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Gillian Ritchie

Broker,
Founder of the Red Square Team

647-618-0619

As the founder of the Red Square Team, Gillian Ritchie is delighted to work side-by-side with a core team who hold the same professional values as herself. Gillian applies her years of experience in corporate sales, hands-on experience building, selling, renovating, and decorating homes, and accreditations in both Interior Design and Staging to every relationship she builds.

Equipped with a wealth of experience and knowledge, she can provide insightful information to buyers and sellers alike. With expertise and passion for interior design and staging, she is passionate that all Red Square Team homes are styled, staged, and sold efficiently and effectively. At the negotiating table, Gillian excels for her clients and navigates even the most challenging situations with grace and ease.

Gillian’s success is in part due to her dedication to her clients; she is known for her warmth, energy, authenticity, and complete commitment. Always keeping her clients’ interests top of mind, she offers an in-depth knowledge of the local market. Her endless energy and expertise go above and beyond to make real estate dreams a reality. Her goal is always about creating a seamless, positive, and profitable experience for her clients.

Born and raised in Northern Ireland, Gillian now lives in the west end of Toronto with her husband, Alex, and three children, who all enjoy everything that Toronto has to offer!

Gillian's Real Results

Gillian was patient, funny, and kind throughout a process that would have been overwhelming without her. Gillian knows a lot about houses! From which electrical issues I might face to knowing which neighbourhoods would suit me best, her expertise was critical in my search. I always knew I was in good hands and that she truly cared about finding me the home that was right for me. When I finally did find my home, she remained available for post-purchase questions and support – even a little celebrating!

 - Chris Cusin Read More

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Marcia Martin

Sales Representative

416-895-9572

Respected for her persistence, deep economic knowledge and honesty, Marcia is dedicated to providing her clients with the highest level of service. Marcia’s clients appreciate her responsiveness and patience throughout both the buying and selling processes, ensuring she delivers the best possible outcomes. She has a keen eye for design and staging, having been involved in preparing many homes for the market.

Prior to her career in real estate, Marcia attended York University and received her BA in Economics. She honed her analytical and critical thinking skills during her first career in Wealth Management, which spanned over 10 years. Her deep understanding of economic climates combined with her knowledge of local real estate ensures her clients don’t miss out on insights about the market, the home of their dreams, or up-and-coming neighbourhoods.

Originally from Brampton, Marcia is proud to call herself a long-time resident of the Baby Point neighbourhood. When she is not working in real estate, she is an avid runner, Peloton-enthusiast, basketball fan and traveller. Marcia is very active in volunteering in her local community and spends her free time with her husband and two children.

Marcia loves all things about Toronto – the culture, diversity, the homes and the wonderful neighbourhoods.

Marcia's Real Results

Marcia Martin never doubted we would find the right house and she led us through the process of buying our home with considerable knowledge of the Toronto real estate market. Her expertise in finance, insight into what we really needed, and negotiation skills made all the difference for us. She is also a lot of fun to work with. She didn’t just help us find a house, she was instrumental in finding and successfully negotiating our forever home!

 - Erin Meana Read More

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Emir Dickson

Sales Representative

416-993-3544

Resourceful, smart, and loyal, Emir Dickson supports and guides her clients to make sure they are equipped to make the very best decisions, whether buying or selling their home. Her warm and welcoming personality immediately puts her clients at ease.

With an easy-going nature and years of sales experience in both real estate and project management, Emir is an expert in managing the entire selling process from end to end. Emir’s goals are simple: She wants you, the client, to be happy.

Emir has been passionate about real estate for many years now. She and her lifelong friend and business partner Karla Wardle are delighted to be a part of the Red Square Team. They are resourceful, driven, and sociable women who undoubtedly complement each other. Together, this dynamic duo excels at matching sellers with buyers with their dream homes.

Born and raised in Richmond Hill, Emir comes from a large and incredibly supportive family. Emir currently resides in Bloor West Village with her husband Jay and their three children. She is an active member of their community and can often be found volunteering at her kids’ school or regularly participating in and organizing events with neighbours.

Emir's Real Results

I used their services 4 years ago, very successfully, so I didn’t hesitate to rely on Karla and Emir this time. They sold the house in 48 hours, literally, and for in excess of the asking price as well. Be it a quick phone call to get a level of comfort on a technical issue, or a reassuring discussion while sitting at the bargaining table, they were once again responsive, informative and supportive throughout the process. Without hesitation, I can say that Karla and Emir are an absolute pleasure to deal with.

 - Ted and Jenny Read More

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Karla Wardle

Sales Representative

416-540-3471

There’s no denying Karla’s passion for Real Estate. She has been successfully educating and guiding her clients through the incredibly competitive buying and selling process for over 15 years.  Her outgoing and devoted nature has provided Karla with a strong base of loyal repeat clientele.  For Karla, it’s all about the relationships and ensuring a positive experience for all parties. She is a savvy negotiator who prides herself on consistently communicating and ethically paying attention to detail.

