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Farming Grants & Loans in Northern Ontario

35 Farm Funding Opportunities in Northern Ontario

Find agricultural funding and grants specific to Northern Ontario. This regional directory provides resources tailored to the unique climate and needs of the north. Accessing funding in Northern Ontario is crucial for developing resilient food systems and supporting regional economic growth.

By focusing on regional opportunities, Northern Ontario producers can find programs that recognize the geographical realities of their operations. Our goal is to empower northern producers with the financial tools necessary to thrive in Ontario’s diverse agricultural landscape.

Browse the specific Northern Ontario funding opportunities below to grow your northern farm operation.

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Open

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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Open

2026 Community Fund for Mental Health Opens, Continuing National Partnership to Support Rural Communities

Deadline: April 30, 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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Open

Profit Warranty to Optimize Nitrogen Rates

Deadline: December 31, 2026
Funding Amount: $1,500
Our project is designed to help Ontario corn farmers optimize nitrogen rates through split nitrogen application in their fields, but without the risk of losing profit. Just like a warranty, this project will pay farmers in the case of lost profits (f
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Open

Farmland Health Check-up

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: No Maximum
The Farmland Health Check-Up is available to all producers across the province of Ontario - No sign-up required, no eligibility screening. Just connect with an Agricultural Advisor and complete your free, field-based assessment.
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Open

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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Coming Soon

Rural Ontario Development Program

Deadline: August 17, 2026
Funding Amount: No Maximum
Cost-share funding for rural community and rural business projects.
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Open

Building Restoration, Renovation, and Improvement Grant

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $25,000
A Community Improvement Plan (CIP) in Haldimand County that offers grant funds for eligible agricultural building costs.
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Open

Summer Company Program

Deadline: Ongoing
Funding Amount: $3,000
Program that helps youth between 15-29 start and run their own summer business by providing funding, advice and services.
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Closed

Ontario On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF): Innovative BMPs

Deadline: February 17, 2026
Funding Amount: $100,000
Cost-share funding to support the adoption and monitoring of biological inoculants and biochar as a soil amendment.
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