grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
grant_single|financingType
Loans and Capital investments
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
grant_single|grantors
  • Government of Canada
  • Farm Credit Canada (FCC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Get a repayable loan for your agribusiness to help minimize your operating costs, to diversify and to expand your activities. Also, receive specialized planning and operations support from experts.

grant_single_labels|projects

grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$100,000

Ottawa
Diversification of a family-owned organic farm

$90,000

Toronto
Acquisition and modernization of an urban rooftop farm

$150,000

Calgary
Purchase of cutting-edge farming equipment to boost agricultural productivity

$85,000

Vancouver
Introduction of a new organic product line in a small agribusiness

$250,000

Kelowna
Establishment of a vineyard and wine production facility

$130,000

Winnipeg
Renovation and expansion of a dairy farm

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The eligibility criteria for the FCC (Farm Credit Canada) grant may vary based on the specific program or service provided by FCC. However, in general, some common eligibility criteria for FCC grants and financing programs include: 1. Being a Canadian agribusiness or agricultural enterprise. 2. Demonstrating a viable business plan and financial stability. 3. Meeting FCC's specific industry focus areas, such as crop input suppliers, equipment manufacturers, feed processors, wholesale, storage, distribution, grain handling, and logistics. 4. Having a clear purpose for the funds, such as business expansion, diversification, start-up, equipment purchase, debt refinancing, or other eligible projects. 5. Complying with any additional requirements or criteria set by FCC for the particular program or service. To determine your eligibility for FCC grants and financing, it is recommended to contact your local FCC Corporate and Commercial team or visit the official FCC website for detailed information on specific programs and their eligibility requirements.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

- Crop input suppliers and retailers - Equipment manufacturers and dealers - Feed processors - Wholesale, storage and distribution - Grain handling and logistics

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant. The grant covers a variety of expenses including:
  • Real property
  • Equipment and inventory
  • Expansion and construction
  • Start up
  • Diversification
  • Stretch debt and cash flow requirements
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Syndicated lending
  • Venture capital

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  • Step 1: Contact your local Corporate and Commercial team at FCC to discuss your financing needs and see if their financing options are suitable for your business.
  • Step 2: Work with FCC to build a financing plan tailored to your business after providing information about your business and its requirements.
  • Step 3: Explore the different types of financing options offered by FCC such as real property, equipment and inventory, expansion and construction, start-up funds, diversification, debt management, mergers, acquisitions, syndicated lending, and venture capital.
  • Step 4: Collaborate with FCC to finalize the financing agreement and terms that align with your business goals and financial capabilities.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

- FCC (Farm Credit Canada) is a lender exclusively focused on Canadian agriculture. - They provide financing and other services to agribusinesses for growth and expansion. - FCC offers specialized support beyond just financing to help businesses thrive. - They finance various sectors within agriculture, including crop inputs, equipment, feed processing, and logistics. - FCC has over 60 years of industry experience, a large portfolio, and expertise to tailor loans to each business's needs. - Types of financing provided include real property, equipment, expansion, start-up, and diversification, among others. - They also offer resources for Indigenous agriculture and food opportunities. - Special programs like the Young Entrepreneur Loan and FCC Vision are available for young entrepreneurs and industry input.

grant_single_labels|documents

Agribusiness Financing

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