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Critical Food Infrastructure Grant

Q: 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.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?

You can contact United Way British Columbia.

Q: Where is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant available?

The Critical Food Infrastructure Grant program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Critical Food Infrastructure Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?

Critical Food Infrastructure Grant is funded by United Way British Columbia

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports initiatives enhancing access to traditional and regional foods

Grant and Funding

United Way British Columbia

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Renovate your business/factory

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

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

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.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 80,000

Establishing community cold storage to improve food access and sovereignty

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.

How to apply

Register or create an account with the funding organization.Prepare and submit your project proposal and supporting documents.Await acknowledgment of receipt and review process.Receive decision notification and finalize agreement if approved.Implement the project and adhere to reporting requirements.

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.

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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.