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Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery
Financial support for commercial facade renovations in targeted sectors
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec City, Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Renovate or expand facilities
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Eligibility
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)
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery. 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 Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery?
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.
How much funding can be received?
Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery program?
To be eligible for the Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery program, you must:
The building must be non-residential or partially non-residential and located in an eligible commercial area.
The applicant must be the property owner.
The building must not be owned by a government entity or a public or parapublic corporation.
What expenses are eligible under Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery?
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.
Who can I contact for more information about the Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery?
You can contact Quebec City by email at habitation@ville.quebec.qc.ca.
Where is the Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery available?
The Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.
Is the Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grant for the renovation of facades facing a commercial artery is a Grant and Funding