{ "metadata": { "title": "Expanding Edge Funding Quiz Programs", "built_from": [ "Expanding_Edge_Funding_Resource_2026.json", "GrantsEE decision-tree instructions", "Grants/Grants.xlsx (select high-value programs)" ], "program_count": 62, "matching": "weighted 0-100 with conditional question branches" }, "programs": [ { "id": "efp_prerequisite", "name": "Environmental Farm Plan (EFP)", "program": "Environmental Farm Plan (EFP)", "jurisdiction": "AB / BC / SK — prerequisite", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "planning" ], "projectTypes": [ "planning", "efp" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner", "greenhouse", "forest" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant" ], "maxFunding": 0, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / prerequisite", "funding": "Free confidential risk assessment of land and practices.", "eligibility": "Available to agricultural producers in AB, BC, and SK. Many cost-share programs require a current EFP.", "notes": "Usually the first step before producer cost-share applications.", "source": null, "fit": "Essential first step", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner", "greenhouse", "forest" ], "tags": [ "planning", "efp" ], "cost_share": "Free confidential risk assessment of land and practices.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "ab_ralp", "name": "Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)", "program": "Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "land", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "grazing", "land_restore", "riparian", "water_supply" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "indigenous", "municipality" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 150000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / current 2026 program", "funding": "Up to $150,000 for active primary producers; up to $300,000 for eligible grazing/community-pasture/approved Indigenous applicants; minimum payment $2,000. BMP-specific cost shares vary.", "eligibility": "Applicant type and Environmental Farm Plan requirements apply; specific BMPs have their own eligibility rules.", "notes": "Use the current Alberta RALP funding list for the exact BMP, rate, cap and requirements. Do not describe generic swales, food forests or fencing as automatically eligible.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/resilient-agricultural-landscape-program", "fit": "High", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "indigenous", "municipality" ], "tags": [ "grazing", "land_restore", "riparian", "water_supply" ], "cost_share": "Up to $150,000 for active primary producers; up to $300,000 for eligible grazing/community-pasture/approved Indigenous applicants; minimum p", "maximum": "$150,000" }, { "id": "ab_water", "name": "Water Program — On-Farm Irrigation and On-Farm Water Supply", "program": "Water Program — On-Farm Irrigation and On-Farm Water Supply", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "irrigation", "planning", "water_supply" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 17500, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / limited funding", "funding": "Irrigation: 50% of eligible costs, up to $17,500 per parcel for purchases and up to $6,000 per parcel for upgrades, with a $35,000 applicant/fiscal-year maximum. On-Farm Water Supply: standard incentives up to 50%; $40,000 applicant maximum over Apr. 1, 2023–Mar. 31, 2028 if project-specific maximums are reached.", "eligibility": "Irrigation stream: Alberta primary producer, at least $25,000 annual farm commodity production, owns an irrigated agricultural operation. Water Supply stream: primary producer with at least $25,000 annual farm commodity production and tax liability/eligible farm income conditions.", "notes": "Dugouts, dams and spring developments require contact with an Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation Water Specialist and an approved Construction Sheet before planning/construction. Some projects require water-licence documentation.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/water-program", "fit": "Very high", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "irrigation", "planning", "water_supply" ], "cost_share": "Irrigation: 50% of eligible costs, up to $17,500 per parcel for purchases and up to $6,000 per parcel for upgrades, with a $35,000 applicant", "maximum": "$17,500" }, { "id": "ab_value_added", "name": "On-Farm Value-Added Program", "program": "On-Farm Value-Added Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "market", "processing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 50000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open until funding is allocated", "funding": "Stream A: maximum $50,000. Stream B: grant over $50,000 to maximum $250,000. Capital expenses: 25% grant / 75% applicant. Eligible non-capital expenses: 50% grant / 50% applicant, within a $50,000 non-capital maximum.", "eligibility": "Alberta primary producer; individual, corporation, partnership or cooperative; responsible for crop/bee/livestock input costs; at least $25,000 commercial agricultural production annually; adding value past harvest/slaughter.", "notes": "Useful when Expanding Edge's land/water/energy design is part of a broader value-added production project, but do not assume every site or infrastructure cost is eligible.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/on-farm-value-added-program", "fit": "High for agricultural production/processing", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "market", "processing" ], "cost_share": "Stream A: maximum $50,000. Stream B: grant over $50,000 to maximum $250,000. Capital expenses: 25% grant / 75% applicant. Eligible non-capit", "maximum": "$50,000" }, { "id": "ab_emerging", "name": "Emerging Opportunities Program", "program": "Emerging Opportunities Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "business", "energy" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy", "market", "processing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "processor" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 1000000, "status": "maybe", "status_label": "Open / invitation-oriented", "funding": "Maximum $1,000,000 per fiscal year and $2,000,000 per project. Capital: 25% government / 75% applicant. Non-capital: 50% government / 50% applicant.", "eligibility": "Registered and operating in Alberta (or able to establish operation by Mar. 31, 2028); processor projects generally require at least $2 million total project investment. Project must fit strategic objectives and is discussed with program staff before invitation.", "notes": "Not a general farm grant. Strongest for significant processor or bio-industrial projects.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/emerging-opportunities-program", "fit": "High for large agricultural/bioprocessing clients", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "processor" ], "tags": [ "energy", "market", "processing" ], "cost_share": "Maximum $1,000,000 per fiscal year and $2,000,000 per project. Capital: 25% government / 75% applicant. Non-capital: 50% government / 50% ap", "maximum": "$1,000,000" }, { "id": "ab_greenhouses", "name": "Growing Greenhouses Program", "program": "Growing Greenhouses Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "energy" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy", "greenhouse" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "greenhouse" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 4, "status": "closed", "status_label": "Closed to applications; monitor", "funding": "50% grant / 50% applicant; maximum $4 million per applicant over 2025–2028 and $2 million per fiscal year.", "eligibility": "Own/operate or intend to own/operate an Alberta greenhouse or vertical farm; year-round food production; at least 50% of growing area dedicated to food; new projects at least $2 million total investment; existing operations must increase annual food production by at least 10%.", "notes": "Eligible technology categories include renewable/efficient energy, lighting, energy-saving construction, automation/robotics, engineering/installation and training.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/growing-greenhouses-program", "fit": "Very high when intake reopens", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "greenhouse" ], "tags": [ "energy", "greenhouse" ], "cost_share": "50% grant / 50% applicant; maximum $4 million per applicant over 2025–2028 and $2 million per fiscal year.", "maximum": "$4" }, { "id": "ab_conservation", "name": "Private Land Conservation Program", "program": "Private Land Conservation Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "conservation", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "conservation", "planning", "riparian", "wetland" ], "organizationTypes": [ "conservation", "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "closed", "status_label": "Closed; 2026–27 intake to be monitored", "funding": "Program grants to eligible organizations for term conservation easements and stewardship of conservation land. Fee-simple land acquisition itself is not funded.", "eligibility": "Eligible Alberta land trusts apply; private landowners are encouraged to work with a local land trust.", "notes": "The 2026 application requires mapping/aerial imagery delineating forest, shrub, native grassland, riparian/wetland, pasture, cultivation and development pockets—strongly aligned with GIS/landscape assessment services.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/private-land-conservation-program", "fit": "High through conservation-organization partnerships", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "conservation", "landowner" ], "tags": [ "conservation", "planning", "riparian", "wetland" ], "cost_share": "Program grants to eligible organizations for term conservation easements and stewardship of conservation land. Fee-simple land acquisition i", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "ab_ecosystem_services", "name": "Ecosystem Services Grant Program", "program": "Ecosystem Services Grant Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "conservation", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "conservation", "planning", "riparian", "wetland" ], "organizationTypes": [ "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "closed", "status_label": "Closed; pilot / monitor next intake", "funding": "Supports ecosystem-services programs; retention payments and improvement payments are program mechanisms. Exact client-level payment depends on the ecosystem-services program.", "eligibility": "Program-level applicants rather than a generic direct grant to every landowner.", "notes": "Potential model: conservation organization/program operator + Expanding Edge + private landowners.