Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)

Funding to Strengthen Canada’s Agriculture and Ranching Sectors

The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) is a five-year, $3.5 billion investment (2023–2028) from the Government of Canada, provinces, and territories. It provides cost-share funding to help farmers and ranchers adopt new technology, improve sustainability, and build long-term resilience in their operations.

This includes modernization funding for on-farm equipment, from precision agriculture tools to machinery and maintenance equipment such as zero-turn mowers and cattle handling systems.

Who Qualifies

• Farmers, ranchers, and agri-businesses operating in any Canadian province or territory.

• Individuals, corporations, co-operatives, and producer organizations may apply.

• Applicants must be actively engaged in farming or ranching and meet the eligibility rules of their provincial or territorial agriculture ministry.

What It Covers

Each province and territory delivers SCAP funding through its own programs, but most include support for:

• Technology and innovation adoption – automation, precision ag, livestock monitoring, machinery upgrades, and maintenance equipment.

• Infrastructure and efficiency upgrades – barns, water systems, and handling facilities.

• Sustainability and environmental improvements – manure management, soil health, feed efficiency.

• Risk management and business development – diversification, market access, training, and farm safety.

Program Details

• Funding Details: Cost-shared grants (60% federal / 40% provincial-territorial)

• Duration: 2023-2028

• Coverage: All provinces and territories across Canada

• Typical Cost Share: 30 - 75 % of eligible project costs

• Funding Range: $25 000 - $2.5 million CAD, depending on program

• Application Process: Through provincial or territorial agriculture ministry

Each region sets its own intakes, deadlines, and cost-share percentages.

Equipment & Technology Funding Streams

Under SCAP, each province and territory opens additional cost-share programs throughout the year to support the purchase of new equipment, machinery, and on-farm technology. These include upgrades such as ranch management tools, precision agriculture systems, and outdoor or mowing equipment used in agricultural operations.

While individual program intakes vary, most reopen annually between January and April.

Why It Matters

• Encourages innovation and sustainability in livestock and crop production.

• Strengthens food security and climate resilience across Canada.

• Helps ranchers and farmers reduce costs and emissions while modernizing their operations.

• Serves as the umbrella framework for nearly all active agricultural grants in Canada.

How to Apply

• Applications are managed by provincial and territorial agriculture departments.

• You can find your regional program and intake dates at the official federal portal.