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CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation

Q: How much funding can be received?

CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation Funds up to $60,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation program?

To be eligible for the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation program, you must: Organizations working on shelter repairs and improvements

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation?

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

Q: Where is the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation available?

The CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation a grant, loan, or tax credit?

CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation?

CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation is funded by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Financial support for shelter repairs and safety upgrades

Grant and Funding

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Renovate your business/factory

Increasing community impact

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 60,000 $

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

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

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

Funding is available to assist in repairing shelters and second-stage housing for individuals fleeing domestic violence. The program offers up to $60,000 per unit or bed-unit, with potential increases for on-reserve facilities in northern or remote areas, focusing on health, safety, accessibility, and security improvements.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 55,000

Renovating shelter facilities to enhance safety and accessibility

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Organizations providing shelter and housing for victims of domestic violence, including on-reserve entities and agencies

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities not related to shelter or housing repairs
New construction projects
Operational costs not linked to renovations
Expenses outside the scope of safety and accessibility improvements

How to apply

Step 1: Contact your Indigenous and the Northern Housing Solutions SpecialistStep 2: Prepare your application and required documentsStep 3: Submit your application through the designated contactStep 4: Await decision and further instructions

Processing and Agreement

Application review and assessment
Notification of approval or rejection
Execution of funding agreement
Disbursement of funds as per agreement
Progress and final reporting requirements

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Frequently Asked Questions about the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation. 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.