Closed
Last Update: May 30, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,250 - $ 2,000
Timeline
- Open Date : December 16, 2025
- Closing date : January 20, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides small grants to support agricultural operations in Prince Edward County. It helps farms address urgent needs such as unexpected expenses, revenue drops, labour shortages, climate-related improvements, and succession planning.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,250 $
Timeline
- Open Date : December 16, 2025
- Closing date : January 20, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- From $ 75,000 to $ 500,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Addressing unexpected expenses or drops in revenue.
- Projects that positively impact climate change.
- Responding to labour shortages.
- Investing in succession planning.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Farm Business Registration Number or exemption letter
- Detailed explanation of the funding request
- Supporting information showing the farm’s financial need
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Prince Edward County farms
- Farms with a Farm Business Registration Number
- Farms with a stated financial need
Who is not eligible
- Non-PEC owned agricultural entities
- Applicants without a Farm Business Registration Number or exemption letter
Eligible expenses
- Costs linked to unexpected expenses or revenue losses.
- Expenses tied to climate-related improvements.
- Costs related to managing labour shortages.
- Succession planning-related expenses.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications from non-PEC owned agricultural entities.
- Applications without a Farm Business Registration Number or exemption letter.
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward County, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed competitively after submission.
- Applications are adjudicated based on geography, type of farming operation, and the explanation provided.
- Applicants are notified by the end of February.
- A final report is required after funding is received.
Additional information
- A brief grant report is required after funding is received.
- The process is confidential, and applicant details are not shared in the adjudication package.
- Successful applicants are not publicly promoted by the Foundation.
- Funding is competitive and not guaranteed from one year to the next.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Municipal Agricultural Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Municipal Agricultural Grant. 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 Municipal Agricultural Grant?
This program provides small grants to support agricultural operations in Prince Edward County. It helps farms address urgent needs such as unexpected expenses, revenue drops, labour shortages, climate-related improvements, and succession planning.
How much funding can be received?
Municipal Agricultural Grant Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was January 20, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Municipal Agricultural Grant program?
To be eligible for the Municipal Agricultural Grant program, you must:
Prince Edward County-based farms
Farm Business Registration Number required
Financial need must be shown
What expenses are eligible under Municipal Agricultural Grant?
Addressing unexpected expenses or drops in revenue.
Projects that positively impact climate change.
Responding to labour shortages.
Investing in succession planning.
Who can I contact for more information about the Municipal Agricultural Grant?
You can contact The County Foundation by email at info@thecountyfoundation.ca or by phone at 613-519-4470.
Where is the Municipal Agricultural Grant available?
The Municipal Agricultural Grant program is available the province of Ontario.