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Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC)
Refundable credit for secondary-unit renovations
Last Update: May 12, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,250
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
The MHRTC is a refundable tax credit for creating a self-contained secondary unit in a Canadian home. It covers qualifying renovation expenses, with a maximum claim of $7,250 per qualifying renovation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,250 $
- Up to 14.5% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Renovating or building a secondary unit in a home or on the property
- Creating a private living space with its own entrance, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom
Documents Needed
- Receipts or invoices for qualifying expenses
- Proof of payment
- Vendor or contractor details, including business address and GST/HST number if applicable
- Descriptions and dates for goods bought or work performed
- Schedule 12 for the MHRTC
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian residents who are eligible individuals
- Homeowners or qualifying relations of the qualifying individual
- Trust beneficiaries, where the trust owns the eligible dwelling
Who is not eligible
- People who are not Canadian residents
- Applicants who do not incur qualifying renovation expenses
- Individuals claiming for a qualifying person who already had an MHRTC claim
- People claiming the same expense under another tax credit
Eligible expenses
- Renovation materials, fixtures, permits and building plans
- Professional services and labour performed by contractors
- Equipment rentals used for the renovation
- Eligible expenses incurred by a trust, if attributable to the dwelling
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine repairs or maintenance
- Household appliances and entertainment devices
- Housekeeping, security, gardening and outdoor maintenance services
- Financing costs
- Expenses already reimbursed or claimed under other credits
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- The claim is reviewed through the personal income tax return.
- The renovation must be claimed in the year it was completed.
- Supporting documents must be kept in case of review.
- Expenses reduced by reimbursements or other related credits.
Additional information
- The credit is refundable and claimed on the income tax and benefit return.
- You may claim more than one qualifying renovation in the same year.
- Only one MHRTC claim can be made for a qualifying individual during their lifetime.
- Claims must be supported by receipts and other proof of payment.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC)?
The MHRTC is a refundable tax credit for creating a self-contained secondary unit in a Canadian home. It covers qualifying renovation expenses, with a maximum claim of $7,250 per qualifying renovation.
How much funding can be received?
Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) Funds up to 14.5% of admissible expenses, capped at $7,250 per project.
Who is eligible for the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) program?
To be eligible for the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) program, you must:
Create a self-contained secondary unit.
Have a qualifying individual in the home.
Claimant must be a Canadian resident.
What expenses are eligible under Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC)?
Renovating or building a secondary unit in a home or on the property
Creating a private living space with its own entrance, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom
Who can I contact for more information about the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC)?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) available?
The Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Multigenerational home renovation tax credit (MHRTC) is a Tax Credits