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

Send us Fan MailEpisode 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 storyThe growing gap in supply and demand—and why 3.2M new homes are neededThe collapse in pre-construction sales and what it means for developersCancelled listings and a sluggish resale marketThe looming mortgage renewal shock hitting Canadians in 2025–26Why youth unemployment and immigration pressures are reshaping the job marketBank of Canada’s evolving mandate and the politics behind affordabilityWith 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/