Now Live on Blocksquare’s RWA Launchpad: SORS Capital’s Revolution in Social Housing Tokenization

This initiative aims to address critical funding gaps in Canada’s real estate sector by utilizing Blocksquare’s cutting-edge blockchain solutions. By empowering a global, borderless community of investors, SORS Capital is paving the way for a transformative shift in real estate investment—making it more accessible, inclusive, and impactful. The Canadian market is poised to experience unprecedented engagement and global support, driving forward meaningful change in the sector.

As part of this launch, Blocksquare CEO Denis Petrovcic interviewed SORS Capital CEO Emmanuel Paul on the latest Block-Chat #98 episode. Below is a detailed recap of their conversation, where they discuss SORS Capital’s vision, the challenges in Canada’s social housing sector, and the active funding campaign to kick-start this revolutionary journey with Blocksquare’s community support.

Denis Petrovcic: Welcome, everyone, to another episode of Block-Chat. I’m Denis Petrovcic, your host for today. Joining me is a visionary entrepreneur whose work is shaping the future of social housing and real estate investment through tokenization. Emmanuel Paul, CEO of SORS Capital, thank you for joining us. How are you?

Emmanuel Paul: Thank you, Denis. It’s a pleasure to be here. I’m doing well and excited to share insights about what we’re doing at SORS Capital.

Personal Background and Vision

Denis Petrovcic: Before we dive into the projects, can you tell our community a bit about yourself and how you came to focus on social housing and tokenization?

Emmanuel Paul: Certainly. My journey began in Silicon Valley as a computer engineer. I transitioned to finance after moving to Canada 21 years ago, where I became a designated accountant in Ontario and British Columbia. Over the years, I’ve been involved in management consulting, capital markets, and private equity. My passion for creating impact led me to social housing. Since 2012, I’ve been building homes globally, leveraging innovative Canadian construction technologies. Tokenization emerged as a solution to overcome the biggest challenge in social housing—raising capital efficiently.

The Spark of Tokenization

Denis Petrovcic: That’s a compelling journey. When did the idea of tokenizing assets like real estate first resonate with you?

Emmanuel Paul: My interest started around 2016 when I collaborated with an exchange in Dubai exploring tokenized assets. At that time, the infrastructure wasn’t mature enough—custodial wallets, regulatory frameworks, and reliable tech stacks were missing. However, the concept intrigued me, and I stayed connected to the developments in blockchain. Now, with platforms like Blocksquare, the timing and tools are right for scalable tokenized solutions.

Challenges in Social Housing

Denis Petrovcic: Social housing faces unique challenges. Could you elaborate on why raising funds for social housing is so difficult and how tokenization could change that?

Emmanuel Paul: Social housing has evolved. Today, it includes not only low-income families but also seniors, students, immigrants, and people with disabilities. In Canada, the need is critical—3.5 million units by 2030. Real estate is expensive here, and traditional investors focus on high-return luxury projects. Tokenization allows smaller, diverse investors to participate, bringing liquidity and democratizing funding. This system can create steady, predictable cash flows with lower tenant turnover, making it an attractive investment.

Addressing Housing Gaps and Community Impact

Denis Petrovcic: Beyond funding, are there systemic gaps in Canada’s housing market? How does tokenization factor into addressing them?

Emmanuel Paul: Absolutely. There are significant shortages in senior and student housing, as well as disability housing. The government’s efforts are fragmented, and public-private partnerships lack efficiency. By tokenizing assets, we create a streamlined mechanism for capital flow. For example, affordable housing projects in smaller towns, which traditionally struggle to attract investors, become viable because tokenization removes geographical biases in funding.

Expanding Beyond Big Cities

Denis Petrovcic: Do you think tokenization can redirect investments toward smaller cities, rather than just focusing on major urban centers?

Emmanuel Paul: Yes. The key is building opportunities in smaller cities—creating tech and manufacturing hubs with schools and hospitals. Tokenization can efficiently deploy capital to these regions, bypassing the traditional red tape. This creates sustainable communities with affordable living, jobs, and infrastructure, reducing the reliance on big cities like Toronto or Vancouver.

Roadmap and Goals for SORS Capital

Denis Petrovcic: What’s next for SORS Capital? What’s your roadmap post-launch?

Emmanuel Paul: Our first tokenized project is Central Town Apartments in London, Ontario. Operational since 2012, it’s a senior housing project supported by three levels of government. This existing cash-flowing asset reduces investor risk while funding future developments. Our focus is scaling this model with a $25 million target in the first year, growing through stable, high-quality projects.

Community Engagement

Denis Petrovcic: Any final message for the Blocksquare community about SORS Capital or how they can get involved?

Emmanuel Paul: We’re committed to transparency and education. Whether on forums, Discord, Telegram, or LinkedIn, we encourage questions and dialogue. By supporting projects like ours, the community helps shape a new era in real estate investment—one that aligns financial returns with social impact. Together, we can demonstrate to governments and institutions the power of blockchain in solving real-world challenges.

Denis Petrovcic: Emmanuel, thank you for your time and insights. It’s inspiring to see your approach to leveraging technology for social good. To our community, stay tuned for updates and announcements on our forum and socials. The launch date for SORS Capital’s campaign is 17th November 2024. Emmanuel, best of luck, and we’ll see you on the launchpad.

Emmanuel Paul: Thank you, Denis. It’s been a pleasure.

To learn all about SORS Capital's marketplace pool campaign on Oceanpoint, visit here and don't hesitate to ask any questions.

How to participate in SORS Capital's marketplace pool funding campaign

Pool token symbol: MPOOL-SRC

1. Buy $BST
2. Connect wallet with app.oceanpoint.fi
3. Stake $BST in governance main pool, now you hold sBST
4. Re-stake sBST in Governance marketplace pool - min 6 months staking.
5. Receive passive income in BST rewards.

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