Modular Construction Expansion in Canada

planned/scaling up

A report by RBC Thought Leadership highlights the potential of modern methods of construction (MMC), including modular construction, to address Canada's housing affordability crisis by accelerating homebuilding, lowering costs, and easing labor shortages. The report emphasizes the need for coordinated action across government, industry, and finance to scale MMC, including harmonized building codes, faster municipal approvals, procurement policies prioritizing modular housing, and financing tools tailored to off-site construction. Several Canadian organizations are already expanding their use of off-site construction, such as Caivan producing modular homes and Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area using modular construction for affordable housing projects.