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Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses
Financial support for expert advisory services
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2027
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Advisory Services Program supports agricultural and agri-food businesses through expert consulting services. It funds eligible advisory, information-sharing, and co-development activities, with a maximum assistance amount of up to $40,000 per applicant in some cases.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : December 15, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Advisory service projects delivered by registered consultants.
- Interprofessional collaboration initiatives.
- Strategic initiatives and action plans for businesses.
- Diagnostics, follow-ups, and other advisory activities in agro-environment, technical and management fields.
Documents Needed
- Application form.
- Signed service contract.
- Invoice.
- Supporting documents required for specific bonuses or activities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural businesses.
- Artisanal food processing businesses.
- Emerging agricultural businesses.
- Groups of three to ten eligible businesses.
Who is not eligible
- Government departments, budgetary bodies, Crown corporations, and municipal entities.
- Financial cooperatives and banking institutions.
- Applicants unable to meet French language requirements or listed as non-compliant with francization rules.
- Applicants registered in RENA or under a ministerial or court order related to animal welfare and safety.
- Applicants in default on obligations related to prior financial assistance from the ministry.
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for advisory services.
- Professional fees related to interprofessional meetings or strategic initiatives.
- Travel time fees for consultants.
- Eligible travel, lodging, and meal expenses for consultants.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Services related to recreational cannabis or products not approved by Health Canada.
- Services linked to additional cannabis products such as food ingredients, processed foods, topical products, concentrates, tinctures, and capsules.
- Subscription fees and administration fees.
- Plans and specifications services, and agro-environmental fertilization or recycling plans, including soil sampling.
- Costs not directly related to the project, cost overruns, and GST/QST reimbursements.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Complete applications are reviewed by Agriconseils or by the ministry, depending on the component.
- Applications are assessed against program fit, feasibility, quality, results, and cost criteria.
- The applicant receives a written decision by mail or email.
- If approved, a funding agreement or confirmation is issued before payment.
- Payments are made after the service is delivered and supporting documents are accepted.
Additional information
- Documents and forms are available in French only.
- A contract of service is required before payment.
- Advisory services must be billed by the hour.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses?
The Advisory Services Program supports agricultural and agri-food businesses through expert consulting services. It funds eligible advisory, information-sharing, and co-development activities, with a maximum assistance amount of up to $40,000 per applicant in some cases.
Who is eligible for the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses program?
To be eligible for the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses program, you must:
Active establishment in Quebec
Eligible agricultural or food business
Uses registered advisory services
What expenses are eligible under Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses?
Advisory service projects delivered by registered consultants.
Interprofessional collaboration initiatives.
Strategic initiatives and action plans for businesses.
Diagnostics, follow-ups, and other advisory activities in agro-environment, technical and management fields.
Who can I contact for more information about the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses?
You can contact Agriconseils or by phone at 1-866-680-1858.
Where is the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses available?
The Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses?
Advisory Services Program — Component 1 - Support for the use of advisory services by businesses is funded by Agriconseils, Government of Québec