Housing Finances in Canada

Mortgages (7)

First-Time Home Buyers Tax Credit (HBTC)

In 2009 the Canadian federal government introduced a tax credit to help first-time home buyers.

Home Renovation Tax Credit

The temporary Home Renovation Income Tax Credit was introduced to stimulate spending on Canadian home renovations in 2009.

Rules for Government-Guaranteed Mortgages Change

The Canadian federal government is tightening the rules for government-guaranteed mortgages effective October 15, 2008.

Financing a New Home

An introduction to the basic personal finance information you'll need to know to buy a new house in Canada. From the Canadian Home Builders Association.

Home Buyers Plan

This Canada Revenue Agency plan lets first-time home buyers in Canada use RRSP savings to buy a house.

CMHC Mortgage Loan Insurance

With this Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) program, Canadians can buy a home with a downpayment as low as 5 percent.

Home Buying Step by Step

A consumer guide and workbook to walk you through the process of buying a house in Canada. From Canada Mortgage and Housing.