Do you know a REALTOR® who is an outstanding leader across the region? Do you know a REALTOR® making a positive impact with a local charity? Do you know a fellow REALTOR® who inspires others? Nominate a colleague for the Ron Richardson Memorial Award! Nominations are now open!
The Ron Richardson Memorial Award recognizes an LSTAR REALTOR® Member who personifies the spirit and values of LSTAR’s three-time Past President, who championed philanthropy and giving back to the community. The award recipient will be recognized for his/her/their contributions in leadership, mentorship and professionalism* throughout the community and organized real estate.
Nominate a colleague today! The nomination deadline is Friday, May 16, 2025. The recipient will be announced at the LSTAR Annual General Meeting, scheduled to take place on June 23, 2025.
Examples include:
- Service on a real estate board or local charitable organization (e.g., Board of Directors, committee, special campaign, etc.)
- Volunteerism in the community (e.g., charitable groups, schools, post-secondary institutions, sports organizations, etc.)
- Passion for philanthropy (e.g., participation in philanthropy projects and campaigns to support fundraising for local community organizations)
The recipient will receive $1,000 to be donated to a charity of the recipient’s choice within the LSTAR catchment area to benefit local communities. The award is made possible by the incredible generosity of the Richardson family.
About Ron Richardson
Ron Richardson joined LSTAR in 1943, when it was known as the London Real Estate Board. He served as President in 1948, 1949 and 1959, becoming the first Member to serve three terms as President. There are several notable milestones that happened in 1959, Ron’s final term as President. It marked the first time would-be registrants had to pass a short examination on their knowledge of the Real Estate and Business Brokers Act in order to qualify. It was also the year a local committee was struck to deal with business ethics, the first attempt to manage issues related to professional standards. Ron was an LSTAR Member for nearly 60 years. To learn more about him, check out this video.
LSTAR Members in good standing* are eligible to receive the award. Nominations shall be reviewed by the LSTAR Community Engagement Selection Committee, with the final decision to be made by the LSTAR Board of Directors. The award is presented annually at a scheduled LSTAR Membership Meeting.
*Eligible nominees must be in good standing with LSTAR, including a clear record in the past five years of not receiving a severe fine and/or penalty for unethical conduct from the LSTAR Discipline Committee and/or the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO).
