Derek Gillette
Personalized Home Solutions
Handyman
Services
Learn more about the benefits of hiring a handyman to make updates when listing your home. Small changes make a big difference, such as a leaky faucet, re-grouting your shower or a loose door knob. Find out about our Free 2-Hour Handyman Service.
Seller’s
Dashboard
Stay up to date throughout your home’s sale with RE-Copilot, the Seller’s Dashboard. With information on the Nanaimo real estate market, showings feedback, and market statistics, you will never fell out of the loop.
Accurate Home
Value from Top Realtor’s
Unsure as to what your home’s current value is? Today’s market can be confusing. Let us help with our accurate home value service. Including a walk through from a Nanaimo Real Estate Agent, with over 30 years of experience.
DEREK GILLETTE | NANAIMO’S TOP REALTOR *
“I am passionate about innovation. I’m always looking ahead and seeking ways to create a better experience for my clients. If you’re not adapting constantly, you risk falling behind. You have to be comfortable making change and the pressure it brings.”
Early on in his career, Derek realized that real estate transactions had been done the same way for many years and that there was an opportunity to do things differently.
In real estate sales, the motivating metrics of success are typically found in gross sales and number of units sold. But for Derek Gillette, a top Nanaimo Realtor®, his focus is firmly fixed on a different philosophy that has driven his business for more than 30 years.
Our deep understanding of the Nanaimo real estate market and extensive connections established over three generations enable DG & Associates to provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information. From market trends to neighborhood dynamics, we have the expertise and highest sales volume to guide you through buying, selling, or investing. Our unparalleled local knowledge, combined with our commitment to exceptional service, ensures that you will achieve your real estate goals. Trust in our experience, and let us help you make the most profitable Nanaimo real estate experience.
#1 Selling Realtor® Nanaimo *
One of Canada’s TOP Realtors Rep magazine® **
*Cumulative Nanaimo MLS Sales 1992-2024 — Rep magazine 2015 **


Our Journey: Nanaimo Real Estate Built on Trust and Dedication
Over the years, our local advisory firm has grown and evolved, continually adapting to meet complex client needs while staying true to our foundational values. Our success is truly measured by the strong, lasting relationships we’ve built and the positive financial impact we’ve achieved for our Nanaimo real estate clients and beyond. The team at Gillette and Associates is driven by a shared commitment to excellence in client care and a dedication to understanding what truly matters to you in wealth management and financial planning within our community.
Client Recommendations

CANADA’S TOP REALTORS
Featured as one of Canada’s Top Realtors*

May 2025 Real Estate Update
Deep Dive Radio Show
Stay Ahead with Our Monthly Real Estate Updates!
Stay informed on Nanaimo’s dynamic real estate market with our expert insights and up-to-date statistics from a top local agent. We’ll dive into current market changes, offer crucial tips, and showcase new Nanaimo properties. Learn everything you need to know before moving to this vibrant city, from housing trends to lifestyle essentials. This is your ultimate guide to navigating the Nanaimo housing market with confidence.
Derek Gillette
Latest Blog Posts
June 2025 – Real Estate Market Update
Welcome back to the Gillette and Associates May 2025 – Real Estate Market Update, we are going to cover the landscape of where the market has came to and where it headed throughout this post.HUGE First-Time Home Buyers GST Exemption
Hey Nanaimo! If you’ve been scrolling through listings, dreaming of that perfect first home by the ocean or tucked away in a quiet neighbourhood, you’re in for some fantastic news. The federal government just dropped a major game-changer that could make Nanaimo homeownership a much more attainable reality for many of you: a brand-new GST […]June 2025 Events
Hey Nanaimo! Spring is in full swing, and so is the calendar of exciting local events happening this May! Get ready to mark your calendars and head out for some fun around town. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming up!