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New Business Data Release

August Business Formation Moderates as Reported Closures Increase

Canada recorded 7,328 new businesses in August 2026, down 29.4% from July following the previous month’s strong rebound. Reported business closures increased 12.8% to 41,326, highlighting continued business turnover and the importance of keeping Canadian business data current.

Mover Data Release

August Mover Activity Holds Steady Through Late Summer

Canada recorded 54,194 mover households in August 2026, up 0.6% from July as completed move activity remained steady through the late-summer moving season. Ontario continued to lead national activity and posted another month of growth, while several smaller provinces also recorded notable month-over-month increases.

Pre-Mover Data Release

August Pre-Mover Activity Moderates as Moving Season Progresses

Canada recorded 57,244 pre-mover households in August 2026, down 10.0% from July as pre-mover activity continued to normalize following the spring and early-summer moving season. Despite the national decline, activity varied considerably across provinces, with Quebec and Manitoba both recording month-over-month increases.

New Business Data Release

July Business Formation Rebounds While Closures Remain Elevated

Canada recorded 10,382 new businesses in July 2026, up 60% from June, marking the strongest month for new business formation since March (excluding April’s one-time reporting spike). Reported business closures remained elevated but were virtually unchanged month over month.

Pre-Mover Data Release

July Pre-Mover Activity Remains Strong Despite Seasonal Moderation

Canada recorded 63,614 pre-mover households in July 2026, down 3.4% from June as pre-mover activity continued to normalize following the spring peak. Despite the modest decline, volumes remained significantly higher than those recorded at the beginning of the year.

Mover Data Release

July Mover Activity Remains Strong Following June Peak

Canada recorded 53,862 mover households in July 2026, down 3.1% from June as mover activity stabilized following the seasonal surge seen at the start of the summer. While overall activity eased slightly, Ontario and Alberta continued to post month-over-month growth.

New Business Data Release

June Business Formation Shows Modest Recovery

Canada recorded 6,490 new businesses in June 2026, up from 5,753 in May, representing a modest rebound in business formation following May’s return to more typical activity levels.

Mover Data Release

June Mover Activity Increases Across Canada

Canada recorded 55,579 mover households in June 2026, up 45% from May as completed relocations increased during the summer moving season. Every province recorded month-over-month growth.

Pre-Mover Data Release

June Pre-Mover Activity Remains Elevated Following Strong Spring Season

Canada recorded 65,859 pre-mover households in June 2026, following the seasonal high reached in May. While activity moderated month-over-month, pre-mover volumes remained well above the levels seen at the beginning of the year.

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