Best The Canadian Real Estate Association Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 56: Money on Your Mind: Boost Your Financial Confidence – Melissa Leong 42:29

3d ago42:29

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When was the last time you talked in depth about your money? Research shows talking about finances can build financial confidence, and lead to better financial outcomes. But you need to know where to start. On this episode of the REAL TIME podcast we’re joined by Melissa Leong, best-selling author and resident money expert on the daytime talk show,…

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84: The Truth Canadian Real Estate Data is Telling with rennie Intelligence's Ryan Berlin & Ryan Wyse 41:48

1d ago41:48

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 84: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ryan Berlin and Ryan Wyse. Berlin, the Head Economist & VP of Intelligence, and Wyse, the Market Intelligence Manager & Lead Analyst, lead rennie's Market Intelligence division in Vancouver, BC, a team that cuts through the noise using cutting-e…

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83: How to Protect Your Family's Financial Future with Matte & Associates' Chris Matte 41:33

8d ago41:33

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 82: Matt and Taylor are joined by Chris Matte, BBA. Chris is an Associate Advisor at Matte & Associates Financial Solutions from Kelowna, BC, a family owned and operated boutique wealth management firm that manage over $300M in assets for 2,500 clients. Growing up in the family …

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In Development Episode 53: Moving Mountains for Missing Middle with Matthew Kennedy of Studio North 1:10:45

14d ago1:10:45

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This episode’s guests visit us virtually from Calgary for a discussion all about building missing middle housing across Alberta. Studio North’s Matt Kennedy discusses building missing middle housing in the mountains and translates lessons learned from this context to apply across the province. Matt shares more about the Astor project in Banff, whic…

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Episode 55: Making Moves: My Life Journey Told Through Real Estate – Shaun Majumder 46:42

16d ago46:42

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From a trailer park in Newfoundland to buying properties and land across Canada, to even buying and selling homes in the United States, Canadian actor and comedian Shaun Majumder has lived all over North America—in many types of homes. His life journey can be mapped through real estates, with emotional memories attached to every move. On this episo…

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82: Will Canada Ever Catch Up on Housing with GWL Realty Advisors' Wendy Waters 42:12

16d ago42:12

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 82: Matt and Taylor are joined by Wendy Waters. Wendy is the Vice President, Research Services & Strategy at GWL Realty Advisors from Vancouver, BC, who has over 20 years of experience in real estate research. At GWLRA, she leads Research Services & Strategy team, which provides…

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81: How to Protect Yourself From Home Insurance Horror Stories with ARG Contracting's Adam Galbraith 42:00

22d ago42:00

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 81: Matt and Taylor are joined by Adam Galbraith. Adam is the Founder and President of ARG Group from Kelowna, BC, a full-service, locally owned and operated construction company providing General Contracting and Construction Management services, specializing in residential and …

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80: The Power of the Independent Candidate in the 2024 BC Election with Ashley Ramsay, MLA Candidate for Kelowna-Mission 45:02

1M ago45:02

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 80: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ashley Ramsay. Ashley, from Kelowna, BC, is running as a MLA candidate in the Kelowna-Mission riding as an Unaffiliated Independent in the upcoming 2024 BC provincial election. As a Founder of Yeti Farm Creative, which has created hundreds of jo…

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79: Using Data to Micro-Analyze the Market and Create Opportunities with Century 21's Dean Desrosiers 48:19

1M ago48:19

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 79: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Dean Desrosiers. Dean is an Owner/Partner, Broker, and Coach at Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. from Kelowna, BC, which has been ranked one of the top 5 Century 21 franchises in all of Canada since 2019. Dean entered real estate in 2008 and …

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In Development Episode 52: Saying Cheerio to Mariah Samji and Hello to Sean Sedgwick! 1:18:04

2M ago1:18:04

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The guests on this episode of In-Development are familiar faces! Mariah Samji and Sean Sedgwick join forces to talk about the past, present, and future of IDEA. As Mariah moves on from her role as Executive Director of IDEA, she discusses the legacy and impact the organization has had on the City as well as herself personally. Sean shares what drew…

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Episode 54: The Working REALTOR®: Embracing Mentorship in Real Estate 44:13

