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Monday, September 08, 2025
This annual client pleaser takes place October 23-26 at the Vancouver Convention Centre - West. Don't miss out! (1 minute read)
Statistics
Monday, September 08, 2025
Homebuyers were more active in August, with sales up from this time last year. (2:34 minute video)
GVR
Thursday, September 04, 2025
Should we remove the Subject Removal and Appointment of Conveyancer form from WEBForms? (1 minute survey)
Taxes
Thursday, September 04, 2025
Share with clients this easy guide to property-related taxes that may affect them as an owner and when selling their home. (2 minute read)
REALTORS Care®
Wednesday, September 03, 2025
Crystal Hung was honoured for pioneering micro-philanthropy and destigmatizing mental illness. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Wednesday, September 03, 2025
Homebuyers were more active in August, with sales up from this time last year. (3 minute read)
Events
Thursday, August 28, 2025
CCIM's Fall Forum is coming to Vancouver October 5-9. Learn more about what to expect and how to register. (2 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, August 28, 2025
This strategy can gain you significant tax advantages while building a portfolio of real estate assets. (2 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Read GVR CEO Jeff King's end-of-summer update. (4 minute read)
Obituary
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Read Ken Ambrose's obituary. (1 minute read)
REALTORS Care®
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Troy Abromaitis led culturally rooted housing and recovery projects following the wildfires that devastated his home community of Lytton in 2021. (1 minute read)
GVR
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Learn how you can provide your new homeowners with discounted services from Telus! (2 minute read)
Education
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Learn more about the change from 18 to 21 PDP hours starting in 2026. (1 minute read)
Organised real estate
Friday, August 22, 2025
Learn more about and apply for director positions with REEOIC and LTSA. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
Thursday, August 21, 2025
What's in store for the housing market for rest of 2025? What does 'days on market' actually measure? GVR's Director of Economics and Data Analytics, Andrew Lis, discusses on the Critical Path.
REALTORS Care®
Thursday, August 21, 2025
GVR Realtor Dave Peerless continues his years-long tradition of cycling for cancer research. (2 minute read)
FINTRAC
Thursday, August 21, 2025
In the third of our profile series, ReallyTrusted is a fully Canadian FINTRAC compliance solution for REALTORS® and brokerages. (2 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Each payment mechanism comes with its own rules and tax consequences - which one should you choose? (2 minute read)
Alerts and warnings
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Be vigilant if you're contacted by this individual. (1 minute read)
Events
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Check out how PacificWest 2025's keynote can help you build your brand. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Monday, August 11, 2025
Home sales in July extended the early signs of recovery that emerged last month. (2:33 minute video)
Podcasts
Friday, August 08, 2025
REEOIC's Leslie Howatt talks about the most common reasons REALTORS® get sued by former clients and shares details about the free resources and tools REEOIC offers to protect you. (27:47 minute listen)
Events
Friday, August 08, 2025
GVR is coming to an area near you in September to give updates and engage with you over snacks and drinks! (1 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, August 07, 2025
REALTORS® who generate significant commission income will eventually face a decision: should they incorporate a PREC or keep things as they are? (2 minute read)
Economics
Wednesday, August 06, 2025
GVR's economist gets to the bottom of what's been driving the housing sales slowdown. (5 minute read)
Statistics
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Home sales in July extended the early signs of recovery that emerged last month. (4 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Your association is launching a new feedback survey called GVR Pulse – and you’re invited. (1 minute read)
FINTRAC
Thursday, July 31, 2025
In the second of our profile series, Iluminai is an end-to-end FINTRAC compliance solution for REALTORS® and brokerages. (2 minute read)
Education
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Interested in commercial leasing? Our new course is for you! (1 minute read)
GVR
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
We're looking for future leaders! Sign up to learn more about what it takes to be a director at GVR. (1 minute read)
Legislation
Friday, July 25, 2025
Learn more about recent changes to BC's mortgage rules. (1 minute read)
FINTRAC
Friday, July 25, 2025
In the first of a new profile series, get to know Fintracker, a FINTRAC compliance tool built for REALTORS® and real estate professionals across Canada. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
Friday, July 25, 2025
They’re building a Realtor-led movement to turn offices into places where homeowners can get help to densify redevelop underused land. Find out how. (27:47 listen)
GVR
Thursday, July 24, 2025
How to taxes affect REALTORS® when they pass, and what can they do to protect their wealth? (2 minute read)
GVR
Monday, July 21, 2025
Your GVR membership gives you more than access to the MLS®, it includes a wide range of services to help you excel in your real estate business. (4 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, July 17, 2025
If you operate as a PREC, choosing how you handle retirement can have major tax implications. (1 minute read)
Events
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Tickets are nearly gone for the PacificWest 2025 Pre-Conference Connect Social - get yours today! ( 1 minute read)
BCREA
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Learn more about BCREA's July 2025 standard forms update. (1 minute read)
Reports
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Check out GVR's latest quarterly Commercial Edge Market Report to see the new look. (1 minute read)
Economics
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Toronto and Vancouver markets are going through a rough patch. Everyone’s blaming ‘uncertainty’, but is that right? (3 minute read)
