CANADIAN MORTGAGE SUMMIT VANCOUVER 2026
BACK. BIGGER. AND BETTER THAN EVER
Canada's premier national mortgage expo returns to Vancouver—bigger, sharper, and more impactful for 2026.
Join 700+ mortgage professionals—top brokers, lenders, executives, and innovators—for a powerful day of learning, networking, and industry-wide collaboration that will define your 2026 strategy.
CANADIAN MORTGAGE SUMMIT VANCOUVER 2026
BACK. BIGGER. AND BETTER THAN EVER
Canada's premier national mortgage expo returns to Vancouver—bigger, sharper, and more impactful for 2026.
Join 700+ mortgage professionals—top brokers, lenders, executives, and innovators—for a powerful day of learning, networking, and industry-wide collaboration that will define your 2026 strategy.
MARCH 19, 2026 · VANCOUVER CONVENTION CENTRE · COMPLIMENTARY FULL-DAY EXPO

A focused, one-day summit designed for brokers, lenders, executives, and innovators across Western Canada.
BACK. BIGGER. AND BETTER THAN EVER
Canada's premier national mortgage expo returns to Vancouver—bigger, sharper, and more impactful for 2026.
Join 700+ mortgage professionals—top brokers, lenders, executives, and innovators—for a powerful day of learning, networking, and industry-wide collaboration that will define your 2026 strategy.
MARCH 19, 2026 · VANCOUVER CONVENTION CENTRE ·
COMPLIMENTARY FULL-DAY EXPO

HR Reimagined: Leading the New Era of Work
31 March – 1 April 2026
International Convention Centre, Sydney
Where Western Canada’s mortgage brokers come to connect, learn, and grow
March 19, 2026
Vancouver Conference Centre
700+
Brokers, lenders, executives, and innovators from across Western Canada.
1 Day
A concentrated program of insights, networking, and strategy built around your 2026 priorities.
BC and Western Canada Focus
Market intelligence and real-world strategies tailored to the dynamics of the BC and Alberta markets.
WHAT IS CANADIAN MORTGAGE SUMMIT VANCOUVER?
This event is not a traditional conference. It is a focused, single-day expo that brings together the brokers, lenders, and leaders shaping Canada's mortgage market.
After a standout West Coast debut, we are back to deliver insights into the forces reshaping the mortgage landscape. This is not about watching presentations—it is about resetting how you operate, attract clients, and build competitive advantage.
You will leave with clear next steps, a sharper view of the market, and relationships that carry through the rest of 2026.
Who Attends
WHO ATTENDS
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CANADIAN MORTGAGE SUMMIT FRAMEWORK
Our full-day program is built around four connected themes, designed to help you understand where to focus, how to act, and how to lead in 2026

MARKET INTELLIGENCE & REGIONAL DYNAMICS
Key trends shaping the Lower Mainland and BC mortgage markets, including valuations, appraisals, and regional economic shifts—so you can make confident decisions in volatile conditions.
TECHNOLOGY & COMPETITIVE EDGE
How AI, automation, and workflow tools are redefining broker and lender competitiveness. Explore simple, accessible tech to improve speed, organization, and client experience.
VALUE BEYOND RATES
Ways brokers can elevate their value proposition beyond rates through education, guidance, and personalization. Understand how today’s consumer is changing—and what you must do to stand out.
LENDING INNOVATION & STRATEGY
Real-world insights into private, MIC, and alternative lending, including suitability, documentation, and lender expectations—plus case studies that show what’s working now.
Why Attend
- Connect with over 700 plus mortgage professionals from across Western Canada
- Hear from influential speakers, mortgage experts, and senior industry leaders
- Stay ahead of the trends reshaping the 2026 mortgage landscape
- Discover innovative tools, tech, and ideas transforming the industry
Take home actionable strategies to grow your business and stay competitive
What You'll Learn — At a Glance
- Key trends shaping the Lower Mainland and BC 2026 mortgage markets, including valuations, appraisals, and regional economic shifts
- How AI, automation, and workflow tech are redefining broker and lender competitiveness
- Ways brokers can elevate their value proposition beyond rates through education, guidance, and personalization
- Real-world insights into private & MIC lending, including suitability, documentation, and lender expectations
- Hands-on strategies for alt lending, including real world case studies
- Simple, accessible AI tools to improve daily workflow, speed, and organization
- How today’s new consumer is changing—and what brokers must do to thrive in 2026
The Future of Work is Unfolding—Be Part of the Movement
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What awaits you:
- Main Stage: Dive into a robust agenda focused on the most pressing workforce issues and actionable strategies for success.
- Directors Forum: An exclusive program for senior HR executives tackling enterprise-level challenges and opportunities.
- Learning & Development Stage: Specialised sessions for L&D leaders looking to empower teams and drive continuous growth.
- HR Innovation Stage: Essential tech, zero hype. See what HR leaders are using to drive their business, people and culture forward.
- Workshops: Level up your team with practical, interactive sessions
NEW for 2026!
Find your people. Connect with peers on the topics that matter most to you.
Step into action with our all-new themed discussion tables—built for leaders who want results now. These fast-paced, interactive sessions go beyond theory, delivering tactical conversations and proven takeaways you can put to work immediately. Choose from 90+ roundtables and workshops, each focused on real-world challenges and led by industry experts.
Key Themes Include:
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What’s actually working with AI in HR right now
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How to map skills for real workforce agility
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Tactics for developing leaders who thrive through change
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How to get ahead of new psychosocial risk rules
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Real steps to make performance feedback continuous
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Data-driven ways to attract and keep great talent
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How to bake measurable inclusion into every HR process
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Proving L&D ROI with metrics that matter