2M ago44:13

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There are countless ways to succeed in real estate and no two individuals take the exact same route—so, how then does a real estate professional confidently make their next move? There’s so much to learn from other REALTORS® and those who have been in the industry for a long period of time, or have taken a unique path to success. Mentorship doesn’t…

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78: What Happened to the BC United Party - Could Independent MLA Candidates Hold the Balance of Power in BC? Featuring Stephen Johnston, MLA Candidate for West Kelowna-Peachland 42:03

2M ago42:03

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 78: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Stephen Johnston. Steve is from West Kelowna, BC, and over the past 6 years has served as both a West Kelowna City Councillor and a Director with the RDCO, where he topped the polls in the last two elections while working full-time in constru…

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77: How You Can Invest in Real Estate with Only $1 with addy's Stephen Jagger 47:20

2M ago47:20

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 77: Matt and Taylor are joined by Stephen Jagger. Stephen is a Co-Founder of addy from Vancouver, BC, who's also a serial entrepreneur, author, and speaker. Since 2000, Stephen has had multiple of his real estate industry companies acquired, including Combustion Hosting and Uber…

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76: Back to School - How to Thrive in the Current Real Estate Market with Royal Lepage Kelowna's Wade Webb 59:08

2M ago59:08

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 76: Matt and Taylor are joined by Wade Webb. Wade is the Broker/Owner at Royal Lepage Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, who's been in the real estate industry for over 30 years. In 2004, Wade founded AgentsBoost.com, which offers a complementary blend of professional and personal coachi…

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Episode 53: Unpacking the Draft Business Case for REALTOR.ca 31:32

3M ago31:32

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Exploration into turning REALTOR.ca into a for-profit subsidiary of CREA has included the most comprehensive due-diligence process undertaken in CREA history.. It’s about keeping REALTORS® at the forefront, looking at how this invaluable tool could be better leveraged to serve members, and addressing changing consumer needs. The proposed path forwa…

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75: Penticton's Sokana Project & a Development's Reliance on Pre-Sales with Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing's Jamie Squires 31:15

3M ago31:15

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 75: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jamie Squires. Jamie is the President and Managing Broker at Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing from Surrey, BC, who's a new home development specialist with over 20 years experience. Her expertise lies in helping shape communities through thoug…

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74: Canada's $2T+ Growing Debt and It's Implications with 360° Wealth Strategies' Mike Sidhu 39:43

3M ago39:43

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 74: Matt and Taylor are joined by Mike Sidhu, CFP, CLU, FMA, RCIS, and IBC Practitioner. Mike is a Financial & Tax Planning Strategist and the President of 360° Wealth Strategies & Solutions from British Columbia, who's practice is dedicated to enhancing clients' financial liter…

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73: Property Management Masterclass - How to Thrive Investing in Rentals with Vantage West's Ezra Cremers 59:38

3M ago59:38

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 73: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ezra Cremers. Ezra is a Licensed Property Manager & Real Estate Agent at Vantage West Realty Inc. from Kelowna, BC, who manages a portfolio of almost 300 rental properties. As a business owner for over 20 years, and managing a personal investmen…

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In Development Episode 51: Transforming Edmonton's Urban Landscape: Insights from Urban Planners Chelsea Whitty and Jordan Riemer 50:51

4M ago50:51

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Join us for a dynamic episode of the In Development podcast as we sit down with Chelsea Whitty and Jordan Riemer, two innovative urban planners making significant impacts on Edmonton's urban landscape. Jordan Riemer is an Urban Planner in Edmonton who specializes in merging equity and land-use considerations into transportation planning. With a bac…

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72: How the Provincial Housing Bills are Impacting the City with Kelowna City Planner Adam Cseke 43:08

4M ago43:08

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 72: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Adam Cseke. Adam is a Senior City Planner for the City of Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, who was previously on the show in episode 15. He is here to update us on the changes going on in the city, how the new provincial housing bills are impacting …

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Episode 52: Working Together to Address Housing Supply - The Honourable Sean Fraser 38:22

4M ago38:22

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It’s no secret that Canada is facing a housing crisis. The country is in need of programs and strategies to help build more homes that meet people where they are. It’s a national issue that requires collaboration from all leaders, politically and otherwise. The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, is our gues…

