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Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH)
Municipal water infrastructure support for housing projects
Offered by
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
September 18, 2026
Opened July 2, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The FIERH supports municipal bodies in Quebec with financial assistance for municipal drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure tied to housing development. It has two streams, one for affordable housing construction and one for housing supply growth, and it covers works linked to reference housing projects or new housing located within the urbanization perimeter.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Municipal drinking water infrastructure works.
- Municipal wastewater infrastructure works.
- Municipal stormwater infrastructure works.
Documents Needed
- Presentation form for each project.
- Resolution of the municipal council.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local municipalities.
- Central agglomeration municipalities.
- Regional county municipalities (MRCs).
- Metropolitan communities.
- Intermunicipal boards.
Eligible expenses
- Drinking water infrastructure works.
- Wastewater infrastructure works.
- Stormwater infrastructure works.
Eligible geographic areas
- Within the urbanization perimeter
How to apply
- Use the FIERH online service, which is available only during the call for projects.
- Complete a presentation form for each project.
- Attach a resolution of the municipal council and any other required documents.
- Submit one or more requests through the FIERH online service.
Processing and Agreement
- Beneficiaries must periodically report expenses already incurred and upcoming expenses for all works subsidized by the FIERH.
- The final expense claim is submitted at the end of the works.
- The final claim includes all recognized eligible expenses for the works provided in the funding agreement.
- The final claim is analyzed to verify the eligibility of expenses.
Additional information
- Access to the FIERH online service is through the PGAMR with clicSÉQUR Entreprises credentials.
- Municipal staff registered in the PGAMR with a clicSÉQUR user automatically have access to the service.
- Consulting firms, consultants, and collaborators can access the service by registering in the PGAMR and being added as mandataries by the municipality.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH) Program
What is the Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH)?
The FIERH supports municipal bodies in Quebec with financial assistance for municipal drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure tied to housing development. It has two streams, one for affordable housing construction and one for housing supply growth, and it covers works linked to reference housing projects or new housing located within the urbanization perimeter.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is September 18, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH) program?
To be eligible for the Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH) program, you must:
The applicant must be an eligible municipal body.
For Stream 1, the municipal water works must be linked to a reference housing project with an eligible funding commitment in the previous 12 months.
For Stream 2, the new housing project must be located within the urbanization perimeter.
What expenses are eligible under Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH)?
Municipal drinking water infrastructure works.
Municipal wastewater infrastructure works.
Municipal stormwater infrastructure works.
Who can I contact for more information about the Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH)?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at fierh@mamh.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at +1-418-691-2005.
Where is the Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH) available?
The Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Water Infrastructure Funding Program for the Construction of Affordable Housing (FIERH) is a Grant and Funding