How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – For-profit?

AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – For-profit is funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)

AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – For-profit

Q: What are AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment – For-profit's eligibility criterias?

Must be a for-profit organization such as a partnership, corporation, cooperative, or commune. Operate within the kosher or halal red meat sector (beef and veal). Possess a legal status to enter binding agreements.

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Supports kosher and halal meat industry standards

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)

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The AgriAssurance Program: Kosher and Halal Investment offers up to $50,000 per year for eligible for-profit organizations to support the development of assurance systems and certifications related to Canadian kosher and halal red meat products. Eligible activities include hiring professional services for certification, training, and covering lab testing costs.

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Funding available to eligible for-profit organizations includes a contribution of up to $50,000 per year from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).
Funding contributions toward eligible costs are normally shared equally between AAFC and the applicant (50% cost-share).
The applicant's portion of the cost-share must be in the form of cash contributions; in-kind contributions are not eligible for cost-sharing.
Eligible costs can be financed by various sources including federal, provincial, or municipal government agencies, as well as industry partners, but must be clearly identified in the project budget.
Costs incurred before the project approval may not be reimbursed and cannot count towards the applicant's cost-share.
The program allocates a total funding envelope of $2 million over three fiscal years (2025-26 to 2027-28).

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Hiring professional services for obtaining kosher or halal certification for Canadian red meat products (beef and veal) to leverage specific export opportunities or domestic market access.
Paying salaries for individuals dedicated to developing documentation or training related to obtaining certification.
Conducting travel related to the certification process.
Covering costs associated with laboratory analyses required for certification or recognition.

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$ 100,000

Implement solar panels in community housing projects

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The applicant must be a for-profit organization, such as a partnership, corporation, cooperative, or commune that aims to make a profit.
Indigenous organizations are also eligible; these include First Nations, Inuit, or Métis communities or governments, associations, and for-profit or non-profit organizations.
The applicant must operate in the kosher or halal red meat sector focusing on beef and veal.
The project must address market-specific certification requirements, supporting only initial certifications and not subsequent renewals.
The organization must have up to 500 full-time equivalent employees.
The organization's annual sales must not exceed $100 million.
The applicant must be a legal entity capable of entering legally binding agreements.

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For-profit organizations, such as partnerships, corporations, cooperatives, or communes that aim to make a profit.
Indigenous organizations, including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities or governments, associations, or both for-profit and non-profit entities.
Entities operating in the kosher or halal red meat sector (beef and veal).

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Personnel salaries and benefits for those involved in developing documentation or training for kosher or halal certification.
Travel expenses associated with the certification process, including meals, accommodation, and care for dependents.
Costs related to laboratory analyses required to obtain kosher or halal certification or recognition.
Contractual services such as professional or specialized services under a contract, including inspection services, consultant services, or expert services.
Direct project-related expenses like shipping fees and translation costs.
Travel costs in keeping with standard travel policies, including reasonable costs for transportation and accommodations.

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Completeness and eligibility of the application form.
Alignment of proposed activities and outcomes with the program objectives.
Detailed disclosure of all funding sources for the proposed project, including in-kind contributions.
Capability of the organization to execute the project considering resources, timelines, and past performance with AAFC programs.
Eligibility, reasonableness, and necessity of the proposed activities and costs to meet the objectives.
For projects submitted by non-profit organizations: relevance to current or potential market opportunities or needs, progression in assurance system development, and potential impact on the sector within 5 to 10 years.
Potential for the project to support government priorities such as diversity, inclusion, sustainability, economic growth, and public trust.
Appropriate level of funding for approved projects based on project scope and duration, reasonable eligible expenditures, significance of activities to the sector, reasonableness of projected costs, availability of additional funding sources, and due diligence in providing performance reports.

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The AgriAssurance Program: Kosher and Halal Investment Component has an annual contribution limit of up to $50,000 for for-profit organizations.
Projects must be completed by March 31, 2028.
AAFC reserves the right to determine the eligibility and value of in-kind contributions and to make the final decision on whether expenditures are allowed.
Eligible costs must be part of the budget included in the project's application form and linked to the activities listed in the project's work plan.
Organizations should comply with the M-30 Law if based in Quebec, which involves demonstrating conformity during the project evaluation process.
A final report is required to demonstrate the project's outcomes, which must align with objectives such as improving sector resilience and knowledge.
The program encourages applications that align with government priorities, including diversity, sustainability, and economic growth.
Successful applicants must grant AAFC the right to use any materials or information produced under the funding agreement for government purposes.