People who know Karla will tell you that she has a deep commitment to client advocacy.  With a patient and caring approach she makes every client feel like her only client.

Karla’s sharp people and business skills are complimented by her natural flair for design, style and functionality. Born and raised in Richmond Hill, Karla spent much of her youth studying dance and arts. Her creative side led her to dance for The Toronto Argonauts Football Club and the Toronto Blue Jays during games and events. She also owned and operated a successful Flower Shop for over six years where she gained valuable expertise in the creative, marketing and customer service side of business, she effortlessly transferred these skills to the real estate world.

Karla first joined forces in real estate with childhood friend Emir Dickson. They are now proud to be working together with the Red Square Team. Both women are highly motivated and committed to helping both buyers and seller families in the west end of Toronto.

Karla is a proud resident of Etobicoke, and currently lives in Sunnylea-Kingsway with her husband and two children. She is an active member of the community and enjoys spending time with her family, walking her dog, and relaxing up north at the cottage.

Karla's Real Results

Karla and Emir did an exceptional job selling our current home as well as helping us find our new home. We loved their approach – honest, professional, detail-oriented and fun to work with. They made what is normally a very stressful situation, remarkably easy. We are incredibly thankful to both Karla and Emir for their hard work, fantastic advice and professionalism. You guys are the best!

 - Pam and Chris Mahailoff Read More

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Alex Porritt

Sales Representative

647-490-0500

Alex Porritt brings over 20 years of real estate experience having founded, built, and sold Delma Resorts, now listed on the Canadian Stock Exchange as Emergia.

With a broad experience across different types of real estate, Alex brings something new and different to the Red Square Team.

Alex was born in Toronto but grew up in the UK before returning to Canada in 2003 to start his real estate business. He now lives in Bloor West with Gillian and his three children. Outside of work, Alex enjoys golf and tennis and, in weaker moments, thinks about returning to the soccer field.  A lifetime of sporting disappointment when he supported Tottenham Hotspur and England has prepared him well for the Toronto sports scene.

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Shane Brett

Sales Representative

416-459-5954

Active in the real estate industry for over 20 years as a residential and commercial Property Manager, Shane has provided his clients with professional advice with the purchase and sale of residential homes, condos and investment properties. His experience in listing and preparing houses for market, staging, negotiating contracts, overseeing renovations and managing skilled trades will ensure your house will get the highest value, making your selling and buying experience a breeze.
Shane has grown up and lives in the West end with his family, giving him an intimate knowledge of all the pockets that Toronto and the West end has to offer.

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Meaghan Granville

Agent

647.833.1342

Meaghan brings a wealth of commercial property knowledge to the team, and as a local resident of High Park, she is very familiar with this and many other great neighbourhoods in Toronto.

Real estate has always been a passion.  With previous experience selling franchises in Eastern Canada for national brands like Boston Pizza and Mr. Greek, Meaghan first held her real estate license to support commercial real estate sales and leases. These large, multi-faceted transactions were driven by individual investors and their families, often investing their life’s savings – getting the deal right and a strong ROI for all parties was paramount.

Meaghan made sacrifices to buy her first house at age 25 and is currently a residential landlord as well as being a homeowner in the High Park Area.  It was a real-estate journey that caught the interest of publications like the Toronto Star and Toronto Life, as she sold one of the first homes in West Toronto after COVID hit in 2020.
Meaghan adds value for her clients through a keen interest in the local market, and advises on personal deals as well as for investment properties. She helps navigate selling or purchasing journeys from end to end with a full-service and all-encompassing approach.

Having been through it herself many times, she genuinely understands the financial and emotional nature of real estate transactions and how to support her clients through every aspect of a deal.

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Eha Kajak

Sales Representative

416-520-6644

Eha Kajak joined the Red Square Team in 2023, and offers a wealth of real estate knowledge and experience. She has worked with Royal LePage for over 35 years and has an extensive corporate background working in a variety of roles including compliance officer with a major foreign bank, property manager of high-rise residential buildings, project marketing for an international commercial developer and heading up a real estate department for a Toronto law firm.

Prior to her career in real estate, Eha was a successful performer in rhythmic dance at Kalev Estienne Rhythmic Gymnastics performing at venues across Canada and Europe. In later years she was appointed to the position of President and a member of the Board of Directors.

Eha currently resides in the High Park/Bloor West Village area of Toronto and enjoys playing the piano and singing with her Estonian Choir. She also loves to hike, bike and playing a round of golf with her friends.

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Maggy Godard

Sales Representative

416.526.7602

Maggy comes by real estate honestly, having grown up with a mother who is an award winning realtor. She accompanied her mum to showing, open houses, and helped with back office activities until she graduated from university. Maggy moved to Toronto in 2016, where she began her career in customer service and sales, realizing what she loved most about her job was building meaningful and long lasting relationships with her clients. Maggy became a realtor in 2021 and has never looked back!

