Cardel builds new single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes, condominiums and mixed-use communities for homebuyers across Alberta, Ontario, Colorado and Florida. Its family-run, privately held model combines land development, design services, and move-in-ready or customizable construction for households seeking quality new homes.
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AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranston Ridge — Building 4000Cranston, Calgary56 units | 7.0/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.0/ 10 |
No applicable published aggregate rating was found for Building 4000, so the score is based on the four individual written reviews actually read. All four were positive, which points toward the upper end of the prose-only range, but the small sample and its sales/post-purchase context warrant a conservative 7.0 rather than the maximum prose-only score. | |||
The available written feedback is positive but largely sales or move-in feedback rather than technical inspection evidence. Reviewers praised “beautiful homes,” reported only “small touch ups” at the pre-possession walkthrough, and the project material describes quartz counters, luxury vinyl plank flooring, nine-foot ceilings and large windows; no recurring structural or systems failure was published in the material read. | The four directory reviews praise staff and service: reviewers described the team as “very accommodating,” “very professional,” and said concerns were addressed “right away.” The strongest contrary operational report is a 2020 CTV account of a Cranston Ridge condo-board dispute over a patio lattice, including proposed $500 and $1,000 fines; this is a single reported governance dispute, not evidence of a recurring building-wide problem. | ||
| Sage Place — final buildingSage Hill, Calgary48 units | 6.2/ 10 | 7.0/ 10 | 6.2/ 10 |
The building-specific place listing publishes the largest and only qualifying aggregate found: 3.9/5 from 11 reviews, which converts to 6.7/10 under the requested curve. One 2024 review reports a serious security and management failure, so the overall and living assessments are reduced to 6.2; older praise supports a positive but less current structural assessment, while no current engineering or systems rating was published. | |||
The only direct physical-condition review evidence located is an older resident report describing construction as “impeccable” and saying there were “few (minor) items” on the inspection report. The 2016 project reporting also describes independent air ventilation, nine-foot ceilings and low-emissivity windows, but those are original specifications rather than a current condition inspection. | Residents praised Sage Place as “so quiet” with easy commuting via Stoney Trail, and an earlier buyer said everyone involved with Cardel was “extremely helpful.” The latest negative review read reported that management could not be reached, a security guard arrived late without an elevator key, and the resident was told to “just hold the door.” |
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FLORIDA OFFICE 3160 S. Falkenburg Rd Riverview, FL 33578
Cardel partnered with Stepper Homes on Panorama Hills and the Summit of Montreux land development.
Cardel Lifestyles was a partnership with Tim Logel that continued through Logel Homes.
Logel Homes was part of the initial Silverton builder group.
Genesis Builders was part of the initial Silverton builder group.
first in partnership with Stepper Homes, developing Panorama Hills ... and then, the Summit of Montreux
Cardel Lifestyles, a partnership with Tim Logel, has recently rebranded as Logel Homes
Cardel Homes, Genesis Builders and Logel Homes are the first builder group
| COMPANY NUMBER | 2013880378 Alberta Corporate Registry · Canada · Amalgamated |
| Canada | active 5 projects tracked |
| United States | active 0 projects tracked |
| Residential, for sale | 5 of 5 |
It’s almost surreal. The years pass and you just really don’t think about it. It’s gone very quickly.Cardel Homes 2023-03-28https://www1.cardelhomes.com/news/cardel-homes-marks-golden-anniversary?categories=ontario%2Calberta%2Ccolorado%2Cflorida&tag=behind-the-build
“It’s almost surreal. The years pass and you just really don’t think about it. It’s gone very quickly,” says Cardel’s co-founder Caryl Ockey.
“It’s almost surreal. The years pass and you just really don’t think about it. It’s gone very quickly,” says Cardel’s co-founder Caryl Ockey.
Caryl Ockey ... is now retired, but who ran Cardel’s design studios and took the lead on show home interior design across North America.
says Cardel’s co-founder Caryl Ockey.
Caryl, who has a passion for art and interior design ... ran Cardel’s design studios and took the lead on show home interior design across North America.
She and her husband, Del, started the company in 1974.
It was a really big stretch and we did most of the work ourselves.Cardel Homes 2023-03-28https://www1.cardelhomes.com/news/cardel-homes-marks-golden-anniversary?categories=ontario%2Calberta%2Ccolorado%2Cflorida&tag=behind-the-build
She and her husband, Del, started the company in 1974.
“It was a really big stretch and we did most of the work ourselves. It took us the whole summer and more.
Del and Caryl are now retired and enjoying the fruits of their labour.
Del and Caryl are now retired ... Their sons Ryan and Damon ... are now deeply invested in the company.
Del was a junior and senior high school teacher with a strong background in the industrial arts.
In the fall of 1974, only 14 months after they had begun to build the home on Willow Park Golf Course, Del quit teaching and Cardel Homes was born.
We see a bright future. It’s a great place to live. We’ll be building homes here for decades to come.Cardel Homes 2023-03-28https://www1.cardelhomes.com/news/cardel-homes-marks-golden-anniversary?categories=ontario%2Calberta%2Ccolorado%2Cflorida&tag=behind-the-build
Ryan, who has his MBA from Queens University, credits the company’s successes to its ability to shift gears.
Ryan, who has his MBA from Queens University, credits the company’s successes to its ability to shift gears.
Ryan Ockey will retire as President and CEO after more than four decades with Cardel. He will transition to Executive Chair.
President and CEO at The Cardel Group of Companies ... President and CEO - Cardel Homes.
“We see a bright future. It’s a great place to live. We’ll be building homes here for decades to come.”
Ryan Ockey will retire as President and CEO after more than four decades with Cardel.
