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.
739 opportunities available

Grant and FundingClosed
Emerging Farmers Award
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports young agricultural entrepreneurs demonstrating innovation and community impact
Eligible Funding
- From $3,500 to $7,500
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
RDAR — Irrigation Targeted Call
Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)Enhance Alberta's irrigation productivity, efficiency, and environmental stewardship
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Aquatic habitat quality improvement (AQHA)
Quebec Wildlife FoundationSupports aquatic habitat conservation, restoration, and improvement projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% 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
Seafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)
Perennia Food and Agriculture CorporationSupports Nova Scotia seafood businesses in expanding market access
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 99,900 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation

Expert AdviceClosed
Advisory Services Program — Component 3 – Support for the development of advisors’ skills and expertise
Gouvernement du QuébecStrengthening advisory skills for agricultural and agri-food sectors
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Organic Certification Rebate Program
Government of Nova ScotiaFunding to help farms become certified organic
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Rural, Remote and Indigenous Food Action grants
Northern Health AuthoritySupports Indigenous community food security initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Potato Stabilization and Innovation initiative (PSII)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)Supports modernization and diversification of Prince Edward Island’s potato sector
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
International Development Assistance Program
Global Affairs Canada (GAC)Supports international poverty reduction and development initiatives abroad
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Tax CreditsOpen
Farm Property Class Tax Rate Program
AgricorpProvides reduced property tax rates for eligible Ontario farmland owners
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
AgriAssurance Program — Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Funding to address agribusiness market and regulatory requirements
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

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Canadian Agriculture Technology Innovation R&D Partnering Delegation to Brazil
Government of CanadaSupports Canadian agtech SMEs in R&D collaboration with Brazil
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Small Business Recovery (SBR) Consulting Rebate
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT)Consulting cost rebate supporting small and medium business recovery
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Sustainable Food Systems Grants
City of VancouverSupports community projects advancing equitable and sustainable food systems
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
NB PowerSupports energy-efficient commercial and industrial new building projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
FortisBC — Custom Performance Program
FortisBCThe Custom Efficiency Program by FortisBC offers funding to significantly enhance energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in industrial, commercial, and agricultural facilities.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Innovative Enterprise Program
Economic Development Pierre-De Saurel (DEPS)Funding for robotization, automation, and business process projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 38,000 $
- Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
PrairiesCan — Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE)
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Funding to support business growth in the Prairies
Eligible Funding
- 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
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingOpen
FESBC — 2025-27 Wildfire Risk Reduction Funding
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC)Supports wildfire risk reduction projects on provincial crown land
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
CQRDA — PARTENAR-IA — Business
Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA)Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI, using aluminium
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
B.C. — Agri-Business Planning Program
Government of British ColumbiaSupports business planning for B.C. agriculture and food sectors
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $22,500
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Emerging Talent Awards as part of the 2025 Rendez-vous Génome Québec
Génome QuébecAwards recognizing excellence among early career genomics researchers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
AgriStability — Prince Edward Island
Government of Prince Edward IslandInsurance to protect farming operations in Prince Edward Islands
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 400 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout

Grant and FundingOpen
Firesmart Community Grants Program (FCGP)
Indigenous Services CanadaSupports wildfire preparedness and mitigation for First Nations communities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP)
Saskatchewan Food Industry Development CentreSupports Saskatchewan agri-food businesses developing innovative value-added products
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
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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.

Tax CreditsOpen
Atlantic Investment Tax Credit
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)Supports investments in Atlantic Canada's new buildings and equipment
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Expert AdviceOpen
Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in Yukon
Innovation CanadaPersonalized advisory services for innovators in Yukon
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovationDigital Transformation

Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund
Perennia Food and Agriculture CorporationSupports transformative, innovative projects in Nova Scotia's seafood and agriculture
Eligible Funding
- From $500,000 to $1,125,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)
Government of OntarioFunding for agri-food local labour strategies through pilot projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Edible Trees
Tree CanadaSupports community planting of edible trees and shrubs
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
PRIMA — Call For Projects In Artificial Intelligence And Quantum Technologies
Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)Funding for AI and quantum technology innovation projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Agtech Growth Fund
Government of SaskatchewanFunding for agtech R&D projects in Saskatchewan
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 450,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program — Collaboration projects
Government of OntarioFunding for collaborative forestry projects in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000,000 to $3,000,000
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Cash Advance Program
Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA)Low-interest and interest-free cash advances for farm working capital
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
VQA Wine Support Program
AgricorpSupports Ontario wineries in growing sales and tourism activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Canada United Small Business Relief Fund
Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC)Grant supports small businesses' COVID-19 operational adjustments
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Credit Lines
Farm Credit Canada (FCC)Loans for agriculture, agribusiness and food & beverage businesses
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation

Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Fishing Licence Loan Program
Government of Nova ScotiaLoan to purchase fishing licence and gear in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Innovates — Clean Resources
Alberta InnovatesFosters economic growth, environmental sustainability, and innovation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Farmland Financing Program — Up to 150 Acres
Government of Prince Edward IslandLoan to purchase farm land in Prince Edward Island
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Other SupportOpen
CCC — International Prime Contractor
Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC)Help Canadian businesses win more government business abroad
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
ECO Canada — Digital Skills for Youth
ECO CanadaSubsidy for SMEs to hire interns
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 18,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Canadian Agricultural Loans Act program
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Loan guarantee for farmers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.2
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports Quebec agricultural fairs hosting provincial livestock judging finals
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 95,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Whalesafe Gear Adoption Fund
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)Funding for Canadian manufacturers of whalesafe gear
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Pierre Péladeau Scholarships
AsterXFunding and support for innovative university student entrepreneurs in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
AgriMarketing Program — National Industry Associations
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Funding to increase international agrimarket opportunities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund — Small Businesses or Entrepreneurs Developing Agri-tech and Cleantech Solutions
ventureLABFunding for agri-tech and cleantech solutions in York Region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support
Government of the Northwest TerritoriesFunding for strategic sector research in the Northwest Territories
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
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Support program for the development of reserved designations and promotional terms — Component 3
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Certification support for Quebec's designations and valorized terms
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingOpen
Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP)
Ontario GenomicsGenomic Applications Partnership Program funds genomics-derived R&D projects
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $6,000,000
- Up to 1% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1
Agriculture for LifePromote Alberta agriculture career awareness and opportunities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
2 Billion Trees Program
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)Funding for tree-planting projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Fish and Seafood Opportunities Fund
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)Funding for fish and seafood businesses
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
Light Reflecting Materials Program
Government of British ColumbiaMoney for tree fruit producers in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $30,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingClosed
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund
Efficiency Nova ScotiaSupports energy efficiency and innovation in Nova Scotia fisheries
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Agri-food Funding
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (NWT)Funds NWT agriculture initiatives improving competitiveness innovation and resilience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow
District3Montréal innovation hub
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingOpen
Risk Management and Food Safety
Government of New BrunswickFunding for assurance systems in New Brunswick agriculture
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 FundingClosed
Market Opportunities and Diversification Program
Government of Nova ScotiaFunding to help producers with local and export activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Aquaculture Capital Equity Program
Government of Newfoundland and LabradorNewfoundland and Labrador commercial aquaculture funding
Eligible Funding
- From $250,000 to $250,000
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
Food Security and Supply Chain Fund
Government of OntarioSupports agri-food sector resilience and workforce development in Ontario
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
AgriScience Program — Projects – Not-for-profit
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Funding for pre-commercial agriculture and agri-food science
Eligible Funding
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Genome Funding Opportunities
Genome British ColumbiaGenomics research funding competitions
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Money to develop or improve agricultural technology
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Biofood Innovation Program Component 5 – Support for knowledge transfer and dissemination
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Promotes knowledge transfer and adoption in the biofood sector
Eligible Funding
- From $8,000 to $143,750
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Hydro-Québec program for the enhancement of natural environments
Quebec Wildlife FoundationSupports the conservation and enhancement of Quebec's natural habitats
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 100% 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 FundingClosed
Alberta — Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)Supports Alberta producers in implementing sustainable land management practices
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $300,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Vessel Loan Program
Government of Nova ScotiaLoans for fishing vessels, engines and equipment in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Territorial and sectoral development program — Stream 2.2
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Supports priority biofood sector projects in designated Quebec territories
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $250,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen
Synchronex
CCTT Network - SynchronexResearch centres and technical experts across Quebec
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingClosed
Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.1
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports annual agricultural exhibitions and animal judging activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 225,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
VERGE Capital — Breakthrough Fund
Government of OntarioLoans for social enterprises in Southwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation

