Get a grant of up to $100,000 when you partner with agricultural non-profits, Indigenous organizations and environmental groups in your province on a project that stores carbon and/or reduces greenhouse gases.

Eligibility criteria

The eligibility criteria for the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) grant program are not explicitly stated in the provided context. To obtain specific information on the eligibility criteria for this grant program, you may need to contact the program administrators directly via email at aafc.acs-sac.aac@agr.gc.ca. They will be able to provide you with detailed information on who is eligible to apply for the grant and the specific requirements that applicants must meet to qualify for funding.

Who is eligible

- Agricultural companies - Farming companies - Companies involved in agricultural technology and practices

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) grant may include: - Costs associated with implementing on-farm climate action practices - Expenses related to adopting beneficial management practices (BMPs) - Funding for research and development of climate-resilient farming technologies - Fees for participating in ACS Living Labs program activities - Investments in carbon sequestration and greenhouse gas reduction initiatives Please refer to the grant guidelines for a detailed list of eligible expenses.

Eligible projects & activities

- ACS – Living Labs program - On-Farm Climate Action Fund

Evaluation & selection criteria

- Demonstrated alignment with the objectives of the Agricultural Climate Solutions program - Potential to sequester carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and deliver environmental benefits - Ability to implement innovative farming practices to tackle climate change - Capacity to collaborate with farmers, scientists, and sector partners in developing beneficial on-farm practices - Feasibility and scalability of proposed on-farm climate action initiatives - Potential impact on enhancing climate resiliency in the agricultural sector - Alignment with the overall goals of the Natural Climate Solutions Fund and contributions towards Canada's greenhouse gas reduction targets

How to apply

To apply for the Agricultural Climate Solutions grant, you can follow these steps: 1. Visit the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) website to access the grant information. 2. Review the eligibility criteria and program guidelines to ensure your project aligns with the grant objectives. 3. Prepare your application materials, including a project proposal outlining how you will contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing climate resilience in agriculture. 4. Submit your application according to the specified deadlines and guidelines provided by AAFC. 5. Stay informed about any updates or announcements regarding the grant program.

Additional information

- The ACS program is part of the Natural Climate Solutions Fund, which has a total investment of over $4 billion. - Collaboration between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is key to developing projects that invest in natural climate solutions. - The ACS program supports the adoption of climate-smart agriculture practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resiliency. - The Living Labs program involves farmers, scientists, and other partners working together to test on-farm practices for climate resiliency. - The On-Farm Climate Action Fund supports farmers in implementing beneficial management practices that store carbon and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.

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