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Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario
Supporting homebuilding innovation in Northern Ontario
Funding available
$ 500,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative for Northern Ontario supports incorporated businesses, not-for-profits, Indigenous organizations, and municipalities in Northern Ontario with up to $500,000 for commercial projects that advance innovative housing solutions and manufacturing efficiency. Eligible activities include modular or mass timber construction, 3D printing, and off-site construction technologies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
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
- Investing in manufacturing and construction technology to increase productivity and output in the housing sector, such as modular and mass timber construction.
- Assisting firms in adapting, adopting and scaling innovative construction methods such as prefabrication/modular construction, net-zero housing, 3D printing, and net-zero and climate-resilient housing practices.
- Investing in innovation, demonstration, and commercialization that accelerates the construction of homes.
- Scaling existing manufacturers that produce panelized construction and inputs such as prefabricated drywall, trusses, cement, windows, and doors, etc.
- Developing industry tools that accelerate construction innovation through the improvement and adoption of off-site construction technologies and practices.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
- Incorporated not-for-profit organizations.
- Indigenous (First Nation/Métis/Inuit) businesses and organizations.
- Municipalities and municipal organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Project-specific labour, wages and benefits, and materials used.
- Capital costs for machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
- Incremental, measurable operating costs directly related to the project.
- Professional, advisory, and technical service fees, and costs related to intellectual property.
- Preproduction, commercialization, market expansion or maintenance, and subcontracting costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Regular maintenance, ongoing operation costs, and regularly scheduled capital expenditures or asset replacement.
- Refinancing of an existing debt, and costs of amortization and goodwill.
- Acquisition of land and buildings.
- Basic research, and the purchase of assets for more than fair market value.
- Costs that are not reasonable or not directly related to housing innovation activity, including costs legally committed or incurred before the eligibility date.
Eligible geographic areas
- Northern Ontario
Selection criteria
- The business case.
- Financial projections.
- The applicant’s past results and any issues that may impact the project’s success.
- Approval may also depend upon funding availability.
How to apply
- Call 1-877-333-6673 to discuss your proposal with a FedNor Officer in your area.
- Begin your application process through the client portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Submitting an application does not guarantee funding approval.
- Applications are assessed as they are received.
- The review includes the business case, financial projections, the applicant’s past results, and any issues that may impact the project’s success.
- Approval may also depend upon funding availability.
Additional information
- The initiative is an important part of Canada’s Housing Plan.
- Applicants are encouraged to consider Canadian materials and content where they are competitive and available.
- Financial assistance from government programs may have tax implications for a business.
- FedNor is committed to providing effective, efficient and client-focused programs and services.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario Program
What is the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario?
The Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative for Northern Ontario supports incorporated businesses, not-for-profits, Indigenous organizations, and municipalities in Northern Ontario with up to $500,000 for commercial projects that advance innovative housing solutions and manufacturing efficiency. Eligible activities include modular or mass timber construction, 3D printing, and off-site construction technologies.
How much funding can be received?
Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario program?
To be eligible for the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario program, you must:
The applicant must be an incorporated SME, an incorporated not-for-profit organization, an Indigenous business or organization, or a municipality or municipal organization.
The applicant must be a legal entity capable of entering into legally binding agreements.
Project benefits must accrue to Northern Ontario.
What expenses are eligible under Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario?
Investing in manufacturing and construction technology to increase productivity and output in the housing sector, such as modular and mass timber construction.
Assisting firms in adapting, adopting and scaling innovative construction methods such as prefabrication/modular construction, net-zero housing, 3D printing, and net-zero and climate-resilient housing practices.
Investing in innovation, demonstration, and commercialization that accelerates the construction of homes.
Scaling existing manufacturers that produce panelized construction and inputs such as prefabricated drywall, trusses, cement, windows, and doors, etc.
Developing industry tools that accelerate construction innovation through the improvement and adoption of off-site construction technologies and practices.
Who can I contact for more information about the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario?
You can contact Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor) or by phone at 1-877-333-6673.
Where is the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario available?
The Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) for Northern Ontario is a Grant and Funding