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Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund

Last Update: February 4, 2026
NS, Canada
Supports affordable housing development through capacity, planning, and research funding.

At a glance

Funding available
Financing goals
    No objectives are currently available
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

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.

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.
Examples of admissible projects:
Implementing a marketing strategy to promote affordable housing in the community
Retrofitting affordable housing units for energy efficiency and sustainability

Documents Needed

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

Eligibility

  • Organizations involved in non-profit or cooperative housing in Nova Scotia.
  • Focus on supporting affordable or non-profit housing projects.
  • Eligible organizations include housing providers, non-profit entities, researchers, and post-secondary institutions.

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

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with program’s strategic objectives.
  • Innovation and impact potential of the project.
  • Feasibility and clarity of the project plan.
  • Organizational capacity to deliver project outcomes.

How to apply

Contact the program coordinator to discuss project ideas and confirm eligibility.Prepare and submit a comprehensive application including project description, objectives, and budget.Review and assessment by program staff to ensure criteria are met.Receive notification of decision and, if approved, sign a funding agreement.Fulfill reporting and compliance obligations throughout the project duration.

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.
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