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  1. Enhancing mental health supports for farmers and ranchers

    Farm families have improved access to mental health services and resources thanks to more support for the AgKnow Alberta Farm Mental Health Network.

  2. Funding available to support First Nations, Inuit and Métis documentary heritage projects

    Library and Archives Canada’s new funding cycle of its Listen, Hear Our Voices initiative is now open. First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations striving to digitize and preserve language and culture materials and build digitization and preservation capacity for their communities are welcome to apply by January 30, 2024.

  3. Technologies, equipment eligible for the British Columbia On-Farm Technology Adoption Program

    The technologies and equipment must be new to the applicant and viable, commercialized and proven to help contribute to the profitability, productivity, or efficiency of an agricultural operation, including:

  4. Canada, British Columbia supporting British Columbia farmers with access to technology

    B.C. farmers looking to grow their businesses in the face of rising costs are getting support for accessing new technologies from items such as robotic and automated equipment, farm management software and digital sensors, which will help them increase production, efficiency and profitability.

  5. Governments strengthening agriculture and food sector in Northern Ontario

    $1.65 million investment supporting research at Lakehead University Agricultural Research Station

  6. The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia invest in a new roundabout in Truro

    There will be a new roundabout at the intersection of McClures Mills Road and Willow Street in Truro thanks to the combined investment of $2.8 million from the Government of Canada, the Government of Nova Scotia, and the Town of Truro. Announced by David Ritcey, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River, and Bill Mills, Mayor of the Town of Truro, this project will ensure a safer and quicker commute for residents of Truro.

  7. Governments driving innovation in food production

    Canada and Ontario committing up to $25 million to boost efficiency in farming and food processing

  8. Minister MacAulay announces new living lab in Manitoba

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the creation of a new living lab in Manitoba. Led by the Manitoba Association of Watersheds, this living lab project represents an investment of up to $9.2 million over five years under the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – Living Labs program.

  9. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada launches new Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge

    Reducing methane emissions requires new and innovative ideas, including in the agriculture sector.

  10. Minister MacAulay announces investment to strengthen Canada’s canola sector

    Canola is a crop with so much potential.

  11. Parliamentary Secretary Drouin to Announce New Initiative to Reduce Agricultural Methane Emissions

    Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce a new initiative aimed at reducing methane emissions from the cattle industry which will contribute to the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices.

  12. Business risk management programs continue to respond through $2 billion in forecasted payouts for Saskatchewan producers

    Today, the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced forecasted payments under the suite of business risk management programs, administered by the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC).

  13. Minister MacAulay to announce new financial support for Canada's canola sector

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce a significant financial investment to strengthen the global competitiveness of Canada's canola sector. Minister MacAulay will be joined by Ben Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre.

  14. Minister MacAulay concludes successful trip to Vietnam, Japan and South Korea to open doors for the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector

    Canada is growing what the world wants and the Government of Canada is committed to supporting our hardworking Canadian producers by expanding trade and investment opportunities around the globe.

  15. Minister MacAulay concludes successful trip to Vietnam, Japan and South Korea

    Minister Lawrence MacAulay travelled to Vietnam, Japan and South Korea from October 27 to November 4, 2023.

  16. Canada, British Columbia supporting new and young farmers

    New and small-scale farmers will be able to grow their business and help strengthen food security in their communities with the relaunch of the New Entrant Farm Business Accelerator Program.

  17. Applications opening for livestock drought relief

    Applications open October 30 for the 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance program, providing livestock producers with up to $165 million to maintain breeding herds.

  18. Governments positioning fruit farming sector for growth

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $8 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to help apple, tender fruit, and wine grape producers grow popular varieties of produce.

  19. Federal-provincial support helping disaster-affected farmers

    After an intense summer of wildfires and drought, B.C.'s farmers and ranchers are receiving additional support to repair or replace damaged infrastructure and to help with the expenses they incurred to keep their animals fed, sheltered and safe during the

  20. AgriRecovery framework

    This announcement is part of a larger disaster response totaling $365 million in federal-provincial cost-shared funding under the AgriRecovery Framework to help farmers and ranchers in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan with extraordinary costs due to this year’s extreme weather conditions.

  21. AgriRecovery supporting British Columbia farmers and ranchers with extraordinary costs

    The 2023 Canada-British Columbia Wildfire and Drought AgriRecovery Initiative will cover extraordinary costs, and the program terms and conditions define the support limits and eligibility, including:

  22. Provincial support for farmers and ranchers

    October 23, 2023 – Victoria, British Columbia – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

  23. AgriRecovery details announced for Saskatchewan

    AgriRecovery details announced for Saskatchewan

  24. Drought relief support for livestock producers

    The governments of Alberta and Canada are providing $165 million to support livestock producers affected by drought and extreme growing conditions.

  25. Government of Canada announces $219 million to support farmers and ranchers in Western Canada facing the impacts of drought and wildfires

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced that the Government of Canada has allocated $219 million through the AgriRecovery Framework to support farmers and ranchers in Western Canada who are dealing with extraordinary costs due to drought conditions and wildfires.

  26. Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative funding projects that boost production and increase trade opportunities for home grown products

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $16.5 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support agri-food research and innovation projects that will help Ontario develop new technologies, practices and solutions for the agri-food sector. These actions will strengthen the sector to be more competitive in global markets.

  27. Minister MacAulay announces new investment to advance Canada's horticulture sector and improve environmental sustainability

    Canada's horticulture sector produces high-quality fruits and vegetables while keeping our food supply steady and strong.

