Regina Mortgage Symposium

Eric Poblete, Equifax Canada
Mortgage Credit and Frauds 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.

Veronica Love, TMG The Mortgage Group
Marketing for Growth: Strategies to Propel Your Mortgage Business in 2025

Are you ready to unlock the secrets to making your mortgage book sale-worthy—or scoring the deal of a lifetime when buying one? In this funny and no-fluff session, Veronica Love will share the real do’s and don’ts of succession planning in the mortgage industry. Whether you’re prepping your mortgage book for sale, thinking about purchasing someone else’s, or just starting out and want to build a solid foundation from day one, this session will give you the insider knowledge you didn’t know you needed but can’t afford to skip.

Too often, mortgage brokers drift off into retirement without ever maximizing the value of their book, leaving money (and opportunity) on the table. Even fewer know how to profit before leaving the business altogether. Veronica pulls back the curtain with real-life examples, 7 juicy tips straight from brokers who’ve been there, and actionable steps to ensure you’re not just prepared but positioned for success.

Expect a healthy dose of humor, a touch of drama (because deals can get wild!), and plenty of practical advice to navigate this critical step in your career. From negotiating the perfect price to avoiding hidden pitfalls, this session will arm you with the questions to ask, the research to do, and the strategies to maximize your success—whether you’re buying, selling, or laying the groundwork for a mortgage business that’s built to last. Don’t miss out—this could be the most profitable (and entertaining) 40 minutes of your year!

Veronica Love is a recognized leader in Canada’s mortgage brokering and real estate industries, with over 20 years of experience. As Chief Revenue Officer at TMG The Mortgage Group and a Past Chair of Mortgage Professionals Canada, she has driven growth, innovation, and advocacy across the industry.

A sought-after speaker and panel moderator, Veronica captivates audiences with insights on marketing trends, negotiation, underwriting, sales, and leadership. She was named WIMI of the Year in 2017 and has been recognized as a CMP Woman of Influence, a Global 100 mortgage professional, and an industry icon.

Passionate about giving back, she has raised nearly $200,000 for Make-A-Wish and supports various charities. With a background in Public Relations, she has also served as a professor, board member, and youth sports coach. Veronica’s impact extends beyond business—she inspires, mentors, and empowers the next generation of industry leaders.