Teranet Appoints Sam Ishak as Chief Information Officer to Advance the Next Generation of Canada’s Property Technology Infrastructure
Appointment reinforces Teranet’s commitment to building trusted digital infrastructure, connected experiences and practical innovation that will shape the future of Canada’s property ecosystem.
TORONTO, Aug 20, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Teranet, Canada’s leader in statutory registry services and property intelligence, announced the appointment of Sam Ishak as Chief Information Officer (CIO), strengthening the company’s executive leadership as it continues to advance the technologies that support Canada’s evolving property ecosystem.
As the trusted technology provider behind critical registry infrastructure and property intelligence solutions, Teranet plays a unique role in connecting governments, legal professionals, financial institutions, businesses and property data across Canada. Ishak’s appointment reflects the company’s continued investment in secure digital infrastructure, responsible innovation and connected technology experiences that improve how property transactions are completed and how critical decisions are made.
As CIO, Ishak will lead Teranet’s enterprise technology strategy, overseeing enterprise architecture, application development, information security, infrastructure, business intelligence and technical services. He will champion a customer-centric approach to technology modernization, leveraging data, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to create more connected, intuitive and secure experiences for customers. As the role of the CIO continues to evolve, Ishak will help shape not only Teranet’s technology strategy, but also the future of the business by aligning innovation with customer needs, operational excellence and long-term growth.
“The property industry is entering a new era where trusted data, secure digital infrastructure and intelligent technologies will increasingly shape how people, businesses and governments interact,” said Elgin Farewell, President and CEO of Teranet. “Our responsibility is not simply to harness new and proven technologies, but to apply them in ways that strengthen trust, improve customer outcomes and better connect the people, systems and information that power Canada’s property ecosystem. Today’s CIO plays a critical role in shaping business strategy, and Sam brings the right vision to leverage technology, AI, data and our talented people to accelerate innovation while keeping our customers at the centre of everything we do.”
Ishak brings more than 20 years of experience leading enterprise technology strategy and transformation across the financial services, insurance and government sectors. Prior to joining Teranet, he served as Chief Information Officer at FCT, where he led complex technology modernization initiatives that supported business growth, operational excellence and customer experience. He is recognized for aligning technology strategy with business objectives while building high-performing teams that deliver secure, scalable and innovative solutions.
“Technology has its greatest impact when it helps people do their jobs better—not by replacing expertise, but by enhancing it,” said Sam Ishak, Chief Information Officer at Teranet. “Whether through data, automation or emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, our opportunity is to reduce friction, strengthen security and enable better decisions while preserving the trust that is fundamental to the property industry. Just as importantly, technology must begin with the customer. My focus will be on creating experiences that are simpler, more connected and more valuable while working alongside our talented teams to help shape the future of our business through innovation, data and technology. I’m excited to join an organization with such a unique role in Canada’s property ecosystem and help build the next generation of trusted digital solutions for our customers and communities.”
Ishak holds a Bachelor of Computer Science degree and is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario. He is a Distinguished Certified IT – Chief Architect through The Open Group and was recognized with the 2025 Futurist Toronto CTO Award from CXO Inc. for his contributions to technology leadership and innovation.
About Teranet
Teranet is Canada’s trusted provider of statutory registry services, property intelligence and digital solutions that support millions of property transactions and decisions every year. By connecting governments, legal professionals, financial institutions, businesses and property data through secure technology and trusted infrastructure, Teranet helps build confidence in one of Canada’s most important economic sectors.
With decades of experience modernizing registry services and advancing property technology, Teranet continues to invest in practical innovation that improves customer experiences, strengthens trust and helps shape a more connected, intelligent and resilient property ecosystem.
Founded in 1991, Teranet operates Ontario’s Electronic Registration System and manages the Province of Manitoba’s Land Titles and Personal Property registries. Through Foster Moore, Teranet also delivers registry technology to governments around the world. Its investment in ReadyWhen Tech Inc., creator of GoVeyance, further reflects Teranet’s commitment to supporting the modernization of real estate transactions through practical innovation that serves legal professionals and their clients.
Teranet is proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for ten consecutive years (2017–2026). The company is wholly owned by OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, through OMERS Infrastructure.