As Executive Chair, Ockey will work with Collin and the Board to support Cardel’s long-term growth and strategy.
Ryan Ockey will retire as President and CEO after more than four decades with Cardel.
Ryan, who has his MBA from Queens University, credits the company’s successes to its ability to shift gears.
As Executive Chair, Ockey will work with Collin and the Board to support Cardel’s long-term growth and strategy.
On behalf of the Board, I want to express our profound gratitude to Ryan for his transformational leadership of Cardel over a career tenure spanning over 40 years.Cardel Homes 2026-09-04https://www1.cardelhomes.com/news/ryan-ockey-to-transition-to-executive-chair-cardel-group-of-companies-names-craig-collin
said Andrew Ross, Chair of the Cardel Board of Directors.
“On behalf of the Board, I want to express our profound gratitude to Ryan for his transformational leadership of Cardel over a career tenure spanning over 40 years,” said Andrew Ross, Chair of the Cardel Board of Directors.
On behalf of the Board, I want to express our profound gratitude to Ryan for his transformational leadership of Cardel ... said Andrew Ross, Chair of the Cardel Board of Directors.
said Andrew Ross, Chair of the Cardel Board of Directors.
I am deeply honored by the opportunity to lead Cardel and appreciate the confidence that Ryan and the Board have placed in me.Cardel Homes 2026-09-04https://www1.cardelhomes.com/news/ryan-ockey-to-transition-to-executive-chair-cardel-group-of-companies-names-craig-collin
Collin is a graduate of the Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) in Toronto, Canada.
Craig Collin has been appointed President and CEO, effective October 5, 2026.
President & CEO at Cardel Homes ... Sep 2026 - Present.
Collin sits on the boards for the United Arts of Central Florida, National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) Innovation Incubator, U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) of Central Florida and Cardel Homes.
“I am deeply honored by the opportunity to lead Cardel and appreciate the confidence that Ryan and the Board have placed in me.
Craig Collin has been appointed President and CEO, effective October 5, 2026.
Most recently, Collin has spent nine years as President of Tavistock Development Company, where he has led a real estate platform that includes office, residential, multi-family, hospitality, retail and industrial assets.
He spent close to 25 years with PulteGroup.
Most recently, Collin has spent nine years as President of Tavistock Development Company.
Craig Collin has been appointed President and CEO, effective October 5, 2026.
We were looking for long-term growth opportunities, stability within a market so that we can stay there and be there long-term.Construction In Focus 2023-09-05https://constructioninfocus.com/2023/09/built-for-real-life/
Born and raised in Brockville, Ontario, Mr. Graham graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 1981.
Greg Graham was appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Cardel Group of Companies in January 2017.
Chief Operating Officer at Cardel Group of Companies.
Greg currently sits on the Boards of Directors of Tarion Corporation and Cardel Group of Companies.
Over the past 40+ years and prior to joining Cardel Homes, Greg served in various senior level management positions, including his role as an executive with NetActive Technologies; the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club; Palladium Corporation and Terrace Investments ... He started his career with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
Over the past 40+ years and prior to joining Cardel Homes, Greg served in various senior level management positions, including his role as an executive with NetActive Technologies; the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club; Palladium Corporation and Terrace Investments ... He started his career with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
Over the past 40+ years and prior to joining Cardel Homes, Greg served in various senior level management positions, including his role as an executive with NetActive Technologies; the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club; Palladium Corporation and Terrace Investments ... He started his career with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
Over the past 40+ years and prior to joining Cardel Homes, Greg served in various senior level management positions, including his role as an executive with NetActive Technologies; the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club; Palladium Corporation and Terrace Investments ... He started his career with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
Over the past 40+ years and prior to joining Cardel Homes, Greg served in various senior level management positions, including his role as an executive with NetActive Technologies; the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club; Palladium Corporation and Terrace Investments ... He started his career with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
“We were looking for long-term growth opportunities, stability within a market so that we can stay there and be there long-term.
Greg Graham was appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Cardel Group of Companies in January 2017.
As COO, Greg is responsible for providing company-wide leadership, strategic direction and oversight of land acquisition and strategic financing; as well as operational management to drive continued growth and profitability ... in Florida, Colorado, Alberta, and Ontario.
Greg Graham was appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Cardel Group of Companies in January 2017.
Greg holds his ICD.D and Prof. Dir. Board Certifications.
Greg Graham was appointed Chief Operating Officer of the Cardel Group of Companies in January 2017.
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| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranston Ridge — Building 4000 | Calgary, Canada Cranston | residential for sale | 561 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | Sep 2019 – Nov 2019 | Jan 2019 – Dec 2019 | −3.5 mo (−10.0 to +3.0) | sourced | completed |
| Walden Place — Building 3 | Calgary, Canada Walden | residential for sale | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Jun 2019 – Aug 2019 | Jan 2019 – Dec 2019 | −0.5 mo (−7.0 to +6.0) | sourced | completed |
| Walden Place — Building 4 | Calgary, Canada Walden | residential for sale | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Mar 2022 – May 2022 | Jan 2019 – Dec 2019 | dates under review | dates under review | completed |
| Walgrove Place | Calgary, Canada Walden | residential for sale | — | 4 | — | — | — | 2016 | February 5, 2016 | Jun 2017 – Aug 2017 | Jan 2018 – Dec 2018 | +11.5 mo (+5.0 to +18.0) | sourced | completed |
| Sage Place — final building | Calgary, Canada Sage Hill | residential for sale | 481 | — | — | — | — | — | — | May 2017 – Jun 2017 | Jan 2017 – Dec 2017 | +1.0 mo (−5.0 to +7.0) | sourced | completed |
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| Tracked since | October 11, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 11, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 11, 2026 |
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