MODERATOR 

Rebekah Barron
Owner / Broker
Realty Key Group Inc. 

Rebekah has over a decade of Real Estate experience with Condominium Management being her main focus.

Her journey began in 2011 with a strong educational foundation through The Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) earning licenses for Residential, Rural, Commercial Real Estate, and Property Management. She completed her Condominium Management course through the University of Calgary and holds a broker title for both Real Estate and Condominium Management.

One of Rebekah’s core strengths lies in her ability to foster strong relationships with residents, board members, and vendors. She believes in open communication and transparency, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and involved in the decision-making processes. 

Her proactive approach to conflict resolution and her adeptness at handling the unique challenges of condominium living have earned her the trust and respect of the communities she manages.

CONTACT REBEKAH: 

Phone: 780-719-0100
Email: [email protected]
Address: #1119 12220 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5N 0Z3
Website: www.realtykeygroup.com

PANELIST 

Shantel Kalakalo
President/Partner
Kalham Consulting

Shantel Kalakalo brings 14 years of expertise to the reserve fund industry, having overseen and presented over a thousand reserve fund studies. Her extensive career spans roles across various sectors within the condominium industry, including developer, engineer, condo manager, board member, and condo owner, as well as contributions to the CCI Board of Directors. This diverse experience enriches the relevance and depth of her advice.

As the President/Partner of Kalham Consulting Ltd., Shantel has continued her commitment to the Alberta condominium community, following her nearly 18-year tenure at Wade Engineering. There, she purchased the assets of the Reserve Fund department to ensure ongoing service excellence.

Shantel is an esteemed member of several professional organizations, including CCI-NAC, REIC, COF, and SCCA.

CONTACT SHANTEL: 

Phone: 587-743-0555
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.kalham.ca
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shantel-kalakalo-10142329/

PANELIST 

Leo Leibel
Principal & General Manager
Restruction Alberta Ltd. 

Leo Leibel is the Principal and General Manager of Restrcution Alberta Ltd., a construction firm specializing in residential and commercial building envelope restoration. With decades of experience, Leo combines his construction expertise with a strong educational background. 

Starting in 1986, Leo founded his own construction company, gaining a reputation for excellence in renovation. He holds an honours degree in Education from the University of British Columbia and taught at various institutions from 1990 to 2004. As a Construction Expert for Judge for Skills Canada from 1994 to 2004, Leo evaluated carpentry skills at multiple competition levels. 

Leo is actively involved with the Edmonton Construction Association, Alberta Construction & Safety Association and the Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors. He has also served as a Project Manager for a local engineering firm from 2012- to 2019. 

In his current role at Restruction, Leo continues to lead the company with his extensive knowledge and leadership in the construction industry. 

CONTACT LEO: 

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.restruction.ca

PANELIST 

Barb Surry
CPA/CMA, Owner
BL Surry CMA

Barb Surry is a CPA CMA (Chartered Professional Accountant), and the owner-manager of an accounting practice in Edmonton.  Barb and her team do a large number of condominium audits.     

She has served as a Director on two condominium Boards, has been a member of CCI for over 17 years and has served several terms on the CCI Board of Directors. 

She speaks regularly at CCI courses with regard to financial statements and budgeting. 

She is a firm believer in the need for CCI to be an advocate for Condominium owners and others in the industry, and the need to provide education to owners, Board members and industry professionals.   

CONTACT BARB:

Email: [email protected]

PANELIST

Billy Huet, P.Eng. 
Principal, Building Envelope Consultant
Wade Consulting

With 20 years of experience in Western Canada, Billy’s well-rounded experience ranges from forensic assessment of envelope failures to building envelope commissioning of museums and hospitals. 

Since moving to Edmonton in 2010, he has established himself as a key technical adviser in the local building envelope community, helping to steward Wade Consulting into the future. He brings to work a passion for nurturing long-lasting relationships that makes Wade Consulting a leading choice for employees and clients alike.

At Wade Consulting, we offer expertise in building science, structural engineering, and roof consulting. We work collaboratively with building owners, developers, and architects to design new structures, assess existing buildings, and make repairs that ensure long-term value and durability for our clients while meeting the performance requirements of our constantly evolving building codes.

CONTACT BILLY:

Phone: 780-486-2828
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.wadeconsulting.ca
LinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/company/wade-consulting-inc

PANELIST

Gary Caouette 
Condominium Consultant
Bylaw Consultants

Gary Caouette brings over two decades of experience as a condo owner,  more than twelve years as a condo board member and over three and a half years as a service provider to the industry.

His understanding of what it means to live in a condominium community, and the knowledge he has gained from attending most of CCI's education courses, along with attending as many condo industry seminars and webinars as possible, allows him to offer tailored advice and solutions that address the unique challenges faced by condo corporations, making him a trusted advisor delivering high-quality reliable consulting services.

Gary's expertise covers a wide range of services as he currently provides pre-purchase document reviews to prospective condo buyers, consulting services to unit owners along with managed or self-managed boards and facilitates condo bylaw reviews, updates and complete rebuilds in cooperation with condominium-specialized lawyers.

Gary gives back to the condominium community by contributing his time as a CCI North Alberta Chapter board member and educating condo owners and boards. Known for his sense of humour and practical insights, Gary brings a unique perspective and always advocates for learning with a dose of laughter.

CONTACT GARY:

Phone: 587-991-0959
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bylawconsultants.ca