How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the PEI — Business Development Program?

PEI — Business Development Program is funded by Government of Prince Edward Island, Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI)

What are PEI — Business Development Program's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a small or medium-sized enterprise established in the province of Prince Edward Island. The business must demonstrate potential for growth and development through the proposed project. The company should exhibit financial stability and compliance with local business regulations.

PEI — Business Development Program

Last Update: July 22, 2025

PE, Canada

Business training and planning funding for agri-businesses in Prince Edward Island

PEI — Business Development Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Government of Prince Edward Island
Department of Agriculture and Land (PEI)

Status

Open

Overview of the PEI — Business Development Program program

The grant program offers a maximum funding amount of CAD 100,000, aimed at supporting innovative technology projects that enhance productivity and competitiveness in the Canadian market. Eligible activities include research and development, prototype testing, and commercialization efforts.

Eligible projects & activities

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,000

Benchmarking cattle ranching operations against industry standards

$ 70,000

Expanding the domestic market for organic strawberries

$ 60,000

Launching a skills training program for dairy farm employees

$ 15,000

Creating a business plan for a new farm-to-table restaurant

$ 15,000

Risk management training for vegetable growers

$ 70,000

Organizational development for the Maritime Grain Producers Association

Eligibility criteria of the PEI — Business Development Program program

The Business Development Program specifies eligibility criteria for each of its four sub-programs. Below are the summarized criteria for each sub-program:

Training Sub-Program:
Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups
Agricultural producers
Farm employees
Small to medium-sized agri-businesses
Agri-processors
Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations
Others may be considered upon request
Business Planning Sub-Program:
Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups
Agricultural producers
Small to medium-sized agri-businesses
Agri-processors
Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations
Others may be considered upon request
Benchmarking and Risk Management Sub-Program:
Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups
Agricultural producers
Small to medium-sized agri-businesses
Agri-processors
Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations
Others may be considered upon request
Building Sector Capacity Sub-Program:
Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups
Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations
Municipal and provincial government

Who is eligible?

Yes. The Business Development Program has specific types of eligible companies that can apply for funding:

Agricultural producers
Small to medium-sized agri-businesses
Agri-processors
Agriculture industry organizations, clubs, and associations
Mi’kmaq First Nations and other Indigenous groups
Municipal and provincial government

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies may not be eligible for this grant. These can include:

Non-profit organizations
Government entities

Eligible expenses

The Business Development Program covers a range of eligible expenses aimed at enhancing the capacity of agricultural producers and businesses in PEI.

Skills training
Business planning
Organizational development
Benchmarking activities
Risk management activities
Market expansion initiatives

How to apply to the PEI — Business Development Program program

Obtain the Application Form and Appendices

Visit the PEI Department of Agriculture's website or contact them via email or phone to get the Business Development Program General Application Form and the required appendices relevant to the sub-program you're applying for.

Collect Applicant Information

Prepare your contact information, including business or organization details, CRA registration number, and partnership information if applicable.

Define the Project

Specify the project start and end date.

Identify Additional Funding Sources

List any other sources of funding that will be used for the project.

Classify Recipient and Industry Type

Identify the recipient type (primary producer, agricultural landowner, processor) and the type of industry (dairy, potato, beef, hog, grains and oilseeds).

Provide Declaration and Consent

Sign the application form to declare and give consent for personal information.

Submit Demographic Information (optional)

Provide optional demographic information if desired.

Complete Relevant Appendices

Complete respective appendices according to the sub-program you're applying for, for example:
Appendix A: Training Sub-Program (Agri-Skills Individual Training)
Appendix B: Group Training, Organizational Development, Benchmarking, Business Planning

Submit the Application

Send the completed application form along with the required appendices to the PEI Department of Agriculture at the given address or via the provided contact details.

Additional information

It is important for grant applicants to know about potential administrative and compliance obligations.

Applicants may be required to demonstrate financial stability through audited financial statements.
There could be specific language requirements for documentation and reports, especially if the grant is federally managed and covers bilingual regions.
Partnership or collaboration with other organizations might be encouraged to enhance project scope and impact.
Applicants may need to outline sustainability measures to ensure project continuity beyond the grant term.

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