Welcome to our little corner of Kensington!
Founded in 1978, The Dobbin Group owns several commercial properties in the Kensington shopping district of Calgary, Alberta while partnering on multiple mixed-use commercial developments within the retail corridors of 10th Street and Kensington Road NW.
A sunny, bright opportunity
in the very ❤ of Kensington!
We are offering three independent office spaces, take 1, 2, or all 3. Third floor, windows on all sides and skylights. One even has a private patio!
About The Dobbin Group
Our Properties
We own several unique buildings in the very heart of Kensington. Our heritage buildings and newer developments are clustered on the NW corner of 10A Street and Kensington Road an feature the often photographed, iconic Starbucks Building, Kensington Pub and Higher Ground building.
To learn about our buildings, read more here…
Our Tenants
Our tenants are some of the most recognized retailers in Kensingtion and include Higher Ground, Starbucks, Kensington Pub, Manana and many others. Meet our tenants …
Our Team
We’re ready and happy to help you with your media inquires and leasing needs. Come on over to the sunny side of the street! Meet our team…
Our Projects, Past & Present
The Dobbin Group has been involved with several notable redeveloment projects in Kensington including the rezoning of the Carpenter’s Hall (now The Kensingtion) and the Memorial Drive Project (now being built-out by Anthem). Learn about our past projects here.
Our Blog
When Policies Don’t Change: The Problem with TOD
When a great deal of effort and thought are put into a policy document, there is a collective sigh of relief when it is complete. Something excellent and clear has been crafted out of chaos and good intentions, and it should be honored and utilized. However, it should...
Main Streets – Early Adopters
Over the last 18 months the City of Calgary has been conducting engagement sessions to explore a new concept in zoning and transit oriented development for implementation of a Main Streets approach to growth and development. Under the Main Streets initiative, the City...
Zero-Footprint Mixed-Use is Achievable
The call to 'get greener' is getting louder, however incremental changes, although more implementable and digestible, are not adding up to the solution that is needed. With carbon impact to date being irreversible [1], what we do today when building new structures and...