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Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $250,000 per project over a period of up to 24 months. It supports research and technology development focused on sustainable food production and innovation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects addressing sustainable food challenges.
- Technology development for more sustainable food production.
- Innovation projects aimed at intensifying food production in sustainable ways.
Official resources
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Innovation level of the research outcomes.
- Contribution to sustainable food solutions.
- Importance to Canadian food and health systems.
- Potential relevance beyond Canada or at a global scale.
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit a Letter of Intent
- Prepare and submit the initial Letter of Intent.
- Step 2: Invitation to full proposal
- Only shortlisted applicants from the Letter of Intent stage may be invited to continue.
- Step 3: Submit the full proposal
- Submit the complete proposal if invited to the second stage.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in two stages: Letter of Intent followed by Proposal.
- Only applicants invited after the Letter of Intent stage may submit a full proposal.
Additional information
- The program supports seed funding for research and technology development.
- Projects should deliver learnings relevant beyond Canada, including global issues.
- The application process has two stages: Letter of Intent and full Proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Seeding Food Innovation Grants Program
What is the Seeding Food Innovation Grants?
This program provides up to $250,000 per project over a period of up to 24 months. It supports research and technology development focused on sustainable food production and innovation.
How much funding can be received?
Seeding Food Innovation Grants Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Seeding Food Innovation Grants program?
To be eligible for the Seeding Food Innovation Grants program, you must:
Research or technology development projects.
Focus on sustainable food production.
Relevant to Canadian food and health systems.
What expenses are eligible under Seeding Food Innovation Grants?
Research projects addressing sustainable food challenges.
Technology development for more sustainable food production.
Innovation projects aimed at intensifying food production in sustainable ways.
Where is the Seeding Food Innovation Grants available?
The Seeding Food Innovation Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Seeding Food Innovation Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Seeding Food Innovation Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Seeding Food Innovation Grants?
Seeding Food Innovation Grants is funded by Weston Foods