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CMHC Just Cut Its Housing Forecast — What It Means If You're Buying, Selling, or Renewing

  Published July 28, 2026 Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation quietly downgraded its outlook for the rest of 2026 last week, and the new numbers are worth a look no matter which side of the housing market you're standing on. The federal housing agency's Summer 2026 update now calls for slower growth, softer home prices, fewer new builds and continued easing in rental markets right through the end of the year — with a split that leaves Ontario and B.C. looking a lot different from the Prairies and Quebec. Here's what's actually in the update, and what it means for your specific situation. What CMHC changed The agency's baseline call for 2026 is a Canadian economy growing at just 0.7%, with high borrowing costs, weak population growth and cautious buyers keeping a lid on demand even as affordability has technically improved. The practical result, nationally: Housing starts are expected to fall to about 241,400 units this year, down from 259,028 in 2025 Resale acti...

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Israel Investigates Possible Death of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar

 

The Israeli military is currently investigating whether Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, was killed during recent operations in Gaza. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that three militants were eliminated, but their identities have yet to be confirmed.

Sinwar, considered a key figure in Hamas, has been a significant target for Israeli forces. The IDF’s statement indicated that the possibility of Sinwar being among the deceased is being thoroughly checked, although no definitive identification has been made at this stage.

This development comes amid ongoing tensions and conflict in the region, with both sides experiencing significant casualties. The potential death of Sinwar could have substantial implications for the dynamics of the conflict and the leadership structure within Hamas.

The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as the IDF continues its verification process.


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