Hearings and appeal proceedings are formal processes, similar to court proceedings, to determine if a licensee has engaged in conduct deserving of sanction.
Hearing panels consider evidence in deciding whether a licensee’s conduct is deserving of sanction under the Real Estate Act or Rules. A hearing panel has the right to question witnesses under oath and it has many of the powers of the court for the trial of civil actions.
Appeal panels consider appeals of a decision of a hearing panel. Appeal panels can uphold, modify, or quash decisions made by a hearing panel or refer the matter back to the hearing panel for further consideration.
Every hearing and appeal panel must have at least three members, including:
RECA is looking for three public members to join its hearing panel roster. Roster members serve as decision makers as part of hearing panels and appeal panels under the Real Estate Act.
Qualified public member applicants should have:
The appointment may be up to three years with the possibility of an additional three year term. Panel members are paid a fee and reimbursed for reasonable expenses for sitting on hearing and appeal panels based on RECA Board of Directors approved rates.
If you are an enthusiastic supporter of consumer protection through the enforcement of professional standards, please forward a letter of introduction and your resume by October 31, 2024 to cthompson@reca.ca. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
