BC Real Estate Association

🏡 Curious about what goes on behind the scenes in BCREA’s advocacy efforts? CEO Trevor Koot breaks down how BCREA works with government and regulators to get real results. Watch now: youtu.be/RE1YnHANoJs?si… #BCREA #BCREAAdvocacy

Since moving to Peachland, BC, in 2023, Niki Rose has joined the Chamber of Commerce and started a book club. We talked to her about her community efforts in the latest issue of BCREA’s Open House newsletter: bit.ly/4hk9GA9

BCREA Policy Analyst, Brenna Friesen, delivered the breakfast address at the Gentle Density Summit held in Vancouver last month. As breakfast sponsors, we were happy to show support for diverse housing options that help people find homes at various price points. #GentleDensity

🏡 Housing Market Update: Watch BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson discuss the February 2025 statistics: youtu.be/RnP961wHMS8?si…

🏙️BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson joined a panel hosted by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade to discuss overcoming BC’s housing supply challenges amid economic uncertainty. #BCHousing #HousingSupply

🗞️The March edition of BCREA’s Open House newsletter is out! This issue contains articles on Peachland REALTOR® Niki Rose and her efforts to foster community, whether BC REALTORS® can list out-of-province properties, and more. Read more and subscribe: bit.ly/4iY3ZsJ

📉 BCREA reports that 4,947 residential unit sales were recorded in MLS® Systems in February 2025, down 9.7 per cent from February 2024. See the full stats for February 2025 here 👉 bit.ly/3Dz8ZF9

🏡Thank you to the @bcrea & @CMBA_BC for hosting a reception for MLAs to hear #RealEstate issues, incl. fair regulations, improved access to mortgage financing & industry collaboration, to help more people achieve homeownership! #SunitaDhirBC #VancouverBC #VictoriaBC #BC #BCPoli

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Victoria for BCREA's Government Liaison Days 2025. This was an incredible opportunity to connect with sector leaders and MLAs, share ideas, and strengthen collective advocacy efforts. Until next year! 🌟 #bcreaadvocacy

In a housing crisis, the media plays a key role in delivering information to the public 📰 Journalists Frances Bula and Rob Shaw took centre stage at BCREA’s Government Liaison Days to discuss the media perspective on housing in BC. #bcreaAdvocacy

Last night, BCREA’s Government Liaison Days delegates gathered with MLAs for a reception co-hosted by the Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association – BC. It was a great opportunity for REALTORS® to meet, greet, and talk with MLAs about real estate issues. #bcreaAdvocacy

Fresh off an election victory in October and a budget presentation last week, BC Premier David Eby visited BCREA’s Government Liaison Days for a wide-ranging conversation. #bcreaAdvocacy

On day three of BCREA’s Government Liaison Days, delegates gathered for an interactive provincial advocacy session, led by Harriet Permut of Greater Vancouver REALTORS® and Seth Scott of the Association of Interior REALTORS®. #bcreaAdvocacy

A failed deal before closing? It happens. Anticipatory repudiation can disrupt real estate transactions, learn how to manage the risks in our latest ⚖️ Legally Speaking: bit.ly/43o70yc

Tariff uncertainty slowed February's housing activity 🏡 BCREA reports that 4,947 residential unit sales were recorded in Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) Systems in February 2025, down 9.7 per cent from February 2024. Find all the February stats here 👉 bit.ly/3Dz8ZF9

It’s the third and final day of BCREA’s Government Liaison Days. Research Co. President Mario Canseco kicked things off with a discussion of housing and public opinion. #bcreaAdvocacy

The FVREB wrapped up a successful meeting with @BruceBanman & @KorkyNeufeld on day 1 of @bcrea’s GL Days. #bcreaadvocacy

A healthy housing ecosystem needs diverse viewpoints. On March 10, BC Green Party Interim Leader Jeremy Valeriote brought his party’s perspective to BCREA’s Government Relations Days. #bcreaAdvocacy

BC REALTORS®, federal focus. Dil Puar, the Canadian Real Estate Association’s Director of Government Relations, checked into BCREA’s Government Relation Days to provide a federal advocacy perspective. #bcreaAdvocacy

What’s next for housing legislation in BC? 🏘️ Minister of Housing Ravi Kahlon visited BCREA’s Government Liaison Days to discuss provincial policy. #bcreaAdvocacy