elcome to the Winter 2024 edition of Self-Storage Canada, the official publication of the Canadian Self Storage Association (CSSA).

In this issue, we proudly announce the inaugural Canadian Top Operators list for 2024. On page 30, you will find the top 20 self-storage operators in the Canadian market. We will publish this annual list in the Winter edition every year. Was your company not listed? Despite numerous emails and announcements on social media, some operators did not respond to the survey. If you are interested in participating in 2025, please email me at poppy@modernstoragemedia.com.

Also in this issue, we present the 2024 International Facility of the Year winner, Green Storage Hamilton in Hamilton, Ont. Please see page 22 to read about this fantastic facility that surpassed all other international entries this year!

As for our cover story, it features Jason Koonin, CEO of Bluebird Storage Management and its American cousin Sunbird Storage. Although Koonin and company have now built a successful property management company in Canada, the fact that it began as a virtual endeavor in a North Carolina basement during COVID is awe-inspiring.

Last but certainly not least, we thank the CSSA for its continued support and wish you and your loved ones a very happy holiday season and an amazingly Happy New Year!