Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,315,592
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Burlington, Mississippi Mills, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Housing Accelerator Fund supports municipalities with funding to remove housing barriers and speed up approvals. It targets initiatives such as zoning updates, planning streamlining, density increases, and affordable housing support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,315,592 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Burlington, Mississippi Mills
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Housing supply growth initiatives
- Planning and permitting process improvements
- Zoning and density changes to support more housing
- Affordable housing support measures
Documents Needed
- Housing needs assessment report
- Housing action plan
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipal governments
- Local governments in Canadian provinces
- Communities in territories or Indigenous communities
Eligible expenses
- Implementation of housing-related initiatives
- Planning, permitting, and zoning modernization actions
- Red tape reduction measures linked to housing supply
Eligible geographic areas
- Canadian provinces
- Territories
- Indigenous communities
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by CMHC under the Housing Accelerator Fund.
- Approved applicants enter into an agreement with CMHC.
- Funding is released based on implementation progress and results.
Additional information
- The program is delivered through agreements with local governments.
- Funding is tied to action plans and results-based milestones.
- Municipal reporting requirements apply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF). 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 Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF)?
The Housing Accelerator Fund supports municipalities with funding to remove housing barriers and speed up approvals. It targets initiatives such as zoning updates, planning streamlining, density increases, and affordable housing support.
How much funding can be received?
Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Funds up to $3,315,592 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) program?
To be eligible for the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) program, you must:
Municipal applicants only
Housing action plan required
Housing needs assessment required
What expenses are eligible under Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF)?
Housing supply growth initiatives
Planning and permitting process improvements
Zoning and density changes to support more housing
Affordable housing support measures
Who can I contact for more information about the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF)?
You can contact City of Burlington by email at mplanner@mississippimills.ca or by phone at 613-256-2064.
Where is the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) available?
The Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) is a Grant and Funding