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Greetings REIBC Members,
We hope everyone is enjoying the last few weeks of summer! Our BC 2030: Future of BC Real Estate Conference is just around the corner, taking place October 1–2, 2025 at the Delta Burnaby Conference Centre. Preparations are well underway, and we’re excited to share that progress is moving smoothly with an incredible lineup of speakers confirmed to address the future of BC’s real estate industry. This is shaping up to be a milestone event, filled with valuable insights, networking opportunities, and impactful discussions. Spaces are filling quickly, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible to secure your place and be part of this important industry gathering.
BC 2030 The Future of BC Real Estate Conference Highlight: Introducing one of our Distinguished Speakers
Mindy Wight, RI

We are excited to share that Mindy Wight, CEO of Nch’ḵay̓ Development Corporation, will be joining us as a featured speaker at our upcoming conference. Mindy leads the wholly owned economic development group of the Squamish Nation, where she provides leadership in strategic decision-making, business planning, and financial management across the organization and its subsidiaries, with a strong focus on real estate development.
Under her leadership, the corporation continues to advance impactful projects that create long-term value for the Squamish Nation and the broader community.
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RI Member Spotlight: Lauren Miller, RI - Cowichan Tribes
Lauren Miller is a project management professional with over a decade of experience in housing, infrastructure, and capital projects across government and First Nations organizations. She currently serves as a Capital Projects Advisor with Cowichan Tribes, where she oversees the planning, design, and delivery of community infrastructure projects while supporting land acquisitions and lease agreements.
Lauren has held progressive roles in project coordination and contract administration with the Capital Regional District and the BC Provincial Government, where she developed expertise in procurement, funding applications, and real estate development processes. She is completing her Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in 2025 and recently earned a certificate in Indigenous Lands Management (Vancouver Island University, 2024) and her Diploma in Urban Land Economics (UBC Sauder School of Business, 2022).
In her free time Lauren operates a small online vintage store (www.oldmillvintage.com) and is working on a couple of home improvement projects including a new kitchen.

Know someone who would make a great RI member?
If there is a colleague or emerging professional in your network who would benefit from the opportunities, resources, and recognition that REIBC offers, we encourage you to recommend them for membership.
For more information or to refer a potential candidate, please contact us at info@reibc.org. We would be pleased to connect and provide details on how they can become part of our growing professional community.

BC 2030: The Future of BC Real Estate
October 1-2, 2025 Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre 4331 Dominion St Burnaby, BC V5G 1C7
Join us on October 1 and 2, 2025 at the Delta Hotel Burnaby Conference Centre for an enlightening exploration of the future of BC real estate. Our carefully curated plenary sessions will address significant themes that are crucial to understanding the future of real estate in British Columbia. We are also excited to be hosting a private dinner event on October 1 at 5:00 pm in the renowned Atlas Steak and Fish, located within the Delta Hotel.
Additional Ticket Information
To secure your spot at the conference or dinner simply click the registration button below, you will be prompted to enter your attendance details. Once completed, you will have the option to add extra guests to your booking. This flexibility allows you to bring along colleagues, clients or friends who might benefit from the conference.
- Conference and Dinner: This ticket includes access to the two-day conference, along with dinner at Atlas Steak and Fish on October 1, 2025 at 5:00pm.
For a comprehensive list of featured presenters and the full conference schedule, visit our conference information page at bc2030.ca. We are pleased to offer accommodations at the Delta Hotel Burnaby Conference Centre starting at $275 a night. Booking must be made by September 8, 2025.
We encourage early registration as both the conference and dinner have limited availability. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this remarkable event! If you have any questions or need assistance with your booking, please reach out to info@reibc.org.
We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to BC 2030: The Future of BC Real Estate.


Pacific West Conference
October 21-22, 2025 Vancouver Convention Centre 1055 Canada Pl Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3
The Real Estate Institute of British Columbia is proud to be exhibiting at the upcoming Pacific West Conference—an event that brings together professionals from across the real estate sector. Visit us at our booth to learn more about REIBC.


SFU City Program
Taught by field practitioners and experts, the City Program at SFU Continuing Studies offers a collection of introductory courses to urbanization fields plus more advanced classes for professionals in the field. These courses offer a unique opportunity for emerging and established professionals in adjacent fields to broaden their understanding of our urban environments.
Registration is open now for the Spring 2025 City courses:
- Planning for Non-Planners CITY101
Sept 24, Oct 1, 8, 15 | 4 evenings online
- Transportation Planning Foundations CITY103
Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 | 4 evenings online
- Housing Policy Fundamentals CITY102
Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 | 4 evenings online
- Fundamentals of Architecture | CITY107
Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17 | 4 evenings online
- Real Estate Development CITY755
Nov 5, 12, 19, 26, 3, 10 | 6 evenings online
- Planning and Zoning Law | CITY255
Nov 24 and 25 | 2 afternoons online
Interested in learning more about the CITY100 Series or other CITY courses? Email city@sfu.ca or visit www.sfu.ca/city.
Career Opportunities
Vancouver Property Coordinator 2 - Indigenous Land Services - BC Hydro, Job Posting closes September 11, 2025
Vancouver Property Coordinator 1 - BC Hydro, Job Posting closes September 12, 2025
Dunsmuir Property Coordinator 1 - BC Hydro, Job Posting closes September 12, 2025
Vancouver Property Representative 1 - BC Hydro, Job Posting closes September 18, 2025
Vancouver Properties Manager (Reservoir Rights Services) - BC Hydro, Job Posting closes September 18, 2025
Vancouver Managing Broker - Ledmac Realty Ltd., Job Posting closes September 30, 2025
Campbell River Managing Broker for Real Estate Sales Brokerage - Royal Lepage Advance Realty, Job Posting closes September 30, 2025
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