National figure — set Canada-wide, so it applies in Vancouver too.
The typical interest rate on a 5-year fixed mortgage. This is the rate most Canadian home buyers lock in. A lower rate means lower monthly payments and more buying power.
Recent trend
Last 24 months
What this means for Vancouver right now
As of July 2026, Vancouver's strongest market signal is Hold at 68% — Buy 49%, Hold 68%, Sell 47%.
Market conditions currently favour holding — inventory is balanced and supply and demand are in balance.
What this means for you
If you're buying
A lower rate means lower monthly payments and more home for the same budget. A higher rate shrinks what you can comfortably afford.
If you're selling
Cheaper financing widens your pool of qualified buyers; pricier financing narrows it.
Vancouver market context
Canada's most expensive market, shaped by tight supply and high entry costs.
Rental Vacancy · Vancouver CMA (CMHC, annual)
3.7%
Unemployment Rate · British Columbia (Statistics Canada)
7.3%
Common questions
Is now a good time to buy in Vancouver?
As of July 2026, Vancouver's strongest market signal is Hold (68%). Market conditions currently favour holding — inventory is balanced and supply and demand are in balance. Not financial advice.
Why is the 5-year fixed so common in Canada?
It balances payment certainty with a manageable term — your rate is locked for five years, after which you renew.
What drives the 5-year fixed rate?
It tracks 5-year Government of Canada bond yields more closely than the Bank of Canada overnight rate.
Wondering if it's a good time to buy in Vancouver?