CMHC: Housing Starts Remain Steady Despite August Dip

I’m always watching the housing numbers, because even the smallest shifts can matter when you’re planning your next move. In August, Canada’s annual housing starts inched down to 229,046 units from July’s 229,360. Urban starts took a dip, while rural starts reached 11,224. The six-month average slipped by 1.3%. Interestingly, Quebec and Alberta saw gains, but those were balanced out by declines in Ontario.

For families here in Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley, these details shape the landscape as you look for a place to put down roots. My focus has always been on helping you navigate changes like these with clarity and confidence—because finding the right home isn’t just about numbers, it’s about your next chapter.