Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced the dates for a new intake for applications through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program.
This will be the third intake under the Program, which sees the federal government invest in retrofits, repairs, and upgrades to existing community buildings - making them greener and more accessible - as well as the construction of new publicly accessible ones in underserved communities.
Examples of these buildings from earlier rounds of funding include cultural and recreation centres, libraries, and Indigenous lodges for elders in their communities. From places like Science World in Vancouver, the Sports Complex in Whitby, to spaces like the deCoste Centre in Pictou - investments through this fund ensure that Canadians can keep enjoying their communities at energy-efficient and modern facilities.
The online application portal will be open on August 1, 2024, for small and medium retrofit projects, and on September 4, 2024, for large retrofit projects and new builds. Both intake streams will close on October 16, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., ET.
The federal government recognizes the importance of community spaces and remains committed to strengthening and revitalizing Canadian communities, ensuring we remain connected through common interest and shared spaces.
