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AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment Component

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
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For-profit: up to $50,000/year (50%); Not-for-profit: up to...
Open intake — applications accepted until September 30, 2027
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AgriAssurance Program — Kosher and Halal Investment Component provides up to For-profit: up to $50,000/year (50%); Not-for-profit: up to $350,000/year (75%). Non-repayable federal contribution funding for Canadian businesses in the kosher and halal red meat (beef and veal) sector. The program covers up to 50% of eligible costs. Open intake — applications accepted until September 30, 2027.
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9 businesses received this funding in 2025 — 12 awards since 2025. Top sectors among classified recipients: Food manufacturing, Meat product manufacturing. Top provinces: Ontario 42% · Alberta 25% · Quebec 25%. Covers: AAFC Kosher and Halal Investment Program contributions — for-profit food processors seeking kosher/halal certification infrastructure. Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure data · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · Data through Q3 2026.

9funded in 2025
12awards since 2025
Top sectors Food manufacturingMeat product manufacturing(of classified recipients)
Top provinces ON 42%AB 25%QC 25%

Individual award sizes for this program aren’t published — too few recipients to summarize without identifying them.

Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure

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Program Description

Non-repayable federal contribution funding for Canadian businesses in the kosher and halal red meat (beef and veal) sector. For-profit organizations can receive up to $50,000/year (50% cost-share) for initial certification costs including professional services, lab testing, and dedicated staff. Not-for-profits can receive up to $350,000/year (75% cost-share) for developing quality assurance systems. Part of the $40M federal kosher/halal investment under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

Eligibility Requirements

  • For-profit organizations in the kosher/halal red meat sector (beef and veal) — partnerships, corporations, co-operatives and communes all qualify
  • Not-for-profit organizations delivering nationally-scoped assurance projects (regional associations may be considered where there is no national representation, if they can demonstrate the ability to deliver a project that is national in scope)
  • For-profit stream only: maximum 500 FTE employees and under $100M annual revenue — these size tests do not apply to not-for-profit applicants
  • Indigenous applicants eligible under both streams — a First Nation, Inuk or Métis individual or organization is a named eligible applicant type
  • Must be a legal entity capable of entering into legally binding agreements
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Funding Details

Amount
For-profit: up to $50,000/year (50%); Not-for-profit: up to $350,000/year (75%)
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Federal
Co-Funding
Up to 50% of eligible costs
Deadline
Open intake — applications accepted until September 30, 2027

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1 Determine Eligibility Confirm your organization operates in the kosher/halal red meat sector (beef and veal) and is a legal entity capable of entering into legally binding agreements. For-profit applicants must also be under 500 FTE and under $100M revenue; those size tests do not apply to not-for-profit applicants.

Required Documents 6

✓ Certificate or Articles of Incorporation, or equivalent proof of legal-entity status (partnership agreement, co-operative registration)
✓ Last 2 years financial statements plus most recent interim statement

Eligible Expenses 8

Ineligible Expenses 6

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can sole proprietors apply for this grant?
The test is being a legal entity capable of entering into legally binding agreements. AAFC names partnerships, corporations, co-operatives and communes as eligible for-profit forms, and a First Nation, Inuk or Métis individual is also a named eligible applicant — so incorporation is not universally required. An unincorporated sole proprietor who cannot contract in the business's name should confirm status with the program before applying.
What's the typical award for a for-profit business?
$20,000-$50,000/year for initial certification costs. AAFC covers 50% of total project costs (e.g., $40,000-$100,000 total project = $20,000-$50,000 grant).
Why do most applications fail?
Missing international export plan (required for for-profits), exceeding the for-profit size limits (500 FTE/$100M revenue — not applied to not-for-profits), or claiming renewal costs (only initial certifications funded).
Do I need to pay upfront for certification?
Yes. Funds are reimbursed after costs are incurred and approved. Must provide 50% cash co-funding (in-kind not accepted) and have costs incurred after AAFC approval.
Can I stack this with other programs?
Yes. Naturally stacks with AgriMarketing Kosher/Halal (funds export promotion) and CanExport SMEs (funds market development). Total govt. support capped at 85%.

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