Bank of Canada holds overnight rate at 2.25% as trade uncertainty escalates

Dated: September 11 2026

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Wednesday, September 9th, 2026

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Bank of Canada holds overnight rate at 2.25% as trade uncertainty escalates

In its sixth scheduled announcement of 2026, the Bank of Canada held the target for the overnight lending rate at 2.25%. This marks the seventh consecutive hold to interest rates since the Bank’s last cut in October 2025.

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How to make a basement feel like a real room

A finished basement adds usable square footage without adding to your home’s footprint. In a country where winters mean months spent indoors, that additional living space carries real value. But turning a basement into a room people actually want to spend time in takes more than a coat of paint and a sectional sofa. 

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Preparing your pool for closing season starts now

September is here, and with it comes that familiar end-of-summer feeling – cooler mornings, shorter evenings, and the quiet realization that pool season is winding down. Before you pull the cover out of storage, it’s worth taking the time to close your pool properly.

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