Government of Canada and FCM invest $85.5M through Green Municipal Fund

The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) announced $85.5 million in funding under the Sustainable Affordable Housing (SAH) stream of the Green Municipal Fund (GMF). This investment includes approximately $67.9 million for 21 capital and pilot projects and $17.6 million for planning and feasibility studies that will help communities of all sizes develop and scale innovative housing solutions that are affordable, energy efficient and climate-resilient.

“Making our homes and buildings more energy-efficient is one of the smartest ways we can cut emissions and lower energy bills. Through this $85.5-million investment, we are helping communities across Canada retrofit affordable housing and build new, climate-resilient units. Projects like the Sundance Housing Co-operative retrofit in Edmonton show how innovation in energy efficiency can make life more affordable for families while strengthening Canada’s clean energy future,” said Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.

One of the capital projects is a deep energy retrofit of 59 townhouse units that has been completed at the Sundance Housing Co-operative in Edmonton, Alberta. This pioneering project — based on the successful Dutch Energiesprong approach — will reduce total building energy use by up to 94 percent while allowing residents to remain in their homes during construction. It is the first panelized retrofit of its kind for a Canadian co-operative housing provider.

“Greener homes mean healthier communities and lower costs for families. By investing $85.5 million through the Green Municipal Fund’s Sustainable Affordable Housing stream, we’re helping communities across the country cut emissions, improve resilience, and deliver real climate solutions. Innovative projects like the Sundance Housing Co-operative retrofit in Edmonton show how affordable and climate resilient housing can go hand in hand. This is how we build a cleaner, stronger, and more sustainable Canada,” said Julie Dabrusin , Minister of Environment and Climate Change.

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