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Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms
Sanitary attestation for salmonid fish farms
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Companies producing salmonids, if they accept the program conditions.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Programme québécois d’attestation sanitaire des exploitations piscicoles productrices de salmonidés supports salmonid-producing fish farms across all regions of Quebec seeking sanitary attestation. It covers evaluation visits, fish sampling, and biosafety practices related to furunculosis, bacterial kidney disease, and infectious pancreatic necrosis.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed operator registration form.
- General description of the farm.
- Designated veterinarian registration form.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies producing salmonids, if they accept the program conditions.
- Operators with a valid inland aquaculture permit.
- Operators recognized as agricultural producers.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses engaged in brokerage activity.
How to apply
- Read the full program text to learn all details.
- Send the mandatory documents by email to centraledesignalement@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- The veterinarian chosen by the operator carries out the evaluation visits.
- Fish sampling is carried out according to the program rules for analysis and detection of the targeted pathogens.
- The laboratory must be informed before samples are sent.
- A minimum participation period of two years, or four evaluation visits, is required before the attestation is issued.
Additional information
- The program is voluntary.
- Attestation is issued by the MAPAQ.
- Participants may consent to public disclosure of their company information and sanitary status.
- Buyers receive the attestation and a fish transfer declaration for each lot.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms Program
What is the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms?
The Programme québécois d’attestation sanitaire des exploitations piscicoles productrices de salmonidés supports salmonid-producing fish farms across all regions of Quebec seeking sanitary attestation. It covers evaluation visits, fish sampling, and biosafety practices related to furunculosis, bacterial kidney disease, and infectious pancreatic necrosis.
Who is eligible for the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms program?
To be eligible for the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms program, you must:
Valid inland aquaculture permit and agricultural producer status, maintained throughout participation.
Salmonid-producing business that accepts the program conditions.
Water supply and sanitary separation requirements must be met.
Who can I contact for more information about the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms?
You can contact Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ) by email at centraledesignalement@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 1-844-264-6289.
Where is the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms available?
The Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms?
Québec Health Certification Program for Salmonid Fish Farms is funded by Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ)