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Biofood market development program — Component 2 - Quebec - Canada
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Biofood market development program — Component 2

Support for collective market development
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 750,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program supports collective market development projects for Quebec biofood businesses. It offers up to $750,000 per applicant for market research, promotion, sales development, and distribution initiatives in Quebec and outside Quebec.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Access new markets
  • Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 750,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 25,000 $
  • Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Public administration
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

  • Market development and research
  • Marketing strategy design and implementation
  • Promotion and business development activities
  • Collective food distribution or logistics solutions
  • Export market development and support outside Quebec

Documents Needed

  • Completed financial aid application form
  • Two most recent financial statements, when available
  • External service offers and CVs for consultants, when applicable
  • CVs or proof of expertise for internal specialists
  • Salary calculation sheet for employee costs submitted to the program

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Non-profit organizations
  • Non-profit cooperatives
  • Non-profit associations
  • Business groups

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants registered in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
  • Applicants that failed to meet obligations after a prior funding notice

Eligible expenses

  • Market studies and database access
  • Travel, lodging, and transportation costs
  • Venue rental, booth setup, and event logistics
  • Promotion material design and dissemination
  • Professional and contract fees, salaries, and administration costs

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • GST and QST
  • Normal operating, sales, manufacturing, and merchandising costs
  • Product development, packaging, and manufacturing costs
  • Building, land, vehicle, computer equipment, and other capital asset purchases or improvements
  • Promotional printing, trade show booth construction, samples, gifts, and legal fees

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after submission under a project call
  • Eligible applications are analyzed by a selection committee
  • A financial assistance agreement must be signed before funding is paid
  • Progress reports and a final report are required during and at the end of the project
  • Payments are made according to the schedule set in the agreement

Additional information

  • The program is terminated.
  • Applications are processed through a project call.
  • Funding is subject to available budget and approved credits.

Contacts

pdm@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca
514 873-4147

Frequently Asked Questions about the Biofood market development program — Component 2 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Biofood market development program — Component 2. 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 2?

This program supports collective market development projects for Quebec biofood businesses. It offers up to $750,000 per applicant for market research, promotion, sales development, and distribution initiatives in Quebec and outside Quebec.

How much funding can be received?

Biofood market development program — Component 2 Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $750,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Biofood market development program — Component 2 program?

To be eligible for the Biofood market development program — Component 2 program, you must: Legally incorporated in Quebec At least one establishment in Quebec Project must involve biofood businesses

What expenses are eligible under Biofood market development program — Component 2?

Market development and research Marketing strategy design and implementation Promotion and business development activities Collective food distribution or logistics solutions Export market development and support outside Quebec

Who can I contact for more information about the Biofood market development program — Component 2?

You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) by email at pdm@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 514 873-4147.

Where is the Biofood market development program — Component 2 available?

The Biofood market development program — Component 2 program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Biofood market development program — Component 2 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Biofood market development program — Component 2 is a Partnering and Collaboration

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