BC Real Estate Association

“British Columbia’s housing market kicked off 2026 with its second weakest January since 2016, with sales in almost every region falling short of historical averages,” said BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson. Get the January 2026 stats here 👉 https://bit.ly/4aqz0mB

With over 1.5 million British Columbians living in strata housing, it’s time for mandatory training for strata council members.

YouTube video by BCRealEstateAssn BCREA Housing Market Update (February 2026)

🏠 Housing Market Update 🏠 Watch BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson discuss the January 2026 statistics. Get all the information and charts: https://bit.ly/3Plk5Rq

BC Real Estate Association Disappointed by Housing Tax Increases in 2026 Provincial Budget - British Columbia Real Estate Association Vancouver, BC – February 18, 2026. In the immediate wake of the release of BC Budget 2026, the BC Real Estate Association (BCREA) is raising concerns about budget housing measures that could exacerbat...

BCREA is disappointed by housing tax increases in the 2026 BC budget, which also lacks measures to address the looming decline in new home construction. Check out the full news release outlining our concerns here: https://bit.ly/4cvZ1U8

To all those observing, we wish you a peaceful and fulfilling Ramadan.🌙✨

YouTube video by BCRealEstateAssn Why BC Strata Councils Need Mandatory Training

Strata councils play an important role in BC, but many of these volunteers lack formal training in critical areas. In his latest video, BCREA CEO Trevor Koot explains why mandatory training for council members is essential for stronger, safer strata communities.

Wishing you a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year! 🐎

May the Year of the Horse bring you forward momentum, courage, and new opportunities.

Happy Family Day from BCREA!

Our virtual office is closed today, Monday, February 16, and will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, February 17, at 8:30 am.

BCREA reports that 3,314 residential unit sales were recorded in MLS® Systems in January 2026, down 22.9 per cent from January 2025. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4aqz0mB

More housing, more people, more places: Turning a shared vision into policy Canada’s housing challenge isn’t just about building more units. It’s about building different kinds of housing, for different people, in more neighbourhoods.

“More housing options, for more people, in more places.” It’s a laudable goal, but what does it actually mean? Check out BCREA’s latest 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘦 blog post for the full breakdown: https://bit.ly/4rKMmkB

The Association of Interior REALTORS® and BC Real Estate Association are calling for a full review of the 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺 𝘈𝘤𝘵 and increased education for strata councils. Read our full news release here 👉 https://bit.ly/3MtcS2Z

REALTORS® play a central role in guiding clients, but successful transactions often involve a broader team of professionals.
Learn how REALTORS® can identify and navigate real estate transactions that may require additional expertise in our latest 𝘓𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 article: https://bit.ly/4teTur3

This Black History Month, BCREA is celebrating Black excellence, history, and leadership.

The BCREA Nowcast estimate of provincial economic growth for November was 1.4 per cent. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/38bXNZq

With significant pent-up demand ready to come off the sidelines, Multiple Listing Service® residential sales in BC are forecast to rise 12 per cent to 78,690 units this year.

Check out BCREA's 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘜𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦 for the full story 👉 https://bit.ly/41gw6Nu

The Housing Monitor Dashboard has been updated! Stay informed with the latest data on BC’s resale home market, construction trends, rental landscape, borrowing costs, and more. Check out the newest data here: https://bit.ly/3DgC6sF

“What are the key things REALTORS® must include on signs and online profiles to stay out of trouble?” 🏠🤔

Get the goods on BC real estate advertising rules in the latest edition of BCREA’s 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦: The Newsletter 👉 https://bit.ly/4aaXWiV

What does today’s housing market have in common with the post-Global Financial Crisis period, and how can policymakers avoid the mistakes of the past? Get the full story in BCREA’s latest Market Intelligence report here 👉 https://bit.ly/4qj9PIJ

How will AI affect the REALTOR® value proposition? Check out our new video for BCREA CEO Trevor Koot’s take.

Exempt ski towns from foreign buyer ban, say BC real estate associations Shutting out some buyers is harming tourism-dependent areas, associations say

BCREA and the Association of Interior REALTORS® have issued a call for Foreign Buyer Ban exemptions for BC ski communities. Check out the latest coverage here 👉 https://bit.ly/4sOTpKi

“Weakness in provincial market activity was concentrated in the Lower Mainland in 2025, with sales across the province recovering at different rates from tariff uncertainty,” said BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson. Get the December 2025 stats here 👉 https://bit.ly/49kQfqb

Hot off the press! The January edition of BCREA’s bi-monthly 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦: The Newsletter includes BCREA updates, tech picks, and more. If you’re a REALTOR® or a subscriber, look for it in your inbox. If not, check it out here and don’t forget to subscribe 👉 https://bit.ly/4qxTEbj

Artificial intelligence is rapidly altering consumer behaviour and expectations. In this video, BCREA CEO Trevor Koot discusses AI’s growing presence and what it means for REALTORS® and organized real estate.

BCREA is celebrating an anniversary this year, and it’s a BIG one. That’s right – we’re turning 50!

Throughout the year, we’ll be creating content related to the anniversary. Check out our kickoff video, and visit the BCREA 50th Anniversary page on our website for more info 👉 https://bit.ly/3LLbkRr

Another Year, No Action: Foreign Buyer Ban Continues to Leave BC Ski Areas Out in the Cold - British Columbia Real Estate Association Vancouver, BC – January 19, 2026. The Association of Interior REALTORS® (AOIR), in partnership with the British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA), is renewing calls for the federal government t...

BCREA and the Association of Interior REALTORS® are urging the Canadian government to issue Foreign Buyer Ban exemptions for several BC ski communities. Read the full press release here 👉 https://bit.ly/4pSv181

🏠 Housing Market Update 🏠 Watch BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson discuss the December 2025 statistics. Get all the information and charts: https://bit.ly/3Plk5Rq

BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson will speak at the Industry Outlook Forum (IOF) on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo.

Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3N6ujGB

BCREA reports that 4,271 residential unit sales were recorded in Multiple Listing Service® Systems in December 2025, down 5.9 per cent from December 2024. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/49kQfqb

Drafting legally enforceable contracts is a core part of every REALTOR®’s practice. How should changes, strikeouts, and initials be handled in a Contract of Purchase and Sale to avoid unintended liability?

Find out in our latest 𝘓𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 article here 👉 https://bit.ly/3LzYrcR

The Housing Monitor Dashboard has been updated! Stay informed with the latest data on BC’s resale home market, construction trends, rental landscape, borrowing costs, and more. Check out the newest data here: https://bit.ly/3DgC6sF