ABOUT US

Our Story

Alterra creates intelligently designed, socially inclusive environments that define every area they become a part of.

Supported by exceptionally high standards of construction, their skill lies in masterfully crafting buildings that go on to define neighbourhoods.

Alterra achieves this by working from the outside in, conceptualizing the history, architectural character, culture and personality of a location and translating it into a home.

Their success comes from understanding that the complex relationship between people and place should be the guiding force behind every decision.

From innovative designs to a team of talented professionals, every Alterra condominium exemplifies an absolute commitment to building thriving communities. This philosophy goes right down to their level of consideration when selecting materials and curating surrounding commercial developments. Managed entirely by their own team, Alterra has complete control over the quality and delivery of their projects from start to finish.

Trusted by homebuyers for over 40 years, Alterra’s achievement is built upon a commitment to customer service and satisfaction that goes far beyond conventional industry standards. With more than 5,000 homes and award winning condominiums to their credit, Alterra has established a well-deserved reputation for creating legendary communities across the Greater Toronto Area and Golden Horseshoe.

Alterra continues to be an industry leader when it comes to shaping urban and suburban landscapes—committed to building dynamic properties that impact the areas surrounding them, and creating communities that harbour a unique feeling one can only describe as Alterra.

ROBERT COOPER
PRESIDENT AND
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Over 30 years of experience as a builder in the Greater Toronto Area, Western University graduate Robert Cooper has completed a number of diverse real estate projects. With his service and dedication to the homebuilding and development industry in Ontario, he is the youngest individual to be presented with the prestigious Home Builders Association Lifetime Achievement Award as well as several industry awards for personal and project excellence.
RICHARD M. COOPER
EXECUTIVE
VICE PRESIDENT
Richard M. Cooper attended the University of Toronto where he earned a Civil Engineering Degree, and The University of Western Ontario as an Ivey School of Business MBA graduate. With over 40 years of executive business experience in construction engineering, real estate development and asset management, Richard brings a wealth of knowledge to The Alterra Group of Companies
STEVE MATIJASIC
VICE PRESIDENT
OF CONSTRUCTION
Steve Matijasic’s proficiencies come from over 20 years of hands-on construction experience. He joined the Alterra Group in 1996 and has since been responsible for the overall performance and success of each project. During his 19-year tenure, Steve has diligently performed as a project superintendent, construction manager and provided exceptional abilities to construct and facilitate cohesive teams, interface with public agencies and liaise with key stakeholders.
MARCUS BOEKELMAN
DIRECTOR OF
DEVELOPMENT
Responsible for Alterra’s land acquisitions, site feasibility analysis, planning and project management, this University of Toronto graduate began his career in a commercial real estate brokerage working with many of Toronto’s leading builders. With 17 years of combined real estate, business development and marketing experience, Marcus is committed to urban lifestyle development projects that provide the highest level of quality, design and value to investors and homeowners.
DAVID NAGANO
CONTRACTS
MANAGER
Since graduating from Ryerson University, David Nagano has spent the last 25 years in the land development Industry participating as a planner, project manager and contracts manager. David has overseen the successful completion of a multitude of residential high rise, office, commercial, low rise residential and land servicing projects. He continues to implement his diverse experience and plays a strategic role as a facilitator throughout the complete planning and construction management process.
SHARON GERWITZ
VICE PRESIDENT AND
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
After graduating from York University with an Honours Degree in Science, Sharon Gerwitz went on to work with KPMG, where she obtained her Chartered Accountant designation. There, she developed extensive knowledge in audit and taxation accounting in real estate companies, investment companies, manufacturing companies and the retail sector. Succeeding KPMG, Sharon has brought her level of expertise to Alterra for over 28 years.
MARY MEDUNIC
SALES AND MARKETING
MANAGER
17 years of experience in residential development sales, marketing and client services, Mary Medunic has worked with various developers in Ontario. She is currently a member of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA), Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB) and the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO). Mary has a broad knowledge of the industry and takes great pride in her dedication and commitment to Alterra and their purchaser clients.

The Alterra Difference

Alterra sees things from the outside in, because in order to define a district, they first need to understand it.

Each Alterra project begins with a committed team that takes the time get to know their client. They visualize their client's desired community, and materialize their findings to shape an area and bring it to life. Understanding the complex relationship between people and place is the guiding force behind every decision Alterra makes.

From innovative designs to a team of talented professionals, every Alterra condominium represents the company's absolute commitment to excellence. That's the definition of Alterra. That’s the definition of home.