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Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings
Supports preservation and improvement of social and community housing
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Financial Assistance Program for the Preservation of Community Buildings provides support of up to 75% of the eligible contribution to maintain and enhance social and community housing stock in Quebec. Funding covers upgrades, renovations, energy efficiency improvements, and financial stabilization for eligible non-profit property owners.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2024
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Undertaking renovations or upgrades identified in the building's health assessment to ensure property longevity and quality.
- Integrating components that enhance energy efficiency, performance, or durability of community housing buildings.
- Adding new facilities or equipment to improve the functionality or services of the building.
- Refinancing existing debt or restructuring finances to address organizational recovery needs following major renovation costs or unavoidable expenditures.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations owning social or community housing
- Cooperative housing organizations
- Organizations that have previously received funding under the AccèsLogis Québec (ACL), Logement abordable Québec (LAQ), or Programme d’achat-rénovation pour la réalisation de logements coopératifs et sans but lucratif (PARCO)
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that have not previously received financial assistance under the AccèsLogis Québec (ACL), Logement abordable Québec (LAQ), or Programme d’achat-rénovation pour la réalisation de logements coopératifs et sans but lucratif (PARCO) for the building(s) in question.
- Companies that do not own, or have not acquired, eligible buildings through authorized transfer or merger with a previously assisted organization under the specified programs.
- Interventions solely focused on adding new housing units to existing buildings are not eligible, though this restricts projects rather than organizations per se.
Eligible expenses
- Works identified in the building condition assessment (BSI).
- Integration of components that improve energy efficiency, performance, and durability of the building elements.
- Addition of new amenities or equipment to the building(s).
- Refinancing of debts and expenses related to financial restructuring due to major renovation work supported by the SHQ or operating deficits resulting from unavoidable expenses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies and organizations established in Quebec
Additional information
- The PPPIC is valid until March 31, 2027.
- An organization can submit more than one application for the same building or group of buildings, provided requirements are met.
- All decisions on grant applications are communicated by email from the SHQ.
- Supporting documents such as audited financial statements and budget forecasts are required as part of the application process.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings. 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 Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings?
The Financial Assistance Program for the Preservation of Community Buildings provides support of up to 75% of the eligible contribution to maintain and enhance social and community housing stock in Quebec. Funding covers upgrades, renovations, energy efficiency improvements, and financial stabilization for eligible non-profit property owners.
How much funding can be received?
Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **March 31, 2027**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings program?
To be eligible for the Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings program, you must:
No eligibility for for-profit businesses; only organizations involved in social and community housing supported by specific programs are eligible.
What expenses are eligible under Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings?
Undertaking renovations or upgrades identified in the building's health assessment to ensure property longevity and quality.
Integrating components that enhance energy efficiency, performance, or durability of community housing buildings.
Adding new facilities or equipment to improve the functionality or services of the building.
Refinancing existing debt or restructuring finances to address organizational recovery needs following major renovation costs or unavoidable expenditures.
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings?
You can contact Quebec Housing Society (SHQ) by email at demandepppic@shq.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings available?
The Financial assistance program for the preservation of community buildings program is available the province of Quebec.
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