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Grants for Food Processing Available in Canada

Canada’s food processing industry is a vital part of the nation’s agricultural sector, driving economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation. To support this dynamic industry, various food processing grants and funding programs are available, designed to help businesses thrive, innovate, and meet the evolving needs of the market. This article delves into the diverse funding opportunities available for food processors, highlighting the types of grants, eligibility criteria, and the process to access these resources.

221 opportunities available
MAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Component 2
Grant and FundingClosed

MAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Component 2

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Enhancing productivity through food industry automation assistance
Eligible Funding
  • From $25,000 to $150,000
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCESDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Support for biofood exports - individual projects
Grant and FundingClosed

Support for biofood exports - individual projects

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
SEB supports Quebec agri-food market expansion outside Quebec
Eligible Funding
  • From $15,000 to $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
NGen — AI For Manufacturing Challenge (AI4M)
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

NGen — AI For Manufacturing Challenge (AI4M)

Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)
Funding for collaborative AI-driven advanced manufacturing projects in Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $1,500,000 to $3,200,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
ÉcoPerformance — Recommissioning of building mechanical systems
Grant and FundingOpen

ÉcoPerformance — Recommissioning of building mechanical systems

Gouvernement du Québec
Funding to optimize the operation of building mechanical systems
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Educational services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Individual Market Access Support (SIAM)
Grant and FundingSuspended

Individual Market Access Support (SIAM)

Aliments du Québec
Market Access Support for Quebec Food Processors
Eligible Funding
  • From $20,000 to $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION

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Global Innovation Clusters
Grant and FundingOpen

Global Innovation Clusters

Innovation Canada
Financial assistance to work in collaboration on innovation projects
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
REGI — Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) - Northern Ontario
Grant and FundingClosed

REGI — Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) - Northern Ontario

Government of Canada
Funds to accelerate business growth in Northern Ontario
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $500,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Capitale-Productivity
Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Capitale-Productivity

Quebec City
Supports business productivity, growth, and sustainable practices projects
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Economic development program to help revitalize territories (DEPART)
Grant and FundingOpen

Economic development program to help revitalize territories (DEPART)

Investissement Québec (IQ)
DÉPART supports economic diversification and growth in targeted areas
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATION
Market Development Program for Turkey and Chicken
Grant and FundingOpen

Market Development Program for Turkey and Chicken

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Promotional funds for chicken and turkey farmers
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects

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Eligible Funding
  • Max. $20
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION
CFIN — Innovation Scouting Fund
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

CFIN — Innovation Scouting Fund

Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
Funding support for foodtech innovation pilot collaborations in Canada
Eligible Funding
  • From $20,000 to $75,000
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Fast-Track to Financing Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Fast-Track to Financing Program

Natural Products Canada (NPC)
Funding to engage an expert
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Access to Talent Program
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

Access to Talent Program

Natural Products Canada (NPC)
Wage subsidies for biologically-based innovation companies
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Technoclimat
Grant and FundingOpen

Technoclimat

Environnement Québec (MELCC)
Financial assistance for the demonstration of new technologies in Quebec
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $3,000,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

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Ontario Food Exports — Services for Exporters
Expert AdviceOpen

Ontario Food Exports — Services for Exporters

Government of Ontario
Food and beverage industry export help in Ontario
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Additional deduction for transportation costs for manufacturing SMEs
Tax CreditsOpen

Additional deduction for transportation costs for manufacturing SMEs

Revenu Québec
Tax deduction for manufacturing SMEs' transportation costs in remote areas
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
  • From $10,000 to $150,000
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
INNOVATION
Biofood Innovation Program Component 2 – Applied research, experimental development and technological adaptation
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Biofood Innovation Program Component 2 – Applied research, experimental development and technological adaptation

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Québec biofood sector innovation and knowledge transfer grant
Eligible Funding
  • From $25,000 to $254,000
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
Eligible Funding
  • From $40,000 to $300,000
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
INNOVATION

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Proof-of-Concept Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Proof-of-Concept Program

Natural Products Canada (NPC)
Financing for natural product innovations
Eligible Funding
  • From $100,000 to $350,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • From $7,500 to $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATION
MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative Proximity — Component 2
Grant and FundingOpen

MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative Proximity — Component 2

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Supports local market initiatives and agrotourism in Quebec
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $50,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Capitale-Innovation
Grant and FundingOpening Soon

