Frequently Asked Questions

Brigil is a leading real estate company founded in 1985, offering rental, purchase, and commercial development solutions. With distinctive expertise, we are committed to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, creating complete living environments to enhance quality of life throughout the greater National Capital Region.

The company’s name was inspired by Gilles Desjardins’ father, Gabriel. He used the ‘Bri’ from his father’s name and added ‘Gil.’ A simple yet meaningful tribute that reflects the importance of family at the heart of Brigil’s story.

It’s a community where, over the years, thousands of people have lived, grown, worked, played, and experienced a quality of life that exceeded their expectations. It’s also a community that has placed social connections, culture, shared spaces, and active living at the heart of its priorities.

The protection of trees. The development of green spaces. Accessibility to electric, public, and active transportation. The creation of pedestrian-friendly communities. Supporting local businesses by encouraging the purchase of local products. These are just a few of the ways we honor our unwavering commitment to our planet, our projects, and the health of our fellow citizens.

Yes, please see our promotion page right here : https://brigil.com/en/discover-our-promotions/

Yes, we offer 5% to thank you for your services. This discount applies to both renting a unit and purchasing a single-family or garden home. Certain conditions apply.

Most apartments include five stainless steel appliances, high-speed internet, air conditioning and heating, water and electricity utilities, rolling window blinds, and an electric vehicle charging station.

Yes, we offer some furnished apartments in select communities, primarily at 460 St-Laurent in Ottawa and Horizon in Gatineau. Please contact our housing consultants for more information.

Of course! We have on-site concierges during the day, 24/7 surveillance cameras, an emergency generator, resident-only access via electronic key fobs, and some of our communities conduct criminal background checks.

Simply go to the page of the community you’re interested in and click the “Schedule a Visit” button located under the introduction. Choose a time that works for you and answer the additional questions. Click “Confirm Event” when you’re done. We also have leasing offices near our communities, allowing you to visit the property in person. The leasing office hours are also listed on the page of the community you’re interested in.

Our Apogée communities are already equipped with all the necessary appliances, so it is not possible to replace them with personal appliances.

Yes, it is possible! Most of our communities offer indoor and outdoor parking for rent, subject to availability and applicable fees.

Yes, absolutely! Our communities are completely smoke-free

Yes, a credit check is required to rent with Brigil. It helps verify the applicant’s ability to meet their financial obligations.

The credit approval process typically takes 24 to 48 business hours after the complete application has been received. Please note that weekends and holidays are not included in this timeframe.

For any inquiries, please call the following numbers: in Ontario at 613-704-5455, and in Quebec at 819-303-8850.

Yes, we currently have houses for sale in two of our communities: Ruisseaux Lépine and Domaine du Vieux-Port.

Brigil makes homeownership more accessible by offering the option to buy with no down payment, or to choose a rent-to-own program. Certain conditions apply. Please consult one of our housing advisors for more information.

Yes, pets are allowed in our communities. However, they must not exceed a maximum weight of 20 lbs.

Yes, it’s possible! You simply need to make a reservation with the concierge assigned to your community.

No problem! Your friends and family are welcome in our common areas, as long as they are accompanied by a resident.

As stated in your lease, it is your responsibility to find a subtenant if you wish to leave the apartment before the end of the contract. We ask that you inform us as soon as you have found someone so that we can approve the person and finalize the necessary steps.

Each community has its own emergency number, which is provided in your lease. If you don’t have it on hand, please contact your community’s concierge to obtain the necessary information.