$13 Billion in Government Funding for Affordable Housing
What is Build Canada Homes?
Build Canada Homes is a new federal housing program with $13 billion in government funding for businesses, indigenous organizations, and not-for-profit housing providers to accelerate the construction of affordable, sustainable housing across Canada. By providing financing, unlocking public lands, and prioritizing innovative building methods, the program ensures more Canadians have access to sustainable, affordable, and climate-resilient homes.
Key Program Features
Unlocking Public Lands
Canada Lands Company assets are being transferred under Build Canada Homes.
Reduces land costs and enables large-scale affordable housing projects nationwide.
Affordable Financing for Builders
Long-term, low-cost financing to private developers and non-profit housing providers.
Supports bulk approvals and multi-year projects.
Prioritizes deeply affordable units, supportive and transitional housing, Indigenous housing, and homes for middle-income Canadians.
Innovative, Sustainable, and Modular Construction
Focus on factory-built and modular housing in Canada, mass timber, and other sustainable construction methods.
Supports use of Canadian wood, steel, aluminum, and recycled or low-emission materials.
Promotes integration of low-carbon, net-zero, and climate-resilient technologies.
Boosting Canadian Industry and Jobs
Implementation of Buy Canadian policy implemented to strengthen domestic supply chains.
Supports Canadian manufacturers of modular and factory-built housing.
Facilitates new high-paying, sustainable jobs in construction and manufacturing.
Partnerships for Greater Impact
Collaboration with provinces, territories, municipalities, Indigenous communities, and private developers.
Housing for diverse populations, including students, seniors, and Indigenous households.
Why Build Canada Homes Matters
By combining financing, public land, and modern construction methods, Build Canada Homes will help double the pace of housing construction over the next decade. The program directly addresses homelessness, expands affordable housing supply, and transforms Canada’s housing industry into a more innovative, sustainable, and resilient sector.
Ready to Build with Federal Support?
As part of its effort to support affordable housing, the federal government is releasing public lands and providing $13 billion in financing.
Reach out today to see how your business can benefit from this funding opportunity.
Build Canada Homes FAQ
1. How much funding has been allocated for the program?
The program is launching with $13 billion in capitalization to finance large-scale housing projects.
2. Who can apply for funding?
Private developers, non-profit housing providers, Indigenous organizations, and community housing groups can apply for funding.
3. What types of housing will be prioritized?
In particular, deeply affordable housing, supportive and transitional housing, Indigenous housing, and homes for middle-income Canadians will be prioritized.
4. How does the program support Canadian businesses?
By adopting a Buy Canadian approach for materials such as wood, steel, aluminum, and mass timber, the program strengthens domestic supply chains and supports Canadian manufacturers.
5. What construction methods are supported?
The program emphasizes factory-built and modular housing, along with low-carbon and net-zero technologies to cut costs, emissions, and construction timelines.
6. How does Build Canada Homes differ from other housing programs?
Unlike traditional initiatives, Build Canada Homes combines public land development, affordable financing, industrial strategy, and sustainability into one program—helping build faster, cheaper, and greener.
* For additional details and information, please consult the program guide.
Get Help Securing Build Canada Homes Funding
The Build Canada Homes program represents one of the largest federal housing initiatives in Canadian history, creating opportunities for developers, manufacturers, and non-profit providers. If your organization is exploring government funding for business, affordable housing development, or innovative construction projects, we can help.
Access low-cost capital for large housing projects
Leverage public lands to reduce costs
Grow with government funding
Contact us today to explore how your organization can take advantage of this program and other government funding for business opportunities.
