Credit Lines

Q: How much funding can be received?

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

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Credit Lines a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Credit Lines is a Loans and Capital investments

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Credit Lines?

Credit Lines is funded by Farm Credit Canada (FCC), Government of Canada

Q: Who is eligible for the Credit Lines program?

To be eligible for the Credit Lines program, you must: • The applicant must be involved in an agricultural business or related sector. • The applicant must require funding for business management needs.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Credit Lines?

You can contact Farm Credit Canada (FCC) or by phone at 1-888-332-3301.

Q: Where is the Credit Lines available?

The Credit Lines program is available across Canada.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Loans for agriculture, agribusiness and food & beverage businesses

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Loans and Capital investments

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Access flexible lines of credit for working capital, operating expenses and purchases of land and equipment through the FCC Credit Line or the FCC Advancer Loan.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 65,000

Research and development initiative to create a new organic farming pesticide

$ 30,000

Implementation of sustainable waste management practices in urban farming

$ 38,000

Adoption of digital farming technology to streamline crop monitoring

$ 40,000

Expansion into European export markets for Canadian organic honey

$ 50,000

Development of an online platform to support local dairy farming

$ 50,000

Establishment of a cooperative market to sell local artisanal goods

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

There are specific types of companies that are eligible for this grant. These include:

Agricultural businesses
Rural small businesses
Agri-food processors
Farmers

Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.

Non-profit organizations
Government entities
Individuals

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include equipment purchases, building renovations, marketing expenses, and training costs.

Equipment purchases
Building renovations
Marketing expenses
Training costs

Eligible geographic areas

This grant does not specify any eligible geographical areas. Thus, all locations could potentially apply unless specified in additional conditions or criteria elsewhere.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.

Alignment with grant objectives
Financial viability of the project
Potential impact on the community
Feasibility of implementation

How to apply

Initial Contact

Contact FCC via phone at 1-888-332-3301 or through email to discuss your financing needs and inquire about available revolving, pre-approved loans.

Locate Local Office

Find and reach out to your local FCC office for personalized assistance and further instructions on the application process.

Follow Social Media Updates

Keep up with FCCagriculture on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube for news and tips regarding the application process.

Subscription to FCC Knowledge Newsletter

Subscribe to the FCC Knowledge Newsletter for updates and business management content that may assist in the application.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for the FCC grant:

Applicants can contact FCC representatives for personalized guidance through the contact number or email provided.
FCC offers a newsletter that provides valuable business management insights which might aid applicants in preparing stronger grant proposals.
Access to local FCC offices can facilitate in-person consultations and support for grant applicants.
Engagement through FCC's social media platforms may provide updates and additional resources related to grant opportunities.

Contacts

1-888-332-3301

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Credit Lines Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Credit Lines. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.