How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 1000000000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Trade Disruption Customer Support program?

Trade Disruption Customer Support program is funded by Farm Credit Canada (FCC)

What are Trade Disruption Customer Support program's eligibility criterias?

Applicants must meet the required loan criteria, whether or not they are existing clients. Businesses must have been financially viable before the tariffs were implemented.

Trade Disruption Customer Support program

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Financial support for Canadian agriculture facing trade disruptions

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Loans and Capital investments

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Farm Credit Canada (FCC)

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The Trade Disruption Customer Support program provides up to $1 billion in new lending to support Canadian agribusinesses, farm operations, and food processors facing financial challenges due to tariffs. Eligible activities include addressing cash flow issues and obtaining additional credit, contingent upon prior financial viability.

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Postponement of principal payments for a maximum period of 12 months for existing loans (current clients).
Access to an additional line of credit up to $500,000, secured by a general security agreement or a universal movable hypothec (in Quebec only).
Additional support through a term loan.

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Payment deferral for up to 12 months for existing loan capital for current clients.
Access to an additional line of credit up to $500,000, secured by a general security agreement or a universal movable hypothec (in Quebec only).
Additional support through a term loan.

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$ 30,000

Develop sustainable urban farming with new equipment

$ 40,000

Launch an inclusive tech startup with workforce training

$ 35,000

Create tech hubs to enhance digital literacy in communities

$ 35,000

Expand artisanal bakery focusing on organic products

$ 50,000

Revitalize heritage site with sustainable tourism initiatives

$ 45,000

Establish a coworking space to support local entrepreneurs

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Applicants must meet the required lending criteria.
Applicants can be either existing or new customers.
Businesses must have been financially viable prior to the implementation of the tariffs.

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Canadian agribusinesses
Farm operations
Food processors

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Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is providing $1 billion in new lending to support the Canadian agriculture and food industry in response to tariffs.
Assistance includes the possibility of deferred principal payments for up to 12 months on existing loans for current clients.
Additional credit facilities of up to $500,000 are available, secured by a general security agreement or a universal movable hypothec in Quebec.
FCC stands by as a long-term partner, having served the industry for over 65 years.
The initiative is part of a coordinated effort with federal and provincial governments, industry partners, and other financial providers.
Justine Hendricks is the President and CEO of Farm Credit Canada.
FCC does not offer funds in the form of grants or other interest-free loans.