Regina – The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Agriculture Student Scholarship. There are 4 awards available: a grand prize scholarship valued at $6,000 and 3 runner up scholarships at $3,000 each. This year’s theme is “solutions to challenges in agriculture.” Scholarship applicants are encouraged to explore innovative farming practices, new technologies …
TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are still accepting applications for three initiatives designed to enhance the province’s $50.7 billion agri-food sector through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP). The following three initiatives support greater workforce diversity and supply and on-farm sustainability improvements: Agricultural Workforce Equity and Diversity Initiative (deadline is December 3, 2024) Labour Force Management …
Ottawa – Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of more than $7.2 million for 4 projects through the AgriInnovate Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. This investment aims to drive growth and increase the sustainability of Canada’s agriculture industry through innovative technologies. CRO Quail Farms Inc. (CRO) in Saint Anns, ON is receiving up to $1,645,200 to …
Stoney Creek – The government is supporting the food manufacturing sector so it can advance innovation, adopt new technologies and ensure its continued growth and global competitiveness. This industry is vital to our economy and a key source of Canadian jobs. Karina Gould, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, …
Edmonton – A new campaign is reminding Albertans to do their part to help keep Alberta rat-free. For more than 70 years, Alberta has proudly been rat-free, meaning the province prevents the pest from establishing a permanent population while swiftly dealing with any infestations. That famous designation is thanks to the hard work and dedication of Rat Control Program staff, …
Quebec City – The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec are launching the Canada-Quebec Initiative to Help Mitigate the Impacts of Excess Rainfall in Quebec in 2023 (known as AgriRecovery). The Canada-Quebec Initiative will provide $22,2 million in addition to the sums already allocated by existing programs. The financial support will partially offset the extraordinary costs incurred by …
Prince Edward Island— Repairs and upgrades to roads and bridges in Prince Edward Island were made possible after a combined investment of over $7 million from the federal and provincial governments through the Canada Community-Building Fund and the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. This announcement highlights upgrades to roads and bridges that improve safety across the province and support housing development. These …
Toronto – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $7.5 million to support 365 projects that will help the province’s farmers, food processors, and essential farm-supporting agribusinesses protect their operations against pests and diseases while enhancing operational resilience and strengthening public trust in our food supply system. The funding through the Biosecurity Enhancement Initiative, combined with cost-shared …
Edmonton – Changes to Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)’s AgriStability program will reduce paperwork and lower costs for producers. Farmers are vital to Alberta’s economy, providing essential food resources and driving rural prosperity, yet they often face burdensome paperwork and high accounting fees that hinder their productivity. Governments are making changes to the AgriStability program to address these challenges. A …
Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, and Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued the following statement about Canada’s dairy tariff rate quota (TRQ) policies under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). “Canada is very disappointed that New Zealand has decided to continue to challenge Canada’s dairy TRQ system. …
