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Summer in Canada is well underway. We’ve entered August, which is historically our hottest month of the year. Along with the heat, questions arise surrounding the best ways to cool our homes. We’ve explored the benefits of heat pumps versus air conditioners, and it generally comes down to the size of your space and your budget.