MEET THE TEAM

About

First Bay is a boutique property management firm that specializes in multi-tenant industrial and retail assets throughout Eastern Ontario and Atlantic Canada.

Crafting value in real estate with expert care

At First Bay Properties, we redefine property management by blending best industry practices with a boutique, client-focused approach. Specializing in multi-tenant industrial and retail assets across Eastern Ontario and Atlantic Canada, our strength lies in cultivating lasting relationships and delivering hands-on services tailored to enhance the value of your real estate investments. Trust us to transform bricks and mortar into thriving business spaces with our comprehensive and disciplined strategies.


Capabilities

Property asset management
Tenant relations
Maintenance & operations

Financial stewardship
Lease administration
Project coordination

Jonah Bonn
Founder

Jonah Bonn is the Founder of First Bay. He is active in the management of a portfolio of commercial and industrial real estate in Ottawa and Atlantic Canada.

Brian Gold
Co-Founder and General Counsel

Brian Gold is a partner and general counsel to First Bay. He is involved in overall strategy for First Bay from a legal and business perspective.

Shannon Cheng
Controller

Shannon Cheng serves as First Bay Properties’ property accountant and financial analyst. In addition to being responsible for the daily accounting functions and preparation of financial statements, she assists with lease administration.

Alain Guay
Director of Property Operations

Alain Guay is in charge of property operations for the entirety of our management portfolio. With over 10 years of industry experience, Alain brings a breadth of knowledge that is critical to the repair and maintenance of our buildings. 

Ligia Hernandez
Commercial Property Administrator

Ligia provides lease administration services, oversight of tenant accounts receivable, coordination of special projects, and offers direct support to the Director of Property Operations. Ligia holds the Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) designation issued by the Real Estate Institute of Canada. She was formerly employed as a property manager for a 200+ unit rental apartment building in the west end of Ottawa.

Silvia Xi
Property Accountant

Silvia is the newest member of our accounting team. Silvia holds a Bachelor in Public Finance from Liaoning University (China), an Executive MBA from Tsinghua University (China) and a Diploma in Business Accounting from Algonquin College. Silvia was previously employed as a Public Relations Director for Tencent Holdings Ltd., a Chinese multinational technology conglomerate.

Let’s Work Together

Ready to experience a new standard in property management? Whether you're a landlord seeking meticulous asset management or a tenant in search of the perfect space, First Bay Properties is here to guide you. With our personalized approach and deep industry expertise, we ensure every detail is handled with precision and care. Reach out today to discover how our dedicated team can make a difference in your real estate journey.