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Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)
Support for seafood processors affected by COVID-19
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
March 31, 2021
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
The Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) provided support for fish and seafood processors affected by COVID-19. It funded storage solutions, plant operations improvements, and market responsiveness measures.
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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
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
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
- Increasing storage capacity for seafood products.
- Improving plant operations and worker protection.
- Adapting products, packaging, and production processes.
- Responding to new consumer needs and market opportunities.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Fish and seafood processing businesses
- Non-profit organizations supporting the sector
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to storage solutions for live, frozen, or processed products.
- New equipment, materials, or services for plant operations.
- Costs to protect workers and adapt products, packaging, or operations.
- Expenses related to meeting new market demands and delivering to new markets.
Eligible geographic areas
- Atlantic Canada
Selection criteria
- Eligibility of the funding request.
- Assessment on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm suitability
- Speak with an ACOA program officer if you are unsure whether the program fits your needs.
- Step 2: Complete the form
- Fill out the online CSSF application form.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the form through the application for financial assistance page or by mail to the ACOA regional office in your province.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Each funding request is assessed for eligibility.
- Approved applicants receive an offer of approved funds.
- Payments can begin after the offer is accepted.
- Repayment terms are confirmed in the contribution agreement.
Additional information
- The program is closed and no longer accepting applications.
- Most support under the program is repayable, with some exceptions.
- Eligible costs must be covered by the contribution agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) Program
What is the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)?
The Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) provided support for fish and seafood processors affected by COVID-19. It funded storage solutions, plant operations improvements, and market responsiveness measures.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) program, you must:
Atlantic Canada business or non-profit
Licensed seafood processor
Viable before COVID-19
What expenses are eligible under Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)?
Increasing storage capacity for seafood products.
Improving plant operations and worker protection.
Adapting products, packaging, and production processes.
Responding to new consumer needs and market opportunities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at ACOA.information.APECA@acoa-apeca.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-561-7862.
Where is the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) available?
The Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)?
Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) is funded by Government of Canada, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)