The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) 2026 Board of Directors election starts Friday, January 23! Here are the key details you need to know. 

• Voting opens: Friday, January 23 at 9:30 am
• Voting closes: Friday, January 30 at 12 noon 

This year, eight members are running to fill five spots:

• Four two-year terms
• One one-year term

All active members in good standing can vote in the election. 

Access the candidate information site here. 

On this site, you can read candidate bios and learn more about their work experience and designations. You'll also find voting instructions and information about GVR's election process. 

GVR's Board Development Committee (BDC) has a mandate to guide a year-round process to ensure there are always candidates with the necessary skills, experience, competence, character, and commitment for members to choose from in GVR’s annual Board of Directors election.  

The BDC uses a best practice followed by many large organizations worldwide: the recommendation process. Companies like Vancity, Coast Capital, and Apple use a recommendation process. It's designed to ensure that director candidates are carefully evaluated based on critical criteria, allowing for an informed and efficient election. 

After completing interviews with the assistance of a third-party, and reference checks, the BDC determines which candidates meet the criteria for directors. Candidates who meet the qualifications and demonstrate the necessary leadership skills will receive a “recommended” status. This status will be highlighted on the voting platform during the election.

On the morning of January 23, you'll receive an email with the voting link. You can also access the voting site from our member website and member news blog. The names of both recommended and non-recommended candidates will appear on the ballot.

We'll send reminders to vote throughout the voting period. 

You can only vote once during the voting period. If you experience technical difficulties, call us at 604-730-3000. 

Whether you’re running for a seat or participating as a voter, this election is your opportunity to shape the future of GVR. We encourage you to stay engaged in the process and make informed choices when it’s time to vote.