Calculate your monthly mortgage payment, total interest paid, CMHC insurance, and stress test qualification โ all in one place. Updated for 2026 Canadian rates.
Mortgage Payment Calculator
๐ Calculate Your Canadian Mortgage
$3,292
Monthly mortgage payment
Mortgage amount (after down payment)$480,000
Down payment %20.0%
CMHC insurance premium$0 (20%+ down)
Total interest paid over amortization$507,600
Total cost of mortgage (principal + interest)$987,600
Stress test qualifying rate6.69% (rate + 2%)
โ ๏ธ Canadian Mortgage Stress Test
To qualify for a Canadian mortgage, you must pass the stress test โ you must be able to afford payments at the higher of 5.25% OR your actual rate + 2%. At today's 4.69% rate, you must qualify at 6.69%. This ensures you can still afford your mortgage if rates rise. The stress test applies to all insured and uninsured mortgages in Canada.
Current Canadian Mortgage Rates (March 2026)
Mortgage Type
Rate
Payment on $500K / 25yr
5-year fixed
4.69%
$2,844/mo
5-year variable
4.25%
$2,721/mo
3-year fixed
4.54%
$2,800/mo
2-year fixed
4.84%
$2,880/mo
10-year fixed
5.29%
$3,022/mo
Rates updated March 2026. Always get quotes from 2โ3 lenders or use a mortgage broker to find the best available rate for your situation.
CMHC Insurance Premium Table
Down Payment %
CMHC Premium
On $500,000 home
5% ($25,000)
4.00% of loan
$19,000
10% ($50,000)
3.10% of loan
$13,950
15% ($75,000)
2.80% of loan
$11,900
20%+ ($100,000+)
$0 (no CMHC)
$0
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum down payment in Canada?
Minimum down payment in Canada: 5% on homes up to $500,000. 5% on first $500K + 10% on the remainder for homes $500Kโ$999,999. 20% on homes $1,000,000+. Homes over $1M are not eligible for CMHC-insured (high-ratio) mortgages โ you must put 20% down. CMHC insurance is mandatory when your down payment is under 20%.
What is the stress test for Canadian mortgages?
The Canadian mortgage stress test requires you to qualify at the higher of 5.25% OR your contract rate + 2%. If you're getting a 4.69% rate, you must qualify at 6.69%. This tests your ability to handle a rate increase. The stress test applies at all federally regulated lenders (banks, credit unions following OSFI guidelines). Some provincial credit unions are exempt.
How long does it take to get a mortgage in Canada?
Mortgage pre-approval: 1โ3 days. Full mortgage approval after accepted offer: 3โ7 days (depends on appraisal). Closing: typically 30โ90 days after accepted offer. Get pre-approved before house hunting โ pre-approval locks your rate for 90โ120 days and shows sellers you're serious. Use a mortgage broker to compare multiple lenders simultaneously.
Disclaimer: Calculator estimates only. Actual mortgage terms depend on lender approval. Not financial advice. Bremo earns referral commissions on KOHO signups. Rates as of March 2026.