Tag: Canada housing policy 2026
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Canada Announces $2B Plan to Tackle Housing Shortage

The federal government has announced a new set of housing measures aimed at tackling Canada’s ongoing affordability crisis and increasing housing supply. The latest policy updates focus on making it easier to build multi-unit housing while addressing key bottlenecks in the construction sector. New Focus on Multi-Unit Housing The government is introducing measures to support…
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Canada’s $50,000 GST Rebate for First-Time Home Buyers Is Now Law

Canada’s new $50,000 GST rebate for first-time home buyers is officially law after Bill C-4 received Royal Assent on March 12, 2026. The legislation eliminates the 5% federal GST on qualifying newly built homes, offering significant tax relief for eligible buyers purchasing new construction properties. For some buyers, the change could mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings…