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AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment
Supports kosher and halal red meat market development
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2027
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $2 million in funding for kosher and halal red meat market development. It supports domestic and international marketing, promotion, trade missions, market research, training, trade advocacy, and trade show participation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- International Activities
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Domestic and international marketing plans for kosher and halal red meat
- Industry advertising and product promotion
- Incoming, outgoing, and exploratory trade missions
- Market research and technical training
- Trade seminars, trade advocacy, and trade show participation
Documents Needed
- Certificate or Articles of Incorporation
- Last 2 years of financial statements
- Membership listing
- Detailed project budget
- Program questionnaire
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations and communities
- Sector councils and associations
- Corporations operating on a not-for-profit basis
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations outside the kosher and halal red meat sector
- Applicants unable to enter into legal agreements
- Projects focused on lobbying governments
Eligible expenses
- Marketing and promotion materials
- Travel, accommodation, and per diems
- Contracted services such as research, design, translation, and marketing support
- Trade show displays, conference fees, and product sample shipping
- Project management and administrative costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Lobbying Canadian or foreign governments
- Canada Pavilion Program trade events, unless exhibiting in a sector hall
- Entertainment, hospitality, gifts, prizes, and giveaways
- Costs already reimbursed by another public program
- Routine member communication costs and regular association activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Indo-Pacific priority markets: Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, the Philippines, Pakistan, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam
Selection criteria
- Application completeness and project eligibility
- Alignment with program objectives and expected results
- All funding sources identified
- Capacity to deliver within resources and timelines
- Market opportunity, export potential, and value for money
How to apply
- Step 1: Start your online application
- Access your program information through the AAFC portal.
- Choose Grants and contributions and sign in or sign up.
- Start a new application for the program.
- Step 2: Complete the forms
- Fill out the application form.
- Download the detailed project budget and the program questionnaire.
- Complete and save both forms on your computer.
- Step 3: Upload required documents
- Upload the completed forms.
- Upload incorporation documents, financial statements, and the membership listing.
- Upload support letters, if available.
- Step 4: Review and submit
- Complete all application details.
- Submit the complete application.
Processing and Agreement
- AAFC checks that required forms and declarations are complete.
- Incomplete applications may be put on hold and applicants may be asked for more information.
- Complete applications are reviewed by program administrators and technical reviewers.
- If approved, applicants receive a written decision letter and a contribution agreement.
- No reimbursement is made before the contribution agreement is signed.
Additional information
- Priority is given to national projects.
- Quebec-based applicants may need to address the M-30 Act.
- Intellectual property created under the agreement remains with the recipient or a third party.
- AAFC may require reporting on finances, performance, and results.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment Program
What is the AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment?
This program provides up to $2 million in funding for kosher and halal red meat market development. It supports domestic and international marketing, promotion, trade missions, market research, training, trade advocacy, and trade show participation.
How much funding can be received?
AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment program?
To be eligible for the AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment program, you must:
National not-for-profit or Indigenous organization
Project supports kosher and halal red meat sector
Legal entity able to sign agreements
What expenses are eligible under AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment?
Domestic and international marketing plans for kosher and halal red meat
Industry advertising and product promotion
Incoming, outgoing, and exploratory trade missions
Market research and technical training
Trade seminars, trade advocacy, and trade show participation
Who can I contact for more information about the AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) by email at aafc.agrimarketingagri-marketing.aac@agr.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-246-4682.
Where is the AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment available?
The AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment program is available across Canada.
Is the AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment a grant, loan, or tax credit?
AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment is a Grant and Funding