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Is Now a Good Time to Rent vs. Buy in Canada?

After years of brutal rent hikes that left many Canadians feeling priced out of their own cities, something has quietly shifted: rents are finally falling. But does that mean you should lock in a lease and wait out the housing market — or is this actually the window you've been waiting for to buy? The answer, as always, depends on your city, your finances, and your plans. Here's a clear-eyed breakdown of where things stand in 2026. What's Happening With Rents Right Now The Canadian rental market has undergone a dramatic reversal. After vacancy rates hit record lows in 2023 and rents surged by as much as 8% nationally in a single year, the tide has turned. According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), the national vacancy rate for purpose-built rental apartments rose to 3.1% in October 2025 — up from 2.2% in 2024 and a record low of just 1.5% in 2023. That 3.1% figure now sits above the 10-year historical average , marking a meaningful shift in the bal...

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Wall Street Awaits Key Nvidia Earnings and Inflation Data

 

Wall Street remained relatively quiet today as investors eagerly anticipate Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report and the latest inflation data from the government. Futures for the S&P 500 edged up slightly by less than 0.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained nearly unchanged after setting an all-time high the previous day.

The focus is on Nvidia, a key player in the artificial intelligence sector, which is expected to report significant earnings growth. Analysts predict Nvidia will announce earnings of 64 cents per share, a remarkable 156% increase from the same period last year, with revenue projected at $28.6 billion, up 110% year-over-year.

In addition to Nvidia’s results, investors are closely watching the latest inflation data, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s future monetary policy decisions. The combination of corporate earnings and economic indicators is likely to set the tone for the markets in the coming days.

Stay tuned for updates as these critical reports are released.


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