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/ecosystem-services-grant-program", "fit": "High for partnership model", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "landowner" ], "tags": [ "conservation", "planning", "riparian", "wetland" ], "cost_share": "Supports ecosystem-services programs; retention payments and improvement payments are program mechanisms. Exact client-level payment depends", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "ab_friaa", "name": "FRIAA forestry programs", "program": "FRIAA forestry programs", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "forestry" ], "projectTypes": [ "forestry" ], "organizationTypes": [ "forest", "indigenous", "municipality" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Multiple current/ongoing streams; call-specific", "funding": "Varies by FRIAA program and call.", "eligibility": "Call-specific. Current 2026 FireSmart RFEOIs/RFPs include vegetation management and other FireSmart disciplines.", "notes": "Current FireSmart 2026 submissions were due Sept. 4, 2026 for the cited calls. Community Fireguard program has specific proponent classes and current focus on planning/construction pathways.", "source": "https://friaa.ab.ca/current-funding-opportunities/", "fit": "High for forestry/wildfire/community work", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "forest", "indigenous", "municipality" ], "tags": [ "forestry" ], "cost_share": "Varies by FRIAA program and call.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "sk_friw", "name": "Farm and Ranch Water Infrastructure Program (FRWIP)", "program": "Farm and Ranch Water Infrastructure Program (FRWIP)", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "energy", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy", "water_supply" ], "organizationTypes": [ "municipality" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 75000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / current through Sustainable CAP", "funding": "Dugout/pipeline/new-well projects: 50% of eligible costs, combined maximum $75,000 per applicant over Sustainable CAP. Small dams: 50% up to $75,000. Community water-development projects can receive 50% up to $150,000. Eligible power infrastructure, including remote solar/wind/composite livestock watering systems, has a $20,000 applicant maximum.", "eligibility": "Primary producers generally must demonstrate at least $50,000 gross farm income in Saskatchewan in the application year or preceding year. Water must have agricultural use. Other applicant classes apply to specific streams.", "notes": "Projects must be constructed and operational before rebate payment. Water for yard/shop/household use does not qualify.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers/sustainable-canadian-agricultural-partnership/programs-for-farmers-and-ranchers/farm-and-ranch-water-infrastructure-program", "fit": "Very high", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "municipality" ], "tags": [ "energy", "water_supply" ], "cost_share": "Dugout/pipeline/new-well projects: 50% of eligible costs, combined maximum $75,000 per applicant over Sustainable CAP. Small dams: 50% up to", "maximum": "$75,000" }, { "id": "sk_ralp", "name": "Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP)", "program": "Resilient Agricultural Landscapes Program (RALP)", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "land", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "grazing", "land_restore", "planning", "water_supply" ], "organizationTypes": [ "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 30000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / current through 2027–28 deadlines", "funding": "Tame forage 50% up to $30,000 (up to $60,000 with qualifying five-year agreement); native forage 90% up to $30,000; targeted grazing 50% up to $50,000; native/riparian grazing management 60% up to $20,000; rangeland health assessment 50% up to $10,000; intensive livestock management 30–70% up to $200,000; extensive wintering site 60% up to $50,000; livestock water protection 90% up to $20,000; sulphate-water treatment 50% technology / 75% wastewater storage, up to $20,000.", "eligibility": "Producer and BMP-specific requirements apply. Separate applications may be required for each BMP.", "notes": "Current pre-approval deadlines are BMP-specific; rebate applications are due by Feb. 1, 2028. Use current BMP details before promising eligibility.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers/sustainable-canadian-agricultural-partnership/programs-for-farmers-and-ranchers/resilient-agricultural-landscapes-program", "fit": "Very high", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "landowner" ], "tags": [ "grazing", "land_restore", "planning", "water_supply" ], "cost_share": "Tame forage 50% up to $30,000 (up to $60,000 with qualifying five-year agreement); native forage 90% up to $30,000; targeted grazing 50% up ", "maximum": "$30,000" }, { "id": "sk_awmf", "name": "Agricultural Water Management Fund", "program": "Agricultural Water Management Fund", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "drainage", "planning", "riparian", "wetland" ], "organizationTypes": [ "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 25000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current 2026–27 intake / stream-specific deadlines", "funding": "50% government / 50% applicant for Qualified Person, Technical Design, and Mitigation/Rehabilitation streams; mediation 100%. Maximums: $25,000 for Qualified Persons + mediation combined; $50,000 Technical Design; $50,000 Mitigation/Rehabilitation; $95,000 overall.", "eligibility": "Stream and project-specific. Complex projects require WSA-approved network boundaries, appropriate Qualified Persons, and/or approvals under the Water Security Act and Regulations.", "notes": "Do not market as a generic 'swale grant.' Position as agricultural water/drainage management; exact eligibility depends on WSA requirements and approved drainage context.", "source": "https://wsask.ca/ag-water-management/funding-and-resources-for-producers/ag-water-management-v1-l2/", "fit": "Very high for water-management planning/design", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "landowner" ], "tags": [ "drainage", "planning", "riparian", "wetland" ], "cost_share": "50% government / 50% applicant for Qualified Person, Technical Design, and Mitigation/Rehabilitation streams; mediation 100%. Maximums: $25,", "maximum": "$25,000" }, { "id": "sk_slim", "name": "Saskatchewan Lean Improvements in Manufacturing (SLIM)", "program": "Saskatchewan Lean Improvements in Manufacturing (SLIM)", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "business", "energy" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy", "processing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 20000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open; pre-approval deadline Apr. 30, 2027", "funding": "Third-party business analysis: 50% up to $20,000. Efficiency stream: 50%. Emissions Reduction: 60%. Expansion: 50%. Tiered maximums up to $300,000, $500,000 or $750,000 depending on project size.", "eligibility": "Saskatchewan agri-business applicants and project-specific requirements apply. Program targets productivity, GHG reductions and capacity expansion.", "notes": "Wastewater treatment for production wastewater for disposal is explicitly ineligible under SLIM. Solar grid connection/net-metering connection costs are also excluded.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers/sustainable-canadian-agricultural-partnership/programs-for-agri-businesses-or-industry-organizations/saskatchewan-lean-improvements-in-manufacturing", "fit": "Very high for agricultural industrial clients", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor" ], "tags": [ "energy", "processing" ], "cost_share": "Third-party business analysis: 50% up to $20,000. Efficiency stream: 50%. Emissions Reduction: 60%. Expansion: 50%. Tiered maximums up to $3", "maximum": "$20,000" }, { "id": "sk_biosecurity", "name": "Animal Health and Biosecurity Program", "program": "Animal Health and Biosecurity Program", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "planning" ], "organizationTypes": [ "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current; species-specific streams", "funding": "Species-specific rebate rates and program maximums.", "eligibility": "Species-specific producer requirements and eligible-item lists.", "notes": "Use for agricultural/biosecurity fencing—not generic property security fencing. Current examples include deadstock-site fencing and fencing preventing livestock access to stored feed/standing water.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers/sustainable-canadian-agricultural-partnership/programs-for-farmers-and-ranchers/animal-health-and-biosecurity-program", "fit": "Moderate to high for targeted fencing/security", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "landowner" ], "tags": [ "planning" ], "cost_share": "Species-specific rebate rates and program maximums.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "sk_product_dev", "name": "Product Development Program", "program": "Product Development Program", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "market" ], "organizationTypes": [ "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 20000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program", "funding": "Up to $20,000 cost-shared funding.", "eligibility": "Value-added agri-food processing companies; delivered through the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre.", "notes": "Not a core land/water service. Include as a related funding result for clients pursuing value-added products.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers/sustainable-canadian-agricultural-partnership/programs-for-agri-businesses-or-industry-organizations/product-development", "fit": "Adjacent", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "landowner" ], "tags": [ "market" ], "cost_share": "Up to $20,000 cost-shared funding.", "maximum": "$20,000" }, { "id": "sk_agtech", "name": "Agtech Growth Fund", "program": "Agtech Growth Fund", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "planning" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 450000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current innovation program; intake-specific", "funding": "Lead proponents can receive up to $450,000 in AGF grants over their lifetime.", "eligibility": "Projects should be proposed by a group of active private-sector partners representing a value chain; technology should be novel/innovative, address an industry challenge, benefit agriculture broadly, and have a commercialization path.", "notes": "Better suited to an Expanding Edge technology venture or consortium than ordinary client consulting.