Real estate law can keep you at your desk, so it can be challenging  to network within your practice area, especially in person. This luncheon is your opportunity to connect with peers face-to-face who get what it’s like to juggle property transactions and client demands.

Brendon Ogmundson

Brendon Ogmundson is Chief Economist at the British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA), where he brings deep expertise in macroeconomic forecasting, housing market analysis, and econometric modelling. In this role, he leads economic research and produces forecasts for the British Columbia, Canadian, and U.S. economies, including quarterly analyses of mortgage rates and commercial real estate trends. Brendon’s outstanding work in economic forecasting was recognized with the Crystal Ball Award from the Association of Professional Economists of British Columbia, and he contributes his insights as part of the Philadelphia Federal Reserve’s Survey of Professional Forecasters.

Brendon is a trusted commentator on real estate economics and frequently appears in major news outlets to discuss market developments. He holds a Master of Arts in Economics from Simon Fraser University and is a CFA Charterholder. His perspectives help inform real estate professionals, policymakers, and industry stakeholders on key trends shaping housing and commercial markets across the province.

This event is hosted by the Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch, located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh and Musqueam First Nations. We encourage our members to explore the rich history and knowledge of Indigenous people, and to continue learning about their experience in Canada, past and present.

The CBABC provides access to activities for all members. The facilities for this event are wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral washrooms are available.

For information about accessible parking or to communicate your request for other accommodation you require, please contact CBABC Events. We also welcome your suggestions for enhancing the inclusiveness of our activities.

Tickets are non-refundable after the RSVP deadline unless we are able to fill your seat from a waitlist. To cancel your attendance or to transfer your attendance to a colleague, please contact CBABC Events.