Industry News
Get Out and Vote: Housing is on the Ballot
Canadians head to the polls on Monday, April 28, 2025, and it’s clear — housing is on the ballot. To help our Members make an informed vote, OREB has compiled a summary of where the federal parties stand on key housing and real estate issues. Below, you will find a comparison table that outlines the
OREB Takes ‘Team Canada’ Approach on U.S. Travel and Economic Impact
As part of a broader ‘Team Canada’ response to ongoing U.S. tariffs and economic disruption, OREB’s Board of Directors has accepted a recommendation from the Governance Committee to pause all board-related travel to the United States, unless otherwise approved by the Committee. This decision aligns with actions being taken across all levels of government, business,
Ottawa Real Estate Board Launches New PropTx MLS® System
Ottawa, ON – February 21, 2025 – As of November 25, 2024, The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) has officially transitioned its more than 4,000 REALTOR® Members to the advanced PropTx MLS® System, ensuring enhanced access to real estate listings across Eastern Ontario and beyond. Designed with cutting-edge technology, the new MLS® System integrates Artificial
Eastern Ontario Real Estate Boards Exploring Integration
The Cornwall & District Real Estate Board, Kingston and Area Real Estate Association, Ottawa Real Estate Board, Renfrew County Real Estate Board and Rideau-St. Lawrence Real Estate Board are working together to explore regional integration. Just as PropTx is being adopted to elevate the resources, tools and data we offer, at the core of
OREB Welcomes Nicole Christy as New CEO
After a competitive recruitment process, the Ottawa Real Estate Board’s (OREB) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Nicole Christy will assume the permanent position of CEO. Nicole joins OREB from the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS® (LSTAR) where she rose to the position of Vice-President, Corporate Governance and Leadership Development. “Nicole’s
Ottawa Real Estate Board to Join Leading-edge PropTx MLS® Service
The Ottawa Real Estate Board’s (OREB) mission is to provide its 4,000 REALTOR® Members with leading-edge resources to achieve success in our community’s real estate market. OREB, in partnership with the Renfrew County Real Estate Board, Rideau-St. Lawrence Real Estate Board, and Cornwall and District Real Estate Board, is excited to announce a new development
OREB Applauds New Housing Initiative and Zoning
The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) endorses today’s substantial federal and municipal housing announcement, committing $176 million through the Housing Accelerator Fund to expedite the creation of 4,400 new housing units over three years and stimulate the construction of 32,600 homes in the next decade. OREB is encouraged by these efforts, which parallel our advocacy
Ottawa Real Estate Board Statement on the 2023 Federal Budget
Housing, and the challenges faced by Canadians with respect to housing, has been a major theme in headlines across the country for a number of years. REALTORS® of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) and throughout Canada have long been advocating for measures to alleviate what was a growing concern — the housing supply shortage.
Ottawa Real Estate Board’s 2023 President and Board of Directors
Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) are welcoming a new Board of Directors slate who have been elected to represent more than 3,900 REALTORS® for 2023. The new board will be comprised of 2023 President Ken Dekker, Past President Penny Torontow, President-Elect Curtis Fillier, and Vice-President Paul Czan. Joining them are directors Fred Crouch, Tami Eades, Laura Finlay, Eric Kalbfleisch, Michael Lewicki, Tony McDermott, Jake Prescott, Matt Richling and Ralph Shaw.
