
In almost 24 years in real estate, I’ve learned many lessons. One of the biggest is that REALTORS® have opinions, often strong ones, and they’re never shy about sharing them. I say that with respect and understanding because I’ve never been shy about speaking up either. I’ve spoken openly about the state of our industry…

Housing affordability is one of the defining challenges facing communities across the Greater Toronto Area. Families and individuals are priced out of neighbourhoods they have lived in for decades; young people are losing confidence that they will ever own a home, and rental housing is out of reach for far too many. Today’s passage of…

Today, the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) took an important step towards addressing the iPro Realty Ltd. matter, which impacted 2,400 REALTORS® and their clients across the province. In a statement published on September 12, 2025, RECO advised that they have filed a Notice of Application with the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) to…

TORONTO, ONTARIO, August 29, 2025 – Ontario’s five largest REALTOR® associations, representing more than 90 per cent of the nearly 100,000 REALTORS® in the province, support the Ford government’s decision to intervene in the review of the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) following the iPro Realty Ltd. investigation. Our associations welcome a full review of…

Today’s workplaces face unprecedented levels of stress and burnout. Leaders who are focused and emotionally aware are better equipped to mange change. Dr. Ellen Choi joined TRREB’s Chief Information Officer and podcast host Jason Mercer on the Ready to Real Estate podcast to break down the power of mindful leadership. Read on to discover the greatest strengths…

On the latest episode of TRREB’s Ready to Real Estate Podcast, TRREB CEO John DiMichele sits down with Steve Paikin, journalist and host of The Agenda on TVO, to discuss the shifting political landscape and practical implications for all levels of government, especially here in Ontario. Canada has recently emerged from a pivotal federal election, the Carney-led…

In the face of historic economic disruption and increasing global uncertainty, housing must be a top priority in Ontario’s strategy to remain competitive and resilient, particularly in light of growing pressures such as U.S. tariffs. The Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025, represents a bold and necessary step forward in accelerating home…

Crigger’s strategic vision will help drive TRREB and PropTx forward Canada’s largest real estate board with over 73,000 Members, announces the appointment of Kevin Crigger as its new Associate CEO. Crigger will also serve as President of PropTx Innovations Inc., TRREB’s subsidiary providing MLS® and technology services to real estate boards and associations with a…

TRREB is donating $35,000 to the Canadian Red Cross for the Alberta Wildfires Appeal, as part of CREA’s REALTORS® Care fundraising campaign. Thousands of Albertans have been evacuated from their homes and many surrounding communities are affected by poor air quality and widespread fires. These donations are used to assist those impacted in Jasper and…

The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) is deeply saddened by the tragic news surrounding the homicide of Yuk-Ying (Anita) Mui, a Member of our REALTOR® community. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to her family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that the York Regional Police and the Ontario…

At TRREB, we believe in the power of prioritizing education and the importance of supporting the next generation. Our Past President’s Scholarship awards are a testament to this commitment, providing talented secondary school students with the financial assistance they need to pursue higher education. Since 2007, 66 deserving students have received a total of $244,000…

The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) and its Member REALTOR® are supporting high school students pursuing post-secondary education with the TRREB Past President’s Scholarship. Since the 2007 inception of the program in, 73 deserving students have now received a total of $264,500 to put towards realizing their dreams. Each student must write a compelling…