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers/value-added-processing-in-saskatchewan-agriculture/programming-for-value-added-businesses/agtech-growth-fund", "fit": "High if Expanding Edge develops a technology/product platform", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business" ], "tags": [ "planning" ], "cost_share": "Lead proponents can receive up to $450,000 in AGF grants over their lifetime.", "maximum": "$450,000" }, { "id": "bc_bmp", "name": "Beneficial Management Practices (BMP) Program", "program": "Beneficial Management Practices (BMP) Program", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "conservation", "energy", "land", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "conservation", "energy", "grazing", "irrigation", "riparian" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 70000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current 2026/27; highly competitive and category-specific", "funding": "Category-specific. Examples include 100% for some plans; 60% for Riparian & Grazing projects up to $70,000; 40% for Extreme Weather Preparedness up to $50,000; planning/design activities commonly 80–100% with activity-specific caps.", "eligibility": "Program and activity-specific. Regular BMP categories generally require a valid Environmental Farm Plan; Extreme Weather Preparedness does not require an EFP. Livestock/poultry applicants may need a Premises ID.", "notes": "Retroactive costs are not eligible. Applications can close quickly when funding is subscribed.", "source": "https://iafbc.ca/beneficial-management-practices-program/", "fit": "Very high", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "conservation", "energy", "grazing", "irrigation", "riparian" ], "cost_share": "Category-specific. Examples include 100% for some plans; 60% for Riparian & Grazing projects up to $70,000; 40% for Extreme Weather Prepared", "maximum": "$70,000" }, { "id": "bc_bmp_plans", "name": "BMP — Planning, Technical Assessments, or Engineered Designs", "program": "BMP — Planning, Technical Assessments, or Engineered Designs", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "conservation", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "conservation", "drainage", "irrigation", "planning", "riparian" ], "organizationTypes": [ "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 4500, "status": "open", "status_label": "2026/27 category; 2026 submission window cited in current guide", "funding": "Water management plan: 100% up to $4,500. Irrigation system assessment/design: 100% up to $3,000. Biodiversity management planning: 100% up to $3,000. Product/waste management engineering: 80% up to $10,000. Water/riparian engineering or technical assessment: 80% up to $20,000. Other complex planning/design categories have their own caps.", "eligibility": "Qualified-professional/contractor requirements apply. Some reserved practices require appropriate BCIA, EGBC, CAB or other recognized credentials; irrigation design requires a CID registered with IIABC.", "notes": "Expanding Edge should distinguish its own services from work that legally or programmatically requires a registered professional. Partnering with qualified professionals can be part of the delivery model.", "source": "https://iafbc.ca/beneficial-management-practices-program/planning-technical-assessments-or-engineered-designs-bmps/", "fit": "Extremely high for Expanding Edge planning/design model", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "landowner" ], "tags": [ "conservation", "drainage", "irrigation", "planning", "riparian" ], "cost_share": "Water management plan: 100% up to $4,500. Irrigation system assessment/design: 100% up to $3,000. Biodiversity management planning: 100% up ", "maximum": "$4,500" }, { "id": "bc_riparian", "name": "BMP — Riparian & Grazing", "program": "BMP — Riparian & Grazing", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "land", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "drainage", "grazing", "land_restore", "riparian", "water_supply", "wetland" ], "organizationTypes": [ "landowner" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 70000, "status": "closed", "status_label": "2026/27 category; cited intake closed after Apr. 17, 2026; monitor next intake", "funding": "60% cost-share, up to $70,000 for the category; individual activity codes have specific requirements.", "eligibility": "Producer and activity-specific. Some activities require a prior plan/design. EFP documentation generally required except for Extreme Weather category.", "notes": "The program explicitly includes fencing, alternative watering, and stormwater/runoff management around confined livestock facilities, including retention ponds and constructed wetlands.", "source": "https://iafbc.ca/beneficial-management-practices-program/riparian-grazing-bmps/", "fit": "Extremely high", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "landowner" ], "tags": [ "drainage", "grazing", "land_restore", "riparian", "water_supply", "wetland" ], "cost_share": "60% cost-share, up to $70,000 for the category; individual activity codes have specific requirements.", "maximum": "$70,000" }, { "id": "bc_awp", "name": "Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program (AWP)", "program": "Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program (AWP)", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "irrigation", "planning", "water_supply" ], "organizationTypes": [ "municipality" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 1, "status": "closed", "status_label": "Closed / legacy program; monitor successor opportunities", "funding": "Previous program structure included 50% cost-share and separate producer/community/assessment/strategic streams, with cited maxima up to $1M producer, $2M community, $200,000 assessments and $2M strategic.", "eligibility": "Program-specific. Current IAF page directs users seeking on-farm water infrastructure funding toward BMP Water Infrastructure.", "notes": "Do not advertise the old AWP rates as currently available. Treat as closed/monitor and use current BMP Water Infrastructure for active opportunities.", "source": "https://iafbc.ca/agricultural-water-infrastructure-program/", "fit": "High as a historical/monitoring entry", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "municipality" ], "tags": [ "irrigation", "planning", "water_supply" ], "cost_share": "Previous program structure included 50% cost-share and separate producer/community/assessment/strategic streams, with cited maxima up to $1M", "maximum": "$1" }, { "id": "bc_aesi", "name": "Agri-Ecosystem Stewardship Initiative (AESI)", "program": "Agri-Ecosystem Stewardship Initiative (AESI)", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "conservation", "forestry", "water" ], "projectTypes": [ "conservation", "forestry", "riparian" ], "organizationTypes": [ "conservation", "farm" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current ecosystem-stewardship initiative; project/intake-specific", "funding": "Project-specific; operates partly as a payment-for-ecosystem-services model.", "eligibility": "Project and delivery-model specific.", "notes": "Potential model: landowner + conservation/ecosystem-services organization + Expanding Edge.", "source": "https://iafbc.ca/category/current-programs/agri-ecosystem-stewardship-initiative/", "fit": "High for conservation partnerships", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "conservation", "farm" ], "tags": [ "conservation", "forestry", "riparian" ], "cost_share": "Project-specific; operates partly as a payment-for-ecosystem-services model.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "bc_processor", "name": "Processor Productivity Program", "program": "Processor Productivity Program", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "energy" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy" ], "organizationTypes": [ "processor" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program; intake-specific", "funding": "Cost-shared productivity/Lean improvements; exact current contribution depends on program terms and intake.", "eligibility": "BC food and beverage processors meeting program criteria.", "notes": "Use as a secondary pathway for processing clients rather than a generic environmental grant.", "source": "https://iafbc.ca/", "fit": "Moderate to high for agricultural processing clients", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "processor" ], "tags": [ "energy" ], "cost_share": "Cost-shared productivity/Lean improvements; exact current contribution depends on program terms and intake.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "bc_lwti", "name": "Livestock Waste Tissue Initiative", "program": "Livestock Waste Tissue Initiative", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "waste" ], "projectTypes": [ "waste" ], "organizationTypes": [ "processor" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Specialized program; current availability should be verified before advertising", "funding": "Program/intake-specific; historical funding supported infrastructure, transportation and equipment for legal animal-tissue disposal.", "eligibility": "BC abattoirs/meat processors under program-specific criteria.", "notes": "Strong example of an agricultural waste/remediation niche, but current intake and funding terms must be confirmed before promising availability.", "source": "https://iafbc.ca/iaf-helps-livestock-sector-tackle-disposal-challenges/", "fit": "Specialized / potentially high", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "processor" ], "tags": [ "waste" ], "cost_share": "Program/intake-specific; historical funding supported infrastructure, transportation and equipment for legal animal-tissue disposal.