Capitale-Innovation

Quebec City
Supports business innovation, commercialization, and market expansion projects
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
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Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • From $7,500 to $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
MAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Component 1
Grant and FundingClosed

MAPAQ — Food Processing Program — Component 1

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Food transformation skill development and planning support program
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $75,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Eligible Funding
  • From $7,500 to $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
INVEST North Program — Investment — Grow Stream
Grant and FundingClosed

INVEST North Program — Investment — Grow Stream

Government of Ontario
Financial help to grow a business in Northern Ontario
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $1,000,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION

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Entrepreneurial grant
Grant and FundingOpen

Entrepreneurial grant

Quebec City
Supports new business creation and structured business succession in Québec
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATION
CQRDA — PARTENAR-IA — Business
Grant and FundingClosed

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
  • Max. $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
Circular Economy Fund
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Circular Economy Fund

Fondaction
Canada's first investment fund for circular economy startups
Eligible Funding
  • From $250,000 to $2,000,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • From $10,000 to $100,000
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
INNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $350,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

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Eco-design incentive bonus
Grant and FundingClosed

Eco-design incentive bonus

Eco Entreprises Quebec (EEQ)
The ÉEQ Ecodesign Incentive Bonus Program rewards companies for sustainable packaging innovations, offering up to a 50% contribution credit.
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $60,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 1 - Support for regional outreach
Grant and FundingOpen

Regions and Rurality Fund (RRF) - Component 1 - Support for regional outreach

Gouvernement du Québec
Supports regional projects impacting Quebec's territories and communities
Eligible Funding
  • From $100,000 to $3,000,000
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Contributions in support of Indigenous Economic Development
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Contributions in support of Indigenous Economic Development

Indigenous Services Canada
Supports Indigenous economic development through coordinated federal funding partnerships
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000,000
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUT
Food Safety and Growth Initiative
Grant and FundingOpen

Food Safety and Growth Initiative

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Enhance food safety systems, adopt new technologies, and drive sector growth
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Guidance grants
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Guidance grants

Quebec City
Funding for business growth through specialized consulting services
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

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NGen — Cluster Building Project
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

NGen — Cluster Building Project

Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)
Funding to enhance SMEs capabilities and growth
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
The Foodpreneur Scale-Up Program
Expert AdviceOpen

The Foodpreneur Scale-Up Program

Foodpreneur Advantage
Support for high growth food businesses in Southwestern Ontario
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION
CFIN Food Innovation Challenge
Grant and FundingClosed

CFIN Food Innovation Challenge

Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
Challenge to improve Canada's food sector
Eligible Funding
  • From $20,000 to $2,000,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
ÉcoPerformance  — Implementation of large industrial projects
Grant and FundingOpen

ÉcoPerformance — Implementation of large industrial projects

Environnement Québec (MELCC)
Financial support for large-scale industrial projects
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
MRC de D’Autray — Business Development Program
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC de D’Autray — Business Development Program

MRC de D'Autray
Economic development support for businesses in MRC de D’Autray
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
  • 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

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MRC Coaticook — Vitality Entrepreneurship Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Coaticook — Vitality Entrepreneurship Fund

MRC de Coaticook
Supports entrepreneurship in Coaticook's business development initiatives
Eligible Funding
  • From $2,000 to $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
DEL — Equipment and Technology Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

DEL — Equipment and Technology Loan

Développement économique de l'agglomération de Longueuil (DEL)
Enhance business efficiency through financing equipment and technology investments
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
MRC Témiscamingue — Business Succession Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC Témiscamingue — Business Succession Loan

MRC Témiscamingue
Flexible financial aid for business start-up and development
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $150,000
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADE
Grant and FundingOpen

Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADE

MRC des Maskoutains
Supports entrepreneurial start-ups with financial assistance
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
MRC Bécancour - Local Investment Fund (FLI) - “General” component
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC Bécancour - Local Investment Fund (FLI) - “General” component

MRC Bécancour
Investment loans for new, developing, or acquiring businesses
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $75,000
  • Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUT

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Rouyn-Noranda — FLI-FLS – Entrepreneurial Succession
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Rouyn-Noranda — FLI-FLS – Entrepreneurial Succession

City of Rouyn-Noranda
FLI-FLS funds projects and entrepreneurial succession in Rouyn-Noranda
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $250,000
  • Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUTDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
MRC Joliette — Assistance fund for the establishment and start-up of structuring companies (FAIDES)
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Joliette — Assistance fund for the establishment and start-up of structuring companies (FAIDES)

