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 2025-10-02T17:00:00Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the Prix innovation en alimentation?

Prix innovation en alimentation is funded by Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ)

What are Prix innovation en alimentation's eligibility criterias?

The company must be active in Canada's food sector. The innovation project must have been researched, developed, and elaborated in Canada. The company must comply with all food safety standards.

Prix innovation en alimentation

Last Update: July 14, 2025

QC, Canada

Recognizes outstanding innovation and creativity in the agri-food sector

Prix innovation en alimentation at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : June 5, 2025
Closing date : October 2, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Grant Providers

Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ)

Status

Open

Overview of the Prix innovation en alimentation program

The Prix Innovation en alimentation awards program, organized by the Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ), recognizes outstanding innovation within the Canadian agri-food sector, offering significant industry visibility rather than direct financial support. Eligible activities include the development and implementation of new products, improved packaging, or innovative technologies and processes in the food industry.

Financing terms and conditions

Entry fees are required to participate and vary according to the number of employees: $275 (less than 20 employees), $525 (20 to 49 employees), and $1,525 (50 and more employees), plus applicable taxes.

Eligible projects & activities

Development and marketing of new or improved food products for human consumption.
Creation or redesign of innovative packaging solutions for food products.
Implementation of new technologies or manufacturing processes to improve productivity in the food industry.
Adaptation of technologies from other sectors for use in food processing or production.
Development of non-food products that serve the food industry, such as paper goods or sanitation products.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 54,000

Adapting UV sterilization technology for brewery equipment sanitation

$ 76,000

Developing biodegradable, leak-proof food service containers for caterers

$ 89,000

Automating a vegan cheese production with smart sensors and AI

$ 95,000

Formulating high-protein plant-based yogurt targeting dietary wellness

$ 70,000

Introducing a gluten-free bread line with compostable packaging

$ 62,000

Launching single-serve frozen meals in microwaveable, paper-based trays

Eligibility criteria of the Prix innovation en alimentation program

The applicant must be a company operating in Canada's food sector.
The research, development, and implementation of the innovation project must be carried out in Canada.
The company must comply with all food safety standards.
The innovation project must have been developed or launched between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025 (or between October 1, 2023, and September 30, 2025 for Technology & Productivity projects, provided it has not previously won).

Who is eligible?

Companies operating in Canada's food sector
Food processors
Packaging manufacturers (related to food products)
Graphic designers working on food packaging
Marketing, advertising, or public relations agencies involved in food packaging

Eligible geographic areas

Companies located in Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the Prix innovation en alimentation program

Degree and quality of innovation (up to 35 points for Products category).
Difficulty level and effort required for development (up to 15 points for Products category).
Sustainable development and eco-responsibility (up to 10 points for Products category; up to 15 points for Packaging category).
Potential for market success, including practicality and consumer appeal (up to 10 points for Products category; up to 20 points for Packaging consumer experience).
Project description, innovation aspects, and achieved or expected results (up to 25 points for Technology & Productivity category for project description; up to 50 points for results).

How to apply to the Prix innovation en alimentation program

Confirm eligibility requirements

Review the eligibility and admissibility criteria for the contest
Ensure your innovation project meets all requirements for the selected category
Check the project development or launch period based on the category

Register officially via the CTAQ contest page
Wait to receive the application and registration forms following registration

Prepare application documents

Fill out the official application form provided after registration
Gather all required documents: certificate in hygiene and food safety (if applicable), proof of payment, company logo (PNG), high-resolution image of the project
Prepare product or packaging samples for jury if applicable; details on quantity and delivery will be sent later

Submit application by email

Email the complete application file to concours@conseiltaq.com before the deadline (October 2, 2025, 5 PM)
Ensure all required attachments and documents are included

Await confirmation and provide samples

Receive acknowledgment of receipt from the organizers via email
Deliver samples for jury evaluation if requested

Additional information

Submission of product or packaging samples for jury evaluation may be required; details on quantity and delivery will be communicated after registration.
All application documents and samples will be destroyed after the competition; nothing will be returned to applicants.
The entry fee varies depending on the number of company employees and must be paid online prior to the submission deadline.
The use of finalist and winner logos is permitted for selected companies, subject to prior approval from the organizing body.