Featured Speakers
Get to know the brokers, lenders, and industry leaders driving Canada’s mortgage market forward.
From seasoned executives to emerging innovators, this lineup brings the clarity, strategy, and energy you need to shape your 2026 playbook.
Keynote Speaker
Colleen Callander
Colleen Callander, global bestselling author, business advisor and renowned former CEO of iconic Australian brand Sportsgirl, takes the stage as keynote speaker for 2026. Widely recognised for her transformational leadership and talent for building standout brands, Colleen is a true industry powerhouse.
Join us on the Main Stage on Day 1 to discover how her commitment to creating cultures where people thrive has set new standards in business. Don’t miss out on gaining valuable insights from one of Australia’s most influential leaders in brand and workplace transformation – register now to secure your spot!
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
PLATINUM SPONSOR
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
GOLD SPONSORS
Drake Financial Ltd. has been serving the Fraser Valley & lower mainland since 1985. We are a mortgage brokerage and exempt market dealer offering financial services for various mortgager and investments . We commit ourselves to high standards of integrity and provide customers valued investment and mortgage solutions. Drake Financial specializes in mortgage broker referrals on Lendesk and because we are not leveraged, there are many mortgage files we close that larger MICs will not because their restrictive leveraging rules. Whether investment or a mortgage, we represent you with are many years of experience.
Founded in 2011, Canguard Mortgage Investment Corporation is a leading private lender specializing in flexible residential, commercial, and construction mortgage financing across British Columbia and Alberta. We provide tailored short-term, bridge, and construction financing solutions for various real estate assets, including residential, multi-family, and commercial properties.
Neighbourhood Holdings offers alternative mortgage solutions to Canadian homeowners nationwide. On October 17, 2025, we acquired Fisgard Asset Management. Together as one team, we’re becoming one of Canada’s largest alternative lenders—bridging the gap between prime and private lending, maximizing industry potential, and empowering people to achieve their financial goals.
SILVER SPONSORS
Capital West Mortgage offers fast, flexible funding solutions through its Alternative Lending Division and provides access to both a ‘non-traditional’ mortgage portfolio and Pacifica Mortgage Investment Corporation. With a single submission, brokers can explore two mortgage options, benefiting from Capital West’s 30 years of expertise and over $400M in assets under management.
Shelter Lending uses a solution based lending approach for borrowers with unique and challenging situations. Our common sense lending guidelines make us one of Western Canada’s premiere private and alternative lenders. With over 80 years of combined experience, we’re committed to building a progressive, efficient company routed in sound common sense lending practices.
Lanyard Financial Corporation is part of the Lanyard Group of Companies based in Vancouver, British Columbia. It is a specialized real estate investment enterprise focused on real estate loans secured by mortgages and direct investment in real estate. Our team has both the experience and expertise to offer a multitude of financing solutions tailored to meet selected capital requirements, including senior and mezzanine real estate finance, structured finance and direct real estate investment.
VWR Capital is a residential private mortgage provider of 1st, 2nd and 3rd mortgages available from BC through to Ontario. VWR prides itself in having a BASIC & LOW fee structure while still having no income qualification, no down payment verification and no minimum credit score. VWR’s BDM’s are available to help brokers structure deals to ensure the quickest turnaround for you and your clients.
ReallyTrusted is a Canadian technology provider with a mission to provide technologically under-served professionals custom solutions that allow them to be more productive. The focus of ReallyTrusted’s efforts are around providing FINTRAC compliance solutions to real estate and mortgage brokerages. Guided by the core values of Thoughtful Leadership, Customer Centrism, Value, and Integrity, the ReallyTrusted team provides FINTRAC support and services to over 850 brokerages with over 30,000 agents with accounts in one of their platforms. FINTRAC Express, ReallyTrusted’s signature product, represents the only turnkey solution designed for brokerages of any size to be able to establish a complete FINTRAC compliance program with ease.
At Axess Law, the number one priority is WOW customer service. With locations across Ontario, and a team of over 75 people, Axess Law has been providing real estate and mortgage legal services to lenders, mortgage brokers, and homeowners for over 10 years. The company has identified a growing percentage of Canadians who struggle to find the simple real estate legal services that they need. Their common pain points include non-transparent pricing, inconvenient working hours, and inaccessible locations. Axess Law have addressed these pain points by offering 24/7 access to real estate legal services across Ontario, a price match and price guarantee, virtual and mobile signing, and a web-based portal available to clients and partners to track key milestones. Axess Law looks forward to working with you on your next transaction.
PHL Capital, a leading mortgage investment corporation with over 17 years of experience, prioritizes your success. Our flexible financing, rapid approvals, and open communication make us the preferred partner for brokers who demand results.
Sequence Capital is designed to provide easy mortgage options to your clients. With an experienced lending team and access to our 3 MICs , which manages 1Billion AUM, you can be confident our solutions will be custom and competitive. Our lending team is passionate about making brokers lives’ easier, creating happy clients, and helping expedite the funding process.
Donna Vacondios
Stephanie Walker
Deepshikha Singh
Deepshikha currently serves as Principal Global People Technology team within Telstra. Her function is responsible for managing the HR Digital ecosystem within Telstra. She has extensive experience in leading complex digital transformation programs with strategic focus on building AI solutions in order to deliver signature experiences for Telstra’s workforce. These include (but are not limited to) Payroll transformation program, Learning / skills transformation program and Talent Acquisition programs of work. Her function has delivered cutting edge People Tech making Telstra market leaders in Asia Pacific for early adoption of these Tech solutions. These include Paradox AI platform, Workday NLU Assistant in Microsoft Teams, Workday Extend Apps, Gen AI models for HR Business Processes etc. She also had the opportunity to represent Telstra at Workday Rising Barcelona sharing the great work done across the People Tech landscape.
Angelina McMenamin
Amy Baxendale
2025 Sponsors

