After much debate on this issue, the Minister responsible for CMHC and Federal Housing Policy clarified that the government has no plans on increasing capital gains tax on principal homes.
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It is rare for a Minister to comment on any tax measures before a budget. Today the Minister responsible for CMHC and Federal Housing Policy addressed this issue directly. There will be no new tax on primary residences: pic.twitter.com/t9yMlBSU2B
— Adam Vaughan MP (@TOAdamVaughan) March 26, 2021