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GVR
GVR Notice of AGM March 31, 2026
Friday, February 27, 2026
Register to attend GVR's annual general meeting (AGM) on March 31 in Burnaby. (1 minute read)
GVR
Three new ways we’re making it easier to reach us in 2026
Friday, February 27, 2026
Here's three new ways GVR is making it easier to contact us. (2 minute read)
Technology
Paragon Connect updates help you work smarter, faster
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Check out the latest updates to Paragon Connect. (1 minute read)
GVR
CEO Message: Why the Community Relief Fund marks an important step forward for our profession
Thursday, February 26, 2026
GVR CEO Jeff King discusses our Charitable Relief Fund, how it came to be, and what it will do. (1:44 minute video)
Technology
GVR's Commercial Network and CBES are growing
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Learn more about how to use the Commercial Broadcast Email Service. (1 minute read)
Events
Real Estate Institute's BC Real Estate + Energy Lunch and Learn is March 10
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Learn more about the evolving intersection of BC's energy and real estate sectors over lunch on Tuesday, March 10. (1 minute read)
Education
What is Triple Net leasing?
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Triple Net leasing is not always as straightforward as it seems. (1 minute read)
Competition Bureau expands investigation to include GVR
Friday, February 20, 2026
This development is an extension of the investigation that the Bureau commenced in 2024 into CREA’s rules and policies. (2 minute read)
GVR
Make your mark: Sign up for GVR’s new website focus group
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Your association is working on a total revamp of our websites, and we want your input. (1 minute read)
Taxes
GVR working with BCREA to advocate for REALTORS® after province announces PST on real estate services
Thursday, February 19, 2026
We’re advocating to both repeal the expansion, and to get more clarity around how it would be implemented if the government chooses to move forward with it. (3 minute read)
Organized Real Estate
Thinking about taking on a commercial deal?
Thursday, February 19, 2026
The latest Brokers Corner covers the key dos and don’ts residential REALTORS® should know before stepping into commercial transactions. (9:49 minute watch)
Events
Learn what’s shaping Vancouver at the Vancouver Real Estate Forum in March
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The biggest commercial real estate forum in BC is coming March 31-April 1. (1 minute read)
Organized Real Estate
GVR rings in Lunar New Year with CREPA
Friday, February 13, 2026
GVR was on hand at the Chinese Real Estate Professionals Association (CREPA) Lunar New Year dinner. (1 minute read)
BC Real Estate Association (BCREA)
BCFSA releases major update to residential contract clauses
Thursday, February 12, 2026
BCFSA has released a significant update to the template contract clauses used with the BCREA Contract of Purchase and Sale – Residential. Here's what you need to know. (2 minute read)
Technology
Phishing alert: Realtylink.org contact feature being targeted
Thursday, February 12, 2026
We’ve been made aware of several recent phishing attempts using the “Contact the REALTOR®” feature on Realtylink.org. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path – GVR’s transformative 2026 with CEO Jeff King
Thursday, February 12, 2026
GVR CEO Jeff King joins the Critical Path podcast to look back at 2025 and ahead to 2026. (35:15 listen)
Events
The 2025 Medallion Club Awards Giving Gala is March 5
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Get your tickets for the March 5 Medallion Club Awards Giving Gala today! (1 minute read)
GVR
A faster way to connect with us: Access our new webchat today!
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
You can now ask our specialists questions online at member.gvrealtors.ca. (2 minute read)
January 2026 MLS® Market Insights Video
Monday, February 09, 2026
Watch our video summary of the January 2026 MLS housing market statistics. (2:16 video)
Skill-based phone routing is now live at GVR
Friday, February 06, 2026
You'll notice a change the next time you call in - fewer transfers, faster service. (1 minute read)
Education
Looking for more PDP options?
Friday, February 06, 2026
There are lots of ways to fulfill your PDP requirements. (1 minute read)
GVR
CEO Message: Indigenous economic development, legal change, and the role of the real estate profession
Wednesday, February 04, 2026
GVR CEO Jeff King disccuses the work your association is doing to partner with Indigenous communities and developers. (3 minute read)
Charity
Connect with clients by sharing BC Home + Garden Show tickets
Wednesday, February 04, 2026
The BC Garden + Home Show is here March 12-15. Don't let your clients miss out! (1 minute read)
Statistics
New year, same housing market in Metro Vancouver
Tuesday, February 03, 2026
Home sales were down nearly 29 per cent from this time last year to start 2026. (2 minute read)
Education
Learn the new Paragon Connect with our updated course starting February 2
Monday, February 02, 2026
This course will be the new required Paragon course for new members, and you can take the course for free. (1 minute read)
GVR
GVR's 2026 Board of Directors election results
Friday, January 30, 2026
Here are the results of GVR's 2026 Board of Directors election. (1 minute read)
Economics
GVR's 2026 H1 residential market forecast: A tepid year ahead for home sales
Thursday, January 29, 2026
GVR's latest housing market forecast calls for slow sales and flat pricing in 2026. (1 minute read)
Member Benefits
Brokers: Why you should check out Payload, the new deposit payment platform
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Brokers can start accessing Payload, a deposit processing tool, with no cost to your office today! (2 minute read)
Events
Where is the market headed in 2026?
