Vaughan Drops Development Charges to Zero (2026)
Vaughan development charges dropped to zero on April 28, 2026, making Vaughan the first major GTA city to do it. The temporary policy runs through October 31, 2027. New home buyers could save up to $50,193 per low-rise build, and the saving stacks with the federal GST and Ontario HST rebates.
Canada’s New GST Rebate (2026): First-Time Buyers Can Save $50K
Canada’s 2026 GST rebate could save first-time buyers up to $50,000 on new homes. Here’s who qualifies, how it works, and what to watch before you buy.