How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 25000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP)?

MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP) is funded by Quebec Housing Society (SHQ), MRC Brome-Missisquoi

What are MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP)'s eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a low or modest-income owner-occupant of a primary residence in an eligible rural area. The residence must have a value below the maximum set by the municipality or MRC, not to exceed $150,000.

MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP)

Last Update: May 30, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports homeowners with necessary regional renovation projects

MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP) at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $25,000

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Quebec Housing Society (SHQ)
MRC Brome-Missisquoi

Status

Open

Overview of the MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP) program

The MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program provides financial assistance to low-income households for home renovations with a focus on improving safety and accessibility. The program offers a maximum funding amount to support eligible repair activities.

Financing terms and conditions

Grant amounts can vary between $20,000 and $25,000, determined by the household income.
Financial aid is specifically intended for addressing major defects in the residence.
Funding is contingent upon the verification of defects by an inspector accredited by the Société d'habitation du Québec (SHQ).
The repair work must be carried out by a licensed contractor from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.
Authorization from the local municipality or MRC is mandatory before commencing any repair work.

Eligible projects & activities

Repair of external walls.
Replacement of openings, including doors and windows.
Renovation of projections such as galleries and balconies.
Roof repairs.
Structural repairs.
Electrical system corrections.
Plumbing improvements.
Heating system upgrades.
Thermal insulation improvements.

Eligibility criteria of the MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP) program

The applicant must be a homeowner occupying the residence as their principal dwelling.
The household must have low or modest income.
The residence must be located in an eligible area, which includes municipalities with less than 15,000 inhabitants, municipalities in the Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region, or municipalities with 15,000 inhabitants or more but not served by water or sewer systems.
The residence cannot be in the cities of Gatineau and Laval, or the agglomerations of Longueuil, Montréal, and Québec.
The residence must not be located in northern villages or indigenous reserves.
The building must have no more than two housing units, including the owner's unit.
The property's value must be below the maximum standardized value set by the local municipality or MRC, not exceeding $150,000.
An inspector accredited by the SHQ must confirm the presence of a major defect in the residence.
The renovations must address major deficiencies in specific elements such as exterior walls, openings, projections, roofing, structure, electricity, plumbing, heating, or thermal insulation.
Renovations must be conducted by a contractor with a valid license from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.
Authorization for the renovations must be obtained from the municipality or MRC before commencing work.

Eligible expenses

Correction of major defects related to exterior walls.
Correction of defects in openings such as doors and windows.
Repair of projections including galleries and balconies.
Roof repair or replacement.
Structural repairs.
Electrical system repairs.
Plumbing system improvements.
Heating system upgrades.
Thermal insulation enhancements.

Eligible geographic areas

Municipalities with fewer than 15,000 inhabitants.
Municipalities in the Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine administrative region.
Municipalities with 15,000 or more inhabitants that lack a water or sewer system.

How to apply to the MRC Brome-Missisquoi — RénoRégion Program (RRP) program

Eligibility verification

Consult the RénoRégion page on the SHQ website to confirm the specific eligibility criteria.
Contact your MRC or municipality for more information about your eligibility.

Confirmation of major defects

Schedule a home visit with a SHQ-accredited inspector to confirm the presence of eligible major defects.

Preparation of the documentation

Gather the required documents, including the municipal assessment notice to confirm the assessed value of your residence.

Authorization of work

Obtain permission from your municipality or the MRC before starting the work.

Find a qualified entrepreneur

Select a contractor holding an appropriate license issued by the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.

Submission of the request

Fill out the grant application form following the instructions provided by the MRC or the municipality.
Submit your application directly to your MRC or municipality, according to their instructions.

Follow-up on the request

Wait for the communication of the decision regarding your request by the MRC or the municipality.

Additional information

The program offers a maximum grant of $20,000 or $25,000, depending on the household income.
The grant is specifically for major defects confirmation by a SHQ-accredited inspector during a home visit.
The property must serve as the primary residence of the applicant and can have no more than two dwellings.
The house value must not exceed $150,000 for program eligibility, based on the municipality's set values.