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Don't miss our free online 2026 Market Outlook event at 10 am on Thursday, February 12! (1 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Tina Mak
Friday, January 23, 2026
Read Tina Mak's obituary. (2 minute read)
GVR
New phone system and webchat coming in February
Friday, January 23, 2026
We’re delivering a wide variety of service upgrades and new features in the coming weeks. (3 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Dick Huber
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Read Dick Huber's obituary. (2 minute read)
Technology
New SentriLock online application coming January 20
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
The new online form will be on the member website. (2 minute read)
Elections
What you need to know about GVR’s 2026 Board of Directors election
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Get the key details you need to know about GVR's Board of Diretors election process. (3 minute read)
Education
What PDP Changes Mean for Your Professional Development
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
In the first episode of GVR's new Brokers Corner video series, GVR Account Executive Brian Spencer talks to REALTOR®, Broker, and GVR Instructor Josh Bath about new PDP requirements. (5:38 minute video)
Technology
Be aware of Paragon outages during ICE upgrades January 26-28
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Learn more about the upcoming Paragon upgrade and associated outages and downtimes January 26-28, 2026. (1 minute read)
GVR partners with Miami Association of REALTORS® to expand global connections and opportunities for members
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
This partnership will help surface best practices within the real estate sector and help our members more easily connect with international clients. (2 minute read)
Events
Save the date: Medallion Re-Imagined coming March 5!
Friday, January 09, 2026
Save the date! Medallion Re-Imagined is coming to the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver on Thursday, March 5! (1 minute read)
Statistics
2025 Year-End Market Insights
Friday, January 09, 2026
Watch and share our video summary of the 2025 Metro Vancouver housing market statistics. (2:23 video)
GVR team helped make the season brighter for local families in need
Thursday, January 08, 2026
GVR staff delivered much-needed care packages for those in need in December. (1 minute read)
Education
Free monthly Paragon Connect webinars: Hone your skills in 20 minutes
Thursday, January 08, 2026
Get a deeper understanding of Paragon Connect functionality with 20-minute webinars! (1 minute read)
Awards
Last chance! Nominate a colleague for the REALTORS Care® Award or Professional Excellence Award!
Thursday, January 08, 2026
Now's the time to nominate a peer for these awards! (2 minute read)
GVR
GVR and BCREA strengthen collaboration in government relations and professional development
Thursday, January 08, 2026
GVR and BCREA are launching two one-year pilot initiatives that will align resources across both Government Relations (GR) and Professional Development (PD). (2 minute read)
Statistics
Commercial transactions grind higher in third quarter
Wednesday, January 07, 2026
Commercial sales rose in all asset classes in the third quarter of 2025. (2 minute read)
GVR
In conversation: How Service Re-Imagined took shape in 2025
Tuesday, January 06, 2026
GVR's senior leadership team discusses Service Re-Imagined and what it means for you as a member. (9:19 minute video)
Statistics
2025 saw lowest annual sales total in over two decades
Monday, January 05, 2026
Sales were down and listings were up in the Metro Vancouver housing market in 2025. (2 minute read)
Medallion
Medallion 2025 update: Check your status, team fixes, and more
Thursday, January 01, 2026
As 2025 winds to a close, make sure to review your Medallion profile for completeness and accuracy. (1 minute read)
GVR
CEO Message: A year of progress builds momentum for the future
Thursday, December 18, 2025
GVR CEO Jeff King looks back on a busy 2025 and ahead to a busier 2026! (2 minute read)
GVR
A year of progress: Six ways GVR made your business easier in 2025
Thursday, December 18, 2025
See what your association accomplished this year to help make your business better. (2 minute read)
Events
Join GVR at ICSC Whistler 2026
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The annual ICSC conference in Whistler is happening January 25-27, 2026. (1 minute read)
Charity
Announcing your inaugural Community Relief Fund Selection Committee
Friday, December 12, 2025
Join us in congratulating Terri Smith, Jody Squires, Joel Korn, Ron Basra, and Tanis Sullivan! (1 minute read)
GVR Pulse survey: How useful is the REALTOR® News to you?