Podcasts
Friday, July 11, 2025
BCFSA has been working on a new discussion paper called Strengthening Consumer Confidence, and we sat down with CEO Tolga Yalkin for a preview. (34:20 listen)
GVR
Thursday, July 10, 2025
What's the difference between contributing to an RRSP versus a pension plan? The answer might surprise you. (1 minute read)
Events
Thursday, July 10, 2025
PacificWest will have a session that will help in your professional development. (2 minute read)
Obituary
Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Read the obituary for past president Dick Richards. (2 minute read)
Statistics
Tuesday, July 08, 2025
After a turbulent first six months, home sales are showing signs of a recovery. (2:36 minute video)
Statistics
Friday, July 04, 2025
Office sales surged in Metro Vancouver's commercial real estate market during the first quarter (Q1) of 2025. (1 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, July 03, 2025
Learn how you can take advantage of these tax deductions using your PREC and a personal pension plan. (2 minute read)
Statistics
Thursday, July 03, 2025
After a turbulent first six months, home sales are showing signs of a recovery. (3 minute read)
Education
Friday, June 27, 2025
Learn more about our new PDP-accredited course that helps you provide informed guidance to clients interested in sustainable and resilient homes. (1 minute read; 1:57 minute video)
GVR
Thursday, June 26, 2025
If you operate as a PREC, you can access the Realtor pension plans with tax-saving opportunities. (1 minute read)
Technology
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Learn more about the Site To Do Business, CCIM's newest tool for comemrcial REALTORS®. (1 minute read)
Education
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Self-directed learning opportunities for new or seasoned commercial REALTORS®. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Cyber criminals are targeting our profession - hear from the CEO of a leading cybersecurity company on how you can protect yourself. (30:00 minute listen)
Obituary
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Read Morley Lercher's obituary. (2 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Learn more about how incorporated members can take advantage of pension laws to maximize retirement savings. (1 minute read)
Technology
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Don't let cybercriminals get the best of you - learn more about new, free cybersecurity tools you can access today. (1 minute read)
GVR
Friday, June 13, 2025
Watch our video recap of the highlights of GVR CEO Jeff King's 2025 midyear CEO report. (2:20 minute video)
REALTORS Care®
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Some of the families affected by the tragedy are still navigating life-changing injuries, extended hospital stays, and the mental effects of the day. (2 minute read)
Alerts and warnings
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
We’ve recently received new reports of REALTORS® receiving lewd, harassing calls. These calls are targeting women and begin with the harasser posing as a potential client before they escalate. (2 minute read)
Technology
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
The REALTOR.ca SSO will keep your information more secure while protecting GVR’s databases and systems. (1 minute read)
Taxes
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Property taxes are due in early July. Here's what your clients need to know. (3 minute read)
Statistics
Friday, June 06, 2025
Inventory levels across Metro Vancouver reach another ten-year high, while home sales remained muted. (2:46 minute video)
GVR
Thursday, June 05, 2025
Brokers can start accessing Payload, a deposit processing tool, with no cost to your office today! (2 minute read)
Events
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
Learn more about Jake Karls, the keynote speaker at PacificWest 2025. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Tuesday, June 03, 2025
Inventory levels ar reach another ten-year high, while home sales remained muted. (2 minute read)
Economics
Friday, May 30, 2025
After reviewing home sales affected by several Bank of Canada rate cuts, GVR economist, Andrew Lis, indicates things might be changing. (2 minute read)
Government Advocacy
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The speech addressed several key areas, including housing affordability and the immediate and critical need to build a strong, resilient housing sector. (3 minute read)
Government Advocacy
Thursday, May 29, 2025
We worked with BCREA to advocate for reforms to the provincial government's short-term rental regulations. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
Thursday, May 29, 2025
GVR's first Account Executive Brian Spencer discusses the new role and what members can expect on this episode of the Critical Path. (25:44 minute listen)
GVR
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
GVR CEO Jeff King outlines the key work we've completed, ongoing project updates, and more in his mid-year message to members. (5 minute read)
CREA
Friday, May 23, 2025
The new member initiation fee applies to members joining CREA for the first time or members who are rejoining the association after a period of 24-months. (1 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Hear from key GVR staff on the importance, impact, and vision for what Service Re-Imagined means for our members. (1 minute read; 2 videos)
GVR
Thursday, May 15, 2025
The Chief Information Officer Association of Canada has honoured GVR’s CIO Shari Wallace with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. (2 minute read)
MLS® Info
Thursday, May 15, 2025
GVR is working with BCIT BITMAN students on three new projects aimed at improving data quality, automating services, and more. (2 minute read)
Events
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Join us for our next CCIM event, Unlocking Market Intelligence, on Thursday, May 29. (1 minute read)
Obituary
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Read Gerry Biggar's obituary. (1 minute read)
Education
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Watch our video to learn more about the new PDP course on health and wellness. (1 minute read; 2:11 minute video)
Statistics
Friday, May 09, 2025
The slowdown in home sales in Metro Vancouver that began early this year continued in April. (2:51 minute video).
