Grants and Contributions

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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.

Found 50 records

$3,500,000.00

Mar 31, 2026

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Hilton Foods Canada Launch

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 3213

Duration: from Mar 31, 2026 to Jan 15, 2039
Description:

This project aims to establish a new standard for the Canadian agri-food industry by introducing innovative, first-in-Canada technologies and processes that are both commercially scalable in a secondary meat processing facility.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Brantford, Ontario, CA N3S 7R4

$1,200,000.00

Mar 18, 2026

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Démonstration, optimisation et préparation à la commercialisation d’une solution optique de mesure de viscosité en temps réel

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 2721

Duration: from Mar 18, 2026 to Mar 31, 2038
Description:

The project aims to demonstrate, validate, and optimize the real-time optical measurement technology developed by Bliq Photonique for monitoring viscosity in industrial food processing operations. It is structured around two complementary activities: a demonstration and technology adaptation phase at industrial sites in Canada and internationally, and a commercial preparation phase for international market launch. The solution, designed and manufactured in Quebec, is currently ready for pre-commercial demonstrations. The project will enable the final step to be taken before large-scale industrial adoption.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Québec, Quebec, CA G1P 4P5

$600,000.00

Mar 17, 2026

For-profit organization

Agreement:

VEGTECH - Transplanteur automatisé - PLANTIS - Commercialisation et démonstration

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 3812

Duration: from Mar 17, 2026 to Feb 28, 2039
Description:

This project aims to commercialize the PLANTIS automated system by supporting the company’s expansion of production capacity through the construction of a new building and by carrying out large-scale demonstration activities.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Sherrington, Quebec, CA J0L 2N0

$5,000,000.00

Nov 14, 2025

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Construction of a baby carrot sorting and processing plant

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 2485

Duration: from Nov 14, 2025 to Mar 3, 2037
Description:

This project aims to build and implement an innovative, fully automated processing line for the production of baby carrots that operates year-round.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Saint-Patrice-de-Sherrington, Quebec, CA J0L 2N0

$801,984.00

Feb 7, 2025

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Vanilla Hummingbird, go ahead!

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 2256

Duration: from Feb 7, 2025 to Mar 31, 2037
Description:

This project will aim to transform vanilla extract production, including increasing productivity, strengthening the value-added vanilla sector, and securing and expanding new export markets.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Beloeil, Quebec, CA J3G 6S3

$801,984.00

Feb 7, 2025

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Vanilla Hummingbird, go ahead!

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 2256

Duration: from Feb 7, 2025 to Nov 30, 2037
Description:

This project will aim to transform vanilla extract production, including increasing productivity, strengthening the value-added vanilla sector, and securing and expanding new export markets.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Beloeil, Quebec, CA J3G 6S3

$1,599,000.00

Feb 5, 2025

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Demonstrate an innovative antimicrobial solution that can inhibit pathogens

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 2138

Duration: from Feb 5, 2025 to Feb 14, 2038
Description:

This project aims to determine the optimum conditions (without overly modifying the existing production chain) for implementing an innovative antimicrobial solution against Listeria monocytogenes in high-turnover agri-food plants. In addition, the results of this research could transform preservation methods in the agri-food industry, offering innovative and effective solutions in the form of antimicrobial solution combinations. We will contribute to reducing public health risks and improving the quality of products available on the market.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Longueuil, Quebec, CA J4G1S5

$1,599,000.00

Feb 5, 2025

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Démonstration d'une solution antimicrobienne innovante permettant d'inhiber les pathogènes

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 2138

Duration: from Feb 5, 2025 to Feb 14, 2027
Description:

This project aims to identify and implement optimal, innovative antimicrobial solutions to combat Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli in the Canadian agri-food industry. By validating these solutions under both laboratory and industrial conditions, the project seeks to enhance food safety, reduce the incidence of recalls and associated costs, and improve the overall quality and reputation of food products, all while addressing consumer demand for natural alternatives and minimizing health and environmental risks.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Longueuil, Quebec, CA J4G 1S5

$2,261,475.00

Sep 27, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

North Coast British Columbia Biorefining

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 1749

Duration: from Sep 27, 2024 to Mar 31, 2038
Description:

This project aims to construct and commission a commercial scale production facility in Port Edward, BC. which will use their innovative dual-stream seaweed processing system.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: Port Edward, British Columbia, CA V0V 1G0

$5,000,000.00

Sep 12, 2024

For-profit organization

Agreement:

Haven Greens Implementation of Novel & Innovative Hydroponic Greenhouse Operation System

Agreement Number:

AIP-PAI - 1628

Duration: from Sep 12, 2024 to Dec 31, 2036
Description:

This project aims to adopt and customize automation and climate control technologies for use in a new build Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) greenhouse capable of producing up to 2 million kilograms of baby leafy greens annually.

Organization: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Program Name: AgriInnovate Program
Location: King City, Ontario, CA L7B 1K4