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Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security
Flood recovery support for B.C. farms
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $228 million in federal-provincial support for British Columbia farms affected by flooding. It helps cover extraordinary recovery costs related to cleanup, repairs, animal welfare, and other flood-related losses so farms can return to production.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
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
- Recovery and restoration of flood-damaged farms.
- Repair of agricultural infrastructure and production facilities.
- Restoration of animal care and feed-related operations.
- Replanting and rebuilding damaged farm production assets.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Receipts for work already completed.
- Records of hours worked on repairs.
- Photos showing flood damage and repairs.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Farmers in British Columbia.
- Agricultural producers affected by flooding.
Eligible expenses
- Cleanup, repair, and restoration of land and farm buildings.
- Repair or replacement of uninsurable farm infrastructure and equipment.
- Rental of temporary facilities or replacement pasture.
- Animal welfare costs, including feed, transport, veterinary care, and mortality disposal.
- Replanting perennial plants and supporting bee colonies lost to flooding.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Losses covered by existing programs or private insurance.
- Lost income not related to disaster recovery costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
How to apply
- Step 1: Access program forms
- Go to the Government of British Columbia flood recovery page.
- Review the program criteria and application forms.
- Step 2: Prepare supporting information
- Gather receipts, work-hour records, and photos of damage and repairs.
- Complete the application materials.
- Step 3: Get help if needed
- Use the one-on-one assistance available in English or Punjabi.
- Contact the program support service if you need help completing the form.
- Step 4: Submit the application
- Submit the completed application through the Government of British Columbia program process.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the Government of British Columbia program process.
- Support is focused on flood-related recovery costs and damage documentation.
- Applicants may receive assistance to complete the application.
Additional information
- Application forms are available through the Government of British Columbia.
- One-on-one assistance is available in English and Punjabi.
- Applicants are advised to keep receipts, track work hours, and take photos of damage and repairs.
- The program is delivered by the Government of British Columbia under the federal AgriRecovery framework.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security Program
What is the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security?
This program provides up to $228 million in federal-provincial support for British Columbia farms affected by flooding. It helps cover extraordinary recovery costs related to cleanup, repairs, animal welfare, and other flood-related losses so farms can return to production.
Who is eligible for the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security program?
To be eligible for the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security program, you must:
BC farms affected by flooding.
Extraordinary flood recovery costs.
Uninsurable damage or losses.
What expenses are eligible under Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security?
Recovery and restoration of flood-damaged farms.
Repair of agricultural infrastructure and production facilities.
Restoration of animal care and feed-related operations.
Replanting and rebuilding damaged farm production assets.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at agrirecovery@gov.bc.ca or by phone at 1-888-332-3352.
Where is the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security available?
The Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security?
Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security is funded by Government of Canada