Tag: Canadian household debt
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Canadian Household Debt Is Becoming Even More Concentrated in Mortgages

Canadian household debt continues to climb, but new data suggests the bigger issue may be where that debt is concentrated. According to Statistics Canada data highlighted by Better Dwelling, Canadian household debt reached $3.24 trillion in March 2026, with mortgage debt making up nearly three-quarters of the total. Household Debt Hit $3.24 Trillion Canadian households…
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85% of Canadians Now Living Paycheque to Paycheque, Says H&R Block Survey

Rising costs of living put increasing pressure on household finances across Canada A new survey from H&R Block Canada reveals a sobering financial reality for many Canadians: 85% of respondents say they are living paycheque to paycheque in 2025, a steep increase from 60% reported in a similar study conducted in 2024. The findings underscore…