Build Affordable Housing in Nova Scotia
Helio partners with municipalities, non-profits, and housing organizations to deliver affordable rental units through a fixed-price design-build model. From CMHC applications to keys in hand.
Funding Programs We Navigate
Federal and provincial programs that make affordable housing financially viable. We help you qualify and apply.
CMHC MLI Select
Up to 95% loan-to-value financing with reduced mortgage insurance premiums. Score points for energy efficiency, accessibility, and affordability commitments that our designs are pre-engineered to achieve.
Affordable Housing Development Program (AHDP)
Provincial grants for projects delivering below-market rental units. Our fixed-price model provides the budget certainty grant applications require for approval.
Land for Housing Initiative
Surplus public land made available for housing development. We help municipalities and non-profits turn underutilized parcels into rent-ready buildings in under 12 months.
How Helio Helps
A design-build partner built for the realities of affordable housing development.
Fixed-Price Certainty
Grant applications need precise budgets. Our fixed-price model from $160K/unit eliminates cost uncertainty, strengthening funding proposals and protecting project viability from material price fluctuations. Explore pricing configurations →
Design-Build Speed
6-month construction timeline from permit to occupancy. One team, one contract. Faster than traditional procurement, meaning tenants move in sooner and revenue starts earlier.
CMHC-Ready Designs
Our building designs are pre-engineered to qualify for MLI Select scoring criteria: energy efficiency, accessibility standards, and affordability commitments built into every plan.
Municipal Partnership Experience
We understand zoning, development agreements, and regulatory requirements across Nova Scotia municipalities. Our team handles permitting and municipal approvals so you can focus on community outcomes.
Explore Our Tools
Free resources to help plan your affordable housing project.
Municipal Housing Guide
85+ page strategy guide for municipal leaders on affordable housing development in Nova Scotia.
NSNPHA Calculator
Comprehensive affordable housing calculator with AMI calculations, funding gap analysis, and viability assessment.
Housing Navigator
Interactive tool to explore affordable housing options by location, building type, and funding program eligibility.
ROI Calculator
Model unit economics, cash-on-cash returns, and equity creation for your rental property investment.
Request a Partnership Discussion
For municipal leaders, non-profit housing organizations, and community groups exploring affordable housing development.
Also explore our Municipal Housing Strategy Guide and NSNPHA Calculator.
Build Affordable Housing Together
Fixed pricing. Guaranteed timelines. CMHC-ready designs. Let's solve your community's housing challenge.
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