Technology
Thursday, May 08, 2025
All real estate licensees in BC have free access to the Cyber Guard loss prevention program. (1 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, May 08, 2025
Learn more about the services and cost-saving programs you have access to as a GVR member. (4 minute read)
Statistics
Friday, May 02, 2025
The slowdown in home sales in Metro Vancouver that began early this year continued in April, with sales down nearly 24 per cent from this time a year ago. (2 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, May 01, 2025
We encourage all members and people within the community to do what they can to support the victims of this heartbreaking attack. (1 minute read)
GVR
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Learn how you can get involved in shaping GVR's future leaders by joining the Board Development Committee. (1 minute read)
GVR
Monday, April 28, 2025
With Service Re-Imagined, we are investing in a better, faster, more intuitive experience for you—now and into the future. (2 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, April 24, 2025
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is the latest organization to back GVR's latest housing affordability proposal. (1 minute read)
Government Advocacy
Thursday, April 24, 2025
The Council convenes industry leaders to engage with federal decision makers to provide practical, front-line insight. (1 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Learn more about the roadmap commercial candidate members follow to become successful commercial REALTORS®. (3 minute read)
Economics
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Is the threat of tariffs the reason why there are a lack of home buyers? Let's take a look with GVR economist, Andrew Lis. (5 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Several administrative and procedural rules have been removed from GVR’s bylaws and placed in the new Member Regulations. (2 minute read)
MLS® Info
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Members must respond to audit emails within 24 hours or risk having their listings "cancel protected," rendering them invisible until resolved. (3 minute read)
Podcasts
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Learn about the nuances in the paths women in real estate tread, and the resources available to help with REALTOR® Jacquie McCarnan.
Events
Friday, April 11, 2025
Jon us at PacificWest 2025 - register early and save! (2 minute read)
Economics
Friday, April 11, 2025
See what Metro Vancouver's commercial market may look like in 2025. (2 minute read)
Technology
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Read about the latest cyber security threats affecting our profession and beyond, and see what your association is doing to combat them. ( 4 minute read)
MLS® Info
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Use our guide to help your clients understand changes to the way prices and sales are displayed on REALTOR.ca. (2 minute read)
Statistics
Thursday, April 10, 2025
March home sales were the lowest going back to this time in 2019, while active listings continued its upward trend. (2:50 minute video)
GVR
Wednesday, April 09, 2025
If you need to update credit card information, contact GVR directly. (1 minute read)
REALTORS Care®
Monday, April 07, 2025
The REALTORS Care® Award celebrates GVR Realtors who volunteer for charity over a sustained period of time. (2 minute read. 4 minute video)
GVR
Friday, April 04, 2025
Read and share GVR CEO Jeff King's latest op-ed on our proposed Canadian Home Ownership Community Bond in REM Magazine. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Thursday, April 03, 2025
In aggregate, commercial transaction volumes in the Lower Mainland finished 2024 at the lowest level recorded in over a decade. (2 minute read)
Statistics
Wednesday, April 02, 2025
March home sales were the lowest going back to this time in 2019, while active listings continued its upward trend. (2 minute read)
Education
Monday, March 31, 2025
Get a deeper understanding of Paragon Connect functionality with 20-minute webinars! (1 minute read)
Touchbase
Monday, March 31, 2025
If you do business with REALTORS® on Vancouver Island, you'll need to call, text, or email them. (1 minute read)
GVR
Friday, March 28, 2025
You can save up to 40 per cent on unaddressed ad mail. (2 minute read)
GVR
Friday, March 28, 2025
Sam Wyatt is GVR's Chair for the 2025/2026 year. Meet your new Board of Directors! (1 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Get the highlights from GVR's 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM). (1 minute read; 2 videos)
Education
Thursday, March 27, 2025
As a Realtor, learn why DEI is vital for strong client relationships, professional excellence, and more equitable housing. (1 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Explore this annual report to learn more about the key work we undertook in 2024. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Sold prices will be displayed 30 days after closing, reducing the previous one-year non-display rule. (2 minute read)
GVR
Friday, March 21, 2025
Meet GVR's new VP of Human Relations, Shauna Woolliams. (1 minute read)
Monthly Market Report
