Leading Change Edmonton: Real Estate Solutions for a Stronger Alberta

Join us for an afternoon of connection and bold ideas at Leading Change Edmonton: Real Estate Solutions for a Stronger Alberta.

This event brings together real estate professionals, academic researchers, and nonprofit changemakers leading the charge on creative solutions to some of Alberta’s most pressing challenges.

This edition of Leading Change will explore two timely themes: community-informed housing solutions and diversity, equity, and inclusion in real estate. Through a series of panel conversations and interactive networking, we’ll hear directly from the people working to create a more accessible, inclusive, and resilient housing future in Alberta.

Attendees will walk away with fresh ideas, practical insights, and meaningful connections with peers across sectors. A networking session and cocktail hour will follow the panel discussions.

Event Highlights:

• Two engaging panels featuring sector leaders, researchers, and nonprofit organizations
• Real-world examples of local initiatives creating lasting impact in Alberta communities
• Networking and cocktail hour with leaders from across the real estate sector

This event is part of our response to what we heard from over 300 interest-holders across the province: that AREF has a key role to play in convening, connecting, and supporting change in Alberta’s real estate landscape.

Registration is free, but space is limited. Please register early to secure your spot.

Info: This 30-minute session will feature a moderated conversation focused on how grantees are  centering equity, accessibility, and representation across the Real Estate Industry and what meaningful DEI initiatives look like in practice. 

Info: This 30-minute session will feature a moderated conversation on how grantees and partners are advancing innovative, community-informed approaches to housing. From alternative ownership models and accessible design to policy shifts and land use strategies, panelists will explore what it takes to deliver housing that works for more people across incomes, abilities, and backgrounds.

Info: This interactive session brings together practitioners from across sectors to spark conversation, share insights, and strengthen connections. Each table will explore a series of guided prompts designed to uncover who’s doing what, surface emerging trends and challenges, and identify opportunities for collaboration.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Bell In Scona Venue & Event Space, 10416 80 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, Canada