Exciting news for all homebuyers of new construction homes!
The provincial and federal governments have announced a temporary expansion of the HST rebate for new homes. This rebate will be available to all buyers for one year.
What this means for our homeownership program:
- All homes in Garafraxa Village will receive full HST removal, as they are priced under $1 million. *
- “Maybe One Day”, can turn into move-in day with our affordable homeownership program.
Benefits of our program:
- No bidding wars
- A down payment catered to you
- Affordable mortgage payments capped at 30% of household income
- Homes available for move-in starting in 2026
2026 Housing Opportunities:
Garafraxa Village (Fergus)
- New build (HST exempt)
- 3- and 4-bedroom stacked townhomes
- Spring 2026 move in
- Accessible unit options available
Cityview Village (Guelph)
- 1-bedroom accessible stacked townhome with single-floor living
- 2-bedroom stacked townhome with 2nd floor living
Apply by April 30th, 2026, to be considered for these limited 2026 housing opportunities.
For more information and to apply visit:
https://habitatgw.ca/homeownership-opportunities/
* Expanded relief to be available from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027 (subject to federal legislative enactment). First-time home buyers may qualify retroactively with eligibility dating back to March 20, 2025.