Indigenous Agriculture and
Relationship Development

Training and Resource Development

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Accepting applications until 11:59 PM on November 4, 2025.

Program guidelines have been revised for this intake. Please review carefully to ensure eligibility before applying.
 

Funding to support skill sharing, group learning and knowledge transfer events, such as conferences and workshops, peer to peer learning activities, and other community driven culturally relevant food system learning initiatives.

Intake Information

  • The intake for this program is currently open; applications will be accepted from September 23, 2025, to 11:59PM on November 4, 2025.
  • Applications must be received by November 4, 2025 to be considered for funding. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.

Eligible Applicants

The program is open to the following First Nation, Métis, and Inuit Groups:

  • Businesses and organizations
  • Communities
  • Government
  • Primary producers
  • Other Indigenous-led groups undertaking agricultural initiatives

Eligible Activities

The following activities are eligible for funding:

Training

  • Peer-to-peer training/learning
  • One-on-one training
  • In-site training
  • Web-based training (including webinars)
  • Conferences/trader shows

Resource Development

  • Instructional videos
  • Manuals, brochures, and factsheets
  • Strategic, transition, and planning guides (e.g. communication plans, marketing plans, etc.)
  • Website and social media items

Project Timeline

  • Projects shall start on, or after, April 1, 2026
  • Projects must be completed no later than December 31, 2027

Cost Share Funding

100% government funding to a maximum contribution of $10,000.

Additional Information and Documents

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Terms and Conditions Program Guide Applicant Information Form Application Worksheet Sample Agreement