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Alex Messina Appointed REIBC Governor
Congratulations to Alex Messina on being appointed governor. Alex is an Analyst with Altus Group's Research, Valuation, & Advisory Division in Vancouver. Before joining the Altus Group, he worked with the UBC Real Estate Division as a Real Estate Course Specialist. He has been a professional member of the Real Estate Institute of British Columbia since November, 2007. Alex will be serving as Chair, Member Services.
Robert (Bob) Mikitka Memorial Endowment
REIBC is honoured to announce the Real Estate Institute of BC, Robert (Bob) Mikitka Memorial Endowment. This endowment for the BCIT Foundation is made in memory of Honourary Member Bob Mikitka, who left us on October 16, 2008. Contributions can now be made on-line at http://www.bcit.ca/foundation/giving/donate.shtml or by cheque. If you wish to donate by cheque, please make the cheque payable to the BCIT Foundation at the address below, with a note stating that the gift should be added to the Real Estate Institute of BC, Robert (Bob) Mikitka Memorial Endowment.
BCIT Foundation
3700 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2
Interviews for all REIBC Membership Applicants
Beginning in January 2009, all membership applicants will go through our interview process upon becoming accepted as REIBC members. Prospective members will have their application sent to a Governor of the Board who will then interview the applicant and make recommendation to the entire Board of Governors.
Smart Growth BC Announces New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Smart Growth BC recently announced the appointment of the organization's new Executive Director, Cam Brewer, a well-known and respected leader in the green building and sustainability field. Mr. Brewer replaces Cheeying Ho, the founding Executive Director of Smart Growth BC, who moves to a new position as Executive Director of the Whistler Centre for Sustainability. Cam will take up his new position at Smart Growth BC on February 1, 2009.
2009 President's Luncheon
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2008 President's Luncheon, and to our Guest speaker, Dr. Michael Goldberg, Professor and Dean Emeritis, The Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia. Dr. Goldberg delivered a magnificent speech which outlined the current factors impacting British Columbia's economy.
Above: (left to right) Dr.Michael Goldberg, Professor and Dean Emeritus, The Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia; Peter Remillong, President, Real Estate Institute of British Columbia.
Calling All Photographers
Do you have a passion for photography? Have you taken a spectacular real estate photo that you feel others must see? This is your chance to get creative and showcase your talent. REIBC is always looking for quality pictures for our website, e-newsletter, and input magazine. If you would like to contribute your stunning real estate pictures, just send them in to marketing@reibc.org with your contact information. Your picture could be the highlight of our new REIBC homepage!
2009 BC Land Summit
May 20 - 22, 2009
The 2009 BC Land Summit will be an interdisciplinary conference organized by six professional organizations, all of whom share ties to land use in British Columbia and who will combine their 2009 annual conferences into this exciting joint venture. The 2009 BC Land Summit will build on the success of the 2004 BC Land Summit in Vancouver, and will provide opportunities to learn, share ideas, collaborate and network with others working in diverse land-related fields. Mark your calendars and be sure not to miss this exciting conference opportunity.
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Register for the 2009 BC Land Summit at http://www.bclandsummit.com/register/
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