How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector?

Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector is funded by Lactech

What are Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector's eligibility criterias?

Aged 18 to 49 as of December 31 of the year of application Owner or co-owner of a dairy company with at least 30% of voting shares held by individuals aged 18 to 40 for a maximum of 15 years Have a recognized academic qualification or 5 years of experience in agriculture

Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector

Last Update: July 30, 2025

QC, Canada

Supporting young dairy producers with financial assistance for business projects

Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : January 1, 2025
Closing date : March 15, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Grant Providers

Lactech

Program status

Closed

Overview of the Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector program

The Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy Sector grant offers financial awards of up to $20,000 to support young dairy producers in Quebec. The program aims to foster the next generation by funding projects that improve technical and financial efficiency, as well as business startups or acquisitions in the dairy sector.

Financing terms and conditions

Four businesses are awarded grants annually, including one grant valued at $20,000.

Eligible projects & activities

Projects aimed at improving the technical and financial efficiency of dairy farming businesses.
Projects focused on the start-up or acquisition of a dairy farming business.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 19,800

Integrated milking system installation for operational efficiency upgrade

$ 20,000

Farm acquisition financing and herd genetic improvement program

$ 19,950

Startup of a new dairy farm with energy-efficient equipment

$ 20,000

Heifer barn expansion with energy savings and ventilation upgrades

$ 19,850

Upgrade of manure management system through modern separator unit

$ 19,000

Introduction of on-farm data analytics for herd productivity improvements

Eligibility criteria of the Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector program

The applicant must be aged between 18 and 49 years as of December 31 of the application year.
The applicant must be an owner or co-owner of a business in which at least 30% of voting shares are held by individuals aged 18 to 40 for a maximum of 15 years.
The applicant must possess a recognized academic qualification (AEC, DEP, DEC, bachelor’s degree), an equivalent, or be enrolled in a training program in progress. Five years of agricultural work experience may also be acceptable.
The project must either improve the technical and financial efficiency of a dairy business or relate to the start-up or acquisition of a dairy enterprise.

Who is eligible?

Dairy production companies
Businesses led or co-owned by young dairy producers

How to apply to the Bourses à la relève Agri-Marché – Dairy sector program

Verify eligibility criteria

Review eligibility requirements for age, ownership, education, and experience
Ensure your business and project fit the program’s target audience

Prepare your project details

Choose the appropriate project category: improvement or startup/acquisition
Gather supporting information demonstrating your project’s financial and technical merits

Complete application form

Download and complete the appropriate application form for your project category
Consult with a Lactech or National Bank adviser if necessary to elaborate your project form

Assemble submission package

Attach all required supporting documents and detailed eligibility information
Double-check all sections for completeness and accuracy

Submit your application

Submit your completed application before the annual deadline of March 15
Retain a copy of the confirmation and submitted documents

Additional information

There are two project categories: improvement projects and start-up/acquisition projects.
One of the four awarded grants has a value of $20,000.
Applicants may collaborate with a Lactech or National Bank advisor when preparing their application documents.
The application deadline is March 15 each year.