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Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces
Support for fish and seafood processors
Record updated
- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The fund provided up to $62.5 million to support fish and seafood processors affected by COVID-19. It supported health and safety improvements, plant operations, market adaptation, and storage capacity.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase production or service capacity
- Develop a new product or service
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Access new markets
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Fish and seafood processing businesses.
- Not-for-profit organizations that support the sector.
Eligible expenses
- Health and safety equipment and products, including barriers, handwashing stations, and personal protective equipment.
- Training and professional services related to COVID-19 health measures.
- New equipment, materials, or services to adapt plant operations, products, or packaging.
- Storage solutions for live, frozen, or processed products.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia.
- Alberta.
- Saskatchewan.
- Manitoba.
Activities funded
- Improve worker health and safety.
- Adapt plant operations, facilities, or processes.
- Develop or adjust products and packaging to meet market demand.
- Increase storage capacity for seafood products.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed and accepted by the regional delivery organization.
- Applications are no longer being accepted.
- Eligible applicants could apply through the designated regional channel.
Additional information
- Applications are no longer being accepted.
- Eligible costs are retroactive to March 15, 2020.
- In British Columbia, applications were received by the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC.
- In Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, applications were handled by Western Economic Diversification Canada.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces Program
What is the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces?
The fund provided up to $62.5 million to support fish and seafood processors affected by COVID-19. It supported health and safety improvements, plant operations, market adaptation, and storage capacity.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces program, you must:
Fish and seafood processors in Western Canada.
Licensed processors or registered facilities.
Viable businesses with health and safety measures.
What expenses are eligible under Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces?
Health and safety equipment and products, including barriers, handwashing stations, and personal protective equipment.
Training and professional services related to COVID-19 health measures.
New equipment, materials, or services to adapt plant operations, products, or packaging.
Storage solutions for live, frozen, or processed products.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces?
You can contact Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan).
Where is the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces available?
The Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan.
Is the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces?
Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF) in the Prairie provinces is funded by Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)