Public lands for homes
Canada Public Land Bank
There are currently 70 properties listed, representing the potential for construction of thousands of housing units on a total of 385 hectares of land across Canada.
385 hectares of land is equal to approximately:
Properties were selected because of their suitability for housing development. We are continuing to review federal surplus and underutilized properties, as well as actively working with partners to identify more properties for development. If you are aware of a federal property that is currently not in use and has housing potential, please email us the location and a brief proposal at terrainspublics-publiclands@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca (this email is not secure; don’t include personal information, such as telephone, address, SIN, financial, medical or work details). You can also provide us with ideas directly from the public land mapping tool.
All properties included in the tool will be ready to be released as soon as possible.
Interactive map
An interactive map was launched to:
- list federal properties available for housing development
- display our portfolio review
- provide an opportunity for interested parties to view and enquire about specific properties
Information on properties
Users can view the details of individual properties, such as:
- location
- size
- demographic information
- access to public transit
- how to submit an enquiry
The map may not work on your mobile device. For the best experience, use a computer.
Reconciliation
Properties on this list are in various stages of the disposal process. Each property requires different levels of engagement and consultation. Discussions are already taking place with Indigenous communities and organizations regarding some of these properties, and additional discussions will continue into the future. The government will honour known interests and previous commitments and Section 35 Constitutional obligations (including those related to asserted or established aboriginal or treaty rights). We will also engage with Indigenous rights holders, communities and developers on housing and economic opportunities that the Public Lands for Homes Plan may present.
The government remains committed to meaningful consultation and coordination with Indigenous communities and organizations. We are working to ensure that the Public Lands for Homes Plan is applied in a way that recognizes and promotes Indigenous rights and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, and that we fulfill our Crown’s duty to consult with Indigenous Peoples.
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