Bridge Road Developments is a Canadian company that designs, develops, and builds active adult living communities, primarily for people aged 55 and over. They are a company built on a strong foundation of over 100 years of combined experience in entrepreneurship and construction, and powered by a commitment to “quality and community,” according to Harry Funk, vice president and founding partner. Working mostly in the Canadian Prairies and Ontario, their goal is to create housing that supports independent, connected living for seniors, especially in towns and smaller cities where there are limited local options – as Harry says those are the places “where our developments can truly make a difference.” Harry founded Bridge Road in 2007 alongside his partner Wayne Peters. The idea first came from Harry’s mother – she was looking for a decent place to live near her small town in Manitoba, and Harry decided to “be a good son” and develop something for her. “The company started with a clear vision: bring thoughtfully designed, senior-friendly housing to smaller communities that need it,” Harry says. “From there, we’ve continued to grow and evolve, always staying focused on quality and local impact.” From the beginning, Harry says the response to Bridge Road’s offering has been overwhelming: “As soon as we developed one community, we had people jumping up and saying ‘Hey, do one of those for us.’ And the thing that surprised me most is the appreciation we feel from our seniors. They’re just so appreciative of the fact that they can stay living near their kids and grandkids. They don’t have to move to bigger cities and towns. They can retire near their families. They never JULY 2025
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