grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|fromMinToMax
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDateJuly 9, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
grant_single|grantors
  • Gouvernement du Québec
  • La Financière agricole (FADQ)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

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Get a matching contribution of up to $10,000 per year to help manage income declines or to make investments to mitigate on-farm risks.

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

This grant offers supportive financing modalities to help agricultural producers enhance their financial resilience. The modalities focus on matching contributions to assist in risk management.
  • Annual deposits made by participants are matched by government contributions, up to a maximum of $10,000.
  • Funds deposited in the AgriInvest account serve as a financial reserve to assist in managing operational risks.

grant_single_labels|projects

The AgriInvest program in Quebec provides financial assistance by matching contributions to help farmers manage risks related to their agricultural operations. This program supports most agricultural activities except for a few specified exclusions.
  • Financial management reserves for agricultural risk mitigation.
  • Support for a diverse range of agricultural products except for those under certain categories like supply-managed products and non-farming derived income.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 9,000

Setup of a greenhouse for cultivating exotic plants

$ 5,000

Development of a honeybee farm

$ 10,000

Efficiency enhancement of dairy farm operations

$ 6,000

Establishment of a raspberry farm with advanced irrigation systems

$ 7,500

Establishment of an organic poultry farm

$ 8,000

Expansion of an organic vegetable farm

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility for the AgriInvest program is determined by specific criteria related to the nature of the agricultural products and the source of income.
  • Most agricultural products are allowable under the AgriInvest program except those under supply-management.
  • Forestry products are not eligible for the program.
  • Aquacultural products are excluded from eligibility.
  • Racehorses and peat moss are not considered eligible products.
  • Cannabis is not eligible under the program.
  • Wild animals in their natural environment do not qualify for the program.
  • The resale of products that do not stem from the farming operation is not eligible.
  • Income derived from farming activities carried on outside of Canada is excluded from eligibility.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

The AgriInvest program is open to individuals involved in the agricultural sector with eligible agricultural products. Most agricultural products are allowed, with a few exceptions, including products under supply-management, forestry, aquacultural products, racehorses, peat moss, cannabis, wild animals in their natural environment, resale of non-farming products, and income from farming outside Canada. It aims to provide financial support to agricultural producers to manage business risks through savings contributions.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

The AgriInvest program imposes restrictions on specific types of products and income sourcing, focusing on exclusions related to supply management and non-agricultural activities. These restrictions ensure that the program supports genuine farming operations in Canada.
  • Products under supply-management.
  • Forestry products.
  • Aquacultural products.
  • Racehorses.
  • Peat moss.
  • Cannabis.
  • Wild animals in their natural environment.
  • Resale of products that do not stem from the farming operation.
  • Income derived from farming activities carried on outside of Canada.

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The AgriInvest program is designed to assist farmers in managing financial risks by providing matching government contributions to savings deposits, creating a reserve for risk mitigation. However, specific activities or projects eligible for this grant are not outlined in the provided information.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant does not specify eligible geographical areas as detailed in the provided information.

grant_single_labels|register

Here are the steps to submit an application for the AgriInvest program:
  • Step 1: Create an Account
    • Visit the AgriInvest portal to create your account.
    • Fill in the necessary information to register for access to the online services.
  • Step 2: Set Up an AgriInvest Account
    • Once registered, set up your AgriInvest account through the portal.
    • Provide all required banking and farm operation details.
  • Step 3: Annual Deposit
    • Make an annual deposit into your AgriInvest account up to the allowable limit.
    • Ensure compliance with the eligibility criteria for deposited products.
  • Step 4: Government Matching Contribution
    • Await the matching government contribution based on the deposit made.
    • Verify that the contribution has been correctly added to your account.
  • Step 5: Manage Funds
    • Use the funds to manage risks associated with your agricultural operations.
    • Keep track of all transactions through your online account.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The AgriInvest program can serve as a complement to the Farm Income Stabilization Insurance Program (ASRA), where its interventions are adjusted to consider the amounts paid by AgriInvest.
  • Participants must manage their AgriInvest account balance according to their risk management needs, including withdrawals.
  • Government contributions are subject to a maximum limit of $10,000.

grant_single_labels|documents

AgriInvest — Quebec

grant_single_labels|contact

1-800-749-3646

Apply to this program

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