Grant

Grassroots Growth Program

Government of Ontario, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs · Ontario

OpenAgri-Food
Funding
See details
Amount not published — check the official page
Deadline
Ongoing
Open, accepted on an ongoing basis (no fixed deadline).
Type
Grant
Company stage
Not specified

Overview

Funding for projects that support the growth of Ontario's agri-food sector, ensure sustainability of agriculture and promote development of vibrant rural economies. Eligible costs include purchase or rental of goods/equipment, direct staff salaries, third-party service costs, land rental for research, facility rental, and minimal essential travel and meals.

Who can apply

  • Not specified on listing - verify on program website.
  • Project must focus on at least one of: increasing public engagement and support, increasing youth involvement in the sector, enhancing safety and risk management practices, strengthening public trust and knowledge, or encouraging agri-food and rural development outcomes
  • Ontario-based.
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What it can pay for

Capital / EquipmentHiring

Past recipients

No public list of past recipients is linked for this program yet.

Official source

Program details change. Always confirm eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official page before you apply.

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Last checked by SeedPort: Aug 11, 2026. SeedPort is not affiliated with the funder. Information is summarized from public sources and may be out of date.