MRC de Joliette (CDÉJ)
Financial support for strategic business development in Joliette
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $50,000
  • Up to 3% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATION
Laval économique — Tech shift – Manufacturing
Grant and FundingOpen

Laval économique — Tech shift – Manufacturing

Laval Economique
Digital transformation grants for Laval manufacturers
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
MRC Bécancour — Local solidarity funds (FLS)
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC Bécancour — Local solidarity funds (FLS)

MRC Bécancour
Local Solidarity Fund loans for eligible Quebec businesses
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $100,000
  • Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONBUSINESS BUYOUT
MRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

MRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund

MRC Portneuf
Portneuf's investment fund supports regional economic development
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
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Technology Leadership: Genomics stream
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Technology Leadership: Genomics stream

Protein Industries Canada
Supports commercialization of genomics-driven crop variety innovation
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
MRC Maskinongé — Young Entrepreneurs
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Maskinongé — Young Entrepreneurs

MRC de Maskinongé
Youth Entrepreneur Fund supports young business creation and acquisition
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $14,000
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
CRIBIQ — INNOV-R
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
innovÉÉ — SI2TEC
Grant and FundingOpen

innovÉÉ — SI2TEC

innovÉÉ
Supports innovative industrial projects for circular economy transition
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $500,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
REGI — Jobs and Growth Fund — CED (QC)  —  Indigenous stream
Grant and FundingOpen

REGI — Jobs and Growth Fund — CED (QC) — Indigenous stream

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Money to future-proof your Indigenous-led business in Quebec
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects

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MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Strategy Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Strategy Loan

MRC Témiscamingue
Flexible financial aid for business development and succession
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $150,000
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
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
MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Regions and Rurality Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

MRC L’Île-d’Orléans — Regions and Rurality Fund

MRC L'Île-d'Orléans
Support for entrepreneurship and social economy businesses in L'Île-d'Orléans
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $35,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
MRC Joliette — Business Assistance Fund  (FAE) – Stream 3
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
  • Max. $3,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
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Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) — Alberta
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) — Alberta

Genome Alberta
Funding 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
Prix innovation en alimentation
Grant and FundingOpen

Prix innovation en alimentation

Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ)
Recognizes outstanding innovation and creativity in the agri-food sector
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Assistance Loan
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC Témiscamingue — Youth Assistance Loan

MRC Témiscamingue
Personalized support for business projects and funding assistance
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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Support for food processing companies
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

Support for food processing companies

Productique Québec
Enhance food processing via expert collaboration and innovation
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $12,800
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC des Chenaux — Young Promoters Fund

MRC des Chenaux
Support for young entrepreneurs in MRC des Chenaux
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $11,000
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
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MRC des Chenaux — Chenaux Local Social Economy Fund (FLÉS)
Grant and FundingClosed

MRC des Chenaux — Chenaux Local Social Economy Fund (FLÉS)

MRC des Chenaux
Supports social enterprise projects in the Chenaux region
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATION
Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 3
Grant and FundingClosed

Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 3

Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Money for collaborative projects in partnership with public research centres
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $1,500,000
  • Up to 35% 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)TECHNOLOGY
Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsArchived

Technology showcase - pre-commercialization of innovation

Quebec City
Supports pre-commercial testing of innovative technologies and products
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $250,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Rouyn-Noranda — Local Investment (FLI) and Solidarity (FLS) Funds
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Rouyn-Noranda — Local Investment (FLI) and Solidarity (FLS) Funds

City of Rouyn-Noranda
Offers business loans up to $250,000 from FLI-FLS
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $250,000
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUT
MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — FLI/FLS
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — FLI/FLS

MRC Thérèse de Blainville
Financial support for business development in Thérèse-De Blainville
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
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MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC Abitibi-Ouest — Digital Transition Fund

MRC Abitibi-Ouest
International market expansion and support for businesses
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
CFIN — Unpuzzling: Foodtech Ontario
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

CFIN — Unpuzzling: Foodtech Ontario

Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
Mentorship program accelerating early-stage foodtech companies in Ontario
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
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Business Growth — Productivity and automation
Grant and FundingArchived

Business Growth — Productivity and automation

Quebec City
Supports industrial productivity through advanced technology funding
Eligible Funding
  • From $75,000 to $500,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Business Growth — Growth support vouchers
Grant and FundingArchived

