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Island Community Food Security Program
Last Update: March 30, 2026
Charlo, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Supports local food security and community education
Partnering and Collaboration
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program supports community food security and the expansion of local markets in Prince Edward Island. It funds local food, food literacy, gardens, community meals, and related outreach and learning activities, with up to $3.5 billion available under the broader Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increasing community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : May 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Charlo, Charlottetown
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Food literacy training for staff
- School or early childhood centre lunch menu development using local food
- Food-related classes and workshops
- Community or school gardens and greenhouses
- Community meals, events, and local food outreach
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 9,000
Implement an education program on sustainable fishing practices
$ 10,000
Create a community garden to provide fresh produce to local families
$ 10,000
Develop a rooftop farming project to grow fresh vegetables on urban buildings
$ 8,000
Establish a food pantry to support low-income families with nutritious food
$ 10,000
Create a mobile kitchen to provide cooking workshops and nutritional education
$ 9,500
Launch a farm-to-table initiative linking local farmers with restaurants
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project proposal (1-2 pages)
- Proof of organization registration or number
- Partnership information, if applicable
- Letter of support from partner organizations, if applicable
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an eligible recipient type.
- The organization must be able to enter into a legal agreement.
- The project must include skill-building or learning for participants.
- The application must include required project details and supporting information.
Who is eligible?
- Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups
- Non-profit organizations
- Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations
- Community-based coalitions and networks
- Municipal governments, schools, and early childhood centres
Who is not eligible
- Individuals not affiliated with an organization
Eligible expenses
- Training delivery costs, supplies, printing, photocopying, and room rental
- Materials, supplies, and small equipment
- Professional fees directly related to the project
- Promotion and marketing initiatives
- Travel within the province and facility rental
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects brought forward by individuals not affiliated with an organization
- Facility rental for space already owned by the organizations involved
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward Island
How to apply
1
Review eligibility
- Review the program intake period for the 2026-27 fiscal year.
- Confirm that your organization fits an eligible recipient category.
- Check the program guidelines before preparing an application.
2
Prepare application package
- Prepare a project proposal of 1 to 2 pages.
- Include the required sections: cover page, executive summary, objectives, timeline, results, sustainable CAP outcome, budget, evaluation, and communication of support if applicable.
- Gather the information required in the application form, including contact details, organization information, partnership details, funding sources, and signature.
3
Validate project details
- Ensure the project includes a skill-building or learning component for participants.
- Verify that activities and expenses fit within the eligible categories, such as food literacy, gardens, community fridges, local food sourcing, events, training, or related project costs.
- Include partnership support letters if more than one group is collaborating on the project.
4
Submit application
- Submit the completed application form and project proposal during the intake window.
- Send the application between April 1, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. and April 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
- Contact the Program Managers or the PEI Department of Agriculture if you need additional information.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission during the intake period.
- Applicants may be contacted for additional information if needed.
- Approved projects move forward under the program's funding process.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted during the 2026-27 intake period.
- Projects must include a skill-building or learning component for participants.
- When multiple groups collaborate, a letter of support should be included.
Contacts
foodsecurity@gov.pe.ca
902-368-4880
