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Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3
Supports technical knowledge transfer through sectoral livestock exhibitions
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 115,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 offers financial assistance of up to $115,000 per applicant per year (maximum $345,000 over the course of the program) to support sectoral exhibitions that enhance technical knowledge among dairy cattle, beef cattle, and equine producers. Eligible activities include organizing exhibitions, knowledge transfer activities, animal judging events, and implementing at least three eco-responsible actions related to event management.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 115,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Animal Protection
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Planning, organizing, and conducting sector-specific exhibitions for dairy cattle, beef cattle, and equine producers.
- Integrating animal judging events as part of sectoral exhibitions.
- Providing knowledge transfer activities for breeders, such as informational or demonstration booths, conferences, seminars, roundtables, or workshops.
- Implementing at least three eco-responsible actions during exhibitions, including at least one related to food practices.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Sectoral exhibitions related to dairy cattle, beef cattle, and equine breeding
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for contractors directly involved in the project.
- Wages and benefits for applicant and partner staff proportionate to project involvement.
- Costs for planning, organizing, and hosting the event, including site management.
- Expenses for advertising, promotion, and communications related to the event.
- Acquisition of data essential for project activities.
- Purchase, design, production, or adaptation of materials and equipment necessary for the event.
- Development and design of web tools for event support.
- Prizes, bursaries, and financial rewards related to animal judgements and participant support.
- Travel and accommodation expenses for applicants or contractors, within public sector limits.
- Administrative expenses, not exceeding 10% of the financial aid awarded.
- Logistics costs directly linked to project activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- At least one eco-responsible action related to food must be included among the three required eco-responsible actions.
- The duration of supported projects must comply with the maximum period established during the project submission phase.
- Business plans must be implemented as part of project execution.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3. 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 Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3?
The Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 offers financial assistance of up to $115,000 per applicant per year (maximum $345,000 over the course of the program) to support sectoral exhibitions that enhance technical knowledge among dairy cattle, beef cattle, and equine producers. Eligible activities include organizing exhibitions, knowledge transfer activities, animal judging events, and implementing at least three eco-responsible actions related to event management.
How much funding can be received?
Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $115,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 program?
To be eligible for the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 program, you must:
Applicant must be a sectoral exhibition organizer.
What expenses are eligible under Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3?
Planning, organizing, and conducting sector-specific exhibitions for dairy cattle, beef cattle, and equine producers.
Integrating animal judging events as part of sectoral exhibitions.
Providing knowledge transfer activities for breeders, such as informational or demonstration booths, conferences, seminars, roundtables, or workshops.
Implementing at least three eco-responsible actions during exhibitions, including at least one related to food practices.
Where is the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 available?
The Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3?
Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 is funded by Gouvernment of Québec
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