Business Growth — Growth support vouchers

Quebec City
Grant program supports strategic consultancy for business growth
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Finance and insurance
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
MRC Maskinongé — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC Maskinongé — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)

MRC de Maskinongé
Funding support for Quebec startups and business expansion
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUT

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MRC des Chenaux — Economic Diversification Fund (FDÉ)
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC des Chenaux — Economic Diversification Fund (FDÉ)

MRC des Chenaux
Economic diversification fund for SMEs in MRC des Chenaux
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city
Grant and FundingArchived

Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city

Quebec City
Leverage innovative projects for significant financial support and enhanced business growth
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $50,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
MRC des Chenaux — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed

MRC des Chenaux — Local Investment Fund (FLI) and Solidarity Fund (FLS)

MRC des Chenaux
Investment policy for supporting Quebec's economic development
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BUSINESS BUYOUTDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Défi-Québec, Sustainable City
Grant and FundingArchived

Défi-Québec, Sustainable City

Quebec City
Support eco-friendly projects in Québec businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $50,000
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Finance and insurance
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION
MRC L'Islet — Local investment fund (FLI / FLS)
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

MRC L'Islet — Local investment fund (FLI / FLS)

MRC de L'Islet
Local funds support business startup, expansion, and consolidation
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
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MRC L'Islet — SME Propulsion Measurement
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC L'Islet — SME Propulsion Measurement

MRC de L'Islet
Financial aid for SME growth in MRC de L'Islet
Eligible Funding
  • From $3,000 to $25,000
  • Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION
Beauce-Centre MRC — Optimization Assistance Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Beauce-Centre MRC — Optimization Assistance Program

MRC Beauce-Centre
Offers business optimization support in Beauce-Centre region
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
MRC De D'Autray — Business Development Program
Grant and FundingOpen

MRC De D'Autray — Business Development Program

MRC de D'Autray
Financial support for sustainable economic development in MRC De D'Autray
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
  • Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
Protein Industries Canada  — Artificial Intelligence
Grant and FundingClosed

Protein Industries Canada — Artificial Intelligence

Protein Industries Canada
Accelerating 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
Rouyn-Noranda — FLI Succession
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Rouyn-Noranda — FLI Succession

City of Rouyn-Noranda
Funding tools for enterprise growth in Rouyn-Noranda
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
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Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative : Stream 1 – Agri-Tech Innovation
Grant and FundingClosed

Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative : Stream 1 – Agri-Tech Innovation

Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Supports agri-food growth through innovation and energy efficiency
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $49,999
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Food Processing Growth Fund (FPG)
Grant and FundingClosed

Food Processing Growth Fund (FPG)

Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
Supports scaling BC food processors for productivity and growth
Eligible Funding
  • From $100,000 to $1,000,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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SADC-CAE — Virage Vert Program
Expert AdviceOpen

SADC-CAE — Virage Vert Program

Réseau des SADC et CAE
Support for sustainable development projects in Quebec regions
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
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Business Rebate Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Business Rebate Program

NB Power
Supports business energy efficiency upgrades in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $250,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
CRIBIQ-BIOnext
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

CRIBIQ-BIOnext

Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)
Support for industrial innovation and commercialization for CRIBIQ members
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
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Agri-Food Trade Services for Exporters
Expert AdviceOpen

Agri-Food Trade Services for Exporters

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Agri-food international trade assistance
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Synchronex
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen

Synchronex

CCTT Network - Synchronex
Research 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
PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream
Grant and FundingOpen

PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream

Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Money to future-proof your Indigenous-led business in British Columbia
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
Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)
Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsArchived

Regional Initiatives Fund (FAIR)

Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports economic development and innovation in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine region
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports 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
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 B.C. — Agri-Business Planning Program
Grant and FundingClosed

B.C. — Agri-Business Planning Program

Government of British Columbia
Supports 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
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RDAR — Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC)
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
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Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative : Stream 3 – Agri-Tech Energy Costs Savings
Grant and FundingClosed

Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative : Stream 3 – Agri-Tech Energy Costs Savings

Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Supports growth through agri-food innovation and efficiency
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Special Milk Class Permit Program
Other SupportOpen

Special Milk Class Permit Program

Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC)
Reduced price for Canadian manufactured dairy ingredients
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
AgriMarketing Program
Grant and FundingOpen

AgriMarketing Program

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding for agriculture and agri-food SME export activities
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
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Advisory Services Program — Component 2 – Support for the dissemination of information and business co-development activities
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Advisory Services Program — Component 2 – Support for the dissemination of information and business co-development activities

