our story
The United Voice for Mortgage Brokers in British Columbia
The Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association – British Columbia (CMBA-BC) is proud to represent B.C.’s vibrant mortgage industry. Since our incorporation in 1990, we have served as the voice for mortgage brokers across the province, advocating for our members’ interests and concerns.
CMBA-BC offers a variety of educational and networking opportunities designed to help our members grow their skills, build valuable connections, and stay ahead in a competitive market. We collaborate with industry partners and regulators to ensure the integrity of the mortgage industry and to strengthen the role of brokers throughout the province.
Our Association is guided by an elected Board of Directors, with the assistance of committees and task groups made up of industry leaders. Under the leadership of CEO Carla Giles, MBA, CAE, our team is committed to executing the vision and strategy set by the Board while providing excellent support to our members. This is accomplished with the support of our Member Services Team.
Our history
A Legacy of Leadership
For 35+ years, CMBA-BC has championed a robust, ethical, and forward-thinking mortgage industry, serving as a leading voice for mortgage brokers in British Columbia and a catalyst for collaboration across Canada.
Originally incorporated as the Mortgage Brokers Association of BC (MBABC) in 1990, CMBA-BC has long played a leadership role within the profession. In 2015, CMBA-BC was instrumental in the formation of the Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association (CMBA National), adopting the CMBA National brand to support a unified national presence while remaining an independent, provincially governed association.
Today, CMBA-BC works closely with CMBA National and alongside its provincial counterparts: CMBA Ontario, CMBA Atlantic, and l’Association des courtiers hypothécaires du Québec (ACHQ), strengthening the profession nationwide and promoting the MB logo as a trusted mark of membership that signals to consumers that the best mortgage advice comes from a mortgage broker.
To learn more about how these provincial organizations work together, visit the CMBA National website.
Our mission
For Mortgage Brokers,
by Mortgage Brokers
At CMBA-BC, we believe your best mortgage advice comes from a mortgage broker. We strive to broaden consumer awareness of the incredible value provided by mortgage brokers and we work to strengthen the knowledge, skills, and professionalism of our members by proving leading educational opportunities, ethical guidance, and advocacy.
our goals
Strengthening BC’s Broker Community
Elevate the Profession
We empower mortgage brokers through leadership, training, and essential resources, equipping every member for success and recognition of their expertise with the MB trademark.
Boost Your Business
We deliver the tools, representation, and continuous learning that empower mortgage professionals to grow their business, elevate their impact, and guide their clients with confidence.
Connect for Growth
We believe a united profession is a stronger profession. Through premier events, networking opportunities, and shared learning, we ignite member connection, fostering a vibrant, collaborative community.
our milestones
Where We’ve Been
Explore the achievements that have shaped our association. Each event highlights our commitment to advocacy and community support.
The Mortgage Brokers Association of BC (MBABC) is founded. Paul Luykx is installed as the association’s first President.
Annual Conference & Trade Show established.
MBABC prints the first edition of its member magazine, The BC Mortgage Broker.
MBABC introduces the Pioneer Award for Lifetime Achievement. Andy Ambro, Douglas Eubank, and John Ribalkin are the recipients.
National alignment: formation of the Canadian Mortgage Brokers Association (CMBA National) network. CMBA-BC branding adopted.
our pathway
CMBA-BC’s Guiding Documents
Trust is the cornerstone of the mortgage broker profession. CMBA-BC and its members are unequivocally committed to the highest standards of ethics, transparency, and professional conduct. This commitment protects consumers and upholds the integrity of our industry.
Bylaw amendments are by special resolution, and voted upon at Annual General Meetings or Extraordinary General Meetings. The Bylaw Committee is headed by the President of the Association.
our community
What Our Members Say
My favourite thing about being a member is the camaraderie and the ability to lean on colleagues for support and information and just grow as a broker. Everyone just wants to do the best for our clients.
Member since 2016
CMBA-BC is a great home base for BC mortgage brokers. I have been a member and served on the board for years, and have seen first-hand what a difference the organization and its members can make.
Member since 2016
With the education CMBA-BC provides, it elevates us to learn and to know that we do have someone there for us when we're struggling. We have a network to fall back on.
Member since 2011
If you're wondering whether or not to become a member of CMBA-BC, I don't think you should invest any time thinking about it. You should simply sign up.
Member since 2016
When I started in the industry, I had no idea what I was doing and the association helped me learn and it also helped me gain relationships with people that have now turned into friendships.
Member since 2012
The work that CMBA-BC does in terms of advocating for the industry on a political front, as well as to the general public
— those things benefit our industry.
Member since 2017
[CMBA-BC] helps me stay on top of what's happening in the industry and provide better service to my clients.
Member since 2021