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CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream
Funding for rapid housing construction projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 963,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to 100% of eligible project costs for rapid housing construction. It supports shelters, transitional housing, and supportive housing projects through contributions, forgivable loans, and repayable loans.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 963,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
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
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction of shelters.
- Construction of transitional housing.
- Construction of supportive housing.
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form.
- Application guide review for required information.
- Supporting information needed to create the applicant profile.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit housing organizations.
- Community housing organizations.
- Rental co-operatives.
- Provincial, territorial, Indigenous, and municipal governments, including their agencies.
Eligible expenses
- Project construction costs.
- Project development costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Ongoing operations and maintenance costs.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Complete applications receive a decision within 30 days.
- The decision may be a decline or conditional approval.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through CMHC’s online application portal.
- An application guide must be downloaded and reviewed before starting.
- Complete applications are assessed within 30 days.
- The program supports low-cost rental housing and single-room occupancy housing for people in greatest need.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream. 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 CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream?
This program provides up to 100% of eligible project costs for rapid housing construction. It supports shelters, transitional housing, and supportive housing projects through contributions, forgivable loans, and repayable loans.
How much funding can be received?
CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $963,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream program?
To be eligible for the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream program, you must:
Eligible housing or government organization.
Rapid housing construction project.
Low-cost rental or single-room occupancy housing.
What expenses are eligible under CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream?
Construction of shelters.
Construction of transitional housing.
Construction of supportive housing.
Who can I contact for more information about the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream?
You can contact Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
Where is the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream available?
The CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream program is available across Canada.
Is the CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CMHC - Affordable Housing Fund - New Construction - Rapid Housing Sub-Stream is a Grant and Funding