Gouvernement du Québec
Supports sharing information and business co-development in agriculture
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $5,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Food & Agriculture Startup Competition
Grant and FundingClosed

Food & Agriculture Startup Competition

Grow-NY
Global competition supporting innovative food and agriculture startups
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $1,000,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Circular Initiatives Awards
Other SupportClosed

Circular Initiatives Awards

Circular Québec
Recognizes innovative circular economy initiatives across Quebec organizations
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Educational services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative : Stream 2 – Agri-Tech Innovation
Grant and FundingClosed

Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative : Stream 2 – Agri-Tech Innovation

Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Agri-Tech Initiative supports innovation and energy efficiency investments
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
NRC — Aquatic and Crop Resource Development Research Centre
Researchers And FacilitiesExpert AdviceOpen

NRC — Aquatic and Crop Resource Development Research Centre

National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Collaborate on aquatic and crop resource R&D
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
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District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

District 3 Innovation Center — Launch & Grow

District3
Montréal 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
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
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Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support
Grant and FundingClosed

Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Sector Research Support

Government of the Northwest Territories
Funding for strategic sector research in the Northwest Territories
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
Alberta Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit (APITC)
Tax CreditsOpen

Alberta Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit (APITC)

Government of Alberta
Tax credit for large investments in Alberta agri-processing facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 12% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
INNOVATION
Matching Investment Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Matching Investment Fund

Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC)
Funding for dairy product development
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)
Grant and FundingOpen

Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)

Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
Improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $1,000,000
  • 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
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION
ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — For Profit
Grant and FundingOpen

ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — For Profit

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Money to future-proof your Atlantic Canada for-profit business
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
AgriMarketing Program — National Industry Associations
Grant and FundingClosed

AgriMarketing Program — National Industry Associations

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding to increase international agrimarket opportunities
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $1,500,000
  • Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)
Grant and FundingClosed

OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)

Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)
Supports Ontario SMEs in adopting critical industrial technologies
Eligible Funding
  • From $50 to $1,000,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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BDC Advisory Services — Certifications
Expert AdviceOpen

BDC Advisory Services — Certifications

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Guidance towards a successful certification
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
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Innov'Action agroalimentaire Program
Grant and FundingArchived

Innov'Action agroalimentaire Program

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Supports research and innovation in Quebec’s agri-food sectors
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Quebec International — Set up or expand a business
Expert AdviceOpen

Quebec International — Set up or expand a business

Québec International
Support to start or grow a business in Quebec City
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Finance and insurance
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
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TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Financial assistance to develop the production, processing and marketing of Nordic biofood products
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
  • Min. $10,000
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
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BioCreate Program
Grant and FundingOpen

BioCreate Program

Ontario Genomics
Support for commercialization in genomics and engineering biology in Ontario
Eligible Funding
  • From $100,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
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Ontario Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative
Grant and FundingOpen

Ontario Dairy Processing Modernization Initiative

Ministry of Agriculture
Funding for dairy processing equipment upgrades
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $200,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative
Grant and FundingClosed

Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative

Government of Ontario
Enhance meat processing capacity through equipment upgrades
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION
Alberta Innovates — Agri-Food and Bioindustrial Innovation Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Alberta Innovates — Agri-Food and Bioindustrial Innovation Program

Alberta Innovates
Funding for agri-food and bioindustrial sector innovations
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $500,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Food Product Development Assistance
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Food Product Development Assistance

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for professional help to create or improve a food product or process in PEI
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Types of eligible projects

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AgriScience Program — Projects – Not-for-profit
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
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ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Saskatchewan Value-added Agriculture Incentive
Tax CreditsOpen

Saskatchewan Value-added Agriculture Incentive

Government of Saskatchewan
Tax credit for capital investments
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
ID Gatineau — Business Support Fund
Grant and FundingOpen

ID Gatineau — Business Support Fund

ID Gatineau
Non-repayable financial support for business growth in Gatineau
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Infrastructure de recherche et développement
Grant and FundingArchived

Infrastructure de recherche et développement

Quebec City
Support for businesses investing in R&D infrastructure
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP)
Grant and FundingOpen

Saskatchewan Product Development Program (PDP)

Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre
Empowering Saskatchewan agriculture with value-added product funding
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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Agri-Food Supply Chain Resiliency Analysis Stream
Grant and FundingClosed

