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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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First Nations Farm and Business Financing

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Loans for First Nations farms, agricultural related businesses as well as value added enterprises.
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GoodSpark Fund

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Grant to support socio-economic development and community spirit.
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Farm Credit Canada Loan

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Various financing opportunities and funding amounts.
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AGRI Talent

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Wage subsidy for student work placements.
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PARO Prosper PeerLending Circles

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $5,000
A micro-finance and support program for women who run their own businesses or want to start one.
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Canada Green Corps: Science and Technology Internship Programme

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Wage subsidies for youth 15-30 who are Youth Furthest From Employment (YFE) or Youth from Employment Equity Groups (YEE)
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Nature Canada: Work to Grow

Deadline: September 28, 2025
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Wage subsidies for racialized youth 15-30 for work that promotes and protects nature.
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Eco Canada: Youth in Natural Resources

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Wage subsidies for youth 15-30 in Natural Resources field.
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Eco Canada: Science Horizons Youth

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Wage subsidies for post-secondary graduates who are youth 15-30 in STEM.