How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

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

Last Update: March 27, 2025

QC, Canada

Financial support for Canadian agriculture facing trade disruptions

Trade Disruption Customer Support program at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Loans and Capital investments

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Farm Credit Canada (FCC)

Status

Open

Overview of the Trade Disruption Customer Support program program

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.

Financing terms and conditions

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.

Eligible projects & activities

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.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 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

$ 50,000

Revitalize heritage site with sustainable tourism initiatives

$ 35,000

Expand artisanal bakery focusing on organic products

$ 45,000

Establish a coworking space to support local entrepreneurs

Eligibility criteria of the Trade Disruption Customer Support program program

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.

Who is eligible?

Canadian agribusinesses
Farm operations
Food processors

How to apply to the Trade Disruption Customer Support program program

Initial contact

Contact your Business Relationship Manager at FAC to discuss your situation.
Call 1-800-387-3232 to be connected with your local office if you do not have a direct contact with a Business Relationship Manager.

Evaluation and discussion of the options

Assess your current financial situation with the FAC representative.
Discuss available financial support options, including new lines of credit or term loans.

Preparation and presentation of the request

Reception of the decision

Wait for a response from FAC regarding the approval or any request for additional information.
Receive the final decision on your application and the associated terms.

Additional information

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.