Agri-Food Supply Chain Resiliency Analysis Stream

Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Support for agri-food sector market and supply chain challenges
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $50,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Educational services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • From $20,000 to $210,000
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
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INNOVATION
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Agriculture Job Connector
Other SupportOpen

Agriculture Job Connector

Government of Alberta
Find skilled workers for agriculture and agri-food jobs
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream
Grant and FundingClosed

Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream

Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Money for agri-food equipment and assets acquisition
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $150,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
  • From $57,142 to $330,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
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ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Agricultural Clean Technology Program — Research and Innovation
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
  • Max. $2,000,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Yukon Research and Development Tax Credit
Tax CreditsOpen

Yukon Research and Development Tax Credit

Government of Yukon
Tax credit for R&D in Yukon
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
PRIMA — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

PRIMA — SI2TEC – Feasibility Studies

Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)
Supports feasibility studies for circular economy projects in Québec
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
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Three Phase Network Access Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Three Phase Network Access Program

Gouvernement du Québec
Funding to facilitate access to the three-phase network
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $250,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
  • From $40,000 to $330,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES
Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC)
Tax CreditsOpen

Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC)

Government of Alberta
Tax credit supporting Alberta manufacturing and tourism infrastructure investments
Eligible Funding
  • From $1,000,000 to $5,000,000
  • Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Innovative Enterprise Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Innovative Enterprise Program

Economic Development Pierre-De Saurel (DEPS)
Funding for robotization, automation, and business process projects
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $38,000
  • Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF)
Grant and FundingClosed

BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund (BCMJF)

Government of British Columbia
Supporting manufacturing growth and innovation across British Columbia
Eligible Funding
  • From $100,000 to $10,000,000
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION

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Invest Nova Scotia — Greenshoots
Grant and FundingClosed

Invest Nova Scotia — Greenshoots

Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for early-stage businesses in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $40
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Compétivert — Investment Matching Solution
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Compétivert — Investment Matching Solution

Investissement Québec (IQ)
Funding to boost growth of businesses in Quebec
Eligible Funding
  • From $1,000,000 to $5,000,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Protein Industries Canada — Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain Program
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

Protein Industries Canada — Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain Program

Protein Industries Canada
Supports Canadian plant-based innovation and local supply chain resilience
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
COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)
Grant and FundingOpen

Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)

Government of Ontario
Funding for agri-food local labour strategies through pilot projects
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Alberta — Value-Added Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Alberta — Value-Added Program

Government of Alberta
Alberta supports growth in value-added food sectors
Eligible Funding
  • From $50,000 to $250,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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Business Development Program (BDP)
Grant and FundingOpen

Business Development Program (BDP)

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding to help businesses in Atlantic Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES
Seafood Accelerator Program – Product Development and Technical Support
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Seafood Accelerator Program – Product Development and Technical Support

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies in product development and safety
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Buy BC Partnership Program — Industry Associations, Boards or Councils
Grant and FundingClosed

Buy BC Partnership Program — Industry Associations, Boards or Councils

Government of British Columbia
Funding to promote British Columbia agri-food and seafood
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $75,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Seafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Seafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies in quality and food safety projects
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
INNOVATION
Local Supplier Food Safety Support Pilot Program
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Local Supplier Food Safety Support Pilot Program

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia producers in achieving food safety standards
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $20,000
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
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Agriculture Development Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Agriculture Development Fund

Government of Saskatchewan
Money for agricultural industry research in Saskatchewan
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Sector Council Program
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen

Sector Council Program

Government of Manitoba
Funding for workforce training in Manitoba
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
NBIF Innovation Voucher
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen

NBIF Innovation Voucher

New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Funding for R&D at a New Brunswick research institution
Eligible Funding
  • From $10,000 to $80,000
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Post-Farm Food Safety Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Post-Farm Food Safety Program

Government of British Columbia
Cost-sharing program for enhancing BC food safety practices
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $20,000
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Technology Access Centres (TAC)
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
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Small-Scale Food and Beverage Processing Equipment Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Small-Scale Food and Beverage Processing Equipment Program

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports small-scale food and beverage equipment purchases in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
Canada Digital Adoption Program — Boost Your Business Technology — Digital Advisors
Grant and FundingClosed

Canada Digital Adoption Program — Boost Your Business Technology — Digital Advisors

Innovation Canada
Call for Digital Advisors to support SMEs adopting new technologies
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — Not-for-Profit
Grant and FundingClosed