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "federal_agrimarketing", "name": "AgriMarketing Program — Market Diversification for SMEs", "program": "AgriMarketing Program — Market Diversification for SMEs", "jurisdiction": "Federal / Canada", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "market", "processing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 75, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current 2026–31 program", "funding": "New Market Diversification streams have $75 million over 2026–27 to 2030–31. The program is project-based; current SME terms should be checked for contribution rate and maximum for the specific application.", "eligibility": "Eligible Canadian agricultural/agri-food SMEs. All sectors eligible; sectors directly impacted by tariffs/trade disruptions in the prior 12 months and applicants targeting new markets are priorities. Applicant must demonstrate how activities support long-term growth/reduce trade uncertainty and diversify markets/address tariffs.", "notes": "Good for clients whose Expanding Edge project is tied to market diversification or business expansion. Do not conflate it with physical farm infrastructure funding.", "source": "https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/agrimarketing-market-diversification-small-medium-enterprises", "fit": "High for processors/value-added producers; not a land-improvement grant", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business" ], "tags": [ "market", "processing" ], "cost_share": "New Market Diversification streams have $75 million over 2026–27 to 2030–31. The program is project-based; current SME terms should be check", "maximum": "$75" }, { "id": "federal_smpif", "name": "Supply Management Processing Investment Fund (SMPIF)", "program": "Supply Management Processing Investment Fund (SMPIF)", "jurisdiction": "Federal / Canada", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "business", "energy", "waste" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy", "processing", "waste" ], "organizationTypes": [ "processor" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 397, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current through Mar. 31, 2028, subject to remaining funds", "funding": "Program budget $397.5 million (Apr. 1, 2022–Mar. 31, 2028). Current guide provides project-specific cost-sharing; SME projects can receive substantial contribution support, with exact rate/cap depending on applicant/project category. Dairy facilities have additional eligible construction costs for expansion/modernization.", "eligibility": "For-profit Canadian processors buying domestic raw commodities, predominantly processing supply-managed commodities at project site, active federal/provincial processing licence, at least 24 months of processing financial statements, registered legal entity.", "notes": "Eligible projects can include equipment reducing water/energy consumption and equipment required to treat wastewater resulting from increased production. Land/building purchase and R&D are ineligible. Costs before complete application are at applicant risk.", "source": "https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/supply-management-processing-investment-fund/applicant-guide", "fit": "Very high for water/waste/efficiency work at qualifying processors", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "processor" ], "tags": [ "energy", "processing", "waste" ], "cost_share": "Program budget $397.5 million (Apr. 1, 2022–Mar. 31, 2028). Current guide provides project-specific cost-sharing; SME projects can receive s", "maximum": "$397" }, { "id": "federal_rtri_prairies", "name": "Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — PrairiesCan", "program": "Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) — PrairiesCan", "jurisdiction": "Federal / Prairies", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "market" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "indigenous" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 1, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open until Dec. 31, 2027 or funds exhausted", "funding": "National RTRI has $1.5 billion available after the May 2026 expansion. Prairie project-specific contribution terms apply; market-diversification-only projects and larger structuring investment projects have different contribution structures.", "eligibility": "Prairie applicants must generally show at least 25% of sales in impacted markets or demonstrate direct impact from ongoing trade disruptions, including U.S./China tariffs or Canadian countermeasures. Preference may be given to majority Canadian-owned businesses, higher Canadian inputs, stronger leverage and severe tariff impacts.", "notes": "The Prairie page specifically says primary agricultural producers should look to AAFC/FCC for targeted programming, while PrairiesCan supports SMEs providing processing and value-added agricultural products. Projects can last up to 3 years and must finish by Mar. 31, 2028.", "source": "https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/services/funding/regional-tariff-response-initiative.html", "fit": "Very high for tariff-affected agricultural processors/value-added businesses", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "indigenous" ], "tags": [ "market" ], "cost_share": "National RTRI has $1.5 billion available after the May 2026 expansion. Prairie project-specific contribution terms apply; market-diversifica", "maximum": "$1" }, { "id": "federal_act", "name": "Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) Program", "program": "Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) Program", "jurisdiction": "Federal / Canada", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "energy" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 50, "status": "closed", "status_label": "Adoption Stream closed; Research & Innovation stream closed to direct intake but Accelerator pathways exist", "funding": "ACT program is a multi-year federal program. Current direct Adoption Stream intake is closed and its projects had to complete by Mar. 31, 2026. Research & Innovation stream has $50M over seven years to Mar. 31, 2028, but direct intake is closed; an Accelerator model can provide access through initial recipient organizations.", "eligibility": "Stream-specific.", "notes": "Do not present the old 50%/75% adoption rates as currently open. For a web resource, retain this as a closed program with possible Accelerator/partner pathways.", "source": "https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/agricultural-clean-technology-research-innovation", "fit": "Monitor / partner opportunity", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor" ], "tags": [ "energy" ], "cost_share": "ACT program is a multi-year federal program. Current direct Adoption Stream intake is closed and its projects had to complete by Mar. 31, 20", "maximum": "$50" }, { "id": "federal_ofcaf", "name": "Agricultural Climate Solutions — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)", "program": "Agricultural Climate Solutions — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)", "jurisdiction": "Federal / Canada", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "land" ], "projectTypes": [ "grazing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "indigenous" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program framework through Mar. 31, 2028; delivery is through funded organizations", "funding": "Program-level funding is distributed through delivery organizations; producer-level cost-share varies by delivery organization and practice.", "eligibility": "Producer eligibility and application route are delivery-organization specific.", "notes": "Do not use a blanket 'up to 85%' claim across Canada without identifying the current provincial delivery organization and practice.", "source": "https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/environment/funding-and-resources-agricultural-climate-and-environmental-action", "fit": "High for regenerative agriculture/grazing clients", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "indigenous" ], "tags": [ "grazing" ], "cost_share": "Program-level funding is distributed through delivery organizations; producer-level cost-share varies by delivery organization and practice.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "federal_agrimarketing_national", "name": "AgriMarketing — Market Diversification for National Industry Associations", "program": "AgriMarketing — Market Diversification for National Industry Associations", "jurisdiction": "Federal / Canada", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "market" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial", "industrial", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 75, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current 2026–31 stream", "funding": "Part of the $75 million five-year Market Diversification investment with the SME stream; project-specific contribution terms.", "eligibility": "National industry associations meeting program criteria; activities must support long-term sector growth/reduce trade uncertainty and diversify into high-growth/non-traditional markets/address tariffs.", "notes": "Potential Expanding Edge partner opportunity for producer associations rather than ordinary individual clients.", "source": "https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/agrimarketing-market-diversification-national-industry-associations/eligibility", "fit": "Indirect / partnership", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business" ], "tags": [ "market" ], "cost_share": "Part of the $75 million five-year Market Diversification investment with the SME stream; project-specific contribution terms.", "maximum": "$75" }, { "id": "bc_awip_stream2", "name": "Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2", "program": "Agriculture Water Infrastructure Program – Stream 2", "jurisdiction": "British Columbia", "provinces": [ "BC" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture", "infrastructure" ], "projectTypes": [ "water_infra", "water_supply", "irrigation", "pond", "pipeline" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "processor", "business" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "farm", "commercial", "multiple", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 2000000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current / stream-specific", "funding": "Agricultural water infrastructure; maximum listed funding up to $2,000,000.", "eligibility": "British Columbia agricultural water infrastructure projects. Confirm Stream 2 criteria with the program administrator.", "notes": "Best for larger agricultural water infrastructure projects in BC.", "source": "https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/industry/agriculture-seafood/programs", "fit": "Very high for BC ag water", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "processor", "business" ], "tags": [ "water_infra", "water_supply", "irrigation", "pond", "pipeline" ], "cost_share": "Agricultural water infrastructure; maximum listed funding up to $2,000,000.", "maximum": "$2,000,000" }, { "id": "sk_frwip_small_dams", "name": "FRWIP — Small Dams", "program": "FRWIP — Small Dams", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture", "infrastructure" ], "projectTypes": [ "pond", "dugout", "small_dam", "water_storage", "water_supply" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property" ], "fundingTypes": [ "rebate", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 75000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / current through Sustainable CAP", "funding": "Rebates for agricultural small dams / water storage; maximum listed funding up to $75,000.", "eligibility": "Saskatchewan agricultural producers developing eligible small dams / water storage. Confirm height and design limits with the program.", "notes": "Strong match for pond, dugout, or small dam water-storage projects in Saskatchewan.