AAFC Anticipates a Strong 2014 for Canadian Agricultural Sector

Highlights Included in AAFC’s Release Contrary to the contrary belief that weather conditions have been unfavorable, 2013 saw Canadian farmers produce a record grain crop in 2013. Average incomes earned by farm families is rising steadily, expected to top $130,000 in 2014 while the average net worth per farm is expected to hit a record…

Top Grants and Loans for B.C. Agriculture & Agri-Food Businesses

Top Grants and Loans for B.C. Agriculture & Agri-Food Businesses

Please Note: Government funding information within this article was accurate as of February, 2014 but may no longer represent the funding landscape. For current B.C. grants and loans, please explore Western Canada small business funding. Agriculture and Agri-Food businesses in British Columbia have access to a number of lucrative funding programs on both federal and…

How to Qualify for AgriMarketing Assurance Stream Funding

How to Qualify for AgriMarketing Assurance Stream Funding

The AgriMarketing Assurance Systems Stream focuses on the development of national assurance systems and standards that help promote food safety and security and other priority priorities. This government grants Canada program run by Agriculture and Agri-food Canada (AAFC) and offers up to $1 million per project. AgriMarketing Assurance Systems Stream: Snapshot Amount: Max contribution of…

Grant Funding for Agriculture: AgriMarketing Assurance Systems Stream

Grant Funding for Agriculture: AgriMarketing Assurance Systems Stream

The AgriMarketing Assurance Systems Stream focuses on the development of national assurances systems and standards that contribute to priorities such as food safety and security.  This Canadian government grants funding program is run by Agriculture and Agri-food Canada (AAFC) and offers up to $1 million per project. AgriMarketing Assurance Systems Stream Funding –Funding Details Amount:…

Top Canadian Small Business Grants for Hiring

Top Canadian Small Business Grants for Hiring

Accessing Small business grants for hiring is a great way to increase your human capital while minimizing the financial burden on your firm’s hiring budget. In fact, we have routinely seen firms receive upwards of $200,000 per year in government funding to support their hiring initiatives. So what are you waiting for? What are the most suitable…

AAFC Career Focus Canadian Government Grants for Hiring FAQs

AAFC Career Focus Canadian Government Grants for Hiring FAQs

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Career Focus Program is a government funded initiative focused on helping recent graduates of a college or university program attain work experience in a position relevant to their education. Why does Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada offer Career Focus? Several government departments, including Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada offer Career Focus Canadian business…

AAFC Career Focus Small Business Grants for Agriculture and Agri-Food Eligibility

AAFC Career Focus Small Business Grants for Agriculture and Agri-Food Eligibility

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) offers the Career Focus program for recent graduates from an industry applicable college or university program. Career Focus is a grants for hiring recent graduates program that aims to help young workers gain valuable experience that will assist them in attaining full-time employment. AAFC Career Focus Canada Small Business Grants…

AAFC Career Focus Small Business Grants for Hiring in Agriculture & Agri-Food

AAFC Career Focus Small Business Grants for Hiring in Agriculture & Agri-Food

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Career Focus Canadian small business grants for hiring are one of many Career Focus programs offered throughout Canada.  The AAFC Career Focus initiative is a funding for agriculture and agri-food program geared towards helping to provide internships in their related sectors.  Internship opportunities for post-secondary graduates across Canada help young…

Small Business Grants for Agriculture Update: Growing Forward 2

Small Business Grants for Agriculture Update: Growing Forward 2

Announcements regarding joint federal and provincial initiatives including Canadian and Ontario business grants and loans programs under the Growing Forward 2 have begun rolling out -this on the heels of rumors that the popular Agri-Processing Initiative has been depleted of funds. Growing Forward 2 Small Business Grants and Loans Announcements Programs are being delivered by…

Canadian Government Funding for AgriMarketing – Assurance Systems Stream – FAQs

Canadian Government Funding for AgriMarketing – Assurance Systems Stream – FAQs

Canadian government funding for small business through the AgriMarketing Program is a five-year (2013-2018), $341 million program offered through the Growing Forward 2 Program via Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) It consists of both government initiatives and contribution funding for industry-led projects.  What is the Objective of Canadian Government Funding for AgriMarketing Program?  The objective of…