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Alizés Awards
Awards recognizing Canadian agri-food export excellence and innovation
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Alizés Awards recognize Canadian agri-food and food processing companies for excellence in export performance and innovative export strategies (maximum funding amount not specified). Eligible activities include applying to one or two award categories highlighting international export success, interprovincial market development, and ESG-integrated export initiatives.
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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
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
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
Activities funded
- International export growth initiatives for Canadian agri-food products (submission for the SME or Large Company export award categories).
- Canadian market expansion projects outside the company’s home province, supported by an exemplary product marketing strategy (submission for the Canadian Market award category).
- Implementation of innovative export strategies that integrate ESG principles into operations (submission for the Innovative Export Strategy award category).
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian food processing companies
- Canadian agricultural companies
Who is not eligible
- Service companies (i.e., businesses whose primary activity is providing services rather than producing food or agricultural products).
- Distribution companies.
- Trading houses (companies primarily engaged in buying/selling products rather than producing them).
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Service companies (not eligible to participate)
- Distribution companies (not eligible to participate)
- Trading houses (not eligible to participate)
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada (company headquarters must be in Canada).
Additional information
- Finalists receive recognition from agri-food experts in front of buyers and key industry decision-makers at the Alizés Awards Evening.
- The Alizés Awards Evening takes place in conjunction with SIAL Canada; winners are announced on April 29, 2026, at Belvédère Hall (Old Port of Montreal).
- Companies may compete in up to two of the four award categories.
- A webinar is offered to guide applicants and share best practices for submitting a strong application.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Alizés Awards Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alizés Awards. 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 Alizés Awards?
The Alizés Awards recognize Canadian agri-food and food processing companies for excellence in export performance and innovative export strategies (maximum funding amount not specified). Eligible activities include applying to one or two award categories highlighting international export success, interprovincial market development, and ESG-integrated export initiatives.
Who is eligible for the Alizés Awards program?
To be eligible for the Alizés Awards program, you must:
Canadian food processing or agricultural company headquartered in Canada
Products primarily made in Canada; in business ≥3 years; annual revenue ≥ CAD $1M
Service, distribution and trading companies are not eligible
What expenses are eligible under Alizés Awards?
International export growth initiatives for Canadian agri-food products (submission for the SME or Large Company export award categories).
Canadian market expansion projects outside the company’s home province, supported by an exemplary product marketing strategy (submission for the Canadian Market award category).
Implementation of innovative export strategies that integrate ESG principles into operations (submission for the Innovative Export Strategy 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)