Webinar – Understanding Climate Risk
| Title: | Expert Series – Understanding Climate Risk |
|---|---|
| Location: | Delivered in an interactive Zoom environment |
| Start date: | 16 July, 2025 |
| Cost: | $0.00 for members |
Expert Series – Understanding Climate Risk and Its Impact on the Mortgage Industry: A Guide for Brokers
Presented by CMBA-BC & MBIBC
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025, at 9:30AM
FREE For CMBA-BC Members
As the effects of climate change become more evident, the mortgage industry faces increasing pressure to incorporate climate risk into decision-making processes. This webinar will explore the growing importance of climate risk in the mortgage sector, offering mortgage brokers valuable insights on how to navigate this complex issue. It will cover the types of climate risks and their potential impacts on property values, insurance, and lending practices. The session will also discuss what may come in terms of regulatory changes related to climate risk disclosures and best practices.
Key Topics:
- Introduction to climate risk
- How climate risk can affect property values, insurance costs, and loan portfolios.
- Regulatory requirements and standards surrounding climate risk for financial institutions.
- Practical tools and strategies for brokers to assist clients.
Audience: Mortgage brokers, lenders, insurance professionals, and industry stakeholders interested in understanding and responding to climate risk in mortgage lending.
Outcome: By the end of this session, participants will have a deeper understanding of climate risk, how it impacts the mortgage industry, and practical steps to incorporate climate risk management into their business practices.
SPEAKER
Chris Chopik
Climate Foresight Strategist | Director, Resilient Homes Canada
Chris Chopik is a nationally recognized expert in climate risk, real estate, and housing policy. With a Master’s in Strategic Foresight and Innovation from OCAD University, Chris has led cutting-edge research on how climate change impacts property values and created the original Climate Change Risk Index. He advises governments, industry leaders, and homeowners on climate resilience, sustainable housing, and infrastructure strategy. Currently, he serves as Director at Resilient Homes Canada, helping shape the future of climate-resilient housing in Canada.
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What our past attendees have to say about the Expert Series Webinars
Excellent, extremely valuable, and pertinent in today’s climate.
All of the speakers and the content was useful and educational!
Important information learned from the Q and A session.