What’s Next for LSTAR? Town Hall March 4
We’ll be sharing transparent updates on the CEO search and our building, including where things stand, what’s been happening behind the scenes, and what you can expect next. These are important decisions for our association, and we want you to hear the details directly from us.
RON RICHARDSON AWARD
Do you know a REALTOR® who is an outstanding leader across the region? Do you know a REALTOR® making a positive impact with a local charity? Do you know a fellow REALTOR® who inspires others? Nominate a colleague for the Ron Richardson Memorial Award!
Latest News
We were pleased to welcome Jean Lépine, Administrator and Acting CEO of the Real Estate Council of Ontario, to the Real Estate Radar for a conversation with LSTAR Chair Robin Tiller.
Join us March 25, 2026 at the Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn & Conference Centre in London for LSTAR's 9th Biennial Don Smith Commercial Building Awards, an elegant evening of cocktails, a plated dinner, and a celebration of excellence in commercial construction.
Applications are now open for the LSTAR Scholarship Award. The deadline to apply is Friday, May 29, 2026. For questions or additional information, please contact Claire [at] LSTAR.ca (Claire[at]LSTAR[dot]ca).
MLS® & Membership
MLS® Rule 3.01 applies to all listings, including Power of Sale, and “Buyer to Verify/Confirm” language that shifts responsibility is not permitted; for full details and more MLS® updates, check the MLS® News section on the Hub regularly.
LSTAR continues to grow, and we’re proud to represent a vibrant community of REALTORS®. Thank you for being part of it!
As of February 27, 2026, LSTAR has 2,225 Members.
- Welcome to our Newest Members!
- Jashan Singh – Shrine Realty
- Linh Ta – PC275
- Emily Crawford – Oak and Key Real Estate
- Tharun Kallem – Royal Lepage Triland
- Metin Selim – Blue Forest Realty
- Jody Lavoie – LPT Realty
- Angelica Mangubat – Century 21 First Canadian
- Zoe Goodhue – Re/Max Centre City
- Jocelyn Clements – Re/Max Advantage
- Kevin Feddema – Revel Realty
- New Transfers
- Paulette Riopelle now with Royal Lepage Triland
- Dan Desjardins now with Cushman & Wakefield Southwestern Ontario
- Mary Jane Gray now with Re/Max Centre City
- Angie Reeves now with LPT Realty
- Krista Reeves now with LPT Realty
- Afshan Rais now with Streetcity Realty
- Tricia Avolio now with LPT Realty
- Derek Moore now with Blue Forest Realty
- Sue Wastell now with Century 21 First Canadian
- Jeffany Yam now with Initia Realty
- Aleen Kelledjian now with LPT Realty
- Gerry Lynn now with LPT Realty
- Ranjit Singh now with Initia Realty
- Claudia Boyer now with Initia Realty
- Christianah Aderbonmire now with Streetcity Realty
- Nick Jaremko now with Thrive Realty
- Megan MacIntosh now with The Realty Firm
- Laurie Murphy now with Thrive Realty
- New Offices
- LPT Realty
PB: Jody Lavoie
- LPT Realty
- Office Closures
- Konfidis
PB: Rodney Harvey
- Konfidis
MEMBERSHIP [at] LSTAR.CA (FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR LSTAR MEMBERSHIP, PLEASE EMAIL MEMBERSHIP[at]LSTAR[dot]CA >)
Education
Mondays just got even better. Our Mini Monday classes are quick, lively, and packed with practical tips. Join us every Monday at 10 am or 1 pm for a free session — register now!
Our LSTAR Spring Webinars kick off this March with expert-led sessions on virtual closings, HST, the 2026 housing market outlook, condos, AI and social media, and electrical safety, all designed to keep you informed, confident, and ahead of the curve.
Shake off the winter chill and step into a season of fresh learning! March is the perfect time to grow your skills, explore new topics, and connect with fellow learners. Register for a class today!
SIGN UP FOR A FREE CLASS TODAY >
Events & Perks
Don’t miss these important upcoming events — including our Slo-Pitch Tournament, AGM & Trade Show, and Charity Golf Tournament — with more exciting details coming soon!
Did you know LSTAR members can save on local businesses and products?
CHECK OUT THE EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS & PERKS >
LSTAR’s Team of Blood Donors is at 21 donations toward our 2026 goal of 200, with 45 active team members - way to go, Team LSTAR!
BOOK YOUR NEXT DONATION TODAY >
Industry News
In the wake of the heartbreaking tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, CREA and BCREA have launched a REALTORS Care® fundraising campaign in support of the Canadian Red Cross.
A new report from MNP reveals that 24 real estate brokerages were fined more than $2.6 million by Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) between 2021 and late 2025 for anti-money-laundering compliance gaps.
A new announcement from ReallyTrusted Technologies Inc. is offering complimentary STR filing support to real estate and mortgage professionals through 2026, helping brokerages confidently navigate FINTRAC requirements.
Thank you for reading!
We value your opinion and would love your feedback. Please email Communications [at] LSTAR.ca (Communications[at]LSTAR[dot]ca) with your comments.
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