For our team, 2018-19 was a year of change, celebration, and contemplation.

The Real Estate Foundation of BC adopted a new three-year strategic plan, hosted the 2018 Land Awards Gala, welcomed three new Governors, and updated and re-released our Impact Guide. Our Board of Governors also approved more than $5 million in grants to support research, education, and policy analysis.

Download our 2018-19 Annual Report. 

2018-19 Highlights

• Our Board of Governors approved $5,345,670 in grants for 54 projects, including $1,062,772 for 12 projects led by non-profits in BC’s real estate community.
• We adopted a new three-year strategic plan with three strategic directions and a refreshed mission and vision.
• We hosted the 2018 Land Awards Gala, celebrating big ideas and bold leadership in land use, sustainability, and real estate. At the Gala, REFBC recognized 10 project award finalists, two emerging leaders, and one land champion.
• We updated and redesigned Understanding Our Impact, a guide to our impact model, interest areas framework, and impact assessment process. The new guide includes more detail on our funding priorities, examples of projects we’ve supported, and an expanded glossary of terms we use.
• We shared public opinion poll findings and a research paper on trends and opportunities relating to sustainable land use.  
• We surveyed Realtors and managing brokers, hosted focus groups, and worked with industry partners to develop a business case for sustainability-focused professional development for real estate professionals.
• We made new impact investments, passing the $1-million threshold for investments in companies and funds that deliver social, environmental, and financial returns.

Downloads:

2018-19 Annual Report

2018-19 Financial Statements

2019 Foundation Facts