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Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing
Support for housing development planning and infrastructure
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $22.5 million per year to support preconstruction work and housing infrastructure in New Brunswick. It helps advance housing development and improve access to safe and affordable homes through preconstruction and infrastructure funding.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preconstruction work for housing developments
- Building or upgrading infrastructure to support new housing developments in small communities
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Business case
- Supporting documentation for eligibility and assessment criteria
- Claim form for reimbursement
- Invoices and proof of payment for eligible expenses
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
- Regional Service Commissions
- First Nations
- Not-for-profit incorporated organizations
Eligible expenses
- Preconstruction costs such as housing needs assessments, feasibility studies, business plans, and preliminary engineering or architectural reports.
- Construction or upgrades to core infrastructure such as water, wastewater, and roads that support new housing developments.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land acquisition or any interest in land
- Debt reduction, deficit reduction, financing charges, and interest
- Operating costs, including wages and salaries, except in a pilot project for infrastructure funding
- Fundraising campaigns, hospitality, and in-kind contributions
- Legal fees not pre-approved by RDC
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Selection criteria
- Project benefits and value to the province, region, or community.
- Project viability and likelihood of completion.
- Project sustainability after completion.
- Applicant operational and financial viability.
- Applicant capacity to manage and deliver the project.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Prepare a business case with the information required for eligibility and assessment.
- Step 2: Submit to RDC
- Send the application directly to the Regional Development Corporation by email.
- Step 3: Respond to follow-up requests
- Provide additional information or clarifications if requested by RDC.
- Step 4: Review and approval
- The RDC obtains sector review from the appropriate departments.
- Funding decisions are approved by the President of RDC, and major projects over $500,000 go to Executive Council.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are received, assessed, and evaluated by the Regional Development Corporation.
- The RDC consults with relevant government departments during review.
- The President of the RDC approves funding decisions.
- Projects over $500,000 are submitted to Executive Council for approval.
- Approved projects are subject to a signed contribution agreement and reporting requirements.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed by the Regional Development Corporation in consultation with provincial departments.
- Major projects over $500,000 are submitted to Executive Council for approval.
- Applicants must provide a business case with supporting evidence proportional to the project size and complexity.
- Funding is paid by reimbursement only and by direct deposit.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing Program
What is the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing?
This program provides up to $22.5 million per year to support preconstruction work and housing infrastructure in New Brunswick. It helps advance housing development and improve access to safe and affordable homes through preconstruction and infrastructure funding.
Who is eligible for the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing program?
To be eligible for the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing program, you must:
Municipal, First Nation, or non-profit applicant
Housing development project in New Brunswick
Aligned with NB Housing Strategy
What expenses are eligible under Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing?
Preconstruction work for housing developments
Building or upgrading infrastructure to support new housing developments in small communities
Who can I contact for more information about the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick.
Where is the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing available?
The Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing?
Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing is funded by Government of New Brunswick