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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program
Rebates for energy efficient upgrades in affordable multifamily housing
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program offers up to $150,000 or up to 80-100% of eligible project costs in rebates for energy efficiency upgrades in affordable multifamily rental properties, shelters, and non-profit support facilities. The program aims to reduce energy costs and improve comfort through upgrades such as insulation, high-efficiency heating systems, lighting, and window and door replacements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Upgrading multi-unit residential rental buildings with energy-efficient measures.
- Implementing energy-efficient renovations in shelters and transition houses.
- Retrofitting non-profit community support service facilities, such as food banks and community centres, for improved energy performance.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit multi-unit residential rental property owners
- Non-profit housing providers (including registered charities and societies)
- Cooperative housing organizations
- Shelters and transition houses
- Community support service providers (e.g., food banks, outreach, employment, education centres) with electrically heated buildings
Who is not eligible
- Military housing providers.
- Long-term care facilities.
- Health facilities.
- Condominiums.
- Hospitality lodging businesses, including hotels.
- Youth camps and hostels.
- Cottages and campgrounds.
- Academic dormitories (student housing).
- Rental housing that exceeds eligible rental rate cut-offs.
- New construction projects.
Eligible expenses
- Upgrades to space heating systems (e.g., installation of heat pumps, high-efficiency boilers in electrically heated buildings)
- Hot water heating improvements in electrically heated buildings
- Window and door replacements for improved energy efficiency
- Installation of attic, wall, and basement insulation
- Lighting upgrades for common areas and exteriors (for any building type)
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
Additional information
- All upgrades must receive preapproval from Efficiency Nova Scotia before installation to qualify for rebates.
- Participants may receive approval for a maximum of 3 properties for comprehensive upgrades per calendar year, unless a justified project plan is provided for more submissions.
- Quality assurance checks may occur at any stage during or after the project agreement period.
- The Operating Agreement becomes effective once the project is completed and the rebate is received.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program. 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 Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program?
The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program offers up to $150,000 or up to 80-100% of eligible project costs in rebates for energy efficiency upgrades in affordable multifamily rental properties, shelters, and non-profit support facilities. The program aims to reduce energy costs and improve comfort through upgrades such as insulation, high-efficiency heating systems, lighting, and window and door replacements.
How much funding can be received?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program program?
To be eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program program, you must:
Must be a for-profit owner of multi-unit residential rentals or rooming houses
Must meet affordable rental rate criteria outlined in program agreements
For 1-3 unit properties: must be electrically heated
What expenses are eligible under Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program?
Upgrading multi-unit residential rental buildings with energy-efficient measures.
Implementing energy-efficient renovations in shelters and transition houses.
Retrofitting non-profit community support service facilities, such as food banks and community centres, for improved energy performance.
Who can I contact for more information about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program?
You can contact Efficiency Nova Scotia by email at affordable@efficiencyns.ca or by phone at 1-877-999-6035.
Where is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program available?
The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program is a Grant and Funding
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