Every Door Matters. We're invested in more than buildings. We're part of the conversations shaping housing, business and the future of Chatham-Kent.
Our approach
Better housing starts with better conversations.
As a family-owned property management company, Paragon sees housing from the perspective of owners, residents and the community. We believe informed, respectful dialogue can help protect existing rental homes, encourage responsible investment and support safe, well-maintained housing.
Housing that works
Supporting practical approaches to maintaining existing rental supply, navigating Ontario's rental regulations and improving housing outcomes.
A voice for responsible owners
Bringing the experiences of small and local rental housing providers into policy conversations, while recognizing resident rights and housing stability.
Community at the centre
Participating in local business leadership, community partnerships and discussions about Chatham-Kent's future.
Community leadership
Proud Chatham-Kent Chamber member
Showing up. Listening. Contributing.
Sarah's involvement with the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce has created opportunities to bring together business leaders, elected representatives and community stakeholders.
From Chamber events to conversations about growth and housing, Paragon believes local experience matters in public discussion.
Chamber leadership Sarah delivering remarks at a Chamber AGM.
Real conversations. Real community.
Showing up where decisions and communities connect.
From discussions with elected representatives to recognizing the people who preserve local buildings, these moments reflect our involvement beyond day-to-day property management.
Working together beyond Chatham-KentParticipation in business and policy conversations, including discussions involving federal representatives.Celebrating heritage preservationCorine Wagenaar’s commitment to restoring local buildings was recognized through the heritage award for the Carscallen Block in Dresden.
National conversationsEngaging in discussions with political leaders about business, housing and community priorities.Provincial engagementTaking part in opportunities to connect with provincial leaders and members of the community.Corine Wagenaar · 2026 Mayor's Heritage AwardRecognizing Corine’s major restoration and preservation work on the Carscallen Block at 103–131 Brown Street in Dresden.
Photographs document participation in events and community recognition. They do not indicate political endorsement of Paragon by any individual or organization pictured.
In the community
Conversations, connections and community moments.
Municipal leadership conversationsEngaging with municipal leaders and the local business community.Chamber of Commerce leadershipParticipating in Chamber events and community discussions.Federal housing and business dialogueCommunity discussion featuring MP Dave Epp.Working with local leadersCollaborating with business and community leaders across Chatham-Kent.Celebrating local excellenceParagon at the Chatham-Kent Chamber Business Excellence Awards.In conversation with elected representativesAt a Chamber event featuring MPP Trevor Jones.
Images document participation in public and community events; they do not imply endorsements of Paragon by individuals or organizations pictured.
Published letter to the editor · July 30, 2026
Heat max bylaw would come at too high a price
Sarah Molnar wrote to The Chatham Voice about the practical costs a proposed maximum-heat bylaw could place on small landlords and existing rental housing. Protecting residents from dangerous heat matters, but solutions also need to account for building upgrades, operating costs and long-term housing sustainability.
This is a published letter to the editor expressing Sarah’s perspective—not independent news reporting.
We believe advocacy should help people understand the issues behind the headlines. Explore Paragon’s published housing perspectives and our Chatham-Kent election questionnaire.
Housing & rental insights
Articles on renovations, tenant protections, property management and local housing challenges.
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