Expert AdviceOpen
Indigenous Pathfinder Service
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Advice about business support and opportunities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingClosed
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund (EIF) — Non-Profits that Serve Underrepresented Communities
ventureLABFunding for non-profit organizations in York Region
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Information and cultural industries
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
RDAR — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)Supports Alberta farmers adopting sustainable on-farm climate practices
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $75,000
- Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Expert AdviceOpen
Alberta Innovates — Technology Development Advisors (TDA)
Government of AlbertaFree advice for Alberta tech SMEs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Funding to enhance Canadian kosher and halal meat exports
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization

Grant and FundingClosed
Organic Industry Development — Specialized Equipment
Government of Prince Edward IslandFunding for specialized equipment in Prince Edward Island for organic farming
Eligible Funding
- From $400 to $60,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Technology

Grant and FundingClosed
ERA — 2025 Industrial Transformation Challenge
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)Funding innovative technologies for Alberta's industrial transformation
Eligible Funding
- From $500,000 to $15,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
STIP — Resource Road Program
Government of AlbertaFunds municipal roads for industrial growth through cost-sharing
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Rangeland Sustainability Program (RSP)
Government of AlbertaSupports collaborative projects for sustainable rangeland management in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Alberta Innovates — Tech2Farm
Alberta InnovatesSupports Alberta SMEs to commercialize innovative agri-tech solutions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Ministerial initiative “Agricultural succession and entrepreneurship”
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)Supports young Quebecers starting or taking over agricultural businesses
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $25,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout

Grant and FundingClosed
Bee BC Program
Government of British ColumbiaFinancial support for B.C. beekeeping and Indigenous organizations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Environmental Solutions
Farm Credit Canada (FCC)Financing for environmental farm upgrades
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Saskatchewan Lean Improvements in Manufacturing (SLIM)
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)Funding for Saskatchewan agri-business efficiency and expansion projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

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

Grant and FundingOpen
Emerging Opportunities Program
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)Supports innovation and growth in Alberta’s value-added agriculture sector
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000,000 to $1,000,000
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Micro-business
Government of the Northwest TerritoriesMoney for micro-businesses in the Northwest Territories
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Funding - Major arts, cultural festivals, agricultural fairs programs
City of OttawaSupports Ottawa arts, culture festivals, and agricultural fairs annually
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Forestry Financing
La Financière agricole (FADQ)Forestry investment in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- From $75,000 to $750,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects

Grant and FundingClosed
Xecs call 4 – electronic components and systems
National Research Council Canada (NRC)Xecs supports collaborative R&D in electronic components and systems
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation

Expert AdviceOpen
Clean tech scale-up
Alacrity CanadaHelp to scale a British Columbia clean tech company
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
Forest Biomass Program — Indigenous bioeconomy partnerships stream
Government of OntarioOntario supports sustainable forest biomass utilization and innovation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program
City of OttawaSupports rural projects safeguarding Ottawa’s surface and groundwater quality
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Clean Leadership Summer Internships — Nova Scotia
Clean FoundationWage subsidies to hire students looking for careers in the clean economy
Eligible Funding
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
Accompaniment and technical support for Québec forestry companies (MASTE)
Gouvernement du QuébecProvides financial support to Quebec forest companies for hiring external specialists to enhance their operations.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Small Cidery Program
AgricorpSupports Ontario small cideries to scale and boost competitiveness
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 220,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
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