PODCAST: Episode 9 - Does Racism Exist in Real Estate?

On Episode 9 of Open House by BCREA, we ask the question: does racism exist in real estate in Canada?

Joining our discussion and to help explore solutions we welcome three guests: Bethany King, a Black Toronto-area Realtor who is advocating for change; Satnam Sidhu, a BC Realtor with 40 years of experience and time spent as president of the Canadian Real Estate Association and the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver; and Michael Bach, Founder and CEO of the Canadian Centre of Diversity and Inclusion.

This episode was recorded on July 29, 2020.

Show Notes and Links

Below is where you’ll find links to articles and websites referenced during the show. You can also use the times listed to navigate your way through the episode.

What’s New – 1:52

• BC REALTORS® Adapt “Open House” Practices to Protect Consumers
• Standard Forms Resource Centre Launching in August, Major Form Release This Fall
• Housing Market Update - July 2020

Feature Conversation – 3:34

• 4:32 - Bethany King
• 15:15 - Satnam Sidhu
• 20:22 - Michael Bach

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