Garry Bhaura, vice chair of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and broker of record at Re/Max President Realty, celebrated his 50th birthday through environmental stewardship with the planting of 50 trees at the Claireville Conservation Area in Brampton.

The September 6 event, organized in collaboration with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and the City of Brampton, aimed to combat climate change and promote a greener future.

The trees planted will enhance local biodiversity, provide essential green space and help mitigate the effects of climate change by sequestering carbon and improving air quality.

Significant for both the community and the real estate industry

The initiative was significant for both the community and the real estate industry. It attracted Bhaura’s friends, family, colleagues and community members — all committed to supporting environmental sustainability. 

Attendees included Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown, City Councillors Rod Power and Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor Gurpratap Toor, Member of Provincial Parliament Hardeep Grewal, Don Kottick, president of Sotheby’s International Canada, Larry Cirqua, CREA past chair, Winson Chan, Tridel VP of sales and CREA director, along with members of the Re/Max President Realty team. 

Reflecting on the event, Bhaura states, “Planting a tree is planting hope for a greener, more sustainable future. Each tree represents our commitment to nurturing the planet. Together, we are shaping a healthier environment for generations to come.

I’m deeply thankful to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, the City of Brampton and everyone who joined us in this meaningful endeavour.”

After 15 years with Century 21, Gurcharan Garry Bhaura and Sukh Bhaura have opened Re/Max President Realty in Brampton, Ontario, and bring over 200 agents along with them.

With over 24 years in the industry, Garry is currently vice chair of the Canadian Real Estate Association and the former president of the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board. Sukh brings over 20 years of commercial real estate experience and a passion for helping create change and redefining real estate industry standards.

Why Re/Max

The pair moved to Re/Max because of its “unparalleled reputation and global recognition” and the fact they wished to give their agents access to technology that would help give them an advantage in their local real estate market.

“This partnership will propel our business forward, offering unmatched opportunities and support for our team and clients,” says Garry Bhaura, president/broker of Re/Max President Realty. “Together, we are set to achieve remarkable success in our real estate journey … The extensive network and resources offered by Re/Max will be invaluable for our agents.”

The Daniels Corporation and Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust partnered with Habitat for Humanity GTA to participate in a Habitat GTA Team Build Day at Brampton, Ontario’s Daniels Mount Pleasant Village (MPV) community.

The event was held to support Habitat GTA partner families in “building strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.” The three teams participated in a townhome’s construction process and prepared the home at MPV for upcoming building stages.

“Having an affordable home creates stability, hope and resilient communities”

A release points out that having an affordable home creates stability, hope and resilient communities, and that it’s important for organizations to contribute social impact, team cohesion, and support and change to the communities they serve.

“At Daniels, we take immense pride in the work we do in partnership with Habitat for Humanity GTA. We value the importance of giving back to our communities and are especially proud during this season of giving back to our community in such a meaningful way with our partners at Choice Properties and Habitat GTA. Participating in the build of a new townhome for a deserving Habitat partner family signifies a profound moment in our ongoing commitment to community support and inclusivity,” says Jake Cohen, COO at The Daniels Corporation. “Our work is more than just about building homes. We are ensuring that deserving families have a foundation for a brighter future.”

Orit Sarfaty, VP, sustainability and placemaking at Choice Properties, comments: “At Choice Properties, we view our spaces as an opportunity to enhance the economic well-being and social fabric of the surrounding community. We are proud to have a partner in Daniels who shares our commitment to taking a multi-sector, inclusive approach to development. Today, we are eager to offer our hands in the building of a Habitat for Humanity home, with the hope of enriching the lives of the family it will hold. Together, we are creating healthy, resilient communities.”

A long partnership working across the GTA

Daniels has partnered with Habitat for Humanity GTA for over 20 years, working with almost 100 families across the GTA. Last year, the company received the first Developer for Humanity Lifetime Achievement Award by Habitat for Humanity GTA, to recognize their “commitment to affordable homeownership opportunities and economic and social well-being within the communities they serve.”

Ene Underwood, CEO of Habitat for Humanity GTA, says, “Time and again, Daniels delivers on their goal of creating truly vibrant communities that go beyond bricks and mortar. We are thrilled that Daniels, together with their partner, Choice Properties, have created this opportunity for yet another Habitat family to realize the strength, stability and possibility that comes from a home of their own. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with our partners onsite today, we are unlocking change for generations through the building of affordable homes.”