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Women Entrepreneur Program
Support for women in agriculture and food businesses
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
FCC’s Women Entrepreneur Program supports women in agriculture, agribusiness, and food with financing and resources. It includes support for starting or growing a business, skill development, and a one-time loan processing fee waiver of up to $1,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting or growing a business in agriculture, agribusiness, or food.
- Participating in business skill development activities.
- Accessing women-focused networking and mentorship opportunities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women entrepreneurs in agriculture.
- Women entrepreneurs in agribusiness.
- Women entrepreneurs in food.
Eligible expenses
- A one-time loan processing fee waiver of up to $1,000 for skill development activities.
Additional information
- FCC offers learning events for women entrepreneurs.
- An updated list of groups and mentorship opportunities is available.
- FCC provides tools and resources to support business growth.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Women Entrepreneur Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Women Entrepreneur Program. 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 Women Entrepreneur Program?
FCC’s Women Entrepreneur Program supports women in agriculture, agribusiness, and food with financing and resources. It includes support for starting or growing a business, skill development, and a one-time loan processing fee waiver of up to $1,000.
Who is eligible for the Women Entrepreneur Program program?
To be eligible for the Women Entrepreneur Program program, you must:
The business must be owned or operated by a woman.
The business must be in agriculture, agribusiness, or food.
What expenses are eligible under Women Entrepreneur Program?
Starting or growing a business in agriculture, agribusiness, or food.
Participating in business skill development activities.
Accessing women-focused networking and mentorship opportunities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Women Entrepreneur Program?
You can contact Farm Credit Canada (FCC) by email at csc@fcc-fac.ca or by phone at 1-306-780-8900.
Where is the Women Entrepreneur Program available?
The Women Entrepreneur Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Women Entrepreneur Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Women Entrepreneur Program is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the Women Entrepreneur Program?
Women Entrepreneur Program is funded by Farm Credit Canada (FCC)