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Greenhouse Funding and Grants in Canada
Several Canadian programs fund greenhouse and food infrastructure projects, but most expect a clear plan, cost estimate and financial projections before they say yes.
This page lists open funding streams and announced programs we track, along with how LGTC helps you prepare a grant-ready project.
Audience
Who this is for
- First Nations communities
- Existing agriculture business owners
- Produce retailers
What you get
Program identification and eligibility review
Financial projections and return on investment
Class A cost estimate
Business plan development
Financing preparation
Program list
Greenhouse funding programs
Updated quarterly.
Open now
| Program | Who's eligible | Funding available | Link | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food-Link Fund – Food Hub Program (AAFC) | Canadian for-profit businesses (corporations, partnerships, co-ops), not-for-profits, First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations and governments, and provincial or municipal bodies that run on a commercial model. The project must aggregate, process, store or distribute local food — food hub construction and renovation, equipment, digital systems and feasibility studies all qualify. Growing food in a greenhouse isn't eligible on its own, so a greenhouse project needs a food hub part. Your share of the costs must be secured before you apply. Universities and financial institutions can't apply. | Up to $25M per organization. Covers up to 50% of eligible costs, or up to 60% for organizations owned or led by Indigenous Peoples, youth, women or other under-represented groups. Non-repayable or repayable. The fund totals $1B over 10 years and also includes a separate Food Terminal Fund run by Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada. | Program page | Expressions of interest open Oct 14 – Dec 11, 2026; full applications by invitation |
| AgriScience Program – Projects (AAFC) | For-profit and not-for-profit organizations and Indigenous groups incorporated in Canada, with research capacity of their own or through a partner, and 2 years of audited financial statements. Work must be applied research and development (Technology Readiness Level 4–7), such as trialling new growing systems, energy-saving or climate technology, or production methods. Projects mainly about buying equipment or commercialization aren't eligible. Sole proprietors can't apply; universities can only take part as partners. | Up to $5M per project and $10M per applicant. Non-repayable, covering up to 50% of costs, or up to 70% for some not-for-profit climate projects. Indigenous applicants may get a higher share and more flexible terms. | Program page | Open until funding runs out; the program ends Mar 31, 2028 |
| Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program (AAFC) | Not-for-profit sector groups (associations, co-ops, marketing boards), for-profit companies whose project benefits the whole sector rather than one business, Indigenous groups, and provincial or territorial governments. Funds sector-wide projects, including automation, feasibility studies, digital agriculture and climate sustainability. | Usually up to $1M per project and $5M per applicant over 5 years. Covers 50% of costs, or up to 75% for high-priority projects. Repayable or non-repayable. Your share must be paid in cash. | Program page | Applications accepted any time until Mar 31, 2029 |
Announced, not yet open
From the National Food Security Strategy, June 2026.
| Program | Who's eligible | Funding available | Link | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEA Growth Pathway – Technology Adoption Stream | Greenhouse and indoor farm producers adopting automation, robotics, lighting or digital growing tools. Upgrades to existing facilities and new builds are both included. Detailed rules haven't been published. | $650M over 7 years. | — | Announced, not yet open |
| CEA Growth Pathway – Expanding Local Food Production in Rural and Northern Communities | Rural and northern communities building local food production that works for their conditions. Detailed rules haven't been published. | $100M over 7 years. | — | Announced, not yet open |
Proof
Long Plain First Nation
$1M in grant funding secured for Phase 2 of the development.
Hosted the first Indigenous Food Systems Event with the Canadian Produce Marketing Association.
$25,000 raised for the event.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Federal and provincial programs can support food infrastructure, including the Local Food Infrastructure Fund. Eligibility and intake dates change, so check each program's current status.
It is an Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada program. Its Small Scale Projects stream offers grants between $25,000 and $100,000.
Yes we write grant applications.
Usually a defined project, cost estimate and financial projections. A greenhouse feasibility study or business plan provides these.
Our planning work helped Long Plain First Nation secure $1M in grant funding for Phase 2.
We update the program table quarterly.
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