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Is It Still Worth Buying a Rental Property in Ontario in 2026?

  Published: April 2026 | Reading time: 12 min | Category: Real Estate, Investing, Personal Finance A few years ago the answer seemed obvious. Ontario real estate only went up, rents kept climbing, and landlords looked like geniuses. Then interest rates spiked, prices corrected, rent growth slowed in some markets, and suddenly the question got a lot more complicated. So is buying a rental property in Ontario still a good investment in 2026? The honest answer is: it depends entirely on the numbers, the market, and your personal financial situation. This article gives you the full picture — the real math, the real risks, and a clear framework for deciding whether it makes sense for you. The Case For Rental Property in Ontario in 2026 Before diving into the challenges, here is why real estate remains compelling for long-term investors. Ontario's population is still growing fast Ontario added over 500,000 people in 2023 alone — one of the fastest population growth rates in ...

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Trump Delays Tariffs on Canada and Other Countries


In a surprising move, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has decided not to impose his promised tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China immediately upon taking office. According to multiple reports, Trump will instead direct federal agencies to investigate and address persistent trade deficits and unfair trade practices by other nations.

Trump had previously pledged tariffs of 25% on Canadian goods, 10% on global imports, and 60% on Chinese goods. However, his administration has opted for a more cautious approach, giving Canada and other countries a temporary reprieve. The decision comes as a relief to Canadian officials, who had been preparing for potential retaliatory tariffs.

The memo, which will be issued on Trump's first day in office, will single out China, Canada, and Mexico for scrutiny but will not announce new tariffs. Instead, it will direct agencies to assess trade relationships and compliance with existing agreements, such as the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

Canadian Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc has stated that Canada is prepared to impose retaliatory tariffs if the U.S. moves ahead with trade actions in the future. For now, the delay provides a moment of relief for Canadian businesses and officials as they brace for potential future trade challenges.

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