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Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1
Supports awareness of agriculture careers in Alberta
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 40,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 23, 2024
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Supports Alberta agriculture and agri-food employers to raise awareness of career opportunities. Maximum funding is 80% of eligible costs, up to $40,000 per applicant, for outreach, marketing, and related consulting work.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop an online presence
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 23, 2024
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Social media campaigns promoting agriculture and agri-food careers
- Marketing and communications to increase public and job seeker awareness
- Promotion of job opportunities at individual Alberta-based companies
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed application by an authorized representative
- Program Overview
- Terms and Conditions
- Supporting documentation requested in the form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agri-food processors
- Primary producers
- Registered Alberta industry organizations representing agriculture or agri-food processing
Who is not eligible
- Applicants whose sole business purpose is retail sales
- Organizations without a direct role serving primary agriculture
- Third-party affiliates such as agriculture societies, community groups, and alumni groups
- Trade show organizers, event promoters, and youth-focused charities
Eligible expenses
- Consulting fees for third-party support
- Costs tied to eligible awareness and marketing activities
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects targeting recruitment or retention of temporary foreign workers
- GST
- Employee wages, housing, relocation, or training costs
- Projects already funded by the Government of Alberta or the Government of Canada
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed case by case against eligibility, assessment criteria, and funding availability
- Approved applicants must sign a Grant Agreement before any payment is made
- Funding is paid as an advance and later reimbursement based on eligible costs and invoices
- A final report and supporting documentation are required after project completion
Additional information
- Projects must be completed by November 30, 2026.
- Applications are reviewed case by case, subject to funding availability.
- Applicants may apply more than once, but not for the same work.
- A signed Grant Agreement is required before funding is paid.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1. 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 Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1?
Supports Alberta agriculture and agri-food employers to raise awareness of career opportunities. Maximum funding is 80% of eligible costs, up to $40,000 per applicant, for outreach, marketing, and related consulting work.
How much funding can be received?
Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1 Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $40,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1 program?
To be eligible for the Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1 program, you must:
Incorporated in Alberta and CORES-registered
Eligible agri-food, producer, or industry organization
Project promotes agriculture career awareness
What expenses are eligible under Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1?
Social media campaigns promoting agriculture and agri-food careers
Marketing and communications to increase public and job seeker awareness
Promotion of job opportunities at individual Alberta-based companies
Who can I contact for more information about the Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1?
You can contact Agriculture for Life by email at grants@agricultureforlife.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1 available?
The Addressing the Agriculture Labour Task Force Grant Program — Stream 1 program is available the province of Alberta.