(SeaPRwire) –   CALGARY, AB, May 20, 2026 – Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: BEI.UN)

Boardwalk REIT (“Boardwalk”, “the Trust”, “We”) announced today the publication of its seventh annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, which details the Trust’s 2025 accomplishments and strategic initiatives.

Key highlights from the 2025 ESG Report include:

• A reduction in GHG emissions by 20%, energy consumption by 14%, and water use intensity by 7.6% since 2019.
• The successful launch of the Trust’s inaugural solar photovoltaic project at an Edmonton, Alberta property.
• A capital investment of $16.4 million toward energy-efficiency upgrades.
• Increased deployment of water and thermal submetering across the portfolio, with 28.8% of suites now directly metered or submetered for water and 25.7% for natural gas.
• High levels of engagement from Resident Members and Associates, reflected in a Net Promoter Score of 82 and an Associate Net Promoter Score of 76.
• Contributions of over $274,000 in the form of scholarships and charitable donations.
• Enhanced rankings across GRESB and other industry benchmarking evaluations.
• The execution of a pilot climate scenario analysis covering 10 properties.

“Our dedication to ESG remains rooted in responsibility, care, and purpose,” stated Sam Kolias, CEO and Chairman. “By streamlining our operations and enhancing the resident experience, we are building communities that are more resilient, connected, and future-ready. This report showcases the significant progress we achieved throughout 2025 and outlines the priorities that will guide our future efforts.”

The full 2025 ESG Report from Boardwalk is accessible on the company’s website at bwalk.com/en-ca/investors/esg.

CORPORATE PROFILE

Boardwalk REIT aims to be Canada’s most welcoming community provider and the premier choice for living, working, and investing through its “Boardwalk Family Forever” philosophy. Managing approximately 34,000 residential suites across more than 200 communities—totaling 30 million net rentable square feet—Boardwalk maintains a long-standing reputation for creating better communities where love always lives^TM. Through its three distinct brands—Boardwalk Living, Boardwalk Communities, and Boardwalk Lifestyle—the Trust serves a diverse demographic, supporting residents throughout every stage of life. Boardwalk’s disciplined strategy regarding acquisitions, development, capital allocation, and property management enables the delivery of exceptional experiences across Canada. Driven by a culture of peak performance, the Trust is committed to high-quality service and products, which fosters strong resident retention, market-leading operating results, and consistent value creation for all stakeholders through stable monthly distributions and increased free cash flow.

Boardwalk REIT’s Trust Units trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BEI.UN. Further details regarding the Trust can be found at www.bwalk.com/investors.

SOURCE Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust