By Canadian Press

Liberals vow to cut GST for first-time homebuyers purchasing homes for $1M or less

Mar 20, 2025 | 2:34 PM

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says his government will scrap the GST for first-time homebuyers who purchase a home with a sale price at or below $1 million.

Carney promised the measure during his leadership campaign and it also matches a similar promise made by Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre last fall.

Carney made the announcement in Edmonton just three days before he is widely expected to call a federal election.

Carney says the commitment will save Canadians up to $50,000 on the cost of a home.

He says it also will increase the supply of homes by spurring on new construction.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 20, 2025.

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