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Lock In or Stay Variable? What Every Canadian Homeowner Must Decide Before April 29

   Bank of Canada headquarters, Ottawa. Overnight rate held at 2.25% since October 2025. Next decision: April 29, 2026.  The Bank of Canada has held its rate at 2.25% for three straight decisions — but with inflation creeping back up, a Middle East conflict pushing oil prices, and over one million mortgage renewals on the horizon, the stakes of getting this wrong have never been higher. The Canadian Money Brief April 25, 2026 6 min read THE CANADIAN MONEY BRIEF BANK OF CANADA 2.25% 2.25% POLICY RATE HELD SINCE OCT. 2025 · THIRD CONSECUTIVE HOLD NEXT DECISION: APR. 29, 2026 If your mortgage is coming up for renewal in the next six to eighteen months, the question keeping you up at night is probably this: do I lock in a fixed rate now — or do I ride out a variable rate and hope the Bank of Canada does something helpful? It's the right question to be asking. And right now, the answer is more complicated — and more consequential — than it has been in years. The Bank of Canada...

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Kamala Harris Secures Nomination with Unprecedented Delegate Support


In a remarkable turn of events, Vice President Kamala Harris has garnered enough delegate support to secure the Democratic nomination for president on the very first day of her campaign.

This swift consolidation of support comes after President Joe Biden's endorsement and sets a new record in the political annals of the United States. Harris's campaign, which has been marked by a surge of endorsements from key figures within the party, has also seen a historic fundraising effort, amassing over $81 million in contributions. 

The Vice President's rapid acquisition of delegates reflects a broader trend of unity within the Democratic Party, as major potential rivals have rallied around her candidacy. With the Democratic National Committee preparing for its nominating vote, Harris's campaign is poised to enter the presidential race with a strong start and a clear path forward. Her success signals a significant shift in the political landscape and underscores the importance of delegate support in the nomination process.

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