Centre for Housing Innovation Canada Accelerator Program 2025 – Applications Open

Deadline: March 16, 2025

The Centre for Housing Innovation (CHI) Canada Accelerator Program 2025 is now accepting applications. This six-month initiative supports innovative, scalable solutions in the housing and proptech sectors. As part of a nationwide effort, the program aims to tackle key challenges in housing, including affordability, sustainability, technology integration, and efficiency.

Launching on April 1, 2025, the CHI Accelerator will equip companies with the tools to drive advancements in housing productivity and sustainability. Each cohort will last six months, with at least four cohorts planned. Participants will benefit from mentorship, industry connections, investor introductions, and resources designed to accelerate their growth and impact.

Program Benefits

Companies selected for the CHI Accelerator will receive:

• Customized Mentorship: Monthly one-on-one meetings with program leads to track progress and resolve challenges. Biweekly Expert-in-Residence sessions will offer strategic guidance on business growth and industry trends.
• Training & Development: Access to CHI workshops featuring Skillhouse training modules focused on business and leadership skills. Monthly office hours with experts from GroundBreak Ventures, NGen, and CivicAction for additional support and insights.
• Networking & Exposure: Opportunities to engage with investors, industry leaders, and fellow entrepreneurs through networking events and mixers. The program concludes with a demo-day-style graduation meetup where participants can showcase their progress to key stakeholders.

Program Cost

The CHI Accelerator is completely free and does not take equity from participating companies.

Eligibility Criteria

The program is designed for Seed and Series A-stage companies that meet the following requirements:

• Offer an innovative solution that improves housing productivity and addresses industry challenges.
• Have demonstrated traction in Canada at the scaling or Seed/Series A stage.
• Include at least one full-time founder and a leadership team willing to engage in mentorship.
• Be incorporated in Canada or have plans to do so.
• Show a clear impact on the Canadian housing sector.

Startups from rural areas, Indigenous-led businesses, academia-based entrepreneurs, and those developing cutting-edge technologies may receive special consideration.

Application Details

The program primarily operates in a virtual format, with select in-person networking events and pitch opportunities. Participants may also access co-working and meeting spaces through DMZ’s network.

Click to Apply

For more details, visit the Centre for Housing Innovation Canada Accelerator Program.