Closed
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,500 - $ 7,500
Timeline
- Closing date : May 20, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Emerging Farmers Award recognizes young agricultural entrepreneurs for their achievements in animal or plant production. The winner receives $7,500 and the finalist receives $3,500.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
- Minimum amount : 3,500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 20, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Recognition of young agricultural entrepreneurs in animal or plant production.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Recommendation letter from a MAPAQ regional adviser in agricultural succession and establishment.
- Complete financial statements for the last three fiscal years, including a balance sheet and income statement for each year.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Younger entrepreneurs in animal production.
- Younger entrepreneurs in plant production.
- Groups of young agricultural entrepreneurs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Business and young entrepreneur profile.
- Initial and continuing training.
- Management skills.
- Entrepreneurial vision.
- Sustainable development actions.
- Community involvement.
- Technical and financial performance.
- Distinctive features of the establishment.
- Personal aptitudes.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application file
- Complete the official nomination form.
- Gather the required supporting documents.
- Step 2: Send the nomination
- Submit the file to the MAPAQ regional adviser in agricultural succession and establishment.
- Send the dossier by email or by mail to MAPAQ.
- Step 3: Review and decision
- The adviser checks admissibility and supports the applicant.
- A jury reviews the candidacies and selects the winner.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a jury of MAPAQ experts and business and associative representatives.
- The jury selects the winner based on the published evaluation criteria.
- The award is presented at the official autumn ceremony of the Ordre national du mérite agricole.
Additional information
- The award ceremony takes place in autumn during the Ordre national du mérite agricole ceremony.
- The jury includes MAPAQ experts and representatives from business and associative sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Emerging Farmers Award Program
What is the Emerging Farmers Award?
The Emerging Farmers Award recognizes young agricultural entrepreneurs for their achievements in animal or plant production. The winner receives $7,500 and the finalist receives $3,500.
How much funding can be received?
Emerging Farmers Award Funds up to $7,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Emerging Farmers Award program?
To be eligible for the Emerging Farmers Award program, you must:
Under 40 years old as of June 1, 2026
Majority owner for 3 to 10 years
Registered agricultural business with gross revenue of at least $50,000
What expenses are eligible under Emerging Farmers Award?
Recognition of young agricultural entrepreneurs in animal or plant production.
Where is the Emerging Farmers Award available?
The Emerging Farmers Award program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Emerging Farmers Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Emerging Farmers Award is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Emerging Farmers Award?
Emerging Farmers Award is funded by Government of Québec