Staying put before the election. Bank of Canada holds the rate steady. Your variable rate mortgage remains unchanged. Economic outlook is weak. Comment made about justifying current mortgage rules. Next announcement is Oct 30, days after the federal election.

“Given this composition of growth, the Bank expects economic activity to slow in the second half of the year.”

“Housing activity has regained strength more quickly than expected as resales and housing starts catch up to underlying demand, supported by lower mortgage rates. This could add to already-high household debt levels, although mortgage underwriting rules should help to contain the buildup of vulnerabilities. “