| Administered by | Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada |
|---|---|
| Funding amount | Interest-free repayable contributions covering up to 50 % of eligible costs, up to $5M per project |
| Who qualifies | For-profit Canadian incorporated businesses in primary agriculture, food and beverage manufacturing, agricultural equipment or bio-industrial products |
| Region | Canada |
| Official page | agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/agri-innovate |
How AgriInnovate and SCAP support agri-food scale-up
- Up to $5M in 0 % repayable loans. Co-funding covering up to 50 % of eligible costs for commercial demonstration, automation machinery and novel technology adoption in agri-food.
- Non-dilutive agricultural grants. Cost-share funding under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership for food safety compliance, equipment upgrades and export readiness.
- Certifications and traceability. Support for international food safety certifications, halal and kosher validation, organic standards and greenhouse environmental controls.
What to know before applying
Programs generally require an application and approval before costs are incurred. Technology readiness, repayment capacity and the business contribution are assessed. Decisions rest with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and the provincial SCAP administrators.
How we can help
We help establish whether a project fits AgriInnovate or the provincial SCAP streams, organize the budget and the evidence of technology readiness, and coordinate accounting work with partner firms where the file requires it. An assessment explores potential fit; it does not guarantee funding.
Frequently asked questions
What businesses qualify for AgriInnovate funding?
For-profit Canadian incorporated businesses engaged in primary agriculture, food and beverage manufacturing, agricultural equipment robotics or bio-industrial product development.
What technology readiness level is required?
AgriInnovate targets projects at TRL 7, 8 or 9: the core technology must be proven and ready for commercial demonstration, manufacturing scale-up or full market adoption.
What are the repayment terms?
AgriInnovate contributions are 0 % interest loans repayable over a period of up to 10 years following project completion, with structured grace periods during initial commercial production.
Official sources
- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada — AgriInnovate Program — official parameters, eligibility and repayment terms
Canadian Funding Partners Inc. is an independent advisory firm and does not administer this program. Rates, ceilings and eligibility are set by the administering authority and change. Confirm current terms with the official source before relying on them.