At Innovative SHS, we are dedicated to creating affordable housing solutions that strengthen communities and change lives. We believe in compassionate capitalism — delivering strong investment returns while addressing urgent social needs through thoughtful, inclusive development.
At Innovative SHS, we specialize in delivering high-impact affordable housing solutions that align strong investment returns with measurable social outcomes. Leveraging our expertise in nonprofit housing, trusted government relationships, and capital markets insight, we bring financially sound developments to life.
Our experienced team is committed to building exceptional properties that meet the evolving needs of our partners and communities. With a focus on quality, innovation, and long-term sustainability, we aim to exceed expectations—creating places where people can thrive and communities can grow stronger together.
Blake is a seasoned capital markets executive with over 25 years of leadership experience at top global and domestic financial institutions, including Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Scotiabank. As a Managing Director and group Head, he built and led high-performing teams across derivatives, foreign exchange, equity, and debt financing—consistently driving revenue growth and strategic innovation.
Today, as CEO of Innovative SHS, Blake brings his financial and management expertise to the development of affordable housing. Under his leadership, the firm focuses on projects that balance long-term financial sustainability with a strong commitment to social impact—expanding access to quality housing for low-income and underserved communities.
Post Residences is an all-affordable housing project in Oakville, Ontario, designed to directly address the urgent need for affordable housing.
The project aligns with the goals of Halton Region and the Town of Oakville’s Housing Strategy and Action Plan, supporting a shared vision for inclusive, sustainable communities.
We are proud to be partnering with local nonprofit organizations to ensure the development delivers not only safe, affordable homes, but also the supports and services needed for residents to thrive.
At the heart of the project is a vibrant Community Hub that will:
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