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Apiculture Support Program
Partial support for apiculture insurance costs
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened June 18, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides a partial reimbursement of apiculture insurance contributions. It supports Bee and Honey coverage under ASREC for eligible apiculture businesses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Enrollment in ASREC Bee coverage
- Enrollment in ASREC Honey coverage
Documents Needed
- ASREC insurance certificate or proof of coverage
- Application form for crop insurance membership
- Any documents requested to confirm eligibility under ASREC
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Apiculture businesses enrolled in Bees coverage
- Apiculture businesses enrolled in Honey coverage
Eligible expenses
- Part of the contribution payable for ASREC Bee coverage
- Part of the contribution payable for ASREC Honey coverage
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec
Selection criteria
- Alignment with ASREC eligibility rules.
- Coverage under the Bees or Honey subgroup.
- Compliance with good production practices.
How to apply
- Step 1: Enroll in ASREC
- Select the Bees or Honey coverage.
- Complete the ASREC enrollment process.
- Step 2: Meet program requirements
- Ensure the business satisfies ASREC eligibility rules.
- Follow the required good production practices.
- Step 3: Automatic participation
- Eligible businesses are automatically included in the support program.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are automatically included when the business enrolls in ASREC Bee or Honey coverage.
- Coverage and compliance are reviewed under the ASREC program rules.
- Financial assistance is issued according to the relevant insurance year.
- Payments may be made in one or more instalments.
Additional information
- Participation is automatic if enrolled in ASREC Bee or Honey coverage.
- The program has been in effect since April 1, 2022.
- The total program budget is capped at $1 million.
- The support is linked to compliance with environmental standards.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Apiculture Support Program Program
What is the Apiculture Support Program?
This program provides a partial reimbursement of apiculture insurance contributions. It supports Bee and Honey coverage under ASREC for eligible apiculture businesses.
How much funding can be received?
Apiculture Support Program Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Apiculture Support Program program?
To be eligible for the Apiculture Support Program program, you must:
Covered under Bees or Honey
Meets ASREC requirements
Good production practices
What expenses are eligible under Apiculture Support Program?
Enrollment in ASREC Bee coverage
Enrollment in ASREC Honey coverage
Who can I contact for more information about the Apiculture Support Program?
You can contact La Financière agricole (FADQ) or by phone at 1 800 749-3646.
Where is the Apiculture Support Program available?
The Apiculture Support Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Apiculture Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Apiculture Support Program is a Grant and Funding