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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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Peaceful Protests in London Amid Heavy Police Presence

 

London witnessed significant demonstrations from both right-wing, anti-immigrant protesters and opposing anti-racism groups. The rallies, which were closely monitored by a substantial police presence, passed off peacefully without any major incidents.

The heightened police operation was aimed at preventing clashes between the rival groups, ensuring the safety of all participants. Authorities had prepared extensively to manage the large crowds and maintain order throughout the day.

Despite the contrasting messages of the two groups, the day concluded without any significant disturbances, showcasing the effectiveness of the police strategy and the commitment of the demonstrators to peaceful protest.


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