CanNor Jobs and Growth Fund — Not-for-Profit

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)
Money to future-proof your non-profit in Northern Canada
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 90% 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
HUMAN RESOURCES
AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – Not-for-profit
Grant and FundingOpen

AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – Not-for-profit

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Supporting kosher and halal red meat quality assurance systems
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $350,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Food Ventures Program
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Food Ventures Program

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia food businesses with quality and safety services
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $10,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
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CFIN — Foodtech Frontier 25
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

CFIN — Foodtech Frontier 25

Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
Honouring top Canadian innovators in food technology sector
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
PSO – Organic food
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

PSO – Organic food

Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)
Supports collaborative biofood research and innovation projects in Quebec
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $500,000
  • Up to 27% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
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The Nova Scotia Beef Initiative
Grant and FundingOpen

The Nova Scotia Beef Initiative

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports capacity and improvements for Nova Scotia beef processors
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES
Emerging Opportunities
Grant and FundingOpen

Emerging Opportunities

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Support for Alberta's agriculture sectors
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
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Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Toronto — Capacity Buyback Program

City of Toronto
Rewards businesses for implementing permanent water-saving measures
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
  • Educational services
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Relève Alimentaire Québec Award
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Relève Alimentaire Québec Award

Initia Foundation
Awards recognizing emerging leaders in Quebec's food industry
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $10,000
  • Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATION
Seafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)
Grant and FundingOpen

Seafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)

Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood businesses in expanding market access
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $99,900
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Summer Student Farm Worker Bursary
Grant and FundingOpen

Summer Student Farm Worker Bursary

Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
Supports BC student employment in agriculture sectors
Eligible Funding
  • From $1,500 to $3,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Educational services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
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Small Food Processor Scale-Up Program (SFPS)
Grant and FundingClosed

Small Food Processor Scale-Up Program (SFPS)

Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)
Supports scaling operations for food processors in BC
Eligible Funding
  • From $25,000 to $150,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION
AgriScience Program — Projects — for-profit organizations
Grant and FundingOpen

AgriScience Program — Projects — for-profit organizations

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding for pre-commercial agriculture and agri-food science
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
INNOVATION
Agri-Food Energy Cost Savings Initiative
Grant and FundingClosed

Agri-Food Energy Cost Savings Initiative

Government of Ontario
The Agri-Food Energy Cost Savings Initiative supports agri-food processors in increasing energy efficiency.
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $300,000
  • Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Food & Beverage Financing
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Food & Beverage Financing

Farm Credit Canada (FCC)
Financing for food and beverage production or processing
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
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Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 2
Grant and FundingOpen

Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 2

Agriculture for Life
Enhancing HR skills in agriculture to reduce worker turnover
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $30,000
  • Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Gaspésie and Maritime Provinces
Tax CreditsOpen

Gaspésie and Maritime Provinces

Investissement Québec (IQ)
Refundable tax credit supporting job creation in Quebec maritime regions
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Product and Market Development Program — Agricultural Industry Organizations
Grant and FundingOpen

Product and Market Development Program — Agricultural Industry Organizations

Government of Prince Edward Island
Money to help agri-businesses in Prince Edward Island grow
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $30,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Quebec International — International recruiting
Expert AdviceOpen

Quebec International — International recruiting

Québec International
Recruit global talent for your Quebec City business
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Finance and insurance
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONHUMAN RESOURCES

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Centre for Women in Business
Grant and FundingOpen

Centre for Women in Business

Centre for Women in Business
Training and events for Nova Scotia women entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $5,000
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Micro-Loan Program
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

Micro-Loan Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Micro-loans for PEI entrepreneurs
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $15,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
  • Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
BUSINESS BUYOUT
New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
Grant and FundingOpen

New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program

NB Power
Supports energy-efficient commercial and industrial new building projects
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $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
NGen — Cluster Accelerator Program
Grant and FundingClosed

NGen — Cluster Accelerator Program

Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)
Strengthen Canada's advanced manufacturing ecosystem
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $100,000
  • Up to 150% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Market Opportunities and Diversification Program
Grant and FundingClosed

Market Opportunities and Diversification Program

Government of Nova Scotia
Funding to help producers with local and export activities
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $75,000
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects

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FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+)
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

FPSC — Student Work Placement Program (SWPP+)

Food Processing Skills Canada (FPSC)
Employers receive wage subsidy for hiring students in industry
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $7,000
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCES
Direct Equity Tax Credit
Tax CreditsOpen

