LSTAR IS CELEBRATING A MAJOR MILESTONE!
LSTAR turns 90 this year! Throughout 2026, we’ll be highlighting memorable moments, milestones, and stories that showcase nine decades of growth, advocacy, and service to our members and communities. Stay tuned for fun throwbacks and historical features all year long. If you have photos, memorabilia, or stories from LSTAR’s past that you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you!
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LSTAR is pleased to welcome Robin Tiller as Chair for 2026. Broker of Record with Coldwell Banker Star Real Estate, Robin brings strong leadership experience from her work on the Board and key committees. Also joining the Board of Directors for 2026 are Yvonne Steer, Elgin Realty, and Louay Kadri, Century 21 First Canadian Corp.
YOUR 2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS >
Latest News
2026 Membership Forms Are Now Available. Membership has updated its forms for 2026. Please ensure you’re accessing the most up-to-date versions by visiting the Membership Forms page on the Member Hub.
Community Care Day was a great success! We visited 10 local charities that received REALTORS® Care grant funding. Thank you to our members for making this possible!
Scam Alert! Be aware of suspicious inquiries from individuals using fake names who try to move conversations to Zoom or other platforms to get you to click on a link. Always verify contacts and stay cautious.
MLS® & Membership News
The 10-day cooling-off period for buyers of new freehold homes will now come into force on January 1, 2027. This gives purchasers time to review agreements and cancel if needed, with deposits returned.
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PropTx Administrator fees changed on January 1. Full access administrators and Generic Branch administrators will be a $120 + HST annual fee, replacing the previous $50 setup fee and $50 annual fee. Add/edit users will be a $60 + HST annual fee, replacing the $40 set up fee and $50 annual fee. There are no changes to fees for Personal/Unlicensed assistants.
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LSTAR continues to grow, and we’re proud to represent a vibrant community of REALTORS®. Thank you for being part of it!
As of December 29, 2025, LSTAR has 2,227 Members.
- Welcome to our Newest Members!
- Jared Wiebe – Streetcity Realty
- Nish Khanal – EXP Realty
- Jas Walia – Gold Empire Realty
- Stavros Liounis – Royal Lepage Triland
- Ariana Teichroeb – Keller Williams Lifestyles
- Kevin Yang – Thrive Realty
- Harinder Kanda – Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Sunil Sangwan – Zolo Realty
- Kimberley Wilura – Re/Max Icon Realty
- Preet Dhami – Team Glasser Realty
- New Transfers
- Christine Forster – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- May Yong – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Matthew Druzcz – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Melanie Ritcey – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Grant Guo – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Michelle Wright – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Sean Monteith – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Sushil Tura – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Lisa Reeves – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Stephanie Martens – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Sade Birani – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Ruby Pawar – now with Shrine Realty
- Mick Daum – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Justin Skrypnyk – now with Sutton Group Preferred
- Marcus Caporicci – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Haekyoung Kim-Webber – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Jamie Shewaga – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Tim Estabrooks – now with Sutton Group Select
- Greg Keane – now with Sutton Group Select
- Mike Oh – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Kate Taylor-Borszcz – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Rebecca Kim – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Danielle Bernardo – now with Sutton Group Select
- Vanessa Franjkovic – now with Sutton Group Select
- Svetlana Gurova – now with Initia
- Joe White – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Katherine Vander Wielen – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Scott Haslett – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Clint Claxton – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Karen Sandwith – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Sher Toor – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Maria Forster – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Shannon Blumas – now with EXP Realty
- Stan Franjkovic – now with Sutton Group Select
- Hailey Webber – now with EXP Realty
- Tim Estabrooks – now with Just Farms Realty
- Nasim Uddin – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Ryan Hollenbeck – now with Nu-Vista Pinnacle
- Julie Varley – now with Prime Real Estate
- Office Closures
- Serik Realty
PB: Gary Sodhi (dual with TRREB)
- Serik Realty
- Retired Members
- Frances Fletcher
Keller Williams Lifestyles
- Frances Fletcher
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Education
Mondays just got a lot more fun! Our Mini Monday classes are quick, lively, and full of tips you’ll love. Starting in January, join us at 10 am or 1 pm for a free session – register now!
Forms & Clauses Update: Part 2. Join REALTOR® In Residence Nathan Morrissette and the OREA Forms team for a look at the new and revised 2026 Standard Forms and Clauses on Jan 12, 2026 @ 10:00 - 11:30 am.
LSTAR offers tailored private training sessions led by our in-house Education Training Specialist. It’s a great way to build your skills and knowledge for a small fee.
SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TRAINING SESSION >
Winter is here – time to warm up your skills! Stay inspired this season with our January classes. Learn something new, dive deeper, and connect with fellow learners. Cozy up and join us!
SIGN UP FOR A FREE CLASS TODAY >
Events
A big festive thank-you to everyone who joined us, volunteered, sponsored, and to our amazing committee for making this year’s Children’s Christmas Party such a joyful success! Your energy, kindness, and holiday spirit helped make the day truly magical.
SEE ALL THE GRINCH-APPROVED FUN >
Did you know LSTAR members can save on local businesses and products?
CHECK OUT THE EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS AND PERKS >
LSTAR's Team of Blood Donors is at 155 donations toward our 200-goal, with 53 active members – way to go!
BOOK YOUR NEXT DONATION & SEE HOW YOU CAN WIN >
Advocacy Insight
LSTAR met with local MPPs at Queen’s Park to discuss housing affordability, the rental market, and economic challenges. We thank our elected representatives for their leadership and commitment to supporting pathways to homeownership.
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