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2026.09.1612:15:00UTC+00Canada Housing Starts Edge Lower in August, Hold Near 229,000 Units

Canada’s homebuilding activity dipped slightly in August 2026, with housing starts easing to 229.0K units, down from 229.4K in July 2026. The latest data, updated on 16 September 2026, point to a largely stable construction pace despite the marginal decline.

The nearly unchanged figures suggest that residential construction remains resilient, with builders maintaining output at levels close to the previous month. While the modest pullback may hint at cautiousness among developers, the overall stability in starts indicates that underlying demand and ongoing projects continue to support Canada’s housing market activity in late summer 2026.

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