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Bank of Canada Raises Interest Rate to 2.50%: Ottawa Real Estate Update – October 2026
The Bank of Canada raised its overnight rate to 2.50% in October 2026. Discover what higher interest rates mean for Ottawa home buyers and sellers.
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What Is My Ottawa Home Worth? Fall 2026 Pricing Guide | OttawaSelect.ca
Ottawa sellers face more competition this fall. Learn how to set a list price that attracts buyers fast, avoids price cuts and protects your equity.
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Ottawa's Streetcars: The Rails That Decided Where the City Would Grow
Ottawa’s streetcars did more than carry passengers. Their routes helped shape neighbourhoods, connect new housing, and influence where the city grew next.
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The Rockcliffe Lands: Ottawa's Old Air Base Becoming Wateridge Village
Explore how Ottawa’s former Rockcliffe air base became Wateridge Village, a growing community shaped by aviation history and Algonquin heritage.