As global supply chains continue to recalibrate, Canada is emerging as a critical logistics gateway connecting North American and international markets. Central to this evolution is a new class of inland ports that are rail connected, scalable, energy enabled and strategically positioned to alleviate congestion while accelerating trade. Among the most compelling examples is Camino Long Sault, developed by Avenue 31 Capital with Ware Malcomb acting as Lead Architect, a transformative industrial and logistics hub in Eastern Ontario that is redefining where and how goods move.
A Strategic Node in North America’s Trade Network
Located along Highway 401, one of North America’s busiest trade corridors, and anchored within CN Rail’s Eastern Canadian network, Camino Long Sault sits at the crossroads of opportunity. Positioned midway between major economic centers such as Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto, the site offers direct access to key U.S. markets and cross-border trade routes.
This connectivity is not just geographic. It is operational. As a CN Certified Rail Ready site, Camino is pre-positioned to integrate into intermodal supply chains, allowing tenants to shift from road to rail while improving efficiency and reducing costs.
With more than 530 acres of developable land and capacity for up to 5 million square feet of industrial development, Camino is designed to accommodate the scale required by modern logistics, advanced manufacturing, and distribution users.
Designed for Scale, Efficiency, and Sustainability
Camino Long Sault stands apart in its ability to deliver immediate functionality with long-term scalability. The master plan includes:
- 135 acres dedicated to rail, storage, and intermodal operations
- Over 100,000 feet of track, accommodating dual 8,000-foot trains
- Capacity for 1,000 to 1,200 rail cars and 16,000 TEUs annually
- Flexible land, lease, and build-to-suit opportunities
This infrastructure enables businesses to scale operations incrementally while maintaining flexibility, a critical advantage in today’s dynamic market conditions. Designs can evolve into multiple buildings, expand or be reduced to meet different client needs.
Equally important is sustainability. Rail transportation can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 75% compared to trucking, while improving fuel efficiency and capacity.
As companies intensify their focus on ESG commitments, Camino offers a practical pathway to reducing carbon impact while maintaining performance.
Delivering Integrated Design for Industrial Innovation
Behind the vision of Camino Long Sault is a collaborative, multidisciplinary design approach led by Ware Malcomb, providing architecture, building layout planning, and design services that align operational performance with long-term adaptability.
Ware Malcomb’s expertise in large-scale industrial developments supports the developer’s desire to ensure that the site is efficient and future ready. Their approach includes:
- Master planning and site optimization strategies by providing the latest trends to industrial design including building heights, bay depths, truck court sizes and parking requirements.
- Industrial building design tailored to logistics users by understanding the prototypes or current users and their needs.
- Phased development frameworks to support scalability and understanding multiple phasing approaches to fast track through construction entitlements.
- Integrated sustainability and energy considerations using latest building codes and sustainable approaches to design including Net Zero ready and LEED.
By aligning infrastructure with tenant needs, from cross-dock facilities to cold storage and advanced manufacturing, Ware Malcomb is helping shape a logistics ecosystem built for resilience and growth.
The Reasoning Behind the Branding
Ware Malcomb’s role extended beyond architecture and planning to include the development of Camino’s visual brand identity. The client sought a distinct brand expression that would differentiate the property, resonate with prospective leasing partners, and reinforce its strategic vision while remaining connected to the Avenue 31 corporate umbrella. In response, Ware Malcomb created a cohesive brand system that balances those objectives through a custom logo, supporting iconography, and a marketing brochure designed to attract leasing partners and investors.
The name “Camino” itself carries meaning and intention. Derived from the Camino de Santiago—a historic network of pilgrimage routes in Spain—the word translates to “the way,” symbolizing movement, journey, and connection. This ethos underpins the brand and reflects the project’s role in facilitating the flow of goods across North America.
A Vision Backed by Market Leadership
The development, led by Avenue 31, reflects a forward-looking vision for Canada’s role in global logistics.
“Camino Long Sault represents a strategic rethinking of how inland ports can unlock capacity and drive economic growth across Eastern Canada,” says Gavin MacDonald, Senior Project Advisor at Avenue 31 Capital Inc. “Its connectivity and scalability position it as a critical link between Canadian production and global markets.”
“We are creating more than an industrial park. We are building a fully integrated logistics platform designed to evolve with our tenants’ needs. Camino is about delivering long-term value through infrastructure, innovation, and partnership.”
Positioning Canada for the Future of Logistics
In a world where speed, sustainability, and scalability define success, Camino offers a compelling answer that combines strategic location, large power, advanced infrastructure, and thoughtful design.
For companies looking to future-proof their supply chains, Eastern Ontario is emerging as a powerful option, and Camino Long Sault stands at its center.
