Doug Baird’s letter to the editor in the September edition insults every community-minded contribution Realtors and our industry have made over the years. Since when is “volunteering” less professional than giving back nothing as Mr. Baird would suggest we do? What’s next, no Realtors in public office, sitting on charitable boards or serving as members of the military? The entire premise of Realtor Care Awards in provinces across Canada, supported by the CREA, is a pillar of our profession and one I am proud to proclaim loudly.

Marty Douglas

Managing broker

Coast Realty Group

Courtenay, B.C.