You can meet the ELPR if you graduated from a recognized university with a Bachelor's degree or higher degree (e.g., Master's degree) at an accredited university, college or technical institute at which English is the primary language of instruction, from one of these countries.
College diplomas and certificate programs, including post-graduate diplomas and certificates, do not meet the ELPR.
International students whose degrees were obtained from countries other than those listed above, such as India, China, or Mexico, Click here.
Sending transcripts and documentation
Students must provide Official/Certified True Copies of transcripts from the educating institution. Please note that ELPR documents will not be returned.
If your current name does not match the name on the transcript, you must submit proof of your name change to the Real Estate Division, showing both the name on your transcript and your current name. The Real Estate Division will accept a copy of a marriage certificate, or copies of two of the following: birth certificate, SIN card, passport, citizenship card, or divorce certificate. If the above documentation is not available, you may submit a notarized letter confirming the name change.
Hardcopy Transcripts and Documentation
Transcripts and change of name documentation (if applicable) for ELPR exemptions should be sent to the Real Estate Division by mail:
Mailing Address:
ELPR Documentation
Real Estate Division, Licensing Education
The University of British Columbia
PO Box 5380 Station Terminal
Vancouver, BC V6B 5N4
Please note: Due to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) national strike, students should anticipate delays when sending ELPR documentation via regular mail. Students are encouraged to have their ELPR documents sent via secure electronic transfer wherever possible.
As a temporary measure, students may arrange courier delivery of ELPR documentation directly to our office should they so wish.
Our office address is:
UBC Real Estate Division
Sauder School of Business
247 - 2053 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC,
Canada
V6T 1Z2
Please do NOT send any documents via courier to the PO Box, as they will not be accepted at the UBC postal sub-station.
All students must include a current email address so the Division can contact you if necessary. If already registered, please include your student number.
Electronic Official Degree Transcripts
Official degree transcripts will be accepted by secure, password-controlled electronic transfer if an educational institution is able to offer this secure transfer option. Official degree transcripts must be sent directly to the UBC Sauder Real Estate Division to saskelpr@realestate.sauder.ubc.ca.
Please note that due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, document processing will be delayed. You may check your Course Resources webpage to see that the ELPR has been met. We will contact you only if needed.
