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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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Renewed Conflict in Gaza: Over 85 Lives Lost in Israeli Strikes

In a tragic escalation of violence, Israeli airstrikes across Gaza have claimed the lives of at least 85 Palestinians, according to local health authorities. The strikes targeted multiple homes, leaving behind devastation and grief. This renewed assault follows the breakdown of a ceasefire that had provided a brief respite to the region.

The strikes, which occurred overnight, have drawn widespread condemnation and raised concerns about the safety of civilians in the densely populated area. Reports indicate that many of the victims were women and children, highlighting the human cost of the ongoing conflict.

The Israeli military has stated that its operations are aimed at targeting militants, but the high civilian toll has sparked international outcry. Meanwhile, Palestinian groups have reportedly launched retaliatory attacks, further intensifying the situation.

This tragic development underscores the urgent need for renewed diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the violence and address the underlying issues fueling the conflict. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with calls for immediate action to prevent further loss of life.

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