February 2010


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Member Benefits

Remember, if you’re an REIBC member, just login to
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and enjoy exclusive access to discounts on a variety of products and services, including hotels.

This month get amazing discounts on pre-season lift tickets to favorite BC mountains, and on tickets to Fright Nights at the PNE.


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Axis Insurance Managers Inc. has arranged a program on behalf of the members of REIBC, a specialty product that provides high quality personal insurance at discounted rates. Login to learn more!


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2009 REIBC commissioned research now available online at www.reibc.org

 

Mismatch: Residential needs, housing supply and community development in northern British Columbia west of the Rockies

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with your name and contact information.

 

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Your article could be placed in an upcoming REIBC e-newsletter or issue of input Magazine!


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Welcome to our February 2010 e-newsletter!
This month, the Institute would like to offer great REIBC member discounts, provide an update on the REIBC 50 year event, inform members of educational discussions through REIBC webinars, and present the upcoming Fraser Valley Chapter Event.


-REIBC News-

 

REIBC WEBINAR: Changes in Strata Property Act That May Affect the Conveyance of a Strata Lot

Date: March 24th, 2010
Time: 11:55 am - 1:00 pm
Location: WEBINAR!

Join the Real Estate Institute of British Columbia for the second webinar of 2010 featuring Antonio (Tony) Gioventu of Condominium Home Owners Association. Tony will outline the changes in the Strata Property Act that may affect the conveyance of a strata lot. Tony will be answering any questions you may have regarding the Strata Propert Act

TUNE IN TO REIBC!!

REGISTER NOW at www.reibc.org/events

UBC WEBINAR: CPD FRIDAYS

On Friday March 5th, 8:00 am - 10:00 am the Real Estate Division of the Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia is continuing its series of live online webinars. These "CPD Fridays", offered on the first Friday morning of each month, are an opportunity for real estate practioners to fulfill their continuing education needs through topical, contemporary courses tuaght by industry experts. In these live, participatory sessions, students can ask questions and share ideas with peers.
FOR MORE INFO CLICK www.realestate.ubc.ca/cpd

JOIN US SEPTEMBER 30th, 2010 FOR OUR HUGE 50 YEAR EVENT!!

On September 30th, 2010 REIBC will be hosting a magnificent event to celebrate 50 years of excellence. We look forward to commenmorating this significant occasion with all REIBC members. Our keynote speaker for the event is former NHL player, NHL Players Association President, and Vancouver Canuck icon Trevor Linden. Known as one of the games classiest players on and off the ice, the former captain of the Vancouver Canucks will speak to REIBC members on leadership and excellence. Registration to our 50th year event will begin in April so watch your inboxes carefully; you definately do not want to miss this spectacular night!
Partnership opportunities are now available, for details of partnering with REIBC for the big event call Brenda at 604 685 3702 or via email at bsoutham@reibc.org

We would like to thank all our partners for assisting REIBC make our 50th year event come true!!

PLATINUM PARTNERS




GOLD PARTNER - GATEWAY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
SILVER PARTNER -
THE REAL ESTATE COUNCIL OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES WITH INPUT MAGAZINE!!

For the first time since INPUT was published in 1976, advertisements from commercial businesses will now be inserted in the magazine helping our members partner with businesses they can use with confidence. This is also the first time INPUT will be received not only by members of REIBC, but by The Society of Notaries Public BC, and all members of the BC Association of Appraisal Institute of Canada expanding our distribution of INPUT significantly. This is a perfect opportunity to place yourself, and the company you represent within these organizations and really be noticed by the real estate industry. All REIBC members automatically will receive a 25% discount on advertising opportunities with INPUT!!
For further information contact George at 604 685 3702 ext. 103 or by email at marketing@reibc.org

FRASER VALLEY CHAPTER EVENT: "Real Estate Exposed"

On April 6th, 2010 at 9:00 am - 11:30 am the Fraser Valley Chapter of REIBC will hosts its first event of 2010. Cameron Muir, Chief Economist of the BCREA will be the key speaker along with others, the topic of the event will be "Fraser Valley Real Estate Exposed". The Fraser Valley chapter welcomes anyone from the area to join them for this exciting discussion. More details concerning the event will be availlable shortly, so watch your inboxes!

RENEWALS!!!

Renewals for the new REIBC year will go out in March via email. We ask all REIBC members to please watch for them in your inboxes. Please ensure that your member profile is up to date on our system. Certainly our 50th year is not something you will want to miss out on!!!

17th Annual Golf Tournament - In Support of "Make a Wish Foundation"

Please mark your calendars for our upcoming 17th Annual REIBC Charity Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 at the Northview Golf & Country Club, Ridge Course, Surrey, B.C, in support of the Make a Wish Foundation.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS!!

For more information please contact Maureen at 604 685 3702 ext 102 or by email at
mmcknight@reibc.org

 

 

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