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Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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

Q: 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

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Supports technical knowledge transfer through sectoral livestock exhibitions

Grant and Funding

Gouvernment of Québec

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.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Reduce the ecological 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

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.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 90,000

Implementing IT security upgrades for credit union’s digital services

$ 73,000

Developing accessible mobile app for local transit coordination

$ 55,000

Launching a zero-waste composting initiative at community market

$ 170,000

Installing solar panels and battery backup for office building

$ 80,000

Upgrading local daycare’s outdoor space with inclusive play equipment

$ 100,000

Retrofitting bakery with energy-efficient ovens and lighting

Eligibility

The applicant must be a sectoral exhibition organization.
The project must aim to increase technical knowledge for dairy cattle, beef cattle, or equine breeders.
The project must involve the planning, organization, and execution of one or more sectoral exhibitions.
The project must be part of the implementation of a business plan.
The project must offer at least one knowledge transfer activity for breeders, such as information/demo kiosks, conferences/seminars, or roundtables/workshops, and include at least three eco-responsible actions, with at least one related to food.

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

How to apply

Confirm project and applicant eligibility

Ensure your project aligns with increasing technical knowledge for dairy cattle, beef cattle, or equine producers
Confirm the project includes eligible sector exhibitions

Develop and structure the project

Develop a business plan for the exhibition project
Plan, organize, and schedule one or more sector exhibitions
Include animal judging activities and knowledge transfer for breeders
Plan at least three eco-responsible actions, including one related to food

Document eligible expenses

Identify and list eligible expenses related to the project
Prepare supporting documents for all projected costs

Prepare and finalize the application

Compile all documents and complete the application according to program guidelines
Ensure the application is ready and meets all specified requirements

Submit the application

Submit the completed application to the relevant program authority
Retain copies of all submitted documents

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.

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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?

How much funding can be received?

Who is eligible for the Agricultural and Sector Show Support Program – Stream 1.3 program?

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.