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Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program
Supports HPAI prevention on poultry farms
Last Update: June 7, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Open Date : June 1, 2026
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Support for commercial poultry farms to reduce HPAI risk through approved air-management technologies. Maximum funding is 80% of costs up to $30,000 per farm/Premise ID, or $75,000 per research project.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : June 1, 2026
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Installing novel air-treatment and ventilation technologies on commercial poultry farms.
- Conducting research, monitoring, and evaluation on tools and technologies that reduce HPAI risk.
- Collecting and analyzing data on the effectiveness and practical use of eligible technologies.
Documents Needed
- Quotes, invoices, or other supporting cost documents
- Copy of Corporate Registry, if applicable
- BC Premises ID information, for Stream 1
- Proof of expertise, for Stream 2
- Letters of support from suppliers, installers, or trades, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial poultry producers in Stream 1
- Research teams in Stream 2
- Western Canadian academic institutions and licensed professionals serving the poultry sector
Who is not eligible
- Poultry producers outside the eligible program region
- Small-scale, hobby, pet, or show bird operations with fewer than 300 domestic birds
- Research teams without the required expertise
- Applicants that do not meet the stated stream requirements
Eligible expenses
- Mechanical air filtration systems, including particulate filters
- UV-C systems to disinfect incoming or recirculated air
- Electrostatic precipitator systems
- Positive pressure ventilation upgrades
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- GST, taxes, duty, and shipping costs
- In-kind expenses
- Day-to-day operating costs and ongoing maintenance
- Capital costs such as vehicles, furnishings, land, and buildings
- Activities related to AI response or technologies deemed ineligible by the working group
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Lower Mainland, including the western Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver regions
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened by IAF for completeness, eligibility, and alignment with the program.
- Applications are then assessed by Ministry of Agriculture and Food staff for viability, reasonableness, and eligibility.
- IAF may contact applicants or listed experts/contractors for clarification.
- Applicants receive a funding decision by email through the IAF Client Portal.
- All decisions are final, and approved projects are subject to terms and conditions.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through the IAF Client Portal.
- All approvals and funding decisions are sent by email.
- Projects may be audited, and records should be kept.
- Approved projects may require funding acknowledgement in public communications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program. 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 Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program?
Support for commercial poultry farms to reduce HPAI risk through approved air-management technologies. Maximum funding is 80% of costs up to $30,000 per farm/Premise ID, or $75,000 per research project.
How much funding can be received?
Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **June 30, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program program?
To be eligible for the Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program program, you must:
Based and operating in BC
Legal entity with CRA business number
Stream-specific poultry or research eligibility
What expenses are eligible under Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program?
Installing novel air-treatment and ventilation technologies on commercial poultry farms.
Conducting research, monitoring, and evaluation on tools and technologies that reduce HPAI risk.
Collecting and analyzing data on the effectiveness and practical use of eligible technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program?
You can contact Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF) by email at ntt@iafbc.ca or by phone at 250-940-6150.
Where is the Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program available?
The Novel Tools and Technology for HPAI Prevention Pilot Program program is available the province of British Columbia.