The Canada-BC Agri-Innovation Program (CBCAIP) allows industry, academia, value-added food processors, retailers and others to access funding for projects involving late-stage research; pilots and demonstrations; as well as the commercialization and adoption of innovative products, technologies and practices for the agriculture, food or agri-products sector.
Eligible Applicants
Applicant organizations must have a head office or be registered in BC. Eligible participants include:
- BC agri-food sector producers and processors
- Industry associations/organizations
- Retail and food service businesses
- Input, technology and support services providers
- Academic institutions and/or other organizations and private sector businesses
- Regional districts and local governments
Eligible Activities
Priority for funding will be given to five areas of activity identified to advance innovation and competitiveness in BC, and include:
- Advancements in plant, animal and food science
- Energy and waste management
- New product development and commercialization
- Improvements in soil, water and air quality
- Climate change adaptation
Priority Program Areas
- Research and Development
- Pilots and Demonstrations
- Commercialization and Adoption
Funding
Funding is expected to be cost-shared, with significant potential for net benefit to the industry or agri-food region of the province. Eligible projects may be funded up to 100% in cases where the potential benefit to industry is demonstrated to be substantial. This program cannot duplicate the federal AgriInnovate Program.
Deadlines
Applications deadlines:
- June 22, 2018
- July 13, 2018
- September 14, 2018
All projects must be completed no later than February 15, 2019, including the final report.
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