Mortgage Renewals in 2026: How Canadian Homeowners Can Avoid Payment Shock
Mortgage Renewals in 2026: How Canadian Homeowners Can Avoid Payment Shock offers timely guidance for Canadians facing a surge in mortgage renewals after historically low interest rates in 2020–2021. As many homeowners see rates reset significantly higher, this shift can cause payment shock — meaning substantially larger monthly mortgage costs if you wait until the last minute. This article explains what payment shock is, why it’s happening in 2026, and practical steps you can take months ahead of renewal to protect your finances.