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Cornerstone Announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors

June 25, 2026

June 25, 2026 – Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone) is pleased to announce that Norfolk County-based REALTOR®, Drew Hemsley, has been appointed Chair of the Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 term. Drew is joined by Mississauga-based REALTOR®, Sandra Longden, who was elected as Chair-Elect at a Director’s meeting held following today’s Annual Meeting of Members. 

“I’m honoured to serve as Chair of Cornerstone’s Board of Directors and to work alongside such a dedicated group of leaders from across our regions,” said Drew Hemsley, 2026–2027 Chair of the Board. “As Cornerstone continues to grow, our focus remains on supporting REALTORS® with the tools, advocacy, and professional development they need to serve their clients and communities with confidence.” 

Drew Hemsley, Chair 
Salesperson 
Royal LePage Trius Realty 

Sandra Longden, Chair-Elect 
Salesperson 
RE/MAX Realty Services Inc. 

As Chair and Chair-Elect, Drew and Sandra will serve a one-year term. However, in Sandra’s role as Chair-Elect, she will also serve an additional term as an ex-officio Director in accordance with the Association’s Bylaws. 

2026 Board Election Results 

Cornerstone is also pleased to share the results of the 2026 Board of Directors election, ratified at this morning’s Annual Meeting. The Association welcomes six new Directors to the Board. They will join returning Directors in helping guide Cornerstone’s strategic direction and advance its mission to support members. 

The following Directors have been elected to two-year terms, expiring at the 2028 Annual Meeting of Members: 

Curtis Ball 
Salesperson 
RE/MAX Twin City Realty Inc. 
Jason Bunker 
Broker of Record 
Peak Realty Ltd. 
Reisha Dass 
Broker 
RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc. 
Rochelle Edwards 
Broker 
J.M. Edwards Associates Inc. 
Ross Mogridge 
Salesperson 
RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc. 
Julie Sergi 
Broker 
Royal LePage Burloak Real Estate Services

Cornerstone also welcomes the following Directors to one-year terms, expiring at the 2027 Annual Meeting of Members: 

Ahmed Helmi 
Broker 
Realty One Group Flagship 
Goris Nazari 
Salesperson 
Realty Network 
Lou Piriano 
Broker of Record 
L. Piriano Real Estate Brokerage 
David Puddy 
Salesperson 
RE/MAX Erie Shores Realty Inc.  

Cornerstone extends its congratulations to the newly elected Directors and thanks all candidates who participated in this year's nomination process and election. The Association also recognizes members who took the time to vote and participate in the Annual Meeting, helping shape the future of the organization. 

Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Cornerstone) is a not-for-profit organization with over 325 years of collective service from its founding associations.  

Established on July 1, 2024, Cornerstone leads with purpose, advocates boldly, and creates positive change for the success of our members throughout Burlington, Haldimand County, Hamilton, Mississauga, Niagara North, Norfolk County, Waterloo Region, and surrounding areas.  

With approximately 7,500 members, Cornerstone is the second-largest REALTOR® association in Ontario, dedicated to promoting the greater good of the real estate community.