GST/QST rebate after a major renovation

Distinguish an expensive renovation from a tax-defined substantial/major renovation and preserve evidence before deadlines.

Triage and file-closeout tool — not legal, tax, insurance or financing advice. Données vérifiées: 2026-08-23.

VERT / GREEN

Invoices, taxes, occupancy dates and renovated livable areas are kept in a separate file.

JAUNE / YELLOW

The tax test generally relies on about 90% of the livable interior being removed or replaced; confirm the method and your current situation.

ROUGE / RED

Do not promise a rebate based only on renovation cost; eligibility, value, occupancy, ownership and deadlines can change the outcome.

Checks

Partial renovation only Missing invoices or tax records First occupancy/completion date unclear Complete file and criteria checked against current sources

What the professional checks

Verify substantial-renovation test and relevant dates
Distinguish owner, rental and special rebate paths without giving tax advice

Official sources

V14

Systems to check before closing the work

V14 connects envelope, air, fire, structure, water and code instead of treating each project in isolation.

Renovation dependenciesRenovating while living at homeCode versions

V28

Finish and service details to verify

V28 connects small details that become costly once finishes are closed.

Post-renovation cleaning and indoor air