  28. Applications now open for the 2024 Agriculture Student Scholarship in Saskatchewan

    Today, the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Agriculture Student Scholarship Program. The scholarship amounts have increased this year to $6,000 for the top recipient, as well as 3 runner-up scholarships of $3,000 each.

  29. Investment aims to boost growth of Madawaska County cheese producer

    An investment in Fromagerie de la République will help the Edmundston artisan cheesemaker grow from a dairy farm into a cheese factory.

  30. Annapolis Valley agri-food firms seizing new growth opportunities

    Nova Scotia’s agri-food sector is an economic powerhouse, it supports more than 6,700 jobs across the province and has the potential to create more value for the people and communities who rely on it. The Government of Canada recognizes this potential and is investing to help six agri-food companies seize new growth opportunities through automation, expansion and access to new markets.

  31. Backgrounder: Annapolis Valley agri-food firms seizing new growth opportunities

    The agri-food sector is an economic powerhouse, spurring job creation and prosperity across Nova Scotia. The Government of Canada recognizes this potential and is investing $4,855,000 through ACOA’s Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program to help six agri-food companies seize new growth opportunities through automation, expansion and access to new markets.

  32. Governments supporting mental health initiatives in Ontario’s agricultural community

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing more than $8 million to support the mental health and wellness of farmers and their families.

  33. Minister Hutchings to visit Kings County on October 10, 2023

    As part of her visit to Kings County, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, will meet with local leaders and stakeholders and make an announcement about a federal investment that will drive economic momentum in the Annapolis Valley. Minister Hutchings will be joined by Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings-Hants.

  34. Canada, British Columbia helps farmers mitigate, adapt to climate change

    As British Columbians continue to experience the impacts of record drought and wildfire, B.C. farmers and ranchers are receiving support so they can continue to produce food in a changing climate.

  35. Backgrounder – Regional extension projects underway

    The following are the projects underway through the Regional Extension Program:

  36. Cider producers raise a glass to new opportunities

    Atlantic Canada‘s bountiful agriculture industry is the backbone of many communities and businesses throughout the region, and an important contributor of international exports. The Government of Canada is investing to help Nova Scotia apple growers produce cider as a sustainable, value-added product, further strengthening the region’s retail and tourism offerings.

  37. Quebec and Ottawa announce $157.5 million to support research and innovation in the bio-food sector

    The federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, and the Quebec Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, André Lamontagne, have announced the first calls for projects under the new programme Innovation bioalimentaire 2023–2028 (PIB).

  38. Governments invest $5 million in Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre

    Canada's Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan's Agriculture Minister David Marit announced funding today of $5 million for the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre in Saskatoon.

  39. Minister MacAulay launches new program to support the Canadian dairy sector

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the launch of the new Dairy Innovation and Investment Fund. With an investment of up to $333 million over the next 10 years, the Fund will help the Canadian dairy sector increase its competitiveness and adapt to new market realities. The Fund is part of the Government of Canada’s commitment to support supply-managed sectors for the impacts of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

  40. Dairy Innovation and Investment Fund

    The new Dairy Innovation and Investment Fund will provide Canadian dairy processors with non-repayable contributions to help the dairy sector better manage the structural surplus of solids non-fat in Canada. This Fund will be delivered by the Canadian Dairy Commission on behalf of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

  41. Ingonish STEPping up regional tourism

    Today, Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney-Victoria, announced a $95,500 non-repayable ACOA contribution to the Ingonish Development Society (IDS) to develop a regional tourism strategy.

  42. Minister MacAulay to announce new financial support for the dairy sector

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will be in Saint-Hyacinthe to announce significant financial support for the dairy sector. The Minister will be accompanied by Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.

  43. Closure of Canadian Coast Guard Seasonal Inshore Rescue Boat Stations in Quebec

    The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal Inshore Rescue Boat stations of Longueuil, Trois-Rivières, Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac, Beaconsfield and Saint-Zotique will be closing this Sunday, October 1 at 20:00.

  44. Federal and provincial governments providing support for fruit tree industry

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, Provincial Minister of Agriculture, announced additional support for Prince Edward Island producers in the fruit tree sector that were extraordinarily impacted by Hurricane Fiona.

  45. Governments investing in Ontario’s maple syrup sector

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $1 million over 2 years through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support productivity and growth in the province’s maple syrup sector.

  46. International curling event a BOOST for Pictou County

    National and international sport competitions bring athletes and spectators from around the world, showcasing Atlantic Canada’s unique experiences. The Government of Canada is investing in sports and recreation facilities to boost local economies and bring more tourism opportunities to rural communities.

  47. Government of Canada supports poultry processor in Kings County

    Today, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants, announced an investment of up to $2,932,500 for Eden Valley Poultry under the Supply Management Processing Investment Fund.

  48. Supporting rural entrepreneurial opportunities across Atlantic Canada

    Community Business Development Corporations are at the heart of growing rural Atlantic Canadian economies

  49. MP Blois to announce federal investments under the Supply Management Processing Investment Fund

    Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings-Hants and Chair of the House of Commons Agriculture and Agri-Food Committee, will be in Berwick, Nova Scotia to announce federal investments under the Supply Management Processing Investment Fund to Eden Valley Poultry.

  50. Federal and Provincial Governments announce record investment through new Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Agriculture for Prince Edward Island, announced an investment of over $46 million into Prince Edward Island’s local agriculture industry under the new Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP).