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Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)
Supports clean technology adoption and operational sustainability improvements
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 40,000 - $ 100,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Provides non-repayable matching contributions of up to $100,000 to support later-stage food and agri-food tech businesses in southern Ontario. Funding supports adopting proven clean technologies and/or carrying out sustainability enhancement activities to modernize operations and reduce carbon footprint.
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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 strategic partnerships
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Minimum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 200,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Integrating proven clean technologies into operations (through an eligible Sustainability Project Partner).
- Implementing sustainability enhancement activities to assess potential modifications to current operations (with an eligible Sustainability Project Partner).
Documents Needed
- Completed Application Workbook (template)
- Completed Budget Workbook (template)
- Statement of Work (SOW) from the Sustainability Project Partner
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit food technology businesses
- For-profit agri-food technology businesses
- Not-for-profit corporations in food and agri-food technology
Who is not eligible
- Applicants not incorporated in Canada
- Organizations not located in southern Ontario
- Businesses outside the food and agri-food technology sectors
Eligible expenses
- Advisory services
- Operational assessments
- Equipment acquisition
- Employee labour
- Other costs directly related to the project
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants are notified of awarded and declined applications (expected June 2026).
- Only successful applications proceed to negotiate a Contribution Agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted until March 18, 2026 (11:59 pm EDT).
- Applicants are expected to work with an eligible Sustainability Project Partner that provides a Statement of Work (SOW).
- Program intake opens January 28, 2026; notifications are expected in June 2026.
- Program funding is supported by the Government of Canada through FedDev Ontario.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP). 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 Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)?
Provides non-repayable matching contributions of up to $100,000 to support later-stage food and agri-food tech businesses in southern Ontario. Funding supports adopting proven clean technologies and/or carrying out sustainability enhancement activities to modernize operations and reduce carbon footprint.
How much funding can be received?
Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) program?
To be eligible for the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) program, you must:
Incorporated in Canada and located in southern Ontario
Food or agri-food technology sector
Can provide 60% matching funds
What expenses are eligible under Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)?
Integrating proven clean technologies into operations (through an eligible Sustainability Project Partner).
Implementing sustainability enhancement activities to assess potential modifications to current operations (with an eligible Sustainability Project Partner).
Who can I contact for more information about the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)?
You can contact Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev).
Where is the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) available?
The Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) is a Grant and Funding