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Biofood market development program — Component 1 - Quebec - Canada
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Biofood market development program — Component 1

Quebec agri-food industry support for institutional market access
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 750,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The grant program aims to increase the access of the Quebec biofood industry to Quebec's institutional sector, offering up to $750,000 in financial assistance. Eligible activities include enhancing business competencies for marketing biofood products, developing marketing and distribution strategies, creating educational and promotional tools, and facilitating business networking with institutional buyers.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Develop workforce skills
  • Access new markets
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 750,000 $
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Business Associations
Target groups
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant supports projects aimed at increasing the access of the Quebec biofood industry to institutional markets. Eligible activities include enhancing business readiness and marketing strategies while emphasizing logistical solutions.

  • Increase business preparedness and improve capabilities for marketing biofood products in institutional settings.
  • Develop and implement food marketing and distribution strategies targeting institutional markets.
  • Create and disseminate educational, informational, or promotional tools within a Quebec biofood supply project.
  • Support businesses in expanding their marketing activities in institutional markets, including obtaining public tender contracts.
  • Conduct marketing and business networking activities between institutional buyers and biofood businesses.
  • Implement logistical solutions for institutional markets.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for this grant are organizations based in Quebec that are legally constituted and operate in the bio-food sector, including cooperatives, and associations. They must have activities that directly benefit the bio-food sector.

  • Non-profit organizations.
  • Non-profit cooperatives.
  • Non-profit associations.
  • Groups of companies based in Quebec.

Who is not eligible

The eligibility criteria for this grant focus on nonprofit organizations, cooperatives, and business groupings within the biofood sector in Quebec. Therefore, several types of companies and industries are excluded from applying for this grant due to their status or activities being outside the specified criteria.

  • For-profit companies are not eligible.
  • Businesses not registered or without legal status in Quebec cannot apply.
  • Organizations not operating in the biofood sector or not benefiting companies within this sector.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant are those directly related to the execution of the project.

  • Expenses for market studies or database access fees.
  • Travel and accommodation expenses in line with the current public service rates in Quebec.
  • Rental and setup fees for exhibition spaces.
  • Costs for transporting goods for trade fairs.
  • Costs related to renting rooms and logistics for organizing an event.
  • Professional and contractual fees up to $150 per hour.
  • Base salaries up to a specified annual limit for project managers.
  • Expenses for creating and disseminating educational, informational, and promotional materials.
  • Administration costs not exceeding 10% of the financial aid.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to companies and organizations that are legally constituted in Quebec. The program targets those with an establishment operating within the province.

  • Companies legally constituted in Quebec.
  • Organizations with at least one establishment in Quebec.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • A combination of financial support from the applicant and partners is required, including a minimum 15% cash contribution for the part of the grant exceeding $50,000.
  • Flat rates for travel and accommodation may be allocated within the maximum financial assistance in line with Quebec's public service scales.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Biofood market development program — Component 1 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Biofood market development program — Component 1. 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 Biofood market development program — Component 1?

The grant program aims to increase the access of the Quebec biofood industry to Quebec's institutional sector, offering up to $750,000 in financial assistance. Eligible activities include enhancing business competencies for marketing biofood products, developing marketing and distribution strategies, creating educational and promotional tools, and facilitating business networking with institutional buyers.

How much funding can be received?

Biofood market development program — Component 1 Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $750,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Biofood market development program — Component 1 program?

To be eligible for the Biofood market development program — Component 1 program, you must: The applicant must be a legally constituted non-profit organization, cooperative, association, or group of businesses in Quebec. The applicant must have at least one establishment in Quebec and operate or benefit the biofood sector in Quebec.

What expenses are eligible under Biofood market development program — Component 1?

This grant supports projects aimed at increasing the access of the Quebec biofood industry to institutional markets. Eligible activities include enhancing business readiness and marketing strategies while emphasizing logistical solutions. Increase business preparedness and improve capabilities for marketing biofood products in institutional settings. Develop and implement food marketing and distribution strategies targeting institutional markets. Create and disseminate educational, informational, or promotional tools within a Quebec biofood supply project. Support businesses in expanding their marketing activities in institutional markets, including obtaining public tender contracts. Conduct marketing and business networking activities between institutional buyers and biofood businesses. Implement logistical solutions for institutional markets.

Who can I contact for more information about the Biofood market development program — Component 1?

You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ).

Where is the Biofood market development program — Component 1 available?

The Biofood market development program — Component 1 program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Biofood market development program — Component 1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Biofood market development program — Component 1 is a Grant and Funding

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