80,458 $
Recurring income
Development
Corporate and other
116,766 $
(76,351)
40,415
(6,913)
33,502
31,180
82,912
3,070
(12,114)
(1,427)
137,123 $
—
—
—
—
209,156 $
(158,431)
50,725
(23,661)
27,064
9,976
7,809
5,387
(3,154)
(6,472)
40,610 $
—
—
—
—
137,123 $
40,610 $
— $
—
—
—
—
—
—
1,509
(11,407)
524
(9,374) $
(15,428)
(25,019)
(2,037)
(15,214)
(67,072) $
343,768
(230,161)
113,607
(34,472)
79,135
31,219
56,093
8,724
(51,803)
(54,821)
68,547
(33,563)
86,420
80,411
(4,524)
(32,846)
164,445
2021
Consolidated Dream
325,922
(234,782)
91,140
(30,574)
60,566
41,156
90,721
9,966
(26,675)
(7,375)
168,359
(15,428)
(25,019)
(2,037)
(15,214)
110,661
(1) Certain line items are included in Corporate and other as balances are reviewed on a consolidated basis.
(2) Includes earnings attributable to non-controlling interest.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Segmented Assets and Liabilities
Segmented assets and liabilities as at December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 were as follows:
Recurring income
Development
Corporate and other
Consolidated Dream
2022
$
27,739 $
15,270 $
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets
Lending portfolio
Housing inventory
Condominium inventory
Land inventory
Investment properties
Recreational properties
Equity accounted investments
Capital and other operating assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable and other liabilities
Income and other taxes payable(1)
Provision for real estate development costs
Debt
Dream Impact Trust units(1)
Dream Impact Fund units(1)
Deferred income taxes(1)
Total liabilities
Shareholders' equity
Total equity
26,436
37,155
15,074
—
—
206
1,410,271
80,300
644,700
16,259
233,564
59,055
—
48,146
346,979
469,942
148,240
—
317,037
31,390
2,258,140 $
1,669,623 $
64,506 $
175,463 $
—
262
916,137
—
—
—
—
73,900
364,603
—
—
—
980,905 $
613,966 $
$
$
$
$
4,624 $
8,037
4,854
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
11,216
28,731 $
27,903 $
57,363
—
331,831
188,385
69,919
132,530
807,931 $
47,633
268,037
101,064
15,074
48,146
346,979
470,148
1,558,511
80,300
961,737
58,865
3,956,494
267,872
57,363
74,162
1,612,571
188,385
69,919
132,530
2,402,802
1,553,692
1,553,692
1,277,235
1,277,235 $
1,055,657
1,055,657 $
(779,200)
(779,200) $
(1) Certain liabilities are included in Corporate and other as balances are reviewed on a consolidated basis.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Recurring income
Development
Corporate and other
Consolidated Dream
2021
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets
Lending portfolio
Housing inventory
Condominium inventory
Land inventory
Investment properties
Recreational properties
Equity accounted investments
Capital and other operating assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable and other liabilities
Income and other taxes payable(1)
Provision for real estate development costs
Debt
Dream Impact Trust units(1)
Dream Impact Fund units
Deferred income taxes(1)
Total liabilities
Shareholders' equity
Total equity
$
25,441 $
17,777 $
26,081
38,750
12,734
—
—
286
1,110,858
65,077
592,800
12,992
200,225
119,107
—
36,320
288,215
469,322
146,100
—
266,225
32,162
1,885,019 $
1,575,453 $
48,143 $
147,585 $
—
—
691,220
—
—
—
—
52,198
359,087
—
—
—
$
$
$
$
9,346 $
8,235
767
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
9,854
28,202 $
23,898 $
59,721
—
243,388
288,092
49,430
103,699
52,564
234,541
158,624
12,734
36,320
288,215
469,608
1,256,958
65,077
859,025
55,008
3,488,674
219,626
59,721
52,198
1,293,695
288,092
49,430
103,699
2,066,461
1,422,213
1,422,213
739,363 $
558,870 $
768,228 $
1,145,656
1,145,656 $
1,016,583
1,016,583 $
(740,026)
(740,026) $
(1) Certain liabilities are included in Corporate and other as balances are reviewed on a consolidated basis.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
38. Classification of items in consolidated statements of financial position
A summary of the classification between current and non-current assets and liabilities is presented below.
