Updated March 2026 · Verified against Government of Yukon — Agriculture Branch (cost-shared with AAFC) guidelines
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Yukon Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable-CAP)

Government of Yukon — Agriculture Branch (cost-shared with AAFC)
Maximum Funding
Up to 60% for commercial applicants; up...
Monthly intakes (1st Friday of each month)
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Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
100%
Yukon Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable-CAP) provides Up to 60% for commercial applicants; up to 100% for non-profits/First Nations. $9.25M total over 5 years. Cost-shared agricultural funding covering up to 60% for commercial applicants and up to 100% for non-profits and First Nations. Monthly intakes (1st Friday of each month). (As of March 2026, verified against Government of Yukon — Agriculture Branch (cost-shared with AAFC) program guidelines)

Eligibility & Details

What this program funds and who can apply

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Program Description

Cost-shared agricultural funding covering up to 60% for commercial applicants and up to 100% for non-profits and First Nations. Total of $9.25 million over 5 years under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (2023-2028). Monthly intake deadlines (1st Friday of each month). Covers farm infrastructure, equipment, business plans, research, climate adaptation, and farmers market development.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Commercial farm businesses with minimum $15,000 annual revenue
  • New entrants to farming (revenue requirement may be waived)
  • Non-profit agricultural organizations
  • First Nations governments and educational institutions
  • Must be operating in Yukon
Provinces
Yukon
Industries
Agriculture Food Beverage
Business Stage
Startup Growth Established

Quick Assessment

Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Low
Est. Hours
8h
First-Timer
Friendly

Funding Details

Amount
Up to 60% for commercial applicants; up to 100% for non-profits/First Nations. $9.25M total over 5 years.
Type
Grant
Level
Territorial
Co-Funding
Up to 100% of eligible costs
Deadline
Monthly intakes (1st Friday of each month)

Program Scorecard

Competition, effort, and approval at a glance

Hybrid
Competition
Low
Effort
~8 hours
Approval
Good
Accessibility
--/5
Competition
--/5
Approval Rate
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Monthly deadlines make this one of the most accessible agricultural programs — no waiting for annual intakes. New entrants who haven't yet hit $15,000 revenue can still qualify. Covers an unusually broad range: farm infrastructure, equipment, business plans, research, climate adaptation, even farmers market development.

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A new Yukon greenhouse operator investing $75,000 in year-round growing infrastructure, receiving $45,000 (60%) from the Sustainable CAP program.

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Evaluation Criteria

Scored against three national outcome pillars: (1) environmental performance and climate adaptation, (2) sector capacity and value chain growth, (3) sector resiliency, diversity, equity and inclusion. Projects addressing multiple pillars score highest. Formal evaluation matrix available on yukon.ca.

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Application Steps

1 Read Guidance Document Download and review the Sustainable CAP Guidance Document from yukon.ca. It contains the complete eligible activities list, additional criteria, and the evaluation matrix. Reading it before contacting the Agriculture Branch significantly improves application quality.
2 Contact Agriculture Branch Call 867-667-5838 or email [email protected] before submitting. Staff will confirm eligibility, advise on the applicant category, and flag any issues. Office: Room 320, Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main Street, Whitehorse. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM.
3 Complete Application Form Download the application form from yukon.ca. Complete all sections: project description, budget breakdown (eligible vs. total costs), timeline, and outcome measures.
4 Gather Supporting Documents Collect: farm business plan or project proposal, financial statements or prior-year CRA revenue documentation, competitive quotes for equipment or construction, matching funds confirmation, and any YESAB approvals if applicable.
5 Submit by Monthly Deadline Submit to the Agriculture Branch by 4:30 PM on the first Friday of the month (or next business day if a statutory holiday). Late submissions are held for the following month.
6 Evaluation and Decision Agriculture Branch and Project Evaluation Committee review against the assessment matrix. Decision communicated within 4–6 weeks of the intake deadline.
7 Sign Transfer Payment Agreement Approved applicants sign the agreement specifying funding amount, project deliverables, reporting schedule, and payment terms.
8 Implement and Claim Execute the project. Submit progress reports and financial claims per the agreement schedule. Submit final report and reconciled invoices upon completion.

Required Documents 5

✓ Sustainable CAP application form
✓ Farm business plan or project proposal
✓ Financial statements or revenue documentation
✓ Quotes for equipment/infrastructure
✓ Matching funds confirmation (if applicable)

Eligible Expenses 10

  • Farm-specific structures (greenhouses, root cellars, irrigation systems, fencing)
  • Agricultural equipment with specific farm purpose (seeding, harvesting, processing, cold storage)
  • Business plan development and market research
  • Scientific assessments for permits and YESAB approvals
  • Food safety training and food safety management system implementation
  • Climate adaptation infrastructure
  • Farmers market development and infrastructure
  • Organic/food safety/environmental certification costs
  • Consulting fees for soil testing and water quality analysis
  • Pilot projects for new agricultural techniques

Ineligible Expenses 9

  • Regular operating and maintenance costs (fuel, routine labour, routine repairs)
  • Equipment replacement for items already in active use
  • Multi-purpose vehicles (trucks, trailers, tractors)
  • Multi-purpose buildings (barns, general storage sheds)
  • Digital cameras, GPS units, smartphones, measuring tapes
  • Aquaponic production, aquaculture, seaweed, fish and seafood production
  • GST/HST rebates and interest charges
  • Retrospective costs incurred before application approval
  • Activities with no direct agriculture/agri-food benefit

Intake Periods

Monthly — applications due by 4:30 PM on the first Friday of each month (or next business day). Program runs April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2028.

Deadline Notes

Monthly intake deadlines on the 1st Friday of each month. One of the most accessible agricultural programs due to frequent deadlines. New entrants who haven't reached $15,000 revenue can still qualify.

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Ineligible Organizations

  • Non-agricultural businesses with no farming or agri-food activity
  • Aquaculture and fish/seafood processors
  • Applicants outside Yukon
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Clawback Risk

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can new farmers qualify without $15k revenue?
Yes — new entrants to farming (revenue requirement waived) can apply. Must operate in Yukon and have a viable business plan. Monthly deadlines make it accessible for startups.
What's the typical grant amount?
Most awards range from $5,000 to $100,000 based on project scope. Commercial applicants get up to 60% cost-share; non-profits get 100% coverage. Total program funding: $9.25M over 5 years.
When are decisions made?
Decisions made within 30 days of monthly intake (1st Friday of each month). Faster than most agricultural programs due to frequent deadlines. Applications submitted by the 1st Friday are processed monthly.
Do I need matching funds?
No matching required. Commercial applicants get up to 60% cost-share; non-profits and First Nations get 100% coverage. All costs must be eligible under program guidelines.
Can I stack with other programs?
Yes — commonly stacked with Farm Credit Canada loans, CanNor BDIP, Yukon EDF, and AgriCleanTech for clean tech components. Avoid overlapping costs between programs.

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