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Industry moves
Royal LePage celebrates new addition
In brokerage news, Royal LePage welcomed its newest addition, Royal LePage Hometown Real Estate, in Alberta. Led by Jean-Luc and Shaylie Lamoureux, the team specializes in residential, recreational, farm, and commercial properties across St. Paul, Elk Point, Bonnyville, Smoky Lake, and Mannville.
Re/Max President Realty expands in Brampton
Re/Max President Realty has opened a second office in Brampton, Ont., near the Mount Pleasant GO Station. The new office offers state-of-the-art facilities designed to foster collaboration and innovation for agents. President and Broker of Record Garry Bhaura says this expansion underscores the company’s commitment to growth and excellence.
Century 21 Masters broadens reach across Alberta
Century 21 Masters has expanded its operations with offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Airdrie, Drumheller, Strathmore, Stony Plain, and St. Albert, reaching over 50 communities across Alberta. The leadership team includes 2024/25 CREA chair James Mabey, Geneva Tetreault, and Bob Sheddy.
Living Realty joins Keller Williams
Living Realty, a Markham-based brokerage with 550 agents, is transitioning to Keller Williams (KW) as KW Living Realty. According to a company press release, the brokerage, which has reached over $1.1-billion in sales since 2023, will officially rebrand on Mar. 3. David Wong has been named team leader, while Kelvin Wong will serve as operating principal.
Sutton Group welcomes Kings Cross franchise
Sutton Group has introduced Sutton Group Kings Cross, a new franchise serving King City and Newmarket, Ont. Led by Marc Cioffi, a detective sergeant in his local police force, the brokerage focuses on real estate solutions for first responders. Previously operating as Kinsby Real Estate, the partnership with Sutton includes plans to launch a national first responder program. Cioffi, who transitioned to real estate in 2023.
Re/Max Hendriks Team Realty aligns with Re/Max Hallmark
Re/Max Hendriks Team Realty has joined forces with Re/Max Hallmark, the world’s largest Re/Max brokerage. Led by industry veteran Jerry Hendriks, the brokerage will continue to service Ontario’s Niagara and Hamilton regions.
Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. Expands Into Creston, B.C.
Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. has expanded its operations to Creston, B.C., through a merger with the long-standing Century 21 Veitch Realty. The Veitch family has worked in real estate for over five decades in the region. Scott and Shannon Veitch will continue to play key roles in the Creston office. With this addition, Century 21 Assurance Realty now operates offices in Kamloops, Salmon Arm, Vernon, Kelowna, Castlegar, and Creston.
Announcements and notable mentions
Canadian leaders on the SP 200
Phil Soper, Royal LePage President and CEO, has ranked as the top Canadian leader on T3 Sixty’s Swanepoel Power 200 (SP 200) reaching number 12 on the prestigious list. Chief Operating Officer of Royal LePage, Carolyn Cheng, has also been named for the sixth year in a row (#141). Other notable Canadian leaders on the list include TRREB CEO Jon DiMichele (#53), Re/Max Canada President Christopher Alexander (#55), Century21 President and CEO Martin Charlwood (#57) and CREA CEO Janice Myers (#161)