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FINTRAC
FINTRAC compliance tools for REALTORS® - Fintracker
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)
Reports
New look for GVR’s quarterly commercial stats reports
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Check out GVR's latest quarterly Commercial Edge Market Report to see the new look. (1 minute read)
Technology
Unlock the power of commercial market intelligence with STDB 
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Learn more about the Site To Do Business, CCIM's newest tool for comemrcial REALTORS®. (1 minute read)
Technology
The numbers don’t lie: Cybercrime is affecting BC’s REALTORS®
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)
Technology
Our login system is changing to REALTOR.ca SSO solution: What you need to know
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
The REALTOR.ca SSO will keep your information more secure while protecting GVR’s databases and systems. (1 minute read)
GVR
Brokers: Why you should check out Payload, the new deposit payment platform
Thursday, June 05, 2025
Brokers can start accessing Payload, a deposit processing tool, with no cost to your office today! (2 minute read)
Technology
Check out E&O’s free Cyber Guard cyber security service
Thursday, May 08, 2025
All real estate licensees in BC have free access to the Cyber Guard loss prevention program. (1 minute read)
Technology
CISO’s Corner: Cyber sightlines - AI fraud, cyber drills, and seasonal threats
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
Sold listings on REALTOR.ca: Your client conversation guide
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)
Education
Free monthly Paragon Connect webinars: Hone your skills in 20 minutes
Monday, March 31, 2025
Get a deeper understanding of Paragon Connect functionality with 20-minute webinars! (1 minute read)
Touchbase
Vancouver Island, Victoria boards no longer using 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)
MLS® Info
Pending and closed statuses coming to REALTOR.ca April 10
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Sold prices will be displayed 30 days after closing, reducing the previous one-year non-display rule. (2 minute read)
Paragon
On the go with Paragon Connect: Listing input maintenance
Wednesday, March 05, 2025
Learn how to quickly manage your listings without your laptop. (1 minute read)
Technology
Commercial Edge: Empower your decisions with data driven insights
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Learn about how Commercial Edge can take your commercial real estate career to the next level. (1 minute read)
Paragon
FAQ: Preparing for AI image tagging on 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)
Touchbase
Reminder: Keep Touchbase professional and purposeful
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Members have raised concerns about spam—let's keep Touchbase as an effective communication tool. (1 minute read)
Paragon
On the go with Paragon Connect: Searches
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Paragon Connect has several ways for you to search for properties on the go. (2 minute read)
Paragon
On the go with Paragon Connect: The Dashboard
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Learn more about the functionality of Paragon Connect, with a focus on the Dashboard. (2 minute read)
Paragon
Richer details in listing images coming to Paragon Pro and Connect
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)
MLS® Info
Active Under Contract status coming to REALTOR.ca next week
Thursday, January 09, 2025
REALTOR.ca will have a new “Active Under Contract” status starting on January 14. (2 minute read)
Technology
6 new services and tools GVR launched this year you need to check out
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Check out all of the new tools GVR now offers to help your business. (2 minute read)
Paragon
Use Paragon to share lifestyle insights with clients
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Local Logic powers new neighbourhood reports in Paragon with two options: Lifestyle Heatmaps and Lifestyle Scores. (1 minute read)
Technology
CISO Corner: Sleigh fraud this season with these cybersecurity tips for REALTORS®
Thursday, November 28, 2024
In our inaugural CISO Corner, learn how you can safeguard yourself and your clients this holiday season. (4 minute read)
MLS® Info
Listing hacks - Assume Identity for help, convenience, or to save time
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Learn how you can share Paragon access with colleagues without sharing credentials! (1 minute read)
Paragon
Create quality, dynamic reports with EasyCMA
