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Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII)
Supports agri-food innovation and energy efficiency
Last Update: May 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 15, 2024
- Closing date : March 28, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports Ontario agri-food businesses investing in innovative equipment and energy-saving technology. The program offers up to $100,000 per project for eligible activities that expand capacity, improve efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 15, 2024
- Closing date : March 28, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of innovative equipment, technology, or machinery
- Advanced manufacturing improvements through automation, robotics, or digitization
- Energy-efficiency upgrades and greenhouse gas reduction measures
- Food safety, traceability, facility, and cyber security improvements
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Quotes for proposed eligible costs
- Proof of CRA Business Number
- Supporting documentation for project costs
- Final report with claim submission
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Producers
- Processors
- Ontario agri-food businesses
Who is not eligible
- Applicants located outside Ontario
- Businesses that are neither producers nor processors
- Applicants without a valid business number
Eligible expenses
- New or modified equipment, technology, and machinery
- Software purchases or upgrades
- Facility or cyber security upgrades
- Third-party services such as engineering, training, installation, and management
- Food safety and traceability equipment
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before project approval or after September 30, 2027
- Application preparation and reporting costs
- Land, buildings, and green site development
- Ongoing software fees, subscriptions, warranties, and maintenance
- Vehicles, general agricultural machinery, travel, meals, and hotel costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the intake closes
- Only complete applications are assessed
- Applications are evaluated on eligibility and merit criteria
- Funding decisions are sent by email
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement before receiving payments
Additional information
- The initiative is delivered by the Agricultural Adaptation Council on behalf of Ontario.
- Funding decisions are expected within 60 business days after intake closes.
- Approved projects must be completed by September 30, 2027.
- The program uses three funding streams.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII) Program
What is the Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII)?
Supports Ontario agri-food businesses investing in innovative equipment and energy-saving technology. The program offers up to $100,000 per project for eligible activities that expand capacity, improve efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
How much funding can be received?
Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 28, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII) program?
To be eligible for the Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII) program, you must:
Ontario-based producer or processor
Valid business and premises IDs
Approved AAC application
What expenses are eligible under Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII)?
Implementation of innovative equipment, technology, or machinery
Advanced manufacturing improvements through automation, robotics, or digitization
Energy-efficiency upgrades and greenhouse gas reduction measures
Food safety, traceability, facility, and cyber security improvements
Who can I contact for more information about the Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII)?
You can contact Agricultural Adaptation Council (AAC) by email at admin@adaptcouncil.org or by phone at 1-800-769-3272.
Where is the Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII) available?
The Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative (ATII) program is available the province of Ontario.