Bill C-20: Build Canada Homes Act
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Received royal assent on .
Now law — comes into force in stages
What this bill does
This Act creates Build Canada Homes as a federal Crown corporation with up to $11.5 billion in funding to increase the supply of affordable housing in Canada and promote innovative and efficient construction methods. The corporation can develop land, construct homes, provide financial assistance and loan guarantees, invest in housing projects, and partner with other governments and private entities.
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- Bill number
- C-20
- Type
- House Government Bill
- Current chamber
- Both
- Jurisdiction
- Federal
- Session
- 45-1
- Takes effect
- In stages from July 7, 2026