The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) is pleased to announce that Okanagan REALTOR® Kim Heizmann has been installed as its 2026-2027 Chair at the BCREA Annual Meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

“The real estate sector thrives when teamwork and strong leadership guide the way,” says Kim. “Leading an organization like BCREA is truly a team effort, and I’m honoured to serve as Chair alongside such a dedicated Board of Directors. Our work doesn’t happen in isolation; it relies on strong collaboration with our member boards and associations and their leadership teams across British Columbia. Each region brings valuable experience and perspective, and when we listen to one another and work together, we strengthen the entire profession. I’m grateful for the trust placed in BCREA and look forward to a year of thoughtful partnership as we continue supporting REALTORS® and the communities they serve.”

Kim has dedicated 19 years to real estate in British Columbia’s Okanagan region, and for the past decade has served in a variety of leadership roles, championing collaboration and professionalism within organized real estate. Throughout her career, she has remained committed to fostering growth, integrity, and innovation across the sector.

Joining Heizmann as Officers of the Association are Chair-Elect Robert Wood; Past Chair Chris Shields; and BCREA Chief Executive Officer Trevor Koot.

BCREA also welcomes new REALTOR® Director Phil Moore (Burnaby), who will be joining BCREA’s Board of Directors when he has completed his term at the Canadian Real Estate Association on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Returning REALTOR® Directors include Ruth Hanson (Vancouver), Daniel John (Vancouver), Chelsea Mann (Kamloops), Darcy McLeod (Vancouver), and Marlon Murr (Victoria). Public Directors Ehsan Etezad, Amanda Magee, and Andy Pham are also returning.

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