April 2014
REIBC News
REIBC Real Estate Scholarship Award
This month we received a letter from Philip Middleton, the recipient of REIBC's Langara real estate scholarship award. He expressed his gratitude towards the Institute for the financial support REIBC has given. Philip is looking forward to obtaining his management certificate and is hoping to continue his studies through enrollment in the Diploma of Land Economics program at UBC.
REIBC generously provides support to students entering the real estate industry and continues to do so.
REIBC 20th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
REIBC would like to share a photo sent by Make - A - Wish Foundation on behalf of the recipients of the proceeds from the 2013 Golf Tournament . Thank you to all the participants from the last year's golf tournament. See you on June 12th for this year's event!
In the picture below is Mira's priceless smile; Mira is a four year old girl who is battling a brain tumour. Because of the generous contributions from last year's tournament Mira's wish to visit Disneyland came true. Come join us as a golfer, sponsor, or prize donor. Help us continue to put another smile on the face of more children this year.

Award of Excellence
Know an RI that gives back to the Institute, the Industry and their Community? Nominate them now for the Award of Excellence. Criteria and nomination forms can be found here. Deadline approaching - May 2 nd, 2014.
E&O Insurance
REIBC has put in place a great rate for E&O Insurance. Are you doing depreciation reports? Do you require E&O Insurance?
If you are interested in E&O insurance don't delay. Check out our website here to find further details.
MEMBERS NEWS
Scott Ullrich, RI
Congratulations to Scott Ullrich, the newly elected Chair of the Real Estate Foundation of BC.
Scott Ullrich, RI, a representative of REIBC on the Real Estate Foundation Board was elected chair of the board on April 3, 2014.
Scott owns Gateway Property Management Corporation and is a Past President of the Real Estate Institute of BC (REIBC). He is also the Past President of the B.C. Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), a past director with the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, and an Instructor at the University of British Columbia.
Once again Congratulations Scott.
INDUSTRY NEWS
Real Estate Foundation of BC's Newest Member of the Board of Governors
Jack Wong, Real Estate Foundation of British Columbia CEO, has announced the appointment of Anna Warwick Sears as the newest member of the Foundation's board of governors. Dr. Warwick Sears, Executive Director of the Okanagan Basin Water Board, was appointed to the Foundation on April 3, 2014 by B.C.'s Minister of Finance.
At the 2014 annual general meeting, Scott Ullrich was elected foundation chair and Gerry Martin was elected vice-chair. Their positions run until the 2015 AGM. Mr. Ullrich is president and CEO of Gateway Property Management Corporation. Mr. Martin is the Managing Broker of B.C. Farm & Ranch Realty Corp.
A board of five members directs the business of the Foundation. The British Columbia Real Estate Association, the Real Estate Council of British Columbia and the Real Estate Institute of British Columbia each appoint one member. The B.C. Minister of Finance appoints two members. Individuals are appointed for three-year terms and may serve up to two consecutive terms.
The foundation's current board includes:
- Scott Ullrich of Surrey, chair – appointed by the Real Estate Institute of B.C.
- Gerry Martin of Abbotsford, vice-chair – appointed by the Real Estate Council of B.C.
- Kelly Lerigny of Chilliwack – appointed by the B.C. Real Estate Association
- Jim Rempel of Abbotsford – appointed by the B.C. Minister of Finance
- Anna Warwick Sears of Kelowna – appointed by the B.C. Minister of Finance
Advertising & Sponsorship
We continue to reach out to our members and various industry colleagues for both event and magazine sponsorship. With several events taking place year-round there is always an opportunity to meet your marketing needs. Whether you are looking for print advertising or PR type marketing we look forward to being your conduit to the real estate industry.
We have also diversified our newsletter advertising to include more options to better suit your advertising & marketing needs, click here to view our current newsletter rate card. Advertising on the REIBC Newsletter introduces your brand to individuals and corporations that make up your demographic. Whether you are in the Real Estate Industry or provide services to the Real Estate Industry, we are your connection.
