2026 Mortgage Predictions: Variable Rates Gain Popularity
Ratehub.ca expert Penelope Graham forecasts a shift to variable-rate mortgages in 2026, but warns many renewing homeowners will still face higher payments. Get the full analysis.
Ratehub.ca expert Penelope Graham forecasts a shift to variable-rate mortgages in 2026, but warns many renewing homeowners will still face higher payments. Get the full analysis.
Discover the best deals on Amazon Canada for January 9, 2026. Our shopping guide highlights trending products and smart buys to start your year. Shop now and save!
Catch up on the hectic start to 2026: U.S. action in Venezuela, Canada-U.S. trade war rulings, Alberta health intimidation claims, and new Canadian laws.
Toronto is set for an abnormally mild and damp January 8, 2026, with morning fog giving way to spots of sun. Get the full weather forecast and details.
Deloitte Canada revises its 2026 economic growth outlook downward, predicting a sluggish first half before a potential rebound. Read the full analysis and implications for interest rates.
A baby born moments after midnight on New Year's Day 2026 received its name from ChatGPT. Discover the unique story behind this modern naming trend.
The first major winter storm of 2026 has brought St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, to a standstill with 20 cm of snow. Get the latest details on the shutdown and impacts.
Financial Post's Outlook 2026 video series forecasts higher oil prices, an AI investment frenzy, a wave of mortgage renewals, and trade challenges for Canada in the coming year.
Ottawa faces a cold Sunday amid a 2026 transit fare hike that has riders calling it 'gross.' Get the latest on the weather, local reaction, and national news headlines for January 4, 2026.
The first Sunday of January, known as Dating Sunday, kicks off the busiest season for online dating. Experts share key messaging mistakes to avoid for finding meaningful connections ahead of Valentine's Day.
Get ready for a massive year in cinema. Our 2026 preview covers the Michael Jackson biopic, Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' and major sequels like 'Dune: Part Three' and 'Spider-Man.'
Vancouver Canucks stars Elias Pettersson and Kevin Lankinen have been selected to represent Sweden and Finland, respectively, at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. Get the full roster details and analysis.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, nestled in Italy's UNESCO Dolomites, is set to co-host the 2026 Winter Olympics. Discover its legendary slopes, Olympic history, and Alpine charm.
A seismic event struck Amherstburg, Ontario on the first day of 2026. Get the confirmed details from Earthquakes Canada and understand the local impact.
A new report highlights the growing pay gap in Canada, with top CEOs earning 248 times more than the average worker. Discover the economic trends shaping salaries in 2026.
Expert Robert McLister forecasts the 2026 mortgage landscape: flat rates, record renewals, and tougher refinancing in hard-hit regions. Key insights for Canadian borrowers.
Markets soared in 2025, but 2026 brings risks from frothy AI valuations and persistent inflation. BlackRock warns investors need a 'Plan B'. Read the analysis.
Canada welcomed its first newborns of 2026, including a dramatic taxi birth in Calgary. Meet the inaugural arrivals and the new laws now in effect across the nation.
Your guide to Ottawa's first weekend of 2026, featuring community events, New Year's babies, and a look at new national laws taking effect. Discover what's happening in the capital.
Saskatchewan's historic Lieutenant Governor's Levee Day unfolded at Government House in Regina on Jan. 1, 2026, marking one of the province's oldest New Year's traditions. Read about the ceremony and its significance.
Victoria Police made an unusual arrest on New Year's Day 2026, taking a man into custody after driving him to headquarters in the back of a U-Haul van. Get the full story on this unique police operation.
Hundreds of participants braved the icy waters of English Bay for Vancouver's annual Polar Bear Swim on New Year's Day 2026. See the photos and stories from this chilly tradition.
More than 200 people plunged into icy waters at Britannia Beach on Jan. 1, 2026, to kick off the new year. The event, hosted by Ottawa Cold Plunge & Ritual Recovery, is a bold local tradition.
Canadians from coast to coast plunged into icy waters on New Year's Day 2026 for traditional Polar Bear swims, raising vital funds for charity. Discover the chilly celebrations.
New Brunswickers celebrated New Year's Day 2026 with Lieutenant-Governor Louise Imbeault's first levee and chilly polar bear swims. Discover how the province kicked off the new year.
As 2026 begins, residents of Regina share their personal goals. Explore their aspirations alongside major Canadian news from the first day of the year.
A Calgary taxi driver helped deliver a baby in his backseat during a harrowing, weather-beaten ride to the hospital on New Year's Day 2026. Read the incredible story of the rush to welcome a new life.
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with traditional polar bear swims, braving frigid waters in events like Dartmouth's Lake Banook dip. Discover the frosty festivities and other major New Year's headlines.
Hundreds of participants took the plunge at Lion's Park Beach in Dartmouth, N.S., for the Darkside Dippers' annual New Year's Day polar dip, braving icy waters to start 2026 with a splash.
Pop icon Pink spent New Year's Eve undergoing neck surgery. The singer shared a heartfelt message from her hospital bed, reflecting on a tough 2025 and expressing optimism for a better 2026. Read her full story of resilience and hope.