Grants and Funding in Agriculture in Canada
Canada's agriculture sector benefits from grants and funding that support innovation and sustainability.
Canada's agriculture sector receives significant support through various grants and funding programs aimed at enhancing innovation and sustainability. These financial aids not only help farmers and agribusinesses improve their practices but also ensure the long-term growth and resilience of the industry.
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Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
La Vallée-du-Richelieu Agricultural Microcredit Fund
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuInterest-free loans for agricultural business development in Vallée-du-Richelieu
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
RCM de la Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Futurpreneur Canada
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuFunding, mentorship, and support for young business founders
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
CRIBIQ — INNOV-R
Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)Innovative GHG reduction through collaboration in bioeconomy in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpening Soon
RCM Vallée-Du-Richelieu — Fonds de soutien à l'entrepreneuriat
RCM Vallée-Du-RichelieuFinancial support for business development in Vallée-du-Richelieu
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Local Investment Fund (FLI) – Local Solidarity Fund (FLS)
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréLocal funds support startups and expanding businesses with loans
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Bellechasse — Bellechasse Agri-Food Investment Fund (FIAB)
MRC de BellechasseAgri-food financial aid for small Bellechasse enterprises
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Tax CreditsOpen
Ecological Gift Program
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)Offers tax incentives for donating ecologically sensitive land
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Ville de La Tuque — RRF stream 2 - Support for local and regional development skills
Ville de La TuqueLocal and regional development support through MRC priorities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Les Appalaches — FRR Part 4
MRC des AppalachesSupports municipal collaboration and revitalization in designated areas
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Charlevoix-Est — Sustainable Forest Management Program
MRC Charlevoix-EstSustainable forest management program for Capitale-Nationale region
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Genome British Columbia — GeneSolve Program
Genome British ColumbiaSupports genomics research to solve sector challenges in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Business Scale-Up and Productivity
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Financing to accelerate growth in the Prairies
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund (FRCN) – Île d’Orléans Stream
MRC L'Île-d'OrléansFunding support for projects on Île d’Orléans
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — FLI/FLS
MRC Thérèse de BlainvilleFinancial support for business development in Thérèse-De Blainville
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Alberta Agricultural Societies Program
Government of AlbertaFunding for agricultural societies to repair infrastructure
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Tax CreditsOpen
Federal Logging Tax Credit
Government of CanadaTax credit for provincial logging tax paid by logging operators
Eligible Funding
- Up to 7% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Northern Ontario Development Program — Community Economic Development
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)Funding for Northern Ontario community economic development
Eligible Funding
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Beauce-Centre — Local Investment Funds (FLI-FLS)
MRC Beauce-CentreFLI-FLS supports businesses in Beauce-Centre with funding
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Vallée-de-l’Or — Regions and Rurality Fund – Component 3 – Market Gardening Program
MRC La Vallée-de-l'OrInnovation fund for regional economic development and agriculture
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Fjord-du-Saguenay — Development Optimisation Fund
MRC Fjord-du-SaguenayDevelopment support fund for Fjord-du-Saguenay organizations
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $3,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support
La Financière agricole (FADQ)Money for supply-management production in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation

Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Support program for the development of reserved designations and promotional terms — Component 2
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Support for Reserved Designations Implementation Program
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Caniapiscau — FDE
MRC de CaniapiscauCaniapiscau supports entrepreneurial and social economic development
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Matane — Green Fund Program
City of MataneFinancial assistance for sustainable and environmentally friendly projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Transportation and warehousing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Social Economy Business Development Fund (FDEES)
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréSupports social economy businesses in MRC de La Côte-de-Beaupré
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
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Grants in agriculture provide essential funding for farmers to innovate and adopt sustainable practices. These financial aids support the growth and resilience of the agricultural sector.

Grant and FundingClosed
Financial assistance to promote food security in northern communities
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports food production and preservation projects in northern Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 275,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
MAPAQ — Prime-Vert — Component 3.3
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Supports agricultural environmental practices testing for Quebec farmers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Genomics integration program – Agriculture and biofood, forestry and environment
Génome QuébecSupports partnerships integrating genomics into agriculture, forestry, and environment solutions
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Les Appalaches — Water quality improvement fund
MRC des AppalachesSupports sustainable water quality improvement projects near MRC waterways
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund (FAE) – Stream 3
MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)Financial support for innovation, export, succession, and professional services
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund (FRCN)
MRC PortneufPortneuf's investment fund supports regional economic development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC La Jacques-Cartier — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund
MRC La Jacques-CartierFRCN supports economic development in Capitale-Nationale region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Grant and FundingArchived
Sustainable Development Support Program for Mining Sector Companies — Stream C
Ministère des Ressources naturelles et des Forêts (MRNF)Supports peat industry sustainability certification efforts
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Saguenay Promotion — FRR – Business Support
Promotion SaguenaySupports business startup, acquisition, expansion, and succession projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)
Thetford Region Economic Development CorporationBusiness loans for startups, growth, and productivity in Thetford
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)Funding for awareness projects of ZEVs, stations and clean fuels
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Témiscouata — Signature Innovation Fund - Component 3 - Rurality and Region Fund
MRC TémiscouataProgram supports innovation in Témiscouata's maple industry
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 218,798 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC Sept-Rivières — Support for entrepreneurship (SE)
MRC de Sept-RivièresFinancial support for local entrepreneurs and social economy projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation

Tax CreditsOpen
Return of fuel charge proceeds to farmers tax credit
Government of CanadaRefundable tax credit for farming businesses' eligible fuel expenses
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC de D’Autray — Business Development Program
MRC de D'AutrayEconomic development support for businesses in MRC de D’Autray
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
MRC Montmagny — Regions and Rurality Fund (FRR)
MRC de MontmagnyRegional and rural development grant for Quebec municipalities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Business BuyoutInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Microcredit Fund – Microcredit Côte-de-Beaupré / Charlevoix
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréEmpowerment through microcredit for Côte-de-Beaupré entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Sustainable Growth Investment — Agri-Environmental Enhancement of Cultivated Land
La Financière agricole (FADQ)Grants to maximize the value of cultivated land in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
AgriInvest
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Matching funding to mitigate on-farm risks
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Biofood market development program — Component 1
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Quebec agri-food industry support for institutional market access
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC La Nouvelle-Beauce — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
MRC de La Nouvelle-BeauceSupport for job creation and business growth in Nouvelle-Beauce
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $250,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MRC L'Islet — Local investment fund (FLI / FLS)
MRC de L'IsletLocal funds support business startup, expansion, and consolidation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC Nicolet-Yamaska — Signature project (FRR part 3)
MRC Nicolet-YamaskaEcological transition projects for Quebec's MRCs development
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) — Alberta
Genome AlbertaFunding support for commercializing genomics research innovations in Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $2,000,000
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Employment stabilization
Gouvernement du QuébecFunding to create stable regular jobs in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
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Grant and FundingClosed
MRC Deux-Montagnes — Regional and Rural Fund (FRR) – Stream 3
MRC Deux-MontagnesSupports regional projects enhancing public access to water resources
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Beauce-Centre MRC — Optimization Assistance Program
MRC Beauce-CentreOffers business optimization support in Beauce-Centre region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC L'Islet — Support Fund for Structural Projects (FSPS)
MRC de L'IsletFSPS supports socio-economic projects in L’Islet region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
MRC La Matapédia — Regions and Rurality Fund of La Matapédia - Structuring Projects Support Policy
MRC La MatapédiaSupport for transformational projects in La Matapédia region
Eligible Funding
- From $5,001 to $25,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Protein Industries Canada — Artificial Intelligence
Protein Industries CanadaAccelerating the translation of AI research into commercial innovations, benefiting Canada's plant-based and agrifood sector.
Eligible Funding
- Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Rouyn-Noranda — FLI Succession
City of Rouyn-NorandaFunding tools for enterprise growth in Rouyn-Noranda
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutDigital Transformation

Tax CreditsOpen
Agricultural property tax credit program
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Provides financial relief for agricultural property tax expenses
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsArchived
Next Generation of Jobs Fund
Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade (ON)Supports green job creation and environmental sustainability in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Small Business Energy Solutions
Efficiency Nova ScotiaRebates and financing for small business energy upgrades
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Funding for the Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
Canada Water Agency (CWA)Supports projects improving Fraser River Basin water quality and ecosystem health
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 1.1
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports territorial and sectoral planning for Quebec's agri-food sector
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $50,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Greening Partnership Grant
City of TorontoSupports tree planting and stewardship on private Toronto land
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $100,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Financial assistance to develop the production, processing and marketing of Nordic biofood products
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Supports northern Quebec biofood production, processing, and marketing initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Community Interaction Program — Study/action projects
Government of CanadaMoney for study and action projects in the St. Lawrence ecosystem
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
AgriAssurance Program — National Industry Association
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Funding for agriculture and agri-food health and safety systems
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Micro-Loan Program
Government of Prince Edward IslandMicro-loans for PEI entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Other SupportOpen
Technology Access Centres (TAC)
Tech-Access Canada (TAC)Access specialized technology, equipment and expertise
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Growing Greenhouses Program
Government of AlbertaSupports year-round food production through greenhouse and vertical farm upgrades
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000,000 to $4,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC)
Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)The Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) provides coordinated funding for agriculture and food research and innovation projects in Alberta.
