Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes
Overview
Receive up to $2,500 for the construction of new homes that meet program requirements.
At a glance
Funding available
- Obtain certifications
- Reduce the ecological footprint
- Develop employee skills
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
- Construction
- Quebec
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Rural or Northern Residents
Activities funded
The Novoclimat grant supports activities that enhance the energy efficiency of residential homes through the construction of new buildings that meet specific energy-saving criteria. Projects eligible for this grant focus on the creation of Novoclimat-certified homes ensuring economic savings in energy costs.
- Construction of new residential homes adhering to Novoclimat standards.
- Installation of certified energy-efficient heating systems, including thermopumps listed on the eligible financial aid list.
- Engagement of Novoclimat-certified professionals for home building projects.
- Comprehensive management of home construction projects, including foundations, material assembly, insulation, ventilation, and heating system installation.
Eligibility
Eligibility for this grant requires specific conditions regarding the construction and location of properties.
- The property must be built by a contractor certified as Novoclimat or Novoclimat Select - Maison.
- The property must be registered in the program before construction begins.
- The property must be residential, specifically single-family, multigenerational, or single-family with an attached dwelling.
- The property must be located in Quebec, below the 51st parallel.
- The primary heating energy for the property must be electricity or residual forest biomass.
- The construction must be for new buildings only.
- If the property is a manufactured home, it must be entirely constructed by a certified Novoclimat company, including foundations and system installations.
- The ventilation system must be installed by a ventilation specialist certified by the Bureau de normalisation du Québec.
Who is eligible?
The Novoclimat program is open to construction professionals who are certified as Novoclimat or Novoclimat Select builders. It is designed for residential buildings including single-family homes, bi-generational homes, and single-family homes with attached units, provided they are newly constructed and located in Quebec below the 51st parallel. Additionally, the primary energy source for heating must be electricity or residual forest biomass.Eligible expenses
The Novoclimat grant program supports the construction of energy-efficient residential buildings in Quebec. Eligible projects focus on building certified homes that achieve significant energy savings and adhere to specific environmental standards.
- Construction of single-family residential homes, multigenerational homes, and single-family homes with attached dwellings, located in Quebec and south of the 51st parallel.
- Construction of new buildings with primary heating energy sourced from electricity or residual forest biomass.
- Manufactured homes entirely built by a certified Novoclimat company, responsible for foundations, material assembly, insulation, ventilation, and heating system installation.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is specifically available for houses located in the province of Quebec, Canada, and under the 51st parallel. The geographical restriction ensures the program supports energy-efficient housing in targeted areas of Quebec.
- Houses located in Quebec, Canada.
- Properties situated under the 51st parallel, Quebec.
Selection criteria
Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for the Novoclimat grant. The criteria ensure that the construction projects meet specific requirements pertaining to residential buildings, location, and construction standards.
- Be a residential building: single-family, bi-generational, or single-family with an attached unit (detached, semi-detached, or row house).
- Located in Quebec and below the 51st parallel.
- Primary energy source for heating must be electricity or residual forest biomass.
- Must be new buildings to be constructed.
- Manufactured homes must be fully constructed by a certified Novoclimat company, including foundations, material assembly, insulation, ventilation, and heating system installation.
- Ventilation system must be installed by a certified Novoclimat ventilation specialist.
- If a heat pump is chosen for heating, it must be on the list of eligible heat pumps for additional financial aid.
How to apply
Registration
- Conduct a preliminary analysis of the project to verify its eligibility.
- Fill out the registration form.
Follow-up
- Monitor the construction site by an evaluating advisor to ensure the compliance of the work.
- Participate in visual inspections and various tests and measurements, including the air tightness test.
- Consult the list of evaluating advisors and fill out the inspection form.
The translation of the French word "Homologation" into English is "Homologation." In this context, it often refers to the process of validating or certifying something, such as a product or a standard, but it is commonly used as is in many fields, particularly in legal and technical contexts.
- Obtain the building's approval when it complies with the requirements and terms of the program.
- Fill out the approval form.
Financial assistance
- The Ministry provides financial aid to the builder and the owner of the residence.
- Obtain additional financial aid if an eligible heat pump is installed and listed.
Additional information
This grant provides financial support for energy-efficient home construction under the Novoclimat program. It includes detailed criteria and procedures for certification and offers various monetary incentives for both homeowners and certified builders.
- Houses must use electricity or residual forest biomass as the primary heating energy.
- The installation of the ventilation system must be done by a certified Novoclimat ventilation specialist.
- Owners choosing an eligible heat pump can receive additional financial support.
- The project must be located in Quebec, below the 51st parallel, and comply with specific residential typologies.
- Novoclimat certification involves four steps: project registration, construction follow-up, homologation, and financial aid disbursement.
- First-time homebuyers receive a higher financial incentive of $4,000.
- Certified Novoclimat constructors receive $1,500, while Novoclimat Select constructors receive $2,500.
