Variable-Rate Mortgage Savings May Be Ending
Markets now predict only 33% chance of another Bank of Canada rate cut in 2026 as bond yields spike. Learn how this affects mortgage rates and home affordability.
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US Adds 119K Jobs, Unemployment Rises to 4.4%
US employers added 119,000 jobs in September as unemployment rose to 4.4%. Delayed report reveals economic strain from high interest rates and trade uncertainty.
Budget excludes IVF funding despite campaign promise
Advocates express disappointment as federal budget fails to include promised IVF funding, leaving Canadian families struggling with fertility treatment costs. Learn about the impact.
Mortgage delinquency rate falls first time in 3 years
Canada's mortgage delinquency rate declines for the first time since 2022, signaling potential relief for homeowners amid economic pressures. Learn what this means for the housing market.
Winnipeg group concerned about Manitoba Hydro rate hikes
A Winnipeg advocacy group expresses alarm over proposed Manitoba Hydro rate increases. Learn how these changes could impact your energy bills and what options are available.
London mayor pushes back against tax rate reduction
London Mayor faces opposition from Coun. Susan Stevenson seeking deeper tax cuts in 2026 budget. Get the latest on municipal financial debates.
Canada's inflation rate slows to 2.2% in October
Canada's inflation rate fell to 2.2% in October, driven by a sharp drop in gas prices. However, core inflation measures remain elevated, a key concern for the Bank of Canada.
Immigrant mothers had half of B.C. babies: StatCan
Statistics Canada study reveals immigrant mothers had 50% of B.C. births in 2024. Experts cite affordability as key factor in declining birthrate despite immigration's population role.
Inflation expected to fall in October due to gas prices
Economists project Canada's annual inflation rate declined in October, driven by a significant drop in gasoline prices. Get the latest analysis on the cost of living.
U.S. Futures Drop on Fading Rate-Cut Expectations
U.S. stock futures decline as investors reassess the likelihood of a December interest rate cut. Stay informed on the latest market movements and economic indicators.
Foreign-born mothers prevented steeper Canadian birth decline
Statistics Canada reveals immigrant mothers prevented sharper birth rate decline since 2010. Learn how immigration shapes Canada's demographic future and population trends.
Bank of Canada debated timing of October rate cut
Newly released deliberations reveal Bank of Canada officials debated delaying October interest rate cut. Get insights into central bank's monetary policy considerations.
Bank of Canada Debated Timing of Interest Rate Cut
Bank of Canada considered delaying interest rate cut but opted for October reduction to 2.25% amid soft labour market and trade uncertainty. Read the full analysis.
New Ontario funding ends Windsor-Essex IVF waitlist
Ontario invests $1.6M annually in Windsor's only IVF clinic, eliminating years-long wait times for publicly funded fertility treatments and helping 300 patients yearly.
Immigration Cuts May Hinder Bank of Canada Rate Relief
Canada's reduced immigration targets could slow population growth to near zero, potentially delaying Bank of Canada interest rate cuts as unemployment may fall faster than expected.
2,600 jobs available in midwestern Ontario
Midwestern Ontario sees 2,600 job openings as unemployment rate declines. Manufacturing sector leads hiring surge with opportunities across multiple industries.
$1.5M Ontario investment for Windsor-Essex fertility care
Ontario announces $1.5 million investment to expand fertility services in Windsor-Essex, helping local couples build families. Learn how this funding will improve access to reproductive care.
Canada's October Jobs Report: Key Economic Insights
Statistics Canada releases crucial October employment data that could shape economic policy and interest rate decisions. Get the latest on unemployment rates, job creation trends, and what it means for Canadian households.
Natural Gas Rates Rising in Manitoba This November
Manitoba Hydro announces significant natural gas rate increase starting November 1st, impacting homeowners' winter heating costs. Learn how this affects your budget.
Variable Mortgage Holders Get Rate Cut Relief
Canadian homeowners with variable-rate mortgages are celebrating as the Bank of Canada's recent rate cut brings significant payment reductions. Discover how this decision impacts monthly budgets and what it means for the housing market.
Bank of Canada Signals End to Rate Hike Cycle
The Bank of Canada maintains its key interest rate at 5%, signaling the end of its tightening cycle while keeping options open for future moves. Discover what this means for your finances and the Canadian economy.
Bank of Canada Rate Cuts Still Possible in 2024
Despite stubborn inflation, economists reveal why interest rate cuts remain on the table for 2024 and how Canadians should prepare for potential financial shifts.
Rate Cut Offers Relief for Alberta Homeowners
The Bank of Canada's recent interest rate reduction offers breathing room for Albertans, but experts warn bigger economic challenges lie ahead for the province's housing market and overall financial landscape.
Fed Cuts Rates Quarter-Point in Policy Shift
The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time this year, delivering a quarter-point reduction amid cooling inflation and economic uncertainty. Here's what it means for your wallet.
RBC Cuts Prime Rate Following Bank of Canada Decision
Royal Bank of Canada leads major lenders in reducing prime rate to 6.95%, bringing relief to borrowers with variable-rate mortgages and loans. Learn how this affects your finances.
Fed Cuts Key Rate as Shutdown Clouds Economic Outlook
The Federal Reserve makes pivotal rate cut decision as potential government shutdown threatens to cloud economic outlook and complicate monetary policy path forward.
Canada's Productivity Crisis Deepens After Rate Cut
Economists warn Canada faces a structural productivity crisis as Bank of Canada cuts rates amid stagnant economic growth and declining business investment.
Bank of Canada Rate Cut Boosts Real Estate Market
Canadian real estate leaders welcome the Bank of Canada's first interest rate cut in four years, predicting renewed market activity while acknowledging ongoing economic challenges.
Bank of Canada cuts rates as U.S. trade threats grow
The Bank of Canada delivers another interest rate cut while navigating turbulent U.S. trade relations and tariff threats that could reshape Canada's economic landscape.
Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rates to 4.75%
The Bank of Canada has made its first interest rate cut in months, lowering the overnight rate to 4.75%. Discover how this decision affects mortgages, savings, and the Canadian economy.
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