Ottawa–Gatineau | 2026
Renovation Grants & HST Rebates in Ottawa–Gatineau
Planning a home renovation? Discover government incentives, renovation grants and potential HST rebates that could help reduce your project costs.
Explore Available Programs
Select a program to learn more and check your potential eligibility.
Ontario Enhanced New Housing Rebate (ENHR)
The Ontario Enhanced New Housing Rebate may help eligible homeowners recover the provincial portion of HST paid on a newly built or substantially renovated home.
Who may qualify?
- Eligible owner-built new homes
- Major renovations meeting CRA's substantial renovation rules
- Eligible new or substantially renovated homes purchased from builders
- Homes intended as a primary residence
- Projects meeting the applicable 2026–2027 dates and value limits
Important to know
A substantial renovation generally requires
at least 90% of the relevant existing interior
to be removed or replaced, excluding certain
structural components. Ordinary kitchen,
bathroom or basement updates do not
automatically qualify.
Eligible applicants may also qualify for the
separate Ontario New Home Affordability
Payment covering some federal HST.
Home Renovation Savings Program
Ontario homeowners may receive rebates for eligible improvements that make their homes more energy efficient, comfortable and affordable to operate.
What improvements are covered?
- Eligible windows and doors — $100 per opening
- Insulation improvements — up to $7,700 across eligible measures
- Air sealing improvements
- Qualified heat pumps and water heaters
- Other eligible energy-saving equipment
Important to know
For the assessment-based pathway,
homeowners must complete an initial
home energy assessment before work begins
and generally complete at least two
qualifying improvements.
Other upgrades may be available through
separate pathways without an assessment.
Amounts and eligibility vary by measure.
Gatineau Residential Renovation Grant
The City of Gatineau offers financial assistance for certain residential rehabilitation and renovation projects in designated areas of the municipality.
Who may qualify?
- Residential buildings constructed before January 1, 1985
- Properties within designated eligible areas
- Eligible repair, restoration and replacement work
- Buildings meeting municipal valuation and other restrictions
- Projects approved under the City's application process
Important to know
The maximum grant depends on the building
and occupancy. Owners generally must cover
at least 50% of eligible work costs.
The City currently reports a waiting list
of approximately two years. Permits,
detailed contractor quotes and official
municipal approval are required.
Let's Check Your Project
Answer a few questions to see whether this program may be relevant to your renovation.
This is an informational pre-screening, not an official eligibility determination. Program administrators make final decisions. No application has been submitted.
Continue to Project Cost Calculator →Step 03 / Plan Your Budget
Renovation Cost & Rebate Calculator
Enter your estimated project cost to explore taxes, possible incentives and your remaining budget. You can use this calculator even if you do not qualify for a grant.
Your Project
Planned eligible upgrades
Illustrative maximums assume two or more qualifying upgrade measures, a pre-work assessment and all technical requirements. Three qualifying measures may add a $500 bonus.
Illustrative estimate
Your Budget Snapshot
Enter a project cost to see your breakdown.
*Not a confirmed grant or tax refund. Assumes all requirements and eligible expenses are approved. Actual amounts may differ.
Simple rental scenario
Before mortgage financing, income taxes, vacancy and major repairs. Not an investment forecast.
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Have a Renovation in Mind?
Share your project with Habed Renovations. We can discuss the renovation work and help identify program conditions to verify.