The flagship event of the year is fast approaching! The National Mortgage Conference in Toronto, from November 17 to 18 has something for everyone so don't miss out. Check out this year's fantastic program and we'll see you there! Visit www.mortgageconference.ca for all the details.

Planning on vising the U.S for American Thanksgiving or Black Friday shopping? Don't miss the exclusive offers on theme parks, shows, attractions and more. Plus, celebrate the season with deep discounts on a wide variety of fantastic concerts! Check out the savings under the Member Benefits Program under Membership.

The Ontario Ministry of Finance released the results of its review of the Mortgage Brokers, Lenders and Administrators Act (MBLAA). Since December 2018, we have been actively advising on the review and Ontario’s mortgage brokering sector with senior stakeholders. In January, President and CEO Paul Taylor and CMBA Ontario Executive Director Robert Gubbins submitted their joint recommendations. The recommendations must still be approved by the government but we are proud to be an important player in the legislative process on behalf of our Ontario members.

The latest consumer research report reveals that buying a home in 2019 is hard work and stressful. The report examines Canadians’ reaction to the First-Time Home Buyers Incentive, and the impacts of government mortgage regulations. To view the report, click the First-Timers Finding It Hard to the right under Advocacy in Action section.

Don't miss the latest issue of Perspectives magazine, including an interview with national conference keynote Seth Godin, the latest in federal election housing issues, catering to Millenials and much more. Visit the Resources and Publications tab under Membership.

Housing markets across Canada slowed significantly in 2018 as a result of higher interest rates coupled with mortgage stress tests and other policy changes that have constrained homebuying. Read the full report under the Membership tab > Resources and Publications > Consumer Reports.