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26th IUHF World Congress

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
September 19-22, 2006
  

Delegates to the 26th IUHF World Congress

Discovered the different perspectives on Housing Bubbles and Bubble Markets and
their implications for policy makers, the housing finance industry and consumers.

Listened to some of the world's leading experts share
their vision of Housing Finance and Affordability.

Participated in discussions on topics like the repercussions of
Global Warming and Natural Disasters on Housing Finance.

26th IUHF World Congress

Organized by CMHC, the World Congress of the International Union for Housing Finance (IUHF) took place for the first time ever in Canada in September 2006. The Congress brought together to Vancouver over two hundred decision-makers in the field of mortgage finance from 42 different countries. Delegates included top level officials from housing finance and mortgage banking institutions, the public sector, and international financial institutions (IFI's).

About the IUHF

The International Union for Housing Finance (IUHF) is a primary source of information for trends and innovations in housing finance and mortgage lending from around the world. Based in London with members from 60 countries worldwide, the IUHF strives to improve the effectiveness of housing finance professionals and the organizations they lead http://www.housingfinance.org

About CMHC

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is Canada's national housing agency. CMHC's mandate is to ensure the availability of low-cost financing, housing affordability and choice to Canadians, and to promote the overall well-being of the Canadian housing sector. The Corporation is active in the areas of mortgage insurance and securitization; research and information transfer; assisted housing; and on the international arena http://www.cmhc.ca

Pan Pacific Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia

The venue for the 26th IUHF World Congress was the Five Diamond award-winning Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel. Its spectacular waterfront location offers panoramic vistas of the city, the harbour, and the Rocky Mountains. Situated atop the magnificent Canada Place complex in downtown Vancouver, the Pan Pacific is just steps away from the city's business district and entertainment centres. http:/vancouver.panpacific.com

City of Vancouver

The setting for the 26th IUHF World Congress was the city of Vancouver, located in British Columbia, Canada. Vancouver boasts one of the most spectacular city settings in the world. It is situated on a series of peninsulas surrounded by water and sitting on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, with the Canadian Rocky Mountains as a stunning backdrop. It is the largest city in the province of British Columbia and was recently rated as the third best city in the world in which to live, following Zurich and Geneva. http:/vancouver.ca

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Organized by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation on behalf of IUHF

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