Wealth Development Network is an active community of community leaders dedicated to building the foundation for the growth of theirs and others’ wealth. WDN provides members with a close-knit network to build relationships, and participate in real estate education and community building events.
Our regular events include professional networking opportunities and an educational component. Experienced industry speakers like Stephen Jagger of Addy deliver invaluable content in commercial real estate, lending, finance, construction, development, and more.
To register for an upcoming event please visit our meetup page at the the WDN Meetup Page.
For past events and upcoming events, see below:
Upcoming Events
June 23, 2026
AI for Real Estate – Crash Course on How to Make AI Actually Pay Off (get tickets)
With Speaker: Yogesh Abichandani
Past Events
May 28, 2026
Real Estate Networking: 2026 May Momentum Mixer. Residential & Commercial
Networking only
April 30, 2026
Real Estate Playbook: 8-Plex Development: Capital,Construction & Cash Flow
With Speakers: Huong Luu, Tommy Wong, & Marc Robillard
March 5, 2026
Real Estate Networking: 2026 March Momentum Mixer. Commercial & Residential
Networking only
February 10, 2026
Commercial Real Estate – $1M Profit in Multi-Unit Development
With Speaker: Trent Praski and Ryan Tam
January 15, 2026
2026 Real Estate Kickoff – WDN Networking & Discussion
Networking only
December 3, 2025
2025 Real Estate Investor’s Holiday Party – WDN Annual Mixer
Networking only
October 21, 2025
Real Estate Capital Raising with Family Offices
With Speaker: Carl Brodie & Chloe Yao, Stone Owl Family Office
September 16, 2025
Real Estate Funding & Investing – The EMD Advantage
With Speaker: Neil Osborne, Five Peaks Capital
May 29, 2025
From Dirt to Dividends — Raise TFSA/RRSP Capital for Your Next Project
With Speaker: Evan Baergen, Axiom Advisors
April 24, 2025
10 Epic Fails That Kill Real Estate Deals (and How to Avoid Them)
With Speaker: Rick Ledding, Lawyer
March 27, 2025
Real Estate Investing: Why Mindset Matters
With Speaker: Billie Aadmi, Go MindSpire
February 27, 2025
Real Estate Financing: Explore CMHC products to accelerate portfolio growth
With Speaker: Ryan Tam, RT Commercial Capital Advisory
January 28, 2025
Real Estate Workshop – $1.8M in Appreciation & Investing in Campgrounds
With Speaker: Huong Luu, Cash Property
December 10, 2024
Real Estate Investors Holiday Gathering 2024
With Speaker: N/A
November 12, 2024
Real Estate Workshop: Four Green Houses, One Red Hotel with Derek Peever
With Speaker: Derek Peever, SuperSuites
September 26, 2024
Real Estate Success Blueprint: Multiplexes with Builder Ian Gray
With Speaker: Ian Gray, Gray Pacific Properties
June 4, 2024
Real Estate Capital Raising with Canada’s Largest Crowdfunding Platform
With Speaker: N/A
May 9, 2024
Real Estate Secrets of Self Storage Investing
With Speaker: Ruben Ugarte, RMDR Global Enterprises
May 7, 2024
Victoria Real Estate Networking – Learn about Missing Middle Rezoning
With Speaker: N/A
April 4, 2024
Real Estate Investor Workshop: Construction Fundamentals
With Speaker: Mehrdad Amini, Amini Construction
March 7, 2024
Real Estate Investor Alert: How Will BC’s New Housing Policies Affect You?
With Speaker: Russil Wvong, Morehousing.ca
January 25, 2024
Commercial Real Estate Development Workshop – Kickstart Your 2024
With Speakers: Trent Praski, Harry White
December 13, 2023
Victoria BC Real Estate Networking Holiday Event
With Speaker: N/A
December 5, 2023
Real Estate Investors Holiday Gathering 2023
With Speaker: N/A
November 2, 2023
Development Game Changers: What Governments Can Do to Address Housing
With Speaker: Michael Mortensen, Livable City Planning
October 19, 2023
Real Estate & Beers – Real Estate Networking in Victoria, BC
With Speaker: N/A
September 13, 2023
Multifamily Financing With Only 5% Down (Beyond Residential Series)
With Speakers: Mike Grudman and Robin Kehler of Axium Capital
August 15, 2023
Real Estate Networking – Beyond Residential
With Speaker: N/A
July 13, 2023
Real Estate Networking (Victoria BC) – Wealth Development Network
With Speaker: N/A
June 8, 2023
Beyond Residential: The Road to a Billion with Derek Peever
With Speaker: Derek Peever, SuperSuites
May 3, 2023
Beyond Residential: Commercial Real Estate Demystified with Ryan Tam
With Speaker: Ryan Tam, RT Advisors
March 15, 2023
Beyond Residential: Case Study of a Townhouse Development in Victoria, BC
With Speaker: Trent Praski
January 26, 2023
Beyond Residential – Introduction to Commercial Real Estate Investing
With Speakers: Trent Praski & Harry White
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Trent Praski
As the Managing Director of Urban Edge Developments, Trent Praski has taken the lead role in over 15 projects over the past 12 years. Besides townhouse development, these projects included new single family homes, condominium conversions and land redevelopment throughout Western Canada. Trent completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in 2001 with emphasis on Marketing and International Business.
Company website: http://www.urbanedgedevelopments.ca
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trent-praski-mba-26898932/
Harry White
CEO at Capsome Homes, a boutique real estate firm with projects in Vancouver and Victoria, BC. Focused on both rental and strata homes across southern British Columbia, and guided by their ethos Homes with Integrity. Capsome emphasizes quality craftsmanship, working with certified professionals, and fostering transparent collaboration with municipalities, trades, and capital partners. Valedictorian – BA, Cognitive Science.
Personal website: http://www.harryjwhite.com
Company website: http://www.capsome.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/harryjwhite/