Direct Equity Tax Credit

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Tax credit for Newfoundland and Labrador investors
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $3,000,000
  • Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Finance and insurance
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Nova Scotia Capital Investment Tax Credit
Tax CreditsOpen

Nova Scotia Capital Investment Tax Credit

Government of Nova Scotia
Refundable corporate tax credit for qualifying Nova Scotia investments
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000,000 to $100,000,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
Supply Management Processing Investment Fund (SMPIF)
Grant and FundingOpen

Supply Management Processing Investment Fund (SMPIF)

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Funding for supply-managed sectors facilities improvements
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGY

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Unpuzzling: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation (Atlantic Companies Only)
Grant and FundingOpen

Unpuzzling: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation (Atlantic Companies Only)

Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
Sustainable food practices support for Atlantic Canada businesses
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $25,000
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Food Security and Supply Chain Fund
Grant and FundingClosed

Food Security and Supply Chain Fund

Government of Ontario
Supports 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
Business Navigators - NS
Expert AdviceOpen

Business Navigators - NS

Government of Nova Scotia
Help understanding business regulations in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONCONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCES
Humami Center — A structured approach to innovation and commercialization based on the specific needs of institutions
Partnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen

Humami Center — A structured approach to innovation and commercialization based on the specific needs of institutions

Humami Center
Supports Quebec companies innovating and commercializing for institutional markets
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION
SME in action
Grant and FundingArchived

SME in action

Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports Quebec SMEs in productivity, growth, and competitiveness
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCESBUSINESS BUYOUTINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

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Manitoba — Research and Innovation
Grant and FundingOpen

Manitoba — Research and Innovation

Government of Manitoba
Funding for agriculture and agri-food R&D and innovation in Manitoba
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION INNOVATION
Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) for the MRC des Sources territory
Grant and FundingArchived

Economic Diversification Fund (FDE) for the MRC des Sources territory

Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Supports economic diversification and business development in MRC des Sources
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Buy BC Partnership Program — Producers, Processors and Cooperatives
Grant and FundingClosed

Buy BC Partnership Program — Producers, Processors and Cooperatives

Government of British Columbia
Funding to promote British Columbia agri-food and seafood
Eligible Funding
  • From $5,000 to $2,000,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

Industrial Energy Efficiency Program

Save Energy NB
Supports industrial energy efficiency projects in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $1,000,000
Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Protein Industries Canada  — Capacity Building
Grant and FundingOpen

Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building

Protein Industries Canada
Enhancing 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

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PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Not-for-profit
Grant and FundingClosed

PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — Not-for-profit

Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Money to future-proof your non-profit in British Columbia
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
Regional development agencies: COVID-19 support
Grant and FundingOpen

Regional development agencies: COVID-19 support

Government of Canada
Support for businesses affected by COVID-19
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONTECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATECONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION HUMAN RESOURCESINNOVATION
Price Pooling Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Price Pooling Program

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Price guarantee for agricultural products
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Assurance Systems Program
Grant and FundingOpen

Assurance Systems Program

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funds for risk management on Prince Edward Island farms
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEHUMAN RESOURCES
Ontario — Biosecurity Enhancement Initiative
Grant and FundingClosed

Ontario — Biosecurity Enhancement Initiative

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Biosecurity Enhancement Initiative supports agriculture and food sector resiliency
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

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PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — For profit
Grant and FundingOpen

PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — For profit

Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
Money to future-proof your business in British Columbia
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION
Canada's Smartest Kitchen
Expert AdviceOpen

Canada's Smartest Kitchen

Holland College
Food product innovation facility
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATIONINNOVATION
Strategic Industry Growth Initiative
Grant and FundingClosed

Strategic Industry Growth Initiative

Government of Prince Edward Island
Funding for Prince Edward Island to commercialize new food products
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $20,000
  • Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
COMMERCIALIZATION
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership in New Brunswick
Grant and FundingOpen

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership in New Brunswick

Government of New Brunswick
Funds for agri-food sustainability in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $50,000
  • Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION
PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic
Grant and FundingArchived

PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)
Funding for Quebec R&D collaborations in AI for advanced materials
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $500,000
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
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Capital Synergie
Tax CreditsArchived

Capital Synergie

Investissement Québec (IQ)
Supports business investment in innovative, high-growth Quebec companies
Eligible Funding
  • Max. $225,000
  • Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

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