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Location-achat - access a farm
Access farmland without an upfront down payment
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
FIRA can acquire a farm or agricultural land and lease it to help businesses access land without an upfront down payment. The program includes a purchase option and supports farm transfers, start-ups, and business expansion.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Start a business
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Lease-purchase of farmland or a farm property.
- Support for farm transfers and business succession.
- Access to agricultural property for start-up or expansion.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural businesses.
- Farm start-ups.
- Businesses involved in farm transfer or succession.
Eligible expenses
- Acquisition of agricultural land or a farm property.
- Farm buildings included in the property purchase, when applicable.
- Acquisition-related fees covered by FIRA.
Processing and Agreement
- The property is appraised by an accredited independent evaluator.
- The tenant keeps the option to buy during the lease term.
- The lease can be renewed for 60 months, if chosen before the end of the term.
- The tenant may end the lease early with 180 days' notice.
Additional information
- The lease runs for 20 years, with a possible 5-year renewal.
- The tenant may end the lease annually with 180 days' notice.
- Market value is determined by an independent accredited appraisal.
- The program summary may change without notice.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Location-achat - access a farm Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Location-achat - access a farm. 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 Location-achat - access a farm?
FIRA can acquire a farm or agricultural land and lease it to help businesses access land without an upfront down payment. The program includes a purchase option and supports farm transfers, start-ups, and business expansion.
Who is eligible for the Location-achat - access a farm program?
To be eligible for the Location-achat - access a farm program, you must:
Minimum investment of $100,000.
Applicable to agricultural land or farms.
Buildings limited to 25% of value.
What expenses are eligible under Location-achat - access a farm?
Lease-purchase of farmland or a farm property.
Support for farm transfers and business succession.
Access to agricultural property for start-up or expansion.
Who can I contact for more information about the Location-achat - access a farm?
You can contact Investment Fund for Agricultural Succession.
Where is the Location-achat - access a farm available?
The Location-achat - access a farm program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Location-achat - access a farm a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Location-achat - access a farm is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the Location-achat - access a farm?
Location-achat - access a farm is funded by Investment Fund for Agricultural Succession