Ontario, New Brunswick, and Saskatchewan lead investment in single-family home construction, August 2025
AI Article Summary
In August 2025, the total value of investment in building construction in Canada slightly increased by 0.1% to $22.8 billion, led by a rise in residential investment by $10.5 million. Non-residential investment also saw growth, mainly in the commercial and institutional sectors despite a decline in the industrial component. Significant growth in single-family home construction was observed, particularly in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Saskatchewan, while investments in multi-unit construction decreased. The overall annual growth of investment in building construction was 8.7%.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
For Canadian builders, this means there is a growing opportunity in the single-family home sector, particularly in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Saskatchewan, which may lead to increased demand for labor and materials. The decline in multi-unit construction could result in redirected resources or adjustments in project timelines. Contractors should also anticipate changes in funding allocation and permitting processes due to the shifting investment landscape.
