Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program
NS, Canada
Supports overcoming food safety barriers for market access
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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- Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
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The Market Access Food Safety Program provides funding up to $15,000 to assist companies in overcoming food safety requirements for new market entry or expansion, focusing on activities like gap assessments, program coaching, and pre-audit assessments. The program aims to help businesses obtain Global Food Safety Initiative certification and meet food safety standards necessary for exporting.
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This grant provides structured financial support to assist companies in overcoming food safety barriers to market access. Funding is based on a cost-sharing model to maximize the program's reach and impact.
- A maximum of $15,000 per applicant is available, contingent upon the scope and deliverables of the project.
- Projects are cost-shared up to a 50/50 ratio between the grant provider and the applicant.
- Applicants must provide a financial contribution at the project's commencement.
- Funding allocation is subject to fund availability, encouraging early application submissions.
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The Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program aims to help companies address food safety challenges that hinder their ability to enter or maintain their presence in specific markets. Eligible activities focus on assessments, coaching, and preparations necessary to meet food safety standards.
- Gap assessments for specific food safety program requirements to evaluate necessary compliance measures.
- Program coaching for food safety program managers or quality assurance staff on developing or revising plans, implementing them, and conducting employee training.
- Pre-audit assessments to prepare for a third-party audit in accordance with a specific food safety program standard.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 60,000
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$ 100,000
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This grant is designed to assist companies facing food safety challenges when entering or maintaining access to new markets. Eligible applicants are businesses seeking to meet specific food safety standards to expand their market presence.
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The grant covers specific expenses directly related to achieving food safety compliance for new market access.
- Costs for gap assessments to identify necessary compliance actions.
- Expenses related to program coaching for food safety management and employee training.
- Fees for pre-audit assessments to prepare for third-party audits.
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- Step 1: Obtain Application Form
- Complete the Market Access Food Safety application form.
- Alternatively, request the form by emailing seafood@perennia.ca.
- Step 2: Application Completion
- Ensure that all sections of the application form are filled out completely.
- Prepare any necessary documents that demonstrate project scope and deliverables.
- Step 3: Submission
- Submit the complete application form to Perennia.
- Step 4: Follow-up and Additional Information
- Be prepared for contact from a Perennia team member for further information or questions.
- Step 5: Approval and Down Payment
- If approved, provide a down payment before the project work begins.
- Step 6: Scheduling
- Begin scheduling the project immediately after application approval, with a signed quote and project plan.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is recommended.
- Funding decisions are made promptly to facilitate quick project commencement.
- Successful applicants must provide a down payment to initiate the project.
- Sufficient budget must be ensured by the applicant to cover their share of the costs.
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seafood@perennia.ca
902-955-0248
