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Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot)
Funding for new affordable housing projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $10,000 per unit, to a maximum of 50 units per project, for new not-for-profit affordable rental or co-op housing in Kitchener. It supports non-capital upfront costs such as site design, planning studies, and development approvals to help projects become shovel ready.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Kitchener
- Ontario
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
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new not-for-profit affordable rental housing
- Development of new co-operative housing
- Advancement of projects from idea or concept to shovel-ready stage
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Proof of incorporation
- Board resolution authorizing the project
- Project budget and planned use of funds
- Financial statements and land ownership or development rights documents
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit housing developers
- Non-profit housing co-operatives
- Registered charities or non-profit organizations that own the land and use it for affordable housing
Who is not eligible
- For-profit applicants without a non-profit housing developer partner
- Projects with a building permit already issued for the proposed affordable units
Eligible expenses
- Site design and development approval costs
- Planning, feasibility, and viability studies
- Project drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Legal, survey, engineering, and consulting fees
- Municipal and other government fees not covered by the fee waiver program
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital costs
- Projects with a building permit already issued for the proposed units
- Units that are not new affordable dwelling units
Eligible geographic areas
- Kitchener, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Project viability under financial review
- Readiness to achieve building permit issuance by September 1, 2026
- Fit with the program’s goal of creating new affordable units
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the application form
- Obtain the program application form from the City of Kitchener website.
- Step 2: Prepare the application package
- Complete the form and gather the required supporting information and documents.
- Include digital copies of the required materials listed on the form.
- Step 3: Submit by email
- Email the completed application package to the planning team.
- If the file is larger than 10 MB, request a file transfer option.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and project viability.
- Approved projects are funded in stages as milestones are reached.
- A legal agreement is prepared by the City Solicitor before funding is released.
- A summary report is required at each project milestone.
Additional information
- City staff may assign a project manager to help navigate approvals and timelines.
- The City can provide a concierge-style support service during the development process.
- Funding is subject to available funding and eligibility requirements.
- A legal agreement must be signed before funding is released.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) Program
What is the Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot)?
This program provides up to $10,000 per unit, to a maximum of 50 units per project, for new not-for-profit affordable rental or co-op housing in Kitchener. It supports non-capital upfront costs such as site design, planning studies, and development approvals to help projects become shovel ready.
How much funding can be received?
Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) program?
To be eligible for the Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) program, you must:
Non-profit housing developer
New affordable residential units
Proof of land rights
What expenses are eligible under Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot)?
Development of new not-for-profit affordable rental housing
Development of new co-operative housing
Advancement of projects from idea or concept to shovel-ready stage
Who can I contact for more information about the Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot)?
You can contact City of Kitchener by email at planning@kitchener.ca or by phone at 519-741-2426.
Where is the Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) available?
The Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Not-for-profit affordable rental and co-op housing incentive (pilot) is a Grant and Funding