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March 2014
REIBC News
A Tale of the Langleys'
On March 25th, 2014 REIBC held a ½ day event at the Sandman Signature Hotel in Langley B.C. Mayor Ted Schaffer of the City of Langley and Mayor Jack Froese of the Township of Langley as well as Mr. Ramin Seifi, Township of Langley General Manager of Engineering and Community Development and Mr. Gerald Minchuk the Langley City Director of Development Services and Economic Development were our panelists. Brad Currie, Governor of the Fraser Valley District was our M.C. for the event. Those in attendance enjoyed a continental breakfast, a buffet lunch and learned a great deal on the development and growth of the Two Langleys’. We also gave away a door prize. Congratulations Marie Roset-Crawford from BC Hydro who was our winner!
Mayor Ted Schaffer alongside Gerald Minchuk talked on the growth that Langley city has experienced over the years, and of some great awards that were won this past year. The City of Langley received the prestigious Brownie Award, for their brownfield redevelopment strategy. They were also recognized as one of the most business friendly communities in B.C. winning the Open for Business Award. The award recognizes innovative local policies, projects and programs that support small business. They were also awarded the Municipal Excellence Award from NAIOP Commercial Real Estate Development Association (Vancouver Chapter) for excelling in creating an environment that cultivates business creation.
Mayor Jack Froese and Ramin Seifi took time to explain how the Township of Langley has become one of the top 10 micro-cities in the America’s for business friendliness, infrastructure and cost effectiveness for 2013-2014. The Township of Langley’s population and business licenses issued has grown exponentially over the years. In 2004 1,947 business licenses were handed out and in 2013 it jumped to 6,188. NAIOPS regional industrial development cost strategy survey showed the Langley Township as being top 3rd in both cost and timing of development applications.
The event was a great success. We have put both the Township and City of Langley’s video presentations on our website. Click here to view the presentations.
REIBC Vancouver Chapter Pub Night
Amidst the port trucker strike and the growing fears that the supply of Guinness would be hampered, the members of the REIBC, AIC, and RICS came together on March 13th for a fun, social night at the Lion’s Pub Terminal City Club. We made a pre-emptive strike and kept the Guinness taps open before the potential drought of St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Members from both the AIC and RICS joined in the festivities. Conversations and laughs were shared by all. The delicious appetizers didn’t last long and acted as fuel for an engaging dialogue. A lot of hand shaking, glass tipping and smiles, it’s refreshing to know that you can leave work behind for a couple of hours and just enjoy the moment with acquaintances, colleagues… friends. ~ Mario Lee, Vancouver Chapter Chair
Cariboo/Northwest/Prince Rupert Chapter Joint REIBC - AIC Pub Night
The Cariboo Chapter of The Real Estate Institute of BC held a joint Pub Night with The North Chapter of the Appraisal Institute of Canada at the Twisted Cork Restaurant on March 12, 2014. The small crowd was buoyed by excellent food and interesting conversation throughout the night.
Discussion was held regarding a change in Regional Governors for the Cariboo Region of The Real Estate Institute. The current governor (John Castle) is moving from the Region and will relinquish his role on June 30, 2014. John Phillips of the Roman Catholic Diocese (Prince George) will take over the second year of the term.
The AIC attendees stressed the challenges facing Residential Appraisers due to the emergence of Appeal Management Companies. It is getting extremely competitive in the Residential market and these appraisers are extremely concerned.
The benefit of combining events between the two Institutes was also discussed. It is felt that combining events will engage members of both Institutes and allow for cost sharing opportunities. The Institutes will continue to communicate and will plan combined events in the future.
Award of Excellence
Know an RI that gives back to the Institute, the Industry and their Community? Nominate them for the Award of Excellence. Criteria and nomination forms can be found here. Deadline approaching - May 2, 2014.
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In remembrance..
ALFRED "ALF" BUTTRESS
1920 - 2014
Alfred Buttress was a member of the Real Estate Institute of BC since 1964. In 2009 he received his 45 year recognition from President Peter Remillong (who you see in the picture). Alf was involved for many years in organized real estate and was proud to be a Past President of the Real Estate Council, Past President of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver and a member of the Institute. Alfred left us at age 93. He is survived by his loving wife Doris, children Susan, Larry and Laura, seven grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered by countless other relatives, colleagues, associates and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
INDUSTRY NEWS
In Remembrance..
EILEEN ELIZABETH SMITH
16 February 1944 – 18 March 2014
Eileen Smith worked in the Real Estate Industry for over 40 years, and was founding partner of Sutton Centre Realty and Sutton Group Killarney. She served five years as Director of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver and six as Director of Real Estate Errors and Omissions Insurance Corp. During her eight years as member of the Real Estate Council, Eileen was appointed and served five years on the Real Estate Foundation board of governors, including one term as Chair, and two terms as Vice-Chair. Eileen will be missed by all that knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.
Advertising & Sponsorship
The Governors and staff of REIBC would like to extend our Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers from 2013! As we move forward we continue to pride ourselves on putting out a magazine that is easy to read and informative. This year we have had to make a few changes with our advertising and sponsorship in order for us to continue to do so. First off, we have had to change our advertising rates slightly, please click here for the new rate card. We continue to look for sponsors for the INPUT magazine. Moving forward we will reach out for ONE sponsorship per magazine. This is an exclusive sponsorship. With your support your organization will receive targeted marketing to our diverse audience of real estate professionals. Click here to view our new sponsorship opportunity. 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. We continue to thank you all for your support! If you have any questions regarding sponsorship or advertising please contact Margaret Hill at marketing@reibc.org
REIBC UPCOMING EVENTS
April 2, 2014
Invasive Species Webinar - 12:00 p. m. - 1:00 p. m.
