In Memoriam Michael Commons, PQS Ontario Chapter

Michael “Mike” Commons, 1961-2023. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mike, beloved husband, father, son, uncle and friend, who passed away on February 24, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mike leaves behind his wife and best friend, Grace; two sons, Dylan and Conor; brothers, Seamus (Brenda) and John (Mary); sisters, Bernie (Tom) and Dolores (Michael).

Mike was a kind and gentle soul who gave far more than he took and was taken from us way too early. Adored by his sons, as well as his nieces and nephews, nothing meant more to Mike than Grace and his two boys, of whom he was immensely proud.

Born in Co. Meath, Ireland, he immigrated to Canada with his beloved Grace in 1987. Mike started his ambitious career at Altus Group in 1989 and spent the next 33 years with the company, most recently as President, Cost Consulting and Project Management. He made immeasurable contributions to the Canadian commercial real estate industry throughout his more than 30-year career. He helped shape the growing skylines across Canada’s major cities by influencing the development of monumental construction projects. His professional legacy will live on, carried forward by the many colleagues and clients whose careers have been mentored and inspired by Mike.

His warm and gentle presence will always be with us, and he will be greatly missed. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca.

“Having had the opportunity to meet Mike on a number of occasions over the years, I always found him to be personable, focused and a leader that upheld the principles of trust and relationships. Our thoughts go out especially to Mike’s family, the many colleagues, friends and acquaintances – Mike will be dearly missed.” – Arif Ghaffur, PQS(F), Chair, CIQS

“The loss of a great mentor, gentleman and professional colleague will leave a void. Mike always made a point to check in one on one and never finished a call without asking about family. His sincerity was genuine and the advocacy for leading the Altus Cost Business Unit was a great legacy that he will be fondly remembered for.”

– Tammy Stockley, PQS(F), Vice Chair, CIQS