grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDate December 1, 2022
  • grant_single|closingDate January 26, 2023
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
grant_single|grantors
  • Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|closed

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Receive up to $150,000 per project to cover up to 25% of eligible costs to acquire equipment and assets necessary to grow capacity and help meet the increased demand for Ontario grown and produced food products.

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

This grant is designed to support crucial infrastructure investments in the agri-food sector, enabling recipients to enhance their supply chain capabilities. The grant is oriented towards immediate capacity-building initiatives that directly address heightened market demand.
  • Funding must be utilized for near-term investments in equipment and infrastructure aimed at increasing production capacity.
  • All project-related activities and expenditures need to be completed by March 31, 2024.
  • Final claims and comprehensive financial reporting are mandatory by April 15, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. EST.

grant_single_labels|projects

The Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream is designed to enhance the capacity of Ontario's agri-food sector. It focuses on acquiring essential equipment and assets to meet the increasing demand for locally grown and produced food products.
  • Acquisition of equipment to increase production capacity for agri-food businesses.
  • Investment in infrastructure that addresses current supply chain challenges facing the agri-food sector.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 100,000

Installation of energy-efficient greenhouses to extend the growing season for local vegetables

$ 150,000

Purchase of automated packaging machinery to enhance production efficiency for Ontario-grown produce

$ 75,000

Upgrading cold storage facilities to increase capacity for local dairy products

$ 125,000

Modernization of processing equipment for artisanal cheese to improve production capacity

$ 150,000

Expansion of meat processing facilities to handle increased local demand

$ 112,500

Improvement of poultry farming infrastructure to enhance production capacity

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility criteria for the Supply Chain Stability and Adaptability Program grant include:
  • Projects must address supply chain challenges in the agri-food sector in Ontario.
  • Applicants must have completed a resiliency analysis or be investing in infrastructure to enhance capacity.
  • Projects must be completed by March 31, 2024, with final claims due by April 15, 2024.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

This grant is aimed at addressing challenges in the agri-food sector caused or exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is designed to support projects that either analyze supply chain resiliency or invest in necessary infrastructure for growing production capacity.
  • Organizations involved in the agri-food sector in Ontario.
  • Projects focusing on market and supply chain resiliency analyses.
  • Initiatives requiring infrastructure investments to enhance production capacity for Ontario-grown food products.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The Supply Chain Stability and Adaptability Program supports efforts to enhance resilience and infrastructure within the agri-food supply chain sector, specifically in response to challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. This involves identifying points of weakness and making strategic investments to boost production and supply capacity.
  • Conducting a resiliency analysis to identify supply-chain gaps and developing an action plan to address priority areas.
  • Acquiring equipment and assets to enhance production capacity and address market demand for Ontario-grown food products.
  • Investing in infrastructure to support immediate production capacity increases.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant is specifically aimed at supporting the agri-food sector within Ontario, suggesting a regional focus for eligibility.
  • Businesses and organizations located within Ontario, Canada.

grant_single_labels|criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
  • Demonstrated need and clarity of purpose
  • Expected impact on the agri-food sector
  • Feasibility and implementation plan
  • Capacity of the applicant to deliver on the project
  • Value for money

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • Applicants must ensure that projects are completed by the specified deadline of March 31, 2024 to qualify for final claims.
  • Final claims and reporting are due no later than April 15, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. EST.
  • The program is administered by the Agricultural Adaptation Council on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.
  • Contact details for program inquiries are provided: email info@adaptcouncil.org or call 1-800-769-3272.

grant_single_labels|documents

Agri-Food Supply Chain Infrastructure Investment Stream

grant_single_labels|contact

info@adaptcouncil.org

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