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Bank of Canada interest rate in 2015

In 2015, the Bank of Canada's target for the overnight rate was around 0.50% — lower than today's 2.25%. See the full path on the rate history chart and the year-by-year overview.

Quick answer

In 2015 the Bank of Canada's target overnight rate was about 0.50%. That was lower than today's 2.25%, reflecting the inflation and growth conditions of that year. Variable mortgage rates moved with this policy rate.

0.50%
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Overnight rate · 2015 (approx)
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The rate in 2015 in context

The 0.50% target in 2015 reflected the inflation and growth conditions of that period. Compared with today's 2.25%, borrowing costs then were lower than what Canadians pay now. Fixed mortgage rates that year tracked Government of Canada bond yields, while variable rates moved with this policy rate.

This is an approximate, illustrative figure for context — verify exact historical rates and change dates with the Bank of Canada's published data.

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Frequently asked questions

What was the Bank of Canada interest rate in 2015?

Approximately 0.50% (verify exact dates with the Bank of Canada).

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