If you have any questions regarding sponsorship or advertising please contact Margaret Hill at marketing@reibc.org
REIBC UPCOMING EVENTS
May 14 - 16, 2014 - Register Now - rates increase May 1st 2014 BC Land Summit at Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Vancouver BC
Check preliminary program here.
The BC Land Summit is excited to announce that Dr. Randall Bell, the aptly-nicknamed “Master of Disaster” will be hosting a special pre-conference session called, “Assessing the Damages: Valuing Stigmatized Properties” on Wednesday, May 14th at 2 p.m. If you are registering for the full conference, you can register for this special session for $51.45. If you are not attending the conference, but would like to attend this session the cost is $77.70.
Do you know that for the first time in the history of the BC Land Summit, BC REALTORS® are able to receive PDP credit for attendance? Check the requirements here. Join us for this very diverse conference by registering now!
Register today, and save! Late registration rates take into effect, May 1st! Regular Registration Deadline: April 30th, 2014. Register here
June 12, 2014 AGM at 5:00 p.m. 837 West Hastings St., Vancouver

June 12, 2014 Recognition Dinner at 6:00 p. m. 837 West Hastings St., Vancouver Register Now
June 25, 2014
21st Annual REIBC Golf Tournament
Northview Golf & Country Club
6857 168th St., Surrey
For sponsorship opportunities contact Rob Reichelt @ 604-684-8394 ext. 5 or Richard Sirola @ 604-224-3612
All proceeds of the golf tournament are donated to
Title sponsor:
July 11, 2014
Take Me Out to the Ball Game, 6:00 - 8:30 p. m.
Nat Bailey Stadium, 4601 Ontario St., Vancouver
September 30 - October 3, 2014 REIBC Road Trip to Vancouver Island We are coming to:
Courtenay/Comox on September 30, 2014
Parksville - October 1, 2014
Duncan - October 2, 2014
Victoria - October 3, 2014 Save the dates! Watch for registration
December 4, 2014 REIBC 2014 President's Luncheon Four Seasons' Hotel, 791 West Georgia St., Vancouver Save the date!
Watch for registration
April 9, 2015 REIBC 2015 Symposium Details: TBA Save the date!
Watch for registration
UPCOMING CHAPTER EVENTS
2nd Annual VIP Theatre Movie Night
To be held in May – Details to follow
INDUSTRY EVENTS
LANGARA COLLEGE
PROP 1043: Advanced Strata Management, May 15, 2014. This is an applied course for working strata managers. You will develop hands-on knowledge and skills for problem solving. You will also acquire a deeper understanding of how to handle everyday challenges pertaining to statutory compliance, annual general meetings, council meetings, mixed-use strata, budget preparation, financial reserves, building maintenance, insurance claims, and time management. The course is recognized for Re-licensing Education Program (REP) credit. Prerequisites: A current strata management licence or permission from the instructor. Please check continuing-studies/programs-and-courses/programs/real-estate/courses.html
MIABC
The Mortgage Investment Association of BC has agreed to offer a special promotional rate for the upcoming Spring 2014 MIABC luncheons to all REIBC members. REIBC members will be entitled to the standard MIABC rate. REIBC members simply need to sign up online and enter the promotional code RIBC.
May 2014 Luncheon - Commercial Real Estate Panel - Colliers
May 20, 2014 - 11:45 a. m. - 1:30 p. m.
Terminal City Club, 837 West Hastings St., Vancouver
2014 Annual MIABC Charity Golf Tournament
June 09, 2014 - 11:45 a. m. - 8:30 p. m.
Morgan Creek Golf Course, 3500 Morgan Creek Way, Surrey, B. C.
NAIOP
NAIOP Education Day 2014
May 13, 2014, 8:15 a. m. - 3:30 p. m.
