The Real Estate Development Institute

Did you catch our May Newsletter's Career Story feature? 🗞️

"...I moved into the Valuation & Advisory team, where I’ve now been working for roughly 12 years, continually challenged and motivated by the mix of independence, responsibility, and client-focused problem solving the role offers."

- Oliver Cunningham | Director, Valuation & Advisory Services | Colliers International

If you missed it, read more about Oliver's career journey:
➡️ https://loom.ly/nZIHEVg
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REDI's Career Story series features the professional journeys of a wide range of professionals across Canada’s real estate development industry. Often, these stories highlight how rewarding careers in real estate development are the result of:
✨ following your interests,
✨ fostering personal and professional networks, and
✨ keeping an open mind about what a career in real estate development might be.

🎓 The online Fundamentals of Real Estate Law course starts next week! As one of 5 core subject areas in the Real Estate Development Professional (REDP) certificate, this course deepens participants' understanding of essential topics like contracts and property rights.

📚 The Fundamentals of Real Estate Law
👩‍🏫 Candace Cooper, Partner, Daoust Vukovich LLP
⏰ Registration Deadline: May 25 at 11:59 PM
🗓️ Course runs from May 26 to Jun 30

👉 Learn more and register at https://loom.ly/wY9FjlE

Mixed-use development is reshaping vibrant communities across Canada!

The upcoming online placemaking course takes learners through the mixed-use development process. Learners will:
✔️Understand the impact of planning policies, municipal approvals, & development regulations.
✔️Compare the pros & cons of mixed-use real estate planning & development across Canada.
✔️Curate a retail strategy for a mixed-use development case study.
✔️Explore the intricacies of transit-oriented mixed-use development.

➡️ Learn more: https://loom.ly/dQn3fTk

📚 Course: Fundamentals of Placemaking (Mixed-Use)
🗓️ Course Dates: May 14 - June 18 | Online
👤 Instructor: Rob Spanier, President, Spanier Group
🎓 REDP Certificate Value: 1 Elective course

The Fundamentals of Real Estate Development & the Planning Process examines the complex decision-making environment where urban planners and land developers interact. 🔍

Learners start by reviewing the external forces and trends affecting urban planning and development, including:
✔️ Climate change
✔️ Economic restructuring
✔️ Aging populations &
✔️ Political factors

Then learners work through the steps a developer considers when seeking to develop a site and apply a strategic framework to a selected location.

📚 Fundamentals of Real Estate Development & The Planning Process
👤 Instructor: Mark Seasons, Professor & Director of the School of Planning, University of Waterloo
🗓️ Course Runs: May 12 - Jun 16 | Online
🎓 REDP Certificate Value: 1 core course

➡️ Register Now: https://loom.ly/E3Napc0

The Fundamentals of Real Estate Development Sales Management introduces learners to the ins and outs of project pricing, prospect communication, lead generation, and more.

🌟 Elevate your game with practical strategies for generating consumer interest, researching target audiences, and building a credible sales brand.

📔 Fundamentals of Real Estate Development Sales Management
👤 Instructor: Sano Stante, Founder, Sano Stante Real Estate
📆 Course Runs: May 7 - Jun 11, 2026
🎓 REDP Certificate Value: 1 Elective course

➡️ Register now: https://loom.ly/09fhoQw

Did you catch our April Newsletter's Career Story feature? 🗞️

"There are plenty of opportunities to grow and endless paths to explore in the commercial real estate industry. My advice is to put yourself out there to meet people, attend events, and get involved in the community. Make an effort to build your network early because strong relationships are incredibly important in this industry."

- Jenn Robertson | Senior Associate, Transaction Manager | Colliers International

If you missed it, read more about Jenn's career journey:
➡️ https://loom.ly/9z4cVv4
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REDI's Career Story series features the professional journeys of a wide range of professionals across Canada’s real estate development industry. Often, these stories highlight how rewarding careers in real estate development are the result of:
✨ following your interests,
✨ fostering personal and professional networks, and
✨ keeping an open mind about what a career in real estate development might be.

📅 Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming April & May Highlights!

Spring is the perfect time to strengthen your real estate expertise with our online REDP program. Explore new perspectives, sharpen your skills, and take the next step in your professional development.

APRIL
🔹 Real Estate Development Management | Apr 28 - Jun 2

MAY
🔹 Real Estate Development Finance | May 5 - Jun 9
🔹 Real Estate Development Sales Management | May 7 - Jun 11
🔹 Real Estate Development & The Planning Process | May 12 - Jun 16
🔹 Placemaking (Mixed-Use) | May 14 - Jun 18
🔹 Real Estate Law | May 26 - Jun 30

📖 Explore the full lineup and secure your spot today: https://loom.ly/0fbFlQI