OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada is releasing data today that provides a closer look at just how much stricter mortgage rules and higher interest rates have helped slow the growth of new highly indebted households.

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index edged lower amid losses in the key materials sector and the health-care sector, which includes many of the country's big marijuana companies. The S&P/TSX composite index was down 15.32 points at 15,116.46.