Update: “Effective as of January 1, 2023, the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act (the “Act”) prevents non-Canadians from buying residential property in Canada for 2 years.”
Key Highlights
- The Act defines residential property as buildings with 3 dwelling units or less. This includes semi-detached houses and condominium units. The Act doesn’t prohibit the purchase of larger buildings with 4 or more dwelling units.
- Non-Canadians can purchase residential properties located outside of Census Metropolitan Areas (CMA) and Census Agglomerations (CA).
- Certain exceptions apply allowing Non-Canadians to purchase a residential property in defined circumstances.
- If a non-Canadian, or anyone who knowingly assists a non-Canadian, is convicted of violating the prohibition, they will have to pay a fine of up to $10,000. Additionally, a court can order the sale of the residential property.
As of March 27, 2023, the following amendments were made by the Government of Canada:
– Enable more work permit holders to purchase a home to live in while working in Canada.
– Repealing existing provision so the prohibition doesn’t apply to vacant land.
– Exception for development purposes.
– Increasing the corporation foreign control threshold from 3% to 10%.
To read the full report of the amendment please visit the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation.
Non Resident Mortgages are available for non-resident applicants under the following categories:
Temporary Residents
1) Non-permanent residents of Canada.
2) Temporary residents to Canada, such as foreign workers with valid work visas.
U.S. Residents
1) U.S. Residents can obtain uninsured mortgage financing for a second home or vacation property.
2) A good down payment is preferred from own resources, and an ability to repay loan amount.
3) Standard U.S. withholding tax policies apply.
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