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Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings
Funding for municipal building energy retrofits
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings program provides combined loan and grant funding to upgrade municipal buildings. It supports retrofit measures that improve energy performance and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Sports
- Other Recreation and Social Clubs
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Retrofitting existing municipal buildings.
- Implementing one or more phases of a retrofit pathway.
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving building energy performance.
Documents Needed
- Application guide
- Project workbook
- Required supporting documents
- Quebec municipalities: application files for MAMH submission
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian municipal governments
- Municipally-owned corporations
- Public and private municipal partners
- Non-profit organizations and research institutes partnering with a municipality
- Indigenous communities with a municipal partnership or shared service agreement
Eligible expenses
- Retrofit construction and building upgrades
- Capital equipment, materials, and installation
- Professional and technical consulting services
- Energy modeling and feasibility study costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the application was received, except certain full application preparation costs.
- Office overhead and general business expenses.
- Promotional items and general advertising not essential to the project.
- Real property purchases.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec municipalities follow an additional provincial submission process
Selection criteria
- Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
- Achievement of best practice energy targets.
- Equity, inclusion, and reconciliation considerations.
- Potential for socio-economic benefits and broader community impact.
- Innovation and overall project impact.
How to apply
1
Prepare application materials
- Download and review the application guide for a complete overview.
- Contact a GMF representative to discuss your project.
- Review prerequisites and required supporting documents.
- Ensure your project budget and funding sources are secured.
2
Submit pre-application
- Create a client profile on FCM's funding portal.
- Submit a pre-application form through the portal.
3
Eligibility determination
- GMF outreach officer reviews the pre-application for eligibility.
- Receive a response within 15 business days regarding eligibility.
4
Submit full application
- If eligible, receive access to the full application form.
- Complete the Excel project workbook template provided.
- Prepare and attach all supporting documents.
- Submit the full application and workbook via the FCM funding portal.
5
Application review
- GMF project officer reviews the full application for accuracy and completeness.
- Address any questions or clarify outstanding information if requested.
6
Funding decision
- Application undergoes peer and internal review for funding recommendation.
- Decision rendered by GMF's managing director, GMF Council, and FCM Board for capital projects.
- Notification is provided regarding the funding decision.
7
MAMH submission (Quebec only)
- (For Quebec municipalities) Submit your application to MAMH after completing the internal steps.
- Upload required files to the Portail gouvernemental des affaires municipales et rgionales.
- Wait for MAMH review and confirmation before transmission to GMF.
- Receive notification once GMF receives and reviews your application forwarded by MAMH.
Processing and Agreement
- Pre-applications are reviewed first to determine whether the project can move forward.
- Full applications are reviewed for accuracy and completeness.
- External peer review and internal review are completed before a funding recommendation.
- FCM’s Board of Directors makes the final funding decision for capital projects.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted year-round until annual funds are allocated.
- Quebec municipalities must follow the additional MAMH review process before FCM review.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings Program
What is the Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings?
The Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings program provides combined loan and grant funding to upgrade municipal buildings. It supports retrofit measures that improve energy performance and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
How much funding can be received?
Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings program?
To be eligible for the Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings program, you must:
Canadian municipal governments or partners
Retrofit of existing municipal buildings
What expenses are eligible under Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings?
Retrofitting existing municipal buildings.
Implementing one or more phases of a retrofit pathway.
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving building energy performance.
Who can I contact for more information about the Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings?
You can contact Green Municipal Fund (GMF) by email at gmfinfo@fcm.ca or by phone at 1-877-417-0550.
Where is the Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings available?
The Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings program is available across Canada.
Is the Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Capital project: Retrofit of existing municipal buildings is a Grant and Funding