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers", "fit": "Very high for SK pond/dam", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "tags": [ "pond", "dugout", "small_dam", "water_storage", "water_supply" ], "cost_share": "Rebates for agricultural small dams / water storage; maximum listed funding up to $75,000.", "maximum": "$75,000" }, { "id": "sk_frwip_well_decom", "name": "FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval", "program": "FRWIP — Well Decommissioning and Special Projects Pre-Approval", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "well_decom", "water_supply", "special_water" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property" ], "fundingTypes": [ "rebate", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 150000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / pre-approval pathway", "funding": "Agricultural water projects including well decommissioning and special projects; maximum listed funding up to $150,000.", "eligibility": "Saskatchewan agricultural water projects; well decommissioning and special projects may require pre-approval.", "notes": "Rank highly when the user specifically wants to decommission or remediate a well.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers", "fit": "Very high for SK well decommissioning", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "tags": [ "well_decom", "water_supply", "special_water" ], "cost_share": "Agricultural water projects including well decommissioning and special projects; maximum listed funding up to $150,000.", "maximum": "$150,000" }, { "id": "sk_irrigation_efficiency", "name": "Irrigation Program — Irrigation Efficiency Program", "program": "Irrigation Program — Irrigation Efficiency Program", "jurisdiction": "Saskatchewan", "provinces": [ "SK" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "irrigation", "water_efficiency" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "operating", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "commercial" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 50000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program", "funding": "Efficient irrigation-system upgrades; maximum listed funding up to $50,000.", "eligibility": "Saskatchewan agricultural producers upgrading irrigation efficiency. Confirm eligible equipment with the program.", "notes": "Use for irrigation efficiency — not general dugouts.", "source": "https://www.saskatchewan.ca/business/agriculture-natural-resources-and-industry/agribusiness-farmers-and-ranchers", "fit": "High for SK irrigation upgrades", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "irrigation", "water_efficiency" ], "cost_share": "Efficient irrigation-system upgrades; maximum listed funding up to $50,000.", "maximum": "$50,000" }, { "id": "ab_water_irrigation_stream", "name": "Water Program — On-farm Irrigation Stream", "program": "Water Program — On-farm Irrigation Stream", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "irrigation", "water_efficiency" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "operating", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 35000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / limited funding", "funding": "Agricultural irrigation purchases/upgrades; maximum listed funding up to $35,000 per applicant/fiscal year context.", "eligibility": "Alberta primary producers with irrigated agricultural operations; production thresholds typically apply.", "notes": "Pair with efficiency interest for Alberta irrigation clients.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/water-program", "fit": "Very high for AB irrigation", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "irrigation", "water_efficiency" ], "cost_share": "Agricultural irrigation purchases/upgrades; maximum listed funding up to $35,000 per applicant/fiscal year context.", "maximum": "$35,000" }, { "id": "ab_water_supply_stream", "name": "Water Program — On-farm Water Supply", "program": "Water Program — On-farm Water Supply", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "water_supply", "pond", "dugout", "pipeline", "well", "livestock_water", "cistern" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 40000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open / limited funding", "funding": "On-farm water supply incentives (wells, dugouts, springs, pipelines, livestock watering, cisterns); program maximums apply.", "eligibility": "Alberta primary producers meeting program production/tax conditions. Some works require specialist contact before construction.", "notes": "Core Alberta water-supply pathway for producers.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/water-program", "fit": "Very high for AB water supply", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "water_supply", "pond", "dugout", "pipeline", "well", "livestock_water", "cistern" ], "cost_share": "On-farm water supply incentives (wells, dugouts, springs, pipelines, livestock watering, cisterns); program maximums apply.", "maximum": "$40,000" }, { "id": "ab_on_farm_efficiency", "name": "On-Farm Efficiency Program", "program": "On-Farm Efficiency Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "energy", "efficiency" ], "projectTypes": [ "efficiency", "energy", "smart_farm", "water_efficiency", "irrigation" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "operating", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 150000, "status": "maybe", "status_label": "Opening / monitor intake", "funding": "Efficient farm technology adoption; maximum listed funding up to $150,000.", "eligibility": "Alberta agricultural producers adopting efficient technologies with environmental benefits. Confirm open intake windows.", "notes": "Good secondary match when user wants water-use or energy efficiency on farm.", "source": "https://www.alberta.ca/on-farm-efficiency-program", "fit": "High for AB efficiency tech", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "efficiency", "energy", "smart_farm", "water_efficiency", "irrigation" ], "cost_share": "Efficient farm technology adoption; maximum listed funding up to $150,000.", "maximum": "$150,000" }, { "id": "farm_water_resilience", "name": "Farm Water Resilience", "program": "Farm Water Resilience", "jurisdiction": "Prairie / Western Canada (confirm province stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture", "infrastructure" ], "projectTypes": [ "water_supply", "water_storage", "pond", "dugout", "pipeline", "irrigation", "water_efficiency", "drainage", "livestock_water", "cistern", "well" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "multiple", "small_business" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 150000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Farm water resilience projects typically in the $50,000–$150,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps with the administrator).", "eligibility": "Agricultural producers improving drought resilience, storage, distribution, and secure water access. Exact program name, intake, and caps vary by province — verify before applying.", "notes": "Surfaces strongly for multi-purpose farm water resilience (storage + supply + efficiency), not only a single dugout or well.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for integrated farm water resilience", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "tags": [ "water_supply", "water_storage", "pond", "dugout", "pipeline", "irrigation", "water_efficiency", "drainage", "livestock_water", "cistern", "well" ], "cost_share": "Farm water resilience projects typically in the $50,000–$150,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps with the administrato", "maximum": "$150,000" }, { "id": "livestock_water_system", "name": "Livestock Water System", "program": "Livestock Water System", "jurisdiction": "Prairie / Western Canada (confirm province stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC" ], "categories": [ "water", "agriculture", "livestock" ], "projectTypes": [ "livestock_water", "water_supply", "pipeline", "pond", "dugout", "well", "cistern", "water_storage", "off_source_watering" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "multiple" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 100000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Livestock watering systems typically in the $25,000–$100,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps with the administrator).", "eligibility": "Livestock / grazing operations developing off-site or improved livestock watering (pipelines, troughs, remote watering, storage). Confirm producer eligibility and EFP requirements where applicable.", "notes": "Rank highly when water goals include livestock watering or grazing operations needing secure stock water.