Plain meaning
A federal housing program intended to help municipalities and other governments change local systems so more housing can be built faster.
Also called
$4 billion Housing Accelerator Fund
HAF
Key points
- The program is administered through CMHC.
- Funding agreements often focus on zoning, permitting, land-use changes, and other measures intended to increase housing supply.
- The program is not a direct payment to homebuyers or renters.
- Announcements can affect local housing plans, municipal approvals, and expected supply.
Why it comes up
Housing articles often mention the fund when explaining how federal money, municipal reforms, and housing-supply targets connect.