Toronto, Vancouver show biggest signs of mortgage stress: CMHC
Some borrowers are extending their amortization periods to lower their monthly payments
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 5, 2026 February 5, 2026
- 13:57
Some borrowers are extending their amortization periods to lower their monthly payments
Plan sponsor OPSEU calls for an investigation into vice-chair Kareen Stangherlin
The central bank is forecasting weak growth in the economy over the next two years due to AI, U.S. protectionism
Net monthly ETF inflows reach $22B in January: report
Employers have added just 28,000 jobs a month since March
The extra defence spending will cost the country an extra $33.5 billion a year: PBO
The central bank last cut its key rate in December
The bank's benchmark deposit rate has stood at 2% since June
12.1 million recipients to benefit: PBO
Claims involve alleged misrepresentations by cannabis firm, underwriters
Meanwhile, gold and silver prices rose after paring bigger, early gains
Plus, an update on a tax credit previously proposed by FP Canada
Move comes after concerns about CEO Derek Dobson sparked three executive resignations
Economists had expected a 0.4% increase
Chip, software companies up as 'bargain hunters' step in
Rents are still 12.9% higher than levels seen before the Covid pandemic
Unique provision aims to balance interests, provide greater certainty
Agency seeks feedback on new due diligence standards, enforcement
Regulators flag retail investor issues, market structure, resilience for 2026
Aging client base, different registered accounts are changing how advisors see RRSP season
187 mutual funds, 117 ETFs and 114 seg funds were recognized
GoSmart targets newer investors, excludes mutual funds, GICs, bonds, options
Plus, moves at Our Family Office, Harvest ETFs, Manulife Wealth, Canada Life and more
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
Plus, National Bank changes diversified equity fund
Plus, other firms launch new products, tweak their fund lineups
Canadian ETF sales exceeded $100 billion for the first time in 2025