We are actively partnering with other levels of government and delivering City-led funding programs to fast-track affordable housing development approvals. We are taking necessary and significant steps to address the housing crisis. Learn more about our programs and resources below.
Funding available for housing providers
Affordable Housing grants
Building affordable housing? Our Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan grants make it easier to add an affordable unit, turn vacant units into affordable ones, or build new affordable housing in Guelph.
Affordable Housing Seed Funding grants
Are you a not-for-profit interested in building affordable housing?
Explore seed funding to help you cover your pre-construction costs.
Property tax exemption
Wondering if you’re eligible for a property tax rebate or exemption? Find out about property tax rebates, deferrals, or exemptions available for eligible low- to moderate-income residents, not-for-profits and non-market housing providers.
Multi-Unit Accelerator Grant
Planning to build five or more housing units? Secure funds to accelerate your project timeline.
Apply between June 1 and July 5, 2026.
Funding received
Housing Accelerator Fund
The Federal Government awarded the City with $21.4 million to fund eight initiatives under the Council-approved Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) Action Plan.
Building Faster Fund
The Province has awarded the City with $4.68 million for meeting provincial housing targets. Funding will be invested in housing or community-enabling infrastructure.
Streamlining Development Approvals Fund
The Province has provided the City with $1.75 million to help modernize, streamline and accelerate processes for managing and approving housing applications.
Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund
The Province awarded the City $2.1 million to replace and improve water and wastewater infrastructure to enable 150 shovel-ready housing units in Guelph by 2027.
Other funding
Municipalities rely on specific sources of revenue to pay for the infrastructure needed to support a growing community, such as development charges, parkland dedication and property tax.