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Western Cash Advance Program
Cash advances for Western producers
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- Funding available
- $ 1,000,000
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Alberta, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
Provides cash advances of up to $1 million for Alberta and Saskatchewan producers. Supports livestock and crop producers with working capital for eligible agricultural commodities and related advance arrangements.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $1,000,000
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
- Strengthen organizational capacity
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Alberta, Saskatchewan
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta producers
- Saskatchewan producers
- Sole proprietors, partnerships, corporations, and cooperatives
- Livestock and crop producers
Who is not eligible
- Producers under 18 years of age
- Non-Canadian residents
- Producers in default under APP-related agreements
- Applicants seeking advances beyond program limits
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
Activities funded
- Cash advances for crops in production.
- Cash advances for harvested crops in storage.
- Cash advances for livestock.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application and repayment agreement
- Select the appropriate producer form and fill in business details.
- Provide information on commodities, ownership, and secured creditors.
- Step 2: Gather supporting documents
- Include identification, insurance documents, priority agreements, and any required guarantees.
- Attach the relevant advance worksheets and signed declarations.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed package by email, fax, or mail to WeCAP.
- Provide any additional information requested during review.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form and repayment agreement
- Government identification for all applicants
- Priority agreements for secured creditors
- Insurance documents and proof of coverage
- Direct deposit void cheque, if applicable
Selection criteria
- Eligibility of the producer and business structure.
- Creditworthiness of the applicant.
- Adequacy of the security provided.
- Compliance with program rules and required documentation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility, creditworthiness, and adequate security.
- The administrator may request additional information, perform a credit check, or inspect the commodity.
- Approved advances are issued after the agreement is signed.
- Eligibility refusals may be appealed through an internal review process.
Additional information
- Applications may be submitted by email, fax, or mail.
- WeCAP may inspect inventory and supporting records.
- An appeal process is available for eligibility-based refusals only.
- Electronic signatures are accepted on the agreement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Western Cash Advance Program Program
What is the Western Cash Advance Program?
Provides cash advances of up to $1 million for Alberta and Saskatchewan producers. Supports livestock and crop producers with working capital for eligible agricultural commodities and related advance arrangements.
How much funding can be received?
Western Cash Advance Program Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Western Cash Advance Program program?
To be eligible for the Western Cash Advance Program program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Age 18 or older
Must market eligible commodities
Who can I contact for more information about the Western Cash Advance Program?
You can contact Feeder Associations of Alberta (FAA) by email at wecap@feederassoc.com or by phone at 1-844-333-3377.
Where is the Western Cash Advance Program available?
The Western Cash Advance Program program is available the province of Alberta, Saskatchewan.
Is the Western Cash Advance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Western Cash Advance Program is a Loans and Capital investments