
Increasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative
Last Update: March 5, 2025
ON, Canada
Funding initiative for Ontario deadstock management and sustainability
Increasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
Status
Open
Overview of the Increasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative program
The Increasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative, supported by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, offers up to $1.5 million to enhance deadstock management capacity in Ontario businesses and municipalities. This program aims to address immediate and short-term needs by improving capacity and sustainability practices.
Financing terms and conditions
- Cost-share funding support for deadstock management.
- Funding provided through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
- Project funding available from the date outlined in the Funding Agreement.
- Claims for incurred costs must be submitted by specific deadlines as outlined in the program guide.
- Initiative runs for two years, subject to availability of allocated funding.
Eligible projects & activities
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 150,000
Developing solar energy solutions for local businesses
Eligibility criteria of the Increasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative program
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
How to apply to the Increasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative program
1
Consult the Guidelines
Refer to the Initiative Guidelines available in the side menu to understand the application process.
2
Prepare the Application
- Develop a project plan detailing how the grant will help increase the capacity for managing animal carcasses.
- Collect the required documents, including the budget and project timeline.
3
Submit the Application
- Submit the application and documents via the portal or by direct contact with AAC.
- Confirm that the submission is made before the deadline.
4
Inquiries
For any questions, contact AAC at or at 1-800-769-3272.
Additional information
- The $1.5 million budget of the Increasing Deadstock Capacity Initiative is contingent upon the allocation availability over its two-year duration.
- The Initiative is executed by the Agricultural Adaptation Council on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness.
- Funded under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), the Initiative aims to strengthen the agriculture, agri-food, and agri-based products sector.
- For inquiries, applicants can contact AAC at info@adaptcouncil.org or via phone at 1-800-769-3272.
Contact Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
info@adaptcouncil.org
1-800-769-3272
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