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
Caribou Habitat Restoration Grants
Habitat Conservation Trust FoundationRestores critical caribou habitat in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Expert AdviceOpen
Environmental Farm Plan Program
Government of British ColumbiaAgri-environmental risk assessment in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Market Development and Access
Government of New BrunswickFunding for emerging market opportunities in New Brunswick agriculture
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Fish & Wildlife Grants
Habitat Conservation Trust FoundationSupports freshwater fish and wildlife conservation projects
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Food Sovereignty Bundles
Indigenous Peoples Resilience FundSupports Indigenous-led food sovereignty and wellness projects
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $100,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Aquatic Habitat Quality Improvement Program
Quebec Wildlife FoundationSupports aquatic habitat conservation and restoration projects
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultivating biodiversity in agricultural environments
Quebec Wildlife FoundationSupport biodiversity improvements in agricultural wildlife habitats
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Protecting habitats – Municipal and school taxes component
Quebec Wildlife FoundationSupport for municipal and school property taxes
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Outaouais Region Tourism Development Program
Outaouais TourismSupports regional tourism offer development projects
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 125,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosed
BC Hydro Peace Agricultural Impact and Opportunities Initiative
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT)Supports large-scale agriculture projects with regional impact
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
MASC Lending Programs and Loan Guarantees
Government of ManitobaLoans for Manitoba agricultural producers
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Grant and FundingOpen
ROOTS Community Fund
Trillium Mutual Insurance CompanySupport for rural Ontario community initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
CanNor — IDEANorth
Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)IDEANorth promotes Northern economic diversification and development
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural Economic Development Program - Arts Component
Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Tourism, Culture, Industry and InnovationSupports arts projects stimulating economic development in the sector
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Programme Innov'Action agroalimentaire 2018-2023
Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'AlimentationFinancial support for industry-impacting agro-food projects addressing COVID-19 issues.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 55,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Cultural Initiatives Support Grant Program
City of Sainte-JulieSupports local cultural projects with funding to promote community identity and access
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Sustainable Food Systems Initiative - Focus on Food
Danone Institute of North AmericaSupports scalable sustainable food systems projects and research
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
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 ClimateInnovation
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Grant and FundingClosed
National Food Systems Call for Expressions of Interest
The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC)Supports Black-led food sovereignty pilot projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingClosed
Carrot Cache Fund
Carrot CacheSupports projects advancing sustainable, just local food systems
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Seeding Food Innovation Grants
Weston FoodsSeed funding for sustainable food innovation research
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
BOLT Grant Program
Internet Society FoundationSupports projects expanding global Internet connectivity through prototypes and pilots.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership in New Brunswick
Government of New BrunswickFunds for agri-food sustainability in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Advancing Agri-Food Processing
Government of New BrunswickNew Brunswick agri-food product development funding
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Livestock Strategy Program — Provincial Abattoir
Government of Prince Edward IslandFunding to increase profitability of PEI livestock industry
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Aide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 2: Festivals and Events of Tourist Scope
Quebec Ministry of Tourism (MTO)Financial assistance for recurring festivals and tourist events in Quebec
Eligible Funding
- From $90 to $750,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Balancing our Triple Bottom Line
InterforCorporate donations supporting community and environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
United Way Greater Toronto - Jane Finch Community Action Grants
United Way Toronto & York Region, The United Way of Peel Region, The United Way of Greater TorontoSupports neighborhood-focused community initiatives in Jane Finch
Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $75,000
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund (OCAF)
Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming and Ministry of Sport (OCAF)Supports short-term cultural projects to increase tourism and revenue
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
CIBC Farm Term Loan
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)Financing for farm purchases with flexible terms and rates
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyConstruction and Renovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Experiences Fund - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Funding to develop and enhance tourism experiences and facilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
AgriMarketing Program
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)Funding for agriculture and agri-food SME export activities
Eligible Funding
- From $14,000 to $100,000
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Grant and FundingOpen
Waterloo Region International Plowing Match Fund Grants
Waterloo Region Community FoundationSupports projects in agriculture, health, and education in Waterloo Region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingOpen
Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)Supports clean technology adoption and operational sustainability improvements
Eligible Funding
- From $40,000 to $100,000
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Experiences Fund - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Supports tourism product development, training, and visitor facilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Grant and FundingOpen
Springford Family Foundation
Parksville-Qualicum Community FoundationSupport for community initiatives in the Oceanside region
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Equipment and Technology Advancement Program
CWB Welding FoundationSupports modernization of welding programs with funding for equipment and technology upgrades.
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
Grant and FundingArchived
Technology showcase program for buildings and innovative wood solutions
Gouvernement du QuébecSupports innovative wood construction to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Aquaculture Loan Program
Government of Nova ScotiaLoan for aquaculture businesses in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Grant and FundingOpen
CAAIN — Livestock Innovation Program 2024
Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN)Advancing livestock efficiency through technological innovation and research
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
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