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CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge
Supports innovative housing supply solutions
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 18, 2023
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Housing Supply Challenge provides up to $300 million over 5 years to support solutions that reduce barriers to housing supply. It funds projects focused on faster housing delivery, improved pre-development processes, northern and remote housing supply, and innovative construction approaches.
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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
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 18, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Solutions that reduce housing supply barriers.
- Pre-development process improvements for affordable housing.
- Solutions for northern and remote housing supply chain barriers.
- Innovative construction solutions that speed up housing delivery.
- System-level solutions that improve housing productivity and scale adoption.
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations and groups
- Canadian post-secondary institutions
- Government bodies
- Teams composed of multiple participants
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Potential to increase housing supply.
- Ability to speed up development timelines.
- Level of innovation compared with conventional approaches.
- Potential for adoption by more housing providers.
- Economies of scale and sector mobilization.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the stream requirements
- Choose the stream that fits your solution.
- Confirm that your organization is affiliated with a legally incorporated organization.
- Step 2: Prepare the proposal
- Develop your solution and supporting materials.
- Use the available support resources, mentorship, and guidance if needed.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Submit through the CMHC / Impact Canada application process for the relevant round.
- Provide the proposal by the applicable deadline.
- Step 4: Wait for evaluation and follow-up
- Applications are reviewed and may be shortlisted.
- Successful applicants move on to the next stage and may receive funding.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an expert Challenge Jury.
- Proposals are assessed against the program’s objectives and stream-specific challenges.
- Some rounds include shortlisting before the next stage.
- Selected applicants advance to prototyping, incubation, or implementation funding.
- Collaboration can be reviewed separately when multiple participants are involved.
Additional information
- Collaboration is encouraged, but each application is evaluated separately.
- The program offers non-financial support, including mentorship, guidance, and showcase opportunities.
- The challenge is now closed.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge Program
What is the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge?
The Housing Supply Challenge provides up to $300 million over 5 years to support solutions that reduce barriers to housing supply. It funds projects focused on faster housing delivery, improved pre-development processes, northern and remote housing supply, and innovative construction approaches.
Who is eligible for the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge program?
To be eligible for the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge program, you must:
Legally incorporated organization
Housing supply solution
Fits selected stream
What expenses are eligible under CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge?
Solutions that reduce housing supply barriers.
Pre-development process improvements for affordable housing.
Solutions for northern and remote housing supply chain barriers.
Innovative construction solutions that speed up housing delivery.
System-level solutions that improve housing productivity and scale adoption.
Who can I contact for more information about the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge?
You can contact Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
Where is the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge available?
The CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge?
CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge is funded by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)