April 9, 2025 - 11:51

The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has officially welcomed its Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 term during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on April 8, 2025, in Ottawa, Ontario. The newly installed board includes a diverse group of leaders from various regions, reflecting the organization's commitment to representing the interests of real estate professionals across Canada.
Among the newly appointed members are Kourosh Doustshenas, who will serve as the Regional Director for Manitoba, and Phil Moore, who takes on the role of Director-at-Large. Luc Woolsey, another Director-at-Large, is expected to bring valuable insights to the board. Additionally, Chris Peters will represent the Atlantic region, while David Brown joins as a Director-at-Large. Avril Reifferscheid has been appointed as the Regional Director for Saskatchewan, contributing to the board's regional representation.
The new board is poised to address the evolving challenges and opportunities within the Canadian real estate market, focusing on enhancing member services and promoting industry best practices.
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