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African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream
Supports preparedness and prevention strategies for African swine fever
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
The African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program – Prevention and Preparedness Stream provides government funding of up to $23.4 million to support initiatives that strengthen the prevention, preparedness, and mitigation of African swine fever in Canada. Eligible activities include developing biosecurity protocols, emergency management plans, communication strategies, and industry training to enhance sector readiness against potential outbreaks.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : November 30, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Emergency and Relief
- Animal Protection
Target groups
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Initiatives that enhance the industry's readiness to prevent and respond to African swine fever (ASF).
- Projects designed to fill gaps in industry preparedness and mitigate the impacts of an ASF outbreak in Canada.
- Development of tools and strategies such as biosecurity protocols, communication or emergency management plans for ASF prevention and response.
- Knowledge transfer and engagement activities aimed at supporting the adoption of ASF preparedness measures.
- Creation and implementation of risk mitigation plans to assist industry in responding to potential ASF threats.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations (such as partnerships and corporations)
- Not-for-profit organizations (including sector councils and corporations)
- Provincial, territorial, or municipal governments
- Indigenous organizations (First Nations, Métis, Inuit communities/governments, associations, not-for-profits, and for-profit organizations)
- Academic institutions (private universities and colleges, public degree-granting colleges and universities)
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits for staff executing project activities (excluding administrative reporting roles).
- Professional or specialized contracted services, including inspection, consulting, project management, and expert services relevant to project tasks.
- Travel expenses directly related to project activities, such as transportation, per diems (meals, incidentals), accommodations, and associated travel costs.
- Capital expenditures for tangible assets directly required for the project (over $10,000 require pre-approval; purchase of land or buildings is ineligible).
- Other direct project costs such as shipping, printing, conference and registration fees, construction material costs, translation, and costs related to production of materials, documents, or marketing plans.
- Administrative costs related to project management and reporting, calculated as a 10% flat rate of eligible costs (excluding large capital expenditures).
Eligible geographic areas
- All provinces and territories of Canada.
Additional information
- The application form automatically calculates administrative costs at a 10% flat rate, excluding capital assets over $100,000.
- All applicants must submit supporting documents with the application, including incorporation certificates and financial statements from the last two years.
- Applications cannot be considered until all required documentation is provided; incomplete packages will not be processed.
- If capital asset purchases exceed $10,000, pre-approval using the specified template is mandatory.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream?
The African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program – Prevention and Preparedness Stream provides government funding of up to $23.4 million to support initiatives that strengthen the prevention, preparedness, and mitigation of African swine fever in Canada. Eligible activities include developing biosecurity protocols, emergency management plans, communication strategies, and industry training to enhance sector readiness against potential outbreaks.
Who is eligible for the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream program?
To be eligible for the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream program, you must:
Must be a for-profit, not-for-profit, government, Indigenous organization, or academia
Must have a valid CRA business number or provide one if approved
What expenses are eligible under African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream?
Initiatives that enhance the industry's readiness to prevent and respond to African swine fever (ASF).
Projects designed to fill gaps in industry preparedness and mitigate the impacts of an ASF outbreak in Canada.
Development of tools and strategies such as biosecurity protocols, communication or emergency management plans for ASF prevention and response.
Knowledge transfer and engagement activities aimed at supporting the adoption of ASF preparedness measures.
Creation and implementation of risk mitigation plans to assist industry in responding to potential ASF threats.
Who can I contact for more information about the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) by email at aafc.ASF-PPA.aac@agr.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-246-4682.
Where is the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream available?
The African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream program is available across Canada.
Is the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream?
African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP) - Prevention and Preparedness Stream is funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)