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The Canadian Government introduced the Underused Housing Tax (UHT) as a way to address housing affordability, with the main goal to target non-residents of Canada. However, the result of the legislation has resulted in many Canadian citizens now being in a situation where they have an obligation to file a return under the new UHT rules, even if they may be exempt from the tax. The penalty for not filing the return on time, by April 30th, is a minimum of $5,000 for individuals, or $10,000 for corporations. This guide helps you determine if or how you may be impacted by the new UHT rules. If you have any questions at all, please contact us.
UPDATE March 27, 2023: Underused Housing Tax penalties and interest waived for 2022 calendar year if the return is filed and any UHT payable is paid by October 31, 2023.
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