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CMHC - Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) - Renovation
Last Update: February 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Financial support for shelter repairs and safety upgrades
Grant and Funding
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.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Renovate your business/factory
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
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 agenciesIneligible 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
