How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $750 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Organic Certification Rebate Program?

Organic Certification Rebate Program is funded by Department of Agriculture, Government of Nova Scotia

What are Organic Certification Rebate Program's eligibility criterias?

Must be a farm or Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities in a Mi'kmaw community. Be currently and properly registered in the correct income category under the Farm Registration Act. Must be certified organic at the time of application.

Organic Certification Rebate Program

Last Update: January 24, 2025

NS, Canada

Funding to help farms become certified organic

Organic Certification Rebate Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $750
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : September 1, 2023
Closing date : February 14, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting

Grant Providers

Department of Agriculture
Government of Nova Scotia

Status

Closed

Overview of the Organic Certification Rebate Program program

Get up to $750 to cover up to 50% of eligible expenses to encourage your farm to become certified organic and to support those who have already made the changes needed to be a certified organic farm.

Eligible projects & activities

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 750

Purchase of organic seeds and certification for an urban farm

$ 750

Consultation services for transitioning to organic farming at Maple Leaf Farm

$ 600

Inspection fees for annual organic certification of a dairy farm

Eligibility criteria of the Organic Certification Rebate Program program

Eligibility for the Organic Certification Rebate Program is determined by specific requirements related to the farm's registration and certification status.

The applicant must be a farm or Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities in a Mi'kmaw community.
The farm must be currently and properly registered in the correct income category under the Farm Registration Act.
The applicant must be at least 19 years old and actively farming in the program year.
The farm must be certified organic at the time of application.

Who is eligible?

The Organic Certification Rebate Program is available to farms or Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities within a Mi'kmaw community. Eligible participants include those farms that are properly registered under the correct income category per the Farm Registration Act. Additionally, farmers must be at least 19 years old, actively farming in the program year, and possess organic certification at the time of application.

Eligible expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant. The expenses include:

Certification fees
Inspection fees
Organic inputs and materials
Consultation fees related to organic certification

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to farm entities within Nova Scotia. Eligible geographical areas are primarily within Mi'kmaq communities conducting farming activities.

Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities in Mi'kmaw communities within Nova Scotia.

Eligibility criteria of the Organic Certification Rebate Program program

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.

Applicant must be properly registered under the Farm Registration Act
Applicant must be at least 19 years old and actively farming in the program year
Applicant must be certified organic at the time of application

How to apply to the Organic Certification Rebate Program program

Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the Organic Certification Rebate Program:

Be a farm or Mi'kmaq conducting farming activities in a Mi'kmaw community.
Be registered in the correct income category under the Farm Registration Act.
Be at least 19 years old and actively farming in the program year.
Be certified organic at the time you apply.

Review the Program Guidelines for detailed information on eligibility and requirements.

Check the program opening and application deadline dates to ensure timely submission.

Prepare all necessary documentation and information for your application.

Contact the Department of Agriculture Programs Division for any additional assistance or clarification.

Submit your application before the specified deadline.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Applications must be submitted before the program deadline to be considered.
The grant covers both new and previously certified organic farms.
Application support is available via the contact details provided, including both phone and email support options.
Program guidelines and further information can be downloaded for a comprehensive understanding of requirements and procedures.

Documents and links

Organic Certification Rebate Program

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