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Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund

Supports affordable housing development through capacity, planning, and research funding.
Community Housing Transformation Centre
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

This program offers up to $50,000 for planning, pre-development, and capacity-building activities, designed to support the creation and expansion of affordable and community-led housing projects. It targets non-profit, cooperative, and research organizations actively involved in housing initiatives in Nova Scotia, with a special emphasis on supporting Black-led organizations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Nova Scotia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Social Services
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • 100% donations / grants
  • Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
  • Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
  • Fee-for-service model
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Pre-development planning for new affordable housing projects.
  • Capacity building activities such as staff training and organizational management.
  • Research to promote innovative solutions in community housing sector.

Documents Needed

Application form, project description, budget outline, organizational details.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit housing providers.
  • Co-operative housing organizations.
  • Research and post-secondary institutions involved in community housing.

Eligible expenses

  • Pre-development activities costs for new housing projects.
  • Capacity building activities to enhance organizational skills.
  • Research and innovation efforts in community housing sector.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Activities not directly related to housing development or capacity building.
  • Operational costs unrelated to specific projects funded by the program.
  • Activities outside of Nova Scotia.

Eligible geographic areas

Nova Scotia

Processing and Agreement

  • Application review and assessment process conducted by program managers.
  • Notification of approval or rejection sent to applicants.
  • Significant project timeline and reporting requirements outlined in funding agreements.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to contact the program organizers prior to submitting a proposal to clarify eligibility and discuss project ideas. This facilitates stronger proposals and understanding of program expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund. 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 Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund?

This program offers up to $50,000 for planning, pre-development, and capacity-building activities, designed to support the creation and expansion of affordable and community-led housing projects. It targets non-profit, cooperative, and research organizations actively involved in housing initiatives in Nova Scotia, with a special emphasis on supporting Black-led organizations.

Who is eligible for the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund program?

To be eligible for the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund program, you must: Organizations involved in community housing in Nova Scotia.

What expenses are eligible under Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund?

Pre-development planning for new affordable housing projects. Capacity building activities such as staff training and organizational management. Research to promote innovative solutions in community housing sector.

Who can I contact for more information about the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund?

You can contact Community Housing Transformation Centre.

Where is the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund available?

The Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund?

Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund is funded by Community Housing Transformation Centre

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