Speaker: Gail Wallin, Executive Director, The Invasive Species Council of BC
Last chance to register!
May 14 - 16, 2014
The 2014 BC Land Summit Conference Program which will take place on May 14th to 16th, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre in Vancouver British Columbia is now open for registration. This multi-interdisciplinary event will feature four inspiring keynote speakers such as Chris Hadfield, Catherine Murray, Wade Davis, Louise Mandell, engaging hands-on workshops, informative panel presentations, tangible mobile workshops and tours, professional networking opportunities, and more... check preliminary program here. Register soon and save over late registration rates! Regular Registration Deadline: April 30th, 2014 . Register here
We are currently in need of volunteers to help us for Thursday (May 15) and Friday (May 16). If you are interested and would like to volunteer in any of these days, please contact Brenda Southam at bsoutham@reibc.org for the days you are available.
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
Registration will begin in April
Sponsored by:
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
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
UPCOMING CHAPTER EVENTS
REIBC/AIC - BC Thompson Okanagan Chapter Dinner Event
Guest Speaker - Rudy Nielsen, RI
April 16, 2014 - 5:30 p. m. - 8:00 p. m.
Kelowna Golf Club, 1297 Glenmore Drive, Kelowna, BC
2nd Annual VIP Theatre Movie Night
To be held in May – Details to follow
INDUSTRY EVENTS
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.
April 2014 Luncheon - Greg D'Avignon, President & CEO Business Council of BC
April 15, 2014 - 11:45 a. m. - 1:30 p. m.
Terminal City Club, 837 West Hastings St., Vancouver
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
April Breakfast Meeting Development Symposium – 2014
April 17, 2014 – 7:00 a. m. – 9:00 a. m.
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel – 900 Canada Place Way, Vancouver
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
Real Estate Foundation
Land Awards
October 17, 2014
Keynote Speaker - Peter Mansbridge
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel - Vancouver
UDI
Vancouver Breakfast - Fisheries Act Changes Impact Development Approvals
April 15, 2014, 7:30 a. m. - 9:30 a. m.
Oceanview Suites, Pan Pacific Hotel, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
U40 Vancouver Leadership Breakfast With Don Forsgren
April 23, 2014, 7:30 a. m. - 9:00 a. m. More info
Vancouver Lunch – The Hon. Coralee Oakes
April 23, 2014, 11:30 a. m. - 1:30 p. m.
Hyatt REgency Hotel, 655 Burrard St., Vancouver
Fraser Valley Brekfast 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 is very excited about a major global real estate conference taking place for the Urban Land Institute (ULI) in April in Vancouver. This is the first time such a conference is hosted outside of the United States.
ULI's Spring 2014 Meeting is taking place at the Vancouver Convention Centre West from April 9-11. The Conference has over 3000 registrants that include top industry leaders in the real estate industry including planners, developers, architects, investors, public officials, lenders, and lawyers. These ULI Meetings are the ONLY industry events that bring together players from every part of the real estate industry. ULI provide new insights into what's next for real estate development and urban planning.
A broad range of members will benefit from participating in the ULI Spring Meeting. There are two options to register in the ULI conference. Attend for the entire three days (Wednesday April 9 to Friday April 11), or participate for one-day on Thursday, April 10 (which is the heaviest programming day). All registration options are available online.
ULI Conference and Registration - Vancouver, April 9-11
http://britishcolumbia.uli.org/events/uli-2014-spring-conference/
ULI BC Young Leader After Party - April 9
http://britishcolumbia.uli.org/event/uli-bc-young-leader-party
ULI Conference - Volunteer for 8 Hours and Get into Conference for Free1
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FA5AA29AAF94-2014
ULI: The Impact of the Asia Factor on the Pacific West Coast
April 8, 2014, 3:00 p. m. - 7:00 p. m.
Faskin Martineau DuMoulin LLP
550 Burrard St., Suite 2900, Vancouver
ULI BC Young Leader
April 9, 2014 - 8:00 p. m.
Halo Lounge at the Loden Hotel
1177 Melville Street, Vancouver
Gathering of the Minds
April 11, 2014 - 7:30 a. m. - 8:30 a. m.
Blenz, Bentall 5, 550 Burrard Street, Vancouver
BOARD REPORT
The Board met through conference call in February, and we had a full agenda. We had some administrative things to tend to, mainly relating to policy. We did start a discussion on the prevalence of the RI designation in legislation. As members, you know the respect that the RI designation receives in industry is an important aspect of membership, and we want to make sure that it is specifically referenced wherever possible. We had commissioned a report to determine how often the RI designation is referenced in Provincial legislation, and the findings were in. Now we want to move forward to ensure that the RI is accepted as a professional real estate designation in other legislations, as well as in regulations and policies. Stay tuned for more information on that, as well as opportunities to participate.
We discussed the upcoming elections for Board and Chapter positions, reminding each other to nominate the best and brightest from our membership for these illustrious positions. We approved the elections packages, and were informed of the positions that would be coming available. Packages will be coming out shortly, so keep an eye out, and put yourself or a colleague forward to a leadership position within the Institute. As it was timely, we also refreshed ourselves on Part 7 - Governors of the bylaws. We do a review of certain Bylaws at each meeting to ensure we are all clear on the interpretation of the Bylaws and how they are used.
Career Opportunities
Property Agent - City of Surrey
Real Estate Manager - Glentel Inc
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