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Biofuels Production Incentive
Per-litre support for biodiesel and renewable diesel production
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
December 31, 2027
Opened January 5, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides a tiered per-litre incentive for eligible biodiesel and renewable diesel production. It supports existing production for fuel made in 2026 and 2027, with a focus on North American feedstocks and sales into the Canadian market.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Existing biodiesel production.
- Existing renewable diesel production.
Documents Needed
- Applicant’s Guide
- Application Form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada
- Not-for-profit organizations
- For-profit organizations
- Existing biodiesel producers
- Existing renewable diesel producers
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada.
- Businesses that do not currently produce biodiesel or renewable diesel.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Use of North American feedstocks.
- Sale of the fuel into the Canadian market.
How to apply
- Step 1: Request application materials
- Email the program to request the Applicant’s Guide and Form.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Prepare the required information using the guide and form provided.
- Step 3: Submit the request
- Send the application by email to the program.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted on a continuous intake basis until December 31, 2027.
- The applicant must request the guide and form by email before applying.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on a continuous intake basis until December 31, 2027.
- The incentive applies to fuel produced in the 2026 and 2027 calendar years.
- Applicants must request the Applicant’s Guide and Form by email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Biofuels Production Incentive Program
What is the Biofuels Production Incentive?
This program provides a tiered per-litre incentive for eligible biodiesel and renewable diesel production. It supports existing production for fuel made in 2026 and 2027, with a focus on North American feedstocks and sales into the Canadian market.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is December 31, 2027. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Biofuels Production Incentive program?
To be eligible for the Biofuels Production Incentive program, you must:
The applicant must be a legal entity incorporated or registered in Canada.
The applicant must currently produce biodiesel or renewable diesel.
The applicant must use North American feedstocks.
What expenses are eligible under Biofuels Production Incentive?
Existing biodiesel production.
Existing renewable diesel production.
Who can I contact for more information about the Biofuels Production Incentive?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at bpi-ipb@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Biofuels Production Incentive available?
The Biofuels Production Incentive program is available across Canada.
Is the Biofuels Production Incentive a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Biofuels Production Incentive is a Grant and Funding