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Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises

Municipal support for social economy enterprise real estate

Offered by
City of Montreal

Record updated

Funding available
$ 400,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Non-profit organizations (NPOs).
See full eligibility

Overview

The subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises supports Montréal NPOs and cooperatives for the acquisition, construction, renovation, or expansion of a building, with assistance of up to 400 000 $. It funds the purchase of a lot or building, eligible work, and certain professional fees.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$400,000
Financing goals
  • Renovate or expand facilities
  • Renovate or adapt facilities

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Montreal
  • Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
Non-profit candidates
Scope
Municipal

Receipt of requests is suspended

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Applications paused; waitlist in place

The program now says funding is exhausted, applications are suspended, and new requests can still be submitted to a waitlist for later review if funds return.

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The program page now says its funds are exhausted, application analysis is suspended, and submissions will be placed on a waitlist in order of receipt if funding becomes available again. This changes how applications are handled, but the page still allows new requests to be filed.

Official source: montreal.ca
October 14, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations (NPOs).
  • Cooperatives.

Eligible expenses

  • Cost of acquiring a lot or building.
  • Cost of eligible work for the renovation or construction of a building.
  • Professional service fees, including architecture, design, engineering, project management, urban planning, archaeology, or consulting expertise.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • The acquisition of a building whose deed of sale is signed before obtaining written eligibility notice from the Economic Development Department.
  • Work undertaken before obtaining written eligibility notice from the Economic Development Department.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Montréal agglomeration.
  • All boroughs of Montréal.

Activities funded

  • Acquisition of a building or a lot.
  • Construction of a building.
  • Renovation of a building.
  • Expansion of a building or premises.

How to apply

  • Fill out the Declaration - Charter of the French language form.
  • Gather the required documents for the relevant stream in digital format.
  • Fill out the application form and submit the required documents using the submission links provided for this purpose.

Documents Needed

  • Articles of incorporation of the enterprise.
  • Financial statements for the 2 latest fiscal years or, if the enterprise was incorporated less than one year ago, its business plan.
  • Declaration - Charter of the French language.
  • Stream 1 : promise of sale or purchase of the building signed by the social economy enterprise and by the seller; resolution of the board of directors authorizing submission of the application and designating an agent.
  • Stream 2 : itemized quote by line item; proof of ownership or, if you are a tenant, written authorization from the owner and copy of the lease; photos of the spaces concerned; resolution of the board of directors or power of attorney; favorable opinion regarding the financial feasibility of the financing package for a large project of 625 000 $ or more.

Processing and Agreement

  • Application review is suspended.
  • You can still submit an application. It will be placed on a waiting list.

Additional information

  • The program is part of an agreement between the Government of Québec and the City of Montréal and is governed by by-law RCG 21-019.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises Program

What is the Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises?

The subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises supports Montréal NPOs and cooperatives for the acquisition, construction, renovation, or expansion of a building, with assistance of up to 400 000 $. It funds the purchase of a lot or building, eligible work, and certain professional fees.

How much funding can be received?

Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises Funds up to $400,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises program?

To be eligible for the Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises program, you must: Be an NPO or cooperative in the Montréal agglomeration. Demonstrate at least 20 % in self-generated revenue from its activities as a social economy enterprise. Be the owner, future owner, or tenant of the building or premises in question.

What expenses are eligible under Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises?

Cost of acquiring a lot or building. Cost of eligible work for the renovation or construction of a building. Professional service fees, including architecture, design, engineering, project management, urban planning, archaeology, or consulting expertise.

Where is the Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises available?

The Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises?

Subsidy for buildings occupied by social economy enterprises is funded by City of Montreal