Thursday, March 20, 2025
We have now corrected the February release and updated our statistics on Stats Centre for both months. (1 minute read)
Education
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Learn about GVR's new course offerings covering AI, DEI, mental health, zoning, and climate resilience. (2 minute read)
GVR
Thursday, March 20, 2025
GVR CEO Jeff King proposes a new Canadian Home Ownership Community Bond in a March 20 op-ed in the Vancouver Sun. (1 minute read)
Education
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
If you're an active member, your high school grad can apply for one of our annual entrance scholarships. (1 minute read)
Thursday, March 13, 2025
All you need to do is register, download the app, and save. (2 minute read)
Real Estate Trading
Thursday, March 13, 2025
The new, revocable DRPO comes with a set of new transparency standards. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
Thursday, March 13, 2025
This episode, we discuss Service Re-Imagined and give you an update on what you can expect to see in 2025. (32:17 listen)
CREA
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Learn more about CREA's new ad campaign and get resources to help amplify the message. (1 minute read)
Economics
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
What should we make of the economic and political uncertainty at the moment? Is there an impact on the housing market? (4 minute read)
Statistics
Friday, March 07, 2025
New listings rose moderately on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver during February and sales decreased. (2:36 minute video)
Real Estate Trading
Friday, March 07, 2025
The IDRPO form will be phased out, and we will revert to the DRPO form following discussions with BCFSA. (2 minute read)
Paragon
Wednesday, March 05, 2025
Learn how to quickly manage your listings without your laptop. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Tuesday, March 04, 2025
New listings rose moderately on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver during February and sales decreased. (2 minute read)
Technology
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Learn about how Commercial Edge can take your commercial real estate career to the next level. (1 minute read)
Paragon
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Everything you need to know about the new AI-powered image tagging service now available in Paragon. (2 minute read)
GVR
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Read about our new program to help residents in times of distress or emergency, launching January 2026. (2 minute read)
MLS® Info
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Check out our new MLS® Tours in North Burnaby and New Westminster. (2 minute read)
Touchbase
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Members have raised concerns about spam—let's keep Touchbase as an effective communication tool. (1 minute read)
Paragon
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Paragon Connect has several ways for you to search for properties on the go. (2 minute read)
Obituary
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Read Alan Skinner's obituary. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Monday, February 10, 2025
Newly listed homes rose 46 per cent year-over-year in January, as sellers appear eager to enter the market. (2:54 minute video)
Real Estate Trading
Thursday, February 06, 2025
Help your clients understand the value of working with a Realtor by showing them our professional obligations. (1 minute read)
Obituary
Wednesday, February 05, 2025
Read Firoz Lakhani's obituary. (1 minute read)
Education
Wednesday, February 05, 2025
Learn more about options to earn PDP hours at any time. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Tuesday, February 04, 2025
Homes newly listed on the MLS® rose 46 per cent year-over-year in January, as sellers appear eager to enter the market. (2 minute read)
Obituary
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Read Roloff Veld's obituary. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Whether you're a long-time listener or a newbie, you have to see these five moments from our first year. (5 minute watch)
Paragon
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Learn more about the functionality of Paragon Connect, with a focus on the Dashboard. (2 minute read)
Paragon
Monday, January 27, 2025
Read how, in early 2025, Paragon Pro and Paragon Connect will harness the power of AI to display info tags to listing images. (1 minute read)
Elections
Friday, January 24, 2025
Here are the results of GVR's 2025 Board of Directors election. (1 minute read)
Events
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Do you want to share your expertise at Western Canada's premier real estate conference? (2 minute read)
CREA
Friday, January 17, 2025
Patrick Pichette was named interim CEO of REALTOR.ca. (1 minute read)
Economics
Friday, January 17, 2025
With a strong end to 2024, we're forecasting 2025 as a strong year for the real estate market. (2 minute read)
Events
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Western Canada's premier real estate conference is back in 2025 on October 21 and 22. (1 minute read)