Mortgage debt is growing at its slowest pace in 23 years — but that could be short-lived, says CMHC

Mortgage debt grew at its slowest pace in 23 years in February, amid high borrowing costs and reservations related to the Bank of Canada's key interest rate — but the slowdown likely won't last, according to Canada's housing agency.

Mortgage debt is growing at its slowest pace in 23 years — but that could be short-lived, says CMHC
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Mortgage debt grew at its slowest pace in 23 years in February, amid high borrowing costs and reservations related to the Bank of Canada's key interest rate — but the slowdown likely won't last, according to Canada's housing agency.