Redefining the Role of the Church
through Social Impact
Real Estate Projects
The Roman Catholic Real Estate Corporation of Montreal: A Unique Initiative
The Roman Catholic Real Estate Corporation of Montreal (CICRM) is a non-profit entity aimed at strategically managing ecclesiastical properties. Its approach focuses on social impact and sustainable project management.
Carried by the Archdiocese of Montreal and rooted in its mission, the CICRM offers its expertise to parishes to assist them in making decisions about their properties and their future.
As a strategic partner and intermediary between churches, municipalities, governments, development partners, and all stakeholders, the CICRM facilitates and supports projects by providing comprehensive guidance according to industry best practices. All this is done with the intention of honoring heritage whenever possible while addressing the pressing needs of the community.
Our Mission
Ensure that the Catholic real estate legacy remains a source of pride and in the service of its communities.
Our Vision
To be a leader and trusted partner in redefining Catholic real estate through sustainable projects with high social impact.
Our Objectives
Provide Comprehensive and Expert Support to Parishes
Rethink Catholic Properties
Optimize redevelopment projects to ensure they meet the needs of local communities while generating social and financial value.
Honor Heritage
Socially-Driven Projects
The CICRM provides each parish with the means to approach the future of its church with confidence and serenity, ensuring that each project meets a concrete local social need.
Discover Our Success Stories
Pointe-Claire Windmill
Restoration of the site for educational, cultural, and tourist activities in partnership with the Pointe-Claire Heritage Preservation Society.
Très-Saint-Rédempteur Church
Sainte-Odile Church
Community and religious space preserving architectural heritage developed by La Chapelle.
Frequently Asked Questions
about the CICRM.
Functioning
How does the Corporation operate?
The CICRM is a non-profit entity aimed at strategically managing ecclesiastical properties by offering comprehensive and expert support. Parishes seeking options or ready to begin a conversion or sale process are invited to contact the CICRM. It will then accompany the parishes at every stage of the process, from property analysis to project completion. Each case will be evaluated to determine the optimal approach: redevelopment, sale, rental, transformation, etc. The CICRM relies on a team of experts whose mission is to develop high social impact projects in line with the Church’s community values and protect heritage whenever possible.
How will you choose the churches for your projects?
In collaboration with the parishes, each case will be evaluated to determine the optimal approach: redevelopment, sale, rental, transformation, etc. This way, the CICRM will be able to prioritize according to the needs and urgency of the projects.
Values and Vision
What is the Corporation's objective?
The CICRM aims to be a leader and trusted strategic partner in redefining Catholic real estate through sustainable projects with high social impact. Thus, the CICRM ensures that the Catholic real estate legacy remains a source of pride in the service of its communities and supports the parishes.
What is the role of heritage respect in CICRM projects?
Respect is central to the CICRM’s values. By supporting projects and offering comprehensive guidance according to industry best practices, the CICRM team is guided by its commitment to meet community needs while honoring heritage whenever possible.
An initiative of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Montreal.
2000, rue Sherbrooke ouest
Montréal (Qc) H3H 1G4
