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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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Canada and Greece Forge Partnership to Boost Tourism

In a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations, Canada and Greece have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to promote tourism between the two nations. The agreement, signed in Athens, underscores the importance of tourism in fostering economic growth, cultural exchange, and sustainable development.

The MOU focuses on institutional cooperation, the exchange of data and best practices, and the development of innovative tourism models. Both countries aim to address challenges such as climate change by sharing expertise and promoting sustainable tourism practices. The agreement also seeks to increase tourism flows, making it easier for Canadians and Greeks to explore each other's countries.

This partnership builds on the strong cultural and historical ties between the two nations, with nearly 300,000 Canadians of Greek origin and many Canadians living, working, and studying in Greece. The collaboration is expected to create new opportunities for tourism investment, education, and vocational training, benefiting both economies.

Canadian Minister of Export Promotion, Mary Ng, emphasized the economic and cultural benefits of the agreement, stating that it would strengthen ties and support prosperity for both nations. Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni highlighted the commitment to a sustainable and innovative tourism model, reflecting shared values of democracy and cultural heritage.

This MOU marks a new chapter in Canada-Greece relations, showcasing the potential of tourism as a bridge between nations.

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