How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 66.67% of admissible expenses, capped at $300000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH)?

Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH) is funded by Quebec Housing Society (SHQ)

What are Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH)'s eligibility criterias?

Must be a legally constituted for-profit entity or partnership with headquarters or an establishment in Quebec. Must be registered in the Registre des entreprises du Québec.

Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH)

Last Update: June 3, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports innovation and development in Quebec’s housing industry

Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH) at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $300,000
Up to 66.67% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : April 14, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Construction
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services

Grant Providers

Quebec Housing Society (SHQ)

Status

Closed

Overview of the Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH) program

The Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH) provides up to $50,000 per project (or up to $300,000 for major initiatives) to support organizations and companies in promoting the development, innovation, and export of Quebec’s housing industry. Eligible activities include business partnerships, construction and renovation best practices, knowledge transfer, quality improvement, marketing, and participation in industry events.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance covers up to 66.67% of eligible project expenses.
The maximum funding is $50,000 per project for a period of up to 12 months.
For large-scale projects with other government partners and significant impact, funding may reach up to $300,000.
Total public financial assistance for similar purposes may not exceed 80% of eligible expenses.

Eligible projects & activities

Projects aimed at promoting and developing Quebec's housing industry.
Initiatives that foster business partnerships, collaborations, or networking within the housing sector.
Activities to improve building standards or introduce innovative housing concepts or systems.
Efforts to facilitate the export of Quebec's housing expertise or open new markets abroad.
Projects focused on the transfer of knowledge or the adoption of new technologies in housing.

Eligibility criteria of the Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH) program

The applicant must be a legally constituted legal entity (for-profit or non-profit organization), partnership, or an individual operating a sole proprietorship registered in the Quebec Business Register.
The applicant must have its head office or an establishment located in Quebec.
For operating support, the applicant must be a non-profit legal entity.
The project or activities proposed must address one or more objectives of the program and fall within its eligible activities.

Who is eligible?

Legally constituted corporations (for-profit or non-profit) operating in the Quebec housing sector
Registered partnerships with a place of business or headquarters in Quebec
Sole proprietorships registered in the Quebec Enterprise Register (Registre des entreprises du Québec)
Groups of eligible legal persons or partnerships submitting a joint application

Who is not eligible

Companies or organizations that receive public financial assistance from a provincial or federal body to cover a deficit from the operation or maintenance of a residential property they own or manage for others.
Businesses that receive financial aid to reduce mortgage interest rates related to a loan with a public or private institution.
Organizations already funded by the SHQ's Community Organizations Support Program.
Companies listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA).
Businesses or organizations that, in the past two years, have failed to meet obligations related to a previous SHQ grant after receiving a notice of default.

Eligible expenses

General expenses such as office space, office supplies, and technological infrastructure.
Salaries and employee benefits for those directly involved in the project or organizational operations.
Professional fees for specialized external services or consulting.
Training and professional development costs for employees, including registration fees for conferences, meetings, or seminars.
Travel and representation expenses, following the Quebec government's reimbursement directive.
Preparation and production costs for specialized publications, brochures, newsletters, guides, or digital materials.
Organization costs for large-scale seminars, conferences, training sessions, exhibitions, and thematic meetings.
IT expenses, bibliographic research, and database access fees.
Management and indirect research costs.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

Eligibility criteria of the Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH) program

Relevance to the program objectives and specific needs of the industry.
Interdisciplinary nature and/or structuring effect of the project.
Quality of proposed activities and methods, including a realistic and coherent financial plan, guarantees of completion, and established partnerships.
Reach and credibility, such as the number of people served, knowledge advancement and transfer, and integration of sustainable development principles (economic, environmental, and social aspects).
General quality of the application, including clear and comprehensive project description, structured content, well-defined objectives, deliverables, and quality of writing.

How to apply to the Quebec Housing Industry Development Program (PADIQH) program

Review eligibility and requirements

Read the official PADIQH project submission guide
Review eligibility requirements and program objectives
Contact the Direction de l’expertise-bâti et de l’immobilier for any clarifications

Prepare application and documents

Download and fill in the PADIQH Financial Aid Application Form electronically
Prepare all required supporting documents, signed by the authorized representative (e.g., board resolution for legal persons, proxy for partnerships)
List all sources of funding for your project

Submit application by email

Submit the completed application form and all required documents by email to industrie.exportation@shq.gouv.qc.ca
Ensure the submission is before the deadline: Monday, April 14, 2025, at 11:00 PM

Receive acknowledgment of receipt

Receive an electronic acknowledgment of receipt from the SHQ within two business days after submission

Wait for evaluation and decision

Wait for the SHQ’s evaluation committee decision (sent in writing within three months after the project submission period closes)

Sign commitment letter and agreement

If accepted, sign the letter of commitment and, if required, a detailed agreement specifying terms, rights, and obligations

Additional information

All forms and required documents must be signed by an authorized representative, such as a board resolution for a legal person or a proxy for a partnership.
Applicants will receive an electronic acknowledgment of receipt within two business days of project submission.
The Société d’habitation du Québec reserves the right to publish the names of recipients, the amount granted, and a brief project summary.
The committee’s grant decision will be communicated in writing within three months of the project call deadline.