Vancouver Island Real Estate Board

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

Want a quick overview of VIREB's August housing market? Our latest video update breaks down the key highlights in about two minutes—no deep dive required. ⬇️ 🏠

Visit www.vireb.com for more information on our August 2026 housing...

09/02/2026

📢 VIREB's annual call for director nominations is now open. 📢

Positions available:

* Zone 2 - Comox Valley
* Zone 4 - Nanaimo
* Zone 5 - Parksville-Qualicum Beach
* Zone 6 - Port Alberni-Ucluelet & Tofino
* Director-at-Large

All Zone Licensee Director positions are for two-year terms (2027 to 2028). Active members in good standing whose license is registered in one of the zones above ⬆️ are eligible for nomination.

There is one open Director-At-Large position for a two-year term (2027 to 2028). ❗Only managing brokers are eligible to nominate or vote for the director-at-large position.

If you're interested in standing for election, or would like to nominate someone you believe would be a strong candidate, please follow the steps below. ⬇️

How to Submit a Nomination:

1️⃣ On the Matrix home page, click the **VIREB Call for Nominations - Zone 2, 4, 5, 6 Director and Broker Director-at-Large link under External Links (first item at the top). That will take you to the Simply Voting dashboard, the online platform VIREB uses to manage director elections.
2️⃣ Follow the instructions under the How it Works tab.

Important Notes Regarding the Nomination Process:

*You can only nominate someone in your zone.
*If you log in and see a message stating; "You are not registered to vote in any current ballots," you're not eligible to nominate anyone in that zone.
*Your nomination status depends on where your licensee brokerage is located. (i.e., if you work in Zone 2 but are registered with an office in Zone 4, you're not eligible to vote in Zone 2).

The nomination deadline is noon on Tuesday, September 15. 🗓️

Thank you for your help in making this important decision. 🗳️

09/02/2026

How did VIREB'S housing market perform in August? 📊 Check out our market snapshot for a quick overview or visit https://bit.ly/4xxzT77 for a more in-depth look. 👀

09/01/2026

How did our housing market shape up last month? Sales activity eased in August, but VIREB's housing market continues to demonstrate resilience compared to many other regions in British Columbia.

VIREB recorded 651 unit sales (all property types) in August 2026, down four per cent from one year ago. Year-over-year active listings (all property types) were 4,498, up two per cent from the previous year.

In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 298 homes sold in August 2026, down 11 per cent from one year ago and a drop of 19 per cent from last month. Sales of condo apartments in August came in at 70, down four per cent from last year and one per cent from July. In the row/townhouse category, 79 units changed hands in August, up 11 per cent from one year ago and down two per cent from July.

Active listings of single-family homes were 1,468 in August, down from 1,424 one year ago. VIREB’s inventory of condo apartments was 356 last month, dropping from the 396 properties listed in August 2025. There were 304 row/townhouses for sale last month compared to 355 the previous year.

Benchmark prices for August were as follows.

• Single-family - $788,100 (up 0.3% y-o-y)
• Apartment - $401,900 (down 1% y-o-y)
• Townhouse - $550,000 (up 1% y-o-y)

📊 Our full August 2026 Statistics Package is available at https://bit.ly/4xxzT77. For local market insights, please contact a REALTOR® in your area. 🏡

08/27/2026

08/21/2026

Mark October 14 on your calendar for VIREB's Fall 2026 Conference at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Focused on the theme of service, this year's event will explore the many ways REALTORS® serve their clients, communities, and profession.

Start your day with registration at 8 a.m. and stay for a lineup of inspiring speakers, meaningful community conversations, tradeshow exhibits, a special charitable spotlight, featured presentations, a keynote session, plenty of chances to win great prizes along the way, and... of course you'll get to try another delicious lunch!

New this year, we're excited to announce the learning doesn't end when the sessions wrap up. We'll be hosting a post-conference reception from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.! End this inspiring day by connecting with fellow attendees, exhibitors, and other industry professionals over appetizers.
Don't miss this opportunity to build an invaluable professional network.

Visit the Member Portal to register and keep an eye out for more promotional content with exciting details soon!

We're also excited to be partnering with Brink Events to make this event happen, so you'll be hearing more from them in the coming weeks.

REALTORS Care

08/20/2026

We're sharing the newest clip from BC Housing's "What the BC Energy Step Code Means for Your Home" series. Featuring Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) members Elder Vanessa Campbell (Íyal) and Cory Douglas on the role Indigenous traditions play on modern home design.

While this feature focuses on Squamish Nation voices and experiences in the Lower Mainland, the importance of designing homes that reflect culture, community, and sustainability is a conversation that extends to Indigenous communities across BC, including those on Vancouver Island.

Learn more by viewing the full video here: https://f.mtr.cool/phdbqlgnqb

BC Housing

08/19/2026

We invite you to join the current VIREB directors on Wednesday, August 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., for an informal BBQ at the VIREB office. This relaxed event is an opportunity to meet board members, learn more about the director role, and ask questions in a casual setting.

Serving as a director is a meaningful way to contribute to our profession, represent your fellow members, and help shape the future of organized real estate on Vancouver Island.

Don't risk missing out on some good eats! Visit the Member Portal to register now and secure your plate.

If you can't attend but would like to learn more about becoming a VIREB director, please email [email protected].