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71: How to Avoid Surprises at Your Lawyer's Office with Acorn Law Corporation's Dani Brito 59:25

4M ago59:25

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 71: Matt and Taylor are joined by Dani Brito. Dani is a Lawyer at Acorn Law Corporation from Kelowna, BC, who specializes in real estate, wills and estates and business law. Acorn Law Corporation is a small but mighty firm that provides tailored advice and family-friendly servic…

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70: Changing Canadian's Mindset with Money and Defining Success with The Mortgage Pug Alex McFadyen 46:06

4M ago46:06

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WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 70: Matt and Taylor are joined by Alex McFadyen. Alex is a Mortgage Broker & the Owner of Flow Mortgage Co. from the Greater Vancouver Area in BC, who recently purchased a house and will be splitting time in Kelowna. One of the top Mortgage Brokers in all of Canada, he was one o…

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In Development Episode 50: Revitalizing Downtown Edmonton: Leadership and Vision with Puneeta McBryan, EDBA CEO 1:03:50

5M ago1:03:50

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Join us for an engaging episode of the In Development podcast as we welcome Puneeta McBryan, CEO of the Edmonton Downtown Business Association (EDBA). Puneeta stepped into her role in December 2020, navigating the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a leader and connector, she collaborates with government bodies, the private sector, …

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69: 5 Tips to Take Advantage of the Real Estate Market in 2024 26:54

5M ago26:54

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Episode 69: Matt and Taylor share 5 tips to take advantage of the real estate market in 2024, the change in thinking you need to have, and where you can find opportunities in this market. Matt and Taylor discuss: → Having an abundance mindset. → Owning your primary residence and buying rental properties. → Finding the right team to work with and wh…

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Episode 51: Housing Market Update: Canadian Economists Weigh-In 38:05

5M ago38:05

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On June 5, The Bank of Canada announced its first rate cut in four years. This could be the sign many were waiting for to come off the sidelines and step into Canada’s housing markets. But, what does that look like across the country and how do other economic factors play into the decision making process? On the latest episode of REAL TIME, we hear…

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68: Can City Infrastructure Survive the Push for Densification with Kelowna City Councillor Ron Cannan 46:53

5M ago46:53

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Episode 68: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ron Cannan. Ron is a City Councillor for the City of Kelowna, BC, who in addition to being involved in municipal and provincial politics, was an elected Member of Parliament (MP) for Kelowna-Lake Country from 2006 to 2015. With decades of experience as a public servant, Ron is highly sought after by governm…

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67: Penticton's $1B Innovation District with Stryke Group's Rocky Sethi 34:31

5M ago34:31

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Episode 67: Matt and Taylor are joined by Rocky Sethi. Rocky is the Managing Director of the Stryke Group from Richmond, BC, who has been a real estate development and construction professional for 25 years. As a leader in sustainability, Rocky’s experience in mass timber has led him to be involved in the City of Vancouver’s Mass Timber Committee, …

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In Development Episode 49: Navigating Urban Growth: Insights on Public and Private Sector Collaboration – A Conversation with Clarence Wong, Invistec Consulting 57:20

6M ago57:20

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Join us for an insightful discussion on urban development as we connect with Clarence Wong, Vice President at Investec Consulting. Born and raised in Edmonton, Clarence's background includes a BSc in Civil Engineering and a Master of Engineering Degree in Construction Management from the University of Alberta. His 20-year career spans consulting an…

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66: Creating Sustainable "Made in Kelowna" Housing Solutions with Kelowna City Councillor Loyal Wooldridge 49:43

6M ago49:43

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Episode 66: Matt and Taylor are joined by Loyal Wooldridge. Loyal is a City Councillor for the City of Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, who is also running in the BC provincial election coming up this fall as an NDP Candidate. As a current member and former of the Regional District of Central Okanagan and Okanagan, during the Grouse Complex Fires in 2023,…

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Episode 50: Getting Creative With Content Marketing – Melanie Deziel 36:17

6M ago36:17

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From websites and ads to social media, newsletters, and podcasts, content is everywhere and has the potential to be a powerful business driver. But how do you consistently create good, creative content? That’s where Melanie Deziel comes in, a creativity coach and leading voice in content marketing. With clients including Google, Netflix, The New Yo…

