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On-Farm Resiliency Program
Funding for farm resilience projects
Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Opened April 1, 2026
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $50,000 to help farms prepare for nature-based perils. It supports electrical preparedness and wildlife damage mitigation projects, including generators, battery storage, fencing, deterrent devices, and guard animals.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- $ 30,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Electrical preparedness projects for farm operations.
- Wildlife damage mitigation projects to protect crops, bees, and livestock.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Program Funding Registration form
- Copy of lease or rental agreement, if applicable
- Field fence design and measurements for permanent fencing projects
- Invoices and proof of payment for claim submission
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered farms.
- Community pastures.
- Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities in Mi'kmaw communities.
Eligible expenses
- Generators and battery storage.
- Permanent and portable fencing for crop and bee protection.
- Mechanical deterrent devices, crop netting, and scare devices.
- Livestock guard animals and guard dog training.
- Contracted or in-kind labour for permanent fencing installation.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel expenses.
- Administrative and general overhead.
- Buildings, building modifications, and sea containers.
- Operating expenses and existing staff wages or salaries.
- HST, transfer switches, and installation for Stream 1.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia.
- Eligible project locations include selected counties in Nova Scotia.
Selection criteria
- Applications are assessed as they are received.
- Funding is subject to availability.
- The Department may limit the amount awarded to an applicant or associated applicants.
Processing and Agreement
- Complete applications are reviewed by the Department of Agriculture as they are received.
- If approved, applicants receive a Letter of Agreement with the funding terms and conditions.
- The applicant must review, sign, and return the Letter of Agreement within 30 days.
- A claim form is sent after the signed agreement is received.
- Claims are paid only after supporting invoices and proof of payment are submitted.
Additional information
- Applicants new to Programs since 2023 must complete the Program Funding Registration form.
- Returning applicants must update the registration form with any changes.
- Only one application is allowed per year.
- A Letter of Agreement must be signed and returned within 30 days if approved.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the On-Farm Resiliency Program Program
What is the On-Farm Resiliency Program?
This program provides up to $50,000 to help farms prepare for nature-based perils. It supports electrical preparedness and wildlife damage mitigation projects, including generators, battery storage, fencing, deterrent devices, and guard animals.
How much funding can be received?
On-Farm Resiliency Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 30, 2026.
Who is eligible for the On-Farm Resiliency Program program?
To be eligible for the On-Farm Resiliency Program program, you must:
Registered farms, community pastures, or Mi'kmaq farmers.
Farm Registration Act registration required.
Minimum annual farming income of $30,000.
What expenses are eligible under On-Farm Resiliency Program?
Electrical preparedness projects for farm operations.
Wildlife damage mitigation projects to protect crops, bees, and livestock.
Who can I contact for more information about the On-Farm Resiliency Program?
You can contact Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture by email at prm@novascotia.ca or by phone at 902-893-6377.
Where is the On-Farm Resiliency Program available?
The On-Farm Resiliency Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.