Open
Source verified April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Montérégie, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The PDZA is a three-year plan for developing agriculture, agri-food, and forestry in the MRC d’Acton. It supports local products, short supply chains, workforce and succession support, and forest value enhancement; no maximum funding amount is specified in the source.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Acton
- Montérégie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- General public
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Support for collective agri-food initiatives.
- Improving local food access and short supply chains.
- Support for farm succession, workforce, and forestry projects.
- Actions to strengthen agrotourism and local product visibility.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Farm businesses
- Forest property owners
- Agri-food processors
- Local organizations and partners
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC d’Acton
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the diagnosis and shared vision.
- Feasibility of the action.
- Support from the local community.
- Clear, concrete, and priority-based action.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the full PDZA and summary on the MRC website
- Consult the plan and its action priorities.
- Identify the actions relevant to your organization or project.
- Step 2: Contact the MRC d’Acton
- Reach out to the local economic development contact for information.
- Discuss the available support and project alignment.
- Step 3: Participate in the follow-up process
- Work with the MRC and partners on the selected action.
- Provide information needed for implementation and monitoring.
Processing and Agreement
- The plan was adopted by the MRC council.
- Implementation is reviewed through an annual follow-up process.
- A follow-up committee guides priorities and progress.
- The plan can be updated each year based on results and needs.
Additional information
- The PDZA was adopted on December 9, 2020.
- The action plan covers 2021 to 2023.
- A follow-up committee was created to monitor implementation annually.
- The full plan and summary are available on the MRC d’Acton website.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Acton — PDZA Program
What is the MRC Acton — PDZA?
The PDZA is a three-year plan for developing agriculture, agri-food, and forestry in the MRC d’Acton. It supports local products, short supply chains, workforce and succession support, and forest value enhancement; no maximum funding amount is specified in the source.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Acton — PDZA?
Support for collective agri-food initiatives.
Improving local food access and short supply chains.
Support for farm succession, workforce, and forestry projects.
Actions to strengthen agrotourism and local product visibility.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Acton — PDZA?
You can contact MRC Acton by email at rene.pedneault@mrcacton.ca or by phone at 450 546-3256, poste 333.
Where is the MRC Acton — PDZA available?
The MRC Acton — PDZA program is available Montérégie, Quebec.
Who is eligible for the MRC Acton — PDZA program?
Eligibility criteria are not specified.