OTTAWA MORTGAGE FALL BLUEPRINT

September 16, 2026

Infinity Convention Centre

2901 Gibford Dr.

Ottawa, ON

Members: $59 | Non-Members: $99

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Ottawa Fall Blueprint

Survey says… Ottawa’s can’t-miss fall event for mortgage professionals is here.

Ottawa Fall Blueprint (formerly known as the Ottawa Mortgage Summit) brings the industry together for a high-energy day of expert insights, valuable connections and a live Family Feud-style competition, hosted by Daren Sedore as Steve Harvey.

Expect practical ideas to grow your business, a lender and partner marketplace, and plenty of surprises as randomly selected audience members compete for prizes and bragging rights.

You’ll discover:

  • 📈 Strategies to grow your mortgage business in a changing market
  • 🤝 Networking with top brokers, lenders, and referral partners
  • 💡 Fresh ideas to strengthen client relationships and generate more business
  • 🎤 Insights from industry experts and inspiring speakers
  • 🚀 Practical takeaways you can implement immediately

Day Agenda

9:30 AM
Opening Remarks

Welcome on behalf of CMBA Ontario

9:40 AM
Game Round 1 & 2

Hosted by Daren Sedore, audience members will be selected live to compete in a Family Feud-inspired game featuring our lender sponsors. Visit the sponsor booths throughout the day for clues…and a possible competitive edge!

10:40 AM
Coffee Break
10:50 AM
Title Coming Soon

Speaker:

  • Rob Carrick, Canada’s Personal Finance Explainer-in-Chief and former Globe and Mail Personal Finance Columnist for 27 Years. 
11:50 AM
Lunch Break & Trade Show
1:30 PM
Title Coming Soon

Speaker:

  • James Robinson,  Chief Technology Officer, Equifax Canada 
2:15 PM
Game 3 & Finals

Hosted by Daren Sedore, audience members will be selected live to compete in a Family Feud-inspired game featuring our lender sponsors. Visit the sponsor booths throughout the day for clues…and a possible competitive edge!

3:00 PM
Awards & Prizes & Closing Remarks

Meet our Speakers & Host

Rob Carrick

Rob Carrick

Canada’s Trusted Personal Finance Explainer-in-Chief

With his decades of experience covering all things related to money, Rob Carrick is Canada’s trusted personal finance explainer-in-chief. Rob was The Globe and Mail’s personal finance columnist for 27 years, then began a new career phase as a speaker, writer and consultant specializing in personal finance strategy.
Rob in his career has seen a lot – multiple bull markets for stocks, a couple of recessions and stock market crashes, one global financial crisis, a pandemic, a trade war, the incredible rise of the housing market, soaring personal debt loads, roaring inflation and an ever-present worry that Canadians aren’t saving enough for retirement.
Rob brings a fresh analytical take to his work that applies economics, demographics and social trends. He prides himself on his ability to make people say after reading his work or hearing him speak: “Now I understand.”
James Robinson

James Robinson

Vice President, Sales, Equifax Canada

Daren Sedore

Daren Sedore

Mortgage Agent, Mortgage Brokers Ottawa

Daren brings more than two decades of experience in the financial services industry, including over 10 years with two of Canada’s leading banks, several years as a licensed Mortgage Agent, and a background as a former Financial Planner. This broad experience allows him to offer well‑rounded, practical mortgage advice that fits into clients’ overall financial picture—not just their immediate borrowing needs.
Based in Ottawa, Daren works with clients across Canada, helping everyone from first‑time homebuyers purchasing their first home to experienced homeowners looking to refinance, renew, or invest. As an independent mortgage agent, he works with more than 50 banks and lending institutions, giving him the flexibility to secure mortgage solutions that are truly tailored to each client’s goals.
Clients often comment on Daren’s responsiveness, clear communication, and straightforward approach. He takes the time to explain mortgage options in plain language so clients feel informed and confident in their decisions. With his background as a financial planner, Daren understands how a mortgage fits into the bigger picture of long‑term financial planning and approaches every file with that perspective in mind.
Exceptional customer service is the foundation of Daren’s business, and much of his work comes from repeat clients and referrals. He takes pride in building lasting relationships and being a trusted advisor clients can rely on year after year.
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