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Travelling abroad? Plan ahead to access GVR services
Wednesday, May 01, 2024
If you're travelling outside of North America, you won't be able to access GVR services like Paragon. (1 minute read)
Technology
REBGV upgrades IT infrastructure to improve security and reliability
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Learn more about the recent enhancements we've made to our IT infrastructure. (1 minute read)
Technology
Check your email for CREA’s link to create an account for their new login
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Check your email for an account creation link. (1 minute read)
MLS® Info
MLS® security measures in place to protect your data
Thursday, August 17, 2023
A major US-based MLS® system provider was crippled by a ransomware attack this week, and your Board is reviewing our security measures. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Don’t be fooled by fake shipping email scam
Friday, April 28, 2023
Cyber criminals use fake shipping notification emails to steal personal information from unsuspecting victims. Be vigilant, don't click on links from unexpected emails. (2 minute read)
SentriLock
SentriLock adds security question feature
Thursday, April 13, 2023
SentriLock's customer support uses these questions to validate your identity if you forget your PIN or password. (1 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure – 6 ways to strengthen your passwords against cyber attacks
Thursday, March 02, 2023
Your password is your first line of defence against cyber criminals. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Scammers using Monkeypox emails to steal your information
Thursday, September 01, 2022
Scammers are using Monkeypox fears in emails - be vigilant. (1 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Why confirming your contact’s identity protects you from scams
Friday, August 12, 2022
Read our tips on verifying identites for the online messages you receive. (3 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Cyber criminals may have your phone number from Twitter data breach
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Cyber criminals may have accessed the private data of 5.4 million Twitter users after breaching the social media site’s security - here's how you can stay secure. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Protecting yourself from data breaches
Thursday, July 07, 2022
A data breach in China exposed nearly 1 billion Chinese residents’ personal information to cybercriminals. Read these tips to help secure your data from further attacks. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Scammers are targeting REALTORS® with fake leads
Thursday, June 09, 2022
REALTORS® across REBGV are reporting more scam leads coming through property search sites and social media. (3 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Keeping your apps up to date can protect your data
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Keeping software up to date can help protect your data. Here's how you can keep up to date without interrupting your work. (3 minute read)
GVR Podcasts
Standards Matter podcast 4: Security, Privacy, and Reputation
Thursday, April 28, 2022
We explore a disciplinary case revolving around lockbox security and client trust, and discuss cyber security with Steve Chapelle. (38 minute listen)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: 3 common Facebook scams to watch out for
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Facebook is the modern scammer’s platform of choice. The best defense against these nefarious actors is the ability to recognize their schemes. (2 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: Watch out for new Qakbot email scam
Tuesday, April 05, 2022
Stay alert - cybercriminals are using malware called Qabkot to steal log in credentials and hijack email addresses. Make sure you're protected. (2 minute read)
Technology
What a data security expert wants REALTORS® to know
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Privacy and data security specialist Steve Chapelle shares his top tips for keeping your information secure online. (3 minute read)
Alerts and warnings
Scam warning: REALTORS® being targeted for gift card spear phishing attack
Thursday, March 10, 2022
Scammers are impersonating brokers, office managers, and other people in authority to ask salespeople to purchase items like gift cards for them. (2 minute read)
SentriLock
Everything you need to know about SentriKey
Wednesday, March 09, 2022
Everything you need to know about SentriKey, SentriLock's mobile app. (1 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: How to protect yourself from social media spoofing
Thursday, March 03, 2022
Social media is a key tool for Realtors - but also for cybercriminals looking to disrupt your business. Here's how you can protect yourself. (3 minute read)
Technology
Stay cyber secure: 4 ways to make your passwords hard to hack
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Your login credentials are all that stands between your personal information and cybercriminals. Learn how you can reinforce this vital line of defense. (3 minute read)
SentriLock
REBGV removing reciprocal lockbox access to REALTORS® outside the Lower Mainland
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Due to recent security incidents, your Board is temporarily halting reciprocal lockbox access for REALTORS® outside the Lower Mainland real estate boards. (4 minute read)
Technology
Don’t let your accounts get hacked – four cyber security best practices to stay secure
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
To help you keep your accounts as secure as possible, here are four cyber security best practices. (2 minute read)