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Local Food Investment Fund
Supports Ontario local food and agriculture projects
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Local Food Investment Fund supports Ontario food and agriculture through targeted grant streams. It funds projects that improve local food literacy, market access, and broader public sector purchases of Ontario food products.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Local food literacy and consumer education initiatives.
- Market access projects for aggregation, co-packing, and distribution capacity.
- Broader public sector projects that increase local food purchases.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations working in Ontario’s local food and agri-food sector.
- Broader public sector institutions in Ontario.
- Municipalities, colleges, universities, school boards, and hospitals.
- Farmers, processors, distributors, and related organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The application process is currently closed.
- Questions can be sent through the online contact form.
- A grant officer responds to inquiries.
Additional information
- The application process is currently closed.
- The fund includes three grant streams: Broader Public Sector, Local Food Literacy, and Market Access.
- Updates on future funding opportunities are shared through the Greenbelt Fund / Ontariofresh.ca newsletter.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Local Food Investment Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Local Food Investment Fund. 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 Local Food Investment Fund?
The Local Food Investment Fund supports Ontario food and agriculture through targeted grant streams. It funds projects that improve local food literacy, market access, and broader public sector purchases of Ontario food products.
Who is eligible for the Local Food Investment Fund program?
To be eligible for the Local Food Investment Fund program, you must:
Project fits a grant stream.
Supports Ontario local food.
Aligns with stream goals.
What expenses are eligible under Local Food Investment Fund?
Local food literacy and consumer education initiatives.
Market access projects for aggregation, co-packing, and distribution capacity.
Broader public sector projects that increase local food purchases.
Who can I contact for more information about the Local Food Investment Fund?
You can contact Friends of the Greenbelt Foundation by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Local Food Investment Fund available?
The Local Food Investment Fund program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Local Food Investment Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Local Food Investment Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Local Food Investment Fund?
Local Food Investment Fund is funded by Friends of the Greenbelt Foundation