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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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Novoclimat — Construction professionals — Small Multiple-Unit Buildings. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
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