How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2025-02-01T05:00:00Z.

MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative for the development of greenhouses and large tunnels

Q: What are MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative for the development of greenhouses and large tunnels's eligibility criterias?

Agricultural operations with minimum $25,000 gross agricultural revenue in one of the last two years At least 50% of revenue must come from horticultural production activities

Last Update: June 19, 2025

QC, Canada

Greenhouse and tunnel development initiative for Québec horticulture

MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative for the development of greenhouses and large tunnels at a glance

Eligible Funding

From $10,000 to $50,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Closing date : February 1, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Grant Providers

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)

Status

Open

Overview of the MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative for the development of greenhouses and large tunnels program

The Initiative for the Development of Greenhouses and Large Tunnels provides financial assistance to enhance food autonomy in Québec by expanding horticultural production through the construction or expansion of greenhouses, large tunnels, or umbrella shelters, as well as the modernization of existing facilities. Eligible projects can receive up to 50% of admissible expenses, with a maximum funding amount of $50,000 per applicant during the initiative's duration.

Financing terms and conditions

Non-repayable financial assistance covering up to 50% of eligible project expenses, to a maximum of $50,000 per applicant for the duration of the initiative.
An increase to 60% of eligible project expenses (maximum $50,000) applies for projects with certified organic products or those located in the Îles-de-la-Madeleine region.
Minimum eligible investment is $20,000 for greenhouse construction/expansion projects (including required fixed equipment), and $10,000 for other eligible categories.
The total combined public funding (provincial, federal, and municipal) for a given project may not exceed 70% of eligible expenses.
Financial aid is disbursed in up to two installments: an initial payment of up to 85% upon acceptance of deliverables, and a final payment (15%) upon project completion and submission of required documentation.

Eligible projects & activities

Construction or expansion of greenhouses, large tunnels, or protective shelters for horticultural production.
Purchase and installation of fixed production equipment to support new or expanded greenhouse, tunnel, or shelter facilities, or to introduce horticultural production to existing structures not previously used for this purpose.
Modernization of existing greenhouses, large tunnels, or protective shelters to increase productivity or improve energy efficiency.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 45,000

Modernizing existing greenhouse for improved energy efficiency

$ 27,500

Upgrading greenhouse to increase strawberry yield

$ 40,000

Expansion of greenhouse operations with modern equipment

$ 35,000

Building an umbrella shelter for diversified vegetable crops

$ 42,500

Construction of a new large tunnel for berry production

Eligibility criteria of the MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative for the development of greenhouses and large tunnels program

The applicant must be an agricultural operation registered with the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec.
The business must have generated a minimum gross agricultural revenue of $25,000 in at least one of the last two years, with at least 50% of this revenue coming from horticultural production activities.
The proposed project must aim to increase horticultural production in a greenhouse, large tunnel, shelter, or closed environment within Quebec.
The project must fall into one of the following categories: construction or expansion of greenhouses, large tunnels or shelters; purchase of fixed production equipment related to such facilities; or modernization of existing structures to boost productivity or energy efficiency.
The applicant and the project must comply with all laws and regulations applicable during the period for which the financial assistance is granted.

Who is eligible?

Registered agricultural enterprises in Quebec
Companies engaged in horticultural production (vegetable, fruit, or ornamental crops)

Who is not eligible

Government ministries, budgetary organizations, non-budgetary organizations, and Crown corporations controlled directly or indirectly by a provincial or federal government, as well as municipal entities.
Financial cooperatives and banking institutions.
Applicants listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA), including those working with subcontractors also listed in this register.
Applicants under bankruptcy protection or subject to proceedings under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act or the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
Enterprises involved in projects related to cannabis or hemp production, or those undertaking experimental projects.

Eligible expenses

Purchase of new greenhouses, large tunnels, or canopy shelters from a recognized supplier.
Purchase of new fixed production equipment from a recognized supplier.
Contractor fees for the construction or expansion of new greenhouses, large tunnels, or canopy shelters acquired under the program (must be performed by a recognized supplier or licensed contractor; electrical and gas works require proper certification).
Contractor fees for installation of eligible new fixed production equipment acquired under the program (must be performed by a recognized supplier or licensed contractor; electrical and gas works require proper certification).
Contractor fees related to site preparation for the construction or expansion of eligible structures (excavation, drainage, backfill, and grading for the area under and immediately around the structure, necessary for surface water management and equipment circulation during assembly).
Professional fees for plans and specifications related to eligible project work.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec
Peripheral regions of Quebec: Abitibi-Témiscamingue–Nord-du-Québec, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Outaouais, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Central regions of Quebec: Capitale-Nationale, Centre-du-Québec, Chaudière-Appalaches, Estrie, Montréal-Laval-Lanaudière, Laurentides, Mauricie, Montérégie
Agglomeration of Îles-de-la-Madeleine

Eligibility criteria of the MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative for the development of greenhouses and large tunnels program

Relevance of the project implementation.
Technical and financial capacity of the applicant.
Contribution of the project to sustainable development.
Project implementation schedule.
Financial arrangement and plan.

How to apply to the MAPAQ — Ministerial initiative for the development of greenhouses and large tunnels program

Consult the documents

Read the complete initiative text (PDF 1.34 MB)
Consult the Applicant's Guide (PDF 783 KB)

Complete application forms

Fill and sign the Financial Assistance Application Form (PDF 1.75 MB)
Include the optional Annex to the form (PDF 1.10 MB), if applicable

Provide financial statements

Attach the last two annual financial statements prepared by a CPA
If unavailable, provide a balance sheet with T2042 or Annex 125 (T2)

Submit project details

Include detailed bids
Attach lighting calculations and plans if applicable
Submit preliminary plans and specifications, signed by an engineer if necessary

Authorize a representative

Provide a proxy or document authorizing the representative if needed

Email the application

Email all required documents to your regional MAPAQ office

Additional information

An applicant must maintain all funded assets and equipment for a minimum of five years following project completion or for their useful life, whichever comes first.
The Ministry reserves the right to audit the project site and request documentation during the project and up to five years after completion.
The financial assistance is conditional upon budgetary appropriations by the National Assembly and may be limited if funds are exhausted.
Applicants must declare all public funding received for the project and comply with integrity and legal requirements throughout the grant period.

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