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Alizés Awards
Awards recognizing Canadian agri-food export excellence and innovation
Latest source updateLast Update: July 28, 2026Latest change: The Alizés Awards page now shows a December-to-February application period and updates the 2027 event to Hotel X in Toronto on April 27.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 28, 2026
Latest change: The Alizés Awards page now shows a December-to-February application period and updates the 2027 event to Hotel X in Toronto on April 27.
Alizés Awards application period and 2027 event details updated
The Alizés Awards page now shows an application period that opens in December and closes on February 27, and it updates the 2027 Alizés Evening to Hotel X in Toronto on April 27. The page also adds sponsor and organizer links, which may affect where applicants look for official program information. No funding terms are shown as changed.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Alizés Awards recognize Canadian food processing and agricultural companies headquartered in Canada for excellence in export and food marketing. Applications may be submitted in four categories covering international export success, market development outside the home province, and innovative export strategies integrating ESG principles.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 1,000,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian food processing companies
- Canadian agricultural companies
Who is not eligible
- Service companies
- Distribution companies
- Trading houses
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada (company headquarters must be in Canada).
Selection criteria
- Notable success in international export in recent years (for the “SME – Fonds de solidarité FTQ” and “Large Company – FCC” categories).
- Exemplary product marketing strategy outside the company’s home province (for the “Canadian Market Award – National Bank” category).
- Implementation of innovative export strategies while integrating ESG principles into operations (for the “Innovative Export Strategy – Inno-centre” category).
How to apply
- Review the official rules and eligibility criteria.
- Review the application questions before completing the online version.
- Submit the online application before February 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Additional information
- Finalists gain recognition from agri-food experts before buyers and industry decision-makers.
- The Alizés Evening honours four companies excelling in export and food marketing alongside SIAL Canada.
- Companies may compete in up to two of the four award categories.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alizés Awards Program
What is the Alizés Awards?
The Alizés Awards recognize Canadian food processing and agricultural companies headquartered in Canada for excellence in export and food marketing. Applications may be submitted in four categories covering international export success, market development outside the home province, and innovative export strategies integrating ESG principles.
Who is eligible for the Alizés Awards program?
To be eligible for the Alizés Awards program, you must:
Be a Canadian food processing or agricultural company headquartered in Canada
Market products made mostly in Canada and have operated for at least 3 years
Have annual revenue of at least $1M and meet the criteria of the selected award category
Who can I contact for more information about the Alizés Awards?
You can contact Farm Credit Canada (FCC) by email at info@lesprixalizesawards.ca or by phone at 450-649-6266.
Where is the Alizés Awards available?
The Alizés Awards program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Alizés Awards?
Alizés Awards is funded by Farm Credit Canada (FCC)