- EQB Inc. (TSX:EQB), the parent company of Equitable Bank has officially opened the doors to its new national headquarters, the EQ Bank Tower in Toronto
- Spanning 25,800 square metres across 13 floors, the new headquarters is a bold statement of the bank’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and people-centric design
- The tower boasts a modern, sustainable design, with interiors furnished exclusively by Canadian manufacturers
- EQB stock (TSX:EQB) opened trading at C$97.48
EQB Inc. (TSX:EQB), the parent company of Equitable Bank—self-proclaimed as Canada’s Challenger Bank—has officially opened the doors to its new national headquarters, the EQ Bank Tower, located at 25 Ontario Street in Toronto’s Downtown East, the traditional financial district.
The unveiling of the 24-storey tower marks a significant milestone in Equitable Bank’s evolution as a digital-first financial institution. Spanning 25,800 square metres across 13 floors, the new headquarters is a bold statement of the bank’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and people-centric design.
The tower boasts a modern, sustainable design, with interiors furnished exclusively by Canadian manufacturers. It has already achieved LEED Gold Core and Shell certification, with additional certifications in progress, including LEED Interior Design and Construction (ID+C), LEED Operations and Maintenance (O+M), and the WELL Building Standard. The WELL Optimization for Accessibility and Universal Design is also underway, underscoring the bank’s commitment to inclusivity and wellness.
Many aspects of the building were thoughtfully curated with the intent to enhance employee well-being and productivity. From lighting systems that align with natural circadian rhythms to restorative spaces designed to support mental health, the EQ Bank Tower is a workplace built with purpose.
“The EQ Bank Tower is testament to our incredible growth over 50 years in the Canadian market. As this momentum continues, our new headquarters is a meaningful investment in our people and in the infrastructure that we need to deliver on our mission of driving change in Canadian banking to enrich people’s lives,” EQB’s president and CEO, Andrew Moor said in a news release. “We’re excited to collaborate and innovate in a space that features the best of Canadian design and business. Most of all, we’re proud to have a permanent home where we can continue empowering Canadians with the banking services they deserve.”
EQB Inc. is a digital financial services company, with combined assets under management and administration. Through its subsidiary, Equitable Bank, offers banking services. It operates through two main divisions: Personal Banking and Commercial Banking.
EQB stock (TSX:EQB) opened trading 0.65 per cent lower at C$97.48 at and has risen 13.81 per cent since this time last year.
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