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Mortgage Renewal Shock 2026: What Canadian Homeowners Need to Know

  The Reality: Over 60% of Canadian mortgages are renewing in 2025 and 2026—many at rates significantly higher than their original terms. While some homeowners will see relief, others face payment increases of 15–40%. This guide will help you understand what's happening, run the numbers, and explore your options before your renewal date arrives. The Big Picture: What's Happening in 2026 Canada is experiencing a historic wave of mortgage renewals. A large cohort of mortgages originated during the pandemic's historic low-rate period—when rates hovered around 2% or lower in 2020–2021—are now maturing and resetting at today's rates. The Bank of Canada staff estimate that roughly 60% of outstanding mortgages will renew in 2025 and 2026, making this the most significant renewal cycle in decades. In 2026, the average mortgage renewal increase is projected to moderate to around 6%, though individual experiences vary dramatically depending on mortgage type and renewal timing. W...

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Escalating Tensions: Israeli Airstrike Hits Gaza Hospital, Killing Five

 

In a tragic incident, an Israeli airstrike targeted a tent within the Al-Aqsa Hospital compound in central Gaza, resulting in the deaths of at least five people. This strike, which occurred on Sunday, also left 18 others wounded and brought the total number of Palestinians killed that day to 19.

The Israeli military stated that the airstrike was aimed at a militant involved in terror activities, and secondary explosions indicated the presence of weaponry in the area. The hospital compound, located in the Deir Al-Balah area, is currently sheltering thousands of people displaced by ongoing conflicts.

This incident follows a series of failed diplomatic efforts in Cairo, where talks aimed at negotiating a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas ended without progress. The situation remains tense, with both sides bracing for further escalation.


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