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Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF)
Funding to accelerate energy code adoption
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Codes Acceleration Fund supports projects that speed up the adoption and compliance of higher-performance energy codes and related mandatory energy regulations. It funds eligible activities such as research, roadmaps, tools, training, stakeholder engagement, and code implementation support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Code adoption roadmaps and implementation planning
- Technical studies, research, feasibility studies, and assessments
- Tools, software, training, and stakeholder engagement to support compliance
- Capacity-building projects for code adoption and enforcement
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed attestation by the designated signing authority
- Detailed project description and work plan
- Budget and funding sources
- Supporting documents and references, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincial, territorial, regional, and municipal governments
- Indigenous governing bodies, organizations, and communities
- Not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions
- Utilities
- For-profit organizations with established businesses in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without legal incorporation or registration in Canada
- Provincial, territorial, municipal, regional, and Indigenous governments with authority to adopt energy codes must not apply to Stream 2
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits for project staff time
- Professional, scientific, technical and contracting services
- Travel, meals and accommodation
- Training, outreach, materials, equipment rental and software or hardware
- Overhead up to 15% and applicable GST/HST/PST net of rebates
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the contribution agreement is signed
- Capital costs for equipment upgrades and retrofit implementation
- Land acquisition and leasing land, buildings, or facilities
- Leasing equipment not directly related to the project
- Real estate fees and related costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- NRCan reviews and evaluates the application after submission
- Applicants receive a funding decision in writing
- Approved projects proceed to a contribution agreement
- Projects cannot begin until the agreement is signed
- Progress reports, payment requests, and final reports are required during and after delivery
Additional information
- Current CAF proponents may apply, but priority is given to those who have not received CAF funding.
- Indigenous applicants have an extended deadline until March 31, 2025, or until funding is exhausted.
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the full guide before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF). 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 Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF)?
The Codes Acceleration Fund supports projects that speed up the adoption and compliance of higher-performance energy codes and related mandatory energy regulations. It funds eligible activities such as research, roadmaps, tools, training, stakeholder engagement, and code implementation support.
Who is eligible for the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) program?
To be eligible for the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) program, you must:
Project aligned with CAF objectives
Authority must match stream
Completed application required
What expenses are eligible under Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF)?
Code adoption roadmaps and implementation planning
Technical studies, research, feasibility studies, and assessments
Tools, software, training, and stakeholder engagement to support compliance
Capacity-building projects for code adoption and enforcement
Who can I contact for more information about the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF)?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at caf-fac@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) available?
The Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) program is available across Canada.
Is the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF)?
Codes Acceleration Fund (CAF) is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)