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for livestock watering systems", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "tags": [ "livestock_water", "water_supply", "pipeline", "pond", "dugout", "well", "cistern", "water_storage", "off_source_watering" ], "cost_share": "Livestock watering systems typically in the $25,000–$100,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps with the administrator).", "maximum": "$100,000" }, { "id": "riparian_restoration_pathway", "name": "Riparian Restoration", "program": "Riparian Restoration", "jurisdiction": "Western Canada & national pathways (confirm stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "water", "land", "conservation", "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "riparian", "wetland", "land_restore", "conservation", "drainage" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner", "conservation", "municipality", "indigenous" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "multiple", "community", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 75000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Riparian restoration packages typically in the $20,000–$75,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current program caps).", "eligibility": "Projects restoring or protecting stream, river, lake, or wetland edges — planting, fencing livestock out of waterways, buffers, and related design. Often needs EFP and/or delivery through a stewardship partner.", "notes": "Surfaces for wetland/waterway restoration and riparian land goals.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for riparian / edge-of-water work", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner", "conservation", "municipality", "indigenous" ], "tags": [ "riparian", "wetland", "land_restore", "conservation", "drainage" ], "cost_share": "Riparian restoration packages typically in the $20,000–$75,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current program caps).", "maximum": "$75,000" }, { "id": "regenerative_grazing_system", "name": "Regenerative Grazing System", "program": "Regenerative Grazing System", "jurisdiction": "Prairie / Western Canada & related streams", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "land", "livestock" ], "projectTypes": [ "grazing", "land_restore", "livestock_water", "fence", "forage", "pipeline" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "multiple" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 150000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Regenerative / rotational grazing systems typically in the $30,000–$150,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps).", "eligibility": "Livestock producers implementing rotational or regenerative grazing (fencing, water points, forage, planning). Production thresholds and EFP often apply on provincial streams.", "notes": "Strong match when land goals include grazing improvement or livestock + water together.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for regenerative grazing", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner" ], "tags": [ "grazing", "land_restore", "livestock_water", "fence", "forage", "pipeline" ], "cost_share": "Regenerative / rotational grazing systems typically in the $30,000–$150,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps).", "maximum": "$150,000" }, { "id": "agricultural_solar_water", "name": "Agricultural Solar + Water", "program": "Agricultural Solar + Water", "jurisdiction": "Multi-province (confirm stacking)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "water", "energy", "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "solar", "renewable", "water_supply", "livestock_water", "pipeline", "pond", "irrigation", "energy_efficiency", "water_efficiency" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner", "greenhouse" ], "stages": [ "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "small_business", "commercial" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate", "financing" ], "maxFunding": 250000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Integrated solar-powered water systems typically in the $50,000–$250,000 range (listed planning envelope; stack grants + financing where available).", "eligibility": "Farms combining renewable electricity with pumping, livestock watering, irrigation, or storage. Confirm micro-generation, efficiency, and water-program stacking rules.", "notes": "Ranks when both water and energy/solar interests are present.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for solar-powered farm water", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner", "greenhouse" ], "tags": [ "solar", "renewable", "water_supply", "livestock_water", "pipeline", "pond", "irrigation", "energy_efficiency", "water_efficiency" ], "cost_share": "Integrated solar-powered water systems typically in the $50,000–$250,000 range (listed planning envelope; stack grants + financing where ava", "maximum": "$250,000" }, { "id": "farm_wastewater_system", "name": "Farm Wastewater System", "program": "Farm Wastewater System", "jurisdiction": "Multi-province (confirm stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "waste", "water", "agriculture" ], "projectTypes": [ "wastewater", "effluent", "manure", "compost", "organic_waste", "resource_recovery", "water_quality" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "processor", "greenhouse", "business" ], "stages": [ "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "commercial", "facility" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "rebate" ], "maxFunding": 250000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Farm wastewater / effluent / manure-system projects typically in the $50,000–$250,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm caps).", "eligibility": "Agricultural operations treating, reusing, or better managing wastewater, effluent, or manure-related water. Environmental approvals may apply.", "notes": "Surfaces for wastewater/effluent waste goals and water-quality concerns.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for farm wastewater systems", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "processor", "greenhouse", "business" ], "tags": [ "wastewater", "effluent", "manure", "compost", "organic_waste", "resource_recovery", "water_quality" ], "cost_share": "Farm wastewater / effluent / manure-system projects typically in the $50,000–$250,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm caps).", "maximum": "$250,000" }, { "id": "land_restoration_pathway", "name": "Land Restoration", "program": "Land Restoration", "jurisdiction": "Multi-province (confirm stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "land", "agriculture", "conservation" ], "projectTypes": [ "land_restore", "remediation", "erosion", "native", "perennial", "shelterbelt", "grazing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm", "landowner", "conservation", "developer", "indigenous" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "multiple", "regional", "community" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 150000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Land restoration packages typically in the $25,000–$150,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps).", "eligibility": "Restoring degraded, eroded, or underused land; native/perennial establishment; soil and landscape recovery. Partner organizations sometimes hold the grant.", "notes": "Matches land-restore / convert / degraded-land answers.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for land restoration", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm", "landowner", "conservation", "developer", "indigenous" ], "tags": [ "land_restore", "remediation", "erosion", "native", "perennial", "shelterbelt", "grazing" ], "cost_share": "Land restoration packages typically in the $25,000–$150,000 range (listed planning envelope; confirm current caps).", "maximum": "$150,000" }, { "id": "greenhouse_cea_pathway", "name": "Greenhouse / Controlled Agriculture", "program": "Greenhouse / Controlled Agriculture", "jurisdiction": "Multi-province (confirm stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "energy", "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "greenhouse", "cea", "energy", "renewable", "energy_efficiency", "automation", "processing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "greenhouse", "farm", "business", "processor" ], "stages": [ "feasibility", "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility", "small_business", "farm" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "financing", "project_financing" ], "maxFunding": 4000000, "status": "maybe", "status_label": "Planning range — large projects; confirm intake", "funding": "Greenhouse and controlled-environment agriculture projects often in the $100,000–$4,000,000+ range depending on build vs expansion and energy tech.", "eligibility": "New or expanding greenhouses / vertical farms / CEA. Large-build streams may require multi-million total project investment and food-production share rules.", "notes": "Surfaces for greenhouse client type or greenhouse goals; large scale boosts industrial/commercial answers.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for greenhouse / CEA", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "greenhouse", "farm", "business", "processor" ], "tags": [ "greenhouse", "cea", "energy", "renewable", "energy_efficiency", "automation", "processing" ], "cost_share": "Greenhouse and controlled-environment agriculture projects often in the $100,000–$4,000,000+ range depending on build vs expansion and energ", "maximum": "$4,000,000" }, { "id": "ag_processing_efficiency", "name": "Agricultural Processing Efficiency", "program": "Agricultural Processing Efficiency", "jurisdiction": "Multi-province / federal (confirm stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "business", "agriculture", "energy", "waste" ], "projectTypes": [ "processing", "energy_efficiency", "wastewater", "water_efficiency", "ghg", "innovation" ], "organizationTypes": [ "processor", "business", "industrial", "farm" ], "stages": [ "feasibility", "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility", "small_business" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "financing" ], "maxFunding": 1000000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Agricultural processing efficiency upgrades typically in the $100,000–$1,000,000+ range (equipment, water/energy, productivity).", "eligibility": "Processors improving productivity, water, energy, or wastewater performance. Some streams are supply-management or invitation-only.", "notes": "Strong for processor clients with efficiency, wastewater, or expansion goals.