Grants and Contributions
About this information
In June 2016, as part of the Open Government Action Plan, the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) committed to increasing the transparency and usefulness of grants and contribution data and subsequently launched the Guidelines on the Reporting of Grants and Contributions Awards, effective April 1, 2018.
The rules and principles governing government grants and contributions are outlined in the Treasury Board Policy on Transfer Payments. Transfer payments are transfers of money, goods, services or assets made from an appropriation to individuals, organizations or other levels of government, without the federal government directly receiving goods or services in return, but which may require the recipient to provide a report or other information subsequent to receiving payment. These expenditures are reported in the Public Accounts of Canada. The major types of transfer payments are grants, contributions and \'other transfer payments\'.
Included in this category, but not to be reported under proactive disclosure of awards, are (1) transfers to other levels of government such as Equalization payments as well as Canada Health and Social Transfer payments. (2) Grants and contributions reallocated or otherwise redistributed by the recipient to third parties; and (3) information that would normally be withheld under the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act.
$854,530.00
Apr 1, 2024
For-profit organization
Canadian AgriSafety Applied Science Program
SCAP-ASP-050
This project aims to bring together stakeholders to address gaps in agricultural safety science and technology to enhance health and safety of farm workers and livestock facilities. The Activities in this application address specific steps in the Hierarchy.
$1,226,132.00
Apr 1, 2024
Indigenous recipients
Improving cattle health and resiliency by harnessing the medicinal properties of traditional plants
SCAP-ASP-024
This project aims to incorporate traditional indigenous knowledge and traditional Western science to study the foraging habits and behaviors of eth wild cow herd located on Meares Island and advance the knowledge and development of innovative plant biologics of the traditional plants and seaweed.
$749,705.00
Jul 16, 2024
Indigenous recipients
Northern Food Production Systems: Sustainable systems for Indigenous food sovereignty
SCAP-ASP-018
This project aims to transform energy efficiency and revitalize Indigenous food systems at the Naurvik site in Gjoa Haven, Nunavut.
$5,383,429.00
Mar 31, 2026
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Grow Yellow to Go Green: Advancing Canada's Economy and Environmental Footprint with Canola
SCAP-ASC-02
This project aims to achieve sustainable canola yield intensification that will result in a resilient canola sector to meet global demand and increase Canada’s global competitiveness and growth.
$5,534,371.00
Mar 27, 2026
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Organic Science Cluster 4- Advancing the Sustainability of Canadian Agriculture
SCAP-ASC-13
This project aims to develop and measure the environmental impacts of sustainable farming practices for conserving soil, water, and biodiversity and provide producers with best practices based on validated environmental benefits.
$4,295,083.00
Jan 26, 2026
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Advancing Scientific Knowledge for the Growth and Sustainability of the Canadian Poultry Value Chain
SCAP-ASC-18
This project aims to address the research priorities of industry and government with a focus on improved production efficiencies, improving welfare and animal health, and reducing environmental impacts through a novel and innovative approach.
$4,243,511.00
Apr 1, 2023
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Sustainable Biomass Management in Canada: Mitigating Climate Change and Advancing the Bioeconomy
SCAP-ASC-16
The objective of this project is to conduct research and knowledge technology transfer to drive the growth of Canada’s bioeconomy, support greenhouse gas reduction (GHG) and carbon sequestration opportunities and increase opportunities for agricultural producers in the sector.
$9,464,808.00
Apr 1, 2018
Not-for-profit organization or charity
The Diverse Field Crop Cluster
ASC-05
The objective of this project is to accelerate the pace of innovation by providing funding and support for pre-commercial science activities and cutting-edge research that benefits the agriculture and agri-food sector and Canadians.
$8,527,275.00
Apr 1, 2018
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Sustainable, Reliable Supply for a Changing World
ASC-02
The objective of this project is to grow the canola sector and make it more profitable using new products and processes. It also aims to avoid the depletion of natural resources to create a product that is of superior value.
$6,458,738.00
Apr 1, 2018
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Pulse Innovation for Enhanced Profitability, Sustainability and Health Cluster
ASC-06
The objective of this project is to improve the quality of pulse crop varieties, increase pulse yields, increase consumption and utilization of pulses, and benefit the pulse as well as the food and beverage processing sectors.