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TORONTO, September 22, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (“Choice Properties“, the “Trust” or “we“) (TSX: CHP.UN) announced today that it has completed its previously announced issuance, on a private placement basis in certain provinces of Canada (the “Offering“), of $300 million aggregate principal amount of series Y senior unsecured debentures of the Trust bearing interest at a rate of 4.836% per annum and maturing on September 22, 2033 (the “Debentures“).
The Trust intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering, together with other available funds, to repay upon maturity its outstanding $350 million aggregate principal amount of 2.456% series Q senior unsecured debentures due November 30, 2026.
Morningstar DBRS has provided the Debentures with a credit rating of “BBB (high)” with a “positive” trend and S&P Global Ratings has provided the Debentures with a credit rating of “BBB+”. The Debentures rank equally with all other unsecured indebtedness of the Trust that has not been subordinated.
The Debentures were sold on an agency basis by a syndicate of agents co-led by TD Securities, CIBC Capital Markets, RBC Capital Markets, BMO Capital Markets and Scotiabank. The Debentures offered have not been registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy nor shall there be any sale of the Debentures in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
About Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust
Choice Properties is Canada’s largest real estate investment trust, guided by a clear purpose: to create places where people thrive. This is how we build enduring value. As a national owner, operator, and developer of high-quality commercial and residential real estate, we go beyond managing assets. We create places that strengthen how tenants and communities live, work, and connect. Our platform is built on industry leadership in sustainability, community engagement, and social impact, embedded across how we operate, build, and grow. As a trusted steward of capital, we are committed to disciplined execution, long-term value creation, and responsible growth. Everything we do is guided by our core values of Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence.
