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Protein Industries Canada — Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain Program

Protein Industries Canada
Maximum Funding
$37,500-$150,000 (75% of eligible $50K-$200K project costs)
Between intakes — third cohort closed Apr 30, 2026; fourth cohort expected la...
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Co-Funding
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Protein Industries Canada — Strengthening the Canadian Supply Chain Program provides up to $37,500-$150,000 (75% of eligible $50K-$200K project costs). Grants covering up to 75% of eligible costs for Canadian food processors reformulating products using domestically grown feedstocks (wheat, oats, peas, soy, fava, hemp). The program covers up to 75% of eligible costs. Between intakes — third cohort closed Apr 30, 2026; fourth cohort expected late 2026.
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Program Description

Grants covering up to 75% of eligible costs for Canadian food processors reformulating products using domestically grown feedstocks (wheat, oats, peas, soy, fava, hemp). Projects strengthen food supply chain resilience against trade disruptions. Unlike PIC's main Technology Leadership stream, no consortium required — solo SME applications accepted.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Canadian-owned business (SMEs prioritized: <500 employees, <$50M revenue)
  • Minimum $100,000 in sales in prior fiscal year
  • Must use Canadian feedstocks/ingredients from Canadian field crops
  • Single project per company per cohort
  • Project costs $50K-$200K, completed within 12 months
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All Provinces
Industries
Agriculture Food Beverage Manufacturing
Business Stage
Growth Expansion

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Funding Details

Amount
$37,500-$150,000 (75% of eligible $50K-$200K project costs)
Type
Grant
Level
Federal
Co-Funding
Up to 75% of eligible costs
Deadline
Between intakes — third cohort closed Apr 30, 2026; fourth cohort expected late 2026

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Can sole proprietors apply?
No — must be incorporated Canadian business with minimum $100K sales. Sole proprietors can't apply directly but may incorporate to qualify.
What's the typical award amount?
Average $108K in Cohort 2 (range $75K-$120K). Max $150K, but most awards fall below $120K.
When are decisions made?
Decisions made within 60 days of application deadline (April 30, 2026). Cohort 2 decisions were made in May 2025.
Why do applications fail?
Most fail due to non-Canadian feedstocks (e.g., using US soy instead of Canadian fava beans) or project costs outside $50K-$200K range.
Do I need matching funds?
Yes — 25% matching required (e.g., $100K project needs $25K in company contribution). Must be documented.

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