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Learn more and get started with Paragon's exciting new CMA tool, EasyCMA! (1 minute read)
Paragon
Collaboration Centre mobile app offers new way to connect with clients
Friday, November 08, 2024
The new Collaboration Centre mobile app connects you and your clients like never before! (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
Listing hacks - Use Hotsheets to track pending sales
Thursday, November 07, 2024
Looking to track pending sales? Set up a Hotsheet search! (1 minute read)
Technology
Travelling abroad? Plan ahead to avoid access issues
Thursday, November 07, 2024
If you're travelling outside of North America we recommend you have a plan in case you can't access GVR services like Paragon. (1 minute read)
Paragon
Auto Data Transfer from WEBForms pilot now available
Thursday, October 17, 2024
This service will automatically transfer the information in the DIF in WEBForms to the MLS® to create a listing. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
Listing hacks - Can’t edit a data field on a listing? You may need an amendment form
Thursday, October 17, 2024
If your office allows you to load and edit your own listings, you may need to use an amendment form to change some fields. (2 minute read)
MLS® Info
Listing hacks – 5 DIF tips to make your listing stand out on the MLS®
Thursday, October 10, 2024
The MLS® is a REALTOR®’s most powerful marketing tool. To help your listing stand out, here’s five of our top tips to help you complete the DIF. (2 minute read)
Paragon
New Collaboration Centre offers the ultimate client experience
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
The all-new Collaboration Centre is coming September 26! Learn more and get started wth this exceptional client portal. (1 minute read)
Paragon
Paragon Connect is here – get started today!
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Download Paragon Connect for your mobile device and get MLS® on the go! (1 minute read)
Technology
Get ready for Paragon Connect with these resources
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Review our Paragon Connect guide and a library of video resources to help you learn how to use this new tool. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
New sales status structure FAQ
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Have questions about how the new sale statuses will work? Check out this FAQ. (3 minute read)
Technology
GVR's Commercial Network and CBES are growing
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Learn more about how to use the Commercial Broadcast Email Service. (1 minute read)
Economics Microsite
New Commercial Dashboard analytics available on Economics Microsite
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
You can find new commercial data that's free to download. (1 minute read)
Paragon
How to search for Active and Sold listings in Paragon with the new sale statuses
Friday, August 02, 2024
Try using “Search Date” instead of “Seller’s Acceptance Date”. (1 minute read)
Paragon
MLS® notes: Associated Documents and copyrighted photos
Monday, July 22, 2024
Learn more about using Paragon's Associated Documents and why you shouldn't use copyrighted images. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
New MLS® sales statuses coming July 24: What you need to know
Monday, July 22, 2024
Everything you need to know about the new sales statuses coming to Paragon July 24. (3 minute read)
Technology
Four cyber security best practices to protect your accounts
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Practice good phone hygiene, be a human firewall, and other tips will help make your accounts safe. (2 minute read)
Technology
How to translate our websites and content in different languages
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Learn how to display websites, including GVR's, in other languages. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
It’s now easier to submit your listings with other provincial boards
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Check out this online guide for help with your interboard listings. (1 minute read)
Paragon
Saved searches will automatically update with new sales statuses
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Find out how this will aid you and your clients. (2-minute read)
Technology
All about the Commercial Broadcast Email Service
Wednesday, May 08, 2024
Discover how GVR's Commercial Broadcast Email Service for Commercial Network members is a powerful tool. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
What will the property sale workflow look like with the new sales statuses?
