What happens when self-storage becomes a space for transformation and empowerment?

 

In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Lafrechoux, Director of Real Estate at Avenir Properties, to talk about Montreal Mini Storage’s newest location—and the bigger mission behind it. Andrea shares how their latest development is not just about lockers and square footage, but about creating meaningful spaces that support women entrepreneurs and community needs. From a co-working space dedicated to women to partnerships with Scotiabank and local artists, this project was built differently—with heart, purpose, and intention.

 

We explore how urban planning and adaptive reuse can reshape real estate’s role in our lives, especially when companies truly listen to the community. Andrea also speaks about initiatives like “Ladies Who Launch” and how design choices—from lighting to layout—can create safer, more inclusive environments. This isn’t just about storage. It’s about building better spaces for real life.

 

What you will learn if you listen to the episode:

 

- Women leaders in real estate and storage

- Building co-working spaces for women entrepreneurs

- Montreal Mini Storage launches 24th location

- How real estate can support community needs

- Adaptive reuse in Quebec real estate projects

- Self-storage as essential service in urban planning

- Creating safe and inclusive spaces for business growth

 

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Connect with Andrea Lafrechoux:

 

Website: montrealministorage.com | https://immeublesavenir.ca/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-lafrechoux-74ab7768/?originalSubdomain=ca

 

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