Yukon Debuts Robust Down Payment Assistance Scheme For New Homebuyers

April 23, 2025, 8:20 pm

Yukon's government has rolled out a first-time homebuyer loan program offering low‐interest loans that cover up to half of the down payment. Multiple outlets report nearly identical details, making you wonder if editors got together for a synchronized press release.


theglobeandmail.com / Yukon launches first-time homebuyer loan program to pay up to half of down payments

With Yukoner First Home Program, eligible homebuyers won’t have to repay loan until the buyers’ mortgage has been refinanced or paid off

thestar.com / Yukon launches first-time homebuyer loan program to pay up to half of down payments

WHITEHORSE - Yukon's government is launching a first-time homebuyer program in the territory that will see eligible residents receive low-interest loans to help with down payments.

winnipegfreepress.com / Yukon launches first-time homebuyer loan program to pay up to half of down payments


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