The governments of Canada and Quebec announced a strengthened partnership aimed at accelerating housing construction and ensuring the coordinated rollout of Build Canada Homes in Quebec. Through a new joint Collaboration Table, the two governments will work together to fund affordable housing projects aligned with shared priorities, streamline and accelerate approval processes, and improve coordination among government, municipal, and community partners.

“Too many families in Quebec are still searching for a home that meets their needs,” said Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure. “Municipalities need reliable, well‑adapted infrastructure to make that possible. By working closely with the Government of Quebec, we’re creating the conditions to speed up homebuilding, remove barriers, and deliver real solutions for communities. Thanks to these investments, we’re supporting sustainable development and giving communities the tools they need to build homes and neighbourhoods where everyone can thrive.”

Recognizing that faster residential construction requires major infrastructure investments, Canada and Quebec also announced the signing of the Agreement on the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF). Under this agreement, the federal government will invest nearly $1 billion, which Quebec can allocate according to its own guidelines and regional needs to modernize and expand essential infrastructure—particularly drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems—needed to support new housing developments.

This integrated approach is expected to boost housing supply, support municipal growth, and strengthen economic vitality across the province.

“The agreement announced today is a major step forward for housing,” said Caroline Proulx, Minister Responsible for Housing. “It is significant and fully respects Quebec’s jurisdiction, priorities, and legislative framework. It builds on the various agreements reached in recent years between our two governments which, taken together, form a comprehensive package designed to deliver the fastest possible support to low‑ and modest‑income households seeking housing in Quebec. Above all, this latest agreement reaffirms our shared commitment to act quickly, decisively—and to do even more.”