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Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA)
Financial support for sustainable farm practices
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : March 6, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2023
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financial support of up to $50,000 is available for agricultural businesses in Quebec. It rewards agri-environmental practices and eligible agro-environmental training over a three-year participation period.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,500 $
Timeline
- Open Date : March 6, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2023
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Crop diversification.
- Off-season soil protection.
- Reduced herbicide use.
- Use of untreated corn seed.
- Biodiversity-friendly land development.
- Agri-environmental training.
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Annual declarations of seeded areas
- Annual declarations of biodiversity features
- Annual declarations of eligible practice areas
- Supporting documents for eligible training, when requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural businesses
- Businesses operating agricultural land in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Businesses listed in the Register of Enterprises Ineligible for Public Contracts (RENA)
- Businesses in default on a prior government financial assistance agreement
- Businesses unable to meet French language requirements
- Businesses under creditor protection, bankruptcy, or insolvency proceedings
Eligible expenses
- Eligible practice payments based on applied hectares or square metres
- Eligible agri-environmental training payments
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Alignment with eligible agri-environmental practices.
- Progress in the total annual value of applied practices over time.
- Meeting application thresholds for certain practices.
- Compliance with annual declarations and reporting requirements.
How to apply
1
Verify eligibility requirements
- Ensure your business is a registered agricultural enterprise with MAPAQ
- Confirm ownership or lease of agricultural land in Quebec
- Commit to implementing at least one eligible agri-environmental practice
- Plan to complete an agro-environmental risk assessment before the end of participation
2
Submit application form online
- Access your online account on the FADQ website
- Complete the application form during an open enrollment period, before the deadline
- If you do not have an online account, contact your regional service center
3
Submit required declarations annually
- Provide the required declaration of exploitable land and eligible crop areas at the time of application
- Authorize FADQ to produce an agricultural parcel plan
- Submit annual declarations of sown areas and biodiversity-enhancing features by November 1 each year
- Submit annual declarations of areas where eligible practices are applied by December 15 each year
4
Provide supporting documents and comply
- Provide supporting documents when required as per accounting standards and admissible practices
- Ensure compliance with all agronomic and regulatory standards during the participation period
- For each payment, provide any additional deliverables or proofs requested
5
Receive funding and finalize participation
- Receive financial aid in up to five installments based on compliance and validated declarations
- Ensure your cumulative financial aid meets the minimum and does not exceed the maximum limit
- If applicable, submit proof of completed eligible agri-environmental training for the final payment
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by FADQ after submission.
- Applicants may be asked for supporting documents or clarifications.
- Funding depends on annual declarations and compliance with program conditions.
- A written request for review can be filed within 90 days of the decision.
Additional information
- The program is administered by La Financière agricole du Québec (FADQ).
- It is linked to the 2020-2030 Sustainable Agriculture Plan.
- It is recognized under the Canadian Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
- Applicants may request a review of a decision within 90 days.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA) Program
What is the Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA)?
Financial support of up to $50,000 is available for agricultural businesses in Quebec. It rewards agri-environmental practices and eligible agro-environmental training over a three-year participation period.
How much funding can be received?
Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA) Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA) program?
To be eligible for the Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA) program, you must:
Quebec agricultural business
At least one eligible practice
Agri-environmental risk assessment
What expenses are eligible under Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA)?
Crop diversification.
Off-season soil protection.
Reduced herbicide use.
Use of untreated corn seed.
Biodiversity-friendly land development.
Agri-environmental training.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA)?
You can contact La Financière agricole (FADQ) or by phone at 1 800 749-3646.
Where is the Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA) available?
The Ministerial initiative for the remuneration of agri-environmental practices (RPA) program is available the province of Quebec.