Real insights for real estate: Preparing you for the year ahead
Discover what's in store for the housing market in 2026
Hear from experts on challenges and opportunities that will affect your business
Connect face-to-face with the real estate community
Gain momentum for your business
Event schedule
9:00 a.m. |
Check-in, Tradeshow Opens & Light Continental Breakfast |
9:45 a.m. |
Welcome, National Anthem & Opening Remarks |
10:00 a.m. |
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11:00 a.m. |
Break |
11:30 a.m. |
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12:15 p.m. |
Q & A |
12:45 p.m. |
Lunch, Tradeshow & Networking Break |
2:15 p.m. |
Panel Discussion – Professionalism in Real Estate: Going from High to Higher
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3:00 p.m. |
Cocktails & Networking Reception |
4:00 p.m. |
Event Ends |
Calgary in Context: A Look at
2026 Housing Market Forecast
Thought-provoking speakers, cutting-edge insights
Our lineup features industry experts who will provide you with the
information and motivation you need to stay competitive in the year ahead
Ann-Marie Lurie
2026 Housing Market Forecast for Calgary & Area
CREB®'s chief economist with 20+ years of real estate expertise. A leading authority on Calgary's market trends, Ann-Marie offers invaluable insights into the economic factors shaping the real estate landscape.
Mark Parsons
Calgary in Context: A Look at the Bigger Economic Picture
Mark Parsons leads a dynamic team focused on providing insightful commentary and strategic economic outlooks. He brings over two decades of senior economic and leadership experience in both the private and public sectors.
Grant Buchanan
Emcee
Calgary-born broadcaster Grant Buchanan brings over 20 years of live event and hosting experience. As the in-arena host for the Calgary Flames and emcee of the Calgary Stampede's Rangeland Derby, he's known for his energy, engaging presence, and unmistakable charisma. Offstage, Grant is a cancer survivor, minor hockey coach, and proficient juggler.
More speakers to be announced soon.
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Thank you to our event sponsors!
Event location
This year's conference will be held at the BMO Centre, located in downtown Calgary's Stampede Park at 20 Round Up Way SE.
Frequently asked questions
We've collected answers to the most frequently asked questions about our conference.
Check out the FAQ to ensure you are fully prepared on January 20!
Exhibitor opportunities
Calgary's Premier opportunity to Meet REALTORS® who Need Your Product or Service
Exhibitors at last year's Forecast interacted with over 800 Calgary and Region REALTORS® who attended the event to learn ways they could take their business to the next level.
If you're in a highly targeted opportunity to meet REALTORS® face-to-face and discuss how your product or service can improve their business, you need to exhibit at the 2026 CREB® Forecast Conference and Tradeshow.
Register now and select your booth.
Download the exhibitor package for more details.
You can also contact the CREB® Events team at events@creb.ca
If increasing sales to REALTORS® is in your business plan for 2026, you don't want to miss this event. Space is limited and booths are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
View our floor plan and exhibitor list.
Sponsorship opportunities
CREB® Forecast is the largest annual gathering of Calgary and area real estate professionals and one of the most anticipated real estate events in Western Canada. As a sponsor, you receive special recognition throughout the conference and opportunities to network with event attendees.
Interested in sponsoring Forecast and being seen as a supporter of CREB®'s community of almost 9,000 Calgary and region REALTORS®?
to discuss sponsorship opportunities.shannon.taylor@creb.ca or contact Shannon Taylor at 2026 Forecast sponsor package Download the
