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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
grant_single|grantors
  • Gouvernement du Québec
  • Hydro-Québec
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

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Get a rebate on the purchase and installation of lighting products and more efficient farm equipment, such as piglet warmers, fans and milk and milking conservation equipment.

grant_single_labels|projects

Efficient Solutions Program offers various eligible projects and activities for funding:
  • LED lighting for general or horticultural purposes
  • High-efficiency fans for ventilation
  • Replacement of milking equipment
  • Energy-efficient piglet warmers
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$16,000

Vancouver
Upgrade ventilation in a dairy farm located.

$12,000

Montreal
Installation of LED lighting for an organic greenhouse.

$20,000

Calgary
Replacement of outdated milking equipment in a dairy farm.

$14,400

Toronto
Installation of energy-efficient piglet warmers in a pig farm.

$12,800

Ottawa
Transition to LED lighting for indoor vegetable farming.

$17,600

Quebec City
Modernizing the milking system in a family-owned dairy farm.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Eligible companies for the grant must be agricultural and agri-food businesses in rural areas that do not have access to a three-phase power system.
  • Agricultural businesses
  • Agri-food businesses

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

eligible expenses for this grant are:
  • Installation of LED lighting for general or horticultural purposes
  • Upgrade of ventilation systems with high-efficiency fans
  • Replacement of milking equipment to improve milk quality
  • Selection of energy-efficient piglet warmers

grant_single_labels|criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Here is a summary and the criteria:
  • Criteria 1: Fulfillment of eligibility requirements
  • Criteria 2: Relevance of the energy efficiency project
  • Criteria 3: Potential energy savings and environmental impact
  • Criteria 4: Feasibility and cost-effectiveness of the proposed project

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Review the Participant’s Guide to understand the eligibility requirements and program terms and conditions.
  • Step 2: Use the Efficient Solutions OSE tool to evaluate the funding amount for your project and apply once the products are installed.
  • Step 3: If applicable, follow the transitional rules if you began the application process before April 2, 2024.
  • Step 4: Consider working with a partner to support you through the process and provide necessary documents.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

The grant is part of Hydro-Québec's "Efficient Solutions - Agricultural Component" program, designed to provide financial aid for the purchase and installation of energy-efficient products, equipment, and systems in the agricultural market in Quebec. Participants must meet specific eligibility criteria, including project location, ownership, and applicable electricity tariffs.
  • The name of the program was changed from "Efficient Agricultural Products" to "Efficient Solutions - Agricultural Component" on April 2, 2024.
  • The program encompasses three modules: Products, Equipment and Systems, and Innovative Greenhouses.
  • Financial aid can be in the form of a purchase rebate or financial support.
  • Rebates are tax-exempt, while financial support is subject to GST and QST unless the participant is a non-commercial entity.
  • The minimum financial aid amount to qualify is $100; the aid cannot exceed the purchase and installation costs.
  • If the project involves non-eligible efficient solutions, they may be submitted under the "Custom Offer" of the "Efficient Solutions - Medium and Large Enterprises" program.
  • Partners assisting participants must prepare and submit necessary documents, including proof of project realization.
  • Hydro-Québec reserves the right to audit, modify, or cancel financial aid if requirements are not met or false declarations are made.
  • Participants are responsible for maintaining the efficiency and functionality of the installed systems for five years and must handle any resulting costs or damages.
  • The Partner does not receive remuneration for certain categories such as DEL lighting for horticultural purposes.
  • The program includes specific requirements for tax reporting and document submissions.

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Efficient Farming Products

grant_single_labels|contact

bureau.eeaffaires@hydroquebec.com
1-800-463-9900
Apply to this program