LSTAR Building Town Hall
Your involvement is key to shaping the future of the LSTAR Building! We encourage all members to actively participate in this important decision-making process. For more details on the building options and background, please visit LSTAR.ca and under the members sign in, click on the LSTAR Building tab.
We invite you to join us for our next LSTAR Member Hybrid Town Hall on Wednesday, April 30th at 10:00 am. You can attend in person or join remotely. This session will provide valuable information on the future of the LSTAR Building, including the results of a recent appraisal done on the building. Your voice matters, and we look forward to your participation!
Housing Affordability in the Region
London Foodbank Co-Executive Director Glen Pearson and LSTAR's 2025 Chair Dale Marsh discuss the importance of making housing affordable for everyone. With rising population and social issues like homelessness, hunger, mental illness, fluctuating immigration patterns, and longer emergency wait times, our communities are facing new challenges.
Our federal system grants significant financial power to provincial and federal governments, leaving communities with limited resources. Tune in to explore solutions and ways we can contribute to a better future for our communities.
Latest News
REALM™ Update: New Features
The latest REALM™ update is now available, bringing new enhancements and features to improve your search experience and workflow, including Improved Search Options, Enhanced Listing Display & Search Capacity, and MORE.
Brokerage Concierge Program
Get the latest industry insights, custom training, and hands-on tech support delivered to your office. Stay ahead of trends, enhance your team's skills, and get expert support. Plus, we can answer your questions about the future of the LSTAR building.
Ron Richardson Memorial Award
Know a REALTOR® who leads, inspires, or makes a positive impact? Nominate them for the Ron Richardson Memorial Award! Nominations are now open! Deadline is Sunday, April 6.
Membership News
Membership Fees Update
Please be advised that as of March 31, 2025, LSTAR will no longer be waiving the initiation fee for new members who were previously registered with another Ontario Real Estate Board.
Starting April 1, 2025, all new applicants will be subject to the standard initiation fee(s), regardless of if they are a dual member with another board. If you have any questions, please contact Membership [at] LSTAR.ca (Membership[at]LSTAR[dot]ca).
Latest Membership Counts
As of March 31, 2025, LSTAR has 2,312 Members.
- Welcome to our Newest Members!
- Bonnie Culver – Royal Lepage Trius Realty
- Nancy Davies – Coldwell Banker Power Realty
- Sangita Reynolds – Century 21 First Canadian Corp
- Paul Ferreira – EXP Realty
- Becka Clinch – Team Glasser Real Estate Brokerage
- Melanie Ritcey – Streetcity Realty
- Ashraf Hossain – Century 21 First Canadian Corp
- Renaldo Shamoon – Sutton Group – Select Realty
- Christopher Russell – Team Glasser Real Estate Brokerage
- Harsh Singh – Initia Real Estate
- Tania Falivena – Streetcity Realty
- Nikunj Sharda – Shrine Realty Brokerage
- Laura Liefso – My Realty Select
- Liz Cooke – Keller Williams Lifestyles
- Sam Gerofsky – Prime Real Estate Brokerage
- Hardaman Kahlon – Initia Real Estate
- Carter Sanderson – Re/Max Advantage Sanderson Realty
- Cam Sanderson – Re/Max Advantage Sanderson Realty
- Cesar Cedial Cabana – EXP Realty
- Saadat Mansoor – Century 21 First Canadian Corp
- Silver Pheonix – Keller Williams Lifestyles
- Don Nicolson – Re/Max Real Estate Centre
- New Transfers
- Serena Karp now with EXP Realty
- Dawn Kenny now with Gold Empire Realty
- Tim Cann now with Century 21 First Canadian Corp
- Angela Johnson now with Century 21 First Canadian Corp
- Daniel Polakovic now with The Realty Firm Inc.
- Jill Jeffery now with Platinum Key Realty
- Azra Velagic now with Sutton Group – Select Realty
- Scott Haslett now with Nu-Vista Premiere Realty
- Bijoy Vellanickal now with Re/Max Centre City Realty
- Joe White now with Nu-Vista Premiere Realty
- Samantha O’Brien now with EXP Realty
- Prem Maan now with Gold empire Realty
- Charles Lipscombe now with Exit Realty Community
- Daniel Kiekens now with Keller Williams Lifestyles
- New Offices
- Royal Lepage Trius
PB: Bonnie Culver
- Royal Lepage Trius
- Closed Offices
- Sean Kramins Real Estate
PB: Sean Kramins
- Sean Kramins Real Estate
- Retired Members
- Chris Nicholls – Four Counties Realty
For questions regarding your LSTAR Membership, please email Membership [at] LSTAR.ca (Membership[at]LSTAR[dot]ca).
Education
April's Upcoming Classes
LSTAR currently offers several courses (Online and In-Person) that look to maximize its Members' use of standard technological tools and services. Check out the learning opportunities coming up in April and register today!
LSTAR's Spring Webinars
LSTAR's 2025 Spring Webinar Series features an exciting lineup of educational sessions designed to help you advance your skills as a REALTOR® in today's competitive landscape.
New Education Resources
Take a look at the brand-new tutorials designed to make your daily tasks easier, ensure you stay compliant, and valuable tips and tricks to boost your efficiency, including Pre- and Post-Listing Checklists and MORE!
Private Member Training
Are you seeking additional training or support? LSTAR offers tailored private training sessions for brokerages and members, conducted by our in-house Education Training Specialist. Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Events/Perks
Blood Donor Program - Bring a Buddy
LSTAR's Team of Blood Donors is well on their way to reach their team goal for 2025, currently at 35 Donations of 200 Donations with 53 Active Team Members. Why don't you join us in reaching our goal this year?
2025 LSTAR Scholarship
LSTAR will award four outstanding students with a $2,500 scholarship! Complete the application form now and submit by May 30 at 4:30 pm.
Save the Dates of Our Upcoming Events!
LSTAR hosts a number of special events throughout the year, many of which are fundraisers for charities. In addition to these initiatives, Members should attend our AGM on June 23 at the Best Western Lamplighter to stay informed, engaged, and have their voices heard.
Your Vote, Your Home
Read all about Key Housing Initiatives in the Federal Election.
Housing Canada Report
In response to the trade war launched by the Trump administration, a coalition of leading Canadian organizations from across the housing system has come together to propose a policy plan to build resiliency, safeguard the housing industry, and protect Canadians. We encourage you to read through this report which fully addresses the housing challenges.
Federal Election Resources
LSTAR is proud to partner with the Chamber of Commerce in both St. Thomas and London to host two Meet The Candidates events. It’s free of charge and a great opportunity to ask housing related questions.
Federal All-Candidates Meet & Greet - St. Thomas
- St. Thomas event held on Thursday, April 10 from 5-7 pm at the CASO station (750 Talbot Street).
Federal Election Candidates Event - London
- London event held on Wednesday, April 16 from 4-6 pm at Goodwill Industries (255 Horton St. E). Kindly register in advance.
CREA's Election Toolkit
For questions you can ask your candidates, CREA has developed several resources, including a 2025 Federal Election Toolkit.
Advocacy Insights
The PAC met with London City Councilors Sean Lewis, Corrine Rahman and Sam Trosow. Productive discussions on housing issues in the city.
LSTAR attended the Macdonald Cartier Club’s monthly gathering, where federal election candidates shared their strategies. St. Thomas Mayor Joe Preston moderated the discussion.
Congrats to MPP Rob Flack on his appointment as Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
Thank you for reading!
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