Keith MacLean-Talbot Joins REFBC’s Board of Governors

We are pleased to announce that the Real Estate Institute of BC (REIBC) has appointed Keith MacLean-Talbot to the Real Estate Foundation of BC’s Board of Governors.

Keith MacLean-Talbot is a Partner at Grover, Elliott & Co., a commercial real estate appraisal and property tax consulting company. He leads the firm’s Property Tax Division, applying his expertise in valuation and assessment appeals to support fair and equitable outcomes across British Columbia.

An active volunteer in the real estate community, Keith served on REIBC’s Board from 2016 to 2023, including as President in 2021–2022. He now contributes as an Executive Member of the BC Chapter of the Canadian Property Tax Association, regularly emcees industry events, and gives back locally as a coach with Mount Seymour Little League.

“I’m inspired by the REFBC team’s deep commitment to their work. Their passion is clear, and I’m thrilled to contribute, even in a small way, to the meaningful change the organization driving across the province”

Keith MacLean-Talbot, Governor, Real Estate Foundation of BC

“Keith’s deep understanding of real estate and property taxation, combined with a strong commitment to community, brings valuable perspective to our work. His thoughtful approach to land use aligns beautifully with our mission,” says Mark Gifford, CEO of REFBC.

Keith holds professional designations as an RI and P. App, AACI, and completed his studies at UBC and Bishop’s University (Sherbrooke, QC). He lives with his wife and two children in North Vancouver, where he enjoys spending as much time as possible outdoors with his family, golfing, mountain biking, trail running, and skiing.

REFBC is overseen by a seven-member Board of Governors. The Governors are appointed by the Province of BC (3), Union of BC Municipalities (1), BC Real Estate Association (1), Real Estate Institute of BC (1), and BC Non-Profit Housing Association (1).