by REM Editorial Team | Jan 16, 2025 | Boards & Associations, News
It’s official—Realtor.ca is now a standalone, wholly-owned taxable subsidiary of the Canadian Real Estate Association. On Jan. 6, the entity was legally formed and governance now falls to its transition board of directors. As part of the change, Patrick Pichette,...
by REM Editorial Team | Dec 30, 2024 | News
As 2024 wraps up, it’s clear that Canadian Realtors have seen some big changes—whether it’s new regulations, shifting market conditions, or key decisions from major players in the industry. This year has had its fair share of stories that have left a mark on the...
by REM Editorial Team | Dec 17, 2024 | Boards & Associations, News
REM recently spoke with Edmonton’s James Mabey, CREA chair for 2024-25. This is an edited version of the conversation. James Mabey, chair of CREA, reflects on a year of change and challenges for the association and Canadian Realtors. From Realtor.ca’s...
by REM Editorial Team | Oct 23, 2024 | News
Editor’s note, Oct. 24: CREA confirmed that 77.24 per cent of votes were in favour of transitioning Realtor.ca into a wholly-owned taxable subsidiary of CREA. Today, the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) held a special general meeting (SGM) in...
by David Langlois | Oct 22, 2024 | Guest Columns
In the rush to spin out the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA)’s Realtor.ca as a taxable entity capable of generating revenues, I can’t help but wonder if we’re eliminating the very reason for its continued success. Why have Canadians made Realtor.ca the...
