BGRS Is Now SIRVA: What CAF, RCMP and Government Employees Need to Know in 2026

Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, RCMP personnel, and Government of Canada employees relocating across Canada are now seeing the SIRVA name in place of the familiar Brookfield Global Relocation Services (BGRS) branding.

SIRVA administers relocation services for eligible federal transferees. If you're relocating to or from Greater Victoria or Vancouver Island, understanding the process and working with an experienced local REALTOR® can help make your move easier.

BGRS Becomes SIRVA

BGRS transitioned to the SIRVA brand in 2025. Although the name and online systems have changed, relocation entitlements continue to be governed by the applicable federal relocation policies and individual program requirements.

Important Relocation Links

SIRVA Relocation Services Portal

Access relocation services and account information through the SIRVA portal.

Legacy BGRS Relocation Portal

Previous BGRS portal. Access may be limited following the transition.

Official SIRVA Website

Company information and relocation services.

Canadian Armed Forces Relocations

CAF members relocating under military posting orders should review their applicable relocation directives and consult their assigned relocation advisor before making financial commitments.

RCMP and Government of Canada Relocations

RCMP personnel and eligible federal public servants should confirm their relocation entitlements, approved expenses, and service-provider requirements through their respective programs.

Your Registered SIRVA Relocation Specialist in Greater Victoria

I'm Kent McFadyen, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate and a registered SIRVA relocation specialist serving Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island.

With over 25 years of construction and project management experience, I help buyers evaluate property condition, identify potential concerns, understand neighbourhoods, and make informed decisions.

Whether you're purchasing a home in Greater Victoria or selling before your next posting, my approach is straightforward: clear communication, practical advice, and no unnecessary pressure.

The right home matters more than the sale.

Kent McFadyen REALTOR® | Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate Registered SIRVA Relocation Specialist Phone: 250-886-9906

Canadian Military Transfers

I am your registered Brookfield Global Relocation Services (BGRS) Specialist

Get the help and support you need from a registered Relocation Specialist. With ready access to resources and informed options, your quest for a new home will be well supported.

I am an approved service provider to the DND Integrated Relocation Program and, as a resident of the Island for 30 plus years, I will offer you knowledgeable insights. You will learn about our neighborhoods, amenities, communities, districts, and more specific information as you require it.

I’m here to assist you from the beginning to the final purchase of your new home!

We will discuss the current market, the fit you are looking for, the communities that might appeal, and the resources you require.

Request a call-back

LET ME PROVIDE PEACE OF MIND

Drop me a line, we’ll meet to discuss your posting date, then delve into a solid Marketing Plan based on Market Statistics. Let’s determine a home value, discuss useful home staging tips for increasing saleability and what is needed to sell for top value. I have trusted Agents across Canada that I can refer you to with confidence. You can expect honest, straightforward, and experienced individuals that will provide a positive, stress-free, real estate experience for you.

RESOURCES:

The Canadian Forces Housing Agency (CHFA) - Manages military housing on behalf of the Department of National Defence (DND) and is responsible for the maintenance and allocation of approximately 12,500 homes at 30 locations across the country.

The Esquimalt MFRC - A registered non-profit society that works to support serving members and their families in the Victoria area. A wide variety of programs and services are provided to the community by a multi-disciplinary team of core staff, trained volunteers, and partners in the local community. Check out the Welcome Book.

The Canadian Forces Integrated Relocation Program - Represents the Treasury Board Secretariat’s approved policy for CF members on the relocation of their Dependants, Household Goods, and Effects

Get In Touch

Kent McFadyen Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Mobile: 250-886-9906

Phone: 250-383-1500

kent@homesofvictoria.ca

Office Info

Coldwell Banker Oceanside Real Estate

3194 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8Z 3K6