Summary:

The AgriDiversity Program is a $5-million program under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

• support projects aimed at helping Indigenous Peoples and other underrepresented and marginalized groups in Canadian agriculture — including women, youth, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and official language minority communities — to fully participate in the sector by helping these groups address the key issues and barriers they often face for sector participation.
• assist activities that promote the benefits of a career in agriculture and that enhance the public’s perception of agriculture and its role in the economy
• assist Canadian organizations working in the agriculture and agri-food sector that:
  • engage, train and empower underrepresented and marginalized groups so they can succeed in the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector
  • work with Indigenous communities to increase their involvement in the sector thereby supporting the Government of Canada’s commitment to reconciliation and inclusive economic growth
  • provide opportunities for sector participation to youth, women, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and official language minority communities
• help Indigenous Peoples and other underrepresented and marginalized groups in the agriculture and agri-food sector:
  • become aware of business management strategies and tools. With training and the necessary tools, the sector will have the ability to adapt to emerging issues (for example, regulatory challenges, sustainability and market opportunities), and advance economic growth
  • enhance entrepreneurial capacity, business skills and sector leadership of Indigenous Peoples and other underrepresented and marginalized groups
  • learn about available career opportunities in the agriculture and agri-food sector

The program aims to strengthen the sector and build its capacity by:

• helping members from marginalized and underrepresented groups to develop their leadership skills to take on a greater leadership role
• building the entrepreneurial capacity and business skills of Indigenous Peoples and other underrepresented and marginalized groups in the agriculture and agri-food sector
• facilitating the sharing of industry experience, best practices and knowledge to help Indigenous Peoples and other underrepresented and marginalized groups manage transformation and adapt to changes in their business operations
• strengthening the sector by incorporating views from a greater diversity of sector players

Intake period : Open

Applications will be accepted from March 6, 2023 until September 30, 2027; however, the application period may close sooner if funding has been fully committed or otherwise announced on the website. The program ends March 31, 2028.

Contact Information:

Email: aafc.agridiversityagri-diversite.aac@agr.gc.ca

Tel: 1-877-246-4682

Summary:

The Government of Canada is committed to a renewed relationship with Indigenous Peoples, based on the recognition of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is offering the Indigenous Pathfinder service – a one-stop shop for advice and referral to help navigate the relevant information, tools and support available to start or expand activities in the agriculture and agri-food sector. The service strives to ensure you do not miss out on support and other business opportunities available.

An AAFC advisor will:

1. listen to your project idea or plan and offer suggestions for next steps
2. inform you on AAFC funding programs and services
3. find and refer you to the right AAFC expert
4. help you connect with other federal support available
5. follow your progress

Who is Eligible:

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and organizations, including businesses and non-profit associations.

Contact Information:

Email: aafc.indigenouspathfinder-explorateurautochtone.aac@agr.gc.ca

Tel: 1-866-367-8506