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CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities

Q: What is the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities?

This funding opportunity provides financial support to housing providers working in northern communities and/or serving Indigenous peoples. It offers a maximum of various loan combinations to support the repair of existing affordable housing or the construction of new ones, including rental housing, emergency shelters, and transitional housing. The program aims to improve housing accessibility and quality for Indigenous and northern populations.

Q: Who is eligible for the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities program?

To be eligible for the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities program, you must: Organizations serving Indigenous or northern populations involved in housing projects

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities?

You can contact Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).

Q: Where is the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities available?

The CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities program is available across Canada.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Funding for housing projects in Indigenous and northern communities

Grant and Funding

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Renovate your business/factory

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

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

Housing

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants
Mixed revenue (<50% earned)

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This funding opportunity provides financial support to housing providers working in northern communities and/or serving Indigenous peoples. It offers a maximum of various loan combinations to support the repair of existing affordable housing or the construction of new ones, including rental housing, emergency shelters, and transitional housing. The program aims to improve housing accessibility and quality for Indigenous and northern populations.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 150,000

Renovation of affordable housing units to improve energy efficiency and accessibility

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Indigenous governments and organizations; provinces, territories, and municipalities serving Indigenous or northern populations; community housing providers such as public or private non-profit organizations or rental co-operatives; private sector housing providers serving Indigenous or northern populations.

How to apply

Work with your CMHC Indigenous and the North Housing Solutions Specialist to prepare your application.Gather and organize relevant documentation as advised.Complete your application with all required information and supporting documents.Submit your complete application for review.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - Indigenous and Northern Communities. 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.