Last week, we shared the results of the non-binding member poll regarding CREA’s proposed two per cent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) dues increase and the $30 special assessment for the Legal Defense Fund. 

Voting opens for the 2026 Board By-election at 3 p.m. tomorrow on the CREB^®Link election portal. 

Recent public discussion—including CREB^®’s advocacy on behalf of members—about blanket rezoning in Calgary has continued to highlight the importance of thoughtful, evidence-based housing policy.

Clear out your files and protect your information at CREB^®’s upcoming Shredding Day, taking place April 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at CREB^® Campus.

The provincially harmonized rules were reviewed by all 10 Alberta boards and associations to support consistent practice across the province. 

This is a reminder that if you have not already enrolled in the new Matrix authentication system (Auth0) using a link that was emailed to you by Pillar 9™ earlier in March, you will be required to enroll the first time you log in to Matrix and/or CREB^®Link starting March 24 (see the instructions below). 

560 REALTORS^® across Canada—including 46 from Calgary—volunteered during 18 REALTORS Care^® Days in 2025, contributing 1,866 hours to initiatives ranging from community cleanups to supporting shelters.

Last week, we asked members to provide input on two recommendations that are being voted on by delegates at the CREA AGM on April 14.

CREB^® will be participating in The City of Calgary’s upcoming public hearing regarding the citywide (blanket) rezoning policy the week of March 23.

The 2026 CREB^® Board By-election is just around the corner. Register now for Meet Your Candidates, your chance to hear directly from the members who want to lead our community.

The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) annual dues are on your February CREB^® statement.

As CREB^®’s Board Chair, I’d like to update members on the Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) legal proceedings that we informed you about on January 23, 2026.