BOMEX 2025: Event Highlights & Key Takeaways
BOMEX 2025 in Halifax was an unforgettable week of innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing. EcoPilot was proud to take part in multiple events — from education sessions and building tours to hosting the Braindate Lounge. Here’s a look back at what you might have missed.
Education Session: Onboarding AI in Commercial Real Estate
Our Director of Technical Solutions, Tobias Janes, joined Colliers and Ravelin Properties REIT to present “Onboarding AI in Commercial Real Estate: Challenges, Breakthroughs & Success.” Attendees heard the real story of AI onboarding at Halifax’s Maritime Centre including the hurdles, the breakthroughs, and how the project earned a green light from the Colliers PropTech Lab. They explored how AI-powered HVAC optimization and building automation are transforming the commercial real estate industry. Attendees learned from the real-world case study at Halifax’s Maritime Centre, where Colliers and Ravelin worked with EcoPilot to integrate AI into existing Building Automation Systems (BAS).
The discussion highlighted:
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Key hurdles and breakthroughs in AI adoption for CRE
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How the Colliers PropTech Lab evaluated and approved the project
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The measurable impact on energy efficiency, tenant comfort, and operational performance
Building Tour: Scotia Square / Marlstone - Halifax, Nova Scotia
At BOMEX Canada, attendees toured Scotia Square / Marlstone, one of Crombie REIT’s flagship properties in downtown Halifax. This 1.2 million sq. ft. office and retail complex is not only a local landmark but also one of EcoPilot’s best client results buildings and showcases how AI can transform HVAC efficiency at scale.
Tour Highlights
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The construction history and architectural evolution of Scotia Square in Halifax
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Its sustainability journey, culminating in BOMA BEST Platinum certification
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Recognition as a BOMA Canada TOBY Award and BOMA Nova Scotia Award of Excellence winner
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Achieving Carbon Hero status through EcoPilot’s AI-powered HVAC optimization, showcasing how smart building technology reduces energy use, improves tenant comfort, and drives measurable carbon reduction
Why It Matters
Scotia Square / Marlstone is a leading example of sustainable commercial real estate in Canada. By combining heritage, scale, and smart technology, the property highlights how EcoPilot AI for HVAC delivers some of the best client results in their portfolio, supporting carbon reduction goals and long-term operational excellence.
EcoPilot Recognized at the Pinnacle Awards
Another highlight of BOMEX 2025 was EcoPilot’s nomination for the National Pinnacle Award after winning the award for our local chapter, BOMA Nova Scotia.
Although we didn’t take home the national award, it was an honour to see our team recognized on stage alongside other industry leaders. The Pinnacle Awards celebrate role model CRE companies that demonstrate excellence in innovation, teamwork, service, and client commitment — values that are at the core of EcoPilot’s mission.
This year’s winners included:
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Above and Beyond: Brault Roofing (Moncton, NB)
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Customer Service: QuadReal Property Group – 666 Burrard Street (Vancouver, BC)
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Innovation: BGIS Global Integrated Solutions (BMO, Scarborough, ON)
Being named among such accomplished peers reinforces EcoPilot’s commitment to advancing innovation and delivering measurable impact in commercial real estate.
BOMEX may be over, but the conversation continues. If you’d like to learn more about how EcoPilot’s AI for HVAC can help reduce costs, improve comfort, and cut carbon in your buildings book your FREE assessment below with our team at EcoPilot Canada | USA to learn how much you could be saving.