104,000 sq. ft. of Class A office space, 3 storey building, LEED Platinum CERTIFIED
evolv1, Canada’s first Zero Carbon Building – Design and Performance Certified, Net Positive.
A uniquely modern 104,000 square foot urban space designed for today’s millennial tech-savvy workforce. Located on the doorstep of Ion Light Rail Transit and showcasing an array of amenities and creative collision spaces, evolv1 offers a perfect light-filled new home for today’s growing tech or professional services company.
Envisioned in collaboration with Sustainable Waterloo Region, EY, and the David Johnston Research + Technology Park, evolv1 was certified LEED Platinum and has achieved a net positive carbon output.
Suites
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Cora Grid Coworking Offices
Premium, private offices for teams of 2-6, designed for innovators in research and technology. Backed by The Cora Group’s reputation for sustainable, Class A office spaces, our suites provide a focused, distraction-free environment with high-quality amenities. We help businesses scale seamlessly with flexible spaces that grow alongside your needs—creating the ideal setting for collaboration and innovation.
Building Details
Located in University of Waterloo's Research + Technology Park
Waterloo Region is an emerging international technology hub, home to startups and significant technology brands such as Blackberry, Google, Opentext, Huawei and SAP. Situated in the David Johnston Research + Technology Park, and located within Waterloo’s Idea Quarter, evolv1 provides the ideal location for high growth tech companies seeking flexible, premiere class A office space.
The IdeaQuarter is home to world-changing ideas, the focal point where academia, industry and people collide, collaborate and excel. A vibrant epicentre for world changing ideas, the Idea Quarter brings together the brightest people, most innovative companies and the best resources.
- 3.2 million SF of office space
- 16,500 tech workers
- 20,000 coop students
- 175 innovative companies
- Home to two top universities: University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University
Accessible Transportation & Parking
Steps away from the new R+T Park Light Rail Transit stop and connected to other locations by bus, evolv1 provides superior connectivity to public transportation. On those days when a vehicle is necessary, the R+T Park has ample free parking equipped with several eco-friendly EV charging stations — a huge advantage over the congested downtown core. And for those keen on cycling to work, there are bicycle racks and showers located inside the building.
- Adjacent to R+T Park LRT station
- 4 parking spaces per 1,000sf
- EV charging stations
- Bicycle racks & showers
Sustainability
Imagined in partnership with Sustainable Waterloo Region, EY and the David Johnston Research + Technology Park, evolv1 was constructed in accordance with LEED Platinum principles and is the first multi-tenant building of its kind in Canada targeting a Net Positive Energy.
Key sustainability features:
- Living wall
- EV charging stations
- Constructed to LEED Platinum principles
- Smart dimmable 1-10V LED lighting
Amenities
Cora Hub Collision Space
Adjacent to R&T Park ION Stop
Public Networking / Event Space
Solar Carport Parking
EV Charging
Secure Solar Carport Bicycle Parking
Outdoor Patio Space
Expansive Walking Trails
Access to Cora Fitness Centre
Showers & Locker Rooms
Neighbourhood
evolv1 is at the heart of the University of Waterloo’s David Johnston Research + Technology Park—a hub where innovation, industry, and academia converge. This vibrant epicenter is where bold ideas take shape, groundbreaking research meets real-world impact, and the brightest minds collaborate to shape the future. Nestled within Waterloo’s thriving tech and innovation corridor, the park offers direct access to leading research institutions, top-tier talent, and a dynamic business ecosystem. With nearby trails, diverse restaurants and cafes, and seamless transit connections, it’s a place where work, sustainability, and community come together.
