Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) in the Prairie Provinces
Last Update: July 22, 2025
AB, Canada
Supports innovative housing solutions and residential construction sector innovation
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Funds Providers
Prairies Economic Development Canada
Program status
Open
Overview
The Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) in the Prairie Provinces provides up to $5 million per project in interest-free, repayable funding to support innovative housing solutions. The program aims to enhance the supply chain and foster innovation in residential construction through activities such as modular home design, 3D printing, mass timber, panelized construction, and climate-resilient housing practices.
Financing terms and conditions
- Interest-free, repayable funding covering up to 50% of eligible project costs.
- PrairiesCan contributions available from $200,000 up to $5 million per project.
- Each organization may receive a maximum of $10 million during the program period, limited to one project per year.
- At least 50% of project funding must come from non-government sources.
Activities funded
- Designing and upscaling modular housing solutions.
- Developing housing using 3D printing technologies.
- Implementing mass timber construction methods for residential buildings.
- Applying panelized construction techniques in homebuilding.
- Adopting net-zero and climate resilient practices in residential construction.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 31,500
Installing automated irrigation for a greenhouse vegetable production
$ 20,800
Expanding composting operations with new equipment and outreach
$ 24,000
Launching an urban beekeeping initiative in community gardens
$ 32,000
Developing an accessible e-commerce platform for artisans
$ 48,000
Implementing an energy-efficient refrigeration system in a food co-op
$ 21,000
Launching a digital accessibility audit for a regional retailer's website
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a business located in the Prairie provinces.
- The project must contribute to advancing innovation in the residential construction sector, such as modular home design, 3D printing, mass timber construction, panelized construction, or implementing net-zero and climate-resilient housing practices.
- The applicant must secure at least 50% of the total project funding from non-government sources.
- The project must be completed by March 31, 2026.
Who is eligible?
- Businesses involved in innovative residential construction (e.g., modular homes, 3D printing, mass timber construction, panelized construction)
Eligible expenses
- Design and development costs for modular housing solutions.
- Expenses related to upscaling modular home production capabilities.
- Costs associated with incorporating 3D printing technology in homebuilding.
- Expenditures for mass timber construction methods.
- Panelized construction system implementation costs.
- Investments in net-zero and climate-resilient housing practices and technologies.
Eligible geographic areas
- Prairie provinces of Canada
How to apply
1
Review program details
- Review the program objectives and available funding information
- Ensure your project aligns with initiative priorities, such as innovation in homebuilding
2
Confirm eligibility criteria
- Verify that your organization meets the eligibility requirements
- Confirm the availability of non-governmental funding covering at least 50% of project costs
3
Gather application materials
- Prepare the required documents, including project proposals and financial details
- Consult the applicant and expression of interest guides to complete your application package
4
Submit the application
- Submit your application package using the official process described in the applicant guide
- Ensure all sections are complete and accurate before submission
5
Application assessment
- Wait for PrairiesCan to assess your application based on the program's selection criteria
- Be available to provide any additional information requested during assessment
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until either March 31, 2026, or until all available funds are allocated.
- Candidates are encouraged to submit proposals promptly due to the limited funding pool.
- The initiative falls under the broader Regional Economic Growth through Innovation program.
- Official program guides and help documents are available to support applicants in completing their submissions.
Contacts
1-888-338-9378
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