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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program
Funding for inclusive agricultural capacity building
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $40,000 per program year to support organizations serving underrepresented and underserved communities. It funds activities that improve access to food growing, strengthen agricultural participation, and help remove barriers in the food and agriculture sectors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Projects that help underrepresented and underserved groups access food growing and agricultural resources.
- Projects that provide networking, training, capacity building, and leadership opportunities.
- Projects that support agricultural organizations in removing barriers to participation.
Documents Needed
- Completed program application form.
- Program Funding Registration form, if required.
- Letter of support for partnership, where applicable.
- Lease agreement or rental agreement for leased land projects.
- Proof of non-profit status, if claiming non-recoverable HST.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural industry associations.
- Non-profit organizations representing, led by, or connected to underrepresented and underserved communities.
- Nova Scotia post-secondary institutions.
Eligible expenses
- Consultant services, workshops, conferences, field days, networking events, specified training, and translation services.
- Advertising, marketing, media, graphic design, and custom work labour.
- Equipment, shipping and installation fees, lab supplies, and agricultural resources such as seeds and soil.
- Incremental salaries and wages tied directly to the project, and travel to field sites.
- Other supports approved on a case-by-case basis, plus up to 10% project administrative costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- In-kind contributions.
- Buildings, building modifications, sea containers, and vehicles.
- Operating expenses and existing staff wages or salaries.
- Standard software, ongoing software licences, small wares, and entertainment.
- Recoverable HST.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
- Projects located in Annapolis, Antigonish, Cape Breton, Colchester, Cumberland, Digby, Guysborough, Halifax, Hants, Inverness, Kings, Lunenburg, Pictou, Queens, Richmond, Shelburne, Victoria, and Yarmouth counties.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Department of Agriculture and a review committee.
- Applications are scored against the program’s evaluation criteria.
- Approved applicants receive a Letter of Agreement outlining funding and terms.
- The signed Letter of Agreement must be returned within 30 days.
- Claims are reviewed before payment is issued, and final reporting is required.
Additional information
- Only one application is allowed per year.
- Applicants new to Programs since 2023 must complete the Program Funding Registration form.
- Approved projects require mandatory final reporting.
- Projects on leased land require a long-term lease or rental agreement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program. 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 Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program?
This program provides up to $40,000 per program year to support organizations serving underrepresented and underserved communities. It funds activities that improve access to food growing, strengthen agricultural participation, and help remove barriers in the food and agriculture sectors.
How much funding can be received?
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $40,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **July 31, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program program?
To be eligible for the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program program, you must:
Agricultural association, nonprofit, or post-secondary institution
Project supports underserved communities
Project aligns with program objectives
What expenses are eligible under Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program?
Projects that help underrepresented and underserved groups access food growing and agricultural resources.
Projects that provide networking, training, capacity building, and leadership opportunities.
Projects that support agricultural organizations in removing barriers to participation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program?
You can contact Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture by email at prm@novascotia.ca or by phone at 902-893-6377.
Where is the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program available?
The Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.