The Government of Alberta confirmed yesterday that enhanced public health measures will remain in place until further notice to protect Albertans and our health-care system.

Status quo continues

Our business operations at CREB^® continue to be status quo. This means having a limited number of staff working from the office building and access to the Member Services Centre by appointment only. To learn more and book an appointment, please call 403-781-5454.

As a reminder, masks are mandatory for all indoor workplaces. We urge members to review the COVID-19 hub on CREB^®Link to learn more about how to reduce your risk and encourage everyone to wear a face covering and/or mask in all interactions with the public.

The temporary ban on open houses also remains in place for the time being and showings must continue to be conducted by appointment only and limited to two family-unit members at a time. For more information, visit our COVID-19 FAQ page.

We will continue to follow this situation closely and provide updates as they become available.

In the news: Toronto REALTOR® shows home with tenants inside who have COVID-19

Global News recently reported on a real estate agent who showed a Toronto home to about 20 potential buyers even though three people inside were in self-quarantine for COVID-19.

“One thing is certain, if realtors, their clients, or any consumer is displaying symptoms related to COVID-19, they cannot proceed in a way that may endanger others. They are obligated to refuse showings to clients,” the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board said.

To read the full article online, click here.

CREB^® is closely monitoring news regarding COVID-19 and is committed to providing our members with the most up-to-date and relevant information.

To access additional information and resources for REALTORS^®, please visit the COVID-19 hub on CREB^®Link.