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The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund
Funding for clean food-tech demonstrations
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000 - $ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports Canadian food-tech companies developing clean technology solutions for food processing and distribution. It offers up to CAD 100,000 under Spark and CAD 250,000 to CAD 1,000,000 under Impact for pilot and industrial demonstration projects.
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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
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- 499-499 employees
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Industrial pilot and demonstration of clean technology in food processing or distribution.
- Development and validation of technology from lab testing to operational demonstration.
- Prototype integration and testing in real operating environments.
- Knowledge-sharing and performance measurement related to the project.
Documents Needed
- Two years of financial statements.
- Project budget and work plan.
- Environmental impact calculator file.
- Signed pilot partner support letter, if applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian incorporated small and medium-sized enterprises.
- Food and beverage technology companies.
- Technology developers and IP owners.
- Startups that meet incorporation and IP ownership requirements.
Who is not eligible
- Publicly funded non-profit organizations.
- Federal Crown corporations.
- Government departments and agencies.
- Technology adopters or site hosts that do not own the technology IP.
- Organizations already serving as principal applicant on an active CFIN project.
Eligible expenses
- Direct labour on approved project work.
- Subcontractors and consultants.
- Direct materials and consumables.
- Equipment purchase, modifications, and shipping.
- Direct travel and outreach costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Interest and financing charges.
- Legal, accounting, or consulting fees tied to restructuring or financing.
- Sales, marketing, and advertising costs for the commercial product.
- In-kind contributions.
- Alcohol, fines, and other non-reimbursable travel items.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for completeness and eligibility.
- Spark applications are scored by internal and external reviewers.
- Impact applications are reviewed in two stages before final decision.
- Successful applicants are contacted to sign a project agreement.
- Reporting and reimbursement proceed under the signed agreement.
Additional information
- Membership in CFIN is required to apply.
- Projects are supported through two funding streams: Spark and Impact.
- Applicants may receive program support for commercialization and customer development.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund. 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 The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund?
This program supports Canadian food-tech companies developing clean technology solutions for food processing and distribution. It offers up to CAD 100,000 under Spark and CAD 250,000 to CAD 1,000,000 under Impact for pilot and industrial demonstration projects.
How much funding can be received?
The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund program?
To be eligible for the The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund program, you must:
Canadian incorporated food-tech SME
Technology owned by applicant
Post-farm processing or distribution
What expenses are eligible under The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund?
Industrial pilot and demonstration of clean technology in food processing or distribution.
Development and validation of technology from lab testing to operational demonstration.
Prototype integration and testing in real operating environments.
Knowledge-sharing and performance measurement related to the project.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund?
You can contact Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN) by email at innovation@cfin-rcia.ca.
Where is the The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund available?
The The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Pan-Canadian Sustainable Food Fund is a Other Support