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Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Ontario, Canada
Supports clean technology adoption and operational sustainability improvements
Grant and Funding
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.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- 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
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
- Be a for-profit private sector enterprise or a not-for-profit corporation.
- Operate in the food and agri-food technology sectors.
- Be incorporated in Canada and located in southern Ontario.
- Generate at least $200,000 in annual revenues (unless a not-for-profit).
- Be able to provide a 60% match of project costs (up to $150,000).
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
How to apply
1
Check applicant eligibility
- Confirm you are a for-profit enterprise or not-for-profit corporation in the food and agri-food technology sectors
- Ensure you are incorporated in Canada and located in southern Ontario
- Verify you generate at least $200,000 in annual revenues (unless a not-for-profit)
2
Confirm project fit and budget
- Confirm your project will integrate proven clean technologies and/or implement sustainability enhancement activities
- Ensure funding request is between $40,000 and $100,000 in non-repayable matching contributions
- Confirm you can procure a 60% match of total project costs, up to $150,000
3
Engage a project partner
- Select an eligible Sustainability Project Partner that can provide a proven clean technology or consultation service
- Obtain a Statement of Work (SOW) from the Sustainability Project Partner
4
Gather tools and program guide
- Access the Application Toolkit and consult the SGAP Program Guide for full eligibility criteria
- Download the Application Workbook, Budget Workbook Templates, and the SGAP Intake Form
5
Prepare the application documents
- Complete the Application Workbook
- Complete the Budget Workbook Templates
- Reference the SGAP Program Guide while completing the application
6
Submit via the intake form
- Submit the completed documents using the SGAP Intake Form
- Apply during the intake period starting January 28, 2026
- Ensure the application is received by March 18, 2026, at 11:59 pm EDT
7
Follow submission method rules
- Do not submit by email, mail, in-person, or facsimile (fax), as these will not be accepted
8
Await results and next steps
- Wait for notification of awarded and declined applications in June 2026
- Note that only successful applications will move toward negotiating a Contribution Agreement
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.
