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Sustainable Food Systems Grants
Supports community projects advancing equitable and sustainable food systems
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Sustainable Food Systems Grant supports neighbourhoods and communities in Vancouver to address food system issues, with priority for initiatives that help vulnerable and isolated groups access healthy, affordable, and culturally diverse food. Eligible activities include coalition-building, inclusion and participation efforts, skill-building, community capacity-building, and other local actions aligned with the Vancouver Food Strategy, with no maximum funding amount stated in the provided information.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Vancouver
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Financial cooperative
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Other Racialized Persons
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- LGBTQ+ community
- Nonprofits / charities
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative initiatives to improve community access to healthy, affordable, and culturally diverse food.
- Programs that build coalitions among community members, organizations, agencies, or businesses to work towards shared food system goals.
- Community-scale projects that foster inclusion, participation, celebration, skill-building, or capacity-building related to food systems.
- Efforts to address systemic barriers to food security and enhance community resilience regarding food access.
- Neighbourhood-focused actions that promote knowledge transfer and practical skills related to sustainable food systems.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered non-profit societies
- Community service co-operatives
- Social enterprises wholly owned by a non-profit
- Registered charities
- First Nations Bands
Who is not eligible
- Companies that are not registered non-profit societies, community service co-ops, social enterprises wholly owned by a non-profit, registered charities, or First Nations Bands (unless partnered with a qualified fiscal sponsor).
- Organizations whose primary activities fall under direct welfare supports such as food banks, meal programs, or provision of clothing.
- Businesses or organizations focused on food recovery or food rescue operations, including sorting, driving, and distribution.
- Entities involved in direct healthcare, employment training leading to certification, or initial settlement programs.
- Businesses acting as funding bodies for, or making grants to, other individuals, groups, or organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations delivering programs in Vancouver to Vancouver residents or to Vancouver-based non-profits.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted exclusively through the VanApply online platform; printed or emailed submissions are not permitted.
- Organizations may apply for multiple programs within a single application.
- Most recent fiscal year financial statements must be provided with the application.
- Required supporting documents include AGM minutes, board list, incorporation papers, board meeting minutes, by-laws/constitution, and, if available, a diversity policy and annual report.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sustainable Food Systems Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sustainable Food Systems Grants. 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 Sustainable Food Systems Grants?
The Sustainable Food Systems Grant supports neighbourhoods and communities in Vancouver to address food system issues, with priority for initiatives that help vulnerable and isolated groups access healthy, affordable, and culturally diverse food. Eligible activities include coalition-building, inclusion and participation efforts, skill-building, community capacity-building, and other local actions aligned with the Vancouver Food Strategy, with no maximum funding amount stated in the provided information.
Who is eligible for the Sustainable Food Systems Grants program?
To be eligible for the Sustainable Food Systems Grants program, you must:
Applicant may be a social enterprise wholly owned by a non-profit in good standing.
Project must be delivered in Vancouver to Vancouver residents or Vancouver-based non-profits.
What expenses are eligible under Sustainable Food Systems Grants?
Collaborative initiatives to improve community access to healthy, affordable, and culturally diverse food.
Programs that build coalitions among community members, organizations, agencies, or businesses to work towards shared food system goals.
Community-scale projects that foster inclusion, participation, celebration, skill-building, or capacity-building related to food systems.
Efforts to address systemic barriers to food security and enhance community resilience regarding food access.
Neighbourhood-focused actions that promote knowledge transfer and practical skills related to sustainable food systems.
Who can I contact for more information about the Sustainable Food Systems Grants?
You can contact City of Vancouver by email at socialpolicygrants@vancouver.ca or by phone at 604.871.6027.
Where is the Sustainable Food Systems Grants available?
The Sustainable Food Systems Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Sustainable Food Systems Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sustainable Food Systems Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Sustainable Food Systems Grants?
Sustainable Food Systems Grants is funded by City of Vancouver