Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Expands Network in Canada

Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® has expanded its presence in Canada, with the recent addition of Bowes & Cocks Limited, Brokerage in Peterborough, Ontario. The invitation-only network of 500+ residential real estate firms also welcomed Bosley Real Estate in Toronto and Tradewinds Realty in Chester, Nova Scotia earlier this year.

These firms join other Canadian members, including Advantage Real Estate Services in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan; CIR REALTY in Calgary, Alberta; DFH Real Estate in Victoria, British Columbia; Harvey Kalles Real Estate in Toronto, Ontario;   Macdonald Realty Ltd. In Vancouver, British Columbia; Profusion Realty Inc. in Westmount, Quebec; Sally McGarr Realty Corp. in St. Catharine’s, Ontario; and The Whistler Real Estate Co. in Whistler, British Columbia.

The network’s continued growth in Canada is a key initiative of the Chicago-based network, which has roots dating back to 1963 and now has coverage in nearly 50 countries worldwide. Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE) is the dominant force in North American residential real estate, with more sales units among the top 250 largest brokers in Canada and the top 250 in the U.S., according to REAL Trends Canadian 250 and REAL Trends 500.  Overall, the network is responsible for over 1,000,000 transactions valued at $314 billion in annual home sales annually.

LeadingRE’s unique business model offers a new alternative to Canadian brokers by providing  top-performing independent brokerages with the  tools and connections that would otherwise be available only from a franchise.  Services  include industry-leading programs for   referrals, branding support and global connections online exposure, technology systems, an online learning platform and conferences to foster professional development, a cutting-edge consumer reviews program, and affluent consumer marketing through Luxury Portfolio International®.

“Our growing roster of highly respected affiliates across Canada, combined with our legacy of leadership in the U.S.,  are resonating with brokers across Canada who want to build their own local / regional brand, while still having the resources and global connections of a major worldwide network,” said LeadingRE President and CEO Pam O’Connor. “We are thrilled to welcome our newest affiliates and are committed to adding more top firms as we share our compelling model with firms that share our vision.”

To learn more, visit www.LeadingRE.com.