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Join us for a compelling Executive Keynote by Aled Ab Iorwerth, Deputy Chief Economist at the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). This session will explore the critical role of construction technology and innovation in addressing Canada’s housing supply challenges. Aled will delve into the sector’s productivity issues, highlight emerging solutions, and outline the practical steps and systemic changes needed to drive real progress. Gain valuable economic insight and strategic direction on what must be done—and how—to build forward.
Aled Ab Iorwerth is a leading voice on some of Canada’s most pressing public policy challenges, including housing affordability, economic prosperity, and climate change. With over two decades of experience across multiple federal departments—including Finance Canada, Environment & Climate Change Canada, and CMHC—Aled brings a deep, evidence-based approach to solving complex, systemic issues.
He has led major research initiatives that have reshaped the national conversation on housing, including a landmark 2018 report on escalating home prices and a 2022 analysis quantifying Canada’s housing supply gap. As Deputy Chief Economist at CMHC, Aled plays a pivotal role in guiding strategy, influencing policy, and advocating for action to improve affordability and build a more prosperous future for all Canadians.
Join us for a compelling Executive Keynote by Aled Ab Iorwerth, Deputy Chief Economist at the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). This session will explore the critical role of construction technology and innovation in addressing Canada’s housing supply challenges. Aled will delve into the sector’s productivity issues, highlight emerging solutions, and outline the practical steps and systemic changes needed to drive real progress. Gain valuable economic insight and strategic direction on what must be done—and how—to build forward.