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65: Understanding the Complexities of the Current Canadian Economy with Beaton Rettich Waters' Scott Beaton 55:12

6M ago55:12

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Episode 65: Matt and Taylor are joined by Scott Beaton, CPA, CFA. Scott is a Partner at Beaton Rettich Waters from Kelowna, BC, an advisory firm that specializes in helping organizations tackle transformative change. His team supports growth initiatives, software implementations and process improvements - all based in an understanding of human beha…

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64: Taking the BC Government to Court Over the STR Legislation with Property Rights BC's Orion Rodgers 40:53

6M ago40:53

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Episode 64: Matt and Taylor are joined by Orion Rodgers. Orion is the President and a founding member of Property Rights BC from Victoria, BC, which was founded in the wake of the BC STR legislation in October 2023, and have filed legal action against the BC provincial government against said legislation. Property Rights BC is a non-profit associat…

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63: Maximizing Success with Strategic Planning & Coaching with Century 21 & TeamWorks' Max Carbone 1:05:38

7M ago1:05:38

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Episode 63: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Max Carbone. Max is a Managing Partner and Broker at Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. from Kelowna, BC, which has been ranked one of the top 5 Century 21 franchises in all of Canada since 2019. Max is also the President and Founder of TeamWorks, a strategic coaching & facilitation practice which helps en…

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In Development Episode 48: Beyond Brick and Mortar: Strategies for Sustainable Housing Solutions – A Conversation with Jonathan Lay, HomeEd 49:23

7M ago49:23

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Join us for a candid conversation on affordable housing as we sit down with Jonathan Lay, Vice President in Projects for HomeEd. Jonathan brings a wealth of experience from his background in civil engineering to his current role in property management, where he's passionate about crafting communities that thrive. In this episode, Jonathan breaks do…

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Episode 49: The Working REALTOR®: Lessons Learned in Real Estate 42:54

7M ago42:54

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Everyone’s been put to the test in their career. On this episode of REAL TIME, we invite two members of the REALTOR® community, Anu Joshi-Mehendale and Dusko Sremac, to reflect on their top lessons learned in real estate as they approach a decade of experience in their respective practices. Get advice to help you minimize mistakes, set yourself up …

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62: Getting Real Estate Built & Sold in BC with Ace Project Marketing Group's Chad MacTavish & Megan Michaluk 42:50

7M ago42:50

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Episode 62: Matt and Taylor are joined by Chad MacTavish and Megan Michaluk. Chad, the CEO, and Megan, the Director of Business Development, both bring over 15 years of real estate experience to the Ace Project Marketing Group in Kelowna, BC. The Ace Project Marketing Group are industry experts delivering sales and marketing strategies for real est…

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61: Breaking Down the Bank of Canada Rate Hold with with BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson 48:08

7M ago48:08

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Episode 61: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brendon Ogmundson. Brendon is the Chief Economist at BCREA (BC Real Estate Association) from Vancouver, BC, who's specializes in housing market analysis and macroeconomic forecasting, and is a member of the BC Ministry of Finance’s Economic Forecast Council. Brendon was also recently named one of the most i…

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60: The Future of Wineries in the Okanagan with Quail's Gate Winery Founder Ben Stewart 54:49

7M ago54:49

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Episode 60: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ben Stewart. Ben is the Founder of Quails' Gate Winery from West Kelowna, BC, who's been in the wine business for almost 45 years. Born and raised in West Kelowna, Ben has also been MLA Kelowna West since 2018, and is a Transportation & Infrastructure Critic in the BC legislative assembly. Ben is here to di…

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In Development Episode 47: Sustainable Solutions Underground: A Conversation with Jordan Denault 44:31

8M ago44:31

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In this episode, listeners are invited to explore waste management and innovation with Jordan Denault, a business development manager at Underground Disposal Systems (UDS). Jordan delves into his work in the waste management industry and its intersection with infill development. The conversation spans across waste management practices in Edmonton, …

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59: How Commercial Lending is Impacting the Every Day Consumer with Will Pigott 45:30

