Current Mortgage Rates in Canada (Updated Daily)
This week's mortgage rates | March 9 - 15, 2026
Posted rate | Discounted rate | |
|---|---|---|
6.11% | 4.51% (insured) 4.66% (uninsured) | |
6.49% | 4.21% (insured) 4.56% (uninsured) | |
6.09% | 4.43% (insured) 4.58% (uninsured) | |
6.12% | 4.32% (insured) 4.62% (uninsured) | |
6.09% | -- | |
6.09% | 4.611% (insured) 4.611% (uninsured) |
This table shows current, 5-year fixed interest rates at the six major chartered banks in Canada.
💡DYK? Posted rates are publicly advertised, non-discounted rates. If you get a mortgage from a big bank, your rate offer will be personalized and probably closer to the discounted rates you see here.
✨ Our Nerdy take on current mortgage rate trends
The war in Iran is already having an impact on the Canadian mortgage market.
Two weeks of cascading hostilities in the Middle East have sent government bond yields soaring, as investors respond to skyrocketing oil prices, clogged shipping lanes and the potential for higher inflation. This matters because Canadian lenders use three- and five-year government bond yields to price their fixed mortgage rates.
Five-year government bond yields are higher than they've been since last July. The real drama is visible in three-year bond yields, which are higher than they've been since January 2025.
We've already seen some banks and national mortgage brokerages increase their two-, three- and five-year fixed mortgage rates. Now that the price of oil has shot up again, bond yields could climb even higher and drag fixed mortgage rates with them.
Variable mortgage rates remain stable, and will cruise along at their current levels until the Bank of Canada decides to cut its overnight rate.
That's not expected to happen any time soon, though. The Bank's next interest rate announcement is scheduled for March 18, but a rate hold remains the likeliest scenario.
Generally speaking, mortgage rates remain close to historical norms. As of March 13, 2026:
The lowest variable mortgage rates in Canada are around 3.4%.
The lowest fixed mortgage rates are still below 3.6%, but those are getting harder to find.
Keep in mind that these rates are available at certain brokers and online lenders. Bank mortgage rates are significantly higher.
2026 Mortgage rate forecast
Variable rates
Variable mortgage rates aren’t expected to experience much change in 2026.
In December, the Bank of Canada said its overnight rate is at “about the right level” to fight inflation and support the economy, which should rule out any imminent rate cuts or increases.
So long as the Bank maintains its overnight rate, variable mortgage rates won’t budge. But if the Canadian economy falters, the Bank may be compelled to deliver a rate cut at some point.
Fixed rates
As of February 2026, it’s possible that fixed mortgage rates will decrease in the short-term in response to steadily declining bond yields.
Long-term fixed-rate projections, however, are difficult to make with any accuracy. Bond yields, which lenders use to price their fixed rates, are determined by factors that are hard to predict, like the state of the economy and the expectations of individual investors.
Some institutions do their best, though. The British Columbia Real Estate Association, for example, expects fixed rates to remain at their current levels for most of 2026.
Read more about the Bank of Canada's latest rate announcement.
The BoC makes policy interest rate announcements eight times a year. Find out how its latest decision might impact Canada's housing market.
Which Big Six bank has the best current mortgage rates?
Canada’s biggest banks tend to offer similar mortgage rates, and they don’t always work with mortgage brokers.
Click on a bank’s name to see a full list of its current mortgage rates, including posted and discounted mortgage rates.
How does prime rate affect current mortgage rates?
Bank | Current prime rate |
|---|---|
BMO | 4.45% |
CIBC | 4.45% |
National Bank | 4.45% |
Scotiabank | 4.45% |
RBC | 4.45% |
TD | 4.45% |
A lender’s prime rate is typically used to set its current variable mortgage rates. That’s why you’ll often see banks’ variable mortgage rates described as “prime minus X%” when you visit their rates pages.
The prime rate at all Big Six banks is currently identical. That’s because each bank bases its prime rate on the Bank of Canada’s overnight lending rate. When the overnight rate rises or falls, so does prime.
It’s worth noting, however, that TD is unique among Canadian banks in that they have their own prime mortgage rate, which is currently 5.1%.
Is now a good time to get a mortgage?
You’re ready to get a mortgage if:
You’ve built up your down payment savings.
Your credit score is in a good spot.
You know what you’re looking for in a home.
The next step is to talk to a mortgage professional. Already found a rate you like? You’re definitely ready to start a conversation.
What to expect when you talk to a mortgage professional
Getting quotes from lenders should be a straightforward, low pressure process. Getting a quote doesn’t commit you to a rate, a mortgage lender or a mortgage broker. At this point in the process, it just involves a conversation.
If you haven’t done this before, here’s what you can expect the first time you and a mortgage professional talk:
Providing information about your current living and employment situations.
Talking about the type of home you’re looking for and where you’d like to buy.
Clarifying whether you’re applying for the mortgage alone or with a co-borrower.
The initial conversation is usually a fact-finding call for the mortgage provider. It's also a chance for you to ask questions about the application process and what it will be like to work with them. Your initial conversation with a mortgage provider might also include pre-qualification, a non-binding, rough estimate of what you might be able to borrow.
You won't be offered a mortgage rate at this point. No reputable lender or broker will offer you a rate until you go through the full pre-approval process, and you won’t start that until you’re ready.
5 ways to get the best mortgage rate
Improve your credit score 📈 Borrowers with a credit score of 680 or higher tend to get the best mortgage rates. Lower credit scores may mean working with an alternative lender that offers higher rates.
Tackle your debt 🏦 Paying off debt improves your credit score and increases cash flow. Debt payments, including your mortgage, should total less than 44% of your household income.
Boost your down payment 💰 Making a larger down payment and borrowing less reduces a lender's risk. They may reward you with a lower interest rate.
Compare multiple offers ⚖️ Don't limit yourself to one option when looking for a mortgage; get offers from a few lenders. A few minutes of your time could result in thousands in savings.
Negotiate 💪 Always ask lenders if they can improve on their rate offers. If this makes you feel uncomfortable, use a mortgage broker, who will negotiate for you.
Frequently asked questions
When will mortgage rates be lower?
When will mortgage rates be lower?
Fixed mortgage rates aren’t expected to decrease significantly in the first quarter of 2026, though the tariff war with the United States makes fixed rates hard to predict. Fixed rates edged down at a few lenders and brokerages in February.
Variable mortgage rates could be stuck at their current levels for much of the year, too. The Bank of Canada has indicated that it may be done cutting interest rates for the time being, and without cuts to the Bank's overnight rate, there will be no downward pressure on variable rates.
Broker vs. bank: Who offers the best current mortgage rates?
Broker vs. bank: Who offers the best current mortgage rates?
When getting a mortgage, you can go directly to a lender, like a bank, or work with a mortgage broker.
Generally speaking, a mortgage broker should offer you a wider array of options. Unlike a bank’s mortgage advisors, brokers aren’t tied to a single financial institution. They can field offers from multiple lender partners, which might include B lenders and private lenders, in addition to some Big Six banks.
Part of a mortgage broker’s job is to negotiate a better rate for you. They only earn a commission when a mortgage is finalized, so it’s in their best interest to negotiate a mortgage yo
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