How do I apply for Local Food Infrastructure Fund — Small Scale Projects?

You can apply online through the official program website. Visit the application portal to submit your application.

What industries are eligible for Local Food Infrastructure Fund — Small Scale Projects?

Eligible industries include: food production, community food security.

Who administers Local Food Infrastructure Fund — Small Scale Projects?

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

Are there similar programs to Local Food Infrastructure Fund — Small Scale Projects?

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 Local Food Infrastructure Fund — Small Scale Projects?

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.

Local Food Infrastructure Fund — Small Scale Projects

Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-food Canada

🌾 Agriculture, Food & Fisheries❤️ Nonprofit🔧 Equipment🏗️ Infrastructure🏘️ Community Partnership🍁 National

Funding for non-profits to support local food systems

Funding

$25,000 - $100,000

Deadline

Sep 24, 2025

Status

Closed

What Is This Program?

Your not-for-profit organization could get funding to help improve community food security through the purchase and installation of infrastructure/equipment that will increase access to local, nutritious and culturally appropriate food.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Grant funding to support projects that strengthen community food security and increase the availability and accessibility of local, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food. Funding is for the purchase and installation of one or a few pieces of infrastructure/equipment in a single community, with a mandatory food production element.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: food production, community food security

Demographics: Indigenous, Black communities, 2SLGBTQI+, women, youth, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities

Other Criteria: Must be an Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, Inuit) organization, a not-for-profit organization with a mandate to provide community food services, or a Municipal Administration, Fosters equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) by removing barriers for equal access to opportunities and resources, In operation for at least 2 years as a legal entity (federally, provincially, or territorially incorporated) capable of entering into legally binding agreements, Project must include a food production element, Project must focus on food security in a single community (combining projects from multiple communities is not allowed), Project activities must predominantly serve equity-deserving groups, particularly Indigenous and Black communities, Equipment cannot be installed on residential property (exceptions may apply for Indigenous groups), Minimum request of $25,000 in eligible costs from AAFC