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Farming Grants & Loans in Canada

23 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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Open

Youth Employment and Skills Program

Deadline: May 4, 2026
Funding Amount: $14,000
Wage subsidies to support employers in creating agricultural jobs for youth aged 15 to 30 years.
Closed

Canada Summer Jobs

Deadline: December 11, 2025
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Wage subsidies to support employers in creating work for youth aged 15 to 30 years.
Open

Technical Assistance Grants

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $4,000
Grant to cover specialty consulting services.
Closed

Co-operative Development Program

Deadline: April 15, 2026
Funding Amount: $20,000
Grant to cover costs associated with co-operative business development.
Open

Canadian Agricultural Loans Act (CALA) program

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $3,000,000
Agricultural loan to establish, improve, and develop farms, while agricultural co-operatives may also access loans to process, distribute, or market the products of farming.