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The Critical Path – Unlocking affordability through ADUs with Four Pillars’ Larry Traverence and Joseph MacLean
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
PREC pension - a look at the tax consequences when a REALTOR® passes
Thursday, July 24, 2025
How to taxes affect REALTORS® when they pass, and what can they do to protect their wealth? (2 minute read)
Events
Don’t miss out – PacificWest Pre-Conference Connect Social almost sold out!
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Tickets are nearly gone for the PacificWest 2025 Pre-Conference Connect Social - get yours today! ( 1 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path – Consumer confidence in real estate with BCFSA CEO Tolga Yalkin
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 listin)
GVR
PREC pension - the fallacy of the RRSP refund
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
Build your skills, lead with insight, and grow your business at PacificWest 2025
Thursday, July 10, 2025
PacificWest will have a session that will help in your professional development. (2 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Dick Richards
Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Read the obituary for past president Dick Richards. (2 minute read)
GVR
PREC pension - ever heard of the RRSP “double dip” deduction?
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)
GVR
PREC pension - discovering tax deductions for BC REALTORS®
Thursday, June 26, 2025
If you operate as a PREC, you can access the Realtor pension plans with tax-saving opportunities. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path - Dealing with cybersecurity threats with Dynarisk CEO Andrew Martin
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
Obituary: Morley Lercher
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Read Morley Lercher's obituary. (2 minute read)
GVR
What pension laws can do for a REALTOR® in BC
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Learn more about how incorporated members can take advantage of pension laws to maximize retirement savings. (1 minute read)
REALTORS Care®
REALTORS® raise $26,000 in support of those affected by Lapu Lapu Day tragedy – but we still need your help
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)
Events
GVR’s REALTORS® Golf Classic returns to Whistler on August 20!
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Get your clubs out for a full day of golf, networking, and fun at the stunning Whistler Golf Course! (1 minute read)
Alerts and warnings
Stay alert – new reports of REALTORS® receiving harassing phone calls
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)
Events
Our PacificWest 2025 keynote speaker is here: Meet Jake Karls
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
Learn more about Jake Karls, the keynote speaker at PacificWest 2025. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path - A new way to engage, with GVR Account Executive Brian Spencer
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
CEO mid-year report to members: Leadership in action in 2025
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
Reminder: CREA's New Member Initiation Fee to increase June 1, 2025
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
Get a deeper understanding of Service Re-Imagined with these videos
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
Lifetime of innovation: GVR’s CIO Shari Wallace recognized nationally as a technology leader in Canada
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
BCIT students team up with GVR to tackle land assembly challenges in the MLS® and more
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)
Obituary
Obituary: Gerry Biggar
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Read Gerry Biggar's obituary. (1 minute read)
GVR
Beyond the MLS®: Check out these discounts and services included with your GVR membership
Thursday, May 08, 2025
Learn more about the services and cost-saving programs you have access to as a GVR member. (4 minute read)
GVR
Honouring Richard Le: GVR supports victim’s son after Vancouver festival attack
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
Beyond buying and selling: Help prepare our next leaders
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
CEO’s Message: Service Re-Imagined: A New Era of Member Support Is Underway
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
Keep the momentum going on GVR’s op-ed housing affordability proposal
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
Jeff King joins Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s national housing strategy council
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
What commercial candidate members need to know to succeed
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Learn more about the roadmap commercial candidate members follow to become successful commercial REALTORS®. (3 minute read)
GVR
New GVR bylaws now in effect: What’s moved from the bylaws to the Member Regulations
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
GVR proactively audits listings to ensure accurate MLS® data
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
The Critical Path - Elevating women in real estate with CWIRE's Jacquie McCarnan
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
PacificWest 2025 – Registration Opens April 14!
Friday, April 11, 2025
Jon us at PacificWest 2025 - register early and save! (2 minute read)
GVR
Updating your credit card info: What you need to know
Wednesday, April 09, 2025
If you need to update credit card information, contact GVR directly. (1 minute read)
REALTORS Care®
Jacquie McCarnan honoured for community support
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
Share our latest op-ed seeking industry collaboration to refine and advance GVR’s latest housing affordability proposal
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)
GVR
GVR’s Canada Post discount now available: What you need to know to get started
Friday, March 28, 2025
You can save up to 40 per cent on unaddressed ad mail. (2 minute read)
GVR
GVR instates Sam Wyatt as 2025/2026 Chair
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
Special resolution passes at GVR’s AGM
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Get the highlights from GVR's 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM). (1 minute read; 2 videos)
GVR
Explore GVR's 2024 annual report
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Explore this annual report to learn more about the key work we undertook in 2024. (1 minute read)
GVR
Greater Vancouver REALTORS® appoints Shauna Woolliams as Vice President, Human Resources
Friday, March 21, 2025
Meet GVR's new VP of Human Relations, Shauna Woolliams. (1 minute read)
GVR
Greater Vancouver REALTORS® advocates for new solution to make housing more attainable in Vancouver Sun op-ed
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
Is your child graduating from high school in 2025?
