Open
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides limited capital funding for affordable housing projects in the City of Edmonton. It supports new construction and rehabilitation, as well as purchase or conversion of existing buildings for long-term affordable housing.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Edmonton
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New affordable housing construction.
- Rehabilitation of existing housing units.
- Purchase and renovation of existing buildings for affordable housing.
- Conversion of non-residential buildings into residential units.
Documents Needed
- Statutory declaration and incorporation documents
- Corporate, personal property, and bankruptcy searches
- Land title or lease documents, plus zoning confirmation
- Financial statements, equity confirmation, and other funding commitments
- Cost estimate report, appraisal report, and required permits or drawings
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Private sector entities
- For-profit entities
- Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that cannot own the project lands when ownership is required.
- Applicants that do not meet the Indigenous ownership and control requirement for the Indigenous Housing stream.
Eligible expenses
- Capital costs for constructing new affordable housing units.
- Capital costs for rehabilitating existing residential units.
- Costs related to converting existing non-residential buildings into housing.
- Eligible repair costs for rehabilitation, such as building envelope, systems, roofing, and fire safety work.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land acquisition costs.
- Homeownership projects requesting more than 25% of capital costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Edmonton
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Technical Review Committee against program objectives, eligibility, minimum requirements, and evaluation criteria.
- The Selection Committee prioritizes applications based on alignment with City of Edmonton priorities and outcomes.
- Funding decisions require approval by Edmonton City Council or its committees.
- If approved, the applicant must enter into an affordable housing agreement, and a guarantee agreement may also be required.
- Grant funding is then disbursed according to the agreement, followed by annual monitoring.
Additional information
- All applicants must attend a pre-application meeting.
- Applications are submitted through the City of Edmonton’s SmartSimple portal.
- Annual monitoring is required for the duration of the affordable housing agreement.
- The City may request further clarification or additional information during review.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Affordable Housing Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Affordable Housing Grants. 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 Affordable Housing Grants?
This program provides limited capital funding for affordable housing projects in the City of Edmonton. It supports new construction and rehabilitation, as well as purchase or conversion of existing buildings for long-term affordable housing.
Who is eligible for the Affordable Housing Grants program?
To be eligible for the Affordable Housing Grants program, you must:
Project in Edmonton
Minimum 5 housing units
Proper zoning in place
What expenses are eligible under Affordable Housing Grants?
New affordable housing construction.
Rehabilitation of existing housing units.
Purchase and renovation of existing buildings for affordable housing.
Conversion of non-residential buildings into residential units.
Where is the Affordable Housing Grants available?
The Affordable Housing Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Affordable Housing Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Affordable Housing Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Affordable Housing Grants?
Affordable Housing Grants is funded by City of Edmonton