Our Story
Nautical Lands Group
A visionary entrepreneur with over 34 years of experience in real estate development, Kirk Hoppner is the driving force behind Nautical Lands Group, a leader in independent senior living communities. Starting his business journey at 16, Kirk has demonstrated a keen ability to identify market opportunities and drive growth.
Under his strategic leadership, NLG has expanded significantly, with a clear path to achieving 5,000 housing units by 2026. Known for his insightful approach, Kirk excels at navigating challenges and delivering market-driven solutions, establishing NLG as a trusted name in the industry.
OUR VISION
Through a committed vision, we have become Ontario’s premier owner, builder, and operator of luxury apartment-style residences and suites for adults over 55.
Our passion is to develop communities that we would be proud to call home ourselves and strive, at all levels of the company, to address every resident’s need. We aim to create a community setting for each of our properties that fosters the foundation for a relaxing yet vibrant way of living for anyone choosing to live with us.
Most Outstanding
Retirement Village Developer
We are passionate about improving and transforming the experience of retirement living. With each property in our portfolio, our construction management team establishes new standards for excellence in design, construction, and retirement housing service in local communities throughout Ontario and Alberta.
Recipient of the Globals Award for management and Wellings model.















