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Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started
Innovative solutions for housing supply
Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Closing date : August 25, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
This challenge supports innovative solutions to barriers that limit new housing supply in Canada. Up to 30 shortlisted applications will receive $75,000 each.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : August 25, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Housing
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of innovative solutions to barriers affecting new housing creation.
- Projects that improve housing supply and affordability.
- Initiatives that strengthen community engagement and partnerships.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Citizens
- Stakeholders
- Experts
- Applicants from across Canada
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Ability to address housing supply and affordability barriers.
- Potential for Canada-wide impact.
- Capacity to encourage collaboration and partnerships.
- Strength of the innovative solution proposed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and shortlisted.
- Shortlisted applications are announced in October 2021.
- Funding is awarded to shortlisted applications.
Additional information
- The challenge is designed to share and scale innovative housing solutions across Canada.
- The program aims to create Canada-wide impact through adaptable ideas.
- It also supports collaboration and partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started Program
What is the Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started?
This challenge supports innovative solutions to barriers that limit new housing supply in Canada. Up to 30 shortlisted applications will receive $75,000 each.
How much funding can be received?
Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started program?
To be eligible for the Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started program, you must:
Canadian applicants
Innovative housing solutions
Focus on housing supply barriers
What expenses are eligible under Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started?
Development of innovative solutions to barriers affecting new housing creation.
Projects that improve housing supply and affordability.
Initiatives that strengthen community engagement and partnerships.
Who can I contact for more information about the Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started?
You can contact Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
Where is the Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started available?
The Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started program is available across Canada.
Is the Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Impact Canada - Housing Supply Challenge: Round 2 - Getting Started is a Grant and Funding