
THE BUILDING
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History
Architecture
Energy Efficiency
Amenities
Art Exhibit

Sunbeam Incandescent Lamp Company of Canada
Built in 1908 for the Sunbeam Incandescent Lamp Company of Canada, this industrial building later became the Canadian Head Office for the General Electric Company where they produced electric clocks, fuses and yes, light bulbs.

ENLIGHTENING HERITAGE
Now known as Light Factory, this brilliantly renovated turn of the century manufacturing facility stands testament to our city’s rich heritage – an exceptional example of early 20th century industrial design with features of Edwardian classicism.

INDUSTRIAL AGE CHARACTER
Original brick façade, hardwood floors and 14’ to 30’ high ceilings.

INFORMATION AGE CONVENIENCES
Meticulously revitalized with post and beam architecture within, Light Factory is enriched by a modern understated attitude.

ECOLOGICALLY EFFICIENT
We support sustainable initiatives throughout our building by using individual unit heating and air conditioning controls and energy-saving lighting.

PUTTING ENERGY INTO A GREENER FUTURE
Just like the many businesses who put up their shingle at Light Factory, we care about the environment and are committed to making a difference. It’s why we put our energy into green initiatives and achieving LEED certification for Existing Building: Operations and Maintenance (EBOM).

OUR PROGRESS SO FAR
We earned an Energy Star score of 81 making it in the top 20% of commercial buildings for energy efficiency. We have also successfully diverted 45% of waste from the landfill and achieved 22% water savings (400,000 gallons saved annually).

BUSINESS CENTER
The building’s business center offers tenants a flexible space to meet, collaborate and inspire. Enjoy access to boardroom facilities fully equipped with modern amenities that show your clients you mean business.

COURTYARDS & ROOFTOP PATIOS
Unleash your creative spirit with exceptional public spaces designed in harmony with the building and the neighbourhood. Enjoy our beautifully landscaped courtyards and two rooftop patios.

YOGA STUDIO
You don’t have to leave work to restore your balance. Slow down, stretch out, stay limber and find your focus in a bright and beautiful yoga studio conveniently located right in the building.

COFFEE SHOP
Whether you’re looking for a freshly brewed morning coffee or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, you’ll find an array of delicious choices to satisfy any craving at Bold Brew coffee shop.

FITNESS CENTER
You can help keep your employees energized and focused in our complimentary, state-of-the-art gym facilities. From free weights to cardio, we’ve got the equipment you need to achieve all of your fitness goals.

COMMUNAL LOUNGE
Go to your happy place. Our communal lounge gives you additional space to kick back, share a coffee, share an idea, stay informed about tenant-related issues or just take a moment to yourself.

Art-In-Buildings Program
Time Equities Inc. is committed to enriching the experience of our properties through the AiB program, an innovative approach that brings contemporary art by emerging and mid-career artists to non-traditional exhibition spaces in the interest of promoting artists, expanding the audience for art, and creating a more interesting environment for our building occupants, residents, and their guests.

INTO THE LIGHT
This extraordinary exhibition explores Light Factory’s origins as a light bulb factory, with artists and designers investigating the malleable properties of light through reflection, refraction, capturing light with photography or depicting it with paint. the exhibition features more than 50 artworks by over a dozen artists with strong ties to Canada.