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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.
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
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CMHC - Housing Supply Challenge. 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 - 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)