How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2025-03-12T23:59:59Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP)?

Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP) is funded by Quebec Housing Society (SHQ)

What are Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP)'s eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a private sector business involved in real estate activities. The project must be carried out in a building owned by the applicant, with perpetual ownership rights.

Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP)

Last Update: May 30, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports affordable housing projects for low- and moderate-income groups

Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP) at a glance

Eligible Funding

Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : March 12, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Construction
Real estate and rental and leasing
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

Quebec Housing Society (SHQ)

Status

Open

Overview of the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP) program

The Quebec Affordable Housing Program provides up to 80% of total project costs in funding to support new construction or renovation projects that increase the supply of affordable rental housing for low- and moderate-income households and individuals with specific housing needs. Eligible activities include building or renovating properties owned by housing offices, non-profit organizations, cooperatives, private sector businesses, or recognized postsecondary institutions.

Financing terms and conditions

Basic grant calculated based on construction cost per square metre and eligible area, with a subsidy rate ranging from 10% to 60%.
Maximum subsidy for cooperatives, non-profit organizations, or public housing offices: up to 80% of total project cost.
Maximum subsidy for individuals, trusts, partnerships, or legally constituted groups: up to 60% of total project cost.
Additional grants may be available for projects in municipalities with low rents, demonstration projects, high land acquisition costs, or those with environmental measures.

Eligible projects & activities

Construction of new affordable rental housing for low- or modest-income households, including seniors, families, and single individuals.
Development of housing projects specifically designed for individuals with particular housing needs, such as persons with disabilities, mental health challenges, victims of violence, refugees, or people at risk of homelessness.
Renovation of residential properties acquired for the purpose of providing affordable housing within the program's scope.
Construction of highly prefabricated multi-unit residential buildings.

Eligibility criteria of the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP) program

The applicant must be active in the real estate sector.
The applicant must be one of the following: a housing office, a non-profit organization, a cooperative, a private sector company, or a recognized post-secondary educational institution.
The project must be for the construction of new housing or the renovation of property owned by the applicant, with perpetual ownership rights.
The project must serve at least one of the target groups according to the program's specific streams (low or modest-income households, individuals with particular housing needs, or other identified priority groups).
Additional requirements may apply depending on the type of applicant and the nature of the project as specified by the program.

Who is eligible?

Housing offices
Non-profit organizations
Cooperatives
Private sector businesses
Recognized post-secondary educational institutions

Who is not eligible

Private companies applying for projects intended for victims of domestic violence or for emergency housing are not eligible.

Eligible expenses

Construction costs for new residential buildings.
Renovation expenses for eligible property acquisitions.
Costs related to integrating environmental measures into the project.
Acquisition expenses for land with high purchase prices.
Development of common areas within the housing project.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

How to apply to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (QAHP) program

Confirm applicant and project eligibility

Verify that you are an eligible applicant, such as a housing office, non-profit organization, cooperative, private sector company, or recognized post-secondary institution
Ensure your project meets the required criteria for the relevant program stream
Review any specific requirements based on your applicant type

Gather required documentation

Prepare all necessary documents based on the selected program stream
Gather documents such as proof of ownership, project plans, and any required agreements
Consult requirements or best practice guides for your program stream

Submit project application

For stream 1 and 3 projects, submit your application during the relevant call for projects period
For stream 2 projects, submit your application at any time
Ensure all required documents are included with your submission

Await review and project selection

Wait for the review and selection of projects by the Société d’habitation du Québec
Monitor communications for any follow-up or results

Sign realization and operation agreement

If selected, sign a realization and operation agreement with the Société d’habitation du Québec
Formalize obligations and duration of commitment before starting construction work

Additional information

Selected projects may be eligible for the Quebec Rent Supplement Program (PSLQ), enabling tenants to benefit from reduced rents.
A realization and operating agreement must be signed with the Société d'habitation du Québec prior to starting construction work.
The duration of the agreement corresponds to the commitment period chosen by the applicant.
Updates on program modifications and project calls are available via the PHAQ newsletter.