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Publication Date: August 11, 2026 - 18:14

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HST removal prompts surge in new home sales in Ontario in 2nd quarter: industry groups

August 11, 2026

New home sales in Ontario surged during the second quarter of this year thanks to the removal of the harmonized sales tax, according to new data released by two industry groups.



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