Episode 247

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Published on:

4th Feb 2026

Federal Job Cuts, Rising Mortgage Arrears, and Canada’s Economy

In this week’s episode, we discuss how federal public service job cuts could influence Ottawa’s housing market and local economy. We talk about the recent rise in mortgage arrears across Canada and what it reveals about financial stress among homeowners. We also explore slower than expected GDP growth and how these economic signals are shaping real estate activity across Ottawa and the broader Canadian market.

We share our thoughts on how job reductions could affect housing demand, local businesses, and financial confidence in the region. We also talk about how homeowners are navigating higher payments, the mortgage options available during financial pressure, and why proactive financial planning is becoming more important across Canada.

00:00 Intro

02:09 Impact of Federal Job Cuts on the Economy

11:53 Mortgage Arrears and Financial Stress

18:34 Canada's GDP and Economic Outlook

27:28 Mood Boosts


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Paul Stevenson - Mortgage Agent Level 2

CENTUM Financial Services LP

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David Warren - Mortgage Agent Level 2

Referral Mortgages

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About the Podcast

The Ottawa Real Estate Podcast
A weekly podcast about Real Estate, Mortgages and whatever else we want to talk about!
Welcome to The Ottawa Real Estate Podcast (TOREP)! Hosted by seasoned Mortgage Agents Paul Stevenson and David Warren, who have been bringing the Ottawa real estate market to life with the podcast for over four years. Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or just curious, we’re here to share insider tips, untold stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.

To our loyal listeners—thank you for your support and for being part of our journey. And to our new listeners—welcome! We’re excited to have you join the conversation. Hit play, stay tuned, and let’s explore the world of real estate together! 🎉