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Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building
Supporting collaborative plant protein sector projects
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 150,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The program supports collaborative projects that build capacity in Canada’s plant protein sector and advance the agrifood value chain. Projects may address market insights, innovation infrastructure, talent, regulation, inclusion, access to capital, sustainability, or global presence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Newcomers to Canada
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative consortia projects that leverage strengths, address gaps, and develop innovations.
- Projects that build capacity in the plant protein sector.
- Projects aligned with the program’s strategic priorities and ecosystem transformation goals.
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Full Project Proposal
- Declaration As To Authorization and Compliance
- Initial financial assessment
- Financial statements and organizational structure may be requested
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Protein Industries Canada member organizations
- Canadian organizations participating in a consortium
- Academic or research institutions, as consortium partners
Eligible expenses
- Reconciled eligible project costs.
- Project expenses for multi-year initiatives, broken down by year in the proposed budget.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with priority areas and Global Innovation Cluster themes.
- Potential for ecosystem transformation.
- Fit with Protein Industries Canada’s Investment Thesis and other program criteria.
- Evaluation by the Project Selection Committee, with input from additional technical experts if needed.
How to apply
- Step 1: Introductory call
- Email projects@proteinsupercluster.ca after reviewing the project eligibility requirements.
- Receive the Expression of Interest template and instructions.
- Each consortium member must complete and sign the Declaration As To Authorization and Compliance.
- Step 2: Submit the Expression of Interest
- Complete the EOI as a single application for the project.
- Submit it for review by Protein Industries Canada staff.
- Step 3: Full Project Proposal
- If invited, prepare the Full Project Proposal using the provided Word and Excel templates.
- Submit the proposal by email to projects@proteinsupercluster.ca.
- Include both application parts and an initial financial assessment.
- Step 4: Review and decision
- Successful applicants are notified by email and invited to a proposal orientation meeting.
- The Project Selection Committee reviews the proposal and may approve, decline, or table it for more information.
- Step 5: Agreement and start of work
- If approved, Protein Industries Canada works with the consortium to sign a Master Project Agreement.
- Work can begin once the agreement is signed.
Processing and Agreement
- EOIs are reviewed by Protein Industries Canada staff first.
- Eligible EOIs are assessed for fit with the Investment Thesis, Global Innovation Cluster priorities, and other program criteria.
- Selected projects move to the Full Project Proposal stage and are reviewed by the Project Selection Committee.
- The committee may approve, decline, table the project, or request more information.
- Approved projects proceed to a Master Project Agreement before work can begin.
Additional information
- All projects must demonstrate meaningful participation from women, Indigenous Peoples, and/or other under-represented groups.
- Projects should avoid duplication of existing efforts in the sector.
- Protein Industries Canada staff can provide support and feedback during proposal development.
- Members of project consortia are required to comply with the Conflict of Interest Policy and Applicant Interaction Policy during the evaluation process.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building Program
What is the Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building?
The program supports collaborative projects that build capacity in Canada’s plant protein sector and advance the agrifood value chain. Projects may address market insights, innovation infrastructure, talent, regulation, inclusion, access to capital, sustainability, or global presence.
How much funding can be received?
Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building program?
To be eligible for the Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building program, you must:
Submitted by a Protein Industries Canada member
Collaborative consortium project
Aligned with program objectives
What expenses are eligible under Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building?
Collaborative consortia projects that leverage strengths, address gaps, and develop innovations.
Projects that build capacity in the plant protein sector.
Projects aligned with the program’s strategic priorities and ecosystem transformation goals.
Who can I contact for more information about the Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building?
You can contact Protein Industries Canada (PIC).
Where is the Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building available?
The Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building program is available across Canada.
Is the Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Protein Industries Canada — Capacity Building is a Grant and Funding