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Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings
Energy-efficient housing support in Quebec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : July 7, 2022
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Novoclimat supports the construction of energy-efficient homes and small multiple-unit buildings in Quebec. It provides financial assistance for certified projects and eligible heat pump installations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : July 7, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Construction of Novoclimat-certified small multiple-unit buildings.
- Construction of residential buildings with high energy performance.
- Projects using eligible heat pumps as part of the heating system.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential building project developers.
- Property owners and promoters.
- Organizations or legal entities acting as applicants.
Eligible expenses
The Novoclimat grant encourages the development of energy-efficient residential buildings. Eligible projects involve constructing multi-unit residential buildings adhering to specified energy performance standards.
- Construction of duplex, triplex, and quadruplex residential buildings.
- Development of residential buildings of 3 floors or less and 600 m² or less.
- Projects adopting electricity or residual forest biomass as primary heating energy.
- Construction of newly built residential buildings or undergoing major renovations.
- Installation of eligible heat pumps for additional financial assistance.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec.
- Areas south of the 51st parallel.
Processing and Agreement
- Project files are first reviewed to confirm eligibility.
- Work is monitored during construction through inspections and testing.
- Certification is issued once the building meets program requirements.
- Financial assistance is paid to the project promoter after certification.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The program emphasizes the use of electricity or residual forest biomass for heating to ensure energy efficiency and environmental considerations.
- The financial assistance is tiered based on the number of rooms in the residences, offering higher amounts for larger multifamily units.
- Supplementary financial support is available specifically for projects that incorporate eligible heat pump systems listed by the program.
- Certified Novoclimat entrepreneurs by the Bureau de normalisation du Québec (BNQ) are crucial for the buildings to meet the program's stringent energy standards.
- Although certified construction is required, the inspection and testing services to ensure compliance are provided to the buyer, entrepreneur, and promoter free of charge.
- The financial aid for social housing buildings is significantly higher than for private buildings, promoting affordable housing development.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings Program
What is the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings?
Novoclimat supports the construction of energy-efficient homes and small multiple-unit buildings in Quebec. It provides financial assistance for certified projects and eligible heat pump installations.
Who is eligible for the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings program?
To be eligible for the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings program, you must:
Built by a Novoclimat-certified contractor.
Registered before work starts.
Located in Quebec, south of the 51st parallel.
What expenses are eligible under Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings?
Construction of Novoclimat-certified small multiple-unit buildings.
Construction of residential buildings with high energy performance.
Projects using eligible heat pumps as part of the heating system.
Where is the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings available?
The Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings?
Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings is funded by Government of Québec