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Indian Business Corporation Services
Indian Business CorporationLoans for First Nations' businesses in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Climate Action Grants
City of TorontoSupports Indigenous-led climate action for Toronto’s urban Indigenous community
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Sustainable Growth Investment — Young Entrepreneurs
La Financière agricole (FADQ)Money for youth-owned agri-businesses in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building
Protein Industries CanadaEnhancing Canada's plant protein industry through capacity building
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $150,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund – Atlantic innovation, infrastructure or science partnerships funding
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)Funding for innovation, infrastructure and science projects in the Atlantic
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
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Grant and FundingClosed
Entrepreneurial Assistance Program (PAEN)
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)Supports entrepreneurship development and innovative business growth in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Human ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream
Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)Money for agri-food equipment and assets acquisition
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
E-tools for Exporting
LearnSphereMoney to help Atlantic Canada businesses export
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $15,000
- Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – For-profit
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Supports kosher and halal meat industry standards
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Exploring biomass pathways stream
Government of OntarioOntario's Forest Biomass Program: fostering sustainable economic growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 130,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Biofood Innovation Program Component 4 – Financial support for innovation partnership initiatives
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Supports collaborative innovation partnerships in Quebec's biofood sector
Eligible Funding
- From $50,000 to $901,700
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA)
Public Safety Canada (PSC)Provides federal financial assistance for large-scale natural disaster recovery
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsArchived
Aboriginal Business Loans — Youth and Womens Loans
UlnoowegLoans for Indigenous youth and women entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Community Interaction Program — Study projects
Government of CanadaMoney for study projects on the St. Lawrence ecosystem
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
AgriStability — Saskatchewan
Government of SaskatchewanInsurance to protect farming operations
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program
Efficiency Nova ScotiaSupports Nova Scotian farms adopting sustainable energy-efficient practices
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Agriculture Wildlife Program (AWP)
Government of British ColumbiaCompensation for crop losses caused by specific wildlife species
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Caribou Conservation Stewardship Program (CCSP) 2025-26
Government of OntarioSupports Boreal Caribou conservation through habitat restoration and research
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
The Newfoundland and Labrador Disaster Financial Assistance Program (NL-DFAP)
Government of Newfoundland and LabradorProvides financial aid for uninsurable disaster-related damages and losses
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Sustainable New Agri-Food Products & Productivity Program — Productivity Enhancement
Rural Agri-Innovation Network (RAIN)Support for agriculture and food producers and businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Tax CreditsOpen
British Columbia logging tax credit
BC Ministry of FinanceTax credit for income from logging operations in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Water Program — On-farm irrigation stream
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)Funding to enhance water management on Alberta farms
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
CAAIN — 2024 Smart Farm Network Competition
Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)Develop smart farm networks for Canadian agtech innovation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF) — Project Readiness
Government of British ColumbiaSupport for manufacturing companies in BC
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Canada-Québec initiative to help mitigate the impact of excess rainfall in Québec in 2023 on certain regions and agricultural productions
La Financière agricole (FADQ)Financial aid for farms affected by 2023 Québec rainfall
Eligible Funding
- From $75 to $350,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Advisory Services Program — Component 2 – Support for the dissemination of information and business co-development activities
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports sharing information and business co-development in agriculture
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
MRC La Côte-de-Beaupré — Young Promoters Fund (FJP)
MRC La Côte-de-BeaupréFonds Jeunes Promoteurs supports young Quebec entrepreneurs' growth
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Biofood Innovation Program Component 3 – Business innovation in the commercial fisheries and aquaculture sector
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Supports applied innovation in Quebec's fisheries and aquaculture sector
Eligible Funding
- From $20,000 to $210,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Grassroots Growth Program
Government of OntarioFunding for agricultural and rural community initiatives in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
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