OREB Responds to Federal GST Rebate for First-Time Home Buyers
March 20, 2026
Ottawa, ON – The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) acknowledges that Bill C-4, the Making Life More Affordable for Canadians Act, has received Royal Assent, bringing into law key affordability measures, including a GST rebate for first-time home buyers.
The measure removes GST on new homes up to $1 million for first-time buyers and reduces it on homes between $1 million and $1.5 million. This is a targeted step to support market entry, but emphasizes that broader action is required to address ongoing affordability challenges.
OREB continues to advocate for co-ordinated action across all levels of government, including advancing a provincial HST rebate and expanding tax relief on newly built homes to support housing supply and improve affordability, alongside measures to streamline development approvals.
Media contact
Melanie Coulson
Director of Strategic Communications & Engagement
613-225-2240 ext. 247| melanie@oreb.ca