Maggy has a natural ability to connect with people, and build relationships based on mutual trust, understanding and care. She helps her clients navigate the sales process with a focus on exceptional customer service by ensuring her clients are informed and connected every step of the way.
Maggy lives in Seaton Village with her husband Matt, and their Golden Retriever Olive.  We are thrilled to have Maggy join the Red Square Team!

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Dale Cadeau

Client Relationship Manager

647-490-0500

Dale Cadeau is currently in the role of Client Relationship Manager for the Red Square Team.  With her perceptive and resourceful nature, Dale excels at anticipating client needs, responding swiftly, and equipping the team with the necessary tools to ensure the highest level of success in property transitions and transactions.

In her previous roles as a Buyer and later as a Business Operations Manager at a high-tech company, Dale honed her skills in managing multiple projects, negotiating contracts, and working with various clients simultaneously to meet their needs.  She took a break from her hi-tech career to raise her three children in Bloor West Village with her husband. During this time, she has been actively involved in her children’s school, serving as the Chair of the Parent Council, and has leveraged her business skills to benefit the community through volunteer work.

Dale thrives on direct customer interaction, understanding client requirements, and collaborating to achieve mutually beneficial solutions. She is renowned for her warm personality, positive attitude, and boundless energy.  She currently works on Marketing content for listings, as well as handling event planning.  Her detail-oriented nature is a win-win for our team!  She is quick to pivot and adapt to last-minute tasks and she can honestly say that no two days are ever alike!

Dale’s contributions significantly enhance the unique synergy and strong presence of the Red Square Team in the west end real estate market.

We asked Dale some questions about her career choice & lifestyle; take a read!

  1. Experience and Background
    • How long have you been working in real estate? I have been in Real Estate since 2017, but have done Property Management for more than 20 years
    • What attracted you to this career?  I love assisting with clients, getting to know them, and being a great support in the buying/selling process.
    • Can you tell me about your experience in the local market, especially with properties similar to the ones I’m interested in?  I live, work, and play in the west end of the city.  Ask me about the best cafes, fun parks, community centres etc.  I’ve seen most of them after being here for over a decade!
  2. Communication Style
    • How do you prefer to communicate (phone, email, text)? Text is the most effective; I could be on a call or in a meeting, but a text is easy to glance at and respond to.
    • How often will you update me on new listings and developments?  We can get you set you up so you get live updates; so that could be several times a day.  Timing is everything in this market, so you need to be ready to view and make an offer when your perfect home comes up.
    • What is your response time for questions or concerns?  I would say during office hours, please give me an hour or so, and after hours/weekends, it could be 2+ hours.  If it is time-sensitive, I would respond immediately.
  3. Working Style and Approach
    • Can you describe your approach to helping clients buy/sell a home?  Currently I assist our team founder, Gillian Ritchie with clients as needed.  I familiarize myself with the listing property so that all key features can be highlighted when I prepare the marketing material.
    • How do you handle situations where there are disagreements or challenges during the buying/selling process?  I have a very calm temperament and remain cool under pressure.
    • What do you expect from your clients in terms of involvement and communication?  Regular check-ins are essential; Gillian is great at putting a detailed plan together so that the team knows what is happening at all times.  No gatekeeping here!
  4. Availability and Commitment
    • How many clients are you currently working with?  I work with clients as needed.
    • Will you be handling all aspects of my transaction, or do you work with a team?  I work on a team, but for the most part, I support Gillian with some of her clients.
    • Are you available on weekends and evenings if needed?  Yes!  This business never sleeeps!  LOL!  We are available as needed on the weekends.  We also run community events, often in the evenings, or weekends.
  5. Knowledge and Resources
    • What tools or resources do you use to stay updated on the market and new listings?  There is no shortage of sources for valuable information, whether it’s chatting with industry professionals, attending seminars, office and team meetings.
    • Can you provide references from past clients? Absolutely.  We continually receive great testimonials from our clients and would be happy to share a few with you.
    • How do you stay informed about changes in real estate laws and market trends?  We get informed on a regular basis, and usually there are seminars/training offered to us as needed so that we stay on top of the latest requirements.
  6. Success Stories and Challenges
    • Can you share a success story where you helped a client find their perfect home? N/A
    • What has been one of your most challenging transactions, and how did you handle it? N/A
  7. Personal Interests and Values
    • What do you enjoy most about being a Client Relationship Manager?   I love that no two days are alike so I never get bored.  I love the thrill of meeting new clients, and working hard to support them.
    • How do you balance work and personal life?  I spent many years at home raising a family, then eased into part-time work in Real Estate which has been a good balance so far.
    • What are your hobbies or interests outside of work?  I enjoy travel, connecting with friends, and doing charity work.  Charity work fulfills my soul.

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