The GTA housing market is facing new headwinds as Q1 2026 data shows mortgage originations hitting a two-year low. According to new figures from Statistics Canada, Canadian households are feeling the squeeze, with the debt-to-disposable income ratio climbing to 179.6%. Most notably for Toronto investors, the condominium sector is showing signs of stress, with new condo prices in the city falling 5.9% year-over-year. While detached home values have kept the broader market afloat, the divergence in the condo segment suggests a cooling trend for high-rise urban real estate. With the national savings rate hitting a two-year low of 3.5%, buyers and investors are clearly navigating a tighter financial landscape. For a deeper dive into these national trends and what they mean for your next property move, read the full report at [MPA Magazine](https://www.mpamag.com/ca/news/general/canadian-mortgage-originations-hit-two-year-low-as-debt-burden-widens/578890).
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