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Critical Food Infrastructure Grant
Supports initiatives enhancing access to traditional and regional foods
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Critical Food Infrastructure Grant offers financial assistance up to $100,000 to support projects enhancing year-round access to nourishing and culturally significant foods. Eligible activities include overcoming logistical barriers and infrastructure gaps such as refrigeration and storage facilities, primarily benefiting Indigenous and regional communities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations
- Non-profit groups
- Indigenous governing bodies and communities
- Grassroots organizations and cooperatives
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses unrelated to food infrastructure or access improvements.
- Activities outside the scope of the eligible project objectives.
- Costs incurred before grant approval.
- Projects not aligning with the program's focus on food sovereignty.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and alignment with program objectives.
- Applicants are notified of approval or rejection.
- Funding agreements are finalized before disbursing funds.
- Funds are disbursed according to project milestones and commitments.
- Reporting on project progress or outcomes may be required post-funding.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant. 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.
What is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?
The Critical Food Infrastructure Grant offers financial assistance up to $100,000 to support projects enhancing year-round access to nourishing and culturally significant foods. Eligible activities include overcoming logistical barriers and infrastructure gaps such as refrigeration and storage facilities, primarily benefiting Indigenous and regional communities.
Who is eligible for the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant program?
To be eligible for the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant program, you must:
Charitable organizations, non-profits, Indigenous groups, and community organizations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?
You can contact United Way British Columbia.
Where is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant available?
The Critical Food Infrastructure Grant program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Critical Food Infrastructure Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?
Critical Food Infrastructure Grant is funded by United Way British Columbia
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