Open
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- 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
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Acton — PDZA. 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 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.