Rhonda Belisle RBC Mortgage Specialist

05/07/2026

On April 29, 2026, the Bank of Canada announced that it is holding its interest rate at 2.25%.

Latest update: The Bank of Canada holds its interest rate at 2.25%.

04/09/2026

RBC Real Estate Partner Appreciation is back!

Real Estate Partner Appreciation Month celebrates the cornerstone of our success: you. Your expertise and commitment directly enhance the home buying experience for our shared clients. We look forward to continuing to work together to help make our clients’ home ownership dreams a reality.

Throughout the month of April, events will be hosted across the country to show our appreciation. Also, as a valued partner of RBC, you are invited to join us for the following exclusive virtual event:

RBC Global Asset Management: Global Economic Update with David Richardson
Date: April 21, 2026
Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm EST

Sign-up for this exclusive event with David Richardson at

As an eligible professional* in our client’s home buying journey, sign up for the RBC Referral Awards program and you could receive Avion® points on your Avion Rewards credit card or your RBC bank account* for every eligible mortgage referral* plus access to our team of mobile mortgage specialist...

02/20/2026

Supply surge keeps Canadian house prices on a downtrend.

Potential buyers remained cautious despite elevated inventory giving them the upper hand. Severe winter weather likely contributed to the slowdown, with significant precipitation in several regions keeping prospective buyers on the sidelines.

01/30/2026

Getting ready for your first job? Could you use financial support for post-secondary studies? Want to reskill to meet today’s shifting job market? Learn about the RBC Next Step Scholarships, visit www.rbc.com/scholarships

01/29/2026

On January 28, 2026, the Bank of Canada announced that it is holding its interest rate at 2.25%.

Latest update: The Bank of Canada holds its interest rate at 2.25%.

01/12/2026

New year, new read: recently published “Capital Under Pressure”, a must-read for both investors and founders navigating Canada’s venture capital ecosystem, with new analysis on fundraising data from 2025.

From graduation rates and fund concentration to the struggles of emerging managers, the report dives deep into the data to provide exclusive insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping Canadian venture capital.

Key Highlights:
Canadian VC firms raised just over $2B in 2025 – well below Canada’s long-run average. Only 25% of 2021 cohort funds have raised a successor fund within 5 years.
Emerging managers raised a record-low $249M in 2025.
Capital concentration is at an all-time high, with the top 5 funds capturing ~83% of total capital.

Don’t miss out on the insights that will shape how founders and investors navigate 2026 and beyond.

Download the full report now: https://bit.ly/4pTx7ol

01/09/2026

Online tools like Houseful make browsing listings easy, but sifting through hundreds of homes can make the process feel overwhelming. Learn how to take advantage of tools like filters and email alerts to focus your search and ensure you never miss a home that could be the one for you.

Like many tasks these days, much of your home search can be done more efficiently online. There are multiple real estate websites that allow you to filter through hundreds of homes within minutes and from the comfort of your couch. So if finding your next home feels overwhelming, then using homebuyi...

12/08/2025

Your personal goals, financial situation and where you want to live can help determine whether it makes more financial sense for you to rent or buy. This article provides key factors to think through as you plan for your future.

Home ownership has long been recognized as one of the pillars of a successful adulthood. However, with market conditions as they are, you may be wondering whether it’s better to continue rent vs own a home. And the answer is not one-size-fits-all. By knowing the factors to consider, you can take y...

12/06/2025

Sometimes the difference between a good home and a great home is a little TLC. But taking on the responsibility of making updates isn’t for everyone. Read on to decide whether a fixer upper or a move-in ready home is right for you.

If you’re looking for an affordable home, buying a fixer-upper can be a smart way to save money. But it can also be a money pit if you don’t know what to look for. Here’s how to determine whether a fixer-upper or move-in ready home is right for you. What is a fixer-upper? A fixer-upper is any

12/05/2025

RBC has officially launched a new approach to help strengthen Canada's non-profit sector by supporting the people and systems that sustain it. To start, RBC and RBC Foundation have committed over $7 million in single and multi-year grants to 22 non-profit organizations across the country that are helping build the capacity of the non-profit sector. The approach aims to support non-profit leadership and talent resilience as well as digital skills development. To learn more, check out this story: https://bit.ly/4iCqHYm