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:

Salesperson
RE/MAX Twin City Realty Inc.

Broker of Record
Peak Realty Ltd.

Broker
RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc.

Broker
J.M. Edwards Associates Inc.

Salesperson
RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.

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:

Broker
Realty One Group Flagship

Salesperson
Realty Network

Broker of Record
L. Piriano Real Estate Brokerage

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.
