10/28/2026
BREAKING NEWS ...
The Bank of Canada has released its 7th decision of 2026, INCREASING the key interest rate by 25 basis points up to 2.50%. The BoC will release the final interest rate announcement of 2026 on December 09th.
The recent decision to increase the key interest rate means the prime lending rate will also increase by 0.25%. Consequently, here’s how borrowers are affected:
- Fixed-Rate Mortgages: will see no change to their payments or interest costs until renewal.
- Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (ARMs) & Lines of Credit / HELOCs: Payments will adjust immediately by 0.25% as the prime lending rate adjusts in tandem with the BoC key interest rate.
- Fixed-payment Variable Mortgages: The monthly payment remains unchanged for now, but you will notice a decrease in the amount towards your principal and an increase in the amount towards your interest, over time stretching out the amortization schedule.
We understand that navigating current economic conditions can feel uncertain, and we're always here to support you. If you have any questions about interest rates or want to review your mortgage options, please feel free to reach out anytime—we’re happy to help you plan your best path forward.
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To read further regarding today's announcement click the following link:
https://www.bankofcanada.ca/2026/10/fad-press-release-2026-10-28/