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Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)
Funding for agri-food labour force solutions
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000
Timeline
- Open Date : October 22, 2024
- Closing date : September 2, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Supports agri-food employers in Ontario with up to $40,000 per project. Funding helps primary producers, processors, and industry organizations test labour attraction, recruitment, retention, and HR strategies.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : October 22, 2024
- Closing date : September 2, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Piloting incremental worker supports
- Piloting incremental recruitment strategies in Ontario
- Developing new or incremental HR policies and programs
- Planning on-site amenities for employees
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Written quotes from third parties
- Completed collaboration form, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Primary producers
- Processors
- Industry organizations
Eligible expenses
- Goods and supplies for project implementation
- Third-party services, including translation, HR, marketing, training, and event support
- Venue and facility rental fees
- Employee travel to Ontario events and local or regional transportation support
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Application preparation costs
- Costs incurred before approval or after February 28, 2026
- Ordinary business operating costs, salaries, vehicles, land, buildings, machinery, equipment, and construction
- Meals, accommodations, alcohol, cannabis, hospitality, gifts, and unrelated vehicle costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The ministry reviews only complete applications.
- Eligible projects are assessed on project fit, sector benefits, and likelihood of success.
- Applicants are notified by email of approval or refusal.
- Approved applicants receive an approval letter and must sign it before receiving payments.
- Claims are reviewed before reimbursement and additional information may be requested.
Additional information
- Projects must be completed by February 28, 2026.
- Applicants may submit up to 2 applications at a time.
- Applicants may have up to 2 approved projects in total.
- Recipients must share project outcomes and lessons learned publicly.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI). 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 Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)?
Supports agri-food employers in Ontario with up to $40,000 per project. Funding helps primary producers, processors, and industry organizations test labour attraction, recruitment, retention, and HR strategies.
How much funding can be received?
Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $40,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 2, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI) program?
To be eligible for the Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI) program, you must:
Primary producer, processor, or industry organization
Project addresses labour challenges
Valid Premises ID for producers/processors
What expenses are eligible under Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)?
Piloting incremental worker supports
Piloting incremental recruitment strategies in Ontario
Developing new or incremental HR policies and programs
Planning on-site amenities for employees
Who can I contact for more information about the Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI)?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON) by email at SustainableCAP2@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-877-424-1300.
Where is the Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI) available?
The Labour Force Management Strategies Initiative (LFMSI) program is available the province of Ontario.