Friday, December 12, 2025
Quick question: What can we do to make this newsletter even better? (1 minute survey)
Government Policy
Have your say: BCFSA invites feedback on proposed policy ideas
Thursday, December 11, 2025
BCFSA is seeking REALTOR® feedback on new policy ideas that could shape the future of real estate practice in BC. (1 minute read)
GVR
New GVR–BCFSA data-sharing agreement gives member brokerage exemptions from the regulator’s 2026 data call
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
This also provides an exemption for all GVR member brokerages and managing brokers from the regulator’s 2026 residential Data Call for transactions in the GVR board area. (1 minute read)
Education
Congratulations to our 2025 scholarship recipients!
Tuesday, December 09, 2025
We recently awarded GVR's five entrance scholarships for 2025 - see the recipients! (1 minute read)
GVR
The value of GVR’s Commercial Candidate Membership
Monday, December 08, 2025
Learn about the benefits you'll receive as a member of GVR's Commercial network. (1 minute read)
Statistics
November 2025 Market Insights
Friday, December 05, 2025
November home sales extended the trend of slower-than-average sales observed this fall. (2:16 minute video)
GVR
Changes to member dues and fees beginning January 2026
Friday, December 05, 2025
See what's changing starting January 1, 2026 (1 minute read)
Education
Reminder: Province-wide PDP changes coming January 1
Thursday, December 04, 2025
GVR updated our rules to reflect and support the change from 18 to 21 PDP hours starting January 1, 2026. (2 minute read)
GVR
New self-serve features now available in My Profile
Thursday, December 04, 2025
You can now update some personal information at any time using our new, enhanced My Profile page at member.gvrealtors.ca. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path – Driving change through innovation and professionalism with GVR's Craig Munn
Thursday, December 04, 2025
GVR's Chief Corporate Development Officer Craig Munn joins the Critical Path podcast to discuss the new ways GVR is growing to serve you better. (32:04 minute listen)
Charity
Reminder: Our new Community Relief Fund is coming January 1
Wednesday, December 03, 2025
Learn more about what's changing in 2026 to support GVR's new Community Relief Fund. (1 minute read)
Monthly Market Report
Housing market sees little change as year-end nears
Tuesday, December 02, 2025
As the year is coming to a close, many buyers are patiently waiting. (3 minute read)
Member Benefits
How to share TELUS Welcome Home discounts with your clients—and access them yourself
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Did you know you and your clients can access exclusive discounts with TELUS? (2 minute read)
BC Real Estate Association (BCREA)
Get more info on BCREA's Standard Forms update on Dec 1
Thursday, November 27, 2025
BCREA has released a Fall 2025 Standard Forms Pre-Launch Package to help REALTORS® prepare for updates coming December 1, 2025. (1 minute read)
BC Real Estate Association (BCREA)
Recording available: BCREA webinar on Cowichan Tribes v. Canada ruling and trust in property ownership
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Watch BCREA's November 17th webinar. (1 minute read)
Advocacy
 Cowichan Tribes v. Canada: Read BCREA’s discussion paper Trust as the Foundation of Property Ownership
Friday, November 21, 2025
Read the paper and register for BCREA's free November 17 webinar on the subject. (1 minute read)
Member Benefits
PREC pension - Why are pension plans not widely promoted in Canada?
Friday, November 21, 2025
Many REALTORS® overlook pension plans because few advisors actively promote them, despite their strong tax and retirement advantages. (3 minute read)
GVR
Service Re-imagined: Pairing cutting-edge tools with human insights to better serve your needs
Friday, November 21, 2025
GVR is simplifying member support with new self-serve tools, one contact number, and smarter tech on the way. (2 minute read)
GVR Cyber Aware
GVR Cyber Watch: Staying cyber-safe through the holidays and year-end
Friday, November 21, 2025
In the latest GVR Cyber Watch (formerly CISO Corner), we give you tips on how to keep your data safe and secure this holiday season. (3 minute read)
Help us evaluate new products in January
Friday, November 21, 2025
Want an early look at some products and services we're evaluating? We're hosting two focus groups in January. (1 minute read)
CEO Message: A continued focus on progress, professionalism, and member value
Thursday, November 20, 2025
In his latest update, Jeff highlights the work GVR has done to improve its services this year, and shares what's next for your association. (3 minute read)