Where is Alberta’s housing market headed next?
Too much information, not enough clarity. Join housing analyst Ben Rabidoux and the Spire Mortgage Team for a real, data-driven look at Alberta real estate, rates and your next mortgage move, in 60 minutes.
and North Cove Advisors
More information than ever. Less clarity than ever.
Every real estate or mortgage decision now comes with homework: hundreds of articles, hot takes, headlines and “experts” who all disagree. You end up sorting out what’s real before you can begin to decide.
That’s decision fatigue. It leads to one of two outcomes: decisions made in a rush, or decisions put off until the timing is wrong.
So we’re offering something better: a real look at today’s market from someone who lives in the data, with clear takeaways you can act on. One purpose: helping you make your next real estate and mortgage decisions with less stress.
Real data, not hot takes
Evidence-based analysis from an independent analyst. No clickbait, no agenda.
Takeaways you can use
Leave knowing what to watch, what to ignore and what to do next.
Decisions with less stress
Clarity in 60 minutes, so you can stop searching and start deciding.
Clear answers to the questions Albertans are asking right now
No hype or doom. Just the data, what it means for Calgary, Edmonton and the rest of the province, and what to do about it.
Interest rates
Where rates are likely to go, what’s driving the Bank of Canada, and how that changes the fixed-vs-variable decision.
The renewal wave
A large share of Canadian mortgages renew in 2026–27, many at higher rates than they started with. What that means for payments, prices and your options.
Migration and demand
Is the flow of people into Alberta still pushing up demand, and how long can it last?
Supply, inventory and prices
New listings, construction and rentals: what the numbers suggest for Alberta prices over the next 12–24 months.
Alberta’s economic risks
Energy, trade, jobs and the national economy: the Alberta-specific variables worth watching.
Live Q&A
Bring your questions. Ben and the Spire team will answer them live, or send yours in advance when you register.
If you own, buy, invest in or sell Alberta real estate, this is for you
- BuyersFirst-time or move-up, deciding whether to buy now or wait
- Homeowners renewing soonYour mortgage renews in the next 24 months
- InvestorsWeighing rental demand, cash flow and where Alberta is in the cycle
- Realtors and industry professionalsWant sharp, credible data to bring to your clients
Ben Rabidoux
Ben Rabidoux is widely considered one of Canada’s leading housing analysts and macroeconomic thinkers. He founded the research firm North Cove Advisors in 2013 and continues to work with some of the preeminent institutional research firms around the world.
In 2021 he founded Edge Realty Analytics to deliver the same high-quality research to real estate and mortgage professionals. He has built a reputation for deep, data-driven insight that cuts through the noise and shows the forces shaping Canadian housing and the broader economy.
A sought-after speaker at industry conferences, private events and executive briefings, Ben is also a frequent media commentator, featured in virtually every major business outlet.
Translating complex economic trends into clear, actionable intelligence.
Hosted by the Spire Mortgage Team
Spire is a Calgary-based mortgage team led by Renée Huse. We help Albertans buy, renew, refinance and invest, with access to more than 120 lenders across traditional, alternative and private channels.
Good decisions start with good information. After the webinar, our team can help you turn the big picture into a plan for your mortgage.
Free to attend. Seats are limited.
Registration takes 30 seconds. You’ll receive:
- Your personal join link by email, right away
- A calendar invite so it’s saved in your schedule
- Reminders before we go live
- A chance to send your question to Ben ahead of time
Save your spot with Ben Rabidoux
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 12:00–1:00 p.m. MT
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Questions, answered
Is it really free?
Yes. The Spire Mortgage Team is hosting it for our clients, partners and community.
What if I can’t attend live?
Register anyway. Everyone who registers receives the replay by email.
Do I need to be a Spire client?
Not at all. Everyone is welcome, and friends, family and colleagues can register too.
How do I join?
Register through Zoom and your personal join link arrives by email right away, with a calendar invite. It works on a computer, tablet or phone, and you don’t need a Zoom account.
Will I get a sales pitch?
No. This is an education session. If you’d like to talk about your own mortgage afterwards, our team is happy to help, with no pressure.
Ben Rabidoux is an independent guest speaker. His views are his own and are general market commentary, not personalized financial advice.