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The Mortgage Renewal Wave Just Peaked — Here's What the Data Actually Shows

Published August 30, 2026 For three years, "the mortgage renewal wall" has been the scariest phrase in Canadian personal finance — the idea that a flood of ultra-cheap, pandemic-era mortgages would come due at much higher rates and trigger a wave of forced sales. That wall is now mostly behind us. Two new 2026 surveys, one from Royal LePage and one from Rates.ca, show what actually happened when it hit. The short version: it hurt, budgets tightened hard for a lot of people, but the mass default many feared simply didn't show up. The last big group is renewing right now Royal LePage's 2026 Mortgage Renewal Survey, released August 19 and based on a Leger poll of 1,127 Canadians renewing this year, pins down where things stand: about 12% of all outstanding Canadian mortgages are five-year, fixed-payment loans taken out during the 2020–2022 ultra-low-rate window, and this is their last major renewal wave. The Bank of Canada's overnight rate sat at just 0.25% through m...

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Khabib Nurmagomedov Removed from Flight: Frontier Airlines Faces Backlash

 

UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov was recently removed from a Frontier Airlines flight following a dispute over his seat. The incident, which took place at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, has sparked significant criticism online, with many calling it a "most embarrassing airline" moment.

In a video that went viral, Nurmagomedov is seen calmly explaining to a flight attendant that he speaks English and is willing to assist in case of an emergency. Despite this, the airline staff insisted he move from his seat in the exit row. When Nurmagomedov refused, he was escorted off the plane.

Nurmagomedov took to social media to share his side of the story, stating that the crew member was "very rude from the very beginning". He also questioned whether the decision was based on racial or national bias. The video and Nurmagomedov's post have garnered widespread support from fans and fellow athletes, who criticized Frontier Airlines for their handling of the situation.

Frontier Airlines has since responded, stating that they are investigating the incident. The airline's reputation has taken a hit as social media users continue to express their disappointment and call for better treatment of passengers.

This incident highlights the importance of respectful and fair treatment of all passengers, regardless of their background or status. As the investigation continues, many are hoping for a resolution that addresses the concerns raised and prevents similar incidents in the future.




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