Land Transfer Tax

Direct AnswerAs of July 2026A provincial tax paid when purchasing property, calculated as a percentage of the purchase price. Some cities like Toronto add additional municipal tax.

A provincial tax paid when purchasing property, calculated as a percentage of the purchase price. Some cities like Toronto add additional municipal tax.

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