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Sector development program - QC - Canada

Sector development program

Last Update: July 24, 2025
QC, Canada
Supports collective projects to boost agri-food sector competitiveness

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Archived
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Archived

Overview

The Sector Development Program aimed to increase the competitiveness of the agri-food sectors by supporting large-scale collective projects that benefit the entire industry. While the specific maximum funding amount is not indicated, the program financed initiatives focused on sectoral synergy, project design, and implementation for collective advancement.

Activities funded

  • Design and implementation of large-scale collective projects to enhance the competitiveness of the agri-food sector.

Eligibility

  • The program was intended to support projects that enhance the competitiveness of the agri-food sectors.
  • Eligible projects had to be collective in nature and provide sector-wide benefits.

Who is eligible?

  • Companies and organizations operating in the agri-food sectors.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Additional information

  • This program ended on March 31, 2023, and has been replaced by the Programme de développement territorial et sectoriel 2023-2026.
  • Applicants are encouraged to regularly check the Ministry’s website or follow its Facebook page for updates and new programs.
  • Several official documents, including the full program text and guides for specific sections, are available in PDF format.
  • Declaration forms for in-kind contributions and salary-related expenses were available with a deadline of June 15, 2023.
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