On November 18, 2025, the BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA) released a discussion paper titled, “Strengthening Confidence in Real Estate Services”. The paper outlines several policy ideas aimed at enhancing transparency, fairness, and professionalism across the real estate sector.

BCFSA is inviting input from both consumers and real estate licensees as it explores possible changes. These ideas could inform future regulatory proposals affecting how REALTORS® work with clients and the public.

The BC Real Estate Association (BCREA) is urging all Realtors to review the discussion paper and provide feedback directly to BCFSA before the deadline. Member participation ensures that policy development reflects real-world experience and the practical realities of your work.

The discussion paper and consultation materials are available on BCFSA’s website. Feedback must be submitted by Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 11:59 pm PT.

To help inform its own submission, BCREA will:

• Launch a province-wide Realtor survey in early January, giving all members a chance to share their views. 

• Host focus groups with Realtors, in partnership with real estate boards and associations, to explore key issues in greater depth.

These insights will guide BCREA’s advocacy and ensure its recommendations to BCFSA are balanced, evidence-based, and grounded in real practice conditions. 

We’ll continue to share updates as BCFSA’s consultation progresses. If you have questions or feedback, you can contact BCREA’s Government Relations team at gr@bcrea.bc.ca.