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Capital Equipment and Software
Indigenous Agriculture and Relationship Development
Capital Equipment and Software
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Accepting applications until 11:59 PM on November 4, 2025.
Program guidelines have been revised for this intake. Please review carefully to ensure eligibility before applying.
Support access to capital items required in implementing and/or scaling up food system/agriculture projects from production and processing to preservation. Funding may also support the adoption of new technologies into community owned infrastructure, including equipment purchases that support the transformation of raw products into value-added goods, enhance traditional harvesting practices, or bring new products into the market.
Intake Information
- The intake for this program is currently open; applications will be accepted from September 23, 2025, to 11:59PM on November 4, 2025.
- Applications must be received by November 4, 2025 to be considered for funding. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.
Eligible Applicants
The program is open to the following First Nation, Métis, and Inuit Groups:
- Businesses and organizations
- Communities
- Government
- Primary producers
- Other Indigenous-led groups undertaking agricultural initiatives
Eligible Activities
The following activities are eligible for funding:
- Equipment required to establish or scale up primary agriculture activities such as investments in greenhouse infrastructure and technology, controlled growing methods and production practices
- Equipment required to establish or scale up food processing and preservation activities including, establishment or expansion of existing facilities.
- Equipment required to revitalize or expand traditional food systems (excludes fish harvest) such as food harvesting, preservation, and processing
- Subcontracted services for equipment delivery, installation, and demonstration
Project Timeline
- Projects shall start on, or after, April 1, 2026
- Projects must be completed no later than December 31, 2027
Cost Share Funding
50 per cent government and 50 per cent applicant to a maximum contribution of $50,000 per project.
Additional Information and Documents
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Terms and Conditions Program Guide Applicant Information Sheet Application Worksheet Sample Agreement