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Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Financial support for commercial facade renovations in targeted sectors
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Grant for the Renovation of Facades Facing a Commercial Artery provides up to $50,000 per building to support non-residential property owners in revitalizing building facades along designated commercial arteries. This government financial assistance program aims to stimulate economic vitality through eligible renovation activities, including facade improvements, restoration work, and accessibility upgrades.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate your business/factory
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec City
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Activities funded
- Renovation of the facade of a non-residential or partially non-residential building facing a commercial artery.
- Renovation or improvement of exterior signage and the arrangement of outdoor spaces between the building and municipal property limits.
- Renovation of a lateral wall of the building if adjacent to a public parking lot.
- Restoration of heritage elements on the building's facade.
- Construction or renovation of an access ramp to improve universal accessibility.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 37,000
Modernization of storefront signage with LED illumination
$ 45,000
Installation of a universal accessibility ramp and glass doors
$ 32,000
Repair and cladding of lateral wall adjacent to public lot
$ 38,000
Restoration of stained glass and woodwork on historical facade
$ 49,000
Restoration of century-old masonry and heritage cornices
$ 32,000
Greening and landscaping of frontage and outdoor pedestrian path
Eligibility
- The applicant must be the owner of a non-residential or partially non-residential building located within one of the designated commercial sectors listed in the program.
- The building must have a non-residential use, either fully or partially.
- The proposed project must consist of renovation work on the building's facade facing a commercial artery and meet the program's specified requirements.
- The application must be complete and submitted according to the program's procedures, including providing proof of property ownership.
- All work must be carried out by a contractor holding a valid license from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec, and when required by law, under the supervision of a qualified professional.
Who is eligible?
- Owners of non-residential buildings located on a designated commercial artery
- Owners of buildings partially used for non-residential purposes on a designated commercial artery
Who is not eligible
- Buildings owned, in whole or in part, by the City of Québec or its mandated representatives or agents.
- Buildings owned, in whole or in part, by provincial or federal governments, including their agents or mandated bodies.
- Buildings owned by public or parapublic corporations where the majority of members are government-appointed or the majority of funds derive from government sources.
- Buildings attached to any public or private educational institution.
- Buildings owned, in whole or in part, by a religious community or organization (whether incorporated or not).
- Buildings located within high-velocity flood zones.
Eligible expenses
- Labour costs related to eligible renovation work.
- Materials supplied by the contractor for approved projects.
- Cost of permits or authorization certificates issued by the city.
- Professional fees for plans, specifications, and related expertise up to 10% of the eligible project costs.
- Applicable taxes paid by the owner (GST and QST), less any recoverable amounts.
- City fees required for the analysis of the grant application.
Eligible geographic areas
- Arrondissement of La Cité-Limoilou (specific commercial areas within Lairet, Vieux-Limoilou, Montcalm, Saint-Sacrement, Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Saint-Roch, Saint-Sauveur, and Vieux-Québec – for buildings constructed since 1955)
- Arrondissement of Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge (commercial areas within Cité-Universitaire, Saint-Louis, and Sillery)
- Arrondissement of Beauport (commercial area within district 5-4, avenue Royale)
- Arrondissement of La Haute-Saint-Charles (commercial area on rue Racine in Loretteville)
Selection criteria
- Processing of requests in the chronological order of receipt, subject to the availability of funds.
- Completeness and compliance of the request, including all required documents and information.
- Payment of fees due for the analysis of the grant application.
How to apply
1
Submit the application
- Complete the eligibility form
- Gather proof of property ownership (tax bill or deed of acquisition)
- Submit both documents by email in a single message to the provided address
2
Pay file opening fees
- Wait to receive a payment notice by email after submitting your application
- Pay the required file opening fees indicated in the notice
- Check your spam/junk folder for the payment notice
3
File review and technician visit
- Your file is reviewed by the administration
- A technician schedules a visit for your project
4
Apply for a permit
- Apply for a building permit online
- Consult relevant guidelines if needed
5
Submit supporting documents
- After receiving the permit, send the following to the technician by email:
- Two detailed quotes
- The issued construction permit and its conditions
- A copy of the approved work plans
6
Establish grant amount
- The grant amount is determined based on submitted information
7
Pay additional fees if required
- Receive an additional payment notice by email if there are extra fees
- Pay the supplementary fees online for faster processing
8
Obtain written approval
- Wait to receive written authorization confirming the grant has been approved
- Do not begin construction work before this written confirmation
9
Execute the renovation work
- Carry out the approved renovation work on the façade and/or other eligible elements
10
Submit final invoices
- Send all final invoices and documentation related to the completed work to the technician
11
Receive the grant payment
- Receive the grant payment by cheque upon confirmation of compliance and submission of all required documents
Additional information
- Subsidies are awarded in chronological order based on the date the reserve request is received and are subject to the availability of funds.
- Any outstanding amounts owed to the City (such as taxes or other dues) will be deducted from the subsidy.
- If false, inaccurate, or incomplete information is submitted with the grant application, applicants will forfeit the right to the subsidy and must reimburse any subsidy already received.
- File opening fees are non-refundable unless the application is denied by the City; partially refundable if the project is abandoned during processing.
Contacts
habitation@ville.quebec.qc.ca