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for ag processing efficiency", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "processor", "business", "industrial", "farm" ], "tags": [ "processing", "energy_efficiency", "wastewater", "water_efficiency", "ghg", "innovation" ], "cost_share": "Agricultural processing efficiency upgrades typically in the $100,000–$1,000,000+ range (equipment, water/energy, productivity).", "maximum": "$1,000,000" }, { "id": "rural_industrial_resource_efficiency", "name": "Rural Industrial Resource Efficiency", "program": "Rural Industrial Resource Efficiency", "jurisdiction": "Multi-province / federal (confirm stream)", "provinces": [ "AB", "SK", "BC", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "business", "energy", "waste", "industrial" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy_efficiency", "ghg", "wastewater", "resource_recovery", "innovation", "renewable", "processing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "industrial", "business", "processor" ], "stages": [ "feasibility", "planning", "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "industrial", "commercial", "facility", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share", "financing", "project_financing" ], "maxFunding": 1000000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Planning range — confirm active stream", "funding": "Rural industrial resource-efficiency projects typically in the $100,000–$1,000,000+ range (energy, water, materials, emissions).", "eligibility": "Rural industrial and larger facilities cutting energy, water, waste, or GHG intensity. Often competitive or invitation-oriented for largest streams.", "notes": "Surfaces for industrial/business scale efficiency and decarbonization — not typical acreage projects.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for rural industrial efficiency", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "industrial", "business", "processor" ], "tags": [ "energy_efficiency", "ghg", "wastewater", "resource_recovery", "innovation", "renewable", "processing" ], "cost_share": "Rural industrial resource-efficiency projects typically in the $100,000–$1,000,000+ range (energy, water, materials, emissions).", "maximum": "$1,000,000" }, { "id": "on_growing_future_opportunities", "name": "Growing Future Opportunities Initiative", "program": "Growing Future Opportunities Initiative", "jurisdiction": "Ontario", "provinces": [ "ON" ], "categories": [ "agriculture", "land", "perennial" ], "projectTypes": [ "orchard", "vineyard", "perennial", "fruit", "replant" ], "organizationTypes": [ "farm" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "operating" ], "scales": [ "farm", "property", "commercial" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 50000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program", "funding": "Supports orchard and vineyard replanting / perennial production opportunities; maximum listed funding up to $50,000.", "eligibility": "Ontario agricultural producers establishing or replanting eligible perennial crops. Confirm crop lists with the administrator.", "notes": "Do not treat 'food forest' as a government category — map user perennial intent to this style of program.", "source": null, "fit": "High for ON orchards/vineyards", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "farm" ], "tags": [ "orchard", "vineyard", "perennial", "fruit", "replant" ], "cost_share": "Supports orchard and vineyard replanting / perennial production opportunities; maximum listed funding up to $50,000.", "maximum": "$50,000" }, { "id": "qc_organic_waste", "name": "Organic Waste Management Support Program", "program": "Organic Waste Management Support Program", "jurisdiction": "Quebec", "provinces": [ "QC" ], "categories": [ "waste", "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "organic_waste", "compost", "resource_recovery", "waste_reduce" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor", "municipality", "conservation" ], "stages": [ "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "community", "multiple" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 500000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program", "funding": "Organic-waste reduction and recovery projects; maximum listed funding up to $500,000.", "eligibility": "Quebec projects reducing or recovering organic waste. Confirm applicant types with the program administrator.", "notes": "Surfaces for organic waste / compost / resource recovery goals in Quebec.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for QC organic waste", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor", "municipality", "conservation" ], "tags": [ "organic_waste", "compost", "resource_recovery", "waste_reduce" ], "cost_share": "Organic-waste reduction and recovery projects; maximum listed funding up to $500,000.", "maximum": "$500,000" }, { "id": "community_energy_systems", "name": "Capital Project: Community Energy Systems", "program": "Capital Project: Community Energy Systems", "jurisdiction": "Federal / multi-jurisdiction", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "energy", "community" ], "projectTypes": [ "renewable", "community_energy", "solar", "ghg" ], "organizationTypes": [ "municipality", "conservation", "business", "indigenous" ], "stages": [ "feasibility", "ready", "implementation", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "community", "regional", "multiple", "industrial" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "project_financing", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 10000000, "status": "maybe", "status_label": "Competitive / intake-specific", "funding": "Community-scale energy systems capital projects; maximum listed funding up to $10,000,000.", "eligibility": "Community or multi-building energy systems. Not a typical single-farm rebate.", "notes": "Only rank highly for community/regional scale renewable projects.", "source": null, "fit": "High for community energy", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "municipality", "conservation", "business", "indigenous" ], "tags": [ "renewable", "community_energy", "solar", "ghg" ], "cost_share": "Community-scale energy systems capital projects; maximum listed funding up to $10,000,000.", "maximum": "$10,000,000" }, { "id": "qc_ecoperformance", "name": "ÉcoPerformance — Standard Implementation", "program": "ÉcoPerformance — Standard Implementation", "jurisdiction": "Quebec", "provinces": [ "QC" ], "categories": [ "energy", "ghg", "industrial" ], "projectTypes": [ "ghg", "energy_efficiency", "renewable", "implementation" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "operating", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 5000000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current implementation stream", "funding": "GHG-reduction implementation projects; maximum listed funding up to $5,000,000.", "eligibility": "Quebec industrial/business facilities implementing greenhouse-gas reduction measures. Confirm eligible measures with the program.", "notes": "Strong for industrial/facility decarbonization implementation — not farm hobby solar.", "source": null, "fit": "Very high for QC industrial GHG", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "tags": [ "ghg", "energy_efficiency", "renewable", "implementation" ], "cost_share": "GHG-reduction implementation projects; maximum listed funding up to $5,000,000.", "maximum": "$5,000,000" }, { "id": "qc_bioenergies", "name": "Bioénergies — Implementation", "program": "Bioénergies — Implementation", "jurisdiction": "Quebec", "provinces": [ "QC" ], "categories": [ "energy", "ghg", "biomass" ], "projectTypes": [ "bioenergy", "biomass", "ghg", "renewable" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor", "industrial", "forest" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 5000000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current implementation stream", "funding": "Bioenergy implementation; maximum listed funding up to $5,000,000.", "eligibility": "Quebec bioenergy implementation projects. Confirm feedstock and facility eligibility.", "notes": "Pair with biomass / bioenergy answers.", "source": null, "fit": "High for QC bioenergy", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor", "industrial", "forest" ], "tags": [ "bioenergy", "biomass", "ghg", "renewable" ], "cost_share": "Bioenergy implementation; maximum listed funding up to $5,000,000.", "maximum": "$5,000,000" }, { "id": "sofiac_energy_transition", "name": "Sofiac — Risk-free energy transition", "program": "Sofiac — Risk-free energy transition", "jurisdiction": "Multi-jurisdiction financing", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "energy", "financing" ], "projectTypes": [ "energy_efficiency", "renewable", "ghg" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "operating" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility", "multiple" ], "fundingTypes": [ "financing", "project_financing", "loan" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Financing (not a grant)", "funding": "Turnkey financing for business decarbonization / energy-transition projects (not a pure grant).", "eligibility": "Business facilities seeking financed energy-transition projects. Terms are commercial — not a government grant.", "notes": "Show when user wants financing/loan support for energy projects.", "source": null, "fit": "High for financed decarbonization", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "tags": [ "energy_efficiency", "renewable", "ghg" ], "cost_share": "Turnkey financing for business decarbonization / energy-transition projects (not a pure grant).", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "essor_1a_feasibility", "name": "ESSOR Component 1A — Feasibility Studies", "program": "ESSOR Component 1A — Feasibility Studies", "jurisdiction": "Quebec", "provinces": [ "QC" ], "categories": [ "business", "planning" ], "projectTypes": [ "planning", "feasibility" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "stages": [ "feasibility", "planning", "idea" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "small_business" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Study support", "funding": "Supports feasibility studies for business projects (distinct from implementation funding).", "eligibility": "Quebec business projects at feasibility/study stage. Confirm eligible study types.", "notes": "Surfaces when stage is feasibility/planning for business/industrial users.", "source": null, "fit": "High for QC feasibility stage", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "tags": [ "planning", "feasibility" ], "cost_share": "Supports feasibility studies for business projects (distinct from implementation funding).", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "wood_innovation_1a", "name": "Wood Innovation Program – Component 1A", "program": "Wood Innovation Program – Component 1A", "jurisdiction": "Multi-jurisdiction", "provinces": [ "QC", "ON", "BC", "AB", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "forestry", "innovation" ], "projectTypes": [ "wood_products", "biomass", "forest_value", "innovation" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "forest", "processor", "industrial" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "expansion", "research" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 