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)
REALTORS® now receive a discount at Shell gas stations
Thursday, March 13, 2025
All you need to do is register, download the app, and save. (2 minute read)
Real Estate Trading
What you need to know about the Direction Regarding Presentation of Offers rules coming March 17
Thursday, March 13, 2025
The new, revocable DRPO comes with a set of new transparency standards. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path – Service Re-Imagined update with GVR CEO Jeff King
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
CREA’s national ad campaign returns to highlight REALTOR® value
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Learn more about CREA's new ad campaign and get resources to help amplify the message. (1 minute read)
Real Estate Trading
Rules of Cooperation Changes: Irrevocable aspect of the offer presentation rules to be removed effective March 17 on instruction from the regulator
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)
GVR
CEO's Message: New charitable initiative seeks a new path for GVR and our members
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
Increase your listing’s exposure at one of these new MLS® Tours
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Check out our new MLS® Tours in North Burnaby and New Westminster. (2 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Alan Skinner
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Read Alan Skinner's obituary. (1 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Firoz Lakhani
Wednesday, February 05, 2025
Read Firoz Lakhani's obituary. (1 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Roloff Veld
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Read Roloff Veld's obituary. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path Podcast: Our 5 best moments of 2024
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)
Elections
GVR's 2025 Board of Directors election results
Friday, January 24, 2025
Here are the results of GVR's 2025 Board of Directors election. (1 minute read)
Events
Call for speakers: Share your expertise at PacificWest 2025!
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Do you want to share your expertise at Western Canada's premier real estate conference? (2 minute read)
CREA
Transition board Chair, interim CEO named for REALTOR.ca
Friday, January 17, 2025
Patrick Pichette was named interim CEO of REALTOR.ca. (1 minute read)
Events
Save the date: PacificWest Conference returns in 2025!
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Western Canada's premier real estate conference is back in 2025 on October 21 and 22. (1 minute read)
BCREA
New Standard Forms and clauses for tenanted properties coming next week
Thursday, January 16, 2025
BCREA is releasing new Standard Forms and clauses on January 22 to align with new tenant regulations. (2 minute read)
GVR
Changes to member dues and fees beginning January 2025
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
See what's changing starting January 1, 2025. (1 minute read)
GVR
CEO’s Message: Change came every month in 2024 with more to come in the year ahead!
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
This year was a turning point, setting the stage for an exciting future where we aim to lead the real estate industry in professionalism and innovation. (3 minute read)
GVR
Greater Vancouver REALTORS® appoints Anja Tremblay as Chief Financial Officer
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Learn more about GVR's new Chief Financial Officer, Anja Tremblay. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path podcast – Transforming the member experience with GVR Chief Membership Officer Ash Anil
Thursday, December 12, 2024
In our latest Critical Path, we sit down with Ash to discuss his role, and how it will transform the member experience at GVR. (24:04 listen)
REALTORS Care®
REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive donations will help 18,600 people keep warm
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Check out the Blanket Drive tally for blanket/clothing and financial donations. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
Start the new year right: Submit your new listings, amendments, and sales today
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Submit your new listings, amendments, and sales before GVR closes for the holidays from December 24 until January 2, 2025. (1 minute read)
Events
Relive PacificWest 2024 through these photos and video
Thursday, December 05, 2024
Revisit the highlights of PacificWest 2024 with our official highlight reel and photo gallery. (2 minute read)
GVR
Make your best retirement plan with GVR and INTEGRIS
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Learn more about GVR's Personal Pension Plan offering for incorporated members from INTEGRIS. (1 minute read)
GVR
The value of GVR’s Commercial Candidate Membership
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Learn about the benefits you'll receive as a member of GVR's Commercial network. (1 minute read)
Environment
Radon gas is a silent threat you might not know about
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Find out why radon gas can be dangerous to your health, and what you can do about it. (2 minute read)
REALTORS Care®
Thank you to all who participated in this year's REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive!
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
The drive may be over, but we're still raising funds for our partner charities! (1 minute read)
GVR
New, more modern phone system at GVR
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Our new phone systems will help us serve you better in the future. (1 minute read)