The value of Canadian building permits roses 18.5% in June

Statistics Canada
August 13, 2026
Category: Finance & Economics
Region: Canada

In June, the total value of building permits issued in Canada rebounded by $2.3 billion (+18.5%) to reach $14.9 billion, more than offsetting the monthly declines recorded in April (-$536.7 million) and May (-$383.3 million). The growth in construction intentions in June was led by the non-residential sector (+$1.8 billion), while the residential sector (+$479.7 million) made a smaller contribution. …In June, residential construction intentions rose $479.7 million (+6.3%) to $8.1 billion. The increase was primarily attributable to the multi-unit component (+$283.7 million to $5.3 billion) and was supported by the single-family component (+$196.0 million to $2.8 billion).

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