Construction Stuck at 250K Starts: Here’s Why

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Canada’s construction sector is stuck at 250,000 yearly starts, far below needs.

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Experts say housing starts must double fast to restore pre-pandemic affordability levels.

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With 70% micro-firms of 1–4 employees, construction lacks scale and modernization.

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Scaling firms unlocks new materials, faster building, and AI-driven productivity gains.

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CMHC says scaling construction lowers costs, reduces public funding, and accelerates housing supply.