How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 90% of admissible expenses, capped at $254000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the MAPAQ — Biofood Innovation Program – Component 2?

MAPAQ — Biofood Innovation Program – Component 2 is funded by Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), Gouvernement du Québec

What are MAPAQ — Biofood Innovation Program – Component 2's eligibility criterias?

Applicants must have an establishment located in Quebec. Eligible applicants include research institutions, technology transfer establishments, and associations or consortiums of enterprises or producers.

MAPAQ — Biofood Innovation Program – Component 2

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Québec biofood sector innovation and knowledge transfer grant

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Partnering and Collaboration

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

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Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Gouvernement du Québec

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This grant program aims to enhance applied knowledge development and adapt existing knowledge and technologies to address Quebec's bio-food sector challenges, with eligible activities including applied research, experimental development, and technological adaptation. The maximum funding amount for eligible projects can reach up to $254,000, including overhead costs.

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Non-repayable contribution covering up to 80% of eligible project expenses, with a possible 10% bonus for projects aligned with ministerial or governmental priorities.
Maximum funding per project varies by project type and applicant, e.g., up to $254,000 for certain 4-year university-led projects (including indirect costs) and up to $230,000 for other applicants.
Financial aid is disbursed in up to five installments tied to project milestones, with one additional payment of up to $19,550 for post-project knowledge transfer activities.

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The eligible projects under this grant focus on applied research, experimental development, and technological adaptation within the biofood industry in Quebec, aligning with key priorities to address sectorial challenges. The program supports projects aiming for technological advancements and improvements in sector-specific practices.

Applied research projects addressing key challenges in the biofood sector.
Experimental development initiatives to create new solutions and products.
Technological adaptation projects to integrate new practices and technologies into the biofood industry.
Support for integrated pest management development as part of sector priorities.
Projects related to the production, fishing, aquaculture, and food processing industries.
Transfer of new and existing knowledge to industry users through detailed plans.

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$ 210,000

Research on insect-resistant corn hybrids adapted to Quebec's climate.

$ 220,000

Adapting drone technology for automated monitoring in large-scale Quebec farms.

$ 180,000

Developing sustainable pest management strategies for Quebec's organic vegetable farms.

$ 200,000

Optimizing maple syrup production through innovative processing techniques in Quebec.

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements for the applicant's profile.

The applicant must have an establishment located in Québec.
Eligible applicants include research establishments, technology transfer establishments, associations, and groups of enterprises or producers.

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This grant is open to specific categories of applicants located in Quebec, intricately involved in the research, development, and technological adaptation within the bio-food sector.

Research institutes.
Technology transfer centers.
Associations and groupings of businesses or producers.

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This grant excludes certain companies and industries due to their status or main activity. The restrictions ensure that funds are allocated to eligible entities who meet the required criteria.

Government ministries, budgetary bodies, and state enterprises as per the Financial Administration Act.
Municipal entities.
Financial cooperatives and banking institutions.
Applicants defaulting on previous financial aid obligations within the last two years.
Applicants under an order related to the Animal Welfare and Safety Act.
Entities under protection of the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act or the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.

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The grant covers expenses directly related to the execution of the project.

Salaries and social charges for labor and students directly dedicated to the project.
Scholarships awarded to students.
Consulting fees.
Purchase of equipment with a unit cost up to $7,000.
Costs for materials and supplies.
Costs for use or rental of equipment, supplies, buildings, and land.
Laboratory analysis fees.
Travel and accommodation expenses within the guidelines of the Quebec government's management policies, limited to $5,000.
Registration fees for demonstration activities or scientific events for presenting project results.
Publication fees for peer-reviewed scientific articles, including open access fees, up to $5,000.
Costs related to communication and information dissemination.
Specialized training costs.
Non-recoverable portion of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Quebec Sales Tax (QST).

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This grant is specifically available for entities that are located within a defined geographical area to support the biofood sector. Eligible entities must have their establishments in a particular region to qualify for this funding.

Entities with establishments located in Quebec, Canada.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the sector's priorities and the grant's objectives.

The relevance of the project in relation to the sector's priorities and the Ministry's objectives, as well as the program and call for projects.
The scale of expected short and long-term results for the Quebec biofood sector.
The presence and quality of deliverables and knowledge transfer activities.
Industry contribution and participation.
Potential contribution to sustainable development.
The scientific quality of the literature review, bibliography, and experimental protocol.
Technical, organizational, administrative, and financial capacities necessary to carry out the project.
The realism of the project timeline.
The relevance of the knowledge transfer plan to facilitate the adoption of these knowledge by biofood businesses.
The realism of the financing plan.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The maximum rate of public financial assistance accumulation cannot exceed 90% of eligible project expenses.
This maximum includes both direct and indirect support from Quebec and Canadian governmental bodies, municipal entities, and other public entities.
All forms of public financial assistance are calculated at full value for accumulation purposes.
Any excess in the maximum accumulation of public financial aid must be returned to the Ministry.
Periodic progress reports and final reports detailing scientific findings and financial outcomes are required.
Additional financial assistance specifically allocated for knowledge transfer plans is capped at a certain amount, depending on project categorization and administrative allowances.
A verification process is in place for expenditures and financial planning consistency with approved project proposals.