Our History

Making a Lasting Impact

The Deveraux Group of Companies began with a bold vision: to build multi-family communities that raise the bar in property development and management. Today, that vision drives everything we do. We’re committed to continuous improvement, smart growth, exceptional service, and creating lasting value for our residents, investors, employees, and the communities we serve.

Vertical Integration

Our Blueprint for Growth

From the beginning, we’ve aimed to do business differently, overseeing every aspect of our operations. We fund, design and build, and then operate our developments. This allows us to remain invested for the long term in each of our communities, from inception to ongoing management, and it ensures lasting quality, vibrant communities, and a company culture rooted in care and responsibility.

Company Timeline

Charting a New Course

Today

Future-Focused

With a track record of industry-leading innovation, award-winning apartment communities, and strategic growth, we’re not slowing down. Our commitment to building exceptional living spaces for residents and great returns to our investors continues to drive us forward. As we break new ground and reach new milestones, one thing remains the same: at Deveraux, we don’t just build communities, we build the future.

2025

Going Strong

We are honoured with Platinum Club Status as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This prestigious designation recognizes Canadian-owned and managed companies that consistently exemplify excellence in strategy, corporate culture, innovation, governance, capabilities, and financial performance. 

Deveraux Apartment Communities is named ‘Rental Housing Provider of the Year’ by the Alberta Residential Landlord Association (ARLA).

2024

Innovation & Leadership

We celebrate six consecutive years as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and take home multiple industry awards. The Arc at Emerald Hills earns top honours as ‘Best New Multi-Family Rental Project.’ Our CEO, Denis Jones, is named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Prairies Overall Winner and our COO, Jamie McDougald, is named Executive Leader of the Year by the Saskatchewan Landlord Association (SKLA).

2023

National Recognition 

Our G17 Apartments at Tamarack earns national acclaim as ‘Low Rise Development of the Year’ at the CFAA Awards. Meanwhile, we officially open Plaza Apartments in Calgary, strengthening our Alberta presence. More industry accolades roll in, reinforcing our reputation for excellence.

2022

Reaching New Heights

We surpass $1.3 billion in assets under management and operate 3,900+ units across three provinces. Our team grows to 250+ strong, and we dominate the awards scene, winning five Saskatchewan Landlord Association awards, including ‘Rental Housing Provider of the Year’ for the second straight year.

2021

Award-Winning Excellence

From Saskatchewan to Manitoba, our commitment to excellence shines. We’re named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies again, while Deveraux Apartment Communities racks up industry awards, including ‘Rental Housing Provider of the Year’ and ‘Landscape Project of the Year.’

2020

Expanding Further into Alberta 

We open a Calgary office and break ground on Plaza Apartments at Northland Village, our first project in the city. At the same time, we secure prime land across Alberta, setting the stage for future developments in Calgary and Edmonton.

2019

Growth & Recognition 

We’re named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a testament to our rapid growth and strong leadership. Alberta joins the map with G17 Apartments at Tamarack (350 units) in Edmonton. With 130 employees and 1,900 units under management, our momentum is unstoppable.

2015

A Bold Step into Winnipeg 

We expand beyond Saskatchewan, bringing our vision to Winnipeg with The Summit at Seasons—at 416 units, it’s our largest project yet. With 870 units under management and a team of 45, we’re just getting started.

2010

Building Big, Thinking Bigger

We build Sky Harbour Estates (314 units), Regina’s largest apartment community in decades. From just 12 employees and 440 units under management, we’re laying the foundation for something big.

2008

An Inspired Start 

The Deveraux Group of Companies is founded, and we immediately make our mark by acquiring our first apartment community, Lewvan Village, in Regina, Saskatchewan. Taking control of our future, we establish our own property management division, delivering superior service, swift execution, and cost efficiency from day one. 

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