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FoodTech Next
Funding for foodtech demonstration and pilot projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000 - $ 250,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 26, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
Receive up to $250,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible project costs for foodtech demonstration and pilot projects. The program supports Canadian firms testing post-farmgate innovations in operational environments to accelerate commercialization.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : May 26, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Large-scale technology demonstration and piloting in operational environments.
- Development of new technologies into specific applications at mid-to-late stage TRLs.
Documents Needed
- Two years of financial statements or equivalent financial documents.
- Expression of interest submission.
- Pitch deck.
- Full proposal with scope of work and budget.
- 5-minute video pitch.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian incorporated businesses.
- Early-stage technology firms.
- Food and beverage technology companies.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses focused on agricultural production activities.
- Companies with more than $1M in annual revenues.
- Applicants with other active CFIN funded projects.
Eligible expenses
- Direct labour.
- Subcontractors and consultants.
- Direct materials.
- Equipment, including rental where applicable.
- Land, buildings, building improvements, and other direct costs such as shipping, software, and travel.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Sales and marketing activities.
- Security or safety certifications and related consulting.
- Alcohol, tips, and unreasonable travel expenses.
- Consultant fees to prepare the application or claims.
- Costs not included in the approved project budget.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in two stages: expression of interest and full proposal.
- Completed submissions are assessed by a panel of at least three reviewers.
- Top-scoring submissions move to the next phase.
- Final funding decisions are communicated after the review process.
- A collaboration agreement and the CFIN Master Project Agreement are required before project implementation.
Additional information
- CFIN membership is mandatory and free.
- Funding is reimbursed after costs are incurred.
- A non-refundable 5% project management fee applies if approved.
- The application process has two stages: EOI and full proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions about the FoodTech Next Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the FoodTech Next. 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 FoodTech Next?
Receive up to $250,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible project costs for foodtech demonstration and pilot projects. The program supports Canadian firms testing post-farmgate innovations in operational environments to accelerate commercialization.
How much funding can be received?
FoodTech Next Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the FoodTech Next program?
To be eligible for the FoodTech Next program, you must:
Canadian incorporated business.
CFIN member.
Post-farmgate innovation project.
What expenses are eligible under FoodTech Next?
Large-scale technology demonstration and piloting in operational environments.
Development of new technologies into specific applications at mid-to-late stage TRLs.
Who can I contact for more information about the FoodTech Next?
You can contact Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN).
Where is the FoodTech Next available?
The FoodTech Next program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the FoodTech Next?
FoodTech Next is funded by Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)