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets
Lending portfolio
Housing inventory
Condominium inventory
Land inventory
Investment properties
Recreational properties
Equity accounted investments
Capital and other operating assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Income and other taxes payable
Provision for real estate development costs
Debt(1)
Dream Impact Trust units(2)
Dream Impact Fund units(2)
Deferred income taxes
Less than
12 months
Greater than
12 months
Non-determinable
$
47,633 $
— $
207,363
34,407
5,066
—
—
—
—
—
—
22,937
60,674
66,657
10,008
—
—
—
1,558,511
80,300
—
35,928
— $
—
—
—
48,146
348,824
470,148
—
—
961,737
—
317,406 $
1,812,078 $
1,828,855 $
$
$
205,929 $
15,613 $
57,363
74,162
416,152
—
—
—
—
—
1,196,419
—
—
132,530
1,344,562 $
46,330 $
—
—
—
188,385
69,919
—
304,634 $
2022
Total
47,633
268,037
101,064
15,074
48,146
348,824
470,148
1,558,511
80,300
961,737
58,865
3,958,339
267,872
57,363
74,162
1,612,571
188,385
69,919
132,530
2,402,802
Total liabilities
$
753,606 $
(1) The amounts presented are shown consistent with the contractual terms of repayment, which may be due on demand.
(2) Dream Impact Trust units and Dream Impact Fund units may be redeemed at the option of the holder with no expiry date.
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Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except number of shares and per share amounts)
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Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable
Other financial assets
Lending portfolio
Housing inventory
Condominium inventory
Land inventory
Investment properties
Recreational properties
Equity accounted investments
Capital and other operating assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Income and other taxes payable
Provision for real estate development costs
Debt(1)
Dream Impact Trust units(2)
Dream Impact Fund units(2)
Deferred income taxes
Less than
12 months
Greater than
12 months
Non-determinable
$
52,564 $
— $
221,900
26,235
5,947
—
—
—
—
—
—
12,310
318,956 $
12,641
132,389
6,787
—
—
—
1,256,958
65,077
—
42,698
— $
—
—
—
36,320
288,215
469,608
—
—
859,025
$
$
1,516,550 $
1,653,168 $
147,798 $
26,627 $
45,201 $
59,721
52,198
456,900
—
—
—
—
—
836,795
—
—
103,699
—
—
—
288,092
49,430
—
Total liabilities
$
716,617 $
967,121 $
382,723 $
(1) The amounts presented are shown consistent with the contractual terms of repayment, which may be due on demand.
(2) Dream Impact Trust units may be redeemed at the option of the holder with no expiry date.
39. Subsequent events
2021
Total
52,564
234,541
158,624
12,734
36,320
288,215
469,608
1,256,958
65,077
859,025
55,008
3,488,674
219,626
59,721
52,198
1,293,695
288,092
49,430
103,699
2,066,461
Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Company acquired de facto control of Dream Office REIT through the ownership of 18,473,925 REIT and LP B units.
Dream Office REIT cancelled 242,200 REIT units that increased the Company's ownership of the REIT to over 36%. The Company will account for the
acquisition as a step acquisition and remeasure its existing 36% equity interest in Dream Office REIT to fair value at the acquisition date. At the date the
Company's consolidated financial statements were approved for issuance, the valuations of assets acquired, liabilities assumed and tax obligations were
still under evaluation by the Company.
Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Company closed on its previously announced acquisition of Summit Industrial Income REIT ("Summit"). The
Company entered into an agreement under which a joint venture between a leading global sovereign wealth fund and Dream Industrial REIT acquired
Summit. A subsidiary of the Company is the asset manager for the joint venture.
Subsequent to December 31, 2022, the Company increased its ownership in the Distillery District from 50% to 62.5% for total consideration of $27,000.
Proceeds of $14,000 were paid on closing and a $13,000 promissory note was issued due within 18 months.
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Management Team
Michael J. Cooper
President & Chief Responsible Officer
Deborah Starkman
Chief Financial Officer
P. Jane Gavan
President, Asset Management
Directors
Michael J. Cooper4
Toronto, Ontario
President & Chief Responsible Officer
Dream Unlimited Corp.
Duncan JackmanInd.
Toronto, Ontario
Chairman, President & CEO
E-L Financial Corporation Limited
James EatonInd.
Toronto, Ontario
Corporate Director
Joanne FerstmanInd.,1,3,4,5
Toronto, Ontario
Corporate Director
Richard GatemanInd.,2, 3
Calgary, Alberta
Corporate Director
P. Jane Gavan4
Toronto, Ontario
President, Asset Management
Dream Unlimited Corp.
Jennifer Lee KossInd.,1,2
Toronto, Ontario
Co-Founder & Builder of Business
BRIKA
Vincenza SeraInd.,1, 2, 3,4
Toronto, Ontario
Corporate Director
Legend:
Ind. Independent
1. Member of the Audit Committee
2. Member of the Governance,
Environmental and Nominating
Committee
3. Member of the Organization, Design
and Culture Committee
4. Member of Leaders and Mentors
Committee
5. Chair of the Board
30 Adelaide Street East,
Toronto,ON
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Dream Unlimited Corp.
30 Adelaide Street East, Suite 301
Toronto, Ontario M5C 3H1
Phone: (416) 365-3535
Fax: (416) 365-6565
Website: www.dream.ca
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Phone: (416) 365-3535
Toll free: 1 877 365-3535
Email: info@dream.ca
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