If you need to take a leave of absence (medical leave, maternity/paternity leave or compassionate care), remember that:
- your RAHB account must be paid in full before you will be granted a leave of absence;
- you are responsible for maintaining your license with RECO, including paying your E&O Insurance, license renewal, etc;
- you will pay only current membership dues when you return from your leave of absence.
Here’s what you need to be granted a RAHB leave of absence:
Medical leave: requires a completed form accompanied by a letter from your physician; good for 12 months, you do not have to remit any fees.
Maternity/paternity leave: requires a completed form accompanied by letter from your physician or midwife; good for 12 months, you do not have to remit any fees.
Compassionate Care: requires letter of notice from Brokerage signed by both you and your Broker of Record/Manager; good for eight weeks, you do not have to remit any fees.
Forms for leaves of absence are on REALTOR Link® under the Member Services tab. For more information contact Camryn at camrynh@rahb.ca or 905.529.8101 x251.
I was on medical leave for 6 months this year April 1st to Oct 1st, but was not aware I could apply to the real estate board for leave? Can anything be done about this now
Hi Lois, I’ve forwarded your question to Camryn in our Membership department. She will follow up with you.