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New Business Data Release

March Business Activity Rebounds, But Closures Remain Elevated

Canada recorded 11,296 new businesses in March 2026 (up 89% from February), while 40,388 businesses closed, highlighting a rebound in activity but continued net contraction in the market.

Mover Data Release

March Mover Activity Rebounds as Housing Transactions Accelerate

Canada recorded 38,419 mover households in March 2026, up 47% from February, as housing transactions convert into relocations and the spring moving season gains momentum.

Pre-Mover Data Release

March Pre-Mover Activity Shows Strong Spring Rebound Across Canada

Canada recorded 61,450 pre-mover households in March 2026, up 36% from February, signaling the start of the spring moving season and a sharp increase in in-market consumers.

New Business Data Release

February 2026 New Business Factoid: Formation Stabilizes While Closures Surge

Canada recorded 5,986 new businesses in February 2026, up 10% from January — but closures surged to 73,421, resulting in a significant net contraction and highlighting continued volatility in the SME landscape.

Mover Data Release

February 2026 Mover Factoid: Seasonal Slowdown Deepens Before Spring Reset

Canada recorded 26,204 mover households in February 2026, a 45% decline from January — reflecting the typical late-winter trough before spring move activity resumes.

Pre-Mover Data Release

February 2026 Pre-Mover Factoid: Momentum Builds as Spring Planning Accelerates

Canada recorded 45,173 pre-mover households in February 2026, a 25% increase over January — signaling accelerating move planning as the spring season approaches.

New Business Data Release

January 2026 New Business Factoid: Year-End Spike Gives Way to a Slow Start

Canada recorded 5,450 new businesses and 8,754 closures in January, resulting in net contraction after December’s year-end spike. See what this slowdown means for teams targeting new businesses early.

Mover Data Release

January 2026 Mover Factoid: Moving Activity Eases After Year-End Surge

Canada recorded 47,473 movers in January, as completed moves eased after December’s year-end surge. See what this seasonal slowdown means for brands targeting high-intent households.

Pre-Mover Data Release

January 2026 Pre-Mover Factoid: Planning Activity Rebounds After Holiday Lull

Canada recorded 36,137 pre-movers in January as planning activity rebounded after the holidays. See why early-year pre-movers matter for Q1 marketing.

New Business Data Release

December 2025 New Business Factoid: Strong Year-End Formations, but Net Growth Remains Elusive

Canada recorded 28,988 new businesses and 26,618 closures in December, producing only modest net growth. What does this mean for brands targeting new businesses?

Mover Data Release

December 2025 Mover Factoid: Year-End Stability Masks a Softer Moving Market

Canada recorded 50,632 movers in December, holding steady month-over-month despite a slower housing market. See what this year-end stability means for brands targeting high-intent households.

Pre-Mover Data Release

December 2025 Pre-Mover Factoid: Planning Activity Drops Sharply Heading into Year-End

Canada recorded 29,380 pre-movers in December as planning activity slowed nationwide. See why early-stage movers remain a high-value audience heading into Q1.

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