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AgriCompetitiveness Program

Funding to build capacity in the agricultural sector
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Government of Canada
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Canada

Overview

The AgriCompetitiveness Program, under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, offers up to $1 million per year or a maximum of $5 million over five years for projects aimed at enhancing the agricultural sector's development through environmental awareness, capacity building, and risk management. Eligible activities include sector-led seminars, educational initiatives at national fairs, management improvement projects, and promoting inclusivity and diversity within the sector.

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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 a new product or service
  • Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
  • Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Research
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
  • Business Associations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • General public
  • Children & youth
  • Young adults
  • Indigenous peoples
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Academia / students
  • Community leaders
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • National

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Development and dissemination of skills, tools, and best practices within the agriculture and agri-food sector.
  • Leadership development and facilitation of knowledge transfer through events, conferences, or training initiatives.
  • Initiatives aimed at increasing business management and planning capacity across the sector.
  • Projects focused on promoting farm safety and supporting mental health strategies for producers and their families.
  • Creation and delivery of activities to raise public awareness and trust in Canadian agriculture, including educational initiatives at national agricultural fairs.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Not-for-profit organizations operating in the agriculture and agri-food sector
  • Not-for-profit Indigenous organizations (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) within the agriculture and agri-food sector
  • Associations of workers and/or employers within the industry
  • Local community, charitable, or voluntary organizations related to agriculture
  • National domestic agricultural fairs and exhibitions

Who is not eligible

  • For-profit organizations of any type.
  • Commodity organizations.
  • Individuals (non-organizational applicants).

Eligible expenses

  • Personnel salaries and benefits directly related to project activities.
  • Costs associated with the development and dissemination of information, tools, and resources (such as publications, websites, newsletters, and educational materials).
  • Expenses for organizing and delivering events, conferences, workshops, seminars, and training sessions linked to the project's scope.
  • Purchase or rental of equipment essential for the completion of project tasks (including equipment owned or donated with a useful life over 1 year and per item cost above $10,000, as an in-kind contribution).
  • Travel and accommodation expenses necessary for implementing the project.
  • Costs related to communication and outreach activities that support awareness, knowledge transfer, or capacity-building.
  • Inspection services provided by third parties as a required part of the project (may be treated as in-kind if donated).

Eligible geographic areas

  • Organizations operating across Canada, including all provinces and territories.

Additional information

  • Program costs can be eligible as of April 1, 2026, but only after the application is deemed complete.
  • Quebec-based organizations must demonstrate compliance with the Province of Quebec's M-30 Act during the application process.
  • Indigenous recipients may access flexible contribution funding and tailored provisions as part of their agreement.
  • Intellectual property created with grant funding will belong to the recipient, but Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada retains usage rights for government purposes.

Documents and links

AgriCompetitiveness Program

Frequently Asked Questions about the AgriCompetitiveness Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the AgriCompetitiveness Program. 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 AgriCompetitiveness Program?

The AgriCompetitiveness Program, under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, offers up to $1 million per year or a maximum of $5 million over five years for projects aimed at enhancing the agricultural sector's development through environmental awareness, capacity building, and risk management. Eligible activities include sector-led seminars, educational initiatives at national fairs, management improvement projects, and promoting inclusivity and diversity within the sector.

How much funding can be received?

AgriCompetitiveness Program Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the AgriCompetitiveness Program program?

To be eligible for the AgriCompetitiveness Program program, you must: For-profit organizations are not eligible.

What expenses are eligible under AgriCompetitiveness Program?

Development and dissemination of skills, tools, and best practices within the agriculture and agri-food sector. Leadership development and facilitation of knowledge transfer through events, conferences, or training initiatives. Initiatives aimed at increasing business management and planning capacity across the sector. Projects focused on promoting farm safety and supporting mental health strategies for producers and their families. Creation and delivery of activities to raise public awareness and trust in Canadian agriculture, including educational initiatives at national agricultural fairs.

Who can I contact for more information about the AgriCompetitiveness Program?

You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).

Where is the AgriCompetitiveness Program available?

The AgriCompetitiveness Program program is available across Canada.

Is the AgriCompetitiveness Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

AgriCompetitiveness Program is a Grant and Funding

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