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Mortgage 11 min read2026-07-20

Fixed vs. Variable Mortgage Rates in Canada (2026): What Rate Cuts Mean for Your Renewal

Are you facing a mortgage renewal in 2026 or 2027? We break down Bank of Canada rate projections, fixed vs variable risk trade-offs, and trigger rate calculations.

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Over 2.2 million Canadian homeowners face mortgage renewals between 2025 and 2027. Deciding between a 3-year fixed, 5-year fixed, or 5-year variable rate requires analyzing rate trend cycles and stress testing your household budget.

Comparing Fixed vs. Variable in 2026

While fixed rates offer budget certainty, variable rates float directly with the Bank of Canada overnight rate. Our Loan & Mortgage Calculator lets you test exact rate scenarios to see how monthly payments and total interest change.

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