Each month, REM shares brokerage expansions and conversions, leadership appointments and other key industry moves. Have an announcement to share? Email your news to [email protected] by the 26th of each month, and don’t forget to include a photo!
Leadership moves
Re/Max Twin City adds to leadership team
Re/Max Twin City Realty has appointed Brian Santos as managing broker for its Waterloo, Ont., and New Hamburg, Ont., offices.
Santos brings 17 years of experience to the role, including as a past president of the Kitchener-Waterloo Association of Realtors and two-term director at Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA).
He is also respected for his community work through Scotland’s Yard, which has raised over $4 million for children’s care in local hospitals.
“Joining REMAX Twin City is an incredible opportunity to be part of a brokerage that values growth, innovation, and community,” said Santos. “I’m looking forward to building on the strong foundation already in place and helping our agents and offices reach even greater heights.”
Expansions and conversions
Re/Max Excellence expands with new office in Brampton
Mississauga, Ont.-based Re/Max Excellence is expanding its network to nearby Brampton.
Broker/owners Gurv Dhillon and Aman Bhandaal are welcoming over 20 agents to their new office located at 456 Vodden Street.
“The decision to open another Re/Max office was driven by our commitment to growth, agent success, and expanding our footprint in a high-potential market,” said Bhandaal. “Seeing our agents achieve their dreams and build successful careers is what makes this expansion truly rewarding.
Nest Seekers expands into Toronto’s Yorkville district
Nest Seekers International has opened its Ontario flagship office in Toronto at 101 Yorkville Ave., marking a key step in the company’s Canadian expansion.
“The launch of our Yorkville flagship is a defining moment for Nest Seekers in Canada,” said Angelo Ferlisi, broker of record for Nest Seekers Ontario. “It establishes our presence in one of the world’s most coveted luxury markets and sets the stage for growth and global collaboration.”
Founded in 2002 by CEO Eddie Shapiro, Nest Seekers bills itself as one of the fastest-growing privately held luxury real estate brokerages in the world. It operates more than 80 offices and employs over 2,000 professionals across major international markets. The firm has closed over US$100 billion in real estate transactions.
In addition to residential and commercial properties, Nest Seekers offers services for ultra-high-net-worth clients, including brokering yachts, fine art and private aircraft. The company is known for its use of media, technology and cross-market strategy to connect buyers and sellers globally.
Macdonald Realty opens new office in Whistler Village
Macdonald Realty has opened a new office in the heart of Whistler Village, B.C., expanding its presence in the Sea-to-Sky region.
Though active in the Whistler market for years, the new space signals a renewed focus, led by managing broker Patricia Place, says a company statement. It works in tandem with the company’s Squamish office, which holds the largest share of local listings.
Located at #124-4338 Main Street, the office is designed with flexibility in mind. It offers open workspaces where agents can meet clients, collaborate with colleagues, or work between showings.
Agents based in Whistler also benefit from full-service support from the Squamish location, including conveyancing and admin help.
Macdonald Realty now has 19 residential offices and more than 1,100 professionals across B.C.
Important milestones
CENTURY 21 Lakeside returns to rebuilt office two years after wildfire
Two years after the Bush Creek East wildfire tore through parts of the Shuswap Lake region in British Columbia, CENTURY 21 Lakeside Realty has returned to its rebuilt office in Scotch Creek.
The fire, which began in July 2023, caused widespread destruction across the North Shuswap area. Among the more than 100 structures lost was CENTURY 21 Lakeside’s office. Owner Kevin Campbell remembers the evacuation happening within minutes.
“We got the phone call that the fire was coming down the hill and we had to get moving immediately,” said Campbell “We didn’t have time to get into the office and take anything out – it got dangerously windy, the evacuation order came in, and everybody ran. In a matter of minutes, the office was gone.”
While the building was lost, no one on the team was injured. In the months that followed, the business operated out of a temporary location while the community began the long process of rebuilding.
The new office officially reopened this summer. Built on the same site, it now serves as a symbol of resilience for the business and the community.
CENTURY 21 Lakeside has been part of the CENTURY 21 Canada network since 1976 and recently renewed its franchise agreement through 2029.
CENTURY 21 Bamber marks 40 years in Calgary real estate
CENTURY 21 Bamber Realty is marking its 40th anniversary, highlighting four decades in Calgary’s real estate industry.
Founded in 1984, the brokerage has grown to become one of the top-performing CENTURY 21 offices in Canada. Owner George Bamber said the company’s focus remains on supporting Albertans through real estate transactions while fostering a strong, experienced team.
A key development in its anniversary year is a merger with CENTURY 21 Elevate. The Elevate team, led by Andre and Tanya d’Abadie, has joined the Bamber office, bringing with them over 20 years of experience in property management. Andre d’Abadie will now lead Elevate Property Management under the Bamber umbrella, expanding the brokerage’s range of services.
Bamber, who began his real estate career at age 23, said mentorship is central to his leadership approach. “It’s about guiding agents and helping them grow into the profession,” he said.
Bamber also serves on Alberta’s Residential Council and has previously served on the Calgary Real Estate Board. He says contributing to the industry’s development remains a priority.
