Skill(s) Development, Planning and Agriculture Education for Agricultural Organizations and Associations

Amount:

$25,000.00

Type:

Grant

Description:

The program support business planning, skills development and awareness in the New Brunswick agriculture sector.

Comments on Funding:

Levels of Assistance:
• Up to 80% eligible costs (based on travel rates set in the
administrative guidelines) to send approved delegates to training
events, limited numbers may apply.
• Up to 80% of eligible costs to host training events including;
• Rental of facilities and specialized equipment.
• Consultant or speaker fees.
• Maximum assistance per training project is $12,500.
• Maximum assistance per applicant is $25,000 in each fiscal year.
• Up to 100% of the eligible cost of developing and implementing
a provincial, interprovincial, regional strategic plan and/or
agricultural initiatives to a maximum contribution of $25,000 over
the duration of the program.
• Up to an additional 10% of eligible cost for the administration of
the project, and up to 100% of expenses for translation expenses

Deadline:

Continuous Intake

Eligibility:

Applicants must be:
1. Agricultural industry organizations and associations
2. Resident of the Province of New Brunswick who is at least 19
years of age.
3. Project location is within the Province of New Brunswick
4. Project benefits the Province of New Brunswick

Application Steps:

Applicants must:
1. Discuss applications with appropriate
Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries staff
(Business Growth Officer, Development Officer or Specialist)
before applying.

2. Submit completed applications by e-mail or mail:

E-mail Applications:
Sustainable.CAP@gnb.ca
Mail Applications:
Sustainable CAP Program Administrator
Industry Financial Programs
Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB
E3B 5H1

Documentation Needed:

Applicants must submit necessary permits, environmental approvals, or certifications obtained to complete their project.

Other Things to Note:

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Maurice

Maurice (Moe) Muise learned the ins-and-outs of government while an employee of the Government of Canada in Ottawa for 10 years. His current focus is helping small businesses in Canada to identify and maximize funding to grow their business.

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