Thursday, April 25, 2024
New sales statuses are coming in June - how will they affect your workflow? (2 minute read)
Economics
How to get the most out of the new Economics Microsite
Monday, April 08, 2024
Learn how to effectively use our new Economics Microsite to help you and your clients navigate the market and understand trends. (2 minute read)
Economics
Learn more about our new Economics Microsite with this FAQ
Thursday, April 04, 2024
This microsite is a platform to launch economics-related content and analytics to members, the public, and the media. (3 minute read)
Economics
Find reports, housing data, and more on GVR’s new Economics Microsite
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Using this app, you can find everything the GVR Economics team produces all in one spot. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
New AIR Data Input Form required for listings
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
If you're listing a property on the Association of Interior REALTORS® MLS®, make sure you're using this new form. (1 minute read)
SentriLock
Ending a showing has never been easier with SentriKey
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Check out SentriKey's new streamlined process for ending showings on the app. (1 minute read)
Technology
Commercial Edge is now provincial for BC and Alberta
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Subscribe to Commercial Edge today to access commercial reports for 64 municipalities across BC and Alberta! (1 minute read)
Autoprop
Create branded feature sheets with Autoprop
Monday, August 14, 2023
Learn how to add your branding to the feature sheets you create on Autoprop. (1 minute read)
SentriLock
SentriKey adds account lockout security feature
Tuesday, June 06, 2023
Learn more about the latest security feature in SentriLock's SentriKey app. (1 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Don’t be fooled by fake shipping email scam
Friday, April 28, 2023
Cyber criminals use fake shipping notification emails to steal personal information from unsuspecting victims. Be vigilant, don't click on links from unexpected emails. (2 minute read)
Statistics
Stats Centre Reports: Neighbourhood stats you can share with clients
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
REBGV's free Stats Centre Reports are a great tool to share local stats with clients. (1 minute read)
SentriLock
SentriLock adds security question feature
Thursday, April 13, 2023
SentriLock's customer support uses these questions to validate your identity if you forget your PIN or password. (1 minute read)
Education
A new way to learn Paragon!
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Hone your Paragon skills for free and earn PDP hours with REBGV's new Learning Hub. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure – 6 ways to strengthen your passwords against cyber attacks
Thursday, March 02, 2023
Your password is your first line of defence against cyber criminals. (2 minute read)
Paragon
Enhancements and features now available in Paragon Connect
Thursday, February 09, 2023
Spreadsheet views, third party connections, upgraded open house search on Paragon Connect. (2 minute read)
MLS® Info
Listing hacks – highlight your listing's best assets using double exposure
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Want to advertise your listing under two categories? Make it a double exposure listing. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Why confirming your contact’s identity protects you from scams
Friday, August 12, 2022
Read our tips on verifying identites for the online messages you receive. (3 minute read)
MLS® Info
Listing hacks - 5 tips to make your sales submissions bulletproof
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Save yourself the time and headache - submit your sales to the Board using these five tips. (2 minute read)
Paragon
Add and modify your open houses on Paragon Connect
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Learn how to add and modify your open houses on the MLS® from your mobile devices using Paragon Connect. (2 minute read)
GVR
Use our new map tool to share REBGV’s area and sub area boundaries with your clients
Thursday, July 21, 2022
REBGV.org now has a shareable, interactive map of REBGV's areas and sub areas you can send to your clients. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Protecting yourself from data breaches
Thursday, July 07, 2022
A data breach in China exposed nearly 1 billion Chinese residents’ personal information to cybercriminals. Read these tips to help secure your data from further attacks. (2 minute read)
Autoprop
Create detailed reports and wow your clients with Autoprop
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Resources to help you learn how to get the most out of Autoprop. (1 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Scammers are targeting REALTORS® with fake leads
Thursday, June 09, 2022
REALTORS® across REBGV are reporting more scam leads coming through property search sites and social media. (3 minute read)
Paragon
Customize contacts, notifications, and listing geocoding on Paragon Connect
Tuesday, June 07, 2022
Geocode your listings and toggle notifications on Paragon Connect. (1 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Keeping your apps up to date can protect your data
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Keeping software up to date can help protect your data. Here's how you can keep up to date without interrupting your work. (3 minute read)
Statistics
Create and share custom housing market graphs and reports with Stats Centre
Thursday, April 28, 2022
Learn how to make your own stats materials using REBGV Stats Centre. (1 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: 3 common Facebook scams to watch out for
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Facebook is the modern scammer’s platform of choice. The best defense against these nefarious actors is the ability to recognize their schemes. (2 minute read)