8M ago45:30

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Episode 59: Matt and Taylor are joined by Will Pigott. Will is currently an Associate Director and Team Lead at Scotiabank from Kelowna, BC, who will be transitioning into a Commercial Realtor in the summer of 2024. Will has spent the last 7 years covering Northern BC and the Okanagan as a Commercial Banker, and will be looking to leverage this exp…

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58: Mastering Real Estate Investing with Patrick Francey, CEO of Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) 42:00

8M ago42:00

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Episode 58: Matt and Taylor are joined by Patrick Francey. Patrick is the CEO of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) and a multi-business owner from Edmonton, Alberta. Patrick brings over 40 years of expertise to the show and is considered a luminary in real estate investment education, entrepreneurship, personal and professional development.…

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Episode 48: Leading and Living With Purpose – Zahra Al-Harazi 37:18

8M ago37:18

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A survivor of two civil wars, Zahra Al-Harazi immigrated to Canada in 1996 with her three children and no higher education. Today, she’s one of Canada’s most successful entrepreneurs. On this episode of REAL TIME, Zahra unpacks the turning point in her story, when she defined her sense of purpose, and how it continues to guide her and her businesse…

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57: Becoming a Mortgage Industry Titan with BRX Mortgage and ILMB's Scott Peckford 37:25

8M ago37:25

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Episode 57: Matt and Taylor are joined by Scott Peckford. Scott is the Founder of BRX Mortgage and the I Love Mortgage Brokering Podcast from Kelowna, BC. Being in the mortgage industry since 2006, Scott has never been scared to take risks and try new things, building multiple successful businesses including the VIP Club and the 10 Loans a Month Tr…

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In Development Episode 46: Building & Beyond - A conversation with Simran Malhi 1:11:16

8M ago1:11:16

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Today on In Development, we're excited to welcome Simran Malhi, Vice President of IDEA and the dynamic co-founder and CEO of Building Supply Depot. Their vision? To revolutionize the procurement of exterior building supplies, offering a seamless experience for builders, contractors, and developers. Simran shares her journey of identifying a crucial…

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56: Interior Design at Your Fingertips with Palette Archives' Amanda Hamilton 39:27

8M ago39:27

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Episode 56: Matt and Taylor are joined by Amanda Hamilton. Amanda is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and Interior Designer based in Calgary, Alberta. Founder and Creative Director of Amanda Hamilton Interior Design, Palette Archives and 3 Ft. Nothing Construction, Amanda’s unorthodox approach to both design and business has made her one of t…

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55: Simplifying Real Estate Law with Montgomery Miles and Stone Law Firm's Peter Borszcz 56:53

9M ago56:53

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Episode 55: Matt and Taylor are joined by Peter Borszcz. Peter is a Lawyer and partner at Montgomery Miles and Stone Law Firm from Kelowna, BC, working with clients, developers and businesspersons in the acquisition and sale of real estate and business assets. Peter is also a legal-update instructor for the Real Estate Council of British Columbia a…

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Episode 47: The Nature of Productive Disagreements – Anthony Morgan 39:37

9M ago39:37

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Anthony Morgan is an award-winning science communicator. He’s also a PhD researcher and startup founder who’s hosted dozens of TV shows, including the Discovery Channel’s Daily Planet and CBC’s The Nature of Things with Sarika Cullis-Suzuki. He’s the mastermind behind Freestyle Socials, a live, hilarious game designed to “undivide” people by blurri…

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54: The Road to Financial Independence Via Entrepreneurship with The Invested Entrepreneur's Brandon Love & Tom Moffat 44:50

9M ago44:50

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Episode 54: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brandon Love and Tom Moffat, both Mortgage Brokers at Northshore Mortgage Group from Burlington, Ontario. Brandon and Tom also co-host 2 podcasts, The Invested Entrepreneur, which helps consumers achieve financial freedom, and Commission Breath, which provides tactical information for Mortgage Brokers to sc…

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In Development Episode 45: The T5M Connect Story, with David & Melissa Campbell 58:25

9M ago58:25

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Today, David and Melissa Campbell join In Development to discuss their award winning missing middle housing development, T5M Connect. From a sign collecting development suggestions written in sharpie to accessibility decisions and landscaping, David and Melissa share their experience building the first Passive House Certified Multi-family building …

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