Off-reserve

Off First Nations

CMHC offers programs, financing techniques and information to meet the housing needs of First Nations, Métis and Inuit people living off-reserve.


Programs and Initiatives

  • EQuilibrium™ Sustainable Housing Demonstration Initiative
    This section provides additional information regarding the EQuilibrium™ Sustainable Housing Demonstration Initiative, including a description of its guiding principles, resource documents and a description for the twelve teams selected by CMHC to build pilot demonstration homes throughout Canada.
  • Direct Lending
    CMHC's Direct Lending Program provides financing and renewals for eligible social housing projects, offering the lowest average financing rate available.
  • Programs and Financial Assistance
    Under agreements for the Investment in Affordable Housing (IAH), federal funding is provided to provinces and territories through a single envelope, which combines the Government of Canada’s funding for off-reserve affordable housing and renovation programs. Initiatives may include new construction, renovation, homeownership assistance, rent supplements shelter allowances and accommodations for victims of family violence.


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