Renovation grant for commercial buildings and spaces
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Overview
The Commerce-Montréal program offers financial assistance for the renovation of commercial premises in Montréal. It targets commercial property owners and tenants, excluding government or industrial buildings. The grant covers 40% of work costs up to $50,000, and 75% of professional service fees up to $10,000. A minimum investment of $40,000 is required per project.
At a glance
Funding available
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Canadians
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- All structures
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
Activities funded
The Commerce-Montreal grant offers support for projects focused on the renovation and enhancement of commercial spaces within Montréal. Eligible activities aim to improve the exterior and interior of buildings, creating vibrant and accessible community areas.
- Renovation of exterior elements such as walls, facings, doors, windows, shop windows, architectural elements, signs, awnings, and lighting.
- Creation of a permanent terrace and access to the building.
- Roofing, framing, and foundation work.
- Interior renovations including walls, floors, ceilings, stairs, painting, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, and client washrooms.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
All commercial property owners and business owners throughout the Montréal agglomeration are eligible to apply for this grant program. It specifically targets those who own or rent commercial spaces within the area and are looking to renovate their properties to stimulate the economy through projects that focus on social, circular, and ecologically responsible initiatives. However, there are certain exclusions, such as government and municipal buildings, school boards or religious institutions, gas stations, and companies with more than five branches or franchises.
Who is not eligible
This grant excludes certain types of buildings and businesses from eligibility. This ensures that the funds support the intended scope of commercial and ecological development.
- Government and municipal buildings and those belonging to school boards or religious institutions.
- Buildings or portions of buildings allocated to industrial activities.
- Gas stations, service stations, mechanical workshops, and car washes.
- Companies that are part of a network with more than five branches, subsidiaries, or franchises.
- Projects that already benefit from financial support from the city.
Eligible expenses
Eligible projects for this grant aim to enhance the physical appeal and functionality of commercial spaces through substantial renovations. These projects focus on both the exterior and interior aspects to improve business spaces across Montréal.
- Renovation of exterior elements such as walls, facings, doors, windows, shop windows, architectural elements, signs, awnings, and lighting.
- Creation of permanent terraces and access improvements to the buildings.
- Roofing, framing, and foundation upgrades.
- Interior renovations including enhancements to walls, floors, ceilings, stairs, painting, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, lighting, and customer washrooms.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to companies located within the Montréal agglomeration. This includes businesses across all 19 boroughs and 15 suburban cities in the region.
- Businesses within the 19 boroughs of Montréal.
- Companies in the 15 suburban cities of the Montréal agglomeration.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted within the eligibility periods established for each year. Applications submitted outside these periods will be refused.
- Grants will be paid by cheque in a single instalment upon completion of the work and submission of the required documents.