Deloitte Office - 1055 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver More info
May Breakfast Meeting – 2014
May 15, 2014 – 7:00 a. m. – 9:00 a. m.
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel – 900 Canada Place Way, Vancouver
NAIOP Vancouver & BIV CRE Awards Gala – 2014
May 28, 2014 – 5:00 p. m. – 8:00 p. m.
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel – 900 Canada Place Way, Vancouver
June Breakfast Meeting – 2014
June 19, 2014 – 7:00 a. m. – 9:00 a. m.
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel – 900 Canada Place Way, Vancouver
PAMA
PAMA CONTINUING EDUCATION SEMINAR - Vancouver Speakers: Jennifer Neville - Hammerberg Lawyers LLP, Paul Mendes - Lesperance Mendes Lawyers Topic: Approving and Funding Repairs: Recent Amendments to the Strata Property Act Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 11:00 - 12:30 ( Registration 10:30 - 11:00) 12:30 - Buffet Luncheon Italian Cultural Centre, Vancouver ON-LINE REGISTRATION DETAILS/FAX/eMAIL REGISTRATION FORM
Real Estate Foundation
Land Awards, October 17, 2014
Nominations are open for the 2014 Land Awards. Categories are: private, public and non-profit sector, and individual "Land Champion." Awards will be presented at the Land Awards Gala on October 17 th at Vancouver's Fairmont Waterfront Hotel. Join the Real Estate Foundation of BC and keynote, Peter Mansbridge, as we celebrate achievement in sustainable land use. Nomination deadline: June 2, 2014. You can nominate your own project or another's. For nomination criteria and gala details, visit www.refbc.com/land-awards.
Please contact Celina Owen with any questions.
UDI
Fraser Valley Breakfast Seminar Open for Business (Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge, Mission)
April 30, 2014, 7:30 a. m. - 9:30 a. m.
Chances Maple Ridge, 22710 Lougheed Highway (at 227), Maple Ridge
Vancouver Lunch - Bob Rennie, Rennie Marketing Systems
May 15, 2014, 11:00 a. m. - 2:00 p. m.
ULI
ULI BC: Mayor Robertson Keynote Address May 6, 2014 - 11:30 - 1:30 p. m. Fairmont Pacific Rim, 1038 Canada Place, Vancouver More info
Gathering of the Minds May 9, 2014, 7:30 - 8:30 a. m. Blenz, Bentall 5, 550 Burrard Street, Vancouver More info
Gathering of the Minds June 13, 2014, 7:30 - 8:30 a. m. Blenz, Bentall 5, 550 Burrard Street, Vancouver More info
BOARD REPORT
Your Board met last on March 27 th in Vancouver.
We continue to support the BC Law Institute in their Strata Property Law Research project. This will be an invaluable resource to many of our members. The project is scheduled to be completed in 2015.
A sub-set of the Board is moving forward with an RI marketing initiative. The goal is to promote the use of the RI designation within the Provincial Government. For example, real estate appraisal work is conducted throughout government and is referred to in both Policy and Legislation. We hope to have the use of the RI recognized as a professional designation for work in this, and other, areas to benefit our membership.
The Terms of Reference for all committees of the Board were reviewed. This occurs on a regular basis to ensure that the objectives are aligned with our Strategic Plan goals, and that committee members represent our diverse membership.
Based on the feedback from our members at the last RI Symposium, the 2015 Symposium will likely be a one day session in the lower mainland with some streaming of sessions if possible.
Don’t forget......................elections for vacant positions are being conducted so make your vote count.......and the Land Summit is almost upon us. See you all there! ~ Peter Bretherton
Career Opportunities
Property Systems Officer - Capital Regional District
Real Estate Assets Manager - BC Housing
Leasing Manager / Directeur de la location - CMHC / SCHL
TL Property Management Agent - 20130286 - TransLink
Property Agent - City of Surrey
Asset Manager - Confidential
Operations and Property Manager - Confidential
CLUB REIBC
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