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Home Ownership for
Newcomers in Canada

Wednesday, 16 July 2025 at 12:00 PM (EST)

Webinar Details

Are you a newcomer to Canada and considering home ownership?
 Join us for an insightful webinar designed to help you navigate the various routes to owning a home in Canada. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home through a traditional mortgage, exploring co-ownership opportunities, or interested in rent-to-own solutions, this webinar will provide the information and tools you need to make informed decisions.

By Participating In This Webinar, You Will Discover:

  • Traditional Mortgage Route: Understand the steps involved in securing a mortgage through a bank or mortgage broker, including how to build your credit, down payment requirements, and approval processes.
  • Co-Ownership: Explore the benefits and challenges of co-ownership as a way to enter the housing market. Learn about sharing costs, decision-making, and the legalities of co-owning property in Canada.
  • Rent-to-Own Solutions: Find out how rent-to-own programs work, how to qualify, and the advantages of this flexible option for those who may not yet be ready for a traditional mortgage.

Who Should You Attend?

  • Newcomers to Canada interested in home ownership
  • Immigrants and permanent residents exploring their housing options
  • Anyone looking to better understand the home ownership process in Canada

Why Attend?

  • Expert Guidance: Our panelists bring years of experience and are here to answer your questions.
  • Tailored Advice: Get insights into the best home ownership options based on your unique situation as a newcomer.
  • Practical Tips: Learn step-by-step what to do to start your homeownership journey, regardless of your financial situation or credit history.

FEATURED PRESENTER

David Frattini

Managing Partner, Prepare For Canada

David Frattini brings insights into the issues and needs of prospective immigrants to Canada. He has built successful relationships with many stakeholder groups that range from professional associations to settlement services for newcomers. These key relationships help newcomers to prepare for and achieve success in Canada.

EXPERT PANELIST

Alex Kjorven

Chief Product Officer, Ourboro

Alex Kjorven has dedicated her career toward using business tools to solve social or environmental issues. She is the Chief Product Officer and a founding team member at Ourboro Inc., a shared-equity investment fund co-owning homes alongside families that would otherwise not have access to homeownership. Previously, she has held roles at numerous for-profit and non-profit organizations such as MaRS Discovery District and KPMG LLP, and served as CEO of the Trinidad & Tobago Corporate Governance Institute, developing the country’s first Corporate Governance Code for publicly traded companies.

EXPERT PANELIST

Terry Hepditch

Principal Partner, Home Owner Soon Financial

With a passion for helping people achieve homeownership, Terry has more than 20 years of experience as a Rent to Own Specialist. As Principal Partner, Home Owner Soon Financial has successfully created and completed over 1,400 rent to own programs and is Canada’s most established program. 

EXPERT PANELIST

Gurjeet Sidhu

Home Financing Advisor, Scotiabank

Before moving to Canada from India, Gurjeet had 14 years of experience working in retail and commercial banking. He has worked with top financial institutions including HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Axis Bank. Currently, Gurjeet is a Home Financing Advisor with Scotiabank, and brings extensive knowledge of how to navigate buying and financing a home in Canada.

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