Bob Rennie is a successful real estate marketer and one of Canada’s most astute, ambitious and passionate art collectors.

The undisputed leader of British Columbia’s real estate community, Mr. Rennie has led the industry with innovations on marketing, project design and advocacy for quality construction. He has showcased our way of life to people from around the world, contributing significantly to British Columbia’s appeal to immigrants.

Bob Rennie has made donations to a wide array of public services and facilities in BC and Canada, including hospitals and other institutions, plus artists and good Samaritans. Mr. Rennie is best known for his expertise and contributions in the world of contemporary art. The Rennie Collection, started in 1976, was established in 2009 at Wing Sang, a privately funded art museum open to the public without charge. He funds the Rennie Collection Speaker Series at Emily Carr University and the Distinguished Visiting Artist Lecture Series at the University of British Columbia.  Bob received an Honourary doctorate of letters in 2006 from Emily Carr University.

Bob Rennie is chair of Tate Modern’s North American acquisitions committee and a member of Tate Museum’s international council. He sits on the board of governors of Emily Carr University and the Dean’s Advisory Board to the Faculty of Arts at UBC.

Whether bringing local art to an international audience or sharing world-renowned art with the local community, Mr. Rennie has demonstrated exceptional dedication to strengthening and enhancing arts and culture in BC.