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Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator
Supports clean technology innovation in agriculture
Last Update: May 16, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : November 25, 2024
- Closing date : January 10, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $30 million to support clean technology innovation in agriculture. It funds pre-market research, development, demonstration, knowledge transfer, and related support activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : November 25, 2024
- Closing date : January 10, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
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
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Further distribution of funds to ultimate recipients
- Support services for selected recipients
- Knowledge and technology transfer activities
- Research, development, demonstration, and knowledge transfer by ultimate recipients
Documents Needed
- Certificate or Articles of Incorporation
- Business Plan or Strategic Plan
- Work plan
- Budget
- Audited or review engagement financial statements for the last 2 years
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Business accelerators, incubators, and networks
- Ag-tech companies
- Agri-food processors
- Co-operatives and Indigenous groups
Who is not eligible
- Financial institutions
- Academic institutions
- Crown corporations
- Federal government bodies
- Foreign governments and individuals
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits
- Contracted professional or specialized services
- Translation, communications, and outreach
- Administrative costs calculated at 10% of total eligible costs
- Support services and knowledge transfer costs, up to 10% combined
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Goodwill and in-kind contributions
- Commercialization, patent, legal, and hospitality costs
- Capital assets, land or building purchases, and construction or infrastructure costs
- Government fees, refundable taxes, and performance pay
- Costs already reimbursed by another government program
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants receive an acknowledgement notice after submission.
- Applications are checked for completeness before full assessment.
- Incomplete applications may be put on hold until missing information is provided.
- Approved applicants receive a written decision and negotiate a contribution agreement.
- No funding is payable until the contribution agreement is signed.
Additional information
- Applicants must be able to collaborate with sector partners.
- Quebec applicants may need to address M-30 compliance.
- Public acknowledgements may be required if funded.
- Projects may be subject to official languages commitments.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator. 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 Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator?
This program provides up to $30 million to support clean technology innovation in agriculture. It funds pre-market research, development, demonstration, knowledge transfer, and related support activities.
How much funding can be received?
Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $8,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 10, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator program?
To be eligible for the Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator program, you must:
Not-for-profit legal entity
Activities in Canada
Sector collaboration capacity
What expenses are eligible under Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator?
Further distribution of funds to ultimate recipients
Support services for selected recipients
Knowledge and technology transfer activities
Research, development, demonstration, and knowledge transfer by ultimate recipients
Who can I contact for more information about the Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) by email at aafc.act-ri-tpa-ri.aac@agr.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-246-4682.
Where is the Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator available?
The Agricultural Clean Technology Program Research and Innovation Stream – Accelerator program is available the province of Ontario.