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Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative
Funding for agricultural cybersecurity improvements
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 16, 2024
- Closing date : January 20, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports cybersecurity enhancements for agricultural marketing boards. It offers up to $50,000 for eligible cybersecurity activities tailored to the agricultural sector.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Strengthen cybersecurity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : September 16, 2024
- Closing date : January 20, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Cybersecurity enhancement activities for the agricultural sector
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Written third-party quotes for the proposed eligible costs
- Required supporting documents listed in the program guidelines
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local boards under the Farm Products Marketing Act
- Marketing boards under the Milk Act
- Representative associations under Section 12 of the Farm Products Marketing Act
- Associations under the Beef Cattle Marketing Act
Who is not eligible
- Applicants seeking funding for a project with similar outcomes already funded through Sustainable CAP
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project costs for cybersecurity enhancements
- Third-party quoted expenses related to the proposed project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects with similar outcomes that already received or are expected to receive Sustainable CAP funding
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in the order received.
- Completed applications are assessed against eligibility criteria, eligible activities, and eligible costs.
- Applicants are notified by email of the decision.
- Approved applicants must sign an approval letter and complete required registrations before payment.
- A final claim and final report are required after approval.
Additional information
- Only one approved project is allowed per applicant.
- The program follows the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
- The guidelines prevail if there is any conflict with other program information.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative. 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 Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative?
This program supports cybersecurity enhancements for agricultural marketing boards. It offers up to $50,000 for eligible cybersecurity activities tailored to the agricultural sector.
How much funding can be received?
Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 20, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative program, you must:
Eligible agricultural marketing entity
Cybersecurity-focused project
Project tailored to agriculture
What expenses are eligible under Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative?
Cybersecurity enhancement activities for the agricultural sector
Who can I contact for more information about the Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative?
You can contact Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFRA) by email at SustainableCAP1@ontario.ca.
Where is the Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative available?
The Cybersecurity Preparedness Initiative program is available the province of Ontario.