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Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative
Funding for meat processing capacity upgrades
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 31, 2023
- Closing date : January 31, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This initiative supported Ontario meat processors with cost-share funding for equipment upgrades. It funded projects that improve processing capacity, productivity, and efficiency, including handling, processing, cooling, waste management, training, and installation costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 60.000004% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : August 31, 2023
- Closing date : January 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Equipment upgrades to improve meat processing capacity
- Efficiency and productivity improvements in meat processing facilities
- Short-term investments in handling, processing, and related technologies
Documents Needed
- Completed Ministry-approved application form
- Quotes for proposed eligible costs
- Paid invoices
- Proof of payment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Meat processors
- Free-standing meat plants
- Abattoirs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without a valid meat plant operator license
- Businesses without a valid Premises ID number for project sites
- Applicants not operating a meat processing business
Eligible expenses
- Meat handling and processing equipment upgrades
- Cooler and freezer capacity equipment
- Waste management equipment and structures
- Professional services, training, and installation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Application preparation costs
- Costs before July 26, 2023 or after March 1, 2024
- Ordinary operating expenses and business startup costs
- Equipment leasing, vehicles, and multi-use items
- Alcohol, hospitality, gifts, travel, meals, and hotel costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed in order of receipt
- Only complete applications were reviewed
- Successful applicants received an approval letter by email
- Claims were reviewed against eligible costs and supporting documents
- Payment was issued after equipment installation and verification
Additional information
- The initiative is fully subscribed and no longer accepting applications.
- Applicants could apply more than once, with separate projects required.
- Any funding from other sources had to keep total support within 100% of eligible costs.
- Successful applicants received an approval letter by email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative. 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 Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative?
This initiative supported Ontario meat processors with cost-share funding for equipment upgrades. It funded projects that improve processing capacity, productivity, and efficiency, including handling, processing, cooling, waste management, training, and installation costs.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative Funds up to 60.000004% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 31, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative program, you must:
Meat processor with valid operator license
Ontario project location with Premises ID
Completed Ministry application form
What expenses are eligible under Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative?
Equipment upgrades to improve meat processing capacity
Efficiency and productivity improvements in meat processing facilities
Short-term investments in handling, processing, and related technologies
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative?
You can contact Government of Ontario (ON) by email at SustainableCAP1@ontario.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative available?
The Ontario — Meat Processors Capacity Improvement Initiative program is available the province of Ontario.