At a Glance
Program start
March 12, 2026
Program ends
December 31, 2030
Homes under $1M
0% GST (was 5%)
$1M – $1.5M
Partial rebate
Over $1.5M
No change
Explained Simply
The GST rebate, in plain English.
When you buy a brand-new home in Canada, the federal government has always charged 5% GST on top of the purchase price. On a $900,000 home, that’s $45,000 — money that used to disappear before you ever unlocked the door.
That changed on March 12, 2026. Under a new federal initiative, eligible buyers of new homes priced under $1 million now pay zero GST. Homes between $1 million and $1.5 million receive a partial rebate. The program runs through the end of 2030.
No applications. No waiting. No complexity. Just a meaningfully lower price on your new home.
What Changed
Under $1,000,000
Full GST eliminated
5% to 0%
$1M – $1.5M
Significant partial saving
5% to Partial
Over $1,500,000
No change
5% to 5%
your savings
Numbers on paper are one thing. Let’s put this in terms you can feel.
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Stack your savings
GST Rebate + FHSA + RRSP Home Buyers’ Plan
Do You Qualify?
Let’s make sure you’re eligible.
The criteria are straightforward — and most first-time buyers in Alberta will find they qualify without issue. Take 30 seconds to check.
The six requirements
Age
You must be at least 18 years old.
Residency
You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Prior Ownership
You must not have owned a home anywhere in the world in the last 4 years.
Primary Residence
The home must be your principal residence — not a rental or investment.
Agreement Window
Your agreement must be signed between March 12, 2026 and December 31, 2030.
One-Time Use
The rebate can only be claimed once in your lifetime.
How The Rebate Reaches You
Two ways to claim it. You pick what works for you.
For eligible NuVista buyers, the GST rebate can be handled two different ways. Both land you the same savings — but the timing and the mechanics differ. A lot of buyers don’t realize they have a choice.
NuVista and your lawyer coordinate the rebate at closing. The saving is reflected directly in your purchase price — you pay less from day one, and you don't file anything yourself.
You pay the 5% GST at closing as normal, then file the rebate forms yourself after possession. When the CRA processes the claim, the rebate lands in your bank account as a lump sum.
Why NuVista
The rebate applies to any qualifying new home. The builder you choose is what shapes the next 30 years.
30
Years Building
2,400+
Homes Delivered
18+
BILD Awards
100+
Eligible Homes
01
The Qualico difference
NuVista is part of the Qualico Group — one of Canada’s most respected developers. Deep trades networks, financial stability, and experience that spans multiple provinces sit behind every home we build.
02
Award-winning by design
Our design team balances beautiful aesthetics with practical livability. Open layouts, storage that actually gets used, finishes chosen for longevity. Every home meets or exceeds Alberta energy efficiency standards.
03
10-year warranty & after-sale
Alberta’s mandated New Home Warranty covers workmanship, materials, building envelope, and major structural components. Our after-sale team is a real
person who knows your home — not a generic support line.
FAQs
Your questions, answered honestly.
Can’t find it here? Your NuVista advisor will work through your specific situation in a no-pressure conversation.
Ready To Save?
Let’s find your home.
The GST rebate on new homes is the biggest incentive in years. A NuVista advisor will help you: