Take your career to the next level with our Ottawa Mortgage Symposium—a must-attend event crafted for mortgage professionals who want to stay ahead. Dive into the latest industry insights and gain practical strategies to conquer business challenges, find fresh solutions, and uncover new opportunities for growth.
Explore our trade show, where companies showcase cutting-edge products and services, giving you an exclusive look at the latest innovations in the marketplace. Don’t miss this unique chance to connect, learn, and elevate your expertise! This event will be presented in English.
Continuing Education Units for AMPs, AMPCs, and PMPCs: Attendees earn 4 CEUs (2 Compulsory Unit, 2 Professional Development Units).
All registered attendees are also invited to join us at a reception on February 3rd, 2025.
Click here for details and to RSVP for the reception here!
Upcoming Event:
February 4, 2025
Infinity Convention Centre
2901 Gibford Drive
Gloucester, ON K1V 2L9
$130 Members
$180 Non-Members
NOTE: $30 extra for onsite registrations.
Sponsored by:
Fresh Start Breakfast and Trade Show
Barbara Cook and Lauren van den Berg, MPC
Opening Remarks & Association Update
Hear from Chair Barbara Cook and President & CEO Lauren van den Berg as they provide an update on the association’s activities including recent government relations initiatives.
Ivan Ruiz, Public Speaking Lab
Communication Bootcamp
About Ivan:
Bio's are boring. Instead here are some fun facts about Ivan:
Eric Poblete, Equifax
Mortgage Credit and Fraud Trends 2.0
Join Equifax as they present to you the in-depth consumer credit and fraud trends for Canada as well as your own local customers. Gain insights into their spending and saving habits and learn about which customers are looking to switch or renew early
during this significant mortgage renewal period. Also get an update on Canadian fraud trends as well as the latest on FINTRAC. Get answers to the latest questions being asked by brokers across the country related to the new compliance rules.
Eric
Poblete is a sales professional with over 30+ years experience working with all vertical markets. In the last 12 years Eric has worked with Equifax Canada with a focus on the mortgage, rental and housing industries. As the Equifax ambassador for the
mortgage broker market, he has provided extensive support and education to all the varied stakeholders including brokers, lenders, underwriters, real estate agents, and insurers helping them to understand credit, compliance, financial trends and fraud
directly and indirectly related to the mortgage market.
Regulatory Update
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority will provide an update on the latest in provincial regulation.
Cameron Field, The Vidocq Group
Mortgage Fraud in Canada: Challenges, Solutions and Intelligence Sharing
Join Cameron for an overview of the issues and problems facing mortgage providers. KYC standards and a risk-based approach are juxtaposed with robust sales targets. Greater due diligence, information and bad actor intelligence sharing will be discussed. By leveraging situational awareness, intelligence and robust KYC frameworks a better experience for customers and top line revenue is possible.
Cam is a Vice President with The Vidocq Group. He leads the firm’s Toronto operations where they consult on financial crime, money laundering, sanctions, regulatory risk, investigative due diligence, and complex corporate investigations. Prior to that he worked in the anti-money laundering team at BMO Financial Group as the head of intelligence liaison and operational effectiveness. Before his career in the private sector, he served 32 years with the Toronto Police Service and retired in 2017. He served in many roles including Officer in Charge of the Threat Assessment, Investigative Training and the Corporate Crimes Unit. He currently sits on the Private Sector Liaison Committee for the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police. He received a BA in Justice Studies, a MSc in Criminology and s a certified anti money laundering specialist. He speaks internationally and has published numerous articles and publications on financial crime and money laundering.
Katelyn Collinson, M3 Financial Group
Marketing for Growth: Strategies to Propel Your Mortgage Business in 2025
Marketing for Growth: Strategies to Propel Your Mortgage Business in 2025, is designed to equip mortgage brokers with actionable strategies to market effectively, build strong client relationships, and grow their businesses in the ever-evolving industry
landscape. We will cover topics like marketing automation, how to leverage digital marketing channels, and emerging tech to enhance the client experience. Packed with practical tips, this presentation provides the tools and inspiration brokers need
to thrive in 2025.
Katelyn Collinson is the Senior Director of Marketing at M3 Financial Group. With over 12 years of experience in the sector, Katelyn has established herself as a dynamic marketing leader dedicated to driving growth and innovation.
As Senior Director of Marketing at M3 Financial Group, Katelyn oversees the creation, implementation and performance of multi-channel marketing campaigns. Her expertise spans digital marketing, social media, email marketing, content creation, event
management, public relations, and strategic partnerships. Katelyn’s commitment to excellence empowers mortgage brokers across Canada to grow their businesses through effective, results-driven marketing strategies. Her leadership and creative
approach continue to shape the success of the brands and professionals she supports.
Ivan Ruiz
Public Speaking Lab
Eric Poblete
Equifax
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Katelyn Collinson
M3 Financial Group
To reserve your hotel room at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Airport, 3605 Paul Anka Drive, visit www.homewoodsuites.com, enter Ottawa as the city, select your check-in and check-out dates, followed by selecting special rate codes button and enter OTS in the group code section.
Or, please call 613-248-1113 and be sure to identify yourself as being with Mortgage Professionals Canada in order to qualify for the group rate of $175 per night prior to January 22.
$175 per night
Cut-off date: January 22, 2025
Don't forget to join us for our reception on February 3 from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at the Infinity Convention Centre!
*Free for attendees.
