Michael Norton

Michael Norton serves as the Chief Development Officer at CreateTO, a position held since June 2023. Previously, Michael held the same title at Metrolinx from January 2016 to June 2023, where responsibilities included managing development opportunities within the GO Heavy Rail/Light Rail Transit portfolio and overseeing the Metrolinx owned real estate portfolio. Throughout a notable career, Michael has also held various roles in transit-oriented development, land development, and project management at organizations such as York Region Rapid Transit Corporation and IBI Group. Michael's educational background includes a Master’s Degree in Real Estate Development from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Honours Architectural Studies from the University of Waterloo, alongside several executive education programs focused on governance and affordable housing.