In short
In Nova Scotia, 11 verified programs apply to this project: 11 province-wide (federal programs included) and 0 offered by 0 municipality. The largest: Home Buyers' Plan (HBP), $60,000 limit; GST/HST First-Time Home Buyers' rebate, up to $50,000; First Home Savings Account (FHSA), $40,000 limit.
Everywhere in Nova Scotia
| Program | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Home Buyers' Plan (HBP)Canada Revenue Agency · Federal | $60,000 limit | Open |
| GST/HST First-Time Home Buyers' rebateCanada Revenue Agency · Federal | Up to $50,000 | Open |
| First Home Savings Account (FHSA)Canada Revenue Agency · Federal | $40,000 limit | Open |
| Home buyers' amount (line 31270)Canada Revenue Agency · Federal | Credit on $10,000 | Open |
| First-time Home Buyers' Rebate on a newly-built homeGovernment of Nova Scotia · Provincial | Up to $3,000 | Openstatus not shown by the agency |
| Assurance prêt hypothécaireCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) (SCHL) · Federal | Depends on the project (see the official page) | Open |
| Insured Loans for On-Reserve First Nation HousingCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) (SCHL) · Federal | Depends on the project (see the official page) | Openstatus not shown by the agency |
| CMHC Eco PlusCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) (SCHL) · Federal | Up to 25% of costs | Openstatus not shown by the agency |
| CMHC Eco ImprovementCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) (SCHL) · Federal | Up to 25% of costs | Openstatus not shown by the agency |
| Apply for a loan to help with a down payment on your first home: Down Payment Assistance ProgramGovernment of Nova Scotia · Provincial | Depends on the project (see the official page) | Open |
| First-time Homebuyers Program: pilot projectGovernment of Nova Scotia · Provincial | Depends on the project (see the official page) | Openstatus not shown by the agency |
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Frequently asked questions
What programs help you buy a home in Nova Scotia?
In Nova Scotia, 11 verified programs apply to this project: 11 province-wide (federal programs included) and 0 offered by 0 municipality. The largest: Home Buyers' Plan (HBP), $60,000 limit; GST/HST First-Time Home Buyers' rebate, up to $50,000; First Home Savings Account (FHSA), $40,000 limit.
What is the largest program to buy a home in Nova Scotia?
Home Buyers' Plan (HBP), from Canada Revenue Agency: $60,000 limit. It is the largest published amount among open programs; the right one for you depends on your situation.
Are these programs open right now?
11 programs are open to applications. For 5, the agency says neither open nor closed: the status is inferred from its active page. Statuses checked on each agency's page, most recently on November 7, 2026.
How do I apply?
You apply directly to each program's agency: the link to its official page is in the table. Payotte grants nothing and does not confirm eligibility; the agency's full conditions apply.
How this page is made
Every amount, date and condition was checked on the linked official page within the last 30 days; a program that has not been rechecked is left out. When the agency's page says neither open nor closed, the status is inferred and labelled as such. Payotte grants nothing and does not confirm eligibility: you apply to the agency. General information, not tax advice.
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