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Farming Grants & Loans in Canada

24 Farm Funding Opportunities in Canada

Access national farmer grants in Canada available to Ontario producers. Discover Canada-Ontario agricultural funding and resources for your farm operation. While many programs are province-specific, the Rest of Canada tag identifies federal initiatives and national programs that accept applications from all of Canada including Ontario. These programs often include large-scale federal streams from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) or national non-profit foundations. National funding is vital for addressing country-wide challenges such as climate change, international trade, and food security.

By monitoring these broader opportunities, Ontario producers can tap into larger funding pools that support significant infrastructure projects and long-term research. This section ensures you don’t miss out on high-value federal support that complements provincial aid. We bridge the gap between regional needs and national opportunities to give you a complete financial picture.

Explore the national funding programs and federal resources available to your farm below.

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2027 Nuffield Canada Scholarship Program

Deadline: June 30, 2026
Funding Amount: $20,000
Scholars will have the opportunity to experience agriculture, farming and food production first-hand through international travel and study, with hands-on learning and leadership.
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Worker Retention Grant for Work-Sharing Employers

Deadline: December 31, 2026
Funding Amount: No Maximum
The Worker Retention Grant (WRG) is designed to enable employers with an approved and implemented Work-Sharing agreement who commit to fostering training opportunities to provide additional income support to their Employment Insurance (EI) eligible e
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2026 Community Fund for Mental Health

Deadline: May 20, 2026
Funding Amount: No Maximum
The Do More Agriculture Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 Community Fund for Mental Health, presented in partnership with Farm Credit Canada (FCC).
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Spark Tourism Program

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $3,000
Seed funds and mentorship for the development of tourism ideas, experiences, or partnerships in Ontario and British Columbia.
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FCC Sustainability Incentive Program

Deadline: January 31, 2026
Funding Amount: $4,000
Incentive program for Farm Credit Canada customers who meet FCC partners’ sustainability program requirements.
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WEOC Women’s Entrepreneurs Loan Fund

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $49,998
Loans supporting women entrepreneurs as they start, scale, grow, and maintain their businesses.
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ALUS

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
ALUS provides financial and technical support for the implementation of projects that produce ecosystem services and ongoing stewardship of projects.
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Advance Payment Program

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Federal loan guarantee program for agricultural producers with easy access to low-cost cash advances until you are able to sell your agricultural products.
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Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program: Access to Capital

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Grant that provides access to capital and business opportunities to Indigenous entrepreneurs and business owners in Canada.