Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Science Partnerships
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
Canada
Funding to study ecosystem impacts on Atlantic fisheries
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Canada
- Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open
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Get financial assistance for research into the impacts of the ecosystem changes on the fish and seafood sector, and for setting up partnerships or networks carrying out innovation activities.
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This grant does not specify the financing modalities in the provided information. It focuses on supporting innovation, infrastructure, and science partnerships but lacks details on the financial structuring or requirements associated with it.
grant_single_labels|projects
The Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Science Partnerships supports projects that enhance the fish and seafood sector's capacity through innovation, infrastructure, and scientific collaboration. The eligible activities are designed to foster sustainable practices and improve the sector's competitiveness globally.
- Innovation-focused projects promoting development of new products and technologies.
- Infrastructure investments to adopt advanced processes or technologies.
- Science partnerships between industry, academia, and research institutions to advance knowledge in the fisheries sector.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 120,000
Developing a new sustainable fishing technology to reduce bycatch
$ 130,000
Creating a mobile app to help fishers track and report catches
$ 150,000
Launching a fish processing technology innovation to improve efficiency
$ 220,000
Research on the effects of microplastics on the shellfish population's waters
$ 210,000
Establishment of a science partnership with a university to study oceanographic changes affecting fish populations in St John's
$ 190,000
Upgrading fishing infrastructure to include sustainable harvesting technologies
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for the Atlantic Fisheries Fund requires that applicants meet certain criteria related to their operations and activities in the fish and seafood sector.
- Applicants must be involved in the fish and seafood sector within Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, or Prince Edward Island.
- Projects must focus on innovation, infrastructure, or science partnerships aligned with the fund's objectives.
- Applicants must demonstrate how their project will contribute to bringing high value, high quality, and sustainable fish and seafood products to market.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Eligible applicants for the Atlantic Fisheries Fund typically include organizations and entities involved in the fish and seafood sector in the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. This might include fish harvesters, aquaculture operations, seafood processors, and industry associations, among others, that can contribute to innovation, infrastructure development, and science partnerships as per the fund's objectives.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This fund specifically supports the fish and seafood sector within specific provinces in Canada. Without explicit guidance on restrictions, other industries or types of companies may not be eligible.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The Atlantic Fisheries Fund targets specific initiatives to support sustainability and innovation within the fish and seafood sector. Eligible projects and activities are designed to enhance industry capabilities and increase the value of seafood products.
- Innovation projects that introduce new products and technologies in the seafood sector.
- Infrastructure projects focusing on capital investments related to new products, processes, or technologies.
- Scientific partnerships between industry entities, academia, and research institutions aimed at advancing knowledge and sustainable practices in the fisheries sector.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is specifically available to regions within the Atlantic component to support the development of the fish and seafood sector. Eligible geographic areas are determined to align with the economic goals of these provinces.
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Atlantic Fisheries Fund. The criteria include:
- Alignment with program objectives
- Demonstrated need for funding
- Expected benefits and outcomes
- Financial viability and sustainability
- Project management and implementation
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds have been allocated for the fiscal year.
- Funding availability is refreshed at the start of each new fiscal year, allowing for new applications.
- Previously funded projects may impact the success of future funding applications based on demonstrated results and compliance with past requirements.
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