10/14/2026
Canadian Home Sales Slide 6.9% Yearly
We’ve seen Canadian home sales dip by about 7% year-over-year and 1% month-over-month in Mid-Q3, reflecting the impact of economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates on buyers and sellers alike. The national price index held steady month-over-month but is down roughly 3% compared to last year. Interestingly, newly listed properties made a modest comeback with a 3% increase after three months of decline. The sales-to-new listings ratio also slipped to 49%, compared to 51% in Early-Q3, and remains below the long-term average of 55%. With inflation risks rising and concerns about economic growth, fixed mortgage rates have moved up as bond yields increase. At the same time, markets were anticipating a 60% chance of a rate hike in Early-Q4, and projecting more than a percentage point of tightening by 2027. As someone who works with clients navigating these changes every day, I keep a close watch on these shifts to help buyers and sellers make informed decisions in a dynamic market.