About us
At Charlene Elliott Mortgages, our team is proud to help clients in Fort McMurray and across Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland find the right mortgage solutions with confidence. With over 20 years of experience, Charlene Elliott has built a strong reputation as a trusted mortgage broker known for personalized service and expert guidance.
Charlene Elliott
Licensed Mortgage Broker
With over 20 years of experience, Charlene Elliott is a trusted mortgage broker Fort McMurray homeowners rely on for honest advice, competitive rates, and personalized solutions. As an experienced mortgage broker, clients in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland depend on her to work with multiple lenders to secure the best mortgage option for their unique situation, not just a single bank’s limited offer.
Whether you need pre-approval, are comparing mortgage rates, refinancing, or buying your first home, Charlene keeps the process clear, organized, and stress-free.
Based in Fort McMurray and proudly serving clients across Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland, Charlene Elliott Mortgages is committed to helping you move forward with confidence wherever you are buying.
Our Team
Our team works closely with clients who are buying a home, refinancing, or renewing, helping them explore options from a range of lenders rather than being limited to a single mortgage lender. At Charlene Elliott Mortgages, the focus is always on finding the right fit for each client’s goals.
Melany Branco
Licensed Mortgage Associate
Melany is a licensed mortgage broker with Charlene Elliott Mortgages, bringing over 15 years of experience in banking and finance. Known for her clear communication and client-first approach, she makes the mortgage process simple and stress-free. Based in St. Albert, she lives with her family and enjoys summers by the pool and road trips when she’s not helping clients move forward with confidence.
Shayla Ouellette
Unlicensed Mortgage Assistant
Shayla is an unlicensed mortgage assistant with Charlene Elliott Mortgages. With more than 20 years of administrative experience across a wide range of roles, Shayla brings strong organization, attention to detail, and dependable behind-the-scenes support to the mortgage process. She plays a key role in keeping files moving smoothly and ensuring clients receive timely, consistent service throughout their journey.
Dominion Lending Centres
Mortgage Mentors
Dominion Lending Centres is Canada’s national mortgage and leasing company with more than 2,300 members offering free expert advice across Canada – taking the hassles out of the mortgage process and simplifying your life.
With access to more than 230 lending institutions, including big banks, credit unions and trust companies, our licensed team of mortgage professionals is familiar with a vast array of available mortgage products – ranging from first-time homebuyer programs to financing for the self-employed to financing for those with credit blemishes.
And, best of all, Dominion Lending Centres’ mortgage professionals work for you – not the lenders – to ensure you receive the best rates and products available in today’s marketplace. Whether you’re looking to purchase your very first home or upgrade to a new home, renew your existing mortgage, refinance your mortgage to free up some equity, purchase investment properties or vacation homes, or lease business-related equipment, Dominion Lending Centres has a variety of products available to meet your unique needs. Our mortgage professionals are experts in their field, and many are ranked among the best nationally.
Launched in January 2006, we were named Best Newcomer (Mortgage Brokerage Firm) at the prestigious CMP Canadian Mortgage Awards 2008 – the Oscars of the mortgage brokering industry. At the 2009 CMAs, we received the Best Branding Award, and again in 2010, with the prestigious titles of Mortgage Brokerage of the Year and Best Advertising. At the 2011 Awards, we again won Best Advertising, and in 2012, we were honoured with National Broker Network of the Year, Best Advertising, and Best Branding. Dominion Lending Centres is also honoured to be ranked 32nd on the 2012 annual PROFIT 200 ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by PROFIT Magazine. Ranking Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by five-year revenue growth, the PROFIT 200 profiles the country’s most successful growth companies. PROFIT 200 is Canada’s largest annual celebration of entrepreneurial achievement. In both 2009 and 2010, Dominion Lending Centres also earned spots on the PROFIT HOT 50 List of Canadian Emerging Growth Companies. The PROFIT HOT 50 ranks the top 50 young businesses in Canada by two-year revenue growth. Dominion Lending Centres’ mortgage professionals are available anytime, anywhere, evenings and weekends – and we’ll even come to you!
Lenders + Associations
At Dominion Lending Centres, we have created an exclusive in-house lineup of mortgage products to meet the needs of most Canadians.
And we’re proud to say we believe we provide the BEST value for your mortgage in the industry.
Click here to learn more about our exclusive Product Line and to visit our informational site.
Lenders + Insurers
Dominion Lending Centres’ mortgage and leasing professionals shop over 90 different banks, credit unions, and trust companies to meet your financing needs. We will search hundreds of lending products to find the best possible mortgage or leasing solution tailored to you.
Insurers
Charities
Proudly Rated 5/5 Stars by Our Clients
EXCELLENT Based on 139 reviews Posted on Miranda WilliamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent group of professionals. I made a quick call and explained what I was looking for. I had a great discount on my mortgage with my current provider as a member of the defense community and yet Melany Branco was able to even beat that! It does take some time so get on it if you plan to make a switch but over all very helpful. The only negative was that the contract put me on a monthly payment and there was a big gap in payments during the switch but I was able to contact the bank and rectify that after the fact. Thanks for your help!Posted on Sarah PocockTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The entire team was wonderful!Posted on Maygen GillinghamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have 2 mortgages with Charlene now. Her whole team is great to work with. Highly recommend for all your mortgage needs. She truly cares about getting you the best deal possible!Posted on Lori PentonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Melany was always there to take my calls and was quick to answer any questions I had and made the process easyPosted on Erin WhiteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 100% would recommend Charlene and her staff. They were super helpful and efficient.Charlene was always there to answer my questions and there were a lot. Very kind and professional. I will always continue to recommend.Posted on Tidy Matters Professional OrganizingTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charlene is a true professional. Her expertise and knowledge ensure the best experience possible. If you're needing help with a mortgage, I highly recommend.Posted on Yvonne HillierTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The experience we had with Charlene and her staff was amazing,recommend them 100%.They went above and beyond to make things happen and very helpful in guiding us through the process.Posted on Tara ProskiwTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charlene embodies professionalism. Charlene is organized, educated and well rounded with all things mortgage related. You're in good hands working with Charlene!