2500000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program", "funding": "Wood innovation / forest-products innovation; maximum listed funding up to $2,500,000.", "eligibility": "Forest-products and wood-innovation projects. Confirm component criteria.", "notes": "Commercial wood/biomass innovation — not casual firewood.", "source": null, "fit": "High for wood innovation", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "forest", "processor", "industrial" ], "tags": [ "wood_products", "biomass", "forest_value", "innovation" ], "cost_share": "Wood innovation / forest-products innovation; maximum listed funding up to $2,500,000.", "maximum": "$2,500,000" }, { "id": "wood_innovation_2", "name": "Wood Innovation Program – Component 2", "program": "Wood Innovation Program – Component 2", "jurisdiction": "Multi-jurisdiction", "provinces": [ "QC", "ON", "BC", "AB", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "forestry", "innovation" ], "projectTypes": [ "biomass", "low_quality_wood", "wood_products", "bioenergy" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "forest", "processor" ], "stages": [ "ready", "implementation", "expansion" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 1000000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current program", "funding": "Wood/biomass utilization innovation; maximum listed funding up to $1,000,000.", "eligibility": "Projects using wood or biomass innovatively. Confirm eligible activities.", "notes": "Strong for biomass / low-quality wood utilization.", "source": null, "fit": "High for biomass utilization", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "forest", "processor" ], "tags": [ "biomass", "low_quality_wood", "wood_products", "bioenergy" ], "cost_share": "Wood/biomass utilization innovation; maximum listed funding up to $1,000,000.", "maximum": "$1,000,000" }, { "id": "indigenous_forestry_init", "name": "Indigenous Forestry Initiative", "program": "Indigenous Forestry Initiative", "jurisdiction": "Federal", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "forestry" ], "projectTypes": [ "forest_management", "forest_planning", "forestry" ], "organizationTypes": [ "indigenous" ], "stages": [ "idea", "planning", "feasibility", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "community", "regional", "property", "farm" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant" ], "maxFunding": 45000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Open through Sept 2028 context", "funding": "Indigenous forest-management planning and related activities; maximum listed funding up to $45,000.", "eligibility": "Indigenous communities and organizations only. Do not match unless the user identifies as Indigenous organization/community.", "notes": "Requires indigenous eligibility flag.", "source": "https://natural-resources.canada.ca/forests-forestry/forest-programs/indigenous-forestry-initiative-grant-funding", "fit": "High for Indigenous forestry partners", "eligibilityFlags": [ "indigenous_only" ], "client_keys": [ "indigenous" ], "tags": [ "forest_management", "forest_planning", "forestry" ], "cost_share": "Indigenous forest-management planning and related activities; maximum listed funding up to $45,000.", "maximum": "$45,000" }, { "id": "on_critical_minerals_innovation", "name": "Critical Minerals Innovation Fund (Ontario)", "program": "Critical Minerals Innovation Fund (Ontario)", "jurisdiction": "Ontario", "provinces": [ "ON" ], "categories": [ "minerals", "innovation" ], "projectTypes": [ "critical_minerals", "mineral_processing", "mineral_rd", "exploration" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "industrial", "developer" ], "stages": [ "research", "feasibility", "demonstration", "processing" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 500000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current / competitive", "funding": "Critical-minerals innovation; maximum listed funding up to $500,000.", "eligibility": "Ontario critical-minerals innovation projects. Confirm eligible stages and applicants.", "notes": "Only via optional minerals branch.", "source": null, "fit": "High for ON critical minerals", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "industrial", "developer" ], "tags": [ "critical_minerals", "mineral_processing", "mineral_rd", "exploration" ], "cost_share": "Critical-minerals innovation; maximum listed funding up to $500,000.", "maximum": "$500,000" }, { "id": "qc_critical_minerals_rd", "name": "Critical & Strategic Minerals R&D Support (Quebec)", "program": "Critical & Strategic Minerals R&D Support (Quebec)", "jurisdiction": "Quebec", "provinces": [ "QC" ], "categories": [ "minerals", "innovation" ], "projectTypes": [ "critical_minerals", "mineral_rd", "mineral_processing" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "industrial" ], "stages": [ "research", "demonstration", "feasibility" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "industrial", "facility" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 500000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Current / competitive", "funding": "Critical/strategic minerals R&D; maximum listed funding up to $500,000.", "eligibility": "Quebec critical/strategic minerals R&D projects.", "notes": "Only via optional minerals branch.", "source": null, "fit": "High for QC minerals R&D", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "industrial" ], "tags": [ "critical_minerals", "mineral_rd", "mineral_processing" ], "cost_share": "Critical/strategic minerals R&D; maximum listed funding up to $500,000.", "maximum": "$500,000" }, { "id": "ab_innovates_ag_env", "name": "Alberta Innovates — Agriculture & Environment Program", "program": "Alberta Innovates — Agriculture & Environment Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "innovation", "agriculture", "energy" ], "projectTypes": [ "innovation", "planning", "energy", "land_restore", "research" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "farm", "processor", "conservation" ], "stages": [ "research", "feasibility", "demonstration", "planning" ], "scales": [ "small_business", "commercial", "farm" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 750000, "status": "open", "status_label": "Continuous intake (open)", "funding": "Up to $750,000 (about 50% of costs); Environmental Innovation stream; TRL 3–7.", "eligibility": "Technology developers, SMEs, researchers — two-stage EOI then full proposal.", "notes": "Research/innovation angle more than routine earthworks.", "source": "https://albertainnovates.ca/funding/agriculture-environment-program/", "fit": "Very high for AB innovation", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "farm", "processor", "conservation" ], "tags": [ "innovation", "planning", "energy", "land_restore", "research" ], "cost_share": "Up to $750,000 (about 50% of costs); Environmental Innovation stream; TRL 3–7.", "maximum": "$750,000" }, { "id": "ab_innovates_land_biodiversity", "name": "Alberta Innovates — Land & Biodiversity Program", "program": "Alberta Innovates — Land & Biodiversity Program", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "land", "conservation", "innovation" ], "projectTypes": [ "land_restore", "remediation", "conservation", "ghg" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "conservation", "farm", "developer" ], "stages": [ "research", "demonstration", "implementation", "planning" ], "scales": [ "commercial", "regional", "farm", "community" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Active", "funding": "Remediation, reclamation, carbon sequestration, nature-based solutions — amount varies.", "eligibility": "Projects aligned with land/biodiversity innovation outcomes.", "notes": "Good for remediation / nature-based solutions.", "source": "https://albertainnovates.ca/", "fit": "Very high for land remediation innovation", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "conservation", "farm", "developer" ], "tags": [ "land_restore", "remediation", "conservation", "ghg" ], "cost_share": "Remediation, reclamation, carbon sequestration, nature-based solutions — amount varies.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "nrc_irap", "name": "Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)", "program": "Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)", "jurisdiction": "Federal", "provinces": [ "AB", "BC", "SK", "ON", "QC", "OTHER" ], "categories": [ "innovation", "business" ], "projectTypes": [ "innovation", "research", "prototype", "cleantech" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "stages": [ "research", "demonstration", "ready", "implementation" ], "scales": [ "small_business", "commercial" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": null, "status": "open", "status_label": "Ongoing", "funding": "R&D, prototype demonstration, cleantech SMEs; amounts vary.", "eligibility": "Canadian SMEs undertaking technical R&D / innovation projects.", "notes": "Business innovation support, not a farm water rebate.", "source": "https://nrc.canada.ca/en/support-technology-innovation", "fit": "Very high for SME cleantech R&D", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "processor", "industrial" ], "tags": [ "innovation", "research", "prototype", "cleantech" ], "cost_share": "R&D, prototype demonstration, cleantech SMEs; amounts vary.", "maximum": "See program" }, { "id": "era_emissions", "name": "Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)", "program": "Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "provinces": [ "AB" ], "categories": [ "energy", "ghg" ], "projectTypes": [ "ghg", "energy", "renewable", "innovation" ], "organizationTypes": [ "business", "industrial", "processor" ], "stages": [ "demonstration", "implementation", "research" ], "scales": [ "industrial", "commercial", "facility", "regional" ], "fundingTypes": [ "grant", "cost_share" ], "maxFunding": 10000000, "status": "maybe", "status_label": "Competitive calls", "funding": "Up to $10,000,000; must demonstrate measurable GHG reduction potential.", "eligibility": "Projects with measurable GHG reduction in Alberta. Check open calls.", "notes": "Large GHG projects only.", "source": "https://www.eralberta.ca/", "fit": "Medium–high for large AB GHG projects", "eligibilityFlags": [], "client_keys": [ "business", "industrial", "processor" ], "tags": [ "ghg", "energy", "renewable", "innovation" ], "cost_share": "Up to $10,000,000; must demonstrate measurable GHG reduction potential.", "maximum": "$10,000,000" } ] }