How do I apply for Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program?

Visit Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's website for application instructions.

What industries are eligible for Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program?

Eligible industries include: agriculture, agri-food, agri-based products sector.

Who administers Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program?

This program is administered by Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

Are there similar programs to Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Agriculture, Food & Fisheries category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program

Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

🌾 Agriculture, Food & Fisheries❤️ Nonprofit🪶 Indigenous-Owned💼 Commercialization📚 Training🍁 National

Funding for agriculture and agri-food industry support organizations

Funding

$1,000,000 - $1,000,000

Deadline

Mar 31, 2029

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

If you’re a not-for-profit or Indigenous organization working toward sustainability and competitiveness by adopting new technology or building capacity, get up to $1 million per project in cost-shared funding to cover up to 50% of eligible project costs i

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Non-repayable and repayable contributions for projects aimed at developing new ideas, products, niches, or market opportunities, responding to emerging issues, and finding solutions for the Canadian agricultural sector. AAFC normally contributes a maximum of 50% of eligible costs (up to $1 million per project), with potential for higher contributions (up to 75% or more) for high-priority projects or public safety concerns. A total maximum of $5 million over 5 years per applicant applies.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: agriculture, agri-food, agri-based products sector

Region: Canada

Demographics: Indigenous peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit)

Other Criteria: Not-for-profit organizations incorporated in Canada (e.g., Associations, Cooperatives, Marketing boards), Provincial, territorial or municipal government, Legal entity capable of entering into a legally binding agreement, Ability to deliver a Canadian and/or agriculture and agri-food sector-wide project, Project benefits stakeholders of the targeted agriculture and agri-food sector, and both public and private participants in the entire sector, Project identifies a challenge facing the Canadian agriculture sector and aligns with 1 or more of 4 priority areas: Adaptation to new technology, Environmental sustainability, Strategic planning and capacity building, Emerging issues

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Complete and submit the pre-screening application
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🌐Application Portal: https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/canadian-agricultural-strategic-priorities
📤Submission Method: online
🔄Intake Type: fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: Detailed Project Budget
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📎Optional Documents: Letters of Financial Support
Capital Asset Pre-approval
📐Format Requirements: PDF only, max 10MB
📥Templates Available: Detailed Project Budget
✉️Supporting Letters: Letters of support from organizations indicating they believe there is a need for the proposed project.

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: Administrative costs
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🚫Ineligible Expenses: Costs incurred before AAFC approval
Normal costs of establishing a commercial operation
Costs deemed part of normal business practice
Severances
Incentive amounts such as performance pay
📏Expense Caps: Administrative fees will be calculated at a 10% flat rate
💳Payment Model: reimbursement
⏪Retroactive Expenses Eligible: No

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

🔀Matching Required: Yes
📊Matching Ratio: 50%
🏦Eligible Matching Sources: cash
📚Stacking Rules: AAFC may contribute greater than 75% in exceptional cases.
🛡️Proof of Matching Required: Letters of Financial Support from all organizations providing a cash contribution.

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency: annual
📑Reporting Requirements: Detailed Project Budget
Organization's Certificate or Articles of Incorporation
Financial Statements
Project Endorsement Letters/Letters of Support
Letters of Financial Support (if applicable)
Capital Asset Pre-approval (if applicable)
🔍Audit Requirements: Supporting documentation must be provided if subject to a compliance audit.
📢Branding Requirements: Recognition of the Government of Canada is required.
🗄️Record Retention Period: 7 years