Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal?

You can contact City of Montreal (MTL).

Q: Where is the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal available?

The Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal program.

Last Update: August 7, 2025

Montréal, QC

Montréal subsidizes sustainable industrial building tax increases

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,000,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Management of companies and enterprises

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Closed

Overview

The Sustainable Industrial Buildings Program in Montréal provides a subsidy up to an annual cap of $1,000,000, aimed at promoting real-estate investment and sustainable development in industrial areas. Eligible activities include sustainable construction, expansion, or renovation of buildings used for manufacturing, aircraft maintenance, and other specified economic sectors.

Financing terms and conditions

100% subsidy on the general property tax increase for eligible work during the first three years.
80% subsidy on the general property tax increase for the fourth year and 60% for the fifth year.
An additional subsidy can increase support to 100% of the property tax increase for the fourth and fifth years if the building obtains Zero Carbon Building certification or is located in a key economic sector.
The annual subsidy is capped at $1,000,000 per year.

Activities funded

Construction of new industrial buildings adhering to sustainable development standards.
Expansion or renovation of existing industrial properties to meet recognized sustainability certifications.
Demolition and reconstruction projects incorporating sustainable building principles.
Conversion or enhancement of industrial premises to support high-potential economic sectors aligned with sustainable practices.
Development of rooftop greenhouses or indoor agriculture within industrial facilities.

Eligibility

The concerned building must be located in the Montreal agglomeration.
The building must be occupied by specific economic activities such as manufacturing, value-added logistics, computer systems design, or research and development.
For new buildings, it is necessary to obtain one of the recognized sustainable development certifications (LEED, BREEAM, HQE, Passive House, Living Building Challenge, Zero Carbon Building) or comply with the standards of the Building Code for timber-framed buildings.
For existing buildings, the project must obtain BOMA BEST certification or meet one of the conditions required for new buildings.

Who is eligible?

Manufacturing businesses
Aircraft maintenance, repair, and servicing companies
Film, video, and audio recording production firms
Architecture, engineering, and testing laboratories
Specialized design services
Computer system design and related services
Off-the-shelf software publishing
Data processing and hosting providers
Environmental consulting firms
Physical science, engineering, and life sciences research and development organizations
Head offices and regional offices
Rooftop greenhouse operators
Value-added logistics businesses
Agriculture and farming inside a building

Eligible expenses

Increase in general property taxes resulting from construction, expansion, renovation, or demolition-reconstruction work that meets sustainable development standards.

Eligible geographic areas

Agglomeration of Montréal

How to apply

Prepare the required documents

Fill out the application form.
Obtain proof of ownership or a signed purchase offer.
Request a valid modification or construction permit.

Submit the request

Send an email to the address batiments.industriels.durables@montreal.ca.
Attach the application form and all required documents to the email.

Receive the support

Contact the economic development commissioner of your borough.
Obtain assistance from the PME MTL representative in your territory.

Additional information

The program is allocated a total budget of $59.7 million over a period of 13 years.
If approved, project owners have up to three years to complete the eligible construction or renovation work.
An application form is available for download in PDF format.
Assistance is available from borough economic development commissioners or PME MTL representatives for applicants.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal?

Construction of new industrial buildings adhering to sustainable development standards. Expansion or renovation of existing industrial properties to meet recognized sustainability certifications. Demolition and reconstruction projects incorporating sustainable building principles. Conversion or enhancement of industrial premises to support high-potential economic sectors aligned with sustainable practices. Development of rooftop greenhouses or indoor agriculture within industrial facilities.

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal?

Who is eligible for the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal program?

To be eligible for the Sustainable industrial buildings subsidy - City of Montreal program, you must: The building must meet specific sustainable certification standards such as LEED, Living Building Challenge, BREEAM, HQE, Passive House, or Zero Carbon Building. Existing buildings can qualify if they obtain BOMA BEST certification or meet the criteria for new buildings. The building must be used for specific economic activities, such as manufacturing, aircraft maintenance, or environmental consulting services.