How much funding can be received?

Get financial support for the construction of big multiple-unit buildings (more than 600 m2 and counting up to a maximum of 10 floors) using energy efficiency methods that exceed current standards.

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Novoclimat – Grand bâtiment multilogement supports the construction of energy-efficient multi-residential buildings in Québec. Eligible activities include projects involving new constructions or major renovations.

Construction of new multi-residential buildings
Major renovations of existing buildings
Projects transforming or recycling buildings to meet Novoclimat standards

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$5,000,000

Montreal

Construct a 9-floor energy-efficient apartment complex in Montreal exceeding current energy efficiency standards.

$4,000,000

Quebec City

Renovate an old industrial building in Quebec City into energy-efficient residential units.

$5,200,000

Ottawa

Build a new eco-friendly senior living facility in Ottawa to promote sustainable living.

$6,000,000

Toronto

Create an eco-friendly student housing project in Toronto with advanced energy-efficient systems.

$3,800,000

Vancouver

Transform a historic building in Vancouver into a modern energy-efficient complex for artists.

$4,800,000

Calgary

Construct a new 8-floor energy-efficient office building in Calgary exceeding modern standards.

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To be eligible for the Novoclimat – Grand bâtiment multilogement grant, buildings must be registered before the start of construction and meet various program requirements.

Be residential in nature, specifically buildings with more than 600 m² and up to 10 stories.
Primarily use electricity, natural gas, or residual forest biomass for heating.
Be located in Quebec and below the 51st parallel.
Be new constructions or major renovations, with potential eligibility for transformation or recycling projects if they meet all Novoclimat requirements.
For mixed-use buildings, residential use must constitute 33% or more of the building's floor area.
New constructions managed under the SHQ's programs are eligible for financial assistance.

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The Novoclimat – Grand bâtiment multilogement program is open to various types of participants, including private and social housing projects. However, specific eligible companies are not explicitly listed.

Nothing

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The grant does not specify any particular types of companies that are not eligible.

Nothing

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The eligible geographic zones for this grant are situated in Quebec, below the 51st parallel.

Quebec
Below the 51st parallel

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The evaluation and selection criteria for the Novoclimat – Grand bâtiment multilogement grant program ensure that only high-performance energy-efficient residential buildings, either new constructions or major renovations, are eligible. The buildings must meet specific energy efficiency requirements and be located within certain geographical and structural specifications.

The building must be residential and fall under the specified typology: multi-housing buildings larger than 600 m2 and up to a maximum of 10 stories.
The primary energy source for heating must be electricity, natural gas, or residual forest biomass.
The building must be situated in Quebec and below the 51st parallel.
The project must be a new construction or a major renovation. Transformation or recycling projects are considered if they meet all Novoclimat requirements.
In mixed-use buildings, residential use must represent 33% or more of the floor area.
Projects must be registered in the program before the start of construction activities.
Plans must be 75% complete and include all Novoclimat technical requirements for preliminary analysis.
The promoter must submit specific architectural and mechanical documents as detailed in Novoclimat technical requirements.
Social housing projects managed by the Société d’habitation du Québec (SHQ) under certain programs are eligible for financial aid.

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Step 1: Inscription
All projects must be registered before the start of work (e.g., demolition, excavation, etc.).
It is suggested to register your project before starting the bidding process or before obtaining the building permit.
The Ministry accepts preliminary plans completed up to 75% as long as all Novoclimat technical requirements are included in the plans (e.g., plans, elevations, sections, windows, and details).
A complete technical analysis of the plans and specifications is scheduled for all registrations. Allow two weeks for this process.
Documents required for project registration:
The three sections of the registration form duly completed:
Section to be completed by the applicant - The applicant must also print it, date it, sign it, and return it by email or by mail.
Section to be completed by the architect
Section to be completed by the engineer
Architecture Documents as listed in Annex E of the Novoclimat Technical Requirements - GBM.
Mechanical Documents as listed in Annex E of the Novoclimat Technical Requirements - GBM.
A conditional commitment letter from the Société d'habitation du Québec (SHQ) for buildings registered under AccèsLogis Québec or an equivalent program.
Step 2: Suivi et inspection
Once the work has started, a follow-up is carried out by an assessment advisor to ensure the work meets the program's objectives. This includes visual inspections and various tests and measurements (e.g., infiltration test).
The inspections include:
Inspection "P" (startup meeting and slab inspection)
Inspection "A" (site visit and infiltration test)
Inspection "B" (balancing report and final visit)
It is the contractor's responsibility to schedule a site visit with the assessment advisor. This must be done by completing and sending the inspection request form at least 72 hours in advance.
Step 3: Homologation
When the building meets the requirements and terms of the program, homologation is issued by the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources.
Step 4: Aide financière
The Ministry then disburses financial aid to the project promoter.
The amount of financial aid varies based on the type of building and the number of housing units.

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The Novoclimat – Grand bâtiment multilogement program aims to promote energy-efficient residential buildings. It offers financial aid to project promoters once their building is certified Novoclimat, with different aid amounts for private and social buildings.

The program does not require the general contractor to be certified Novoclimat.
The use of a certified ventilation specialist is mandatory.
The project must be located below the 51st parallel in Quebec.
The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources handles inspections at various construction stages.

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Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Big Multiple Unit Buildings

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