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Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support - Granby - Quebec - Canada
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Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support

Support for Quebec's food processing digital transformation initiative
Quebec Food Processing Council (CTAQ)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : June 30, 2025
Location
Granby, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The digital plan will set out a series of actions involving the selection, purchase and integration of identified technological solutions.


This is a crucial step in the digital turnaround of an SME. The project will enable a food processing company to draw up its action plan, choose the solution best suited to its context, select equipment and receive support in integrating the solutions.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 10,000 $
  • Up to 85% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : June 30, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
Location
  • Granby
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • $ 1 minimum revenue
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Implementation of digital solutions and technologies within food processing businesses.
  • Development and execution of a digital transformation plan tailored to the company's needs.
  • Selection, purchase, and integration of technological tools to enhance business processes.
  • Change management initiatives and employee training to support digital transition.
  • Initiatives to improve product traceability and origin through digital tools.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

The grant is specifically targeted towards companies in the food processing sector in Quebec. To be eligible to apply, an organization must be classified as a food processor, meaning it works with food that is no longer in its raw or fresh state. Associated sectors and suppliers like transportation, packaging, or technology solutions are not considered food processors and hence cannot apply. Applicants must have completed a digital diagnostic and a strategic planning exercise, be able to invest 40% of the total project costs, have a minimum turnover of $1 million from the previous financial year, and possess the human resources to complete the undertaking within a specified timeframe.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes certain companies and industries due to their status or main activity. The restrictions aim to ensure that funds are directed toward strategic sectors aligned with the grant's objectives.

  • Agricultural sectors and related industries.
  • Suppliers in transport or packaging sectors.
  • Providers of technological solutions.

Eligible expenses

  • Selection, purchase, and integration of technological solutions identified in the digital transformation plan.
  • Consulting fees for external experts or integrators supporting the implementation of digital transformation projects.
  • Training costs for workforce upskilling and digital technology adoption (up to 85% of eligible training expenses).

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Additional information

  • The project must be completed within four months from the signature date of the agreement; reasonable extensions are possible.
  • The OTN program administered by CTAQ will conclude on June 30, 2025.
  • Integrators selected to support the project must not be suppliers of technological solutions.

Contacts

otn@conseiltaq.com
450-349-1521

Frequently Asked Questions about the Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support. 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 Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support?

The digital plan will set out a series of actions involving the selection, purchase and integration of identified technological solutions. This is a crucial step in the digital turnaround of an SME. The project will enable a food processing company to draw up its action plan, choose the solution best suited to its context, select equipment and receive support in integrating the solutions.

How much funding can be received?

Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support Funds up to 85% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support program?

To be eligible for the Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support program, you must: The applicant must be a transformer in the food processing sector. The business must demonstrate the ability to invest 40% of the total project cost. The applicant should have achieved a minimum revenue of $1M in the previous fiscal year.

What expenses are eligible under Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support?

Implementation of digital solutions and technologies within food processing businesses. Development and execution of a digital transformation plan tailored to the company's needs. Selection, purchase, and integration of technological tools to enhance business processes. Change management initiatives and employee training to support digital transition. Initiatives to improve product traceability and origin through digital tools.

Who can I contact for more information about the Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support?

You can contact Quebec Food Processing Council (CTAQ) by email at otn@conseiltaq.com or by phone at 450-349-1521.

Where is the Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support available?

The Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Digital Transformation Offensive Program (OTN) — Stream 1 – Support is a Grant and Funding

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