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Certified Green Building Loan
Financing for certified green buildings
Last Update: April 8, 2026
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
BDC’s Certified Green Building Loan supports businesses buying, building, or renovating green buildings. It can cover up to 100% of project costs and may include interest-only payments for up to 36 months.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Buying a certified green building or one to be certified.
- Building a new certified green building.
- Renovating an existing building to obtain certification.
Documents Needed
- Company information
- Real estate project details
- Documents requested for the analysis
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses based in Canada.
Who is not eligible
- Companies without sufficient revenue history
- Companies without a good credit history
- Companies whose project is not related to a green certification
Eligible expenses
- Land and building purchases.
- New building construction.
- Renovation of existing buildings.
- Moving costs and down payments.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Submit a loan request online.
- A BDC representative will contact you to discuss the project and required documents.
- If approved, you receive a tailored loan offer.
Additional information
- An interest rate reduction is available, subject to conditions.
- A free session is offered with a consultant specializing in green certifications.
- The discount is applied when the green certification is issued.
- For already certified buildings, the certification must have been issued within the last 24 months.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Certified Green Building Loan Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Certified Green Building Loan. 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 Certified Green Building Loan?
BDC’s Certified Green Building Loan supports businesses buying, building, or renovating green buildings. It can cover up to 100% of project costs and may include interest-only payments for up to 36 months.
How much funding can be received?
Certified Green Building Loan Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Certified Green Building Loan program?
To be eligible for the Certified Green Building Loan program, you must:
Based in Canada.
24+ months of revenue.
Good credit history.
What expenses are eligible under Certified Green Building Loan?
Buying a certified green building or one to be certified.
Building a new certified green building.
Renovating an existing building to obtain certification.
Who can I contact for more information about the Certified Green Building Loan?
You can contact Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) or by phone at 1-877-232-2269.
Where is the Certified Green Building Loan available?
The Certified Green Building Loan program is available across Canada.
Is the Certified Green Building Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Certified Green Building Loan is a Loans and Capital investments