Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus

Q: How much funding can be received?

Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus Funds up to 150000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus is a Loans and Capital investments

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus?

Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus is funded by La Financière agricole (FADQ), Gouvernement du Québec

Q: Who is eligible for the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus program?

To be eligible for the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus program, you must: • The applicant must be a farmer with an investment project. • The project must be productive and support sustainable investments. • A loan guarantee from La Financière agricole is required.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus?

You can contact La Financière agricole (FADQ) or by phone at 1-800-749-3646.

Q: Where is the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus available?

The Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Money for agri-business projects in Quebec

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000

Timeline

Open Date : November 17, 2020
Closing date : March 31, 2025

Financing Type

Loans and Capital investments

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Closed

Overview

Get a grant of up to $150,000 when you secure a loan guarantee of up to $600,000 from La Financière agricole for all projects related to beef cattle, sheep, or goat production.

Activities funded

The Sustainable Growth Investment Program is administered by La Financière agricole du Québec, suggesting its geographical focus is within the province of Québec. Although not explicitly stated, the implication is that eligible entities are likely located within Québec.

Businesses operating within the province of Québec.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 110,000

Installation of a water reservoir for goat farming

$ 70,000

Renovation of goat milking parlor for improved efficiency

$ 60,000

Purchase of breeding stock to improve a beef cattle farm

$ 150,000

Construction of a modern barn for sustainable sheep farming

$ 70,000

Development of an irrigation system for a beef cattle farm

$ 70,000

Agri-environmental enhancement of cultivated land for a sheep farm

Eligibility

Eligibility for the Sustainable Growth Investment Program requires adherence to specific criteria related to the nature of the applicant and the scope of their investment project.

The applicant must be involved in agricultural production, regardless of the production sector or stage in the business life cycle.
The investment project must aim to support productive and sustainable agricultural investments.
Eligibility for financial assistance is contingent upon a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole.

Who is eligible?

The Sustainable Growth Investment Program is designed for farmers who have investment projects to advance, regardless of their production sector or business stage. The program aims to support productive and sustainable investments by offering an investment grant contingent upon a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole. Eligible businesses can receive up to $700,000 in financing, with assistance distributed over three years.

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies are not eligible for the grant under certain conditions.

Businesses in the recovery process with the FADQ or another lender.
Forestry companies.

Eligible expenses

The Sustainable Growth Investment Program supports farmers in undertaking productive and sustainable investments across different phases of their business life cycle. Although specific projects are not listed, the focus is on investments that ensure long-term sustainable growth in the agricultural sector.

Eligible geographic areas

The grant covers expenses that support productive and sustainable investments in farming projects.

Costs of purchasing and installing agricultural machinery and equipment.
Expenses related to construction or renovation of farm buildings.
Costs for implementing environmentally sustainable farming practices.
Acquisition of technology aimed at enhancing productivity and sustainability.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection criteria for the Sustainable Growth Investment Program include several requirements that projects must meet to ensure they align with the goals of productive and sustainable investments. Here are the specific criteria to consider:

Increase the production volume, performance, or profitability of your business.
Comply with animal welfare and/or organic production standards or any new requirements applicable to agri-food production.
Improve land under cultivation.
Adopt agri-environmental practices.
Eligibility varies by component (1D to 5D) with specific financial assistance caps and loan guarantees.

How to apply

Eligibility Verification

Confirm that your agricultural investment project is eligible for the program by consulting the eligibility criteria on La Financière agricole's website.

Preparation of the file

Gather all necessary documents, including the project plan, financial forecasts, and evidence of eligibility.

Request for Loan Guarantee

Contact La Financière agricole to initiate a loan guarantee application, a prerequisite for financial assistance.

Submission of the request

Complete the financial assistance application form available on the La Financière agricole website.
Submit the duly completed form along with the required documents electronically or by mail according to the instructions provided by the organization.

Follow-up of the request

Receive a confirmation of receipt of your file by email.
Wait for the evaluation of your application by La Financière Agricole and respond to any additional information requests.

Final decision

Receive the final decision regarding the approval or rejection of your application.
If approved, sign the funding agreement and comply with all conditions associated with the program.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The grant requires a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole to be eligible for financial assistance.
Financial assistance under this program can go up to a maximum of $700,000 per business.
Funding is distributed over a three-year period once granted.

Documents and links

Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus

Contacts

1-800-749-3646

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus. 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.