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Episode 54: Mayor Brad West: What Canada Must Do to Solve Housing & Immigration Challenges

Send us a text In this special episode of The Canadian Mortgage Show, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks welcome Mayor Brad West of Port Coquitlam. Known for his straight-talking, community-first leadership, Brad shares his journey from being elected at 23 to becoming one of B.C.’s most outspoken mayors. We dive into the challenges facing municipalities today: the housing crisis, immigration pressures, white-collar crime, and the overreliance on real estate in B.C.’s economy. Mayor West opens up about authenticity in politics, lessons from community service, and why transparency matters more than ever. Plus, he gives us a behind-the-scenes look at upcoming events in Port Coquitlam, including the Terry Fox hometown celebration. If you care about housing, leadership, or the future of Canadian cities, this is a must-listen conversation.

Episode 53: Ponzi Schemes, Tariffs & Housing Woes: A Hard Look at Canada’s Market

Send us a text In Episode 53 of The Canadian Mortgage Show, hosts Alex Pang and Alex Shanks dive into the latest developments shaping Canada’s economy and housing market. They break down Canada’s shrinking GDP, the impact of U.S. tariffs on exports, and what’s really behind rumors of a Bank of Canada rate cut. The conversation also covers affordability challenges, the debate over 50-year amortizations, the Toronto condo market slump, Ponzi scheme allegations in real estate development, and the effects of shifting immigration policy. Plus, they discuss Crown Royal’s bottling move, EV battery plant troubles, and what declining home sales mean for buyers. Social Links https://www.instagram.com/canadianmortgageshow/

Episode 52: Pre-Sale Collapse, Cancelled Listings & Canada’s Housing Gap

Send us a text Episode 52 marks the one-year anniversary of The Canadian Mortgage Show, hosted by Alex Pang and Alex Shanks. Over the past 12 months, the show has tackled the biggest questions in Canadian housing, finance, and economics—and this episode is no different. In this anniversary special, Alex and Alex reflect on their journey, the realities of running a podcast, and what lies ahead for Canada’s real estate market. They dive into: Canada’s housing starts and why the numbers don’t tell the whole story The growing gap in supply and demand—and why 3.2M new homes are needed The collapse in pre-construction sales and what it means for developers Cancelled listings and a sluggish resale market The looming mortgage renewal shock hitting Canadians in 2025–26 Why youth unemployment and immigration pressures are reshaping the job market Bank of Canada’s evolving mandate and the politics behind affordability With a mix of market analysis, policy critique, and some behind-the-scenes laughs, this episode captures both the serious challenges and human side of Canada’s housing conversation. If you’re invested in real estate, finance, or simply trying to make sense of Canada’s housing future, this episode is a must-listen. Website: https://canadianmortgageshow.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadianmortgageshow/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadianmortgageshow/ Follow Our Hosts:Alex Pang Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpangmortgage/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpangmortgage/ Alex Shanks Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagemanagement/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexshanksmortgagemanagement/