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CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations
Supports Black-led housing development
Last Update: June 22, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Affordable Housing Fund – Black-led Organizations supports Black-led organizations in Canada to build housing for Black households through the National Housing Co-Investment Contribution Fund. It covers new community and affordable housing, mixed-use market or affordable rental projects, conversions from non-residential space, shelters, and transitional or supportive 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
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction of new community and affordable housing.
- Construction of mixed-use market / affordable rental housing.
- Conversion from a non-residential use to affordable residential.
- Construction of shelters.
- Construction of transitional and supportive housing.
Documents Needed
- Application Guide
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Black-led organizations in Canada.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Download, save, and review the Application Guide before starting.
- Use the online application portal to create your profile and start the application process.
Processing and Agreement
- The application portal is now closed.
- CMHC and Build Canada Homes are reviewing submitted proposals.
- Not all projects submitted to the Affordable Housing Fund application portal will receive funding through this program.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations Program
What is the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations?
The Affordable Housing Fund – Black-led Organizations supports Black-led organizations in Canada to build housing for Black households through the National Housing Co-Investment Contribution Fund. It covers new community and affordable housing, mixed-use market or affordable rental projects, conversions from non-residential space, shelters, and transitional or supportive housing.
Who is eligible for the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations program?
To be eligible for the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations program, you must:
The applicant must be a Black-led organization in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations?
Construction of new community and affordable housing.
Construction of mixed-use market / affordable rental housing.
Conversion from a non-residential use to affordable residential.
Construction of shelters.
Construction of transitional and supportive housing.
Who can I contact for more information about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations?
You can contact Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
Where is the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations available?
The CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations program is available across Canada.
Is the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations?
CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Black-led Organizations is funded by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)