Distribution centre construction cost per sq ft in Toronto
Industrial distribution facilities in the Greater Toronto Area, hard cost only.
Short answer (November 2026): Distribution centre construction in the GTA costs $170–$480 per sq ft in hard costs, before soft costs, contingency and HST (Altus Group 2026 Canadian Cost Guide). For example, a distribution centre of 500,000 sq ft comes to $85.0M – $240.0M in hard cost.
A distribution centre of 500,000 sq ft
| Hard cost (500,000 × $170–$480) | $85.0M – $240.0M |
| Soft costs at 20% | $17.0M – $48.0M |
| Contingency at 10% | $10.2M – $28.8M |
| Indicative total | $112.2M – $316.8M |
Included: the building above grade, including foundations.
Not included: GST/HST, site development, parking, land and financing. Soft costs and contingency above are illustrative assumptions; change them in the calculator.
Source: Altus Group, 2026 Canadian Cost Guide (GTA hard costs, CAD per sq ft), used with permission. Ranges are indicative; your site, scope and procurement route will move the number. See all 17 building types →