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Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes

Certified energy-efficient home construction support

Offered by
Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC)
Official source: quebec.ca

Record updated

Funding available
$ 1,500 - $ 4,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Any individual or legal person acting as the applicant may participate in the program.
See full eligibility

Overview

Novoclimat – Home supports Novoclimat certified homes in Québec, offering $2,000 to the buyer, $4,000 to a first-time house buyer, $1,500 to a Novoclimat contractor, or $2,500 to a Novoclimat Select contractor. Eligible homes include single-family houses, intergenerational homes, and single-family houses with an attached dwelling, including factory-built homes that meet program criteria.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$4,000
Minimum funding
$1,500
Financing goals
  • Develop team skills
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Obtain certifications or accreditations
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Develop workforce skills

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Rural or Northern Residents
Legal structures
For-profit business

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Novoclimat payment steps updated

The Novoclimat home funding page now says the owner receives the claim form by mail with the certificate, and the contractor payment is described as following homologation.

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The Novoclimat home funding page changes how the payment steps are described: after homologation, the owner now receives the certificate and claim form by mail, instead of receiving forms by email. The contractor payment description was also simplified and now says the aid is paid in the weeks following homologation, replacing the former by-mail cheque and 10-week processing details.

Official source: quebec.ca
October 12, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Any individual or legal person acting as the applicant may participate in the program.

Who is not eligible

  • Self-builders may take the training, but they cannot obtain Novoclimat certification or have their home Novoclimat certified.
  • Contractors that are not Novoclimat certified cannot obtain Novoclimat certification for a home.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Québec, south of the 51st parallel

Activities funded

  • Construction of a Novoclimat certified home

How to apply

  • Fill out and send the application for registration form to entrepreneur@novoclimat.ca.
  • Wait for the preliminary analysis and the email confirming registration before beginning the work.
  • Fill out the inspection form to schedule visits from the assigned Novoclimat evaluation advisor during construction.
  • After the work is completed and the final inspection is successful, fill out the certification application form to have the building certified.

Documents Needed

  • Application for registration form
  • Inspection form
  • Certification application form

Processing and Agreement

  • Once the registration form is received, a preliminary analysis of the project is carried out to verify eligibility and compliance with the program’s objectives and main terms.
  • An email is then sent to confirm registration, after which work may begin.
  • A Novoclimat evaluation advisor conducts inspections throughout construction, including visual inspections, tests, and measurements such as a blower door test.
  • When the final inspection is successful and the building is judged compliant, Novoclimat certification is issued.
  • Upon receipt of the certificate of compliance, the owner and the contractor receive claim forms by email, and each receives a cheque by mail within a maximum of 10 weeks after the submission of the forms.

Additional information

  • The Novoclimat Normative Framework – Home is legally binding and takes precedence over other published program documents and information.

Contacts

entrepreneur@novoclimat.ca
1-866-266-0008

Official sources

quebec.ca

Official page

Eligibility criteria for the Novoclimat program
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes Program

What is the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes?

Novoclimat – Home supports Novoclimat certified homes in Québec, offering $2,000 to the buyer, $4,000 to a first-time house buyer, $1,500 to a Novoclimat contractor, or $2,500 to a Novoclimat Select contractor. Eligible homes include single-family houses, intergenerational homes, and single-family houses with an attached dwelling, including factory-built homes that meet program criteria.

How much funding can be received?

Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes program?

To be eligible for the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes program, you must: The home must be built by a Novoclimat certified contractor or a Novoclimat Select certified contractor. The home must be registered in the program before construction begins. The home must be located in Québec, south of the 51st parallel, and intended for residential use.

Who can I contact for more information about the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes?

You can contact Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) by email at entrepreneur@novoclimat.ca or by phone at 1-866-266-0008.

Where is the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes available?

The Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Homes is a Grant and Funding