by Abbi Stevenson | Jun 10, 2026 | Interest Rates and Inflation Reports
Bank of Canada Hold Rates – June 2026 What it Means for Wilmot & KW Homeowners If you were waiting to see if today would bring some relief (or a surprise hike), here’s the headline: The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.25% again...
by Abbi Stevenson | Apr 29, 2026 | Interest Rates and Inflation Reports
What Happened in Today’s Announcement The Bank of Canada (BoC) kept the overnight rate at 2.25% for the fourth consecutive time. This decision aligns with expectations from economists and markets. Governor Tiff Macklem noted that the current rate is likely...
by Abbi Stevenson | Feb 27, 2026 | Interest Rates and Inflation Reports
Bond yields have been drifting lower, and that’s creating early signs of downward pressure on fixed mortgage rates. Even though most fixed terms are still hovering near 4-4.5%, economists point out that the underlying data tells a more nuanced story. Recent jobs...
by Abbi Stevenson | Feb 17, 2026 | Interest Rates and Inflation Reports
Canada’s inflation story took a meaningful turn in January, offering a clearer signal to homeowners, buyers, and anyone watching mortgage rates. With annual inflation easing to 2.3%, down from 2.4% in December, the data shows a gradual cooling trend that economists...
by Abbi Stevenson | Jan 23, 2026 | Interest Rates and Inflation Reports
Canada’s inflation rate edged up to 2.4% in December 2023, slightly higher than economists expected. While this headline number suggests rising price pressures, a closer look reveals a more complicated – and less alarming – story. Why Inflation Ticked Up...
by Abbi Stevenson | Jan 8, 2026 | Interest Rates and Inflation Reports
2026 Interest Rate Forecast A clear guide for homeowners, buyers, and anyone watching Canada’s interest‑rate landscape. The Bank of Canada’s policy rate announcements shape everything from mortgage payments to bond markets to overall economic confidence. With eight...